Connect Savannah, February 18, 2009

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Two relatively minor characters from Shakespeare’s Hamlet are thrust into the spotlight in Tom Stoppard’s offbeat comedy Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead. Cardinal Rep stages the show at their space on Louisville Road beginning this weekend.

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Council tweaks St. Patrick’s Day Festival after impassioned public input

Move over, White Stripes: The original screaming blues guitar dude with a drummer, Dex Romweber, is back | 15

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Matt Brunson says Coraline brings back stopaction animation in a big way | 30

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From Fatigued to Fantastic: Bring Back Your Vitality and Live Pain Free

Ninth Annual Taste of Savannah

Wednesday

Friday

What: A showcase of cui-

sine from local restaurants ith entertainment by Jeremy Davis and The Equinox Jazz Orchestra.

When: Fri. Feb. 20, 7-10 p.m.

Where: Trade & Convention Center, 1 International Dr. Cost: $50. VIP tickets $75 Info: 232.1223. www. tasteofsavannah.org

What: A lecture on the

causes and treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia will be presented by Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, courtesy of Brighter Day Natural Foods.

When: Wed. Feb. 18, 7-9 p.m.

Where: Charles H. Morris Center, 10 East Broad Street.

Cost: Free Info: 236-4703. www. charleshmorriscenter.com

The Market at Trustees Garden

What: Farmer’s showcase,

organic gardening presentations, films and more.

Held every Wednesday from 4-7 p.m.

When: Wed. Feb. 18, 4-7 p.m. and Wed. Feb. 25, 4-7 p.m.

Where: Charles H. Morris Center, 10 E. Broad Street.

Cost: Free Info: www.trusteesmarket. com

Footloose

What: A stage musical based on the Kevin Bacon film Footloose of the 1980s about a city boy who moves to a town where dancing is banned.

When: Wed. Feb. 18, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Johnny Mercer Theatre, 301 W. Oglethorpe Cost: $28-$48 Info: www.savannahcivic. com

Events marked with this symbol are things we think are especially cool and unique.

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What: Fitness expert Reese

Thursday

What: Ronald Lewcock,

professor of architecture at the University of Queensland, will speak as part of the 6th Savannah Symposium.

When: Thu., Feb. 19, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Trustees Theater, 216 East Broughton Street.

Cost: Free Info: www.scad.edu

Savannah Children’s Theatre: Sleeping Beauty What: The classic fairy

tale. When: Feb. 19 and 20, 7pm., Feb. 21 and 22, 3 pm.

When: Thu., Feb. 19, 7 p.m., Fri. Feb. 20, 7 p.m., Sat. Feb. 21, 3 p.m. and Sun. Feb. 22, 3 p.m.

Where: Savannah Chil-

Fitness by Reese Seminar

Brown, from the hit tv show “Ruby,” will offer a onehour seminar on fitness and nutrition.

When: Thu., Feb. 19, 7 p.m.

Where: Barnes & Noble, 7804 Abercorn Street.

Cost: Free

Masquers: Full Monty What: Unemployed steel-

workers in Buffalo come up with a bold way to make some cash in this musical at Jenkins Hall Theater.

When: Thu., Feb. 19, 7:30 p.m., Fri. Feb. 20, 7:30 p.m., Sat. Feb. 21, 7:30 p.m., Sun. Feb. 22, 3 p.m.

Where: Armstrong Atlantic State University, 11935 Abercorn St. Cost: $15 Info: 344.2801

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TAPS: The Odd Couple - Female Edition

The Masquers go Full Monty at AASU dren’s Theatre, 2160 E. Victory Drive.

Cost: $12 Info: savannahchildrenstheatre.org.

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SSU Players by the Sea: Blues for an Alabama Sky

What: Pearl Cleage’s play about Harlem during the 1930s. Kennedy Fine Arts Building.

When: Thu., Feb. 19, 8 p.m., Fri. Feb. 20, 8 p.m., Sat. Feb. 21, 8 p.m. and Sun. Feb. 22, 3 p.m.

Where: Savannah State University, 3219 College St. Cost: $10 for the general public and $5 for students/ faculty of area colleges Info: www.savstate.edu/

Towards Regenerative Designs: The Sustainable Sites Initiative Jose Alminana will discuss a solution to community health issues, economic constraints, and degraded natural systems through landscape architecture from an ecological perspective.

When: Feb. 19, 6pm.

Where: Hilton Garden Inn. 321 W. Bay St. Cost: Free.

What: Neil Simon’s comedy gets a twist in this Tybee production.

When: Fri. Feb. 20, 7:30 p.m., Sat. Feb. 21, 7:30 p.m., Sun. Feb. 22, 3 p.m., Fri. Feb. 27, 7:30 p.m. and Sat. Feb. 28, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Firehouse Arts Center’s Black Box Theater, 7 Cedarwood Ave. Cost: $12 Info: 786-5920.

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Cardinal Rep: Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead

What: College chums of Hamlet tell what’s going on behind the scenes in Tom Stoppard’s Tony Awardwinning play.

When: Fri. Feb. 20, 8 p.m., Sat. Feb. 21, 8 p.m., Sun. Feb. 22, 3 p.m., Fri. Feb. 27, 8 p.m., Sat. Feb. 28, 8 p.m. and Sun. March 1, 3 p.m.

Where: Freight Station, 703 Louisville Rd. Cost: $20 Info: www.cardinalrep.org

America, Lab Show What: A performance

adapted and directed by Miles Boinest.

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What: Zahi Hawass, renowned Egyptologist and Secretary General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities in Egypt, will deliver a keynote address at the 6th Savannah Symposium about numerous discoveries, including the tombs of the pyramid builders at Giza, the satellite pyramid of Khufu, and the pyramid of Queen Sesheshet at Saqqara.

When: Fri. Feb. 20, 7 p.m. Where: Trustees Theater, 216 East Broughton Street. Cost: Free Info: 912-525-5050, www.scad.edu/savannahsymposium

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Where: Mondanaro Theatre at Crites Hall, Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

2009 Tybeefest Mardi Gras: Fantasy Masquerade Ball

What: This new event will

encompass the traditions of Mardi Gras. It opens with the Fantasy Masquerade Ball, which will feature a costume contest and the Best Krewe Cup Contest.

When: Fri. Feb. 20, 8 p.m.-12 a.m.

Where: Fannie’s on the Beach, 1613 Strand Ave. Cost: $20, $25 at the door Info: www.mardigrastybee.com

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AASU Dog for Dogs Day

What: An obstacle course

tournament with prizes, a silent auction and training clinics. Off Arts Drive on campus.

When: Sat. Feb. 21, 12-3 p.m.

Where: Armstrong Atlantic State University, 11935 Abercorn St. Cost: Free Info: 912-927-5277

Readers’ Theater

What: Local playwrights

share new works with a live audience. Presented by the City of Savannah’s Cultural Arts Theatre.

When: Sat. Feb. 21, 1 p.m.

Where: Black Box at S.P.A.C.E., 9 W. Henry St. Cost: Free Info: www.savannahga. gov/arts

World Heritage and a National Register: The Canadian Experience

What: Harold Kalman, prominent Canadian architectural historian, will speak at the 6th Savannah Symposium. A panel discussion, “The Case of Savannah as a World Heritage Site, follows.

When: Sat. Feb. 21, 2-4 p.m.

Where: Trustees Theater, 216 E. Broughton Street.

Cost: Free Info: www.scad.edu

The Gathering II: Crab Pickers Along the Moon River

What: Crab pickers from Pinpoint and Sandfly will share their traditions, stories and recipes.

When: Sat. Feb. 21, 2 p.m.

Where: Turner Hodge Young Community Center, Shipyard Road.

Cost: Free Info: savannahblackheritagefestival.com

2009 Tybeefest Mardi Gras Parade and Tybrisa Street Party

What: Parade travels down Butler Avenue from Memorial Park to the South Beach parking lot.

Street party follows the parade.

When: Sat. Feb. 21, 3 p.m.

Where: Tybee Island, Tybee Island.

Cost: Free Info: www.mardigrastybee.com

The UnMaskarade

What: A benefit for the Rape Crisis Center with music by the Ben Tucker Jazz Trio.

When: Sat. Feb. 21, 6:3010 p.m.

Where: Trade & Convention Center, 1 International Dr. Cost: $75 per person or $500 per table for 8 Info: www.rccsav.org

Highland Dinner

What: This colonial era dinner is hosted

by Gen. James Oglethorpe himself as part of Georgia Days. RSVP required.

When: Sat. Feb. 21, 7 p.m.

Where: Fort King George State Historic Site, Fort King George Rd. Info: 437-4770.

PlayDate Savannah What: A gathering of

adults to play games ranging from Connect Four to Scrabble.

When: Sat. Feb. 21, 8 p.m.-2 a.m.

Where: Quality Inn, 301 Governor Treutlen Drive.

Cost: $10 Info: 596-5801

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Coastal Jazz Association Annual Meeting and Concert What: Vocalist Annie Sellick accompanied by pianist Louis Heriveaux, bassist Elisa Pruett and drummer Justin Varnes.

When: Sun. Feb. 22, 5 p.m.

Where: Four Points by Sheraton, 520 W. Bryan Cost: $10 Info: coastal-jazz.org

23 Monday

Creative Minds

What: Loren Schoenberg, saxophonist and author of the Curious Listeners Guide to Jazz, presents “Louis Armstrong: Consummate American.”

When: Mon. Feb. 23, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Savannah Country Day School, 824 Stillwood Dr. Cost: $10 in advance, $12 at the door Info: www.savcds.org

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Finding Meaning in Death

What: Presented by Dr. Owen Tucker, Grief Coordinator of Island Hospice.

When: Tue., Feb. 24, 78:30 p.m.

Where: Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. Cost: Free, RSVP needed Info: www.savj.org/

Annual AASU Music Ensembles Showcase Concert

What: Held in the AASU Fine Arts Auditorium.

When: Tue., Feb. 24, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Armstrong Atlantic State University, 11935 Abercorn St. Cost: $12 Info: armstrong.edu

Doug Wyatt, newspaperman

by Jim Morekis | jim@connectsavannah.com

Just after last week’s issue went to press, I got word that longtime Savannah Morning News editor and writer Doug Wyatt succumbed to brain cancer.

He was 54.

This isn’t going to be a mawkish, sentimental elegy in which I pretend I was Doug’s closest friend. Doug didn’t do mawkish or sentimental.

He shot straight, he shot wicked funny, and he rarely missed.

Indeed, Doug might be the first to crack a sardonic joke about his own demise if he could.

I can hear him in his gentle Tennessee drawl: “Well, Jim, I guess I blew your deadline.”

I never went kayaking with Doug, never met his many dogs, only went drinking with him once or twice. But Doug and I had a long and fruitful professional relationship going back many years, and his impact on me over that time was tremendous.

I found it odd that the otherwise excellent retrospective in the Morning News by Dana Clark Felty made almost no mention of Doug’s chief role at the paper, as editor of Diversions, now called Do. (I also found it odd that, as a little bird told me, someone edited out Felty’s reference to the fact that the paper had laid Doug off only weeks before. He would no doubt just laugh and say something like, “What do you expect from those pinheads over there, Jim?”) Instead Doug was referred to as a writer and “humorist” — the latter a particularly bland descriptor which would likely elicit a cynical chuckle from the man himself.

It was in the role of editor that I believe Doug had the most impact on Savannah, and certainly the most impact on me. In addition to mentoring many other local journalists, Doug

was in fact responsible for my current career — though in a roundabout fashion.

In 1996 I was on a freelance assignment from him to review, of all things, a Hank Williams Jr. show at the Civic Center. There I met the outgoing editor of Creative Loafing, who informed me his job would soon be open.

Long story short, I got that job, largely on the basis of my Diversions clips from Doug’s assignments. Creative Loafing became Connect Savannah, and here I am, for what it’s worth.

That’s how I joined Doug in the informal fraternity of editors, where we stayed in touch frequently. And as corny as it sounds, fraternity is exactly the right word.

Editors of competing publications usually get along better with each other than with people in their own company. The reason’s simple: Only an editor can empathize with an editor.

Like field goal kickers, we’re only noticed when we screw up. (Unlike kickers, we’re also responsible for everyone else’s screw-ups, too.)

Writers gallivant into the sunset after they’re “done” with their pieces, but it’s the editor who stays behind to clean up the mess, to balance the budget, to field the angry phone calls.

“Doug didn’t suffer fools gladly,” as his wife Gail reminded us at Saturday’s memorial service at the Savannah-Ogeechee Canal.

I’ll never forget the day when Doug called me up to vent about his controversial arts writer, since moved to Charleston.

“Jim,” he deadpanned. “I think I’m going to have him killed.”

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The city according to Otis Mayor makes state of the city address by linda sickler | linda@connectsavannah.com

It was obvious that most of the audience in attendance at the Town Hall meeting Feb. 10 were there for the public hearing on St. Patrick’s Day.

Mayor Otis Johnson had a surprise – he made them sit through his annual State of the City address first, then gleefully said he’d done it that way on purpose.

Ours is the best job in the world, but it can be a lonely one as well. Knowing Doug made it a lot less so.

It’s a particular point of pride for me that at the end of Doug’s life I was able to repay my debt in a very small way. Connect published what I’m pretty sure is the last piece he ever wrote, a well-received column about — wait for it! — being laid off by the Morning News.

Doug later read the column, headlined “Jobless in Savannah,” on Georgia Public Radio.

As bummed as he was about losing his job, I will never forget the almost childlike enthusiasm in his voice as he told me the news about the radio broadcast, and about the many compliments he’d received from all over the country from people who’d read the Connect piece online.

(Read it yourself by going to our website at www.connectsavannah.com and doing a search for Doug Wyatt.)

As impeccable a writer as Doug was, I will remember him first and foremost as one of the last of a dying breed: A real, honest-to-God newspaperman. The type they just don’t make anymore, and likely never will again.

I know I wasn’t Doug’s closest friend, not by a long shot. And I know my grief absolutely pales in comparison to Gail’s. I also know that she is resilient and wise and surrounded by friends, and that she will be all right.

But I will miss commiserating with Doug about the state of the media and the pinheads who run it.

I will miss the two of us still trying after all these years to figure out what makes Savannah tick.

I will miss Doug’s laser wit, his friendly encouragement, and his warm humanity.

I will miss Doug. cs

Johnson compared himself to a jazz musician. “They start with a song that’s written and improvise as they go along,” he said, flourishing a thick sheaf of papers. “I do have 17 pages here, but I guarantee I won’t read them all.”

The news was good – mostly.

But challenges remain and the current national crisis could have an effect on the city.

“We’re in good shape financially and are fiscally sound,” Johnson said. “We were able to balance our budget and did not

have to cut any programs or staff.

“If this recession keeps going on and these ideological wars keep being waged and we don’t get a stimulus package, we don’t know what middle 2009 will bring, nor 2010,” he said.

But the city is moving forward.

“We are bold,” Johnson said. “We are aggressive. We are visionary.”

Johnson said the city’s actions over the past five years have been driven by a vision statement. “It says we want Savannah to be safe, continues on p. 8

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zen input, council makes changes to St. Patrick’s festival. by linda sickler

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Free Speech: Her

favorite guy is going in a new direction.

And she’s not happy about it. by rebecca herdman

10 Blotter 11 Straight Dope 12 News of the Weird 13 Earthweek

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Art Review: The art of Blazo Kovacevic comes under our art critic’s X-ray vision.

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The gates come crashing down

we want it to be environmentally healthy and we want it to be economically thriving,” he said. “We are very firm in our belief we are making measurable progress moving the community toward that vision.”

That doesn’t mean the city is there just yet. “If we’re going to be safe, we have to reduce crime and increase a sense of public safety,” Johnson said. “We’ve been working on that since day one but it’s still a major challenge in our community.”

The rate of arrests increased by 10 percent in 2008, yet the crime rate continues to climb. “Fifty percent of all firearm arrests in 2008 were aged 24 or younger,” Johnson said. “They’ve got a network that’s supporting them,” he said. “We need to be aggressive about identifying them and putting them out of business.”

While violent crimes dropped 3 percent, property crimes are up 14 percent.

“The challenge is residential burglaries, items stolen from cars and yards,” Police Chief Michael Berkow said in a videotaped statement.

The city has tackled blight and is currently on its third list of 100 dilapidated houses to be repaired or demolished. The Thrive initiative has been launched to deal with environmental issues. “Savannah has stepped up to the plate,” Johnson said.

During his report, City Manager Michael Brown said with the national election and local construction projects, 2008 was an exciting year. But with an increase in foreclosures and other financial issues, it also was a time of worry.

While sales tax revenues are dropping and property tax revenues are flattening, Brown said wise decisions in better times has put the city in a good position financially.

“Your city leaders invested wisely and took some important steps,” he said.

“We’ve not had to reduce major services and held the line on property taxes.”

Projects completed or started in 2008 include installation of wheelchair ramps at all corners, a major expansion of the riverwalk, a downtown drainage project, Sustainable Fellwood and the Whitaker Street parking garage.

Curbside recycling has gotten off to a successful start, and the city has added fuel-efficient vehicles, including a fleet of bicycles and a restored streetcar that runs on biodiesel fuel made from grease recycled from local restaurants.

“Foreclosures are still in doubt, there is a lot of bad debt out there and everyone is wondering when the banks will loosen up on credit. We are looking forward to the federal stimulus,” Brown said. cs

City Council approves changes to St. Patrick’s festival after public hearing by linda sickler | linda@connectsavannah.com

This year’s St. Patrick’s Day festival will feature a few changes that city officials say are designed to make the event safer and more fun.

On Feb. 12, the Savannah City Council voted to end gating and push back the curfew from 1 a.m. to 3 a.m.

Other than that, the festival will operate exactly as it did last year.

Kenny Hill, director of the Savannah Waterfront Association, sent a letter to the council proposing a compromise. “The essence of the letter was that we were willing to work with the stakeholders to make it the best event ever,” he said.

“We’re willing to do what we have been doing to ensure that everyone is on the same page so we can move forward to the 2010 and 2011 events.”

At the council’s Jan. 28 workshop, representatives of the Chamber of Commerce, the Convention and Visitors Bureau and several businesses asked for changes in festival policies.

They said the event had grown too large, too expensive and too rowdy, causing several restaurants, museums and other tourist attractions to close down during the festival. They said since the 2009, 2010 and 2011 events fall in the middle of the week when attendance will be lower, it’s an ideal time to make changes.

Aldermen argued it was too close to the festival to make changes, and said they needed public input. On Feb. 10, a crowd of 200 gathered at the civic center and asked the council not to make the changes that were proposed.

In an e-mail sent after the council reached its decision, Hill said the Waterfront Association has been working toward a resolution since concerns were first raised, believing it was the best time to explore options to managing the festival in a way that would result in less excessive behavior and a safer environment.

But also at stake is possible lost income, and in the end, the “hybrid” fes-

tival was proposed. Wristbands will be sold in 4-5 kiosks along River Street, and there will be 2-3 “beverage stations” and food vendors on the plaza.

At the public hearing, City Manager Michael Brown listed the complaints the council had heard. “The participants are an increasingly younger crowd, there is a great deal of congestion and a lot of alcohol,” he said. “Even though Savannah is known as a party town, we have to work and have ownership and responsibility for this.

“Businesses are reporting to us this is not always good for them,” Brown said. “We take pride in the beauty of our city. Our city spaces are not beautiful at the end of this event.”

A common theme heard throughout the public hearing was that local business owners support the idea of local vendors. John Price of Riley’s Championship Barbecue asked the council to look into the feasibility of giving local vendors first shot at spots on River Street and issuing licenses that couldn’t be transferred.

Several in attendance said restrictions added to the festival over the years have dampened the fun.

Wilmington Island resident Stephen Jordan told the council he is only 25, yet regularly attends the festival with friends in their 30s and 40s.

“If you make it more restrictive people are not going to spend as much money if they can’t go to the streets and be able to walk around,” he said.

Ending outdoor alcohol sales would mean “unimaginable” lines at bars and restaurants, Jordan said. “People are going to be highly ticked off,” he said to loud applause.

“If we can’t spend money, we can’t give you sales tax,” Jordan said.

Susanne Guest, owner of The Jinx, said she believes a happy medium can be reached. “If it’s gotten to the point where it’s the second or third largest festival in the country, that’s something we should try to preserve,” she said.

“A lot of what happens is gross,” Guest said. “But for that amount of money, I can put up with gross for a couple of days.”

“Let those who pay high taxes and

have establishments, if they wish, have some outside facilities in serving food and alcohol,” Jim McLaughlin said. “It should be their privilege. They’re the ones carrying the load. We should not allow transients to come in and for a few dollars, go down and sell alcohol.”

A man who identified himself as “Chris from Bloomingdale” said he has worked in the beer booths. “We card everyone who looks vaguely underage,” he said. “It is an alternate revenue stream and I’d hate to see it ended.”

Cab driver Michael Lucas said he worries about the loss of revenue if changes are made. “None of us know what’s going to happen this year,” he said. “We’re operating in a down market. People are not going to spend money like in other years.”

Billy Cope also earns extra income from working the St. Patrick’s Day festival. “There’s always going to be people who do these things,” he said. “But so many other people are going down there to be responsible. It’s not the circus some would have it to be. I don’t think the many should be penalized for the actions of the few.”

Roy Jackson expressed concern about the expense of the festival. “If we don’t generate the revenue to pay for it, those of us who live in other areas will pay for it,” he said.

“I’m also concerned about the notion of removing the wristbands and barriers,” Jackson said. “If anything, we want to move the barriers further up from River Street and look for options to capture more folks.”

Bonnie Walden of Bay Street Blues has had repeat customers complain about changes made to the festival.

“They come in and say it’s just no fun anymore,” Walden said. “What we need to concentrate on is making it fun for people. I don’t feel we’re putting our best foot forward.”

Walden supports leaving bars open until the usual 3 a.m. closing time.

“Who expects a party in Savannah to wind up at 1 a.m.?” she asked. “It’s not a very good way to treat the tourists.

We need their money, we want their money, so let’s have a party and make it a good time.” cs

Never thought I’d have to say goodbye He’s about the age of my oldest son, so I was confident he’d be around a long time... I liked him a lot and I really think he liked me.

We had a lot in common, trusted each other. We had long talks, laughed at lot and did little favors for each other.

The difference in our ages didn’t matter. It was reassuring to know that, whatever happened, he’d be there. He’d say, “If you need anything, call me.”

We’ve been together quite a while, too. About six years. Our mutual friend, Don, introduced us. “You’ll really be glad you’ve done this. The two of you will get along well.”

But it’s over. It all happened so fast and I’m still terribly sad, feel so vulnerable. I know I’ve talked about it too much. Obsessed about it.

It’s melodramatic, I know, to say I feel betrayed. But I really do. I understand that he’s doing what he thinks he has to do. And I wish him well.

I learned that we were going to have to break up over the phone. Cold, it seemed to me. I tried to call him back, desperately. Busy, busy, busy.

So I call our friend, Don. “It’s true.

I’m sorry. I heard about it a few days ago. It’s really true.”

He’s my doctor. My insurance company calls him my “primary care physician.”

The phone call was a recorded message, the kind I got from John Barrow and other politicians before the general election. My doctor identified himself and said he was going to practice medicine in an exciting new way.

He told me I’d be receiving a letter from him that would invite me to a meeting to hear about his new direction. He mentioned a toll-free number I could call. That and his office number were busy for days, hence my call to Don. I did, finally, reach the toll free number and a very nice, patient lady explained, in detail, the “New Direction.”

Patient Lady outlined all the ways in which the New Direction would benefit me. Doctor is going to limit his practice to 600 patients. (Like QVC, will it be the first 600 to call?)

One can always get an appointment to see the doctor within 24 hours. One will be able to spend as much time, during that appointment, as one feels is

required to really get personal attention.

She went on to list other really desirable features of the New Direction. She then explained that to be a member of the New Direction would cost me $1500 a year.

Not for office visits, treatments, lab work: all that will continue to “cost what it costs.” No, the $1500 is just for the opportunity to be a member of the New Direction.

It’s called concierge medicine. Sometimes it’s called boutique medicine.

My friend Joan in Atlanta tells me a number of doctors, especially the good ones, in Atlanta have already taken the New Direction. Does that mean that, if you don’t have the annual membership fee, you’ll have to settle for a kinda good one? Or a so-so one? In this scary economy, is this another worry that we are going to confront?

It’s a really great deal. He’s an absolutely splendid doctor. He’s a diagnostician without peer. He’s a real advocate for your health and well being.

I had a botched surgery, by another physician, and he was an absolutely indignant tiger in getting it straightened out. He phoned me, many evenings, to be sure I was going to be OK. He really listens, is patient and kind.

He inspires confidence that, no matter what, he’ll be there – and will take care of you.

Thing is, I don’t have $1500 to join the New Direction. If I did, I probably would.

I’ll miss the hug that I’d always get at the end of the office visit. I’ll miss the jokes. I’ll miss the calls to help him arrange a tour guide in Venice.

I’ll miss the enthusiasm with which he approaches life. I’ll miss the sense of security that came with knowing that he was “my doctor.”

I’ve already signed that document that permits your medical records to float around town. I’ve found a new doctor, one who comes highly recommended and seems competent and nice.

I’ve visited his office a couple of time and even been permitted to see him once. I can tell, though. I can tell it’ll never be the same.

It’s always that way, isn’t it? If you lose someone who has been really significant in your life, someone you love: it’s never quite the same.

God, I’ll miss him. cs

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63 payments

A woman called police after she began to suspect she had been flim-flammed. She said she had received several letters telling her if she sent in a certain amount of money, she would receive a car.

The victim began sending in the amount of money asked for in the letters, but received nothing in return. Then the perpetrators of the scam began calling her to tell her to wire them the money.

The woman began sending money, making 63 payments through Western Union. She also sent several money grams, but isn’t sure how many of those she sent.

In all, the victim sent the suspects about $60,000. She told police she had exhausted all of her finances, and even reversed her mortgage to get money to send to the suspects.

• A 41st Street resident called police after her boyfriend became disorderly. She said during an argument, her boyfriend had lunged at her as if he was going to hit her.

The woman said she was holding their 9-month-old child at the time, but neither was hurt. She said the man told her, “I’ll box you in your face” and “You and your brother better not come outside.”

The suspect told police that his girlfriend came home from work and began demanding that he get the baby. He said she “showered him with curses.”

The man said the woman is crazy and he doesn’t like her. As no one was injured, no property was damaged and no warrants were on file, no arrests were made.

• A $10 counterfeit bill was discovered at an Abercorn Street business and police were called. The manager said a woman had come in to make a $200 payment and paid with cash.

After the woman left, the manager discovered the counterfeit bill. It had no watermark, no security strip and there were mistakes in the print on the bill.

The manager gave police a photocopy

of the suspect’s driver’s license. The counterfeit bill was taken as evidence.

• Police were called to West Boundary and Jones streets in reference to “terroristic threats.” At the scene, a woman told them she was driving on West Boundary south of the Louisville Road, when someone dropped a brick from the bridge.

The brick shattered the woman’s front windshield. The woman said the brick was red in color and was thrown by a group of males and females “who were all white people, but they ran.”

The officer noticed that the windshield was shattered and pieces of glass had fallen into the inside of the car, but no one was injured. Security at SCAD, which has dormitories near the scene, was notified of the incident.

• A couple returned to their Whitfield Avenue home to find that someone had broken in and shot their two pit-bullmix dogs. Police responded to a burglary

alarm at the house, and on arrival, met with the residents, who had also responded to a call from their alarm company.

Both the front and back doors of the house were open when the residents arrived. One of the dogs was shot in the backyard, the other inside the house.

A large flat-screen television set was found on the porch where the suspect(s) had apparently left it. A neighbor saw a vehicle described as an SUV cross-over type, tan in color, with tinted windows, drive away from the residence.

Police are asking people in the area to be vigilant. Anyone who sees suspicious activity is asked to call 9-1-1 immediately.

The dogs were treated at a veterinary hospital. One was shot three times and the other once in the leg, but the bullets missed vital organs and bones, and both are expected to fully recover. cs Give anonymous crime tips to Crimestoppers at 234-2020

In a Straight Dope report I read online, the writer kindly reminded readers that  is the symbol for the euro. As a European, it seemed to me to be unnecessary until I recalled the old stereotype that we, the Europeans, so enjoy believing about the American populace: that they’re stupid and/or blind as far as the rest of the world is concerned. So, my question to you, an American who is no doubt not stupid or blind as far as I know, is how close to the mark are we Europeans in assuming that Americans are dumb?

Where do “y’all” rank globally? And, while we’re on it, where do European countries rank? Please help restore my faith in America. —Geert S., the Netherlands You think we’re stupid? Just because we let a smirking doofus steal our presidential election and lead us into a bogus war? Come on, that was years ago! Let bygones be bygones. Besides, didn’t we just elect the most fab president ever?

Maybe you think we’re stupid because a bunch of slicks who went to our fanciest schools just trashed the banking systems from here to Iceland, after which we gave them a ton of money so they could take home huge bonuses and laff it up while the rest of us eat tainted peanut butter. OK, mistakes were made.

But we gave you the Internet, didn’t we?

Jeez, cut us a little slack.

Actually, Geert, as unbelievable as it seems, you can’t find much solid evidence that Americans are any dumber than Europeans or the rest of the world, for that matter. Not saying we’re not—just that proof is hard to come by.

In IQ and Global Inequality (2006), a couple of European academics named Richard Lynn and Tatu Vanhanen took a stab at ranking the intelligence quotients of 190 countries. Not surprisingly (given that Western scientists cooked up the tests), they found the U.S. and other industrialized nations clustered right around 100. They listed the mean IQ of the U.S., France, and Denmark

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at 98, Germany at 99, the UK and the Netherlands at 100. At the top of the list were Japan, Taiwan, and China at 105, North and South Korea at 106, and Hong Kong and Singapore at 108.

Of course the very idea of the intelligence quotient is highly controversial, and some of the authors’ figures have been roundly criticized; in certain cases they seem to have been little better than guesses. If you want proof that Europeans are smarter than Americans, help yourself, but me, I’m not so sure.

Maybe we can use literacy as a measure of smarts. According to the CIA (and we all know how smart they are: intelligence is their middle name), adult literacy in the U.S. is about the same as in Australia, Canada, and Europe.

If you want to use higher education as your yardstick, the U.S. fares a little better: a 2005 study by the Educational Policy Institute showed the U.S. had the highest college attainment rate of 13 peer countries (10 in Europe plus the U.S., Canada, and Australia), with 31 percent of those between ages 25 and 34 having completed a four-year degree.

But even if Americans aren’t innately dumber than Europeans, that doesn’t mean we ain’t ignorant. All it takes is a vacation to know that Europeans are way more likely to speak our language than we are to speak theirs, and to know and care a lot more about our business than we do about theirs.

Why? Probably because we’re greedy, smug, and self-centered. But in our defense let me point out that we live in a big, big country. Travel 500 miles in Europe and you might go through several languages and national histories.

(And only ten years ago you would have needed several currencies.)

If I travel 500 miles, I’m in Pennsylvania. Or Nebraska. Same language, same money, same media, same bad food. As a nation we’re just a little unclear on the concept of foreign countries.

Besides, we apparently don’t really need to know much about the rest of the world. According to Baylor University polling, 55 percent of Americans believe they have an advantage that surely outweighs any intellectual deficiencies: A guardian angel. cs

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Though India is recognized as a world leader in promoting the health benefits of urine, its dominance will be assured by the end of the year when a cow-urine-based soft drink comes to market. Om Prakash, chief of the Cow Protection Department of the RSS organization (India’s largest Hindu nationalist group), trying to reassure a Times of London reporter in February, promised, “It won’t smell like urine and will be tasty, too,” noting that medicinal herbs would be added and toxins removed. In addition to improved health, he said, India needs a domestic (and especially Hindu) beverage to compete with the foreign influence of Coca-Cola and Pepsi.

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shocked representative the reporter “returned” the property the next day.

Police Report

• The campus police chief of Colorado State University, Dexter Yarbrough, also teaches a criminology class, during which he gives a flavor of real police work (since he’s a former Chicago cop). According to audio recordings of his lectures reported in January by the campus newspaper The Collegian, Yarbrough acknowledged that police sometimes have to “lie” and “cut corners” and “beat (the) ass” of a suspect if they “deserve” it. Sometimes, a confidential informant gets paid off with police-seized drugs, but only after being warned, “(H)ey, if you get caught with this, you know, don’t say my name.” Most unenlightened of all was Yarbrough’s characterization of some rape victims: “(E)ven when (women) say ‘no,’ (t)hey want the dick.”

• Police in Holland Township, N.J., removed three kids from the home of Heath and Deborah Campbell in January at the behest of the state Division of Youth and Family Services. The kids are 3-year-old Adolf Hitler Campbell and his 1-year-old sisters, Honszlynn Hinler Jeannie Campbell and JoyceLynn Aryan Nation Campbell. The family was also in the news in December when their local ShopRite supermarket bakery refused to make a birthday cake with little Adolf ’s name on it.

• After 50 years’ separation following their adoptions by separate families, identical twins Rosabelle Glasby of Australia and Dorothy Loader of Malaysia were reunited in September 2008 after a years-long search by Glasby, and she applied to bring Loader to Australia under the country’s family migration policy.

However, in January, the Department of Immigration and Citizenship ruled that, under the law, Loader is not related to Glasby (in that the adoption wipes out birth status).

• States That Need Better Training in Arithmetic: (1) Two Maryland officials (reportedly new on the job) made a simple error in addition in 2007 (in esNews That Sounds Like a timating counties’ property values) that Joke was revealed in January 2009 to have (1) Michael Reed, 50, was charged cost state offices $31 million in overpaywith attempted robbery of Eddie’s Fried ments, according to a Washington Chicken in Fort Worth, Texas, in DePost report. (2) In October, the Dallas cember. He was armed only with a tree school district was forced to lay off 375 branch and was quickly neutralized by teachers to ameliorate an $84 million a 56-year-old employee, who grabbed deficit caused by a massive math error a broom, and the men proceeded to in the budget, according to a report by duel until Reed dropped his branch and WFAA-TV. fled (but was arrested nearby). (2) The • Earlier, He Could’ve Gotten a Happy Egg Company (Lincoln, Mortgage, Too: In a December England) altered the packaging test of the laxness of New York in January for its six-egg cartons City’s property-ownership office, How much to include the prominent warna New York Daily News reporter can a Koala ing, “Allergy Advice: Contains walked out of the city’s register Bear?

Egg.” of deeds with title to the $2 billion Empire State Building.

People Different His fake purchase document, From Us with a fake notary public stamp and a fake “witness” (1) The Northwest Florida signature (of “Fay Wray,” star of Daily News reported the arrest of the original “King Kong”), took a woman for trespassing in Decem90 minutes to convert to an ofber in Mary Esther, Fla., after she ficial deed, which of course came was reluctant to leave a neighbor’s as a great surprise to Empire porch. According to the newspaState Land Associates, to whose per, she eventually “left ... in anger,

knocking over a dryer ... in the front yard.” (2) Robert Blue, 53, was arrested in Las Vegas in January and charged with chaining his 15-year-old daughter to her bed at night to keep her from eating. Blue told police that the girl weighs 165 pounds, but that he wanted her at 145, which he said is her ideal fighting weight for mixed martial arts.

Least Competent Criminals

A masked man escaped in December after trying to rob the Washman carwash in Portland, Ore. In the middle of the job, the man’s gun broke apart and fell to the ground. As he continued to demand money, it became clear why robbing a carwash is tricky. The employee grabbed the nearest tool, which was the wand of a pressure washer (2,000 pounds per square inch) and hosed the robber, sending him fleeing.

Recurring Themes

As far as the state of Texas is concerned, Andre Thomas, 25, was and is sane and was and is competent to assist his lawyers. Thomas was convicted of murdering his wife and two kids in 2004 after a judge ruled him competent despite the fact that after the killings, Thomas had carved out the victims’ hearts, put them in his pocket, and later tossed them in the garbage. In addition, before trial, Thomas had plucked out his right eye and eaten it. In October 2008, Texas’ highest criminal court upheld the conviction and sentence, endorsing the trial judge’s view of Thomas’ sanity. In January 2009, on death row in Livingston, Texas, Thomas plucked out his left eye and ate it.

Now, Which One Is the Brake? (all-new)

Elderly drivers’ recent lapses of concentration, confusing the brake pedal with the gas (or “drive” with “reverse”): Former Texas Supreme Court Justice Joe Greenhill, 94, crashed into a restraining wall in downtown Austin, nearly winding up in Lady Bird Lake (December). A 90-year-old woman, driving her brand-new Dodge Challenger, rammed a pole while turning left in Pompano Beach, Fla. (October).

An 83-year-old man drove through his garage wall and continued on about 70 yards in Lycoming Township, Pa. (September). An 83-year-old man drove 50 feet into Big 5 Sporting Goods Store in Milwaukie, Ore. (December). cs By chuck shepherd UNIVERSAL PRESS SYNDICATE

Earthquakes

Many climate change skeptics point to the current extreme cold and wintry weather in Europe, and earlier Arctic blasts in North America, as proof that there is no global warming. But climate experts have long predicted that wide swings in heat and cold, as well as drought and flood, will become more and more frequent worldwide as the average global temperature warms due to greenhouse gases. NASA’s Goddard Institute has processed the weather observations for 2008 and found it was the ninth warmest on record, despite seeming to have been much cooler than any in the recent string of record hot years. That pause in our warming climate last year prompted some to proclaim that it was proof that global warming doesn’t exist. But NASA points to the La Niña ocean cooling in the Pacific as the primary cause of 2008’s and early 2009’s brief global cooling.

Northern Indonesia was jolted by a powerful 7.4 magnitude temblor that injured at least 17 people and wrecked dozens of buildings on Sulawesi and Talaud.

• Earth movements were also felt in northern Peru, northern Colombia, Bulgaria and metropolitan Vancouver, B.C.

Redoubt Rumblings Southern Alaska’s Mount Redoubt volcano rumbled into a third week, emitting steam and gasses that indicated the presence of fresh magma beneath the mountain. Seismologists believe Redoubt’s more frequent tremors could be the result of rock breaking underground due to mounting pressure from the new magma.

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Firestorm Calamity Fatalities from Australia’s deadliest bushfires are likely to exceed 200 in the wake of firestorms that razed entire towns and burned alive many fleeing residents who became trapped inside their vehicles.

More than 5,000 residents in the southeastern state of Victoria have been left homeless, with many forced to stay in community centers, schools and places of worship. Some survivors described huge clouds of falling embers from the advancing blazes as “hell raining from the sky,” setting their homes on fire within seconds. Among the human tragedy, millions of wild animals also perished in the conflagration.

“Kangaroos, wallabies, all the animals that live in the trees — the possums, koalas — just gone.

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Fishing fleets that may have been casting an envious eye on newly opened Arctic waters that melted during the record heat of recent summers are likely to be barred from the portion under U. S. jurisdiction by a ban approved by federal fisheries managers. In a unanimous vote, the North Pacific Management Council ruled that better understanding of how global warming is affecting the region needs to be achieved before exploitation of such species as Arctic cod, saffron cod and snow crab should be allowed. The hostile Arctic environment has prevented fishing trawlers from reaching the remote region in the past, and a host of advocacy groups convinced the council to keep them out until it can be assured that the fisheries can sustain commercial fishing.

Cyclone Gael churned the western Indian Ocean for the second consecutive week, reaching Category 4 force while passing between Reunion and Madagascar. While locally heavy rain and gusty winds buffeted both islands, as well as nearby Mauritius, the strongest winds near Gael’s center remained well offshore.

Homo Evolutis Humanity’s newfound ability to manipulate DNA, regenerate tissue and augment our abilities through robotics is putting us on the edge of becoming a new species, according to a leading researcher into the political impacts of life sciences. Speaking at the TED

2009 conference on technology, entertainment and design in Long Beach, Calif., Juan Enriquez dubbed the next stage in humankind’s evolution homo evolvutis. He told the gathering that while some modifications of the human body in this evolution will be made after birth, our ability to create changes with DNA and biology may allow us to take some of the best aspects of the animal kingdom and make them our own. Enriquez said that the evolution is not likely to be deliberate and steady, but rather “an even faster accumulation of small, useful improvements that eventually turn homo sapiens into a new hominid.” cs by steve newman, universal press syndicate

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Citizen Cope

The latest in an increasing number of impressive, open-to-the-public bookings by SCAD’s Student Activities Council, this show by a NYC-based songwriter/multi-instrumentalist whom The Washington Post declared “the most soulful artist since Marvin Gaye,” is sure to draw a large and diverse audience. Known for incorporating elements of hiphop, blues, folk, rock and R&B into his own catchy, feel-good amalgam, over the past several years Cope (aka Clarence Greenwood) has collaborated with everyone from Carlos Santana to Dido, and sold hundreds of thousands of copies of his albums — one of which received no substantial label support or radio airplay. Though he sometimes appears solo, this tour features his full band, and takes place in advance of the release of his forthcoming album.

Listen & Learn: citizencope.com. $15 - $20 adv. ($25 day of show) at trusteestheater.com, 525-5050.

Thurs., Feb. 26, 8 pm, Trustees Theater - ALL-AGES.

Nothin’ Fancy

To say this venerable, ceaselessly touring acoustic country band is respected by their fans and peers alike would be a supreme understatement. Together for close to 15 years, they were named Entertaining Group of The Year in 2008 by the Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music in America.

They’re a top draw at major outdoor festivals throughout the USA, and even headline their own Va.-based annual musical annual event. Mixing a nuanced take on

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Freezepop, Pink Kodiak

“We make fun electro-pop,” says these rising underground stars from Mass. who are currently riding a wave of unexpected —but deserved— buzz for their boldly retro take on melodramatic, dance-oriented ‘80s synth music.

Anyone who grew up on the likes of Depeche Mode, Blancmange, Erasure, Pet Shop Boys, Bronski Beat and even the first Duran Duran LP will probably get a huge kick out of the atmospheric, pulsating anthems and vaguely sci-fi soundscapes of this completely unironic trio.

Buoyed by a fast-growing following fueled by word of mouth, social networking site hype and their music’s appearance on a handful of highprofile videogames (including Guitar Hero) and TV series, their unexpected appearance at this established arrangements and standards with their own twists and original material, their sound might best be described as equal parts modern, progressive bluegrass and contemporary Americana. As with all the shows at this delightful acoustic listening room just minutes from downtown (known for great sound quality and whisper-quiet, attentive crowds), this show is smoke and alcohol-free, but soft drinks will be available. Listen & Learn: nothinfancybluegrass.com. $25 adv. at 748-1930. Sat., 7:30 pm, Randy

bare-bones Starland District beer and wine bar is being heralded by the proprietors as “their biggest show so far.”

Quirky local one-man “Death-Pop” singer/ songwriter Pink Kodiak handles opening duties, as he has for a handful of Savannah gigs in the past few years. Co-sponsored by Black Oaks Savannah. Listen & Learn: myspace.com/freezepop, myspace.com/pinkkodiak. $10 adv./$12 door. Mon., 8:30 pm, The Wormhole (2307 Bull St.).

Wood’s Concert Hall (1304 E. Hwy 80, Bloomingdale) - ALL-AGES.

Lipbone Redding

This NYC-based “voicestrumentalist” does a mean fake trombone, as well as a few other wind instruments (using only his own voice box and some creative breath control), but he’s also an impressive and captivating vocalist. Backed by the sympathetic rhythm section of standup bassist Jeff Eyrich and drummer Rich Zukor (both late of the Big Apple neo-cocktail-jazz darlings Dave’s

True Story), this singing (and blowing) guitarist has developed a laid-back hipster shtick that blends worldbeat, reggae and vintage soul into lighthearted, funky bop (no doubt related to Redding’s travels through South America, Europe and India, where he studied throat singing and other ethnic genres).

Easily one of the coolest cats (and combos) around, and one that’s wowed crowds at this chic, postmodern bar and restaurant several times in the past. No cover. Listen & Learn: lipbone.com. Thurs., 7:30 pm, Jazz’d Tapas Bar. cs

B & D Burgers (Southside) Trivia w/ Artie & Brad (Other) Starts at 10 p.m.

Bahama Bob’s (Pooler) Karaoke (Karaoke) Bayou Cafe Chief (Live Music) Rock, Pop, Soul, Blues and Country covers -9 p.m.

The Boathouse TBA (Live Music) 6 p.m.

Cheers to You Karaoke (Karaoke) 8 p.m.

Club 51 Degrees DJ Blue Ice (DJ) The Distillery Open Mic Night hosted by Greg Williams (Live Music) Opportunity for singer/songwriters and small acoustic combos to ply their wares in between sets by a prolific local blues/folk/rock vocalist/guitarist. 8 p.m.

Doubles Lounge DJ Sam Diamond (DJ) Driftaway Cafe Chuck Courtenay (Live Music) Pop, rock and country covers & originals sung and played on acoustic guitar.

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Fiddler’s Crab House Voodoo Soup (Live Music) Local hard-jamming funk/ soul/rock/fusion group with a wide repertoire (feat. members of The Permanent Tourists & Phantom Wingo). Feb 18, 10 p.m. Feb 25, 10 p.m.

Guitar Bar Open Mic night hosted by Caesura (Live Music) Open Mic Night led by a young local melodic metalcore/indie-rock combo. 10 p.m.

Hang Fire Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Hercules Bar and Grill TBA (Live Music) 8 p.m.

The Jinx Rock & Roll Bingo w/DJ DrunkTank Soundsystem (Other, DJ) Just what it sounds like: Bingo plus a wild mix of punk. soul, rock and ska tunes. 10 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Frank Emerson (Live Music) Longtime acoustic guitarist and singer playing continues on p. 17

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King’s Inn #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m., 9 p.m., 9 p.m. 9 p.m.

Live Wire Music Hall Turtle & Friends (Live Music) Jam-oriented side project feat. the frontman of popular local organic rock band Turtle Folk (covers & originals). 9 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

Mercury Lounge The Eric Culberson Blues Band (Live Music) Internationally-known electric blues trio (covers & originals).

10 p.m.

Planter’s Tavern TBA (Live Music) Piano Jazz -7 p.m.

Pour Larry’s (formerly John’s Bar) Live Trivia with Marcia (Other) Live Team Trivia Game. 9 p.m.

Robin’s Nest Team Trivia (Other) 8 p.m.

Savannah Smiles “Dueling PIanos” (Live Music) Two versatile and wisecracking keyboardists play a wide variety of audience requests. -8:30 p.m.

Scandals TBA (Live Music) 8 p.m.

The Sentient Bean Psychotronic Film: KILLDOZER (Other) Bizarre 1974 made-for-TV movie about a murderous bulldozer possessed by an alien life force that’s a favorite of Conan O’Brien. Seating begins at 7:30 pm for ALLAGES. 8 p.m.

Slugger’s 5 Point Productions’ Karaoke (Karaoke) 10 p.m.

Steamer’s Five Point Productions’ Extreme Trivia w/Jeremy & Ben (Other) Live trivia game. 8 p.m.

Tantra Lounge Open Mic Night (Live Music) Weekly showcase for singer/songwriters, both amateur and pro. 10 p.m.

Tommy’s Karaoke w/ Jeff & Rebecca (Karaoke) Venus De Milo Open DJ Night (DJ) 9 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon (Live Music) Solo

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American Legion Post 184 Rick Elvis (Undressed) (Live Music, Other) Locally-based Elvis impersonator, performing without his costume. 4 p.m. 8 p.m.

Augie’s Pub (Richmond Hill) TBA (Live Music) 9 p.m.

Bay Street Blues Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Bayou Cafe Chief (Live Music) Rock, Pop, Soul, Blues and Country covers -9 p.m.

Benny’s Tybee Tavern Karaoke (Karaoke) w/DJ Levis 9:30 p.m.

Bernie’s on River Street Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Blaine’s Back Door #@*!

Karaoke (Karaoke) Bogey’s Five Points Productions’ Karaoke w/Keith (Karaoke) 10 p.m.

Club One Industrial Resurrection w/ DJ Shrapnel (DJ) 10 p.m.

The Distillery Greg Williams (Live Music) Prolific local singer/songwriter/ guitarist playing a broad selection of original rock, modern pop, folk and blues tunes, as well as a few choice covers by the likes of Dylan, Hendrix and Muddy Waters. 8 p.m.

Doc’s Bar Roy & the Circuit Breakers (Live Music) Fannie’s on the Beach “Georgia Kyle” Shiver & Fiddlin’ Scott Holton (Live Music) 7 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House The Eric Culberson Blues Band (Live Music) Internationally-acclaimed, Savannahbased electric Chicago and Memphis style blues guitarist and singer with a tight rhythm section (covers/originals) Feb 19, 10 p.m. Feb 26, 10 p.m.

Grapevine Gail Thurmond (Live Music) Local piano/vocal legend playing jazz, country, Latin and standards. 6:30 p.m.

Hang Fire “Attack of The Dance Party” w/DJ Bear Like Strong (DJ) 9 p.m.

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TBA (Live Music) Rock, Blues, Soul and Pop 8 p.m.

The Jazz Corner (Hilton Head) The Lavon Stevens Quartet feat. Lousie Spencer (Live Music) Jazz, Broadway & blues (covers & originals) with female vocals. 8 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Lipbone Redding (Live Music) NYCbased “voicestrumentalist” who plays guitar, sings and mimics various horn instruments with just his mouth. He’s backed by a tight rhythm section on funky R&B covers and originals. 7:30 p.m.

The Jinx Fever! Dance Party w/DJ D-Frost & Friends (DJ) 9 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Frank Emerson (Live Music) Longtime acoustic guitarist and singer playing Celtic ballads, pop, and folk (covers & originals).

Feb 18, 8:30 p.m., Feb 19, 8:30 p.m., Feb 20, 8:30 p.m., Feb 21, 8:30 p.m. Feb 22, 8:30 p.m.

Live Wire Music Hall Wagatail Presents: ZOSO: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Tribute (Live Music) Touring band that recreates the arrangements and feel -if not quite the look- of this legendary British hard rock group (their frontman looks more like Michael Bolton than Robert Plant, and their John Paul Jones looks like he’s in Nelson).

11 p.m.

Loco’s Deli & Pub (Southside) Five Points Productions’ Extreme Trivia w/ Kowboi (Other) Live trivia game. 8 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

Mercury Lounge TBA (Live Music) Feb 19, 10 p.m., Feb 20, 10 p.m., Feb 21, 10 p.m., Feb 22, 10 p.m. Feb 24, 10 p.m.

Metro Coffee House Julie Schurr (Live Music) Nationally touring, gay acoustic artist mixing folk 9:30pm-2:00am rock, audience participation and comedy - joined by a talented N.C. guitarist.

No cover. 9:30 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Richmond Hill) Karaoke (Karaoke) 10 p.m.

Moon River Brewing Co. Eric Britt (Live Music) Acoustic guitarist/singer playing alt.rock and pop 8:30 p.m.

Murphy’s Law “Live Jukebox” w/DJ Sweaty Sock (DJ) 11 p.m.

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Night Lights “Rock Star Karaoke” (Live Music, Karaoke) Kraoke featuring a live band, rather than pre-recorded music. 11 p.m.

Planter’s Tavern TBA (Live Music) Piano Jazz -7 p.m.

Pour Larry’s (formerly John’s Bar) The Hitmen (Live Music, DJ) Live electric blues combo led by guitarist Brett “Hitman” Bernard (covers & originals).

8 p.m.

Robin’s Nest Karaoke (Live Music, Karaoke) 8 p.m.

Savannah Smiles “Dueling PIanos” (Live Music) Two versatile and wisecracking keyboardists play a wide variety of audience requests.

-8:30 p.m.

Slugger’s Trivia w/ Charles & Mikey (Other) 10 p.m.

Spanky’s TBA (Live Music) 8 p.m.

Tommy’s Karaoke w/ Jeff & Rebecca (Karaoke) Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) Chuck Courtenay (Live Music) Singing acoustic guitarist playing rock, pop and country hits. 6 p.m.

Uncle Bubba’s Oyster House TBA (Live Music) 7 p.m.

Venus De Milo DJ Americana (DJ) Wasabi’s Live DJ Frankie Spins Hip-hop & Electric Fusion (DJ) 8 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe A Nickel Bag of Funk (Live Music) Special performance commemorating the birthday of this local funk/ R&B party band’s frontwoman Leslie Adele. Feat. musicians include Eric Jones (The Roger Moss Quintet) and Eric Moore (Permanent Tourists). www. myspace.com/anickbag www. myspace.com/theleslieadele 10 p.m.

The Wormhole Fat History Month; Peer Pressure (Live Music) Two-piece experimental noise band inspired by the Pixies, Microphones, and Deer Hoof, and Velvet Underground; Modern rock

influenced by Eric’s Trip, Smashing Pumpkins and dinosaur jr. 9 p.m.

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A.J.’s Dockside “Georgia Kyle” Shiver (Live Music) American Legion Post 36 Karaoke (Karaoke) Baja Cantina TBA (Live Music) 7 p.m.

Bay Street Blues Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Bayou Cafe TBA (Live Music) Live rock, blues and Southern rock cover bands. 9 p.m.

Bernie’s on River Street Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Club One Local Cast, DJ Jason Hancock (Main Floor) (DJ) Coach’s Corner Chief (Live Music) Rock, Pop, Country and Soul covers 8 p.m.

Daquiri Island Karaoke (Karaoke) The Distillery Renee Arozqueta with Spider+Octopus (Live Music) Touring pair of Pensacola, Fl. singer/song-

writers. Chad Bishop (of Cripple Lilies and Paper Scissors Rocketpack)is “Spider+Octopus”. He plays humorous, lightweight antifolk and low-fi minimalist naive pop. Arozqueta is cut from the childlike vibe of Kimya Dawson. An oddly reserved and low-key booking for this boisterous venue... 8 p.m.

Doc’s Bar Roy & the Circuit Breakers (Live Music) Rock, Pop, Beach, Shag and Soul covers 8 p.m.

Doubles Lounge “World Famous” DJ Sam Diamond (DJ) El Picasso Karaoke (8 p.m.)

(Karaoke) Fannie’s on the Beach 2009 Tybeefest Mardi Gras: Fantasy Masquerade Ball (Live Music, Other) Opening event of this new annual event on the island, featuring a costume contest and the Best Krewe Cup Contest. 8 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House Bottles & Cans (Live Music) Hardswinging, house rockin’ garage-blooze and old, weird, Americana (covers & originals). 10 p.m.

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Hang Fire Dope Sandwich Productions (Live Music, DJ) Rap, hip-hop and spoken word showcase from a local collective of musicians, poets and DJs. 10 p.m.

Hercules Bar and Grill Chief (Live Music) Rock, Pop, Country and Soul covers 8 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar The New Familiars (Live Music) Rising acoustic/electric Americana band from Charlotte, known for high-energy shows (covers & originals). Feb 20, 9 p.m.

Feb 21, 9 p.m.

The Jinx Bottles & Cans (Live Music) Hard-swinging, house rockin’ garage-blooze and old, weird, Americana (covers & originals). 11 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Frank Emerson (Live Music) Longtime acoustic guitarist and singer playing Celtic ballads, pop, and folk (covers & originals). Feb 18, 8:30 p.m., Feb 19, 8:30 p.m., Feb 20, 8:30 p.m., Feb 21, 8:30 p.m. Feb 22, 8:30 p.m.

King’s Inn #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m., 9 p.m., 9 p.m. 9 p.m.

Live Wire Music Hall I Scream Ent. presents: The Afromotive; Laura Reed & Deep Pocket (Live Music) Rising

Asheville-based group mixing James Brown-style horn funk with authentic African folk and dance music; Intense, unabashedly retro Southern soul/funk group based around Reed’s passionate vocals and a swirling Hammond organ.

10 p.m.

Loco’s Deli & Pub (Downtown) The Domino Effect (Live Music) Local funk/reggae/soul-based jam act feat. singing guitarist Josh Wade (covers & originals). 11 p.m.

Mansion on Forsyth Park Silver Lining (Live Music) Jazzy local trio (funk, blues, Latin, exotica) of guitar, bass and drums with female vocals (covers & originals). 8:30 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

Mercury Lounge TBA (Live Music) Feb 19, 10 p.m., Feb 20, 10 p.m., Feb 21, 10 p.m., Feb 22, 10 p.m. Feb 24, 10 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub Mary Davis & Co. (Live Music) Female-fronted acoustic cover combo featuring members of Band In The Park (rock/pop/soul/beach music).

10 p.m.

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Mulberry Inn The Champagne Jazz Trio (Live Music) 8 p.m.

Pepino’s #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) Planter’s Tavern TBA (Live Music) Piano Jazz -7 p.m.

Pour Larry’s (formerly John’s Bar) DJ Zodiac (DJ) Feb 20, 10 p.m. Feb 21, 10 p.m.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House Kim Michael Polote & Friends (Live Music) Award-winning area vocalist singing jazz and blues standards backed by piano and bass in this eatery’s bar area. 7:30 p.m.

Savannah Smiles “Dueling PIanos” (Live Music) Two versatile and wisecracking keyboardists play a wide variety of audience requests.

-8:30 p.m.

Steed’s Tavern @#! Karaoke (Karaoke) 8 p.m.

Stingray’s TBA (Live Music) 6 p.m. 6 p.m.

Tantra Lounge Chronicles of The Landsquid (Live Music) Charleston-based combo mixing trippy electronica, breakbeat and drum & bass grooves with plenty of samples and an intense light show. 10 p.m.

Venus De Milo DJ Moustache (DJ) 9 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon (Live Music) Solo pianist playing standards, Latin and jazz covers. -noon -7 p.m.

The Warehouse Rhythm Riot (Live Music) Kitschy local rock, pop, soul and country cover band known for sassy stage demeanor and an unpredictable setlist ranging from AC/DC to LL Cool J. Feb 20, 8 p.m.

Wasabi’s DJ Frankie -C Spins Hip-hop an Electric Fusion (8 p.m.) (DJ) Ways Station Tavern Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Wet Willie’s Live DJ (DJ) 8 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Eric & Chris (Live Music) Free, outdoor ALL-AGES gig from this local acoustic bluegrass duo (covers & originals). 6 p.m.

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Bay Street Blues Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Bayou Cafe TBA (Live Music) Live rock, blues and Southern rock cover bands. 9 p.m.

Bernie’s on River Street Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Bogey’s Five Points Productions’ Karaoke w/Keith (Karaoke) 10 p.m.

Captain’s Lounge #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) Chuck’s Bar #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) Club One DJ Hancock (DJ) 10 p.m.

Daquiri Island Karaoke (Karaoke) Deb’s Pub & Grub Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

The Distillery The Josh Maul Blues Band (Live Music) Funky and tight Richmond Hill-based electric blues trio influenced by Albert Collins, SRV and Tab Benoit, led by a former member of Bluesonics (covers & originals). 8 p.m.

Doc’s Bar Roy & The Circuit Breakers (Live Music) Longrunning party band specializing in disco, 60s rock, Motown and vintage soul (covers).

Doubles Lounge “World Famous” DJ Sam Diamond (DJ) Fannie’s on the Beach TBA (Live Music) 8 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House Phantom Wingo (Live Music) Guitar-oriented, Southern jam-rock band influenced by the Allmans, Panic and Gov’t Mule (covers & originals). 10 p.m.

Gayna’s Bar Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Grapevine Gail Thurmond (Live Music) Local piano/vocal legend playing jazz, country, Latin and standards. 6:30 p.m.

Hang Fire DJ King James Version (DJ) 9 p.m.

Hercules Bar and Grill TBA (Live Music) 8 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar The New Familiars (Live Music) Rising acoustic/electric Americana

band from Charlotte, known for high-energy shows (covers & originals). Feb 20, 9 p.m.

Feb 21, 9 p.m.

The Jinx The Dex Romweber Duo (ex-Flat Duo Jets) (Live Music) Rare appearance by this alt.rockabilly/surf/garage legend, backed by his sister Sara on drums (ex-Let’s Active). Dex documentary film Two Headed Dog screens beforehand. 10 p.m.

Jukebox Bar & Grill TBA (Live Music) 9 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Frank Emerson (Live Music) Longtime acoustic guitarist and singer playing Celtic ballads, pop, and folk (covers & originals). Feb 18, 8:30 p.m., Feb 19, 8:30 p.m., Feb 20, 8:30 p.m., Feb 21, 8:30 p.m. Feb 22, 8:30 p.m.

King’s Inn #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m., 9 p.m., 9 p.m. 9 p.m.

Live Wire Music Hall Wagatail Presents: Ragbirds (Live Music, DJ) Up-and-coming Ann Arbor-based group mixing traditional acoustic instruments and worldbeat influences with a rock backline. 10 p.m.

Mansion on Forsyth Park Hear & Now (Live Music) New local smooth jazz group feat. members of Eat Mo’ Music and Silver Lining (covers & originals). 8:30 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

Mercury Lounge TBA (Live Music) Feb 19, 10 p.m., Feb 20, 10 p.m., Feb 21, 10 p.m., Feb 22, 10 p.m. Feb 24, 10 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub Roger Drawdy & The Firestarters (Live Music) Kentucky-based touring Celtic rock group that has a strong local following from previous appearances during the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.

10 p.m.

Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Richmond Hill) William & Alex (Live Music) 8:30 p.m.

Mulberry Inn The Champagne Jazz Trio (Live Music) 8 p.m.

Murphy’s Law The Hitmen (Live Music) Local electric blues combo led by guitarist/frontman Brett “Hitman” Bernard (covers & originals).

10 p.m.

Paradiso at Il Pasticcio DJ Matthew Gilbert & DJ Kwaku (DJ) House Music 11:30 p.m.

Planter’s Tavern TBA (Live Music) Piano Jazz -7 p.m.

Pour Larry’s (formerly John’s Bar) DJ Zodiac (DJ) Feb 20, 10 p.m. Feb 21, 10 p.m.

Quality Inn American Pride Karaoke (Karaoke) 8 p.m.

Randy Wood’s Concert Hall Nothin’ Fancy (Live Music) ALL-AGES acoustic country show by the Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music in America’s Entertainers of The Year, 2008. 7:30 p.m.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House Kim Michael Polote & Friends (Live Music) Award-winning area vocalist singing jazz and blues standards backed by piano and bass in this eatery’s bar area. 7:30 p.m.

Savannah International Trade & Convention Center Rape Crisis Center Benefit: The UnMaskarade (Live Music, Other) Music by the Ben Tucker Jazz Trio, silent and live auctions, food and drink and more. 6:30 p.m.

Savannah Smiles “Dueling PIanos” (Live Music) Two versatile and wisecracking keyboardists play a wide variety of audience requests.

-8:30 p.m.

The Sentient Bean Sandra Renee Arozqueta (Live Music) Pensacola-based singersongwriter in the anti-folk mode. 8 p.m.

Steed’s Tavern #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) Hosted by Sam Johnson. 8 p.m.

Stingray’s TBA (Live Music) 6 p.m. 6 p.m.

Tantra Lounge The Domino Effect (Live Music) Local funk/reggae/soul-based jam act feat. singing guitarist Josh Wade (covers & originals). 10 p.m. TBA (DJ) Feb 22, 2 a.m.

Tybee Pier Pavillion 2009 Tybeefest Mardi Gras Parade and Tybrisa Street Party (Live Music, Other) Parade travels down Butler Ave. to the South Beach parking lot. Free street party follows with blues and zydeco music (Bottles & Cans, New Orleans Dixieland Jazz Band, Brad Randell and the Zydeco Ballers), traditional King Cakes and more - ALL-

AGES. 3 p.m.

Uncle Bubba’s Oyster House TBA (Live Music) 7 p.m.

Venus De Milo DJ Nick (DJ) 10 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon (Live Music) Solo pianist playing standards, Latin and jazz covers. -noon -7 p.m.

The Warehouse The Train Wrecks (Live Music) Harddriving local Americana combo led by songwriter Jason Bible (covers & originals).

8 p.m.

WG’s The Tenderloin Trio (Live Music) Local act playing hillbilly jazz, Old-Time country, rural blues and string band covers & originals on acoustic guitar and singing saw. 10:30 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Chuck & Bucky (Live Music) Singing acoustic guitar duo playing pop, country and beach music faves. Free outdoor ALL-AGES gig. 6 p.m. Good Times (Live Music) Indoor, 21+ show. 10 p.m.

The Wormhole Sinister Moustache (Live Music) Powerhouse local prog-rock and art-metal hybrid (known for their intense compositions and technical prowess) formerly known as Gravy. Other acts TBA. 8 p.m.

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American Legion Post 184 Rick Elvis (Undressed) (Live Music, Other) Locally-based Elvis impersonator, performing without his costume. 4 p.m. 8 p.m.

Aqua Star Restaurant (Westin Harbor Hotel) Ben Tucker & Bob Alberti (Live Music) Veteran Jazz Duo (piano &

bass) playing standards 11:30 a.m.

Bahama Bob’s (Pooler) Karaoke (Karaoke) Bernie’s (Tybee) Karaoke w/DJ Levis (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Bogey’s Five Point Productions’ Karaoke w/Keith (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Daquiri Island Karaoke (Karaoke) Doc’s Bar Roy & The Circuit Breakers (Live Music) Singer/ guitarist (with sequenced backing) plays pop/rock/soul/ beach hits and originals.

Doubles Lounge “World Famous” DJ Sam Diamond (DJ) Driftaway Cafe TBA (Live Music) Acoustic Rock, Pop, Country, Blues & Soul covers El Potro Mexican Restaurant Karaoke w/Michael (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Episcopal Church of St. Paul the Apostle “A Noteworthy Duo” (Live Music) Lisa Schroeder and Michael Nigro play flute-and-guitar duos from prominent and less-known Latin American composers that range from folkloric dances to sophisticated impressionism. Their shows are geared toward non-classical listeners. 4:30 p.m.

The Flying Fish Barry Johnson (Live Music) Acoustic Rock, Country, Blues & Pop covers 6 p.m.

Four Points by Sheraton Historic Savannah Coastal Jazz Assn. Presents: Annie Selick (Live Music) Rare local performance by an internationallly acclaimed, Nashville-based jazz vocalist and her combo.

Follows the CJA’s monthly meeting - ALL-AGES. 5 p.m.

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The Wormhole 9 on Bali; Scapeweavel (Live Music) Regional duo of synth and electric guitar (feat. Sinister Moustache’s keyboardist) mixing pop, Brazillian jazz with ethnic folk music.

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Bayou Cafe Chief (Live Music) Rock, Pop, Soul, Blues and Country covers -9 p.m.

Blueberry Hill Karaoke (Karaoke) Cardinal Rep “The PBR Show” (Other) Live, weekly, old-fashioned “Radio Drama” w/music, sound effects and improvisation 8 p.m.

Doubles Lounge Live DJ (DJ) Beach Music Fiddler’s Crab House Eric Dunn & Jason Bible (Live Music) Duo set from two key members of local roots-rock band The Train Wrecks (covers & originals). 10 p.m.

Hang Fire DJ Kane (DJ) The Jinx DJ KZL’s Kaleidoscope (DJ) Wild mash-up of soul, garage rock, dub, psych, funk, electro, disco and punk from GAM frontman Keith Kozel. midnite King’s Inn #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m., 9 p.m., 9 p.m. 9 p.m.

Live Wire Music Hall Open Mic & Recording Session (Live Music) Participants can choose to have their Open Mic set professionally recorded for a $40 fee. 9 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

Murphy’s Law Open Mic Night (Live Music) Hosted

by Markus from The Train Wrecks. 10:30 p.m.

Scandals DJ Marty Corley (Karaoke) 9:30 p.m.

The Sentient Bean Small Change Films (Other) 7:30 p.m.

Tantra Lounge Swing Dancing Lessons (Other) Just like it says... 10:30 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon (Live Music) Solo pianist playing standards, Latin and jazz covers. -noon -7 p.m.

Wet Willie’s Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

The Wormhole Freezepop; Pink Kodiak (Live Music) Buzzworthy underground electro-pop trio from Mass. influenced by Depeche Mode and Duran Duran; Local “Death-Pop” singer/songwriter/bassist playing to self-produced backing tracks.

9:30 p.m.

Armstrong Atlantic State University Annual AASU Music Ensembles Showcase Concert (Live Music) The AASU Wind Ensemble, University Chorale, University Singers, Percussion Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo - all in concert.

7:30 p.m.

Bay Street Blues Live Trivia (Other) 10 p.m.

Bayou Cafe Chief (Live Music) Rock, Pop, Soul, Blues and Country covers -9 p.m.

Blaine’s Back Door #@*!

Karaoke (Karaoke) Buffalo’s Cafe Karaoke (Karaoke) 7 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House Nancy Witt (Live Music) Solo pianist (standards, showtunes & originals). 6:30 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House All-Star Jam hosted by Hazel Virtue (Live Music) Some of the area’s best players sit in with an established regional alt. rock band. 10 p.m.

Hang Fire Pop Culture Trivia with TTL (Other) 10 p.m.

The Jazz Corner (Hilton Head) The Jazz Corner Quartet feat. Bob Masteller (Live Music) New Orleansstyle “Hot Jazz” (covers & originals). 8 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Jeff Beasley (Live Music) Savannah guitarist who doubles on percussion playing swinging R & B, old-time rock and roll and Cajun-tinged Americana (covers & originals). 7 p.m.

Live Wire Music Hall Open Jam Session (Live Music) Geared toward “all musicians”. Sign-up from 8 pm - 9 pm. 9 p.m.

Lulu’s Chocolate Bar TBA (Live Music) 7 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

Mercury Lounge TBA (Live Music) Feb 19, 10 p.m., Feb 20, 10 p.m., Feb 21, 10 p.m., Feb 22, 10 p.m. Feb 24, 10 p.m.

Planter’s Tavern TBA (Live Music) Piano Jazz -7 p.m.

Roof Top Tavern Open Mic hosted by Markus & Hudson (Live Music) 10:30 p.m.

Saya Lounge DJ Blue Ice (DJ) Spinning “one hit wonders” all night long. 9 p.m.

Tantra Lounge Salsa Dancing Lessons (Other) Just like it says... 9 p.m.

The Tailgate BN Trivia w/Artie & Brad (Other) 10 p.m.

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American Craft Beer Bar American Pub Food Open Daily for Lunch Open Stage for Local Musicians Silent Film Screenings Daily continues from p.19 Cajun-tinged Americana (covers & originals). 7 p.m.

Kevin Barry’s Frank Emerson (Live Music) Longtime acoustic guitarist and singer playing Celtic ballads, pop, and folk (covers & originals). Feb 18, 8:30 p.m., Feb 19, 8:30 p.m., Feb 20, 8:30 p.m., Feb 21, 8:30 p.m. Feb 22, 8:30 p.m.

Lutheran Church of the Ascension Pianist Benjamin Burrell (Live Music) Recital by an internationally-known feat. works by Poulenc, Granados, Mendelssohn and Liszt.

Free with suggested donations to the church’s organ restoration fund. 3 p.m.

Marlin Monroe’s Surfside Grill TBA (Live Music) 7 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

Mercury Lounge TBA (Live Music) Feb 19, 10 p.m., Feb 20, 10 p.m., Feb 21, 10 p.m., Feb 22, 10 p.m.

Feb 24, 10 p.m.

Murphy’s Law Irish Pub Session (Live Music) Local and regional Irish musicians playing both trad and contemporary Celtic music. 6 p.m. “Hitman Karaoke” (Karaoke) Standard Karaoke hosted by local blues guitarist and singer Brett “Hitman” Bernard. 9 p.m.

Planter’s Tavern TBA (Live Music) Piano Jazz -7 p.m.

Red Leg Saloon Karaoke w/Frank Nelson (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Savannah Smiles “Piano-Palooza” (Live Music) Crowd members get a chance to add vocals to their favorite tunes - played live by professional pianists. 8:30 p.m.

Slugger’s 5 Point Productions Karaoke (Karaoke) 10 p.m.

Tantra Lounge Five Points Productions’ Karaoke (Karaoke) 10 p.m.

The Tailgate Five Points Productions’ Butt Naked Trvia w/Kowboi (Other) Live trivia game. 10:30 p.m.

Uncle Bubba’s Oyster House TBA (Live Music) Acoustic Blues, Country, Rock, Bluegrass & Pop acts Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon (Live Music) Solo pianist playing standards, Latin and jazz covers.

-noon -7 p.m.

The Warehouse Thomas Claxton (Live Music) Intense, solo acoustic guitarist/singer playing rock and pop (covers & originals). Feb 22, 7:30 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Bucky & Jason (Live Music) Acoustic guitar duo singing and playing pop, C&W, beach and rock hits - Outdoor ALL-AGES gig.

TUESDAY

Tommy’s Karaoke w/Jeff & Rebecca (Karaoke) Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon (Live Music) Solo pianist playing standards, Latin and jazz covers. -noon -7 p.m.

Wet Willie’s Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Chuck Courtenay, Team Trivia w/The Mayor (Live Music) Solo acoustic guitarist/singer playing Pop, Country & Rock hits, followed by a Live Trivia match 6 p.m.

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WEDNESDAY

B & D Burgers (Southside) Trivia w/ Artie & Brad (Other) Starts at 10 p.m.

Bahama Bob’s (Pooler) Karaoke (Karaoke) Bayou Cafe Chief (Live Music) Rock, Pop, Soul, Blues and Country covers -9 p.m.

The Boathouse TBA (Live Music) 6 p.m.

Cheers to You Karaoke (Karaoke) 8 p.m.

Club 51 Degrees DJ Blue Ice (DJ) The Distillery Open Mic Night hosted by Greg Williams (Live Music) Opportunity for singer/songwriters and small acoustic combos to ply their wares in between sets by a prolific local blues/folk/rock vocalist/guitarist. 8 p.m.

Doubles Lounge DJ Sam Diamond (DJ) Driftaway Cafe Chuck Courtenay (Live Music) Pop, rock and country covers & originals sung and played on acoustic guitar. 7 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House Voodoo Soup (Live Music) Local hard-jamming funk/soul/ rock/fusion group with a wide repertoire (feat. members of The Permanent Tourists & Phantom Wingo). Feb 18, 10 p.m. Feb 25, 10 p.m.

Guitar Bar Open Mic night hosted by Caesura (Live Music) Open Mic Night led by a young local melodic metalcore/indie-rock combo.

10 p.m.

Hang Fire Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Hercules Bar and Grill TBA (Live Music) 8 p.m.

Jewish Educational Alliance Psychotronic Film: BYE BYE BRAVERMAN (part of 2009 Jewish Film Fest) (Other) Little-known 1968 Sidney Lumet dramedy about Jewish authors in NYC starring George Segal and Jack War-

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continues from p.20 den. Seating begins at 7pm for ALL-AGES. 7:30 p.m.

The Jinx Rock & Roll Bingo w/DJ DrunkTank Soundsystem (Other, DJ) Just what it sounds like: Bingo plus a wild mix of punk. soul, rock and ska tunes. 10 p.m.

King’s Inn #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m., 9 p.m., 9 p.m. 9 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

Mercury Lounge The Eric Culberson Blues Band (Live Music) Internationally-known electric blues trio (covers & originals). 10 p.m.

Planter’s Tavern TBA (Live Music) Piano Jazz -7 p.m.

Pour Larry’s (formerly John’s Bar) Live Trivia with Marcia (Other) Live Team Trivia Game. 9 p.m.

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American Legion Post 184 Rick Elvis (Undressed) (Live Music, Other) Locally-based Elvis impersonator, performing without his costume. 4 p.m. 8 p.m.

Augie’s Pub (Pooler) TBA (Live Music) 9 p.m.

Bay Street Blues Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Bayou Cafe Chief (Live Music) Rock, Pop, Soul, Blues and Country covers -9 p.m.

Benny’s Tybee Tavern Karaoke (Karaoke) w/DJ Levis 9:30 p.m.

Bernie’s on River Street Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Blaine’s Back Door #@*!

Karaoke (Karaoke) Bogey’s Five Points Productions’ Karaoke w/Keith (Karaoke) 10 p.m.

Club One Industrial Resurrection w/ DJ Shrapnel (DJ) 10 p.m.

Doc’s Bar Roy & the Circuit Breakers (Live Music)

Fannie’s on the Beach “Georgia Kyle” Shiver & Fiddlin’ Scott Holton (Live Music) 7 p.m.

Fiddler’s Crab House The Eric Culberson Blues Band (Live Music) Internationallyacclaimed, Savannah-based electric Chicago and Memphis style blues guitarist and singer with a tight rhythm section (covers/originals) Feb 19, 10 p.m. Feb 26, 10 p.m.

Grapevine Gail Thurmond (Live Music) Local piano/vocal legend playing jazz, country, Latin and standards. 6:30 p.m.

Hercules Bar and Grill TBA (Live Music) Rock, Blues, Soul and Pop 8 p.m.

The Jazz Corner (Hilton

Head) The Lavon Stevens Quartet feat. Lousie Spencer (Live Music) Jazz, Broadway & blues (covers & originals) with female vocals. 8 p.m.

Jazz’d Tapas Bar Trae Gurley’s “Swoonatra” (Live Music) Local singer and thespian’s popular tribute show to Frank Sinatra’s Golden Age Big Band period. 7:30 p.m.

The Jinx Fever! Dance Party w/DJ D-Frost & Friends (DJ) 9 p.m.

Loco’s Deli & Pub (Southside) Five Points Productions’ Extreme Trivia w/ Kowboi (Other) Live trivia game. 8 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

Moon River Brewing Co. Eric Britt (Live Music) Acoustic guitarist/singer playing alt. rock and pop 8:30 p.m.

Murphy’s Law “Live Jukebox” w/DJ Sweaty Sock (DJ) 11 p.m.

Myrtle’s Bar & Grill J. Howard Duff (Live Music) 7:30 p.m.

Night Lights “Rock Star Karaoke” (Live Music, Karaoke) Kraoke featuring a live band, rather than pre-recorded music. 11 p.m.

Planter’s Tavern TBA (Live Music) Piano Jazz -7 p.m.

Robin’s Nest Karaoke (Live Music, Karaoke) 8 p.m.

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Robin’s Nest Team Trivia (Other) 8 p.m.

Savannah Smiles “Dueling PIanos” (Live Music) Two versatile and wisecracking keyboardists play a wide variety of audience requests.

-8:30 p.m.

Scandals TBA (Live Music) 8 p.m.

Slugger’s 5 Point Productions’ Karaoke (Karaoke) 10 p.m.

Steamer’s Five Point Productions’ Extreme Trivia w/Jeremy & Ben (Other) Live trivia game. 8 p.m.

Tantra Lounge Open Mic Night (Live Music) Weekly showcase for singer/songwriters, both amateur and pro. 10 p.m.

Tommy’s Karaoke w/ Jeff & Rebecca (Karaoke) Venus De Milo Open DJ Night (DJ) 9 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon (Live Music) Solo pianist playing standards, Latin and jazz covers. -noon -7 p.m.

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Slugger’s Trivia w/ Charles & Mikey (Other) 10 p.m.

Spanky’s TBA (Live Music) 8 p.m.

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A.J.’s Dockside “Georgia Kyle” Shiver (Live Music) American Legion Post 36 Karaoke (Karaoke) Baja Cantina TBA (Live Music) 7 p.m.

Bay Street Blues Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Bayou Cafe TBA (Live Music) Live rock, blues and Southern rock cover bands. 9 p.m.

Bernie’s on River Street Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m.

Club One Local Cast, DJ Jason Hancock (Main Floor) (DJ) Coach’s Corner Chief (Live Music) Rock, Pop, Country and Soul covers 8 p.m.

Daquiri Island Karaoke (Karaoke) Doc’s Bar Roy & the Circuit Breakers (Live Music) Rock, Pop, Beach, Shag and Soul covers 8 p.m.

Doubles Lounge “World Famous” DJ Sam Diamond (DJ) El Picasso Karaoke (8 p.m.)

(Karaoke) Gayna’s Bar Karaoke (9 p.m.)

(Karaoke) Hercules Bar and Grill Chief (Live Music) Rock, Pop, Country and Soul covers 8 p.m.

King’s Inn #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m., 9 p.m., 9 p.m. 9 p.m.

Mansion on Forsyth Park Silver Lining (Live Music) Jazzy local trio (funk, blues, Latin, exotica) of guitar, bass and drums with female vocals (covers & originals). 8:30 p.m.

McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m.

Mulberry Inn The Champagne Jazz Trio (Live Music) 8 p.m.

Pepino’s #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) Planter’s Tavern TBA (Live Music) Piano Jazz -7 p.m.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House Kim Michael Polote & Friends (Live Music) Award-winning

area vocalist singing jazz and blues standards backed by piano and bass in this eatery’s bar area. 7:30 p.m.

Savannah Smiles “Dueling PIanos” (Live Music) Two versatile and wisecracking keyboardists play a wide variety of audience requests.

-8:30 p.m.

Steed’s Tavern @#! Karaoke (Karaoke) 8 p.m.

Venus De Milo DJ Moustache (DJ) 9 p.m.

Vic’s on The River Jimmy Frushon (Live Music) Solo pianist playing standards, Latin and jazz covers. -noon 7 p.m. TBA (Live Music) 7 p.m.

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Barabbas and The Tribe from Junkanoo World on Nassau in the Bahamas are coming to The Crab Shack!

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March 14th-17th (except Sunday)

check website for times

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Come feel the beat of their drums and the infectious hypnotic island rhythms, you’ll join the conga line, don feathered masks, and help with the steel drums, cowbells and whistles that make up part of the Junkanoo show.

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Rebecca (Karaoke) Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) Chuck Courtenay (Live Music) Singing acoustic guitarist playing rock, pop and country hits. 6 p.m.

Uncle Bubba’s Oyster House TBA (Live Music) 7 p.m.

Venus De Milo DJ Americana (DJ) Wasabi’s Live DJ Frankie Spins Hip-hop & Electric Fusion (DJ) 8 p.m.

The Wormhole “Internal Combustion Night” (DJ) Dance Party featuring Steampunk from 9 pm and Industrial from midnight on with DJs Haywire and MadLib. 9 p.m.

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The Flat Duo Jets’ Dex Romweber returns

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by jim reed | jim.r@connectsavannah.com

Those of us familiar with The Firesign Theater’s motto “Forward into the past!” couldn’t help but think time was folding in on itself several years back when The White Stripes first burst upon the national scene several years back. Hadn’t we seen this somewhere before?

Sure we had. It was called The Flat Duo Jets. Now, to be fair, both Duo Jets were male, and they wore whatever they damn well pleased (regardless of color scheme), but as far as twopiece groups of minimalist, reverb and distortion soaked electric guitar and trap set drums, the Duo Jets were through with it before Jack and Meg knew what to do with it.

A love of obscure C&W, R&B, garage-rock and surf records? Check.

Raw, primal, sometimes spooky guitar tone? Check. Bombastic, ragged-butright arrangements of their own loud and boisterous originals in a similar vein? Check. Charismatic vocalists with impressive manes who could bellow and coo in the same tortured sentence? Double check.

The Stripes took the world by storm (and wound up inspiring countless stripped-down, bass-less, two-piece power “trios” at approximately the same time the Jets’ Dexter Romweber (a romantically maniacal frontman if there ever was one) was hovering near the lowest profile of his career. Long after their heyday as scene-stealers in the cult rock scene documentary Athens, Ga. - Inside/Out and several years after their brief flirtations with the major labels, the Duo Jets were disbanded, and Dex was playing to small crowds of hardcore devotees.

Fast-forward to 2009, and in some measure, the world is righting itself.

Dex, finally united musically with his drummer sister Sara (late of Mitch Easter’s power-pop should-have-beens Let’s Active and the shambolic early ‘90s Southeastern rawk mess Snatches of Pink), just celebrated the release of their brand-new album Ruins of Berlin. That disc —which features guest appearances by such criticallyacclaimed Romweber fans as Neko Case, X’s Exene Cervenka and Cat

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Power (who Dex and Sara memorable opened for at our own Trustees Theater last year)— finds the sorely underrated song writer and interpreter at his most focused and captivating in at least a decade.

The record (and its accompanying tour) follow Two Headed Cow, an acclaimed ultra-indie documentary on Dex’s life and music that introduced him to many who’d literally never known this American musical treasure existed. It’s a bona fide resurgence which at the moment finds the humble and private musician doing as many as three interviews a day.

Happily, even Jack White’s getting in on the action. “Dex Romweber was and is a huge influence on my music,” the superstar trumpeted recently. “I owned all of his records as a teenager.

(He is) one of the best kept secrets of the rock and roll underground.”

Dex was initially apprehensive about this increased scrutiny into his life and music, but is slowly acclimating himself to his second (or third) go-around at the fame game.

“In the past week I’ve been feeling really good about it,” he admits, adding, “and I didn’t think I would!”

“Fact is, I was drawn to living a life more dedicated to myself. But it’s a good feeling, and I think that comes back to the sense that I am doing what I need to do.”

Asked if he worries that some au-

dience members now being introduced to his music may incorrectly assume he’s just another pretender jumping on the bandwagon, Romweber chuckles at the thought.

“That would be really crazy! (laughs) The fact that the White Stripes could hit it so big actually helps us. The truth, for us, that stripped-down format had a lot to do with finance. Anyone who does this for a living understands right now it’s a real struggle to make this your job.”

While Romweber says he has mixed emotions about the final version of the documentary (which some feel portrays him in a bad light) he admits that nights when the venues show the movie in lieu of an opening band, such as this Savannah date, can bring out great performances.

“At times they play the film and I feel such a surge of energy to hit the stage. Those have been some memorable gigs. I don’t feel I have to top it.

It almost makes things more exciting for me.” cs full interview at connectsavannah.com

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Recently, the music critics at Charlotteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Creative Loafing named The New Familiars Best Local Band of 2008. â&#x20AC;&#x153;(Their) take on Americana and folk gets infused with a good bit of rock ethic and rhythms that can give you goose bumps,â&#x20AC;? opined that alt. weekly, which also noted that the groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hometown gigs had become less frequent.

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s because the high-energy Appalachian quintet now spend a good bit of their time on the road in places like Savannah, where theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll play a two-night stand at the hip subterranean eatery Jazzâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d Tapas Bar. I spoke at length with singing guitarist/banjoist/harmonicat EricScott Guthrie in advance of their latest area appearance. Full interview at connectsavannah.com.

Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been gigging for a couple years, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re already touring regularly and earning strong press. Is this too fast or too slow for the bandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s liking?

Eric-Scott Guthrie: Things are moving rather quickly for us, and to tell you the truth, I gotta say I think we all feel pretty blessed to be a part of something like this. But it hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t been without a lot of hard work on all of our parts along the way. As far as too fast or too slow â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the answer to that can vary day to day. When youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve burned through 4,000 miles and 15 shows in a month and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re trying to make sure life (and bills) are taken care of back home, it feels like things are taking forever. But if you reflect back to last year â&#x20AC;&#x201D;or even the year beforeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; and see how far youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve really come, it puts it all into perspective, and then it seems okay.

The name of the band conveys a lot in a few words. How did you arrive at it?

Eric-Scott Guthrie: Before the band came together, Justin (Fedor, guitar/ mandolin/banjo) and I were playing as a duo. Someone came up after a show and asked if a song we had played was a traditional, and we told them it was one of our tunes. They said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cool! It sure sounded familiar to meâ&#x20AC;? (or something along those lines). Sitting on the porch later that night, and we just kind of put two and two together. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We write â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;new familiars!â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Hey, that would make a great band name...â&#x20AC;?

Your press bio mentions the fact that the music this band plays is â&#x20AC;&#x153;honest.â&#x20AC;? What does that mean to The New Familiars?

Eric-Scott Guthrie: Music is a means of expression for all of us, and in many ways is the music is our confession to the world. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got songs about hope that sound angry, and songs about love that sound sad. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve also got songs that sound exactly as theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re written.

Ultimately, our gut tells us if things are really working like they should; if the song reflects our reality in a true sense.

Besides these shows, are you looking forward to anything else in Savannah?

Eric-Scott Guthrie: Vinnie Van GoGoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, The Crab Shack, River Street, Tybee Island, and seeing some old friends and family. cs full interview at connectsavannah.com

The New Familiars When: Fri. - Sat., 9 pm Where: Jazzâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d Tapas Bar Cost: Free Info: myspace.com/thenewfamiliars

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art review

‘Probe’

Work by Blazo Kovacevic @ Gallery Espresso through Feb. 16 by bertha husband | b.husband-coyne@comcast.net

Modern technologies often have their origins in scientists’ philosophical or even playful experiments.

They are almost immediately taken over by State institutions – for example, photography became very quickly in the 19th century used for police records and military reconnaissance.

The airplane, growing out of a human obsession with flight, became almost immediately a useful weapon to be used against civilian populations. Similarly, X-ray scanners began with their use in medical applications; in our surveillance society, they have advanced to top position as security devices.

For the last few years, the old-fashioned metal detectors that passengers had to walk through have been replaced in airports throughout the world with X-ray scanners. It is actually an electronic strip search, as these photographs record all the details of the body under investigation. And there have been some complaints by passengers who feel humiliated and are worried about the later use of these photographic images.

But many people remain supportive, believing that anything the government does to protect them from whatever threat the government tells them they are under, is well taken. But perhaps we should consider that a security threat is not the true reason for these precautions. Their value may lie in the harassment and resulting sheep-like compliance of the citizenry, which is infinitely useful to the State in managing all other aspects of the social structure.

These are the questions that are raised by Blazo Kovacevic’s exhibition.

He uses irony and wit in these mixed media works on canvas. All take as their theme the question of the use of scanners as security measures.

In “Lady Bag,” “SKB Case,” and “Violin Case”, we are shown the x-ray

view, which presents the outline of the case with various little metal items: hair pins, keys, etc., along with a large knife (perhaps in a sheath). In other words, every passenger is carrying a knife.

In “Radiation Detected,” two X-ray images of different views of the cab of a truck are shown in a split screen; the top is a monochrome yellow and the bottom is a monochrome blue. Perhaps this references the OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) color codes, as both yellow and blue are the colors of “caution.”

The bottom view of the diptych shows a computer screen presumably scanning the truck image. A message on the screen reads: “Alert! Radiation Detected.” -- which is not surprising since it has just been X-rayed.

But the most startling images in the show are the body scans. Kovacevic has downloaded these and the other images from internet sites. “Before and After”, a split-screen image of two figures, along with “Yellow Figure”, demonstrate the three types of body scanned images that are in use. They show how people are asked to stand – one with arms raised, one with hands by the side while holding onto rails and one simply facing forward. They also vary in the detail shown: a simple outline of the body, a detailed nude figure and a deep X-ray version showing skeleton and organs.

In defense of the use of these body scans at airports, it has been widely reported that the X-ray is basically harmless as it uses such a low level of radium. However, we should be wary of the assurances given to the general public now by businesses and government agencies.

Nikola Tesla (1856-1943), a scientist

who worked on X-ray development, warned the scientific community about its biological hazards. And what would a “low level” of radium amount to for the “frequent flyer”?

For about 100 years, artists have been concerned with the social role of art.

In other words, how do visual artists involve themselves in the debate on social issues? The difficulty lies in the use of the image. Because, it is clear that, unlike the writing of prose, an image can always be read in various ways. For instance, I can write a polemic against body scanning.

However, a scanned image itself tells us nothing about the viewpoint of the artist concerning the issue of body scanning. The contemporary artist knows that any image is only representation.

Thus, the artist who wants to make a statement finds he must resort to irony.

Kovacevic is a conceptual artist and he often does interactive installation or computer works. In line with this, his original concept on this theme was to have an exhibition in which there would be an empty gallery and a body scanning machine. Those visitors who gave their permission would then have their bodies scanned and these images would immediately be adhered to the wall, creating the show.

So far, due to the problems of renting such a machine, he has not yet been able to realize this. In a gallery setting, without coercion, body scanning would become a playful game. The context does matter greatly.

Kovacevic is, in fact, taking back the X-ray from its repressive use by the State, to a more playful and experimental context. cs Probe Mixed media by Blazo Kovacevic When: Through March 2, reception Thu. Feb. 12, 6-9 p.m.

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Finally, Flannery

First O’Connor biographer in decades, Brad Gooch, kicks off his national book tour in Savannah by jim morekis | jim@connectsavannah.com

The great writer was born in 1925 at the old St. Joseph’s on Habersham — the Rose of Sharon apartments occupy the spot now — and grew up in a home on Charlton Street a stone’s throw from the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, where the devout Catholic attended Mass.

Subsequent ventures took her to Iowa City for the Writer’s Workshop there, to New York, and to Andalusia, her country home outside Milledgeville, Ga. It’s been a long time since a biography of the great writer has appeared on shelves, but this February marks the debut of Brad Gooch’s Flannery: A Life of Flannery O’Connor (Little, Brown).

Gooch kicks off his national book tour, appropriately enough, in Savannah on Feb. 26 at Trinity United Methodist Church. We spoke to Gooch last week.

The cover of Brad Gooch’s book; it hits stands the day before his appearance here

Why are there so few O’Connor bios?

Brad Gooch: What happened is Sally Fitzgerald, a friend of O’Connor’s who wrote about her and edited her letters, was appointed her official biographer by Regina O’Connor, Flannery’s mother.

She was working on a biography for over 20 years, and then she died and never completed it. That sort of sewed everything up for a long time, and everyone was waiting for that book. That’s the simple explanation (laughs).

year and a half. I think it does change something when you actually see these places. It’s always a little different than your idea of them.

What were your primary sources?

Brad Gooch: She actually had this pretty big life. Also she was very involved with peole. She became this famous cult figure in her lifetime. In the afternoons she would “receive” people on her back porch at Andalusia, and all these cars would drive up. So she had a lot of friendships with writers, intellectuals of the time, and friends. She gave over 60 talks around the country over 10 years.

She was actually surprisingly active.

She had a pose of being kind of reclusive, church lady on a farm in the middle of Georgia. But actually she was pretty engaged.

Brad Gooch: Interviewing people.

We’re dealing with an age group where it became very timely to get to certain people. I interviewed Robert Giroux, O’Connor’s editor, who then passed away a few months ago, Elizabeth Hardwick, who was with her at Yaddo in New York, who then died about a year ago. Those kinds of interviews were key.

And I talked to or had letters from over 50 women who went to college with her at Georgia State College for Women. Then there are different archives at Milledgeville, at the college.

A year ago these letters from Betty Hester, a friend of O’Connor’s, that had been sealed for 20 years opened up at Emory University. So that was exciting, to read 250 new letters from her.

It was also important, for me anyway, to go to all these places. So I went to Lourdes in France, the one time O’Connor left the country. Iowa City, Connecticut, Milledgeville, and Savannah. Atlanta, where she was for a

All her travel disproves the myth that she was some kind of reclusive hermit.

You spent a lot of time in Savannah.

Brad Gooch: Savannah was one of the places I hadn’t been before I started writing this book. That’s a good example of going somewhere and it not being exactly what you thought. I wasn’t quite prepared for the sort of Venetian beauty and extravagance, all these squares. But just seeing where O’Connor’s home was, continues on p. 26

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and the Cathedral looming across the square, all of that just became clearer, about how she grew up. You start to see that she was from a certain segment of Southern society, the “proper lady” segment. And her place in that society was as a Catholic in a Protestant world.

So she was always a particular subset of Southern lady, I guess.

I’ve always wondered about the staunch Savannah Catholic moving to Baptist middle Georgia.

Brad Gooch: There was a shocking displacement for her, and you see that in her stories, where there are actually very few Catholic characters. I think there are only two priests in all of her stories. The kind of religion she usually portrays is generally a Protestant kind of evangelical religion.

How much of that is satire, and how much is her just channeling her environment?

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way. You could definitely see it as satire, making fun of the enthusiastic religion in these people. But at the same time she seems attracted and drawn to it.

Sometimes it’s reportorial. When I first looked into her life I thought of her stories as extreme folk art, as works of high imagination. Then you discover how accurate her dialogue could be, and how accurate are her descriptions of a farm or a town.

She’s a serious writer and she did have faith and she was taking on these issues of death often. So there’s definitely more there than just a kind of Jonathan Swift satire.

I think she had it as a kid. In the book you can see she wanted to be a cartoonist, and some of the stories she wrote in high school were pure satire.

She was sort of the snotty, too-smartfor-her-own-good girl who makes fun of everyone around her because she felt alienated. But by the time she came back to Georgia and had lupus and was living on the farm and wrote a lot of her great stories, she obviously had more sympathy and empathy with the human condition.

You mention in the book how uncomfortable she was talking or writing about sex. Often the more sexually repressed a person seems, the more they’re actually thinking about sex. Does that apply to O’Connor?

Brad Gooch: That’s a deep question, and there are certain things we’ll never know. When the subject comes up she’s not prudish or provincial. Betty Hester sort of came out to her, revealed she was a lesbian, was dishonorably discharged from the military. You read those letters, Flannery’s kind of nonplussed by the whole thing (laughs).

It’s not that she’s unsophisticated.

Some of it might be repressed Catholi-

cism, and certainly part of it is that she had this disease from an early age and kind of adjusted to it. But it is an issue for her obviously.

There’s this other thing that some of the most important issues to her, like the death of her father, she almost never talked about. You get a sense the more intimate and powerful the subject the less she reveals about it.

You write about how she didn’t want to be lumped in with William Faulkner.

Why was she so attuned to that?

Brad Gooch: She wasn’t very kind to a lot of her fellow Southern writers (laughs). She was very dismissive of Carson McCullers, of Truman Capote, and Tennessee Williams. But Faulkner she obviously has this great respect for, and had read everything of his.

At the same time she was a woman, and she was writing in a different style, and in some ways seemed almost more modernist than Faulkner, because of her pared down style as compared to his more ornate, highly language-centered style. A lot of her influences, like Hawthorne and these Catholic European novelists, it’s a very different kind of influence that isn’t really Faulknerian.

Of course you can’t always believe her (laughs). She claimed she hadn’t read Faulkner until she got to Iowa City, which isn’t true. She covered her tracks a lot. She could be cagey. cs Flannery O’Connor Biography Book Launch Author Brad Gooch will speak about and sign this major new work When: Thu., February 26 at 7 p.m.

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Deadline is Feb. 20. info@ desotorow.org. Through Feb. 20. Desotorow Gallery, 2427 Desoto Ave. Lighthouse Interiors Series — Images by Tim Coy, plus the works of 23 artists in 7 mediums, all original pieces.

Gallery 440, 440 Bull St. Master Eye II: 19th- and 20th-Century Photography — includes iconic examples from Mathew Brady, Eadweard Muybridge, Man Ray, Robert Mapplethorpe, Herb Ritts, Annie Leibovitz, and other celebrated masters.

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Michelle Repici Exhibition — Feb. 14-28. 525-4727.

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Hospice Savannah, 1352 Eisenhower Dr. Probe — Mixed media by Blazo Kovacevic through March 2. Reception Feb 12, 6-9pm. Gallery Espresso, 234 Bull St.

Work by Richard Law is at Lulu’s Chocolate Bar; reception is Sunday night Richard Hunt: Promethean Mythmaker — Scultpures, drawings and prints Feb. 6-March 31. SCAD Museum of Art, 227 MLK Jr. Blvd.

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Through May 16. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 York St. Signs of Reappropriation — Work by French artist Kader Attia, Feb. 13-March 22. Red Gallery, 201 E Broughton St. Soldier Portraits — Wet collodion process photographs by Savannah artist Ellen Susan Jan. 30-March 12 at the GSU Center for Art & Theatre. Gallery talk Feb. 18, 4-7pm. Georgia Southern University, Statesboro.

Story Lines: A Selection of Prints from the Walter O. Evans Collection — Celebrated African-American prints Feb. 6-March 31.

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Ever wished for a “Behind the Music” version of Hamlet? Ever wondered who the heck were some of those characters lurking in corners at Elsinore Castle?

Wonder no more as director Valerie Lavelle and a highly recognizable Savannah cast bring to stage Tom Stoppard’s Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead.

Though the title gives away the show’s ending, one truly must experience the journey of these two luckless lads to really grasp the hopelessness of their situation. First off, aside from a few very fleeting philosophical epiphanies, these guys are not the brightest crayons in the box.

The two childhood friends of Hamlet are ordered by the new Danish king to watch the prince to figure out what his plans are. Hamlet manages throughout the play to outmaneuver them at every turn, ultimately leading to their demise.

They take things in stride, though, and in the end realize they’d been caught in this net without any hope of escape from the very beginning.

“This is an actor’s dream show,” explains Lavelle. “There are so many components, tragedy, comedy, Shakespeare, slapstick, there’s something for everyone.”

The off-the-cuff comedy is certainly in tune with Cardinal Rep’s aesthetic.

This growing Savannah troupe has been known for such shows as The Pillowman, Catch 22, and The Rocky Horror Show.

Ryan McCurdy, starring as the Player, describes the theatre as one where “common courtesy is mandatory, and while there may be disagreement over content, there’s never an argument over the quality of the work produced here.”

Chris Heady, charged with the task of Guildenstern, explains why he loves

seeing what they feel and comprehend beyond their lines and stage directions.”

Beyond their lines, though, our duo simply lives in a world of shambles where things are beyond their control and even their understanding. But there’s still hope, and that’s the message Heady wants the audience to take with them to inspire them to live in the moment.

“We’re doomed from the start,” says Heady, “but we’re making the most of our journey and keep going anyway.”

That journey and the hapless mayhem along the way are being posed for a single purpose. “I really just want the audience and the actors to have fun,” says Lavelle. “We want to entertain people; that’s what we do.”

“You know why people should come see the show?” asks Heady. “Because we tell pretty damn good stories and let people see theatre at its rawest and finest. It’s that simple.” cs Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead When: Feb. 20-22, Feb. 27-Mar. 1 at 8pm Where: Freight Station, 703 Louisville Rd. Cost: $20 Info: www.savannahactorstheatre.org

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being part of the Cardinal Rep experience, saying,” This group is like a family, and to be able to portray such a broad, fleshed-out character in so positive an environment is wonderful.”

Cardinal Rep is experienced in making a little go a long way without sacrificing the end product. Extravagant sets and costumes are a far second in line to superior acting.

“We could honestly do this show without sound or sets,” says Lavelle, “and people would still enjoy it because it’s a timeless play.”

That idea of timelessness gives the show a flexibility to make it current.

“This play being presented in a nowhere time and place leaves a wide range of motivations to draw from,” explains Chris Soucy, who plays Rosencrantz.

“It lets us find different levels that best serve the new context of the play beyond the original intentions.”

Even though this is a play about ‘minor characters,’ don’t come expecting a minor story.

“I love the idea of examining a character when they’re not onstage,” says Soucy. “Some characters are insignificant, but they exist nonetheless. It’s like

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Dakota Fanning provides the voice of Coraline, a lonely little girl who discovers an alternate world hidden behind a small door in her family’s new house. Initially, life does seem more pleasant on the other side -- her alternate parents are hipper, the food is tastier, the entertainment is more dazzling -- but it’s not long before things take a dark turn, and, with the help of a sage black cat, Coraline soon finds herself fighting for her very soul. The visual scheme -- as with Nightmare, stop-motion animation is the order of the day -- is remarkable enough in any dimension, but do make an effort to catch the film in one of its 3-D presentations.

The International is an action flick with smarts, but that’s not to say the brain and the brawn always coexist easily. Clive Owen stars as an Interpol agent who, with the help of a New York assistant D.A. (Naomi Watts), tries to bring down a banking institution that’s long been involved in illegal activities on a global scale (backing coups, purchasing weapons, that sort of thing). Although loosely based on a real-life scandal, The International adheres more to cinematic conspiracy-theory conventions, thus emerging as a pale shadow of such great works in the same mold as The Parallax View and The Manchurian Candidate.

Still, director Tom Tykwer (Run Lola Run) keeps the film moving (Run Clive Run would have been an acceptance title, given how much mileage Tykwer gets out of his star), and there’s one spectacular (if overlong) shootout at the Guggenheim Museum that’s alone worth the admission price.

Push If Push comes to shove, then the only sound advice is to stay away from the theater and re-watch XMen on DVD. Certainly, that’s an infinitely superior mutant movie, yet don’t think Push’s plagiarism ends there: It’s almost a given that the pitch meeting found the film’s creators, uh, pushing the picture by declaring, “It’s X-Men meets Jumper meets Heroes meets The Matrix!” Had they any sense of integrity, they would have ended the sentence by adding, “Only not very exciting or enjoyable!”

In short, here’s another sci-fi muddle that never breaks out of

its geekspeak ghetto, with David Bourla contributing an overly busy screenplay that doesn’t always come together and Paul McGuigan providing draggy direction that takes this far past the point of audience involvement. Set in Hong Kong, the film centers on the Division, a U.S. government branch whose members are tasked with seeking out folks with psychic abilities and either recruiting them or (if that fails) killing them. These psychics have different powers, which places them into one of several different categories: Pushers, Watchers, Movers (but, alas, no Shakers), Bleeders, etc. Nick (Chris Evans), a Mover, has tried to maintain a low profile, but once Cassie (Dakota Fanning), a teenage Watcher, shows up and insists he help her find Kira (stiff Camilla Belle), a Pusher who holds the answer to taking down the Division, all hell breaks loose, as Division agents (led by Djimon Hounsou as a suave Pusher) and evil Asian psychics try to take them down.

Some interesting ideas soon get buried under a jumbled narrative, a choppy shooting style and an unflattering visual scheme -- all of which combine to make viewers feel as if they’re watching a movie from inside a spinning clothes dryer.

Taken Moral ambiguity seems to be the order of the day in most of modern cinema (recent examples include Body of Lies, Traitor, The Dark Knight, and even Gran Torino), but for purely cathartic purposes, there’s still something to be said about films -- competent ones, mind you -- in which the line between Good and Evil

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The landmark 1970s TV miniseries Holocaust and the 2002 theatrical release The Grey Zone both touched upon the topic, but Edward Zwick’s Defiance might be the first celluloid outing to focus exclusively on the efforts of Jews to violently oppose their Nazi oppressors during World War II. Certainly, it’s an overdue entry in the long history of Hollywood Holocaust flicks, but it’s a shame that such an intriguing story didn’t receive a more distinguished rendering. Adapted by Zwick and co-scripter Clayton Frohman from Nechama Tec’s fact-based novel Defiance: The Bielski Partisans, this centers on three siblings who battle the German threat from within the Belarus Forest. The eldest, Tuvia Bielski (Daniel Craig), is hardly a natural born leader but always manages to keep things in perspective. Middle son Zus (Liev Schreiber) is far more tempestuous, eventually breaking from his brother to fight alongside the Soviet Red Army.

And youngest lad Asael (Jamie Bell) is initially a naïve greenhorn but quickly gets his initiation under fire. The Bielskis soon earn a reputation for their guerilla tactics that keep the Nazis off balance, and before long, scores of other Jews join them in their forest sanctuary.

But as their numbers grow, so does the risk of exposure, and Tuvia realizes it’s up to him to lead these people to safety.

Zwick’s epics (Glory, Legends of the Fall, The Last Samurai) have never lacked for propulsive power, but Defiance is the first to constantly stumble over itself

even as it tries to get its tale in gear. Still, Craig and Schreiber make for interesting contrasts in masculinity, and it’s at least commendable that somebody finally got around to paying tribute to these woodland warriors.

the wrestler After a brief reign of glory in the early 1980s, Mickey Rourke’s career went up in flames, thanks to personal problems as well as a tendency to pick dreadful material. A comeback via 2005’s Sin City failed to take root, but no matter: Rourke now has the role of a lifetime in Darren Aronofsky’s The Wrestler. On paper, The Wrestler sounds like Rocky reconfigured for the wrestling rather than boxing arena.

But Robert Siegel’s screenplay fleshes out the basic storylines in unique ways, and Aronofsky and Rourke add a rich palette to the proceedings, resulting in a movie that’s frequently as colorful as it is meaningful. If Milk touches on America’s prejudices and The Dark Knight examines America’s fears, then The Wrestler explores America’s regrets. Rourke stars as Randy “The Ram” Robinson, who was quite the big deal in the wrestling world back in the 1980s. Twenty years forward, however, and Randy is now long past his glory days. Two decades of hard partying have wiped him out, and if he has any emotional reservoirs to tap, he wants to make sure to save them for the two women in his life. The first is Cassidy (an excellent Marisa Tomei), a stripper at the club he frequents who is always

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is drawn oh-so-clearly in the sand.

Take Taken, which operates on a very simple premise: Scumbags kidnap Liam Neeson’s daughter; Liam Neeson screws them up good. That’s all the plot needed for this lightning-quick (91 minutes, and not a second over) action yarn in which Neeson stars as Bryan Mills, a former CIA operative who took early retirement in order to live close to his teenage daughter Kim (Maggie Grace).

Bryan’s frosty ex-wife (Famke Janssen) approves of their child traveling unsupervised with a friend (Katie Cassidy) to Paris for a vacation, but the overprotective Bryan doesn’t like the idea and only reluctantly signs off on it for the sake of Kim’s hap piness. But it turns out that father knows best after all: Within hours of their arrival, the two American teens are kidnapped by an Albanian organization that turns young women into prostitutes and sex slaves.

Bryan immediately springs into action, jetting off to Paris and employing his ample CIA training to locate his missing daughter. The film’s PG-13 rating means that punches are pulled in more ways than one, and the script by Robert Mark Kamen and Luc Besson (The Fifth Element) disappointingly turns Bryan from an ordinary man with highly specialized skills in the early going into a James Bond knockoff by the third act.

But Pierre Morel directs crisply and efficiently, and Neeson delivers a typically compelling performance.

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there to lend Randy a sympathetic ear (usually in the middle of a lap dance).

The other female on Randy’s mind is his daughter Stephanie (Evan Rachel Wood); because he was never there for her while she was growing up. Yet much of the best material revolves around Randy’s career as a wrestler. Aronofsky and Siegel do a remarkable job of treating its practitioners with respect, so much so that it’s softened my stance toward these athletes (dare we call them artists?) who give so much of themselves for the entertainment of others.

Revolutionary Road 1/2

This reunites Titanic stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, and they’re both exceptional in this adaptation of Richard Yates’ novel. Whether the film itself will satisfy moviegoers expecting to see the pair again in the throes of starry-eyed passion is another matter, since romance is kept at a minimum in this edgy drama, a must-see for adults who don’t mind getting their hands dirty on messy emotions. Sam Mendes, the Oscar-winning director

of American Beauty, has made another American beauty, this one a powerful examination of a young couple trying to deal with the plasticity of 1950s suburbia. Set in Connecticut, the story (adapted by Justin Haythe) concerns itself with Frank and April Wheeler, who view themselves as being different from everyone else in their pristine neighborhood. But time spent toiling away within the boundaries of the socalled American dream quickly takes its toll, so in an effort to revitalize their dreams as well as salvage their marriage, April suggests that they move to Paris and start a new life. Flush with excitement, the couple start to make plans, only to find that old routines – no matter how detested – die hard. Those with a willingness for navel-gazing will be receptive to this material far more than those who prefer to keep blinders fully attached, but there’s no denying that Mendes and company have created an unsettling piece that gets under the skin. “You jump, I jump,” the lovers in Titanic told each other. Here, the two aren’t as united, each standing on the brink of uncertainty, peering into the

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Slumdog Millionaire I’m not entirely sure how a film in which a small boy gets permanently blinded by someone deliberately pouring hot liquid onto his eyeballs while he’s unconscious ends up being hyped (by critics and audiences alike) as the “feel-good” movie of the year, but that’s the strange case with Slumdog Millionaire, the latest from director Danny Boyle (Trainspotting). The modern-day sequences find lanky, likable Jamal (Dev Patel) working his way through the questions on India’s version of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? Jamal is a struggling kid who’s coped with poverty all of his life -- a “slumdog” -- and it’s his unlikely ascension that has the entire nation rooting for him to win it all. But Jamal isn’t doing this for money; he’s doing it for love -- namely, for the beautiful Latika (Freida Pinto), who, as we see in the film’s ample flashbacks, grew up on the streets alongside Jamal and his hotheaded brother Salim (Madhur Mittal). Initially, the movie’s structure is ingenious in how it feeds on incidents from Jamal’s past to allow him to get the right answers on the TV game show, suggesting that what’s most important in this life is what we learn firsthand. As for the sequences revolving around the characters’ rough childhoods, they’re refreshingly raw and uncompromising. It’s a shame, then, that Boyle and scripter Simon Beaufoy toss aside all innovation in order to bind the final half-hour into a straightjacket of rigid formula plotting.

Gran Torino Clint Eastwood has stated that Gran Torino might mark his final appearance as an actor (he plans to keep directing), and if he sticks to his guns, it’s an appropriate way to end a magnificent career.

In that respect, it brings to mind John Wayne’s swan song, the elegiac Western The Shootist (directed, incidentally,

by Eastwood’s mentor Don Siegel), as both movies deal with aging men – the actors as well as the characters they’re portraying – whose lifelong dalliances with violence finally lead to both an understanding and acceptance of sorts.

It’s not necessary to be familiar with Eastwood’s career arc to enjoy Gran Torino, but it does amplify the appreciation for the manner in which the topic of violence is approached. From the glorified gun battles in the Dirty Harry franchise to the ruminations about the impact of taking a man’s life in Unforgiven, Eastwood has clearly given much thought to the subject, and he takes another step with this latest picture. To describe how he has continued to modify his beliefs would spoil the film’s ending, but suffice to say that his character, Walt Kowalski, is no stranger to killing. A Korean War vet, the recently widowed Walt lives in a Detroit neighborhood in which he’s clearly in the minority.

Surrounded by Asians, African-Americans and Latinos, he’s an unrepentant racist, although he doesn’t have much use for his own kind, either: Caring little for his two grown sons and their families, he instead prefers the company of his faithful dog and his prized 1972 Gran Torino. But his shell of indifference begins to crack once he comes into reluctant contact with the two Hmong kids who live next door, teenage siblings Thao and Sue (appealing newcom-

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The Reader

Adapted from Bernhard Schlink’s bestseller, this arrives with all the obvious trappings of a year-end “prestige” picture. But since more time is spent exposing the milky white breasts of Kate Winslet than exposing the horrors of the Holocaust, viewers might be forgiven for thinking they stumbled into a big-budget remake of Ilsa, She Wolf of the SS. Winslet’s Hannah Schmitz is a streetcar conductor in post-WWII Germany who enters into an affair with 15year-old Michael Berg (David Kross); as a form of sexual foreplay, she likes him to read to her from the classics. She soon drops out of his life, and it isn’t until a few years later, while he’s attending

college, that she reappears -- as a former Nazi guard on trial for the atrocities she allegedly committed during the war.

The Reader is a thorny story, and its failing isn’t because it elects to answer key questions about its characters in shocking fashion -- after all, many great movies are about less-than-admirable figures -- but because it waves off these revelations with all the impatience of a restaurant patron shooing away a waiter attempting to remove the soup bowl before it’s drained.

The Curious Case of Benjamin button The sort of groveling Oscar bait that would only dare be released in December (no other month would have it), David Fincher’s The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is this year’s equivalent of Tim Burton’s Big Fish: a desperate lunge by a normally exciting genre-filmmaker to earn some year-end accolades by helming An Important Movie With Life-Affirming Values. But when faced with results such as this, I’ll take the

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Drastically altering a short story by F. Scott Fitzgerald, scripters Eric Roth and Robin Swicord move the setting from Baltimore to New Orleans, thereby allowing the modern-day framing sequences to occur in the midst of Katrina’s assault (a narrative decision that’s arguably tasteless but certainly clumsy).

The bulk of the story deals with Benjamin Button (Brad Pitt), who’s born as an 80-year-old man but becomes gradually younger as time passes. Like his cinematic soulmate, the title character in Forrest Gump (a far more interesting film also written by Roth), Benjamin leads a rich and varied life, although his heart always belongs to Daisy (Cate Blanchett), who, like Forrest’s Jenny, is a callow free spirit who doesn’t realize the depths of her fondness for Benja-

min until it’s almost too late. Benjamin Button is primarily a passive character, and he’s in turn played by Pitt in a passive manner. It’s not the actor’s finest hour (make that nearly three hours; this is a looong movie), as he’s repeatedly upstaged by his own makeup as well as the CGI trickery that (in old-age mode) turns him into a diminutive figure. When Pitt is finally freed from the movie magic and allowed to look like himself, we expect him to raise his game, but it never really happens, largely because he and Blanchett have absolutely no chemistry together. As for the movie’s themes, they’re basically a series of homilies about the beauty of life and how we shouldn’t waste a single precious moment of it. Point taken: I won’t spend another second reflecting on this motionless motion picture. cs

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Activism & Politics Chatham County Campaign For Liberty

A group that is carrying the torch that Ron Paul lit for freedom and liberty. Mitch Anderson, 695-7746, or visit www.campaignforliberty. com/usa/GA/Chatham/ for dates, time sand meeting place.

Coastal Democrats

Contact Maxine Harris at 352-0470 or R1999MHAR@aol.com. Chatham County Democratic Headquarters, 109 W. Victory Dr. 912-7908683. www.chathamdems.com/

Drinking Liberally

An informal gathering of left-leaners. august1494@excite.com or www.DrinkingLiberally. org.

Libertarian Party of Chatham County

meets the first and third Thursday at 8:30 p.m. at Chinatown Buffet, 307 Highway 80 in Garden City. 308-3934 or www.no-debts.com/chathamlibertariansga.html. First and Third Thurs. of every month. Chinatown Buffet, 307 Highway 80.

Savannah Area Young Republicans

For information, visit www.savannahyoungrepublican.com or call Allison Quinn at 308-3020.

Classes & Workshops 700 Kitchen Cooking School

will offer hands-on educational/entertaining cooking classes at the Mansion on Forsyth Park, 700 Drayton St. The cost of each class is $90 per person. Call 238-5158 or visit http:// www.700kitchen.com. Mansion on Forsyth Park, 700 Drayton Street. 912-238-5158. www. mansiononforsythpark.com

Abstinence Education

Hope House and Savannah State University are providing an after-school program for youth and young adults ages 12 to 29. Program activities last for about 2 hours every Wednesday at SSU. Transportation is provided. Snacks, field trips and supportive services are provided at no charge. 236-5310. Savannah State University, 3219 College St. 912-356-2181. www.savstate. edu/

Adult Instruction in Clay Techniques

Wednesdays, 10am-noon, beginners to advamced. $100 plus $30 for clay supplies.

Instructor is Carolyne Graham, 925-7393, carolynegraham@yahoo.com.

Adult Painting Classes

Savannah Art and Clay Studio offers classes in painting techniques with studies in light and shadow to understanding color, and more.

Carolyne Graham is the instructor. Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30 pm. 925-7393, carolynegraham@ yahoo.com.

African Dance & Drum

Learn the rhythms of West Africa with instructor Aisha Rivers. Classes are held every Sunday - drums at 4pm, dance at 5pm at 607 W. 37th St. $10/class. ayoluwa.org, 844-2582. Rhythms of West Africa, 607 W. 37th St.

An Irish Barbershop Sampler

The Moon River Chorus is sponsoring a free 8-week barbershop music seminar for area ladies who enjoy singing Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm Jan. 15 to March 5. 927-2651. Through March 5.

Whitefield United Methodist Church, 728 E. 55th Street. 912-355-8420. www.whitefieldumc.com/

Art, Music and Tutoring for the Inner Child Beginning piano and voice lessons are taught by Linda Luke, who also tutors students in reading.

Creative dance and a snack are included in the lessons, and special education students are welcome. Sculpture, painting and drawing are taught by Jerry Luke. Private and small group lessons are available and open to adults, teens and younger children. The lessons last an hour and the cost is $80 a month. The address is 5225 Skidaway Rd. Call 349-0521 or 843-496-0651 for info. Classes, 5225 Skidaway Rd.

Art,-Music, Piano and Voice-coaching

for all age groups, beginners through advanced, classic, modern, jazz improvisation and theory.

Serious inquiries only. 961-7021 or 667-1056.

Artist’s Way Workshop

Explore your creativity Tuesdays 5-6:30pm in a 12-week program. Ongoing Enrollment.

236-3660 International Center for Leadership & Coaching, 236-3660. 236-236-3660. www. internationalcoach.org/

Beading Classes

Learn jewelry-making techniques from beginner to advanced at Bead Dreamer Studio, 407A E. Montgomery Cross Rd. Call 920-6659. Bead Dreamer Studio, 407 A East Montgomery Crossroads. 912-920-6659. www.beaddreamer.com

Children’s Art Classes

for grades 1-5 offer basic art, clay and mixed media on Wednesdays from 4-5:30 p.m. Cost is $65 per 5 weeks, basics supplied. Teen Class meets Thursday 4-6 p.m. Cost is $75 per 5 weeks, most supplies furnished. Savannah Art and Clay Creations, contact carolynegraham@ aol.com or 925-7393.

Construction Apprentice Program

is a free 16-week training program for men and women interested in gaining construction skills for career level jobs in construction. Earn a technical certificate of credit with no cost for trainingk, books or tools. Provided t hrough a collaboration of Chatham County, the Homebuilders Association of Savannah, Savannah Technical Eollege and Step Up Savannah’s Poverty Reduction Initiative. To apply, call Tara H. Sinclair at 604-9574.

Conversational Spanish

Do you want to practice your Spanish? Come to the mesa de espanol the second Thursday and last Friday of the month at 4:30 p.m. at The Sentient Bean, 13 E. Park Ave. For information, send e-mail to cafecontigo@gmail.com. The Sentient Bean, 13 East Park Ave. 912-232-4447. www.sentientbean.com

Credit and Money Management 12 Hour Seminar

This ongoing course is held every month at the Effingham YMCA in Rincon. This seminar is the first standardized credit education program in the nation. Topics covered are the steps to improve your credit rating and raise your credit scores, budgeting, managing your debt, what lenders require when you borrow money, how to spot looming money problems and how to deal with them before it’s too late. The fee is $99 per person or $169 per couple. Space is limited and registration is required in advance. Contact Carmen at 826-6263 or 484-1266. Effingham YMCA, 1224 Patriot Dr.

Drawing the Figure

“Investigating the Classical Approach” with Jeff Markowsky Feb. 27-28, 9am-5pm. $185. 4439313. Through Feb. 26.

Fany’s Spanish/English Institute

Fany’s Spanish/English Institute Spanish is fun. Classes for adults and children are held at 15 E. Montgomery Cross Rd. Call 921-4646 or 220-6570 to register. Fany’s Spanish/English Institute, 15 E. Montgomery Cross Rd.

Free swimming lessons

The Savannah Storm Swim Team is giving free swim lessons to any child between the ages 7 to 18. An adult must accompany any child or children under 10. Send e-mail with contact info to: thesavannahstorm@gmail.com.

Free Tax School

Earn extra income after taking this course. Flexible schedules, convenient locations. The class is free but there is a small fee for books. Call 352-3862 or visit www.libertytax.com.

Garbage, Goo, Recycling and YOU

The Chatham County Department of Public Works is sponsoring this show by the Puppet People, which will tour elementary schools to teach students the importance of learning to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. For bookings, call 355-3366.

Georgetown Playgroup

Meet the first and third Thursday of the month from 9:30-11am at the Northside clubhouse in Georgetown. Free.

Get Clients Now!

Don’t let the recession get you down. Meet with others from all industries, to learn & implement a 28-day marketing program. Tuesdays 7:30-8:30am or 4:30-5:30pm. $25 per week. 1st meeting free. RSVP 912-236-3660. International Center for Leadership & Coaching, 236-3660.

236-236-3660. www.internationalcoach.org/

Golf Instruction

Reasonable hourly rates and lesson packages for individuals and groups. Anthony Tavernier, USGTF Certified Instructor, 247-8687.

Greater Savannah Coalition on Aging Symposium

“A Blueprint for Action: Developing Livable Communities for All Ages” Wednesday, Feb. 18, 8:30am-4pm. $45 includes continental breakfast and lunch. 692-4575, www.gscoa.com. Through Feb. 18. The Armstrong Center, 13040 Abercorn St.

Housing Authority of Savannah Classes

Free classes will be offered at the Neighborhood Resource Center, 1407 Wheaton St. Some classes are on-going. Adult Literacy is offered every Monday and Wednesday from 4-6 p.m.

Homework Help is offered every Tuesday and Thursday from 3-4:30 p.m. The Community Computer Lab is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. GED/adult literacy education is being offered Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon or 1-4 p.m.

Introduction to (Vipassana) Mindfulness Meditation

An ongoing class for beginners and experienced practitioners that offers a weekly interactive talk on the foundations of the practice of Mindfulness Meditation, followed by a period of meditation.

Mondays 6-7:30pm. 307 E. Harris St. Drop-ins, $14, 8-week package $80. Rev. Fugon Cindy Beach. 429-7265 or cindy@alwaysoptions.com.

Lost Ancient Art of Essential Oils, Aromatherapy and Plant Medicines

will be held at Southern Hemisphere, 41 Habersham St. Donation. meetup.com/SavannahEnergyHealers/. Southern Hemisphere, 41 Habersham St.

Mrs. Claus

A retired school teacher, Mrs. Claus is available for the holidays to all retirement centers, hospitals, day-care centers, churches, schools and private parties. Linda Luke, 349-0521.

Oatland Island Wildlife Center

Oatland island Wildlife Center has a new name, but still offers environmental education programs and weekend events. It is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., closed only on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. www.oatlandisland.org. Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd. 912-898-3980. www. oatlandisland.org/

One Party for Everything

One party for makeup, lingerie, candles and toys.

Refreshments served. Free consults. 604-5639. mimi5639@gmail.com.

Personal Money Management

BOAN Consults, LLC sponsors monthly workshops. Call 398-8148 or email info@boanconsults.com.

Pesticide School

Seminars for landscape professions and lawn-care specialists who must take the Turf and Ornamental Exam will be held Feb. 16 and 23, 9am-3pm. $20 each. 921-5460. Training manuals and study guides must be obtained in advance. Through Feb. 23. Bamboo Farm & Coastal Gardens, 2 Canebrake Rd.

Pirate Preview Open House

Feb. 21, 10am in the Armstrong Center. Info about scholarships, financial aid, admission requirements, degree programs, student life, and other services and programs offered at AASU. www.es.armstrong.edu/admissions/openhouse. htm, 344.2631. Through Feb. 21. Armstrong Atlantic State University, 11935 Abercorn St. 912-927-5277. about.armstrong.edu/Maps/index.html

Porcelain Painting

Ongoing beginner, intermediate and advanced 4-day class. $250 includes supplies, brushes, porcelain and firing of art. 706-495-6724, www.

GaSeminarsbytheSea.com. Internationally renowned teachers. Tybee Island, Tybee Island.

Puppet People: Behind the Moss Curtain

Performances of a musical history tour of the Coastal Empire, cabaret-style, will be presented at the following Senior Centers: Windsor Forest, Feb. 10, 10:30am; Sav. Adult Daycare, Feb. 11, 10:15am; Mary Flournoy, Feb. 12, 10:30am; Eastside, Feb. 13, 9:45am; Stillwell Towers, Feb. 17, 10am; The Veranda, Feb. 18, 1pm; Ruth Byck, Feb. 23, 10:15am; Liberty City, Feb. 24, 10:30am; Habersham House, Feb. 24, 10:30am; and Moses Jackson, Feb. 25, 10:30am. Angela, 355-3366.

Through Feb. 25.

Puppet Shows

are offered by St. Joseph’s/Candler AfricanAmerican Health Information & Resource Center for schools, day cares, libraries, churches, community events and fairs. Call 447-6605. African-American Health Information & Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. 912-447-6605. www. sjchs.org/1844.cfm

Resume Writing & Job Search Training

Free training Feb. 13, 20 and 27 10:30-11:30am.

447-5711. Through Feb. 27. Wesley Community Center, 1601 Drayton St. 912-232-0965. www. wesleyctrs-savh.org/

Savannah Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Low cost instruction in a group lesson format.

Classes in drama, dance, percussion, woodwinds, brass, strings, piano, vocals, guitar, visual arts and music theory Tuesdays and Thursdays

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offers a variety of business classes. It is located at 801 E. Gwinnett St. Call 652-3582.

Savannah Entrepreneurial Center, 801 E. Gwinnett Street. 912-652-3582.

Savannah Learning Center Spanish Classes

Be bilingual. The center is located at 7160 Hodgson Memorial Dr. Call 272-4579 or 3083561. e-mail savannahlatina@yahoo.com or visit www.savannahlatina.com. Free folklore classes also are offered on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Savannah Learning Center, 7160 Hodgson Memorial Dr.

SCAD Art and Design Community Workshops

“Handmade at SCAD” is a series of community education workshops open to the public ages 15 and up Jan. 24-March 21. Costs range from $55 to $145 depending on materials, with all materials provided. 525.5123, www. scad.edu/ce. Through March 21.

Starfish Cafe Culinary Arts Training Program

This 12-week full-time program is designed to provide work training and employment opportunities in the food service industry, including food preparation, food safety and sanitation training, customer service training and job search and placement assistance. Call Mindy Saunders at 234-0525. The Starfish Cafe, 711 East Broad Street. 912-234-0525. www.thestarfishcafe.org/

Studio Space as Needed

for teachers, instructors, trainers, body-work therapists or organizations. Available by the class/session, day, week or Tony, 655-4591.

Teen Art Studio: Perspective/Optical Illusion in Art

Drawing and painting Tuesdays 5:30-7pm. $75 per month. 925-7393, carolynegraham@ yahoo.com. Starts in April.

Teen Art Studio: Wonders of Color in Art

Color blending, color complements, color theory, abstract to realistic. Tuesdays 5:30-7pm. $75 per month includes supplies. 925-7393, carolynegraham@yahoo.com.

Thinking of Starting a Small Business

is a course offered twice a month atthe Small Business Assistance Center, 111 E. Liberty St. $50 in advance or $60 at the door. 651-3200, www.savannahabdc.org. Small Business Assistance Center, 111 E Liberty Street. 912232-4700. www.sbacsav.com/

The Chatham Emergency Management Agency and The National Weather Service will offer a class February 19. Contact Dustin Hetzel at djhetzel@chathamcounty.org by February 18. Through Feb. 18.

Wednesday Figure Drawing Group

Work from a live model. Open to artists with some experience - no instruction offered. $60 a month. Judy Mooney. 443-9313 or judymooney@bellsouth.net. The Freight Station, 703 Louisville Rd.

Wicca 101

An introductory class every Thurday at 7pm at Southern Hemisphere Metaphysical Books, Gifts & More, 41 Habersham St. $15. 2346371. Southern Hemisphere, 41 Habersham St.

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AASU Sci-Fi Fantasy Club

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This is an official student club of Armstrong Atlantic State University that accepts nonstudents as associate members. It is devoted to the exploration and enjoyment of the genres of science fiction and fantasy. Activities include book discussions, movie screenings, role playing game sessions, board and card games, guest speakers, episode marathons and armor demonstrations. Provides guest speakers to educators upon request. Call Michael at 220-8129, send e-mail to lightmagus@yahoo.com or mccauln1981@hotmail. com. or visit http://aasuscifi.proboards105. com/index.cgi. Armstrong Atlantic State University, 11935 Abercorn St. 912-927-5277. about.armstrong.edu/Maps/index.html

Bike Night with Mikie

is held 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. The Red Zone Bar and Grill, 3975 Highway 17.

Buccaneer Region SCCA

is the local chapter of the Sports Car Club of America. It hosts monthly solo/autocross driving events in the Savannah area. Anyone with a safe car, insurance and a valid driver’s license is eligible to participate. Visit http:// buccaneerregion.org/solo.html.

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/ChiSavannah/.

The Highest Praise School of the Arts is accepting applicants for the 2008 Vocal Basics Classes. To register visit overcomingbyfaith. org or call 927-8601 for more info. Overcoming by Faith Ministries, 9700 Middleground Rd.

meets monthly on the first Monday at the Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. Check www.cleancoast.org for event schedule. Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. 912-355-8111. www.savj.org/

A 30-minute course that covers issues to help volunteers get started is held the first and third Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. The first Thursday, the class is at Savannah State University, and the third Thursday, at United Way, 428 Bull St. Register by calling Summer at 651-7725 or visit www.HandsOnSavannah. org. United Way of Coastal Empire, 428 Bull St. 912-651-7700. www.uwce.org/

is a group of local MINI Cooper owners and enthusiasts who gather on the first Sunday of the month at 10 a.m. at the Starbucks at the corner of Victory Drive and Skidaway Road to meet other MINI owners and go on motoring adventures together. Visit coastalminis. com. Twelve Oaks Shopping Center, Abercorn Street.

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Civil Air Patrol

offers aerospace education porgrams and activities for adults and teens ages 12-18.

Meets every Thursday from 7-9 p.m. at the Savannah Flying Tiger Composite Squadron behind SITEL in the former Savannah Airport Terminal Building Complex off Dean Forest Road. Visit www.gawg.cap.gov, send e-mail to N303WR@aol.com, or call Capt. Jim Phillips at 412-4410. Savannah Flying Tiger Composite Squadron, Savannah International Airport.

Vocal Classes

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Clubs & Organizations

offers Beach Discovery and marsh walks.

Aquarium hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday through Monday, and from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesday. Admission is $4 for adults and $3 for children, ages 3016. Senior, military and AAA discounts are available. Call 786-5917 or visit www.tybeemsc.org. Tybee Island Marine Science Center, 1510 Strand. 912-786-5917. www.tybeemsc.org/

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Voted Best Exotic Restaurant 2006 Also voted Best International Ethnic Cuisine 2002

by Savannah Morning News Delicious Moroccan Cuisine! Authentic ceremonial atmosphere!

Belly dancing shows nightly! Fun & memorable dining experience!

We specialize in birthday parties!

234-6168 118 East Broughton St. Downtown Savannah Reservations Suggested. 5:30 to 10:30pm nightly www.casbahrestaurant.com

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Coffee & Conversation

Held every Tuesday at 8am by Creative Coast as a networking event. http://links.thecreativecoast.org/conversation. Cafe Ambrosia, 202 E. Broughton St.

Creative Coast Alliance Ambassadors

meet Tuesday mornings at Cafe Ambrosia, corner of Abercorn and Broughton. Jamie Wolf, jwolf@thecreativecoast.org. Cafe Ambrosia, 202 E. Broughton St.

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Savannah Subbuteo Club. Call 667-7204 or visit http://savannahsubbuteo.tripod.com.

Geechee Sailing Club

meets the second Monday of the month (except for November) at 6:30pm. Open to all interested in boating and related activities. www.geecheesailingclub.org. Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr. 912-3549040.

Historic Savannah Chapter of ABWA

meets the second Thursday of every month from 6-7:30 p.m. at Tubby’s Restaurant. The cost is the price of the meal. RSVP to 6608257. Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr. 912-354-9040.

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. American Legion, Post 135, 1108 Bull St. 912-233-9277.

Low Country Turners

This is a club for wood-turning enthusiasts.

Call Hank Weisman at 786-6953.

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Military Order of the Purple Heart Ladies Auxiliary

meets the first Saturday of the month at 1 p.m. at American Legion Post 184 in Thunderbolt. Call 786-4508. American Legion Post 184, 1 Legion Dr. 912-354-5515.

Moon River Chorus

is a ladies’ barbershop chorus. Rehearsals are Thursdays from 7-9 p.m. in the social hall of Whitefield United Methodist Church, corner of 55th Street and Waters Avenue. Visitors are welcome. Call Sylvia at 927-2651 or sylviapf@ aol.com. Whitefield United Methodist Church, 728 E. 55th Street. 912-355-8420. www.whitefieldumc.com/

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)

Join other moms for fun, inspiration, guest speakers, food and creative activities while children ages birth to 5 are cared for in a preschool-like setting. Meets the second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 9:15-11:30 am at First Baptist Church of the Islands, 6613 Johnny Mercer Blvd. Call 8988316 or 898-5086 or visit www.mops.org. First Baptist Church of the Islands, 6613 Johnny Mercer Blvd. 921-897-2142. www.fbcislands. com/

No Kidding!

is the area’s first social club for single and married adults who do not have children.

Meet other non-parents at events and activities. For information on No Kidding! visit www. nokidding.net or send e-mail to luluette@ prodigy.net.

Old Time Radio Researcher’s Group

is aninternational fan and research group devoted to preserving and distributing oldtime radio broadcasts from 1926 to 1962. Send e-mail to Jim Beshires at beshiresjim@yahoo. com or visit www.otrr.org.

Philosophy Reading Group

www.toothpastefordinner.com

This group will focus on various philosophical themes and texts, culminating in facilitated discussions with an open exchange of ideas within a community of inquiry. Meeting locations will change to reflect the current issue.

Contact Kristina at 407-443-1571 or ktina697@ hotmail.com.

PURE: Community Photography of Savannah, Inc.

Grassroots group dedicated to the unique art of traditional black and white photographic processes formed a non-profit organization designed to create a photography center with the first darkroom in the city open to working artists and the general public. Volunteers are needed in the areas of marketing and fund raising in order to realize the goal of establishing a darkroom. All interested in taking an active role contact Kathleen Thomas, PUREdarkroom@gmail.com.

Revived Salon for Women Seeking Change

In Anne Morrow Lindbergh’s Gift of the Sea, she wrote, “How untidy my shell has become.

Blurred with moss, knobby with barnacles, its shape is hardly recognizable any more. Surely it had a shape once. It has a shape still in my mind. What is the shape of my life?” If these words resonate with you and you are a woman over 50, this group offers bonding, laughter, discussion and fun. Seating is limited. Call 236-8581 for info.

Richmond Hill Roadies Running Club

A chartered running club of the Road Runners Association of America. For a nominal annual fee, members will receive monthly training sessions and seminars and have weekly runs of various distances. Kathy Ackerman,7565865 or Billy Tomlinson 596-5965.

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-A-Million 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. Chen’s Chinese Restaurant, 20 E. Derenne Ave.

Savannah Adventure Club

is dedicated to pursuing adventures, both indoors and outdoors, throughout the Low country and beyond. Activities in the past year have included sailing, camping, skydiving, kayaking, hiking, tennis, volleyball, and skiing, in addition to regular social gatherings. Free to join, and Email savannahadventureclub@ gmail.com or visit www.savannahadventureclub.com

Savannah Area Landlord & Real Estate Investors Association

Learn to be a real estate investor or landlord.

Group meets the second Tuesday of each month at the Spiva Law Group, 12020 Abercorn St. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. Spiva Law Group, 12020 Abercorn St.

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 655-0994.

Savannah Art Association

Enjoy classes, informal “playshops” and shows on River Street and area businesses.

Now accepting applications for new members.

232-7731. . Senior Citizens Inc., 3025 Bull St.

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. Moon River Brewing Co., 21 W. Bay St.

Savannah Browns Backers

This is an official fan club recognized by the Cleveland Browns NFL football team. Meet with Browns fans to watch the football games and support your favorite team Sundays at game time at Tubby’s Tank House in Thun-

Savannah Council, Navy League of the United States

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. Hunter Army Airfield, 525 Leonard Neat St. 912-355-1060. www.stewart. army.mil/ Maj. Gen. Tony Cucolo, Commanding General of the 3rd Infantry Division, will speak Feb. 24, 6pm, at the Hunter Club on Hunter Army Airfield. Dinner is $20. RSVP required, deadline Feb. 20. Sybil Cannon, 964-5366, rsalty2@aol.com. Through Feb. 24. Hunter Club, 135 Duncan Dr#6015. 912-353-7923.

Savannah Energy Healers

Metaphysical and spiritual discussions on energy healing work through crystals, plant medicines, aromatherapy and more. Third Tuesday from 7-9 p.m., Southern Hemisphere Metaphysical Books & Gifts, 41 Habersham St. 234-6371. Southern Hemisphere, 41 Habersham St.

Savannah Fencing Club

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 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 961-9913 or visit www.savannahjaycees.com. Jaycee Building, 101 Atlas St.

Savannah Kennel Club

meets every fourth Monday of the month from September through May at 7:30 p.m. at Ryan’s restaurant on Stephenson Avenue. It is an education organization dedicated to informing the public about current events in the world of dogs and those who love them.Those wishing to eat before the meeting are encouraged to arrive earlier. For details, visit www.savannahkennelclub.org. Ryan’s, Stephenson Ave.

Savannah Mustang Club

meets the third Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at J.C. Lewis Ford, 9505 Abercorn St. An open cruisein is held the third Saturday at 6:30 p.m. at Kroger/Krystal across from the Savannah Mall on Abercorn Ext. Kenneth Brabham, 772-8362 or Leonard Kantziper at 354-1826. J.C. Lewis Ford, 9505 Abercorn St.

Savannah Newcomers Club

is open to all women who have been in the Savannah area for less than two years. Membership includes a monthly luncheon and program and, in addition, the club hosts a variety of activities, tours and events that will assist you in learning about Savannah and making new friends. Call 351-3171.

Savannah Parrot Head Club

Love a laid-back lifestyle? Beach, Buffet and no dress code. Check out savannahphc.com for the events calendar or e-mail mickie_ragsdale@ comcast.net.

Savannah Scooter Gang

Connecting local riders to swap tips, stories, parts, mods and secrets. No obligation other than networking, and possibly arranging a monthly weekend ride to take over the streets downtown. Show off your scoot and ride with pride -- put ‘em in a line and watch the stares.

Contact Travis at pittsillustration@gmail.com or myspace.com/travispitts.

Savannah Ski and Adventure Club

SABR.org.

Savannah Sunrise Rotary Club

is the local chapter of Women in Aviation International. It is open to men and women in the region who are interested in supporting women in aviation. Regular meetings are held once a month and new members are welcome. Visit http://southernwingswai.com.

For snow-covered mountain-loving people and their friends. All are welcome. Meets for a wide variety of activities throughout the year. Meetings are held the third Tuesday of every month at rotating locations. Visit http://savannahskiclub. com. meets Thursdays from 7:30-8:30 a.m. at the First City Club. First City Club, 32 Bull St. 912238-4548. www.firstcityclub.com/

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. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-350-8000. www.memorialhealth.com/

Savannah Wine Lovers

A sometimes formal group that also sometimes just gets together to drink wine. Visit http:// groups.google.com/group/savannah-wine-lovers.

Savannah Writers Network

meets the second and fourth Tuesdays at 7pm at Books a Million to discuss, share and critique writing of fiction or non-fiction novels, essays or short stories. A meet-and-greet precedss the meeting at 6:30pm. Melissa Sanso, 441-0030.

Books-A-Million, 8108 Abercorn St. 921-9258112. www.booksamillion.com/

Society for American Baseball Research

is an international fan and research group devoted to the great game of baseball. Persons interested in starting a chapter here should e-mail Jim Casey at bigtrain45@gmail.com. For information about the organization, visit www.

Southern Wings

St. Almo

The name stands for Savannah True Animal Lovers Meeting Others. Informal dog walks are held Sundays (weather permitting). Meets at 5 p.m. at Canine Palace, 618 Abercorn St. (Time changes with the season.) Call 234-3336. Canine Palace Inc, 618 Abercorn St. 912-234-3336. www. caninepalacesavannah.com

Stitch-N’s

Knitting, spinning and crocheting Monday and Tuesday from 5-8pm and occasional Sunday 24pm at wild fibre, 409 E. Liberty. Jennifer Harey, 238-0514. wild fibre, 409 E. Liberty.

Sweet Adeline Chorus

rehearses weekly on Wednesdays from 7-9 p.m. in St. Joseph’s Hopsital’s meeting rooms. Contact vicky.mckinley1@comcast.net. St. Joseph’s Hospital, 11705 Mercy Blvd. 912-819-4100. www. sjchs.org/

Tarde en Espanol

meets the last Wednesday orf every month at 6:30pm in different locations to practice spoken Spanish in a casual environment. 236-8566.

Texas Hold ‘Em Tournaments

Free poker tournaments are held every week in Savannah, Hinesville and Statesboro. Free to play. Win prizes and gifts. Visit www.GUTSHOTGA.com for details.

The Armstrong Center

The Armstrong Center is available for meetings, seminars, workshops or social events.

Classrooms, meeting space, auditorium and 6000-square-foot ballroom. 344-2951. Armstrong Atlantic State University, 11935 Abercorn St. 912-927-5277. about.armstrong.edu/Maps/ index.html

The Cinemophiles

An eclectic bunch that enjoys all kinds of movies.

Visit http:?/groups.google.com/group/cinemophiles.

The Friends of the Tybee Theater

will hold their first public meeting Feb. 19, 78pm. RSVP info@tybeeposttheater.org, 323-7727.

Through Feb. 19. American Legion Hall, 14 Veterans Dr.

The Young Professionals of Savannah

An AfterHours networking social is held every third Thursday of the month. Visit www.ypsav. net, sign up for the e-newsletter and find out about other upcoming events, or call Leigh Johnson at 659-9846.

Theremin/Electronic Music Enthusiasts

A club for enthusiasts of electronic music and instruments, including the theremin, synths, Mooger Foogers, jam sessions, playing techniques, compositions, gigs, etc. Philip Neidlinger, theremin@neidlinger.us.

TriUnity Opportunity Meeting

meets the first and third Thursdays of each month at 7 p.m. at the Best Western at I-95 and 204. Learn how to start a business from home.

Free. Ask for Chris and Sandy Benton. Best Western, I-95 and Highway 204.

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derbolt. The group holds raffles and trips and is looking into having tailgate parties in the future.

Call Kathy Dust at 373-5571 or send e-mail to KMDUST4@hotmail.com or Dave Armstrong at Darmst0817@comcast.net or 925-4709. Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr. 912354-9040.

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Tybee Performing Arts Society

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. Old Tybee School, Tybee Island.

Urban Professionals

meets first Fridays at 7:30 p.m. at Vu at the Hyatt on Bay Street. If you’re not having fun, you’re not doing it right. Call 272-9830 or send e-mail to spannangela@hotmail.com. Hyatt Regency, 2 W. Bay St.

Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 671

meets monthly at the American Legion Post 135, 1108 Bull St. Call James Crauswell at 927-3356.

American Legion, Post 135, 1108 Bull St. 912233-9277.

Dance African Dance & Drum

Learn the rhythms of West Africa with instructor Aisha Rivers. Classes are held every Sunday - drums at 4pm, dance at 5pm at 607 W. 37th St. $10/class. ayoluwa.org, 844-2582. Rhythms of West Africa, 607 W. 37th St.

Ballroom Dancing Lessons

Learn the Waltz, Fox Trot, Cha-Cha, Salsa, Swing, and more on six Sundays - Feb. 22, March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 from 4-5pm. $35/couple for JEA members, $60/couple non-members.

Through March 29. Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. 912-355-8111. www.savj.org/

Beginners Belly Dance Class

Classes are ongoing and all ages and skill levels welcome. Sunday. 11:40-12:40am. $10 per class, walk-ins welcome. Nicole Edge, kleokatt@ gmail.com or 596-0889. Tantra Lounge, 8 East Broughton Street.

Belly Dance Classes

Taught by Nocturnelle. Contact Maya,313-1619, nocturnellegbd@yahoo.com or www.nocturnelle. org.

Breffni Academy of Irish Dance

has opened a location in Richmond Hill and is accepting students. The academy is located at Life Moves Dance Studio, 10747 Ford Ave. For information, call Michael or Nicola O’Hara at 305-756-8243 or send e-mail to Dance@BreffniAcademy.com. Visit www.IrishDanceClasses. com.. Life Moves Dance Studio, 10747 Ford Ave. 912-756-8482. lifemovesdancestudio.com

C.C. Express Dance Team

meets every Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at the Windsor Forest Recreation Building. Clogging or tap dance experience is necessary for this group.

Call Claudia Collier at 748-0731. Windsor Forest Recreation Building, Windsor Forest.

Chicago-Style Steppin’ Lessons

Every Thursday from 7-9 p.m. Also learn new line dances. Contact Tunya Coleman at 6316700.

Everybody Can Dance

The Highest Praise School of the Arts presents a workshop every 3rd Saturday at 10am for all ages. Free. 927-8601, overcomingbyfaith.org.

Overcoming by Faith Ministries, 9700 Middleground Rd.

Flamenco Enthusiasts

Dance or learn flamenco in Savannah with the Flamenco Cooperative. Meetings are held on Saturdays from 1 to 2:30 or 3 p.m. at the Maxine Patterson School of Dance. Any level welcome.

If you would like to dance, accompany or sing, contact Laura Chason at laura_chason@yahoo. com. Maxine Patterson School of Dance, 2212 Lincoln St. 912-234-8745.

Gretchen Greene School of Dance

is accepting registration for fall classes in tap, ballet, lyrical, acrobatics, jazz and hip-hop for ages 3 and up. Adult tap classes are held Tuesday from 7:30-8:15 for beginners and Monday from 7:15-8 p.m. for intermediate. Call 897-4235 or email ggsod.com.

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meet every Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at Nassau Woods Recreation Building on Dean Forest Road. No beginner classes are being held at this time, however help will be available for those interested in learning. Call Claudia Collier at 748-0731. Nassau Woods Recreation Building, Dean Forest Road.

Islands Dance Academy and the Savannah Danse Theatre

Adult Ballet technique class, Tuesday and Thursday 10-11:30am. $15 a class or $95 for 8 classes. Men’s technique ballet class ages 12 and up, Fridays 4-5:30pm. $15 a class. Scholarships available. Partnering class Friday 5:306:30pm, free for men who take the technique class. Other classes: Adult Beginner- Intermediate Ballet, 7:30-8:30pm Monday and Thursday; Hip-Hop, 7-8pm Tuesdays; Ballet, tap and jazz classes. 897-2102. Islands Dance Academy, 610 Quarterman Dr. 912-897-2100.

Kelly/Creek Studio

Ballet, pointe, tap, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, musical theater, partnering, and contemporary movement. Offering classes to all, ages 3 and up.

756.7426. kellycreekstudios.com

Mahogany Shades of Beauty Inc.

offers dance classes, including hip hop, modern, jazz, West African, ballet, lyrical and step, as well as modeling and acting classes. All ages and all levels are welcome. Call Mahogany B. at 272-8329.

Pole Dancing Class

POLE DANCING...for exercise. Learn dance moves and spins while working your abs, tone your legs and arms, a total body workout. Ladies Only! The only thing that comes off is your shoes.

Classes are held Wendesdays at 7:30pm and on Fridays by request. Private parties available.

Space is limited call in advance to make your reservation. $70 per month or $22 per class.

Please call for further details 912-224-9667 or visit www.fitnessbodybalance.com. Fitness Body & Balance Personal Training Studio, 2209 Rowland Ave, Suite 2.

Savannah Shag Club

offers shag music every Wednesday and Friday at 7 p.m. at American Legion Post 36 on Victory Drive. American Legion Post 36, 2309 E. Victory Dr. 912-351-9033. www.legion.org/

Shag-Beach Bop-Etc. Savannah

hosts Magnificent Mondays from 6:30-11 p.m. at Double’s, Holiday Inn/Midtown, 7100 Abercorn St. Free basic shag, swing, salsa, cha cha, line dance and others are offered the first two Mondays and free shag lessons are offered. The lesson schedule is posted at www.shagbeachbop. com and announced each Monday. The dance lessons are held 6:30-7:30 p.m. Special cocktail prices are from 6:30-10 p.m. and their are hors d’ouerves. There is no cover charge. Everyone is invited and welcomed into club membership.

Call 927-4784 or 398-8784 or visit www.shagbeachbop.com. Doubles Lounge, 7100 Abercorn Street. 912-352-7100.

Swing Dancing by Savannah Swing Catz

Free lesson and dance every Monday, 7:30-8pm lesson, 8-10pm open dancing. Tantra Lounge.

220-8096, info@SavannahSwingcatz.com. Free swing dance lesson and dance every Monday, 7:30-8pm, dancing from 8-10pm. Tantra Lounge 8 E. Broughton St. Free. 220-8096, info@SavannahSwingcatz.com. Tantra Lounge, 8 East Broughton Street.

The Next Step

Ballroom dance lessons will be held Feb. 22 and March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 4pm. $35 for JEA members & $60 for non-members. 355-8111.

Through March 29. Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. 912-355-8111. www.savj.org/

The STUDIO

offers Ballet, Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap and Contemporary. Now accepting applications. Ages 7 and up must arrange a placement audition class. Adult Ballet with Karen Burns is Mon.

Thurs. at 11 a.m. and Thursday at 5:30 p.m. and Adult Tap with Pat Alley is now signing up.

Veronica Niebuhr, 695-9149, www.thestudiosav. com or thestudidosav@aol.com. The STUDIO, 2805-B Lacy Avenue. 912-356-8383. www. thestudiosav.com/

Two to Tango - Savannah Tango Group

Learn the dance while having fun Sundays from 1:30-3:30 at the Doris Martine Dance Studio, 7360 Skidaway Rd. $2 per person. Call 925-7416.

Doris Martin Dance Studio, 7360 Skidaway Rd. 912-354-8089.

Youth Dance Program

The West Broad Street YMCA, Inc. presents its Instructional DanceProgram 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.

YMCA-West Broad St, 1110 May St. 912-2331951.

Fitness A balanced life

Student massage is offered at the Savannah School of Massage Therapy, Inc. Cost ranges from $30 to $40 for a one-hour massage and sessions are instructor supervised. Call 355-3011 for an appointment. The school is located at 6413B Waters Ave. www.ssomt.com.

Savannah School of Massage Therapy, Inc, 6413 Waters Avenue. 912-355-3011. www.ssomt.com/

Acupuncture for Health

is available Monday thru Saturday at Hidden Well Acupuncture Center downtown. Traditional Chinese medical consultations and treatments are available with Fawn Smiley and Nicole Coughlin Ware. 233-9123, www.hiddenwellacupuncturecenter.com or hiddenwellacupuncture@gmail. com. Hidden Well Acupuncture Center, 318 East Huntingdon Street.

Ashram Savannah Yoga Co Op

Discounted class prices, open studio time and special events. www.ashramsavannah.com.

Ashram Savannah, 2424 Drayton St.

Belly Dance for Fitness

Every Sunday from 12:50-1:50pm. $10 per classe, walk-ins welcome. Nicole Edge 5960889, kleokatt@gmail.com Tantra Lounge, 8 East Broughton Street.

Belly Dancing for Fun and Fitness

Colorful veils, jangling coin hip scarves, jingly rattling bracelets, exotic music are provided.

Held Tuesdays at 1 pm and Saturdays at 3pm, cost is $20 per class. consistantintegrity@yahoo. com.

Cardiorespiratory Endurence Training

will be offered by Chatham County Park Services for persons 18 and up at Tom Triplett Park on Tuesdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and Thursdays from 8-9 a.m. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and will be required to sign a waiver form before participating. All classes are free. Call 652-6780 or 965-9629. Tom Triplett Community Park, U.S. Highway 80 West. 912652-6780.

Center for Wellbeing Hatha Yoga classes

are offered Monday and Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Pre-register by calling 819-6463.

Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5354 Reynolds Ave. 912- 819-6000. www.sjchs.org

Crossfit Hyperformance

meets mormings at 6:30am at Crossfit Hyperformance. Visit www.crossfirhyperformance.com. or call Jennifer at 224-0406 or Drew at 541-0530.

Crossfit Hyperformance, 904 E 70th Street.

Energy Share

every first and third Friday of the month at a new integrated healing center located at 72nd and Sanders streets. Call Kylene at 713-3879.

Fit Lunch

FIT LUNCH - Join us for a 30 to 40 Minute workout on your lunch hour. Classes offered Monday, Wednesday & Friday from 10:45am until 2:00pm

by Fitness Body & Balance Personal Training

Studio. Classes are organized and led by 2 Certified Personal Trainers and will utilize a variety of training techniques which may include strength training, interval and cardio as well as core, balance and flexibility. Advanced booking required.

Please call for further details 912-398-4776 or 912-224-9667. www.bodybalance.com. Fitness Body & Balance Personal Training Studio, 2209 Rowland Ave, Suite 2.

Fitness by Reese Seminar

Fitness expert Reese Brown, from the hit tv show “Ruby,” will offer a one-hour seminar on fitness and nutrition. Free. Through Feb. 19.

Barnes & Noble, 7804 Abercorn Street.

Fitness Classes at the JEA

Spin, firm it up, yoga, Pilates, water aerobics, Aquasize, senior fitness, Zumba and Krav Maga.

Prices vary. Call for days and times. 355-8111.

Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. 912-355-8111. www.savj.org/

Gentle Yoga

Gentle Yoga with Mary Ann is offered Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. Participants must be 18 or older. Mat and blanket are required. Limited to 12 participants. Pre-register at adultenrichment@uusavanah.org or call 234-0980. Held at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah upstairs in Phillippa’s Place. Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 313 Harris St. 912-234-0980. www.uusavannah.org

Hip Hop Cardio

Monday and Thursday from 5:30-6:30pm. Taught

by Mahogany. Registration is $40. $20 per month for members and $30 per month for non-members. West Broad Street YMCA, 1110 May St.

Kidz Fitness

an ongoing aerobic fitness class for children 6-13 with weight concerns. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-5:45 p.m. at the Candler Hospital Wellness Center. Children must be members of the Candler Wellness Center.

819-8800. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. 912-819-6000. www.sjchs.org/

Krav Maga -

Israeli Defensive Tactics and Hand-To-Hand Combat taught. Krav Maga is the official system for the Israeli Defense Forces and all the techniques focus on maximum efficiency in real-life conditions. Mon, Tues, Thurs 7:30pm & Tues, Thurs 11:45am. $90/month unlimited classes, discount for students, military, L.E., F.D. 308 7109, roger@ccs-savannah.com. Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. 912-355-8111. www.savj.org/

Ladies Livin 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 through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. African-American Health Information & Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. 912-447-6605. www.sjchs.org/1844.cfm

Learn Kung Fu Today

The Temple of Martial Arts is a Kung Fu school where men and women of all levels of martial arts experience come together to learn the art of Wing Chun and Tai Chi. SiFu Michael, 4299241, youtube.com “Kung Fu in Savannah.” The Temple of Martial Arts, 407 E Montgomery Cross Rd, Ste B.

Martial Arts

For ages 7 to adult, taught by S.T. Morgan Wednesday and Friday 5:30-6:30pm and 6:307:30pm. Registration, $40. $20 per month for members and $30 per month for non-members.

West Broad Street YMCA, 1110 May St.

Men On Weights

Designed for those who want to work out in a group setting with family and friends. For pricing call 898-7714. Spine & Sport, 22 West Oglethorpe Ave.

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$25 per month includes entry into all the Center for WellBeing classes. Pre-register in Suite 120 in the Candler Heart & Lung building. 819-6463.

Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5354 Reynolds Ave. 912- 819-6000. www.sjchs.org

Mommy and Baby Yoga Classes

are held Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at the Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. Infants must be 6 weeks to 6 months, precrawling. The cost is $13 per class. Multi-class discounts are available. The instructor is Betsy Boyd Strong. Walk-ins are welcome. Call 4416653 or visit www.savannahyoga.com. Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. 912-232-2994. www. savannahyoga.com/

Moms in Motion

A pre and post-natal exercise program is offered

by St. Joseph’s/Candler Center for WellBeing.

The cost is $30 per month. Call 819-6463. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. 912-819-6000. www.sjchs.org/

Pilates Classes

are offered every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-7 p.m. at the St. Joseph’s/Candler Center for WellBeing. Pre-register by calling 819-6463.

Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. 912-8196000. www.sjchs.org/

Private Kung Fu Classes

offered at the Temple of Martial Arts, Savannah’sonly Wing Chun and Tai Chi Kung Fu School. SiFu Michael,429-9241, www.youtube. com “Kung Fu in Savannah” . The Temple of Martial Arts, 407 E Montgomery Cross Rd, Ste B.

Reiki Level II Training

Reiki can assist in healing the emotional, mental, physical and spiritual bodies, increase connection and awareness with the higher self and the universe. Classes are 1-6 pm at Southern Hemisphere, 41 Habersham St. $200.00. 2346371. Southern Hemisphere, 41 Habersham St.

Reiki Treatments

Reiki master Dante Santiago is trained in Usui Reiki Ryoho. Fifty-minute sessions are $60 and 50-minute in-studio sessions are $45. Call 6601863 for times and appointments.

Rolf Method Bodywork

for posture, chronic pain and alignment of body/mind/spirit. Jeannie Kelley, LMT, certified advanced Rolf practitioner. www.islandsomatherapy.com, 843-422-2900. Island Somatherapy, 127 Abercorn Street.

Salsa Classes

Learn Salsa “Rueda de Casino” style every Wednesday, from 6-7pm Beginner, 7-8pm Intermediate, at the Delaware Recreation Center, 1815 Lincoln St. Grace, 234-6183 or Juan, 330-5421. Delaware Recreation Center, 1815 Lincoln St.

Savannah Yoga Center

Located at 1321 Bull St. Call 441-6653 or visit www.savannahyoga.com for schedule of classes, times and fees. Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. 912-232-2994. www.savannahyoga.com/

Senior Power Hour

is a program for people over 55. Health and wellness professionals help reach fitness goals.

The program may include, but isn’t limited to, strength training, cardio for the heart, flexibility, balance, basic healthy nutrition and posture concerns. Call 898-7714.

Tai Chi Classes

St. Joseph’s/Candler Center for Wellbeing offers classes Mondays and Fridays from 10:30-11:30 a.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:306:30 p.m. Pre-register by calling 819-6463.

Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5354 Reynolds Ave. 912- 819-6000. www.sjchs.org

The Yoga Room

Visit www.thesavannahyogaroom.com or call 898-0361 for a schedule of classes, times and fees. Savannah Yoga Room, 115 Charlotte Dr. 912-898-0361. www.thesavannahyogaroom.com/

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ARIES

March 21-April 19) For a limited time only, you’re in a position to consciously choose your next problems. This is a tremendous opportunity that I hope you won’t allow to go to waste. By being proactive, you can ensure the arrival of fun and interesting dilemmas, thereby avoiding the frustrating and draining kind. In other words, Aries, if you go looking for provocative new challenges, the same old tired and trivial trouble won’t come looking for you. I suggest you begin the quest as soon as possible.

TAURUS

April 20-May 20) I know where actor Sean Penn lives. It’s a few miles from where I am right now. An out-of-town friend of mine who’s an aspiring screenwriter is pleading with me to drive by Sean’s house and hurl a hard copy of her latest script over the high wall that affords him and his family privacy. My friend imagines that Sean will find it, read it excitedly, and call her up to begin negotiating for rights to use it in a future film. I may do what she asks.

It’s my policy not to discourage people’s fantasies about making the connections they need, even if they’re far-fetched. In that spirit, Taurus, I urge you to pursue any hunches you might have about forging alliances that could further your dreams.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20) “Opportunities multiply as they are seized,” wrote Sun Tzu in The Art of War, an ancient Chinese book about success strategies to pursue in tough times. Now I’m conveying this idea to you, Gemini, as you enter one of the most opportunistic phases of your astrological cycle.

What else can you do to get yourself in the right groove? First, adopt a perceptive, receptive attitude that attunes you to budding possibilities. Next, respond expeditiously to every little invitation that appeals to you. Finally, keep in mind that luck tends to happen to those who have done the hard work to generate it.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22) If you ask young men what experiences have afforded them the most adventurous fun of their lives, a majority will talk about indoor activities. Some will say video games and others their sexual escapades.

Only a minority will describe farflung events in the great outdoors or exotic locales. What about you, Cancerian? Under what circumstances have your most amazing forays into the unknown unfolded?

Where have you been transformed in ways that helped you stretch to meet your destiny? I’d like to suggest that it’s time to go beyond those previous benchmarks.

You’re ready to transcend your personal limits as you wander into the frontier.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22) “Dear Rob: In my dream last night, I was playing with a lion in my garden. Suddenly it jumped up, put its paws on my shoulders, and got face-to-face with me. I realized it could either swallow my head or kiss me. I was excited by the possibility of the kiss and also scared because I sensed it wanted something from me but I didn’t know what. Can you offer any insight?

-Leo in Limbo.” Dear Leo: A lot of Leos are dealing with themes like this right now.

Here’s how I’d sum them up: The thing that’s most appealing to you happens to be wild. You need to exercise caution even as you go forward to engage with it more intimately. Just as you want something from it, it’s asking for something in return. You’ll have to know exactly what that is in order to protect yourself from its wildness.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22) In the course description for a fiction- writing class at Sarah Lawrence College, professor Mary LaChapelle encourages her students to practice the art of enchantment. “How do we avoid succumbing to safe and unoriginal decisions,” she asks, “and aim to recognize and trust our more mysterious and promising impulses?” This happens to be an excellent question for you to keep in mind right now, Virgo, whether you’re about to create something or are starting a new chapter in the epic story that is your life. (P.S. “If you cannot be a poet, be a poem,” advises actor David Carradine.)

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Evolution has given the human body a profound capacity to cure itself with its own resources, writes Roger Jahnke in his book The

Healer Within. And yet most of us neglect to call on this inner reserve of natural medicine, looking mostly to drugs and doctors for the miracles we long for. Whether or not you read Jahnke’s book, I hope you will deepen your relationship with your inner healer in the coming weeks. It’s prime time to take a more active role in shaping your well-being.

only in service to yourself but also on behalf of others who can’t be as composed as you are when things are broken. And I’m happy to inform you that the favors you’re doling out now will ultimately be returned in kind when you least expect it.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Founding Father Benjamin Franklin said that the U.S. Constitution “only gives people the right to pursue happiness. You have to catch it yourself.” That’s a good reminder for you, Scorpio, as you enter a phase when you’ll probably have more success than usual if you hunt for pleasure, joy, and bliss. I suggest that you draw up an appropriate strategy to employ during the coming weeks. Start by creating a list of at least three sources of delight with which you want to commune. Then write descriptions of how you’re going to increase and expand their presence in your life.

I feel much better. Today I underwent plastic surgery for the first time. An intervention specialist over at the Consumer Counseling Center removed 40 percent of my credit cards from my wallet. She then cut them in half and burned them, releasing fumes that sent me spiraling into an altered state of consciousness that revealed to me the steps I must take to upgrade my approach to money. In that state I was also able to have psychic visions about the nature of your financial karma. What I saw is that you too would benefit right now from expanding your mind and changing your habits in all matters related to earning, spending, and saving money.

SAGITTARIUS

PISCES

At the end of 2008 and the beginning of 2009, the value of petroleum rose 40 percent. But by mid-January it had plummeted precipitously, even losing 12 percent in one day. As a result, suppliers started withholding large reserves from the market.

For weeks, supertankers full of civilization’s most important fuel circled aimlessly offshore, refusing to unload their precious cargo until prices rebounded. I suggest you consider imitating their behavior, Sagittarius. Don’t make your best stuff fully available until your target audience is ready to reward you appropriately for its true worth.

It’s OK to tease, though -- or do anything ethical that will increase the demand for your services.

If a cow is given a name by her owner, she generates more milk than a cow that’s treated as an anonymous member of the herd.

That’s the conclusion of a study done by researchers at Newcastle University in the UK. “Placing more importance on knowing the individual animals and calling them by name,” said Dr. Catherine Douglas, “can significantly increase milk production.” Building on that principle, Pisces, I suggest that you give everything in your world names, including (but not limited to) houseplants, insects, cars, appliances, and trees. Of course this is always a good idea, because it enhances your connection with all of creation. But it’s an especially smart approach now, when getting more up-close and personal should be your specialty.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Even when you are not feeling your best, you try hard. You’re strong when things are broken. Where there is hurt, you rise up with surprising resilience to provide help and inspiration. If there are people who don’t know where they are or where they’re going, you are often a beacon of calm. Thank you, my beautiful friend. I applaud your urge to fight for justice not

(Feb. 19-March 20)

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Tybee Island Sunrise Boot Camp

is held Monday – Friday from 6-7am. Park at North Beach parking lot and go over first crossover. Bring a mat. Three days of strength training and two days of cardio. Vicki Lyn, 596-3009. No prices at this time, but contributions accepted.

North Beach, Tybee Island.

White Crane Qigong

Movements & postures for healing and energizing the mind & body, standing & walking meditations & healing sounds for Qi cultivation, balance, bone strength & calmness will be introduced, presented by Dr. Robin Murphy Feb. 21 & 22, 9:30am-5:30pm.$175. 352-0675, lotushealthinstitute.com. Through Feb. 26. Charles H. Morris Center, 10 East Broad Street. www. charleshmorriscenter.com

Wing Chun Kung Fu

Effective for everyone, regardless of size, strength or gender. Developed by women, for women, and geared for smaller or weaker individuals to enable themselves to defend against strong or aggressive attackers. Temple of Martial Arts, $75 a month for 12 sessions.

429-9241. youtube.com “Kung Fu in Savannah.”

The Temple of Martial Arts, 407 E Montgomery Cross Rd, Ste B.

Women on Weights

Spine & Sports Personal Training offers the Women on Weights (WOW) Program. The WOW Program is designed to meet the specific needs of women. It is a series of one hour training sessions led by a Certified Personal Trainer who develops different routines throughout the month.

The routines may include but are not limited to, Strength Training, Cardio Training for the Heart, Flexibility, Balance and Weight Management.

The group meets two times a week for one hour each session. For pricing call 898-7714.

Yoga at the Telfair!

will begin Jan. 17. Savannah Yoga Center director Kelley Boyd will guide the class through beginner and intermediate yoga positions while incorporating various aspects of the artwork on display. Bring a yoga mat and towel, and dress appropriately. Saturdays at 9:45am. Drop-ins welcome. $14 per session. 790-8823. will begin Jan. 17. Savannah Yoga Center director Kelley Boyd will guide the class through beginner and intermediate yoga positions while incorporating various aspects of the artwork on display. Bring a yoga mat and towel, and dress appropriately.

Saturdays at 9:45am. Drop-ins welcome. $14 per session. 790-8823. Jepson Center for the Arts, 207 York St. 912-790-8800. www.telfair.org/

Yoga In the Park

Presented by the Savannah Food Coop, a paywhat-you-can yoga class in the south field of Forsyth Park. Bring a large towel or yoga mat.

Wednesdays 9:30-10:45am. Pay-what-youcan/$12 suggested, www.savannahcoop.com.

Yoga Teacher Training Institute

A 200-hour Basic Yoga Teacher Training program is offered at Savannah Yoga Center. It meets Yoga Alliance standards, and graduates will receive a certificate and be eligible for certification by the alliance. The cost for the entire course is $1,500.

Call 441-6653 or visit www.savannahyoga.com.

Savannah Yoga Center, 1321 Bull St. 912-2322994. www.savannahyoga.com/

Yogalates Classes

are offered by St. Joseph’s/Candler Center 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. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. 912-819-6000. www.sjchs.org/

Zumba Fitness

Classes are being held every week in the Pooler and Rincon areas. Zumba is a fusion of Latin and international music, dance themes that create a dynamic, exciting and effective fitness system.

No dance partner is required. Participants of all ages and shapes are encouraged to attend. The

| Submit your event | email: happenings@connectsavannah.com | fax: (912) 231-9932 | 1800 E. Victory Dr., Suite 7, Savannah, GA 31404 cost is $7 per class. For location and info, contact Carmen at 484-1266 or calexe@comcast.net.

Gay & Lesbian First City Network Board Meeting

Meets the first Monday at 6:30 p.m. at FCN’s office, 307 E. Harris St., 2nd floor. 236-CITY or www.firstcitynetwork.org. First City Network, 307 E Harris St. 912-236-CITY. www.firstcitynetwork.net/

Gay AA Meeting

meets Sunday and Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at 311 E. Macon St. For information, contact Ken at 398-8969. Gay AA, 311 E. Macon St.

Georgia Equality Savannah

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

Savannah Pride, Inc.

meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at the FCN office located at 307 E. Harris St. Everyone is encouraged to attend, for without the GLBT community, there wouldn’t be a need for Pride. Call Patrick Mobley at 224-3238. First City Network, 307 E Harris St. 912-236-CITY. www.firstcitynetwork.net/

Stand Out Youth -- Savannah

A Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning youth organization. Meets every Friday at 7 p.m. at the FCN building located at 307 E. Harris St. Call 657-1966, email info@ standoutyouth.org or visit www.standoutyouth. org. First City Network, 307 E Harris St. 912236-CITY. www.firstcitynetwork.net/

What Makes A Family

is a children’s therapy group for children of GLBT parents. Groups range in age from 10 to 18 and are held twice a month. Call 352-2611.

Health Been There: Won That, Part II

Discussions of diet, life changes and personal inspirations that helped local people fight and win over cancer. Peter Brodhead, CN, of Brighter Day Health Foods, will speak about “Better Health & Nutrition with a Cancer Twist.” Feb. 24, 7-8:30pm. Carol Greenberg, 927-9922, MStararts@aol.com. Through Feb. 24. Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. 912-3558111. www.savj.org/

Better Breathers of Savannah

meets to discuss and share information on C.O.P.D. and how people live with the disease.

For info, call Dicky at 665-4488 or dickyt1954@ yahoo.com.

Community Cardiovascular Council, Inc.

Control your high blood pressure. Free blood pressure checks and information at the Community Cardiovascular Council at 1900 Abercorn St. Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

232-6624. Community Cardiovascular Council, 1900 Abercorn St.

Community HealthCare Center

is a non-profit organization that provides free medical care for uninsured individuals who work or live in Chatham County and do not qualify for Medicare or Medicaid. All patients receive free examinations, medicine through the patient assistance program and free lab work. Women receive free pap tests and mammograms.

Call 692-1451 to see if you qualify for services.

Located at 310 Eisenhower Dr., No. 5, Medical Center. Community Health Mission, Inc, 310 Eisenhower Dr., Suite 6.

E-Z Imagery Weight Loss

A holistic approach to weight loss, used by Tiger Woods, Matt Damon and Kevin Costner. Free introductory session. Michael J. 704-5902 or 354-6223.

Eating Disorders/Self Harm Support Group

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

Electronic Health Records Forum

A forum to educate consumers on electronic health records Feb. 23, 4:30pm. Free. Through Feb. 23. Department of Family and Children Services, 761 Wheaton St;.

Every Step Counts Survivor Walk

This monthly cancer survivors’ walk is free and open to all survivors and their loved ones. Call DeDe Cargill at 398-6654.

Finding Meaning in Death

Part 4 of a series on grief, presented by Dr. Owen Tucker, Grief Coordinator of Island Hospice.

Feb. 24, 7-8:30pm. Free, but RSVP is required.

355-8111. Through Feb. 24. Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. 912-355-8111. www. savj.org/

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. African-American Health Information & Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. 912-447-6605. www.sjchs.org/1844.cfm

Free hearing & speech screening

Every Thursday morning from 9-11 a.m. at the Savannah Speech and Hearing Center, 1206 E. 66th Street. Call 355-4601. Savannah Speech and Hearing Center, 1206 E 66th St. 912-3554601. www.savannahspeechandhearing.org/

Free Lecture on Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia

Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum will present “From Fatigued to Fantastic: Bring Back Your Vitality and Live Pain Free!” Sponsored by Brighter Day Natural Foods. Feb. 18, 7pm. Free. 236-4703.

Through Feb. 18. Charles H. Morris Center, 10 East Broad Street. www.charleshmorriscenter. com

Free Vision Screenings

are offered to the public Monday, Tuesday and Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Sam’s Club Optical-Savannah. No membership is required.

Call 352-2844. Sam’s Club Optical, 1975 E. Montgomery Cross Rd.

From Fatigued to Fantastic: Bring Back Your Vitality and Live Pain Free

A lecture on the causes and treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia will be presented by Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, courtesy of Brighter Day Natural Foods. Feb. 18, 7-9pm.

Free. 236-4703. Through Feb. 18. Charles H. Morris Center, 10 East Broad Street. www. charleshmorriscenter.com

Hearing Aid Funds Available for Infants and Children

The Coastal Health District’s Universal Newborn Hearing and Screening Initiative (UNHSI has funds available for the purchase of hearing aid devices for infants and children 3 and under who qualify and live in Bryan, Camden, Chatham, Effingham, Glynn, Liberty, Long and McIntosh Counties. For info, contact Jackie King at 6916882 or toll-free at 1-866-647-0010.

Help for Iraq War Veterans

A method used at Fort Campbell to treat lack of sleep, anger, flashbacks, nightmares and emotional numbness in veterans is available in Savannah. 927-3432.

HIV/AIDS and STD awareness training

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. My Brothaz H.O.M.E., 211 Price St. 912-231-8727. www.mybrothazhome. org/Welcome.html

Hypnobirthing Childbirth Classes

are being offered at the Family Health and Birth Center in Rincon. The group classes offer an opportunity for couples to learn the child birthing process together, while providing a very integral role to the companion participating. Classes provide specialized breathing and guided imagery techniques designed to reduce stress during labor. All types of births are welcome.

Classes run monthly, meeting Saturdays for three consecutive weeks. To register, call The Birth Connection at 843-683-8750 or e-mail Birththroughlove@yahoo.com. Family Health & Birth Center, 119 Chimney Rd. 912-826-4155. www.themidwifegroup.com/

HypnoBirthing Classes

Learn to birth in a calm and gentle environment without fear. Uses relaxation, meditation and guided imagery to achieve the birthing experience you desire. Tiffany, tiffany@savannahdoula. com.

Kidney/Pancreas Transplant Clinic

is offered by St. Joseph’s/Candler and Emory.

Patients can receive pre and post-operative care at the clinic rather than travel to Atlanta. Call Karen Traver, R.N. Transplant Coordinator, at 819-8350. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. 912-819-6000. www.sjchs.org/

La Leche League of Savannah

Mothers wishing to find out more about breastfeeding are invited to attend a meeting on the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm. La Leche League of Savannah is a breastfeeding support group for new and expectant mothers.

La Leche League Leaders of Savannah are also available by phone or email for anyone who needs more information. 897-9261, www.lllusa. org/web/SavannahGA.html. Family Health and Birth Center, 1692 Chatham Parkway.

Mammograms

St. Joseph’s/Candler will be performing mammograms to screen for breast cancer in its mobile screening unit Feb. 10 at Largo-Tibet Elementary School;Feb. 11 at the Bryan Counth Health Dept., Richmond Hill; and Feb. 17 at SJC Medical Group, Rincon. For appointments, call 819-6800. SJ/C accepts most insurance plans.

Financial assistance is available to women who qualify. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. 912819-6000. www.sjchs.org/

Man to Man Prostate Cancer Support Group

meets the second Wednesday of the month at 6pm on the 2nd floor of the Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion. 355-5196. Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave.

Meditation and Energy Flow Group

Meet with others who practice meditation or want to learn how, discuss techniques, & related areas of holistic health, healing, Reiki, Energy Medicine, CAM. Reduce stress, increase peace & health! www.ellenfarrell.com, http://meditation. meetup.com/490

Meditation for Relaxation and Stress Relief

Learn to relax through non-religious meditation.

Instruction and practice followed by Q&A. Thursdays, 6-7pm. $5. Small World Therapeutic Massage on Whitemarsh Island (next to Jalapeno’s).

897-7979. Small World Therapeutic Massage, 115 Charlotte Dr.

are offered free every Tuesday and Thursday from 7:30-9:30 a.m. at GenerationOne. 350-7587.

Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-350-8000. www. memorialhealth.com/

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 University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-350-8000. www. memorialhealth.com/

Narcotics Anonymous

When at the end of the road you find that you no longer can function with or without drugs, there’s a simple, spiritual, non-religious program known as Narcotics Anonymous. Call 238-5925 for the Savannah Lowcountry Area Narcotics Anonymous meeting schedule.

Planned Parenthood Hotline

First Line is a statewide hotline for women who want information on health services. Open every night from 7-11p.m. 1-800-264-7154.

Positive Healthy Appraches to Better Nutrition

Customized motivational programs that incorporate focus, fitness and enjoyment of food based on your individual vision for optimal health and wellness. www.phabnutrition.com.

Smoke Stoppers

St. Joseph’s/Candler group-facilitated smoking cessation program offers an intensive class in 7 sessions over 3 weeks featuring a wide range of proven-effective strategies to help smokers control their urges, manage nicotine withdrawal and stress and avoid weight gain. The cost is $100.

Call 819-6718. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. 912-819-6000. www.sjchs.org/

Stop Smoking Through Hypnosis

No pills, patches, gum, lasers, weight gain, withdrawal or side effects. 15 years expereince.

927-3432.

Stress Reduction

Individual introductory session to The Work of Byron Katie includes a short DVD, several handouts and trying these tools out. Introductory fee is $40. Contact Ursula Sterling at 598-2821 or sterlingu@bellsouth.net for an appointment.

Team Savannah Wellness

A group dedicated to imrpoving the quality of lives in the Five Pillars of Health: mind, body, family, society and finances. Meets every second and fourth Tuesday at 5:30pm in the meeting room of The Woods Complex on Hodgson Memorial Drive. 656-2952, www.chaienergy@ bellsouth.net. The Woods Complex, Hodgson Memorial Drive.

Team Savannah Wellness Expo

Discover steps to a healthier home Feb. 21, 10am-12:30pm. Free. 656-2952. Through Feb. 21. Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum, 175 Bourne Ave.

The Quit Line

a toll-free resource that provides counseling, screening, support and referral services for all Georgia residents 18 or older and concerned parents of adolescents who are using tobacco.

Call 1-877-270-STOP or visit www.unitegeorgia. com.

Weight Loss

Lose weight with Guided Imagery and Hypnosis.

No pills, diets or surgery. 927-3432.

Weight Loss Through Hypnosis

Take the stress out of weight loss. Studies have shown that people who use hypnosis lose 60 percent more weight than with any other method. For info, call 927-3432.

Nature and 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. Next workshop is Feb. 1, 2pm. at the Richmond Hill Historical Museum. Call 727-3177, visit www.

TheDolphinProject.org.or e-mail gadolphin@ comcast.net.

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Forestkeeper 1st Saturdays

Volunteers will help evaluate canopy trees in Chatham County. Feb. 7, 10am-noon and every first Saturday of the month. L. Scott Stell Community Park. Free. 233-TREE or www. savannahtreefoundation.com. L. Scott Stell Community Park, 195 L. Scott Stell Road.

Take a walk on the wild side

The Oatland Island Wildlife Center offers a 2-mile Native Animal Nature Trail that winds through maritime forest, freshwater wetland and salt marsh habitats, and features live native animal exhibits. Located 5 miles east of downtown off the Islands Expressway. Open daily from 10-4 except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years. Admission is $5 over 17, and $3 seniors/military/children ages 4-17. 898-3980, www.oatlandisland.org. Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd. 912-898-3980. 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. The center offers Beach Discovery and marsh walks.

Aquarium hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday through Monday, and from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesday. Admission is $4 for adults and $3 for children, ages 3-16. Senior, military and AAA discounts are available. Call 786-5917 or visit www.tybeemsc.org. Tybee Island Marine Science Center, 1510 Strand. 912-786-5917. www. tybeemsc.org/

Pets & Animals A Walk in the Park

Professional pet sitting, boarding, dog walking and house sitting services offered in downtown Savannah and the nearby islands. All jobs accepted are performed by the owner to ensure the safety of your pets. Trust your pets with someone who loves them as much as you do.

Local references available. Please call 401.2211 or email lesleycastle@gmail.com to make a reservation for your pet.

AASU Dog for Dogs Day

An obstacle course tournament with prizes, a silent auction and training clinics. Local vendors, adoption groups and organizations will be on hand. Will be held in a field off Arts Drive on campus. Feb. 21, noon to 3pm. Free and open to the public. aasubioclub@yahoo.com. Through Feb. 21. Armstrong Atlantic State University, 11935 Abercorn St. 912-927-5277. about.armstrong.edu/Maps/index.html

At Home Pet Sitters Professional Pet Sitting and Dog Walking

Insured, bonded, certified in pet first aid and CPR. 355-9656, www.athomepetsitters.net.

Dog Yoga

The Yoga Room will hold a dog yoga class every first Sunday of the month at 2 p.m. at Forsyth Park. The cost is a $10 donation, with all donations given to Save-A-Life. Bring a mat or blanket and a sense of humor. Yoga for dogs is a fun way to relax and bond with your four-legged pet. Great for all levels and all sizes. 898-0361 or www.thesavannahyogaroom.com. Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. 912-233-6800.

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1 Crow cry 4 Band that had Joey and Dee Dee 11 Coolers, briefly 14 Sleep unit?

15 Made a pig of oneself 16 2008 Benicio Del Toro title role 17 Wall St. figure 18 Org. of three European countries 19 Last letter of the Hebrew alphabet, similar to the letter T 20 Commercial for a movie about a boxing Aussie hopper?

22 Looseness 23 “___ found out...”

24 More spine-tingling 26 Pitcher Hideo 27 Part of a Bob Barker request 31 Take by force 32 CNN’s “Your Money” host Velshi 33 Fall apart 35 “Java, do your impression of skinny pundit Coulter” 38 Assistant in the Roman Catholic church 39 Dwindle 42 ___ nova 45 Satirist Freberg 46 Roll call misser 47 Some native Alaskans 49 Jennifer, in “Dreamgirls” 50 Singer Redding 51 Command for comedian Margaret to sort photocopies?

56 Gun, in some gangsta rap 57 “Once bitten, twice shy,” e.g.

58 Tube top 59 He was questioned by Homer about the theoretical product Skittlebrau 60 Reporter Rivera 61 U-turn from WSW 62 ___-IRA 63 Take the bait?

64 Landscaper’s need

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1 Russian royalty, pre-1917 2 Spray paint propellant 3 “Penny Arcade,” for instance 4 “Goodnight Oslo” rocker Hitchcock 5 Say for sure 6 “Tell ___ secrets...”

7 Hydrox rival, now that Hydrox is back on the market 8 Simba’s friend, in “The Lion King” 9 Chopin piece 10 1992 Madonna book released in Mylar 11 When Romeo kills Tybalt, in “Romeo and Juliet” 12 Venezuelan president Hugo 13 Like some thunderstorms 21 “Rock and Roll, Hoochie ___” (1974 hit) 22 Eco-friendly 25 Blog entry, maybe 27 Like some g sounds 28 They may be “not guilty” 29 On the ball 30 Part of Fred Flintstone’s yell 33 It sounds the same as B 34 Drudge 36 “Champagne Supernova” band 37 What teachers may comment on during the first day of school 40 Figure skater Brian 41 Did some censoring 42 Renewable fuel on some farms 43 Recorded 44 Get ready for a space flight, perhaps 46 Union inits.

48 “___ you!”

49 It gets bent frequently 52 Bar mitzvah dance 53 Track path 54 Hive space 55 Novus ___ seclorum (phrase on the back of a dollar bill) 57 Some AMPAS ratings

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Feral Cat Program Needs Supplies

The Milton Project is seeking supplies, including small spice containers (plastic only), mediumsized gloves, batteries and flashlights with hookon belt loops, hand-held can openers, puppy training pads, canned tuna and mackeral, KFC coupons specifically for chicken-only buckets, bath sheets and beach towels, blankets and buckets to hold supplies for trappers. Contact Sherry Montgomery at 351-4151 or sherry@ coastalpetrescue.org.

Feral Cat Trap Loan Program

The Milton Project is starting this program so that feral cats can be spayed or neutered. The deposit for the trap is $25 and is refunded at the time of return if the trap is cleaned and in good working condition. If the trap is damaged, replacement value is $65. The traps will be loaned out for 1 week at a time. Traps cannot be used for capturing feral cats for Animal Control or any other entity that may destroy them. Persons using the traps are responsible for the spay/neuter costs. Call 351-4151 or email traploan@ coastalpetrescue.org.

Low-cost Spay Neuter Clinic

with free transport. Vaccines are available. Service is provided 11 counties in Georgia, including Chatham and Effingham, and South Carolina.

Call the Spay/Neuter Alliance and Clinic at 843645-2500 or visit www.snac1.com. Spay/Neuter Alliance & Clinic, 21 Getsinger Street. 843-6452509. www.snac1.com/

Pet Adoption

Eight animal rescue organizations will participate Feb. 21, 10am-2pm. There also will be microchip and rabies clinics. Through Feb. 21. J. F. Gregory Park, Richmond Hill.

Rabies Clinic

The Savannah ]Chatham Metropolitan Police Department Animal Control Unit will hold a rabies clinic Feb. 21, 9am-5pm. Fee is $6. Through Feb. 21. Chatham County Animal Shelter, 7215 Sallie Mood Dr.

Recycle, Reduce and Reuse for Coastal Pet Rescue

Coastal Pet Rescue is asking area businesses to collect ink and toner cartridges at their offices.

This fund-raiser will help with regular vet care for rescued pets. Contact Christy at 354-3021 or ecycle@coastalpetrescue.org to arrange for cartridge pickup.

Savannah Kennel Club

The club meets monthly on the fourth Monday at 7 p.m. from September through May at Fire Mountain restaurant on Stephenson Avenue.

Those who wish to eat before the meeting are encouraged to come earlier. Call 656-2410 or visit www.savannahkennelclub.org. Fire Mountain, 209 Stephenson Ave.

St. Almo

The name stands for Savannah True Animal Lovers Meeting Others. Informal dog walks are held Sundays (weather permitting). Meet at 5 p.m. at Canine Palace, 618 Abercorn St. Time changes with season. Call for time change. Call 234-3336.

Canine Palace Inc, 618 Abercorn St. 912-2343336. www.caninepalacesavannah.com

Readings & Signings Circle of Sister/Brotherhood Book Club

meets the last Sunday at 4 p.m. at the AfricanAmerican Health Information & Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. Call 447-6605. African-American Health Information & Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. 912-447-6605. www. sjchs.org/1844.cfm

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. 232-5488 or 652-3660. Ola Wyeth Branch Library, 4 E Bay St. 912-232-5488. www. liveoakpl.org/

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Religious & Spiritual Ash Wednesday Services

Feb. 25, 5:30pm, followed by a service of prayer.

Pastor Eric Beene, 927-1731. Through Feb. 25.

White Bluff Presbyterian Church, 10710 White Bluff Rd. 927-1731. whitebluffpc@bellsouth.net

Calling All Christians

Open prayer will be held the second Thursday of the month from 4-4:20 p.m. at the Forsyth Park fountain. Call Suzanne at 232-3830. Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. 912-233-6800.

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, located on Johnson Square. Christ Church, 28 Bull St. 232-4131.

Christian Businessmen’s Committee

meets for a prayer breakfast every Tuesday at 6:30 a.m. at Piccadilly Cafeteria in the Oglethorpe Mall, 7804 Abercorn St. Call 898-3477.

Oglethorpe Mall, 7804 Abercorn Ext. 912-3547038. www.oglethorpemall.com/

DrUUming Circle

is held the first Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah on Troup Square at Habersham and Macon streets.

Drummers, dancers and the drum-curious are welcome. Call 234-0980 or visit uusavannah.org.

Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 313 Harris St. 912-234-0980. www.uusavannah.org

Introduction to (Vipassana) Mindfulness Meditation

An ongoing class for beginners and experienced practitioners that offers a weekly interactive talk on the foundations of the practice of Mindfulness Meditation, followed by a period of meditation.

Mondays 6-7:30pm. 307 E. Harris St. Drop-ins, $14, 8-week package $80. Rev. Fugon Cindy Beach. 429-7265 or cindy@alwaysoptions.com.

Mindfulness Meditation, 307 E. Harris St.

Live Web-streaming

Attend church from home Sundays at 9 and 11am with Pastor Ricky Temple and Overcoming

by Faith Ministries. Log onto www.overcomingbyfaith.org, click ‘Watch Now’. 927-8601.

Overcoming by Faith Ministries, 9700 Middleground Rd.

Meditation and Energy Flow Meetup Group

First meeting Jan. 6 at 1 p.m. Meets once a month. Meet others to practice meditation and discuss spirituality, metaphysics and related topics of Reiki, energy work, etc. www.ellenfarrell.com or 247-4263.

Meditation Group

Meets Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Feb. 10March 20, noon-12:30pm. Free, 224-2120, uusavannah.org. Through March 20. Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 313 Harris St. 912-234-0980. www.uusavannah.org

Meditators Unite!

Beginner o advanced meditators unite to practice meditation and discuss metaphysics, holistic approach to healing, Reiki, Chakras, energy work and Spirit Connection. www.meditation. meetup.com/490.

Metaphysics For Everyday Self-Mastery

Moon River Spiritual Academy

Square, Bull & Abercorn Sts.

Music Ministry for Children & Youth

Located at 307 E. Harris St. Soto Zen Meditation offered weekday mornings 7:30-8:30am; Tuesday evenings 6-6:30pm with Study Group following from 6:30-7:30pm; Friday evenings from 6-6:30pm. Sundays from 9-10:30am which includes a Dharma talk. Donations accepted.

Rev. Fugon Cindy Beach, 429-7265, cindy@ alwaysoptions.com. The Savannah Zen Center, 307 E. Harris St.

A spiritual retreat led by Dr. Marva Dawn Feb. 20 6-8:30pm and Feb. 21 9am-2:30pm. Must preregister. $25 includes lunch. 232-0191, www. wesleymonumental.org. Through Feb. 20. Wesley Gardens, Burnside Island. at White Bluff United Methodist Church is now known as Pneuma, the Greek work for breath.

“Every breath we take is the breath of God.” The children’s choir for 3 years through second grade will be known as Joyful Noise and the youth choir grades 3-5 will be known as Youth Praise. Joyful Noise will meet Sundays from 4-5 p.m. and Youth Praise will meet Sundays from 5-6 p.m. Call Ronn Alford at 925-9524 or visit www.wbumc.org. White Bluff United Methodist Church, 11911 White Bluff Rd. 912-925-5924. www.wbumc.org/

Nicodemus by Night

An open forum is held every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at 223 E. Gwinnett St. Nicodemus by Night, 223 E. Gwinnett St.

Noonday Downtown Bible Study

with Pastor Ricky Temple every Wednesday at noon. Free lunch provided. 927-8601, www. overcomingbyfaith.org. 927-8601 , Through May 27. Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull Street. 912-2337764. www.savannahtheatre.com

Timeline: Past, Present & Future

A black history musical play. Feb. 22, 6:30pm.

Free. 351-0423 , www.jbc-paw.org. Through Feb. 22. Jonesvillle Baptist Church of the P.A.W., Inc., 5201 Montgomery St.

Unitarian Universalist Beloved Community Church

Services begin Sunday at 11 a.m. at 707 Harmon St. Coffee and discussion follow each service.

Religious education for grades 1-8 is offered. For information, call 233-6284 or 786-6075, e-mail UUBC2@aol.com. Celebrating diversity. Working for justice. Unitarian Universalist Beloved Community Church, 707 Harmon St.

Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah

with Satish Nair Feb. 21-22. $350. 678.558.5776 Satish, 678.558.0715, gentleawakening@bellsouth.net. Through Feb. 20. Integrative Medicine, 355 Eisenhower Dr.

Liberal religious community where different people with different beliefs gather as one faith. Sunday, 11 am, Troup Square Sanctuary.

234-0980, admin@uusavannah.org or www. uusavannah.org. Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 313 Harris St. 912-234-0980. www. uusavannah.org

Learn a technique through hands-on practice that you can apply to relationships, productivity, prosperity, health, grief and more. Saturday April 4, 9am–4pm and Sunday April 5, 9am–10:30am and 1:15pm–5pm at Unity of Savannah, 2320 Sunset Blvd. $350 or $250 with “bring a buddy” discount. 355-4704, www.unitysavannah.org, http://home.hiwaay.net/~north/ or Marguerite Berrigan at 247-6484. Through April 4. Unity Church of Savannah, 2320 Sunset Blvd. 912-3554704. www.unityofsavannah.org/

An opportunity to meet with men and as a group explore men’s spirituality while offering social support in a safe atmosphere. Meets weekly to discuss a predetermined topic. Also plans outside activities or participates in activities as a group. Refreshments or dinner is served at each meeting. Visit http://men.meetup.com/46/ or contact Mike Freeman at 441-0328 or Dicky Trotter at 665-4488. Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 313 Harris St. 912-234-0980. www. uusavannah.org

Quakers (Religious Society of Friends) meet Sundays, 11 a.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 W. President St., Savannah. Call Janet Pence at 247-4903. Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 West President St. 912-233-4766. www.trinitychurch1848.org/

A church of unconditional love and acceptance.

Sunday service is at 11 a.m. Youth church and childcare also are at 11 a.m. 2320 Sunset Blvd.

Spiritual Tapas offers something different every Saturday at 6:15 p.m.: spiritual movies, discussion groups, guided meditations, great music and all things metaphysical. www.unitysavannah.org Unity Church of Savannah, 2320 Sunset Blvd. 912-355-4704. www.unityofsavannah.org/

Pranic Healing: Level 1 Weekend Training

Psych-K Workshop

Quakers (Religious Society of Friends)

Realizing The God Within

A series of Metaphysical/New Thought classes presented by The Freedom Path Science of Life Center, featuring metaphysical minister and local author Adeeb Shabazz. Mondays at 8pm.

Suggested donation $10. The Freedom Path Science of Life Center, 619 W 37th St. 877-4948629. www.freedompathonline.org

Recruiting Church Launch Team

If you are interested in becoming part of an innovative multi-cultural church startup in West Chatham, contact Steve at 748-6439 or see www. ekklesiasavannah.org. .

Seek with your Own Eyes

Unitarian Universalist Men’s Group

Unity of Savannah

Wicca 101

An introductory class every Thurday at 7pm at Southern Hemisphere Metaphysical Books, Gifts & More, 41 Habersham St. $15. 234-6371.

Southern Hemisphere, 41 Habersham St.

Women’s Bible Study

at the Women’s Center of Wesley Community Centers. Call 447-5711 or Wesley Community Center, 1601 Drayton St. 912-232-0965. www. wesleyctrs-savh.org/

Help in matters of money, love, health and life.

604-5639 or caraleri5@gmail.com.

Sports & Games

SGI-USA is an American Buddhist movement for world peace that practices Nichiren Buddhism by chanting NAM MYOHO RENGE KYO. For information, call SGI-USA at 232-9121.

Lessons and games every Saturday, 10am in Bluffton, SC. Horses and all equipment provided. $75. Bryce Gill, 843-442-7963.

A series of metaphysical/New Thought classes at The Freedom Path Science of Life Center, 619 W 37th St., Mondays 8pm, with Adeeb Shabazz. $10 suggested donation, 1-877-494-8629, www. freedompathonline.org, freedompath@yshoo. com. The Freedom Path Science of Life Center, 619 W 37th St.

Soka Gakkai of America (SGI-USA)

Midweek Bible Study is offered every Wednesday at noon at Montgomery Presbyterian Church.

Bring your lunch and your Bible. 352-4400 or mpcsavannah.com. Montgomery Presbyterian Church, 10192 Ferguson Avenue. 912-352-4400. www.montgomerypresbyterian.com/

Stand for Peace

Midweek Bible Study

The Savannah Zen Center

Spiritual Coaching

Offers a spiritual solution to any problem. Tony, 655-4591.

A sllent witness for peace that will be held in Johnson Square the fourth Sunday of every month from 1-2pm until the occupation ends.

Sponsored by the Unitarian Universalist Social Justice and Action Committee. 224-7456, 231-2252, 234-0980, uusavannah.org Johnson

Lowcountry Arena Polo

Port Wentworth Baseball/Softball/T-ball

Registration at City Hall. $20 for one child and $30 for two or more in the same family. Coaches are needed. Pat Foran, 966-7428. Through Feb. 28. Port Wentworth City Hall, 305 Coastal Highway South.

Savannah Disc Golf Club

holds an Open Doubles Tournament at 1 p.m. each Saturday at Tom Triplett Park on U.S. 80 between Dean Forest Road and Interstate 95.

New players a Tom Triplett Community Park, U.S. Highway 80 West. 912-652-6780.

Abstinence Program

Hope House of Savannah provides support for students between the ages of 13 to 19. Snacks and transportation provided. Call 236-5310.

Hope House of Savannah, 214 E. 34th St.

ADD and Behavior Support Group

meets the third Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Mindspring Center in the Ranicki Chiropractic Complex, 1147 W. Highway 80 in Pooler. RSVP is requested. Call 748-6463 or frontdesk@mindspringcenter.com. Ranicki Chiropractic Complex, 1147 W. Highway 80.

Al Anon Family Groups

A fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics meets Monday at 12:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., Wednesday at 1:30 p.m., Thursday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 8 p.m. at 1501 Eisenhower Dr. and Tuesday at 8 p.m. at Goodwill on Sallie Mood Drive. Call 598-9860 or visit http://al_anon_savannah.freeservers.com. Goodwill Industries, 7220 Sallie Mood Dr.

Al-Anon Meetings

Meetings for families and friends of alcoholics are held every Monday at 5:30pm and Saturday at 11am. Melissa, 844-4524. First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave. 912-354-7615. www.fpc.presbychurch.net

Alcoholics Anonymous

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

Alzheimer’s Association Support Group

meets every second Monday at 10am at the Wilmington Island United Methodist Church, 195 Wilmington Island Rd. Call Tara Redd and Lauren Dutko at 631-0675. Wilmington Island United Methodist Church, 195 Wilmington Island Rd.

Alzheimer’s Caregiver’s Support Group

The group is for caregivers, family members and friends of persons affected by Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementia-causing illnesses and meets the first Monday of each month from 10:30 a.m. to noon in Room 111 of the Skidaway Island Methodist Church, 54 Diamond Causeway.

Visit www.alzga.org or call 920-2231. Skidaway United Methodist Church, 54 Diamond Causeway. 912) 598-8460. www.siumc.org/

Amputee Support Group

Open to all patients who have had a limb amputated and their families or caregivers. Call 355-7778 or 353-9635.

Backus Children’s Hospital Support Group for Parents

who have a seriously ill child receiving treatment on an inpatient or outpatient basis. A case manager facilitates the meetings, and a child life specialist provides an arts and crafts activity Meets once a week. Call Donna at 3505616. Backus Children’s Hospital, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-350-1KID. www.memorialhealth. com/backus

Backus Children’s Hospital Support Group for Parents of Children with Bleeding Disorders meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at Memorial Health. Call Mary Lou Cygan at 350-7285. Backus Children’s Hospital, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-350-1KID. www.memorialhealth.com/backus

Bariatric Surgery Post-Operative Band Support Group

Call 350-3438 or visit bariatrics.memorialhealth. com. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-350-8000. www. memorialhealth.com/

Bariatric/Gastric Bypass Support Group

for past and potential obesity surgery patients and their families. For information, call Cheryl Brown at 350-3644. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-3508000. www.memorialhealth.com/

Better Breathers support group

meets to discuss and share information on C.O.P.D. and how people live with this disease.

Contact Dicky at 665-4488 or dickyt1954@yahoo. com.

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.

Cancer support group

meets every third Tuesday of the month from 6-7 p.m. at the Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion on Reynolds Street across from Candler Hospital. The group is open to anyone who is living with, through or beyond a diagnosis of cancer. Call 819-3360. Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave.

Caring for Us

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

CASA Support Group

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

Youth Futures Family Resource Center, 705 Anderson St.

Celiac Support Group

for anyone with celiac disease who is allergic to products containing gluten, their family or friends. For information, call 507-2592.

Children’s Grief Groups

Open, drop-in support groups for children ages 6-17 who have experienced a loss by death.

Meets Tuesdays 6-7pm at Full Circle, a Center for Education and Grief Support, 7212 Seawright Dr. 303-9442. Full Circle Center for Education and Grief Support, 7212 Seawright Dr.

Citizens With Retarded Citizens

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

early, as the entry doors are locked promptly at 5:30 p.m. For information, e-mail DAsavannah@ yahoo.com. Trinity United Methodist Church, 225 West President St. 912-233-4766. www. trinitychurch1848.org/

Depressive/Manic support group

Open to persons diagnosed with depression.

Meetings are held in classroom B in the Surgery Center Building of Memorial Hospital every Tuesday at 7 p.m. 920-0153 or 927-2064. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-350-8000. www.memorialhealth.com/

Diabetes support group

meets the third Thursday at 6 p.m. at Memorial Health in Conference Room A. Call Robin at 350-3843. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-350-8000. www.memorialhealth.com/ for men and women dealing with the pain and shock of divorce. For more information or to sign up, call Paula Morris,353-2808. First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave. 912-354-7615. www.fpc.presbychurch.net

Domestic violence community support group

SAFE Shelter provides a domestic violence support group every Thursday from noon to 1 p.m. at the Senior Citizens Building at 325 Bull St. Call Brenda Edwards, 629-8888. Senior Citizens Inc., 3025 Bull St. The Georgia Human Resources Department and Georgia Coalition on Family Violence, have a new number, 24 hours a day. 1-800-33-HAVEN.

Eating Disorders/Self Harm Support

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

Fecal Urinary Diversion Support Group

The group is for patients who have had a colostomy, deostomy, urostomy (ileoconduit) and continent fecal or urinary diversion surgery. Call 819-3466.

Fibromyalgia support group

meets the second Thursday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Conference Room 2, Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5356 Reynolds St.. 819-6743. Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5354 Reynolds Ave. 912- 819-6000. www.sjchs.org

First Line

Divorce Recovery Group

Domestic Violence Hotline

Group

is an after-hours referral and information line to talk confidentially about birth control, sexually transmitted diseases and pregnancy options. A free service from Planned Parenthood, available nightly from 7 to 11 p.m. at 1-800-264-7154.

Gray Matters Brain Injury Support Group

is for trauamtic brain injury survivors and their caregivers. It meets the third Thursday at 5 p.m. in the gym at The Rehabilitation Institute at Memorial University Medical Center. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-350-8000. www.memorialhealth. com/

Grief 101

A 7-week educational group offering support and coping tools for adults who have experienced a loss by death. Meets Tuesdays 6-7pm at Full Circle, a Center for Education and Grief Support, 7212 Seawright Dr. RSVP to 303-9442. Full Circle Center for Education and Grief Support,

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Coastal Empire Polio Survivors Association

meets the fourth Saturday of the month at 10:30 a.m. at the Candler Heart and Lung Building, second floor, Room 2. Call 355-1221 or visit www.coastalempirepoliosurvivors.org. Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5354 Reynolds Ave. 912- 819-6000. www.sjchs.org

Compassionate Friends Support Group

offers friendship and understanding to bereaved parents. It meets the first Thursday of the month from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Candler Heart & Lung Building, Conference Room 2, 5356 Reynolds St. 925-5195. Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5354 Reynolds Ave. 912- 819-6000. www.sjchs. org

Couples Struggling with Fertility Challenges

meets every Saturday at 6:45 p.m. at Savannah Christian Church, Room 250. This is a group for couples struggling with primary or secondary infertility, whether they have been on this journey for one year or many years. Call Kelly at 596-0852 or email emptycradle_savannah@ hotmail.com. Savannah Christian Church, 55 Al Henderson B;vd.

30 of Savannah’s hottest women Killer sound system Tons of Tvs No cover before 7pm Savannah’s only adult entertainment venue open on Sundays

Voted Best Adult entertAinment!

Turn right @ the Great Dane statue on Bay St. We’re on the left just past the curve!

Debtors Anonymous

meets Mondays at 5:30 p.m. at Trinity Church, 225 W. President St. in the third floor New Beginnings Room. Enter on President Street through the left-hand set of glass doors between Whitaker and Barnard streets. Arrive

233-6930 • 12 N. Lathrop Ave. Savannah MoN-SAt 11AM-3AM • SuNdAyS 5pM-2AM

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7212 Seawright Dr.

HIV/AIDS:living with HIV/AIDS? My Brothaz Home

is a support group for men meets every Thursday of the month. Come on out and meet other brothaz. 231-8727.

Hope House

provides housing and support services such as life skills, resources and referrals, follow-up care and parent-child activities funded by DHR Promoting Safe and Stable Families. Please call 236-5310 for information. Hope House of Savannah, 214 E. 34th St.

Huntington Disease Support Group

meets the last Tuesday at 6 p.m. in the Heart and Lung Building at Candler Hospital, second floor, Room 2. Call Sandra at 964-0455. Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5354 Reynolds Ave. 912- 819-6000. www.sjchs.org

Journey Through Journaling

for peopl4 whose lives have been touched by cnacer. Jennifer Currin, 350-7845. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-350-8000. www.memorialhealth. com/

Keeping hope alive while living with cancer

meets the fourth Monday from 4:30-5:30 p.m. in the Women’s Services Conference Room at the Center for Advanced Medicine at Memorial Health. Call 350-7845. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue.

912-350-8000. www.memorialhealth.com/

KidsNet Savannah Parent Support Group

meets on the first Thursday of the month at 4:30 p.m. at the Department of Juvenile Justice Multi-Purpose Center, 1149 Cornell Ave. Call Carole Kaczorowski at 598-7001, Lorr Elias at 351-6375 or Bruce Elias at 644-5916. Department of Juvenile Justice Multi-Purpose Center, 1149 Cornell Ave.

Koolostomy Accessories

is a support group open to anyone who has an ostomy and their loved ones. Call Jennifer Currin at 350-7845. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-3508000. www.memorialhealth.com/

Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma Support Group

For patients with blood-related cancers and their loved ones. Call Jennifer Currin, 350-7845.

Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-350-8000. www. memorialhealth.com/

Living without Violence

The SAFE Shelter offers free drop-in counseling to anyone who is in an abusive relationship.

Meets every Thursday from 7-8:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Education Building at Whitaker & McDonough St. 234-9999. First Baptist Church of Savannah, 223 Bull St.

| Submit your event | email: happenings@connectsavannah.com | fax: (912) 231-9932 | 1800 E. Victory Dr., Suite 7, Savannah, GA 31404 Memorial Health Cancer Challenges Support Group Call Jennifer Currin at 350-7845.

Memorial Health Diabetes Support Group

meets the third Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Error Prevention Conference Room. A variety of guests discuss ways to improve health. Call Glenda at 350-3690. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-350-8000. www.memorialhealth.com/

Memorial Health POPPS! Group

for children with cancer and their parents and caregivers. Call Donna at 350-5616. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-350-8000. www.memorialhealth. com/

Memorial Health PRIDE Bleeding Disorders Support Group

Call Mary Lou Cygan at 350-7285. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-350-8000. www.memorialhealth. com/

Memorial Health SET Focus

SET Focus is a program to encourage Sickle Cell patients ages 11 to 18 and their parents and caregivers to learn more about Sickle Cell disease. For information, call Saundra at 350-3396. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-350-8000. www.memorialhealth.com/

Mommy and Me: Life With Your Little One

is a support group that meets the first Thursday of the month from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Candler Professional Building, Room 508A, 5354 Reynolds St. Call 819-6171 for information. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. 912-819-6000. www. sjchs.org/

Multiple Sclerosis support group

Call 653-5878. discusses topics that are relevant to anyone with a debilitating disease every fourth Thursday at 3:30 p.m. at St. James Catholic Church, 8412 Whitfield Ave. at Montgomery Cross Roads. 355-1523. St James Catholic Church, 8412 Whitfield Ave. 912-355-1523.

Muscular Dystrophy support group

meets Jan. 28, April 19, July 19 and Oct. 18 from noon to 1 p.m. in Conference Room 2, Candler Heart & Lung Building, 5356 Reynolds St. 3549576. Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5354 Reynolds Ave. 912- 819-6000. www.sjchs.org

National Alliance for the Mentally Ill

meets the third Sunday from 3:30-6 p.m. at the Armstrong Atlantic State University Sports Education Building, Room 226. 351-7035 or 3537143. Armstrong Atlantic State University, 11935 Abercorn St. 912-927-5277. about.armstrong. edu/Maps/index.html

Overcoming the Stigma of Seizure Disorders

meets the fourth Thursday at the Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church at Abercorn and Gordon streets. A free story/coloring book, I’m Feeling Just Ducky!, is available for children to better explain seizure activity.. Call Pam Steadman at 233-1006. Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church, 429 Abercorn St. 912232-0191. www.wesleymonumental.org/

Overeaters Anonymous

meets 3 nights a week. Visit www.oa.org for current meeting schdule. 704-8626. Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. 912-819-6000. www.sjchs.org/ meets Wednesdays at 5:30pm.

Melissa, 844-4524. First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave. 912-354-7615. www.fpc. presbychurch.net meets Fridays, 6:30pm. Melissa, 844-4524. Unity Church of Savannah, 2320 Sunset Blvd. 912-355-4704. www.unityofsavannah.org/

Pancreatic Cancer Support Group

Call Jennifer Currin at 350-7845. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-350-8000. www.memorialhealth. com/

PRIDE Support Group

This is a support group for parents of children with bleeding disorders. Call Mary Lou Cygan at 350-7285. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-350-8000. www.memorialhealth.com/

Rape Crisis Center

assists survivors of rape and sexual assault.

The Rape Crisis Line is active 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 233-7273. The center offers free, confidential counseling for victims and their families. Call 233-RAPE.

Rape Crisis Center Incest Survivor’s Group

As part of its ongoing work with incest survivors, the Rape Crisis Center has built a cinder-block wall where incest survivors can throw plates as an anger management technique. In order to continue, donations of china are needed. Call 233-3000 to make a donation.

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Support Group

The group welcomes anyone suffering with this disorder, and family members or caregivers interested in learning more about it. For information, call Martyn Hills at 651-4094.

S-Anon Family Group

is a fellowship for families and friends of sexaholics. For information, call 663-2565.

Safe Shelter Outreach Program

Providing services for survivors of domestic violence. All services are confidential and free.

3025 Bull St. 651-0004. Safe Shelter Outreach Program, 3025 Bull St.

Lowcountry Huntington’s Disease Group

Call 748-8808 or visit www.LowcountryHD.com.

Lung Cancer Support Group

Lung Cancer Support Group is for families who are going through lung cancer treatment and survivors of lung cancer. It meets the fourth Thursday of the month at the Lewis Research Center Pavilion from 5-6 p.m. Call Kay Denham at 651-5712.. Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave.

Lupus Encouragement Group

A support group that is open to patients with lupus, their family members and friends. 4476605.

Man to Man Prostate Cancer Support Group

meets the second Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m. on the second floor of the Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion. 355-5196. Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave.

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Sarcoidosis support group

meets quarterly, March 24, June 16, September 15 and December 15, Noon, Conference Room 2, Candler Heart & Lung Bldg. 5356 Reynolds St. 692-2032. Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5354 Reynolds Ave. 912- 819-6000. www.sjchs. org

Savannah Chatham Truancy Intervention Project

meets the fourth Thursday of each month from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at 428 Bull St. in the United Way Building. The project can educate you regarding the new truancy law and how it impacts your child. United Way of Coastal Empire, 428 Bull St. 912-651-7700. www.uwce.org/

Savannah Weight Loss and Healthy Eating Group Meet with local people who are interested in weight loss and management. Gather to share tips, recipes and keep each other motivated.

Group meets two times a month at a restaurant for a healthy lunch or dinner. Local weight loss experts come in and speak from time to time.

Call 404-567-5733 or e-mail ajaxacq@yahoo. com.

Senior Citizen’s Inc. Alzheimer’s Support Group

This monthly support group is for families of persons suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia and is held the second Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at Ruth Byck Adult Day Care facility, 64 Jasper St. Call ahead to reserve a seat. Call Stacey Floyd at 236-0363. Ruth Byck Adult Day Care Center, 3025 Bull St. 912-2360363.

Sexaholics Anonymous

is a fellowship of men and women whose purpose is to help those with sexual addictions.

351-7440.

Smoking Cessation Support Group

is open to anyone who has stopped smoking and needs additional support or to those who are considering trying to stop smoking. Call 8198032 or 819-3361.

Spinal Injury Support Group

meets every third Thursday of the month at 5:30 p.m. at the Rehabilitation Institute at Memorial Health. For information, call Jami Murray at 350-8900. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue. 912-350-8000.

Spouse/Life Partner Grief Support

An open, drop-in support group for adults. Meets Thursdays from 11am-12:30pm at Full Circle, a Center for Education and Grief Support, 7212 Seawright Dr. 303-9442. Full Circle Center for Education and Grief Support, 7212 Seawright Dr.

St. Joseph’s/Candler Cancer Survivors Walking Group

will meet every Monday at 9 a.m., except holidays and if the weather permits, at the Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion. The walking group is open to anyone living with, through or beyond a cancer diagnosis and their support person or persons. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Call 819-5723. Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave.

St. Joseph’s/Candler Emory transplant support group

Every other month, Jan. 12, March 9, May 11, July 13, Sept. 14 and Nov. 9, in Conference Room 2, Candler Heart & Lung Building, 5356 Reynolds St. Call Karen at 819-8350. Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5354 Reynolds Ave.

Stroke Support Group

Groups meet in three locations -- every Tuesday from 12:30-3:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave.; every Friday from 10-11 a.m. at Savannah Speech and Hearing, 1206 E. 66th St., (call Jane Medoff at 355-4601); and every third Thursday of the month from 4-5:30 p.m. at Messiah Lutheran Church at 1 W. Ridge Rd. on Skidaway Island. Call Ann Farr at 598-1766 or Shirley Nack at 598-7047. First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave. 912354-7615. www.fpc.presbychurch.net cs

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1402-1/2 E. 42nd St. 3BR, 1BA, LR, furnished kitchen, fenced yard $700/month.

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6 Ole Oak Drive Wilmington Island 4BR, 3BA, LR/DR, Den, large fenced yard, furnished kitchen, w/d conn, 2MBR $1500/month.

11 Belladona Way 4BR, 2.5BA, LR/DR combo, large den, furnished eat-in kitcen, garage, fenced yard $1495/mo.

26 Full Sweep Dr. Georgetown, Gated: 3BR, 2BA, DR, LR, furnished eat-in kitchen, gated comm. w/pool & tennis $1395/month.

1107 Debbie St. Whitemarsh Island 3BR, 1BA, LR/DR combo, eatin kitchen, garage & workshop $900/month.

2330 Camellia Ct. 3BR, 1BA, LR/DR combo, furnished kitchen, CHA, w/d conn, gas heat $795/month.

210 Forest Ridge Dr. 2BR, 2BA, LR, furnished eat-in kitchen, garage, W/D conn, CH/A $790/month.

2216 Capital St. 2BR, 1BA, furnished kitchen, LR, large den, laundry room, workshop $725/month.

1605 Grove St. 2BR, 1BA, LR, DR, furnished kitchen, CH&A, washer/dryer connection $575/month.

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COASTAL PLACE @ Tibet. 2BR/2BA Apt. Eatin kitchen, large LR w/wetbar, washer/dryer connections, 6 closets, all electric. $725/month.

655-4303.

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2BR/2BA for rent. $1600/month plus deposit. One year lease.

Located across from CVS. Call 912-220-4255

DUPLEX: 2BR/1BA, near Skidaway Island, very clean, great location. Total-electric, CH&A, W/D, $675/month plus deposit. No pets; Credit check.

912-355-1868

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COUNTRY LIVING sits on 3 acres and is minutes from I-16, 204 and hwy.

17. Central heat/air, total electric, newly renovated, tiled bathroom & kitchen floors, wood living room floors, working fireplace, washer/dryer, water & garbage pickup provided. $650/Rent, $400/Deposit. Credit report, police report & verifiable lease application req u i re d. call 912-232-4743

EAST 38TH STREET

Nice one bedroom furnished efficiency apt.

Utilities included, cable, central air and heat, full size refrigerator, private bath, very secure. $160/week. No Pets. Call 507-4595, 695-7889, or 355-2831

EFFICIENCY APARTMENT: LR & kitchen combo, separate bedroom & bath. Stove & refrigerator, AC/heat window unit. $300/month plus deposit. 912-398-5637 or 912-232-4906

Efficiency Apt. $180/week No Dep. Required

No tax or deposit required. $180 Total Moves you in! Efficiency Apt, furnished, cable & HBO included. Call 912-695-7889, 912-507-4595 or 912-355-2831.

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FOR RENT: 817 Googe Street.

3BR/2BA, $800/month, $800/deposit. Call 912-507-2306

For Rent Renovated 3br/1bath w/d connection/fenced yard. On bus line. Sec 8 accepted.Central H/A

898-4135

ONE BEDROOM, ONE BATH Apt. Convenient location, 2017 East 38th Street, Apt-A. $550/month, deposit required.

No pets.

352-4391 or 658-4559

Very inexpensive; free wireless internet. Near Forsyth Park .

912-247-0255

HOUSE FOR RENT. Available Now. 2 Bd/1Ba House in Rincon on Eben e ze r C re e k . $650/month, $650 Dep, W/D Included. Call 912-772-4281

ONE & TWO BEDROOM APTS at 1006 East 34th Street. New kitchen, hardwood floors, HVAC, washer/dryer included.

Call 706-338-9611.

LARGE STUDIOS, recently refurbished, $179/weekly. Includes 50+ channels of cable TV plus HBO, wireless broadband internet access, all utilities, weekly room cleaning, fresh towels and trash pickup daily. On-site laundry facility, pool facility. Red Baron Lounge and Frog & Peach Restaurant, Evening room service. Airport location.

Call Sara, Quail Run Lodge, 912-964-1421.

On the Westside off Haslam. RENTAL SPECIAL: 3BR/1BA ceramic tile throughout, central heat/air, total electric.

Country setting, large fenced-in yard, washer/dryer connection, stove and refrigerator included. 1/2 off 1st month’s rent. Section 8 welcome. Call for more information, 272-6820 or 844-5996

MOBILE HOMES: Available for rent. Located in mobile home park.

Starting at $450 per month and up.

912-658-4462 or 925-1831.

MONTHLY SPECIALS

GEORGETOWN

5 Whittington Court.

3BR/2BA, Dining room, Living room. Close to Everything! $950/month, $900/deposit. 912-257-2227 GREAT DEAL: 2BR/1.5BA mobile home. Brand new stove, washer/dryer included, spacious fenced backyard, water/garbage included. $490/month plus $250/security deposit.

Contact Karen, 912-247-3906 or Summer, 661-947-4717.

GUYTON/EFFINGHAM

Spacious large house.

3BR/1.5BA, den, LR, central heat/air, laundry room, appliances, double garage, yard, shed. $750/rent + dep. Good neighborhood.

772-3583 or 658-6108.

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HOMES FOR RENT

One, Two & Three bedrooms available.

East & Westside. Furnished and unfurnished. Good neighborhoods. Reasonable prices. 912-659-8141.

One, two and three bedroom apt & houses, located throughout Savannah. Monthly special.

Section 8 welcome.

272-6820 NICE BRICK Townhome, Off Tibet, 2Bedroom, 1.5Bath, kitchen furnished, washer/dryer connections, CH&A, new energy windows, $640/month. No pets.

912-355-6077 NICELY FURNISHED APARTMENT on bus line, private entrance, adjoining bathroom, mini-kitchen, phone, cable, internet, washer & dryer. $145/week $522/month.

Other Rooms and Apartments available.

Mon-Sat. 912-231-9464.

ONE AND TWO bedroom apartments. $390-$600.

Southside, island, midtown.

Hassell Realty.

912-234-1291 One bedroom apartment. $400/month. + Room for rent. $100/weekly. 216 W. 39th Street, 912-657-0458

ONE BEDROOM

Loft-style apt only $570 a month! Convenient southside location. Dishwasher & W/D connections. MOVE IN NOW. Moss Gate Apts., 10600 Abercorn St., 920-8005.

RENT: Duplex 1203 E. 53rd

2BR/1BA $550/month plus $550/deposit.

One block off Waters Ave, close to Daffin Park.

RENT: Duplex 1115 E. 53rd

2BR/1BA $475/month plus $475/deposit.

One block off Waters Ave, close to Daffin Park.

CALL ADAM @ 912-234-2726 DAYS/NIGHTS/WEEKENDS RICHMOND HILL: 314 Rice Gate Drive.

3BR/2BA, appliances, 1-car garage, new carpet, fresh paint.

Near Schools. $950/month plus dep. 727-3106 RINCON: Westwood Height Subdivision.

3BR/2BA brick home. Excellent condition. No pets. $800/deposit, $800/month.

Call 912-748-6831

ROMANTIC LOCATION

Classic 1930 Brick 2BR, 1BA lower unit apartment. Hardwood floors throughout.

Includes Water/Trash service.

Available 1/30/09. 724 East 49th. Discounted Rent: $945 Deposit: $800. 912-507-2191

Section 8 Welcome

2226 HANSON: 3BR/1BA, separate DR, laundry room $845.

1112 EAST 39TH STREET: 3BR/1BA, all new $825

Call 912-257-6181

SMALL OFFICE SPACE

SUNRISE VILLAS Move-in with no deposit if you bring the ad.

2 Bedroom duplex homes, private yard, mini blinds, washer/dryer connection, stove + refrigerator, wall to wall carpet. large kitchen, Total electric. Now being remodeled. under New management!

Conveniently located to Shopping Centers, schools, and bus lines.

Less than 10 minutes to Savannah State College. 20 minutes to beautiful Tybee Island. Less than 10 minutes to hospitals + Downtown Savannah.

912-234-3043 THUNDERBOLT **2 efficiency apts, utilities included.

Near marina. $600 -$700/month. **ALSO large 1 bedroom apt, Whitaker St, near park. Tile, h/w floor, parking lot. $575/month.

912-691-2368 THUNDERBOLT: 3BR/1BA, 2626 Evergreen. $900/month plus deposit.

657-5592.

911 ABERCORN: 2BR/1BA Apartment. $750-$1100/month.

232-1894 or 692-0383.

EFFINGHAM: 2BR/1BA $600/month 429-1293.

VERY NICE! Spacious 2BR upper apt, furnished kitchen, CH&A, W/D Hookup, fenced yard, patio. $525/month+Security deposit. No pets, Section 8 welcome.

301-1/2 West 39th St. 912-355-7886 or 667-7347

WE BUY HOUSES 2139 Causton Bluff 3BR/2BA, central heat/air $950/month, $850/deposit.

1806 East 39th St. 1BR Apt. $460/month, $300/deposit.

References and Credit Check required. Call 351-0500 for showing.

WEEKLY AND MONTHLY PROPERTIES AVAILABLE. Peaceful atmosphere.

WEEKLY UNITS: Furnished, Private entrance, No sharing, living quarters, utilities included.

From $175-$200/wk, $100-$150/deposit.

MONTHLY PROPERTIES: 3BR/2BA, Appliances included. Properties located in Pooler & Savannah. $700-$800/month plus deposit same as rent.

No Section 8.

Interested parties call 441-5468

WILMINGTON ISLAND 4BR/2BA house with living-room, dining-room, den, & large fenced-in backyard, 7001 Sand Road. $1500/month.

Call 897-6789 or 344-4164

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ROOMS FOR RENT

Furnished bedroom.

Share kitchen and bath, washer/dryer, central heat/air. $150/week.

912-233-2746

Westside. $85-$130/weekly, Utilities and cable included.

Call 844-5655.

6 ABBEY COURT-Wilmington Park 3BR Split Plan for Rent $1175/mo. or Roommate needed for $400/month. Call Michele Gutting 912-663-8592 or Re/Max Savannah 912-355-7711.

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ATTRACTIVELY FURNISHED ROOM

for rent w/utilities dining room/kitchen access and other amenities, in West Savannah.

912-428-2933, 663-7753, or 659-0136 FURNISHED EFFICIENCY: 1510 Lincoln St. $145/week or $155/week for double occupancy. Includes utilities!

Call 912-231-0240

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WILMINGTON ISLAND: Marsh Creek Plantation.

3BR/2 full baths, LR, DR, breakfast room, laundry room, CH/A, double garage, fenced yard, corner lot. Beautiful neighborhood. $1100/month, $1100/deposit.

Call 308-4127 or 897-4836 rooms for rent 895

ROOMS FOR RENT

Southside-Eastside Westside New Large Clean Carpeted Rooms, only 3-4 rooms per guest house.

Quiet Areas, Bus line.

Free HBO. Furnished or Unfurnished. Rooms with PRIVATE BATHROOMS available. $115/Week & Up. EFFICIENCY APTS No sharing, own bath & kitchen. All Utilities included, Cable (MB).

Furnished or Unfurnished. $159/Week & Up.

912-341-6122/912-4 72-0628

20yrs. Apts $150/wk.

Rooms $70-80/wk. Furnished and utilities included. Call 234-9779

ROOM FOR RENT in my Restored Victorian home. $130/week, all utilities included. 2 cute cats in residence. No A.D.S. Call 912-231-6682 ROOM FOR RENT: In very nice home in Windsor Forest on LaVida Golf Course. Everything furnished, non-smoking home, complete house privileges.

Off-street parking. Female preferred. $400/rent, $350/deposit.

Call 925-6940, 844-4211 Roommate wanted. Mature professional for 3BR/2BA home. Cable.

Utilities included Berwick Cottonvale area. $395 monthly.

Call 912-234-0854 ROOMS AND UNFURNISHED APARTMENTS for RENT at Waters and Anderson St. (1020 East Anderson) Call 912-944-0105

ROOMS FOR RENT

Central heat/air, cable, washer/dryer, furnished, located on busline, $130 weekly- no deposit.

Call 344-7623

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2007 Polaris ATV

For sale: 2007 Polaris Phoenix 200 LE ATV. Pink with 50 hours. $1800.00 912-660-0615 Campers/rVs 960

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cars 910 ‘03 Chevy SUV, Tahoe, $11,000 OBO; ‘08 Chevy HHR, $20,000, new; ‘05 Chevy Colorado truck, $6300 OBO; ‘03 Chevy Express Van, $4300.

912-313-5703 1995 CHEVY Conversion Van. 156K miles, trailer hitch, roof-rack, back seat converts to double bed. $2400.

Call 912-352-4293.

2002 DODGE CARAVAN: Good motor, good transmission, CD player, fresh paint. $3495.

Call 912-631-7490

2002 IMPALA, 4-door 20” rims, indash dvd, V-6, keyless entry, runs great $4,800 OBO..

Call 912-429-7274 2003 Ford 250 panel Van with roof racks & Interior shelving $4500.00. Cynthia, 912-604-6670 2006 BMW 330i 2006 BMW 330i 4 door.

Black w/ tan interior. one owner,loaded.

Beautiful car 47000 miles can e-mail pics. $24,000.

(912)213-2661 FENDER BENDER? Paint & Body Work.

Reasonably Priced.

Insurance Claims. We buy wrecks. Call 912-355-5932.

GREAT BUY!-2008 TRUCK

GMC Canyon crew cab, automatic, AM/FM/CD/MP3, power windows/locks, remote keyless entry. 24,000 miles, Asking $17,000.

912-832-2528 or-665-1339 POLICE IMPOUNDS! Cars from $500! For listings, 1-800-536-8309 x4647

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HOUSE FOR RENT: 643 West 40th Lane (between Burroughs & Florence). 3 bedrooms with central heating & air. $730/month.

Call 912-844-0694 or 508-2397

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1990 GEORGIA BOY, 34ft.

Motorhome.

Sleeps 6, includes King bed/TV/full refrigerator, tub/shower. $8,000firm. Price has been cut $10,000!!! Call 912-944-6334

95 Ford Four Winds Motor Home 35’ Fully Equipped, New queen bed, Microwave, TV, 2 new tires & awning!

Only 26,954 Original Miles! Excellent shape!

Barely Used! MUST SEE! $17,500 OBO. 912-354-7877 OR 898-9945

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2234 Mason Drive Near Bible Baptist.

Renovated 3BR/2BA, Approx.

1700sqft, LR/DR, eat-in kitchen, den w/fireplace, play room, sun room, carport, large fenced backyard, inside laundry. $1100/month + Dep. $900.

4904 Jasmine Avenue Brick 3BR, 1.5BA w/lots of closets. Formal LR, separate DR, on huge lot, 2,438 Sqft, sunroom, privacy fence. $1,200/month + Dep $900.

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