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Coastal Jazz Association’s annual Duke Ellington tribute is Sunday | 19

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Wednesday Hooray for Hollywood

What: A salute to 100 years

of great musical movie moments, through May 31. 233-7764. When: April 15-21 Where: Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St., 222 Bull St., Cost: $35, $16 Info: www.savannahtheatre.com/

National Library Week What: Programs and

activities scheduled at the library branches. 652-3604. When: April 15-19 Info: www.liveoakpl.org

Market at Trustees Garden

Events include a farmer’s showcase, organic gardening presentations. When: Every Wednesday 4-7 p.m., every Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Charles H. Morris Center. Cost: Free.

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Murder Afloat

What: Participate to solve a

murdery mystery, all while cruising on the Savannah River. 232-6404 or 800-7866404. When: Thu. April 16, 9:30 p.m., Thu. April 23, 9:30 p.m. Where: River Street Riverboat Co., 9 W. River St., Cost: $27.95; children under 12, $19.95 Info: www.murderafloat. com/

Meet Jonathan Rabb for Lunch

N.O.G.S. Tour of Hidden Gardens

What: Bestselling

What: This walk-

author of historical thrillers The Overseer, The Book of Q, Rosa and Shadow and Light. When: Thu. April 16, 11:30 a.m. Where: Chatham Club, Hilton Savannah Desoto Cost: $45 Info: 652-3605.

ing tour includes twelve private gardens plus the award-winning Massie Heritage Center. When: Fri. April 17, Sat. April 18 Where: Historic District Cost: $45 Info: 961.4805

Robert Colescott: Troubled Goods

GOOBERS! The New Adventures of Brer Rabbit

What: Art historian

What: Brer Rabbit returns

Peter Selz lectures on Robert Colescott’s work. When: Thu. April 16, 6 p.m. Where: Jepson Center, 207 York St., Cost: Free with museum admission Info: 790-8800 .

Tournees French Film Festival

What: Award-winning

French films, presented by the AASU French Club. Persepolis (April 16-18, 7 p.m.), Her Name is Sabine (April 17, 6 p.m., Grand Voyage (April 17, 8:30 p.m.), Blame it on Fidel (April 18, 6 p.m.), The Chorus (8:30 p.m.) Where: AASU Fine Arts Auditorium, 11935 Abercorn, Cost: Free

SSU Players by the Sea: Shakespeare’s Pericles What: A site-specific

adaptation complete with a tyrant king, wicked stepmother, shipwrecks and pirates. When: April 16-18, 8 p.m., April 19, 3 p.m. Where: Adams Hall, Savannah State University Cost: $10; $5 student/senior Info: www.savstate.edu/

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with some new stories in this appearance by . When: Fri. April 17, 7 p.m., Sat. April 18, 10 a.m. , 7 p.m. Where: Freight Station, 703 Louisville Rd., Cost: $10; $8 Info: cardinalrep.org/

Orquesta Taboga

What: Atlanta-based Latin

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9th Annual Savannah Garden Expo

What: Celebrate Savan-

nah ’s unique heritage and garden history. When: April 17-19, 10 a.m.5 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday Where: Roundhouse Railroad Museum, 601 W. Harris Street, Cost: $10, 12 and under free Info: www.savannahgardenexpo.com/

When: Fri. April 17, 7 p.m. Where: Armstrong Center

Suite 18, Armstrong Atlantic State University Cost: $3 Info: hola.armstrong.edu/

Rossini, Hummel, Beethoven Presented by Savannah Orchestra What: Savannah Orches-

tra’s Artistic Director William Keith leads the orchestra along with guest soloist William Denton for the season’s final Masterworks series. See Saturday listing for downtown concert. When: Fri. April 17, 8 p.m. Where: Landings Plantation Club, Skidaway Island, Cost: $10-$35 Info: www.savannahsinfonietta.org

Savannah Children’s Theatre: The Frog Prince What: Now this is a frog

made for kissing. $12. 238-9015. When: Fri. April 17, 7 p.m., Sat. April 18, 3 p.m., Sun. April 19, 3 p.m. Where: Savannah Children’s Theatre, 2160 E. Victory Dr. Info: www.savannahchildrenstheatre.org/

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2009 Earth Day Festival

What: Opens with RecycleRama, when citizens can drop off difficult-to-recycle items such as tires, electronics and paint cans from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., a number of activities, including free classes, prizes, live entertainment and performances. The festival will close with the Earth Day Savannah Wheelie Community Bike Ride through downtown. When: Sat. April 18, 8:00 AM-3:00 PM Where: South end of Forsyth Park, 501 Whitaker St. Cost: Free Info: www.earthdaysavannah.org/

The Gathering at Geechee Kunda

What: Learn about the Gullah-Geechee people through music, dance, food, exhibits, tours, lectures and more. When: Sat. April 18, 11 a.m. Where: Geechee Kunda Gullah Geechee Center and Museum, 622 Ways Temple Rd. , Riceboro Info: geecheekunda.net/

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What: Eight students will read short pieces of their poetry or fiction, followed by an open mic session for everyone in attendance. When: Sun. April 19, 6 p.m. Where: Barnes and Noble, Oglethorpe Mall Cost: Free

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Market at Trustees Garden

Events include a farmer’s showcase, organic gardening presentations. When: Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Charles H. Morris Center. Cost: Free.

Readers Theater What: A reading

of “Mister Johnny Mercer” by Ja A. Jahannes, a musical review slated for November. When: Sat. April 18, 1 p.m. Where: Black Box S.P.A.C.E., 9 W. Henry St. Cost: Free

Seven Brides for Seven Brothers

What: Johnny Mercer’s

only musical comedy is presented by St. Vincent’s Academy and Benedictine Military School in honor of the Johnny Mercer Centennial. When: Sat. April 18, 7:30 p.m., Sun. April 19, 5 p.m. Where: Trustees Theater, 216 E. Broughton St., Savannah Cost: Info: scadboxoffice.com/

Rossini, Hummel, Beethoven Presented by the Savannah Orchestra

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Sunday

Rite of Swing: The Annual Duke Ellington Concert What: This year’s concert

features the Savannah Jazz Orchestra with saxophonist Mark Sterbank and vocalist Priscilla Albergottie Williams. When: Sun. April 19, 5 p.m. Where: AASU Fine Arts Auditorium, 11935 Abercorn Cost: Free. Info: www.coastal-jazz.org/

2008 JEA Speaker Series

What: A discussion on security

food, drink and music. info@ PlayDateSavannah.com When: Sat. April 18, 8 p.m. Where: Holiday Inn-Midtown, 7100 Abercorn Street, Savannah Cost: $10 Info: 596-5801.

Haunted Oatland Island

What: Don’t just tour ghosts -

hunt them in a 50,000 squarefoot 1920s hospital. Equipment provided. When: Mon. April 20, 9:30 p.m. Where: Oatland Island Wildlife Center, 711 Sandtown Rd. , Savannah Cost: $38.50 Info: 866-666-DEAD.

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Tue. April 21, 10:30 a.m. Where: Historic Grayson Stadium, 1401 E. Victory De., Savannah Cost: Box, $10; reserved, $8; general admission, $7; sen Info: www.sandgnats.com/

What: Take an early morning

Shooters Customer Appreciation Day plus luck of draw. There will be a 50/50 raffle, drink specials and free food. When: Sat. April 18, 4 p.m. Where: Shooters Premier Pool and Dart Lounge, 17 E. DeRenne Ave. , Savannah Info: 351-0975 .

Charleston River Dogs.

When: Mon. April 20, 7 p.m.,

Legends of Golf is a part of the PGA TOUR Champion’s Tour. April 20-26. Where: The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort and Spa, Hutchinson Island , Savannah Cost: Prices vary Info: 236.1333.

What: An all-day pool shoot,

What: The Gnats play the

with State Rep. Burke Day and Vernon M. Keenan, director of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. When: Sun. April 19, 7:30 p.m. Where: Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St., Savannah Cost: $10 Info: 355-8111.

tra’s Artistic Director, William Keith leads the orchestra along with guest soloist William Denton, for the season’s final Masterworks series. When: Sat. April 18, 8 p.m. Where: Wesley United Monumental Church, 429 Abercorn St. , Savannah Cost: $10-$35 Info: www.savannahsinfonietta.org

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The 2009 Liberty Mutual Legends of Golf Tournament What: The Liberty Mutual

What: The topic of discussion is the current economic conditions under the Obama administration, including economic stimulus, proposed budget, budget deficits and the national debt, followed by a question-andanswer session. When: Mon. April 20, 1 p.m. Where: Armstrong Center Auditorium, 13040 Abercorn Street , Savannah Cost: Free

Tuesday

Early Bird’s Preservation Walking Tour of the Landmark Historic District’s East Side

walk to learn about historic preservation. Tours are followed by coffee in the house’s garden. $20. 236-8097. When: Tue. April 21, 7:30 a.m.9 a.m. Where: Davenport House Museum, 134 E State St.

Academic Perspectives on the Holocaust What: SCAD professor Sari

Gilbert’s short interpretive film about the Holocaust, Ready to Wear, will be shown and discussed. Savannah State University professor Ellis Washington will discuss his book “The Nuremberg Trials: Last Tragedy of the Holocaust.” When: Tue. April 21, 1 p.m. Where: JEA Art Gallery, Jewush Educational Alliance 5111 Abercorn, Savannah Cost: Free Info: 355-8111.

Yom HaShoah Holocaust Remembrance Day

What: Readings, poems, and dialogues about the Holocaust. The names of Holocaust victims will be read throughout the day. When: Tue. April 21, 7 p.m. Where: Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn Street, Info: 355-8111.

30th Anniversary Trustees Lecture: “TheAccidental Masterpiece What: Michael Kimmelman,

chief art critic for the NewYork Times since 1990, will present a lecture followed by a reception and book signing. When: Tue. April 21, 7:30 p.m. Where: Trustees Theater, 216 East Broughton Street Cost: Free Info: 525.5051 .

Comedian Todd Barry

What: A Tiny Team comedy concert with Todd Berry and special guest MYQ Kaplan. Doors open at 7pm. When: Tue. April 21, 8:30 p.m. Where: Savannah Smiles, 314 Williamson St. Cost: $12 in advance or $15 at the door Info: www.tinyteamconcerts. org

Poetry Society of Georgia Reading Series Session features Joseph Harrison reading from his work. When: April 21, 7:30 p.m. Where: Ola Wyeth Branch, 4 E. Bay St. Cost: Free Info: www.poetrysocietyofgeorgia.org

Wednesday Martin Melaver Book Launch

Martin Melaver celebrates the launch of his book, Living Above the Store. Event also be marks grand opening of Papilotte, a new French bistro takeout. When: April 22nd – 6 to 8 pm, Where: 218 W. Broughton St. Info: www.papillote-savannah. com cs

Green day by Jim Morekis | jim@connectsavannah.com

We’re very proud once again to be the official print sponsor of the City of Savannah’s Earth Day celebration, happening this Saturday in Forsyth Park. Inside this issue you’ll find an awesome insert detailing all the goings-on. Additionally, in the regular paper you’ll find some special content having to do with Earth Day and assorted green-related activity. Robin Wright Gunn offers an update on the effort to secure a recycling program for unincorporated Chatham County.

Jack Star, local green energy expert, contributes a column about the latest promising developments in solar technology. Drew Wade, chairman of the Savannah Bicycle Campaign, offers his take on what the area needs in terms of wise transportation planning.

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DeRenne, again

City Council ponders latest plan to improve corridor by Linda Sickler | linda@connectsavannah.com

Project DeRenne: a doable neighborhood revitalization project or a pipe dream that could lead to a nightmare? It depends on who you ask. The Savannah City Council recently tackled the question, with members firmly on both sides. “I envision DeRenne as not being an ugly arterial, but a commercial main street, with a set of places where you might go to eat dinner,” City Manager Michael Brown said. “You could sit down at a table or caf , go buy something in that corridor, go to an office there. Along with the residential portion, it will be a pleasant area.” Brown said city staff has taken a whole new approach to DeRenne. “It’s labor intensive, but worth it,” he said. “We can get there within the near future with residential enhancement, commercial enhancement, then work on reducing traffic.” For every day the city waits, there are more vacancies on DeRenne, Brown said. “When Captain

D’s is closing, you know there’s a sign right there,” he said. Susan Broker, director of the city’s Citizen Office, showed the council a map that represents work done in Phase I, which began in May 2008 and ended in December, and upcoming work for Phase II. Representatives of Hunter Army Air Field, Savannah Technical College, the Savannah/Chatham Public Schools and both hospitals are members of the advisory committee, she said. Everyone involved wants to improve DeRenne, Broker said. “Doing nothing is not an option,” she said. Creating an urban corridor will increase traffic flow and address quality of life issues, Broker said. “We’re in Phase II, where the magic happens,” she said. “This is where the citizenry gets to put pencil to paper. We said Project DeRenne would be the most extensive public process we’d ever done. We brought people back to the table. I don’t want downplay the fact that

And there are my own pieces on the expanded efforts at the Market at Trustees Garden and an interview with Dr. Bill Savidge, who is presenting another lecture in the popular series of spring lectures sponsored by the Skidaway Institute of Oceanography. In non-Earth Day content, check out Linda Sickler’s stories on an interesting show facilitated by Cardinal Rep and the great, late-breaking news that a statue of Johnny Mercer is set to occupy the revitalized Ellis Square. And of course Jim Reed contributes a typically great feature, this one on the upcoming annual Duke Ellington tribute show sponsored by the Coastal Jazz Association. cs

we had to get the community at least to a neutral place. There was a lot of anger and distrust.” Residents will be asked for input at a week–long series of public meetings. “What we hope to get out of that is the master plan for the corridor. We’ll know what the lanes should look like, what kind of commercial activity the neighbors and business owners would like to see. Then we’ll bring it to the council for endorsement,” Broker said. Phase I cost $305,000, and Phase II will cost $737,000. Funding will come from $20 million in ESPLOST funds, Brown said. “This is expensive planning, but not as expensive as some of the other corridors,” he said. Mayor Otis Johnson said he’s never had a chance to do anything about the DeRenne corridor, but hopes he can before his second term ends. “Before I leave office, I want to vote on something,” he said. Broker said a master plan could be reached within 6–8 months, and Brown said groundbreaking could take place as soon as 36 months. “When we actually have the concept plan, we can proceed to engineering,” Brown said. “We’ve got to get beyond the idea that there is a traffic solution. It’s about neighborhood vitality. We’re building a boulevard, we’re not building a freeway.” Alderman Jeff Felser questioned the plan. “To clarify to the public,

when all is said and done, you’re not telling them that traffic is going to be swifter or less congested,” he said. “It’s realistic to get it less congested, but not by building some roadway that butts through a neighborhood,” Brown responded. “Think Liberty and Oglethorpe. This will preserve and make the neighborhood vital, but we’re not going to say we’re going to have some big thruway. When we’re done, everyone will be happy to have visitors come to town. They’re not going to be embarrassed to take them down DeRenne.” The mayor said he wasn’t being pessimistic, he was being realistic. “That is one tremendous challenge in terms of traffic,” he said. “We can talk about it in different languages, but part of the plan has to answer the question: What do we do about the volume of traffic? We’re here because of the volume of traffic on DeRenne.” “It’s not word play,” Brown responded. “It’s possible and we have examples of how to do it without detriment to the surrounding properties. We also have vacancies and blight creeping into that corridor.” “You can twist it any way you want,” the mayor said bluntly. “Blight is a result of the traffic. Maybe there’s another answer, but that’s my answer to the blight issue. Those businesses have closed and gone somewhere else.” cs

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Accentuating the positive Oscar–winning lyricist John Herndon Mercer may have found fame and fortune in Hollywood and New York City, but he never forgot his hometown. Mercer was born in Savannah in 1909 and his body was returned here after his death in 1976. He was buried in Bonaventure Cemetery, where his grave has proved to be a tourist attraction. In the not–too–distant future, a bronze statue of Johnny Mercer will grace Ellis Square. It, too, is expected to become a tourist attraction, as is all of the redeveloped Ellis Square. “The Ellis Square area is shaping up as an exciting new addition to the city,” City Manager Michael Brown said. “The square plan is really based on a much more active version of our other squares. This square will be tranquil, but it will provide a lot of things to do.” The statue is being created by Savannah sculptor Susie Chisholm in her City Market studio, and could be cast as early as April 25. The image is based on a photograph of Mercer. Dianne S. Thurman, co–chair of the Friends of Johnny Mercer, Inc.’s statue committee, said the committee has worked very hard for a number of years to make the dream a reality. “Johnny Mercer, in my estimation, was the original goodwill ambassador for the city of Savannah,” she said. Thurman also is the chair of the mayor’s Johnny Mercer Centennial Steering Committee. A year of events are under way in honor of the 100th anniversary of Mercer’s birth. Inquiries have come from as far England, Ireland, France, Holland and all around the United States, Thurman said. Both cultural and educational organizations are putting on performances and other events in honor of Mercer’s memory. The Savannah City Council voted April 8 to approve the location of the statue in Ellis Square. “I think this is so appropriate,” said Alderwoman Edna Jackson, in making a motion to approve the ordinance. “This is really going to do something for Ellis Square and that general area.” Alderman Jeff Felser commended the Friends. “Yours is probably one of the

The statue is based on this iconic archival image of Mercer

groups that gets the smallest amount of money from us, yet you’re proposing and coming up with funding ability to put up a life–sized statue that probably will be one of the most photographed statues in Savannah,” he said. “I hope and pray we can keep it safe and clean and appropriately displayed.” The statue will be dedicated on Nov. 18, on what would have been Mercer’s 100th birthday. The Metropolitan Planning Commission recommended that the statue be placed in the west quadrant of Ellis Square, positioned along the walkway. Nancy Mercer Girard, Mercer’s niece, also is co–chair of the statue committee. “I called him Uncle Bubba,” she said, adding that was what Mercer’s family called him. “I believe Uncle Bubba would be very happy to be, yet again, greeting Savannahians and City Market visitors to the square,” Gerard said. “I can envision friends getting together for lunch or dinner, and saying, ‘Where do you want to meet?’ and the reply will be, ‘Let’s meet at Johnny,’ in Ellis Square.” cs

The Market at Trustees Garden expands to twice weekly by Jim Morekis | jim@connectsavannah.com

275 years ago, English settlers chose the highest point on the Savannah River bluff as the site of the first experimental garden in America. Today, Trustees Garden at Bay and East Broad is reclaiming its original role as host for groundbreaking agricultural exploits, chiefly through the twice– weekly Market at Trustees Garden. Beginning as a monthly farmers market within the Charles H. Morris Center onsite, the Market then went weekly every Wednesday afternoon. It recently added a Saturday market from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. and has moved to a larger, space next to the Pirates House directly facing East Broad. Market Director Maria Castro explains that “we originally went with Wednesdays because farmers harvest on Tuesdays, and we wanted to really involve the chefs from the restaurants to come in and work their weekend menus around what the market offers.” Castro says the Saturday market will give those who don’t have an opportunity to shop on Wednesdays a chance to go to market. A stone’s throw away from the Market on East Broad is Cha Bella, a restaurant devoted to a New Southern menu using the freshest available organic ingredients. Cha Bella executive chef Matt Roher is one of the original forces behind the Market, and continues to put on cooking demos and sell fresh produce from Cha Bella’s three–acre Avondale Farm tract. “It’s been phenomenal,” says Roher of the Market. “As a chef, now there’s a reliable place downtown from a professional standpoint to buy organic or locally grown produce and eggs that I can bring back to my restaurant.” By now, farmers and restaurateurs at the Market have evolved an interdependent relationship that benefits both. “We’ve got a relationship now where we’ll go down there we’ll bring food and stuff that we have, and basically at the end of the market, since we don’t want vendors to take the food back where it came from, we’ll work out trade deals,” says Roher.

So is it like “Iron Chef,” where restaurants may have to improvise entire menus on the fly based on what’s at the Market that week? “From a seasonal basis, we’re in a rhythm right now where for the most part we know what’s going to be there,” explains Roher. “Maybe it isn’t there, but if it is there we’re going to know what to do with it.” For example, Roher says, “If it’s early spring like it is now, there are going to be some baby root vegetables down there, a decent amount of smaller leafy vegetables, lettuces and that kind of thing. As we get deeper into the season and it gets a little bit hotter, we’ll start seeing things like squash and zucchini, tomatoes and cucumbers. When you’re cooking seasonally you get into that rhythm.” Interestingly, there are times when a chef, even one as aggressively hyper–local as Roher, wants non–local ingredients. “I’m a firm believer that I don’t want local and fresh if for some reason I can get higher quality elsewhere,” he says. “For example, right now a lot of the preserved meat, like traditional European charcuterie, is perfected over thousands of years. I can get to a point where I can come close to duplicating a cured leg of pork, but I’m not going to nail the prosciutto de parma (laughs).” However, Roher says he does “appreciate the dairy and eggs that are available locally. Dairy breaks down when it’s preserved and changes the flavor profile.” Roher says a good local natural pork producer is in view now. “Probably this time next year we’ll have a reliable strain of hogs just outside of town that will be all natural and a reliable product,” he says. “While we’re working through that process I’ll probably be using offsite and nonlocal. But as long as we keep our eyes on the prize we’ll get there.”

Left to right: Charles H. Morris (center) with some Market vendors; Robbie Wood; eggs from Adcote Farms

Trustees Garden itself and several acres around it are owned by Charles H. Morris, owner of Connect Savannah and a multitude of other publications and concerns. Some of the founding members of the revitalized concept include Morris, Roher, “Farmer D,” original manager Tate Hudson, and Maria Castro, who was on a planning committee before being employed at Trustees Garden. Castro says planning has been motivated in part by a desire to learn from the mistakes of the fully half of all startup farmers markets that fail. “We wanted to give Savannah a year–round market and an opportunity to buy local produce and support local farms. The committee wanted it to be a sustainable green local community asset,” she says. “We recognized the need for Savannah to have a reliable downtown market,” echoes Roher. “Mr. Morris originally gave us the warehouse space just off General McIntosh, but it was really too big and off the beaten path. Then he offered the Morris Center itself, which was awesome.” Another key aspect of the Market at Trustees Garden is community outreach, chiefly represented by its budding partnership with Union Mission. A small but well–tended garden behind the fence at the corner of President Street Extension and Gen. McIntosh Boulevard grows produce for the homeless at the Mission. A volunteer tends the garden and actually delivers the produce to the shelter.

In addition, a plot of the garden will be used by Charles Ellis elementary students as a class project. “It’s a really cool project where they’re helping to feed the homeless,” Castro says. Many urban farmers markets around the nation serve a vital role in delivering fresh produce to the urban working poor, who many times only have convenience stores close by and are often miles away from a supermarket. So far, reaching out to that community has been “challenging,” according to Castro. “Now that we’re in the easement area next to the Pirates House, we’re in more of a public space where everyone will feel more comfortable to come,” she says. “It’s always a challenge in Savannah to mix those communities, but it’s starting to catch on.” Future plans include a replicated, medicinal “physic garden” closer to Bay Street, in the area old–timers will remember as the place where there was a jumble of natural gas pipes and a sign announcing the terminus of I–16, saying “My other end’s in Texas.” “Mr. Morris and the managers there have found a sister garden in England,” says Matt Roher,“ referring to the Chelsea Physic Garden in London. ”Within the next year or so the plan is to kind of recreate and reconnect the two gardens, so we can have that connection to the history of the site.” cs The Market at Trustees Garden 4-7 p.m. Wednesdays and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays on East Broad Street next to the Pirates House.

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Savannah Bicycle Campaign seeks a totally new way of looking at land use and urban planning by Drew Wade

As Savannah has grown, increased throughput of cars has taken precedence over walkability and green space, relying on a steady supply of cheap gasoline. Though gasoline prices have fallen, they will undoubtedly rebound, not to mention unaccounted costs to air quality and greenhouse gas emissions. Technological solutions like electric cars are incomplete, as these do not address congestion that will stifle continued growth. The full answer is a comprehensive redesign of our land use and transportation network that will maximize transit, pedestrian, and bicycle travel to increase throughput of people and goods rather than cars. The bicycle is extremely efficient both in energy use, requiring only 35 calories per person–mile traveled. Compare that with a car at 1860 calories or a bus at 960 calories. Bicycles allow 1500 travelers per meter of right–of–way per hour — as compared with cars at 170. We also know that people who bicycle to their everyday tasks are healthier — 1 percent of urban travel in the US is by bicycle vs. 28 percent in the Netherlands. Obesity in the U.S. is 30.6 percent vs 10.0 percent in the Netherlands. Considering these issues and our system designed to prioritize auto traffic above every other mode, the Savannah Bicycle Campaign formed to improve local conditions for bicycling. Of course, the pleasurable aspect is central to so many who ride bicycles, whether

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fied cycling instructor and will create a series of PSAs in cooperation with the City of Savannah. The primary message for cyclists and motorists is “Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as operators of vehicles,” a statement fully supported by Georgia law. Finally, we must address dangerous road conditions that keep many off their bicycles. We’re working through government to address these issues with new facilities. We are continuing the process of public comment to ensure that bicyclists as legitimate road users will no longer be forced into the excessively hazardous situations into which many of our roadways put them, with narrow streets with high auto speeds and shoulders lined with rumble strips and debris.

for fitness, transportation, or recreation. We have, therefore, focused first on encouraging residents to enjoy Savannah by bicycle — beautiful tree–lined streets with slow traffic and expansive parks. Our first Savannah Wheelie, a free community bike ride, was held April 2008 at the Earth Day Festival, where 300 locals and residents, the mayor, aldermen, and county commissioners biked the streets of downtown. We will join you all again at the conclusion of this year’s Earth Day festival on April 18 at 3 p.m., and celebrate the fun and possibilities of bicycling. The next questions become: Where and how can I ride safely? The SBC will offer educational programs for adults and children, led by a nationally certi-

We will therefore continue to advocate for a comprehensive policy requiring complete streets where transit, bicycle and pedestrian modes must be accomodated in all new projects, and for areas where this is difficult or impossible, for separated facilities like the long-overdue Truman Linear Park. Ultimately, we believe that this accommodation and the resultant increase in users will be central to increasing the share of people who use a bicycle for everyday tasks close to home, thus realizing the true efficiency of bicycling and bringing our community closer to a sustainable model of development. cs Drew Wade is chairman of the Savannah Bicycle Campaign (bicyclecampaign.org).

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The Skidaway Institute of Oceanography is in the middle of a popular springtime series of lectures by some of its esteemed scientists. Next up is “Living with the Ocean,” featuring Dr. Clark Alexander, who will speak on barrier island erosion, and biodiversity expert Dr. William Savidge. The program happens twice: Monday, April 20, at the Coastal Georgia Center on Fahm St. downtown and again Thursday, April 23, in the library auditorium at Skidaway Institute. Both of the free programs begin at 7 p.m. We spoke to Dr. Savidge about his specialty, biodiversity in marine life.

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– is probably less severe in the oceans than on land. Species range tends to be larger in the ocean. You can’t completely destroy the entire coastal realm of the eastern seaboard of the U.S., but you can bury one mountain valley that holds a specific species. Terrestrial ranges tend to be more limited, and our ability to impact those environments tends to be more significant. But that doesn’t mean we aren’t reducing some marine populations to irrelevance. For example, we’ve essentially eliminated — as a component of the ecosystem — cod from the Grand Banks. We’ve not driven cod to extinction, but they’re terribly low in numbers. There was something in the news recently about the South Atlantic Fisheries Commission, on the extent of fishing down populations of red snapper on our coastal shelf. They’re maybe one percent of what they were 50 years ago. How much of this is immediately fixable, like halting fishing in certain places, and how much of it is due to global warming? Bill Savidge: I’m speaking outside expertise here, but probably in terms of fisheries the issue is almost entirely one of overexploitation of stocks rather than

the effects of climate change. Isolated populations of fish may depend on rivers, like salmon or sturgeon. Then maybe climate change will be part of their problem. But mostly for fisheries, it’s a human problem.

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Are you seeing adaptive behavor by marine life as they flee human impact? Bill Savidge: I saw an article a couple of weeks ago that suggested that like some land animals are doing, some fish are moving their ranges northward in response to temperature changes. They’ll presumably be interacting with indigenous species as they move, which may lead to unforeseen consequences. There are chain reactions we aren’t necessarily seeing but could imagine happening, and they’re chain reactions for which we’re not able to predict the consequences. If tuna move to Greenland, what happens? A silly hypothetical, but we have no idea. cs Living with the Ocean Drs. Clark Alexander and William Savidge speak on diversity and habitat loss. When & Where: 7 p.m. April 20 at the Coastal Georgia Center, Fahm Street downtown, and 7 p.m. April 23 at the library auditorium at the Skidaway Institute. Cost: Free and open to the public.

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A grassroots petition to hold an election about curbside recycling in unincorporated Chatham County will officially kick off at Saturday’s Earth Day festival. In March, an online petition was launched as a “really soft start. We wanted to see if there is enough public support,” says Stacey Kronquest, one of two petition organizers. On Saturday, canvassers will begin collecting handwritten signatures of registered county voters. At press time, the online petition had collected 1,182 electronic signatures. To generate a vote, 16,626 registered Chatham County voters must sign either the paper or electronic versions, according to the petition’s website, recyclechatham.org. Organizers are implementing “a little used mechanism” in the Georgia constitution, allowing citizens to initiate amendments to county ordinances. Collecting signatures is the first of several steps in the process. Once enough voters sign on, the petition will be submitted to the Probate Court for verification of the signatures. If the court determines that the petition has been signed by the required number of voters, a county–wide vote will be held. If a simple majority votes “yes,” then the charter amendment passes. Kronquest was one of several organizers of a similar petition drive in 2007, proposing curbside recycling for the City of Savannah. Kronquest credits that petition as motivating city leaders to move forward with the recycling plan that kicked off in January of this year. “We had all the signatures,” says Kronquest of the 2007 effort. “The week before we were going to turn them in to the city and the Voter Registration Board, [city manager] Michael Brown said, ‘We don’t want a referendum.’” There’s no time limit on collecting signatures, but organizers hope to have enough signers by next year. “By Earth Day 2010 we’d like to have it go to the probate judge for validation,” says Kronquest. “If the county is still not convinced that their constituents want this as a service, we will look at the second half of 2010 for a referendum.” “The timing of the petition will determine when the election falls,” says

Election Supervisor Russell Bridges. Depending on when signatures are submitted, the referendum could either be a special election, or it could be added to the ballot with scheduled elections. A county–wide special election costs about $125,000 for training, transportation, and “all the other incidentals to pull off an election. Fixed staff costs are not factored in,” says Bridges. Kronquest and co–organizer Karen Grainey started the petition after the Chatham County Commission voted in March to table a vote on curbside recycling for its 71,000–plus residents. Grainey met with county staff in April 2008 to discuss recycling. “Months and months went by, and we never heard anything,” she says, until just before the March meeting. She was “disappointed” by what was proposed, and by the “lack of interest” from commissioners after a plan was presented. “We are totally committed to the idea of recycling in Chatham County,” says Commissioner Patrick Shay, “but the proposals we received were not satisfactory. We don’t want to initiate a program that was flawed from the beginning.” Shay cites as a flaw the fact that the March proposal did not include glass recycling. “My concern was those who did recycle would still have to drive to recycling centers to do that.” Shay, Grainey and Kronquest all hoped a county plan would take advantage of the sorting facility of Pratt Recycling, contractor for the city. County staff report that Pratt Recycling does not currently have the capacity to participate in the county program. “The program is not dead, it’s not dying, it’s not even sick,” Shay says. “But when you initiate a big government spending program, we’d like it to be right.” The county proposal “wasn’t a very attractive proposition compared to what the city has,” says Grainey. “The lack of interest by the commissioners was troubling. The lack of communication with us, who approached them in 2008, was troubling. You put it all together and you start thinking ‘Well, maybe they need a little more encouragement.’” cs

Solar’s ‘Holy Grail’

Hydrogen breakthroughs key to green transformation To understand what’s happening to solar–based energy production, one has to understand the passion of those searching for the energy Holy Grail — limitless free energy from the sun is transformed electrochemically into limitless electrical energy at low cost with zero carbon footprint. It’s that passion that drives tens of thousands of scientists and engineers around the world, and even the solitary inventor in the proverbial garage. Energy’s Holy Grail is in fact a cycle: Solar–Hydrogen–Fuel Cell = Electricity. The energy from the sun is used to break the chemical bonds of hydrogen. The hydrogen is stored and then released through a fuel cell that recombines hydrogen and oxygen and in the process generates heat and a flow of electrons: electricity. Byproduct: water. The cycle is necessary because the sun does not shine on any one spot on the earth’s surface 24/7. Its energy needs to be stored and made available as needed and the mechanism for storage is hydrogen. The fuel cell converts this stored energy into electricity. Optimizing each stage presents unique technological obstacles in order to reach the goal of a commercially viable (i.e. affordable) process to inexpensively produce electricity. The exciting news is that within the next six years the energy Holy Grail will be within our grasp. Intermediate steps are providing their own benefits. Implementing solar hot water has a payback period of less than seven years with a useful life of over 20 years. The cost of generating solar electricity (photovoltaics) continues to drop every year. Today, grid parity — the point at which photovoltaic electricity is equal to or cheaper than grid power — has been reached in Hawaii. Even without subsidies, grid parity will be reached in many areas of the U.S. by 2015. With existing subsidies that point will be reached by 2011. As the cost of solar electricity drops, so does the cost of producing hydrogen by using electric current to split water molecules (electrolysis). Scientists are probing the secrets of photosynthesis (the way plants convert sunlight to

energy) in order to reduce the costs of electrolysis. Their results should be commercially viable within four years. Bioscientists are also making genetic modifications of bacteria and algae, and, using feedstocks of wastewater or biomass in a bioreactor, produce hydrogen. These processes are also coming out of the lab into pilot plants. (Clemson University obtains hydrogen from rotted peaches by this method.) Significant progress is also being made to store hydrogen gas in a safe, compressed state for easy transportation and use. These methods of solid state storage of hydrogen are also reaching commercial development. Hydrogen molecules are stored in a matrix of nanostructures (tubes, hollow spheres, or layers of structures built on a molecular level) that provide remarkable surface area. For example, a teaspoonful would provide as much surface area as half a football field. Packaged in metal cylinders or cartridges of varying sizes, these hydrogen storage devices are as portable as propane tanks and perfectly safe. One California start–up demonstrated enough stored hydrogen in three cartridges, each the size of a laptop computer, to power an electric car 300 miles. Fuel cells range in size from large stand–alone facilities that provide back– up power for elevators in high–rise buildings, to residential boxes the size of a dorm–sized refrigerator, to even smaller units in automobiles and buses. Two components make them too costly for widespread use: platinum used as a catalyst, and a polymer membrane that separates the two sides of the fuel cell. Recent discoveries, however, should sharply reduce these costs. Other, cheaper, metal compounds can replace the platinum and a new material, said to be 100 times cheaper, can replace the membrane. Using new technologies, two Korean companies are developing fuel cells that are predicted to cost 10 times less, and be 40 percent more efficient, by 2010. The quest for the energy Holy Grail has already produced entirely new industries. Within the next few years we will see dramatic growth that can transform many sectors of the economy, produce new companies, new businesses, new job opportunities, and local manufacturing. cs

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William Thomas Ayers, Jr., 47, was arrested and charged with Armed Robbery, Fleeing to Elude Police, Possession of a Firearm in the Commission of a Crime and Theft by Receiving. Police said he grabbed a $100 bill that was lying on the register, then told the clerk to give him the rest of the money. Ayers ran from the scene, got into a white car and drove away. Officers caught up to Ayers just up the street at Cottonvale Road and U.S. 17. When officers ran the car’s tag, they learned it was stolen. • Two men who had just stolen a car ran it into a flooded ditch, where it sank. The car was equipped with windows that open automatically under water and both

suspects got out – and were arrested. Police said three suspects had just robbed a man and taken his 2003 Audi at English Oaks Apartments. They chased the Audi and the Mercedes the suspects arrived in. The two cars split up at Abercorn and Largo, and officers chased the Audi to the 204 exit at 17th Street, where the suspects ran off the road and into a ditch. The car ended up lodged on the other side of the culvert, so an SCMPD dive team member worked with a towing company to recover it. Raheem Saamad Hicks, 20, and Thomas Emmanuel Capers, 19, were arrested. Capers was charged with Armed Robbery, Possession of a Firearm, a felony count of Fleeing to Elude and several traffic charges, and Hicks was charged with Armed Robbery. Police determined that the Mercedes had been stolen as well, so a lookout was posted. • A 41–year–old Savannah women was arrested after committing two armed robberies in one day. Iona Denise Curry first stopped and offered a ride to a woman who was walking in the rain. Because of the weather, the victim ac-

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cepted and got in the car. Curry pulled over, showed the woman she had a gun, and demanded her purse. The woman turned it over, got out of the car and called police. Shortly after, police were called to Cricket Wireless on Waters Avenue where they were told a woman matching Curry’s description demanded money at gunpoint. Moments later, Officer Barry Lewis located Curry’s car in a parking lot and positioned his patrol car to keep watch. Curry was charged with two counts of Armed Robbery. • A South Carolina man was arrested after crossing the Talmadge Bridge and “attempting to cause havoc” in Savannah. Police were contacted by the Jasper County Sheriff ’s Office and told they had been chasing a Volvo, but stopped when the driver reached the Talmadge Bridge. They said they had tried to stop the driver for a traffic offense, and didn’t know why he wouldn’t stop.

A lookout was posted and 20 minutes later, a 911 call came in from a Berrien Street church. The caller said a man was trying to steal a license plate off a church van. Officers realized it was the same person. The suspect was seen downtown, and police tried to stop the Volvo. The suspect fled, but officers kept sight of him. After driving on the wrong side of Congress Street, the suspect abandoned the car near Franklin Square, ran to two cars and pulled a knife on the people inside them, but they locked their car doors. As the officers approached, the man threatened them with a knife, but was subdued. Wesley Bush Sr., 65, of Bluffton, S.C., was arrested and charged with Criminal Attempt to Commit Armed Robbery, Armed Robbery, Fleeing to Elude Police, Possession of Tools for the Commission of a Crime and Theft by Taking. cs Give anonymous crime tips to Crimestoppers at 234-2020

A slo-mo suicide pact—quel romantique! The competitive aspect bugs me, though. Why not jump out the window hand in hand and have this end in a tie? Research on light smokers is fairly sparse, but what there is won’t be much comfort. One Norwegian study, which tracked more than 40,000 people for up to 30 years, found the risk from smoking just one to four cigarettes per day was surprisingly high. For men the risk of dying from lung cancer was 2.8 times higher than for nonsmokers, for women more than 5 times higher. The cardio news was bad, too: the risk of death from ischemic heart disease was 2.7 to 2.9 times higher than for nonsmokers. Overall, light smokers’ risk of dying from any cause was about 50 percent greater than nonsmokers’. Some light smokers, maybe including you, assume there’s a minimum smoking threshold below which they’re safe. Don’t count on it. A recent metastudy (i.e., an analysis of existing studies) of smoking exposure looked at “pack-years”—the number of packs you smoke per day times the number of years you smoke. It suggests that even at low smoking intensity (fewer than ten cigarettes daily) your odds of developing lung cancer increase linearly as your pack-years go up. At very low levels, prediction gets dicey, but the obvious conclusion from looking at the charts is this: the less you smoke, the lower your added risk of lung cancer; the only way to reach zero added risk is to smoke zero cigarettes. (Side note to heavy smokers who figure they’ll just cut back: Good luck with that. Research finds such folk tend to go in for “compensatory smoking,” mean-

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My girlfriend and I were fighting over which led to a greater chance of getting cancer, smoking or tanning. I probably average a cigarette a day, and my girlfriend usually goes tanning two or three times a week. Who gets cancer first? —Dave, Columbus, Ohio

ing they smoke fewer cigarettes but take more and deeper puffs.) Now tanning. Exposure to ultraviolet radiation, whether from the sun or a tanning booth, can prematurely age your skin and increases your risk of skin cancer; federal authorities have declared UV radiation from tanning lamps and beds a known carcinogen. Just so we’re clear, not all UV radiation is the same—the UV reaching the Earth’s surface takes the form of either UVA, which has a longer wavelength and thus penetrates your skin more deeply, or UVB, which penetrates less but can be more destructive. Can’t decide what’s worse? Not to worry—tanning beds typically emit both. Bonus cause for panic: Tanning salons and their customers routinely take a technology that’s borderline stupid and push it over a cliff. An inspection of 50 tanning facilities in North Carolina found that 95 percent of patrons exceeded the recommended UV exposure limits. How big a risk are we talking about here? One study found that even after adjusting for natural sun exposure and the tendency to sunburn, use of tanning booths multiplied the risk of squamous cell cancer by 2.5 and basal cell cancer by 1.5. That’s not the worst of it. A 2007 metastudy in the International Journal of Cancer reviewed 19 different investigations of tanning risk and found that people who had ever used tanning beds had a 15 percent greater chance of developing melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer. Seven studies showed a 75 percent greater risk of melanoma if your first tanning session was before age 35. Probably the best examination of cancer risk from tanning salons was a 2003 study of 100,000 Scandinavian women. On average, women who visited a salon at least once a month had a 45 to 55 percent greater risk of developing melanoma than nontanners. One can make a plausible case you’re doubling your risk of lung cancer with that daily cigarette, while your girlfriend is giving herself a 50 percent higher chance of getting a cancer that’s highly curable if detected early. True, her skin will soon look like leather, whereas you won’t show any symptoms till the coughing gets bad. But I still say you’ve got her beat. cs

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• (1) As Italy’s banks curtailed lending during the global financial crisis, the country’s 180,000 small businesses had nowhere to turn for liquidity except to the Mafia, whose lending continued (at ridiculous interest rates, of course), unrestricted by the recession, according to a March Washington Post dispatch from Rome. Organized crime in Italy collects an estimate of the equivalent of $315 million a week. (2) In March, because of budget cuts, the Municipal Court in Mount Gilead, Ohio, ordered its clerk to accept no new filings of any kind (including criminal cases) unless the filer brings his own paper for printing the legally required copies to be distributed. • London’s Daily Mail reported in March that among the recession-themed business start-up grants awarded by the Welsh Department of Work and Pensions was the equivalent of about $6,600 to the Accolade Academy of Psychic and Mediumistic Studies. One of the Academy’s owners defended the award, noting that parents who have lost a child need to know that the child is safe.

• Researchers at Germany’s Max Planck Institute recently published findings of a cross-cultural study of people’s spit. “(W)e can get more insights into human populations (from saliva) than we would get from just studying human DNA,” the team’s leader told Reuters in February. The study’s main conclusion was that spit content does not vary much around the world, even given regional differences in diet. The Continuing Crisis • Spanish researchers at Autono• For two years, Britain’s Jean mous University of Madrid reported in Driscoll, 72, has been studied by two February that wolves (and almost surely doctors and three hospitals’ staffs, dogs), when relieving themselves, delibbut no one knows why she belches erately seek out the most conspicuous constantly. “I don’t go out anymore,” she places they can find (both as to sight said. “People laugh and stare at me. One and smell), to assure maximum territoman said, ‘Can’t you control that?’” rial signaling. Male wolves prefer tall • The Democratic Process: (1) In trees (and dogs, prominently located March, George Snyder Jr., 39, was fire hydrants) and try to leave urine removed from the May election ballot as high up as they can to increase its in Westmoreland County, Pa., when a wind-carry, according to a Discovery judge ruled that Snyder lived outChannel summary. side the county and not really in • Biologist Michelle Solensky, the garage storage room that he of Ohio’s College of Wooster, OMG, reported late last year in the MILEY CYRUS, claimed was his main residence. journal Animal Behavior that MILEY CYRUS! (2) In December, John Kaye, a member of Australia’s New male monarch butterflies are South Wales Parliament, prosuch calculating inseminaposed a remedy for the recent tors that they even decide the displays of immature partyoptimal level of sperm necesing by some of his colleagues: sary for reproductive advantage. “Honestly,” he told Sydney’s Daily While injecting fluid, the male Telegraph, “if you are going to have can “selectively” determine how breathalyzers for people driving much of it will be fertility cells, cranes, you should have breathalyzdepending on how much residual ers for people (who pass) laws.” sperm the female holds from previous suitors (and thus to always

People With Issues

• Vinyl Lust: (1) A 23-year-old man was arrested in February and charged with a series of break-ins at sex shops in downtown Cairns, Australia, in which the intruder inflated plastic dolls, had sex with them and left messes. (In the break-ins at Laneway Adult Shop, the perp appeared to be sweet on “Jungle Jane.”) (2) George Bartusek Jr., 51, was arrested in February in Cape Coral, Fla., in his car in the parking lot of a Publix supermarket. He had parked next to the front door, apparently to obtain the optimal audience, and was having sex with two blow-up dolls in the front seat. He told police he had come to the shopping center to buy clothes for his gals.

Least Competent Criminals

• In March, two men were seen on a surveillance camera in St. Petersburg, Fla., attempting a home break-in during the day when no one was home. One of the men assumed a football stance, then ran the length of the yard and rammed the back door. However, the latch held, and the impact sent the man backward, leaving him on the ground, writhing in pain. The collision also triggered an alarm, and the men escaped before police arrived. (2) Two adults and three teenagers were arrested in Waterville, Maine, in March and charged with arson, with all the evidence needed consisting of a video the five made, describing their crime, crafted with theme music and cast-and-crew credits.

Update

• Several Florida jurisdictions have restrictions on where convicted sex offenders can live, even those who long ago finished their sentences. As noted in News of the Weird in 2007, Miami-Dade county has only one spot far enough away from places where children roam: the approach to the Interstate 195 bridge to Miami Beach (the Julia Tuttle Causeway). Judges routinely give released sex offenders the choice of either leaving town or camping under the bridge. One man has been there so long that he now has a Florida driver’s license with his address as “Julia Tuttle Causeway Bridge.” In March, the encampment of about 50 men welcomed its first female sex-offender, 43-year-old Voncel Johnson, who told the Miami Herald that she had so far been treated respectfully. cs

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Tropical Cyclones

Scientists were fooled last fall when they thought an eerie calm between sunspot cycles had abruptly ended. The sun had been relatively free of sunspots since the last 11-year cycle ended earlier in the year. A few dark patches that emerged on the sun’s surface in late November were thought to be the first spots of the new cycle. But sunspots then became even more scarce, reaching the lowest number during the last year than at any time since 1913, nearly a century ago. The deeper and longer solar minimum is probably a good thing for planet Earth. It means global warming will be marginally delayed, GPS navigation systems are more accurate and satellites will stay in orbit longer. But some meteorologists believe it may also be responsible for a bitter winter that has shown no signs of ending across much of North America.

Cyclone Jade slammed into the northeastern coast of Madagascar, killing at least eight people and leaving more than 3,000 homeless.

Earthquakes Hopes faded late in the week of finding any more survivors beneath the rubble left by a 6.2 magnitude quake centered in the mountainous heart of Italy. At least 278 people perished in the medieval fortress of L’Aquila and about two dozen surrounding villages. • Earth movements were also felt in northern New Zealand, Nicaragua, northernVenezuela and along the southern PakistanIndia border.

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Antarctic Breakdown An ice bridge that appears to have held part of a vast Antarctic ice shelf in place for centuries shattered in an event that some scientists say is linked to global warming. The loss of the ice bridge, which juts about 65 feet out of the ocean and was more than 60 miles wide in 1950, may allow more of the Wilkins shelf to move more freely between Charcot and Latady islands, into the open ocean. “We know that [the Wilkins Ice Shelf] has been completely or very stable since the 1930s and then it started to retreat in the late 1990s; but we suspect that it’s been stable for a very much longer period than that,” David Vaughan, a glaciologist with the British Antarctic Survey, told the BBC. There have been nine other recorded collapses or retreats of ice shelves over the past 50 years.

Butterfly Decline Two consecutive wet summers across Britain and changes in habitat have decimated the populations of several butterfly species, some of which may never recover, according to conservation experts. The wettest

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Andean Eruption One of South America’s most active volcanoes belched lava and shot a huge cloud of ash soaring 4 miles over the Chilean

Andes. The eruption of Llaima volcano prompted the evacuation of more than 100 people living along the nearby Calbuco River and other streams, which were swollen with a mixture of melted snow and ash. Vulcanologists warned that the volcano’s crater has become blocked with debris that could allow pressure to build up and trigger violent explosions of lava and ash.

Warming Pet Diseases Climate change appears to already be exposing household pets in Europe to a variety of new infectious diseases spread by fleas, mosquitoes and ticks, according to three separate reports in the journal Veterinary Parasitology. Milder winters are allowing ticks to be more active year-round, transmitting disease such as malaria-like canine

babesiosis into countries where it was once rare. Frederic Beugnet of Merial Animal Health in Lyon, France, writes that the rare cat flea typhus may also be becoming more common in both cats and dogs. Claudio Genchi of the University of Milan, says that summer temperatures are becoming warm enough for the parasitic roundworm dirofilaria, spread by mosquitoes, to incubate in its host. Susan Shaw at the University of Bristol, U.K., warns there is a real danger that warming will allow the canine leishmaniosis parasite to be spread northward by sandflies from a large population of infected dogs in the south of England. cs by steve newman, universal press syndicate

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Those enjoying the Earth Day festivities in Forsyth Park also have an opportunity to catch a live performance by this rising Athens, Ga. Americana act that formed in Central Kentucky before relocating to the Classic City. Their lineup includes banjo, guitar, bass and drums, and —as is increasingly the norm these days for similar groups— their welcoming sound incorporates elements of the seemingly disparate disciplines of rock and roll and old–time country. They’ve earned strong notices through opening slots for kindred spirits The Avett Brothers and The Packway Handle Band, and were snatched up by the plucky indie label Mule Train Records, who’s released the band’s first EP, and soon unveils their full–length debut (both produced by famed Athens studio whiz and session musician John Keane). Expect a rollicking and appropriately organic outdoor show that should dovetail nicely with the vibe of the gathering. Locally–based Piedmont blues singer–guitarist Michael Maddox and Savannah’s own hip–hop oriented spoken word organization A.W.O.L. open the show (starting at 11 am), and get this: the whole thing will be run on solar power. Cool, huh? Listen & Learn: www. thecorduroyroad.com. Sat., 2 pm, Forsyth Park – ALL–AGES.

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It takes a lot of nerve for a musician to up and quit a band that’s doing extremely well. It’s even more gutsy to split from a popular and critically acclaimed group to strike out on your own. Yet that’s exactly what bluegrassers Jamie Dailey and Darrin Vincent both did, when each left a comfortable position in different highly respected (and successful) projects to launch their own upstart combo. Dailey spent nine years as lead and tenor vocalist with the legendary Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, while Vincent paid his dues as a baritone harmony singer and multi–instrumentalist for Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder. Now they’re touring behind a sophomore CD (Brothers From Different Mothers) that some in the industry are hailing as one of the best bluegrass albums to come down the pike in decades. Steeped in the close harmony vocals and high–energy acoustic string wizardry that mark the genre, but drawing on the traditions of Southern gospel, country and even folk, the record entered the Billboard charts this week at No. 1. hybrid Argyle, the Riddle brothers (drummer Stephen and guitarist Jeremy) relocated a few years back to Venice, Ca., and wasted no time in re–jiggering their act into a raucous, caustic and politically incorrect mash–up of bawdy barroom comedy and snarky acoustic sing–a–longs lampooning their Southeastern heritage. The name on the marquee? Fat, Drunk & Ugly.

The duo and their bandmates have appeared before at this beyond–intimate listening room, but I’d wager this is the first time a group has played this 100–seat smoke and alcohol–free venue while sitting at the absolute top of the charts. How many times does one get the chance to see artists of this caliber up close and personal at one of the high points of their career? That’s what I thought. If any seats remain, they’ll be going fast. Listen & Learn: www. daileyvincent.musiccitynetworks.com, www.randywoodguitars.com. Charge $25 adv. tix at 748–1930. Thurs., 8 pm, Randy Wood’s Concert Hall (1304 E. Hwy 80, Bloomingdale) – ALL–AGES.

According to the boys, it’s taken off somewhat at a variety of So–Cal venues. For the second time in two years, they’re returning to visit friends and play a handful of gigs, starting —appropriately enough— on 4/20. Stephen (who also drummed in the classic lineup of Voodoo Soup) is also playing country and two–step on the guitar these days, and a few notable local bassists,

such as Brendan Robertson (late of Cannonball), Eric Moore (of The Permanent Tourists) and Bill Hodgson (of Rhythm Riot) join them for select dates. Listen & Learn: www.myspace.com/argyletheband. Mon., 10 pm, Live Wire Music hall + Tues., 10 pm, Fiddler’s Crab House (River St.). cs

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Kyle” Shiver (Live Music) American Legion Post 36 Karaoke (Karaoke) The Armstrong Center Orquesta Taboga (Live Music) The Atlanta-based Latin band blends Caribbean and Latin American rhythms, including salsa, merengue, and cumbia. 7 p.m. Baja Cantina TBA (Live Music) 7 p.m. Bay Street Blues Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m. Bayou Cafe Thomas Claxton (Live Music) Intense, solo acoustic guitarist/singer playing rock and pop (covers & originals). 9 p.m. Bernie’s on River Street Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m. Blowin’ Smoke BBQ The Roger Moss Quintet (Live Music) Classically-trained vocalist performing sassy cabaret versions of showtunes, jazz standards and modern pop, backed by top area players - outdoor ALL-AGES show. 6 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.

will be a rising locally-based modern-rock group with a compatible sound that some of JC’s members have taken under their wing. 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. Quality Inn (Pooler) Thomas Claxton (Live Music) Intense, solo acoustic guitarist/singer playing rock and pop (covers & originals). 7 p.m. Randy Wood’s Concert Hall (Bloomingdale) Dailey & Vincent (Live Music) Internationallly famous and award-laden acoustic bluegrass act (feat. former members of Ricky Skaggs’ and Doyle Lawson’s bands) touring in support of a new CD - ALL-AGES. 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. Tommy’s Karaoke w/ Jeff & Rebecca (Karaoke) Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) The Courtenay Brothers (Live Music) Local siblings playing and singing country, rock and pop hits on acoustic guitars to sequenced backing. 6 p.m. Uncle Bubba’s Oyster House TBA (Live Music) 7 p.m. Venus De Milo DJ Americana (DJ) Vic’s on The River Jimmy James (Live Music) Solo pianist playing standards, Latin and popular jazz favorites. -7 p.m. The Warehouse 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). Apr 16, 8 p.m., Apr 23, 8 p.m. Apr 24, 8 p.m. Wasabi’s Live DJ Frankie Spins Hip-hop & Electric Fusion (DJ) 8 p.m.

Wild Wing Cafe Barry Johnson (Live Music) Local acoustic guitarist playing and singing pop, country, beach and rock favorites - early, outdoor ALL-AGES gig. 6 p.m. Sharp & Harkins (Live Music) Indoor, late, 21+ show. 10 p.m. The Wormhole Defeat the Oppressor; Echoes of the Harvest (Live Music) Local grind/death metal duo citing early Nine Inch Nails and Morbid Angel as influences; Local Christian metal band (think As I Lay Dying, Pantera). 9 p.m.

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continues from p.29 (Live Music) Rock, Pop, Country and Soul covers 8 p.m. Jazz’d Tapas Bar Southern-Fried Funk (Live Music) Hammond organ-heavy funk combo from Jacksonville, Fl. that also boasts a live DJ, playing covers (The Meters, Mofro, Parliament, Galactic, etc...) and originals. 9 p.m. The Jinx Souls Harbor (Live Music) S.C. based hard rock and nu-metal act that is building a loyal following along the East Coast. 11 p.m. Kevin Barry’s Gabriel Donahue (Live Music) Irish singer based in the N.Y. area who plays piano, guitar, bouzouki, mandolin, bass, whistles and percussion — and spent three years touring with The Chieftains (covers & originals). Apr 15, 8:30 p.m., Apr 16, 8:30 p.m., Apr 17, 8:30 p.m., Apr

18, 8:30 p.m. Apr 19, 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 Mr. Wiley (CD Release Party); The Domino Effect (Live Music) Local psychedelic jam-oriented funk and rock band known for organizing the annual Salt Island Boogie Festival on Little Tybee Island releases a new album (covers & originals); Local funk/reggae/soul-based jam act feat. singing guitarist Josh Wade (covers & originals). 10 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 Rhythm Riot (Live Music) Kitschy local rock, pop, soul and country covers with sassy stage demeanor and an unpredictable setlist. 10 p.m. Molly MacPherson’s Scottish Pub (Richmond Hill) Pocket Change (Live Music) Funk, soul and R & B covers with a raucous edge. 8:30 p.m.

Mulberry Inn The Champagne Jazz Trio (Live Music) 8 p.m. Murphy’s Law Seldom Sober (Live Music) Local acoustic duo (fiddle, guitar and bodhran)playing trad Celtic folk and pop - Happy Hour Show. Pepino’s #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) The Plantation Club (at The Landings) The Savannah Orchestra: “Masterworks III” (Live Music) The Savannah Orchestraâ€™s Artistic Director, William Keith leads the orchestra in works by Rossini, Hummel and Beethoven, along with guest soloist William Denton, for the seasonâ€™s final Masterworks series. 8 p.m. Planter’s Tavern TBA (Live Music) Piano Jazz -7 p.m. Pour Larry’s (formerly John’s Bar) Eric Britt (Live Music) Acoustic rock from a local songwriter known as the leader of Hazel Virtue (covers & originals). DJ Zodiac (DJ) 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. Sandfly Bar & Grill The Chuck Courtenay Band (Live Music) C&W, honky-tonk, and southern rock hits from a group of veteran players led by a longtime singer/guitarist. 9 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 Matt Fogle (Live Music) Singer-songwriter. 8 p.m. Steed’s Tavern @#! Karaoke (Karaoke) 8 p.m. The Tailgate (formerly Daiquiri Beach) TBA (Karaoke) 21+ only. 10:30 p.m. Tantra Lounge The Permanent Tourists (Live Music, Other) Tight and polished regional R & B/soul/funk/rock cover band (feat. Voodoo Soup’s bassist) known for impressive vocals and a killer setlist. Apr 17, 9:30 p.m. Apr 24, 9:30 p.m. Uncle Bubba’s Oyster House Mary Davis & Co. (Live Music) Female-fronted acoustic

cover combo featuring members of Band In The Park (rock/pop/soul/beach music). Apr 17, 7 p.m., Apr 19, 7 p.m., Apr 25, 7 p.m., May 8, 7 p.m. May 22, 7 p.m. Venus De Milo DJ Moustache (DJ) 9 p.m. The Warehouse Bottles & Cans (Live Music) Hardswinging, house rockin’ garage-blooze and old, weird, Americana (covers & originals). 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 Perception (Live Music) Regional hard and classic rock band, playing everything from “Brown-Eyed Girl” to Godsmack (covers & originals) - outdoor, ALLAGES show. 6 p.m. Loose Cannons (Live Music) Indoor, 21+ show. 10 p.m. The Wormhole Sinister Moustache; Sandia; 9 on Bali (Live Music) Powerhouse local prog-rock/art-metal/ambien jazz hybrid; Huntsville, Al. act

fusing jam-band sensibilities with Afrobeat, trip-hop, dub/reggae and noise improv; Quirky world-beat pop filtered through Brazilian jazz and led by Bluffton’s Dan Sweigert. 9:30 p.m.

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AASU Fine Arts Gallery French Film Fest: BLAME IT ON FIDEL; THE CHORUS (Other) BLAME IT ON FIDEL by Julie Gavras (2006)at 6 pm and THE CHORUS by Christophe Barratier (2005) at 8:30 pm. Apr 18, 6 & 8:30 p.m. Bay Street Blues Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m. Bayou Cafe Thomas Claxton (Live Music) Intense, solo acoustic guitarist/singer playing rock and pop (covers & originals). 9 p.m. Bernie’s on River Street Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m. Blowin’ Smoke BBQ The Josh Maul Blues Band (Live Music) Funky and tight Richmond

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Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Inn #@*! Karaoke (Karaoke) 9 p.m., 9 p.m., 9 p.m. 9 p.m. Live Wire Music Hall The Movement (Live Music) Up-and-coming regional indie-rock act well-versed in hard-grooving funk, reggae and dub. 10 p.m. Mansion on Forsyth Park Hear & Now (Live Music) New local smooth jazz group feat. members of Eat Moâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Music and Silver Lining (covers & originals). 8:30 p.m. McDonoughâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m. Mercury Lounge The Jimmy Wolling Band (Live Music) Local acoustic â&#x20AC;&#x153;hellgrassâ&#x20AC;? combo known for both traditional and modern bluegrass, classic C&W and strong vocal harmonies (covers & originals). Apr 18, 10 p.m., May 1, 10 p.m. Jun 6, 10 p.m. Molly MacPhersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Scottish Pub â&#x20AC;&#x153;Georgia Kyleâ&#x20AC;? Shiver (Live Music) Locally-based acoustic string musician singing and playing folk, country, blues and bluegrass (covers & originals). 10 p.m. Molly MacPhersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Scottish Pub (Richmond Hill) Michael James (Live Music) 8:30 p.m. Mulberry Inn The Champagne Jazz Trio (Live Music) 8 p.m. Paradiso at Il Pasticcio DJ Matthew Gilbert & DJ Kwaku (DJ) House Music 11:30 p.m. Planterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tavern TBA (Live Music) Piano Jazz -7 p.m. Pour Larryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (formerly Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bar) DJ Tap (DJ) 10 p.m. Quality Inn (Pooler) American Pride Karaoke (Karaoke) 8 p.m. Ruthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chris Steak House continues on p. 32

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Corduroy Road, Michael Maddox, A.W.O.L. (Live Music, Other) Free classes, prizes, live entertainment and performances by an Athens-based Americana and roots-country band, a local Piedmont-style blues singer-sonwriter and a hip-hop-oriented spoken word showcase - closing with a Community Bike Ride through downtown. Free to ALL-AGES. 11 a.m. Gaynaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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) 10 p.m. Hercules Bar and Grill TBA (Live Music) 8 p.m. Jazzâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d Tapas Bar Bottles & Cans (Live Music) Hardswinging, house rockinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; garage-blooze and old, weird, Americana (covers & originals). 9 p.m. The Jinx All Night Drug Prowling Wolves; Whiskey & Co. (Live Music) Energetic and highly entertaining Atl.-based punk-tinged pub rockers featuring former members of the infamous Rent Boys; Gainesville, Fl.-based female-fronted at.country combo with a bit of a Pogues vibe. 11 p.m. Jukebox Bar & Grill TBA (Live Music) 9 p.m. Kevin Barryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gabriel Donahue (Live Music) Irish singer based in the N.Y. area who plays piano, guitar, bouzouki, mandolin, bass, whistles and percussion â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and spent three years touring with The Chieftains (covers & originals). Apr 15, 8:30 p.m., Apr 16, 8:30 p.m., Apr 17, 8:30 p.m., Apr 18, 8:30 p.m. Apr 19, 8:30 p.m.

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continues from p.31 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) Hosted by Sam Johnson. 8 p.m. Tantra Lounge The Domino Effect (Live Music) Local funk/reggae/soul-based jam act feat. singing guitarist Josh Wade (covers & originals). 9:30 p.m. Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt) The Chuck Courtenay Band (Live Music) C&W, honky-tonk, and southern

rock hits from a group of veteran players led by a longtime singer/guitarist. 8:30 p.m. Uncle Bubba’s Oyster House TBA (Live Music) 7 p.m. Venus De Milo DJ Nick (DJ) 10 p.m. The Warehouse The Jeff Beasley Band (Live Music) Swinging R & B, old-time rock and roll, Cajun-tinged Americana and boogie-woogie feat. drums, sax, bass and guitar (covers & originals). 8 p.m. Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church The Savannah Orchestra: “Masterworks III” (Live Music) The Savannah Orchestraâ€™s Artistic Director, William Keith leads the orchestra in works by Rossini, Hummel and Beethoven, along with guest soloist William Denton, for the seasonâ€™s final Masterworks series. 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 Bucky & Joey (Live Music) Longtime acoustic guitar and keyboard duo

playing and singing popular rock, country and pop hits - outdoor, ALL-AGES gig. Apr 18 Apr 19 Skinny (Live Music) Indoor, 21+ show. 10 p.m.

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AASU Fine Arts Gallery “Rite of Swing”: The Annual Duke Ellington Concert from the Savannah Jazz Orchestra (Live Music) This 23rd Annual event featurs the music of the late pinaist and composer played by an All-Star local big band with special guest sax man Mark Sterbank from Charleston. Free to ALLAGES. 5 p.m. 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. 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) El Potro Mexican Restaurant Karaoke w/Michael (Karaoke) 9 p.m. The Flying Fish Chuck Courtenay (Live Music) Established area acoustic guitarist/singer playing country, Southern rock and pop hits and originals. 6 p.m. Jazz’d Tapas Bar Ray of Bottles & Cans (Live Music) Solo show by the charisamtic singer-guitarist from a popular local blues/Americana act (covers & originals). 7 p.m. Kevin Barry’s Gabriel Donahue (Live Music) Irish singer based in the N.Y. area who plays piano, guitar, bouzouki, mandolin, bass, whistles and

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percussion — and spent three years touring with The Chieftains (covers & originals). Apr 15, 8:30 p.m., Apr 16, 8:30 p.m., Apr 17, 8:30 p.m., Apr 18, 8:30 p.m. Apr 19, 8:30 p.m. McDonough’s Karaoke (Karaoke) -9 p.m. Mercury Lounge Voodoo Soup (Live Music) Local hard-jamming funk/soul/rock/fusion group with a wide repertoire (feat. members of The Permanent Tourists & Phantom Wingo). Apr 16, 10 p.m., Apr 19, 10 p.m., Apr 26, 10 p.m., May 3, 10 p.m., May 10, 10 p.m., May 24, 10 p.m., May 31, 10 p.m., Jun 21, 10 p.m. Jun 28, 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. Red Leg Saloon Karaoke w/Frank Nelson (Karaoke) 9 p.m. Savannah Smiles “PianoPalooza” (Live Music) Crowd members get a chance to add

vocals to their favorite tunes - played live by professional pianists. 8:30 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 Mary Davis & Co. (Live Music) Femalefronted acoustic cover combo featuring members of Band In The Park (rock/pop/soul/ beach music). Apr 17, 7 p.m., Apr 19, 7 p.m., Apr 25, 7 p.m., May 8, 7 p.m. May 22, 7 p.m. The Warehouse Thomas Claxton (Live Music) Intense, solo acoustic guitarist/singer playing rock and pop (covers & originals). Apr 19, 7:30 p.m. Apr 26, 7:30 p.m. Wild Wing Cafe Bucky & Joey (Live Music) Longtime acoustic guitar and keyboard duo playing and singing popular rock, country and pop hits - outdoor, ALL-AGES gig. Apr 18 Apr 19 cs

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with the U.S. government naming that National Jazz Month, but, “It’s a good marriage, for sure.” “I can’t think of a better time,” enthuses the co–founder of the Savannah Jazz Orchestra — the big band made up of standout local and regional players which will pay tribute to Ellington’s rich contribution to 20th Century music and culture in a free concert this weekend at the newly reopened AASU Fine Arts Auditorium. This will be the 23rd year in a row the CJA has hosted such an event, and their current president, Lacy Manigault, says everyone involved is expecting a record turnout this time out, for a variety of reasons. “We’re looking for a very large crowd because the economy is doing so poorly right now,” says Manigault. “Our event is free, and anytime you can offer quality entertainment at no charge when the economy is down, you’ll see a lot more people show up than in times when they might have more money to spend on other things.” “Also,” he continues, “it’s held in a very convenient area on the Southside. The AASU Auditorium just underwent a lengthy remodeling, and it has easy access for wheelchairs. That is key for a

show like this, because it tends to tend to draw a lot of elderly people. It also takes place at a very pleasant time of the afternoon.” Adams echoes Manigault’s expectations for a large and enthusiastic crowd, and notes that he is particularly excited for the event to be held once more at the AASU Fine Arts Center, as last year’s show had to be moved to another facility while that near–1,000 seat venue was almost completely redone. “I believe ours will be only the second or third affair to be held in the facility since the renovation,” offers Adams. “Randall Reese (who co–directs the Savannah Jazz Orchestra with Adams) tells me the acoustics are so much better in there now. That’s what the musicians care about the most. He says it’s state–of–the–art now, and he should know.” Adams says that while many of Ellington’s most enduring tunes seem to always make the setlist of this concert from year to year, whoever is invited to appear as a guest soloist —this year it’s the esteemed, Charleston–based saxman Mark Sterbank— usually selects a couple of obscure gems from Duke’s songbook, or simply alternate arrangements of his better known compositions which they prefer. In that way, each annual show is a bit different from those that came before. “Duke certainly wrote enough tunes to draw from,” explains Adams. “We concentrate on the ones that are most familiar to the public, but this year Mark brought in a song I have never even heard of before.” “Hopefully,” concludes Adams, “the City will continue to generously fund this worthwhile event in the years to come, as they have done for so long in the past. We thank them for that.” cs Rite of Swing: The Savannah Jazz Orchestra’s 23rd Annual Duke Ellington Concert feat. Mark Sterbank When: Sunday, 5 pm Where: AASU Fine Arts Auditorium Cost: Free to ALL–AGES Info: coastal-jazz.org

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How beloved must one man be to draw an estimated 12,000 to his funeral? Well, as beloved as the late “Sir” Duke Ellington, apparently. Born Edward Ellington on April 29, 1899, the pianist and band leader is widely considered to be one of the greatest and most influential jazz artists in history. Truth be told, there are plenty who view him as the single greatest jazz artist to have ever lived. Although he doesn’t says so explicitly, trombonist Teddy Adams would be a likely candidate to fall in that category. The longtime Savannah musician —who helped found and continues to serve on the board of the non–profit Coastal Jazz Association— thinks the world of The Duke’s legacy. “You see,” he says with the casual weight of someone who’s about to lay some serious knowledge on you, “Duke Ellington was the consummate musician. Most folks think of him as a famous band leader, but he is really underrated as a pianist. He was actually the main influence on Thelonious Monk, and a lot of people don’t know anything about that. “Additionally, he is one of our greatest composers. The important thing about his compositions, is that not only did they become jazz standards, many of them also became popular American standards as well,” Adams says. The tunes Adams is referring to include such timeless classics as “Take The A Train,” “Mood Indigo,” “Sophisticated Lady,” “In A Sentimental Mood,” and “It Don’t Mean A Thing (If You Ain’t Got That Swing).” That string of hits, which began in the 1930s and ‘40s, took Ellington’s music to the top of the charts and enshrined him in the tower of song forevermore. Those and the scores more he would compose over a lengthy career earned him international fame and fortune, plus a host of the most prestigious cultural nods, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and France’s Legion Of Honor Award. Adams for one, says he’s not sure if the fact that the artist’s birthday falls in the month of April had anything to do

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Fresh off a role in The Wrestler opposite Mickey Rourke, deadpan comedian Todd Barry is also getting kudos for his recurring part in the HBO breakout hit Flight of the Conchords. Tiny Team Concerts brings Barry to town for a standup gig at Savannah Smiles this Tuesday, in an event co–sponsored by Connect Savannah. We had a quick e–mail exchange last week. Has your appearance in The Wrestler opened up any new opportunities for you? Is working with Mickey Rourke as interesting as I presume it might be? Todd Barry: I can’t say that I’ve been flooded with offers. I just did just film another movie, but I don’t think that was a result of my role in The Wrestler. As far as Mickey Rourke, it was a bit surreal to work with him, since I’ve always been a fan of his. He was nice to me, but we’re both sort of reserved guys, so we didn’t chat much. Was there a sense early on that Flight of the Conchords would be the hit that it is, or has that been more of a pleasant surprise? Todd Barry: I first met those guys in 2004 at a comedy festival in Australia, and ended up doing several live shows with them before they got the HBO show, so I had a chance to see how they connected with an audience. I guess a show about a New Zealand comedy folk–duo could seem risky, but they there’s nothing else like it on TV, so the success doesn’t surprise me. You’re slated for this year’s Bonnaroo. When you’re doing a larger–scale gig like that, do you tailor the material for the larger crowd and presumably shorter attention span? Todd Barry: Bonnaroo has the comedy shows in a tent that holds a few hundred people, so it’s not much different from a normal show, although I’m sure I’ll make some jokes about the festival — that I’ll probably think of five seconds before I go on stage.

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You attended the University of Florida. Did you ever, even once, wear jorts while you were there? Todd Barry: I actually had to look up “jorts” on Google. Are they a Florida thing? (Editor’s Note: “Jorts” are jeans shorts, i.e., chic Gainesville attire.) I have beautiful legs, but no, I don’t wear them, or any other kind of ’orts. Any advice for aspiring comics in the post–Def Jam, post–Larry David environment of today? Todd Barry: Whenever an aspiring comic asks me for advice I say the same thing: go on stage as much as possible and try to get good. A lot of comics want to hear more than that — they want to know about agents and making money — but it’s really just about doing the work. cs Todd Barry with Myq Kaplan When: Tuesday, April 21, 8:30 p.m. Where: Savannah Smiles Cost: $12 advance, $15 door Info: tinyteamconcerts.org

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That rascally rabbit

Chattahoochee Shakespeare Company goes on a musical trip through the briar patch by Linda Sickler | linda@connectsavannah.com

Long before Bugs Bunny hit the big screen, even before Beatrix Potter made Peter Rabbit a household name, there was a lovable scamp of a critter named Brer Rabbit. With his eternal enemies, Brer Fox and Brer Bear, Brer Rabbit found himself in all types of predicaments. Probably the worst of all was being discredited as racist propaganda. Today, that opinion has mellowed. Scholars agree that Brer Rabbit is a descendant of African and Cherokee legends about trickster characters who succeed through wits instead of strength. The tales were already hundreds of years old by the time Georgia newspaper man Joel Chandler Harris retold them as the Uncle Remus stories. For a time, Harris lived and worked in Savannah, so it is fitting that his characters return here to perform. GOOBERS! The New Adventures of Brer Rabbit will be presented April 17–18 by the Chattahoochee Shakespeare Company of Columbus. The company received a grant from the Georgia Grassroots Arts Program to update the characters and have them tell stories from Georgia history.

Some things never change, though, and once again, Brer Rabbit finds himself in the claws of Brer Fox and Brer Bear. To avoid being stewed, he tells them tales and sings songs based on modern Georgia legends, which keep them so entranced they forget all about the stew pot. The legends include the stories of Eddie Owens Martin, an artist/performer/ eccentric, also known as St. EOM; Lulu Hurst the Electric Girl; Bigfoot; and the state’s favorite porker, Hogzilla. The script was written by Chattahoochee Shakespeare Company Artistic Director Troy Heard, who co–wrote the music with Alyssa Farmer. The show is being brought to Savannah by Cardinal Rep. Executive Artistic Director Ryan McCurdy says the Chattahoochee Shakespeare Company is very similar to Cardinal Rep. “The cool thing is they’ve taken Brer Rabbit and tell it like it’s happening now,” he says. “It’s like Scheherazade’s 1,000 tales. Brer Rabbit is kept alive by

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Brer Bear as long as he tells stories of Georgia.” The show is intended for people of all ages, unlike most productions presented by Cardinal Rep, McCurdy says. “The content is bad–word free,” he says. “This is a type of story that’s being threatened with antiquity,” McCurdy says. “They’ve mixed in Gullah legends, which are very similar in tone to the Brer Rabbit stories, and legends from St. Simons Island. This is a Georgia–made,

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Georgia–bred show we can be proud of.” Heard says the idea for GOOBERS! sprouted when he and some friends were sitting on a porch, chatting about stories and various projects. “Someone pulled out a copy of the book Weird Georgia and said ‘Why don’t we adapt this?’,” he says. When the show was first staged, it attracted people of all ages. “I was surprised at the diversity of the audience

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Georgia and possibly theater festivals,” Heard said. “It’s so episodic, we can switch out stories if need be. “I approached it when I was writing as, ‘If I were a kid now, what show would entertain me, and if I was 33 years old, what show would entertain me?’” Heard says. “The stories are amazing.” The administrators of Pasaquan, a seven–acre compound created by Eddie Martin, came to watch a performance of GOOBERS! “They’re very protective of Eddie’s image,” Heard says.“They liked it so much, we’ve been invited to perform the story at Pasaquan.” Heard says his stint at Cirque de Soileil in Las Vegas was “life–changing.” Heard returned to Columbus in 2007 because there was a need for a theater company such as his. “Columbus State University has moved all of its arts departments to the downtown area, and buildings are being restored,” he says. “The city has grown in cutlural awareness. It was a good time to establish a theater company.” And to create musicals like GOOBERS! The most common question

Heard is asked is, “What is a goober?” “It’s a peanut and also a crazy person,” he replies. “Georgia is full of goobers.” cs

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when came to age,” Heard says. “We had 20–year–olds on dates, senior citizens and small children. Some wanted a bit of nostalgia, some wanted to hear a Brer Rabbit story. Everyone left after enjoying it.” But don’t expect something you’ve already heard. “It’s not Uncle Remus per se,” Heard says. “The closest we come is Brer Rabbit. This is a musical with four original songs.” There are four actors in the cast who play multiple roles. “They take on roles within the stories within the story,” Heard says. Heard earned an MFA in performing arts at SCADn, graduating in 2005. While at SCAD, he met McCurdy, also a SCAD alumnus, and they recently touched base. “It was one of those Kismet moments,” Heard says. “We had the show designated to go on the road. Ryan said he had some slots open, so we said, ”Let’s take it over to Savannah.’” Audience response to GOOBERS! has been nothing but positive, Heard says. “I hope next year to gear it up for a larger tour, take it to more cities in

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John Malkovich’s greatest performance will probably always remain his turn as, well, John Malkovich in Spike Jonze’s Being John Malkovich, but that’s not to say this versatile actor isn’t always adding memorable bits to an increasingly impressive portfolio.

Thanks to writer–director Sean McGinly, Malkovich triumphs again, this time portraying the title role in The Great Buck Howard. A slight yet satisfying show–biz tale that occasionally recalls such similar works as Broadway Danny Rose and My Favorite Year, this focuses on Troy (Colin Hanks), a young man who quits law school in order to find out what he really wants to do with his life. As he tries to figure it out, he takes a job as the road manager for Buck Howard, a temperamental mentalist who’s convinced that his comeback rests just around the corner. As portrayed by Malkovich, Buck is a man who’s by turns sympathetic, cruel, charming and egotistical. It’s a socko piece of acting, and while the likable Hanks is rarely more than adequate, Emily Blunt comes along (playing a no–nonsense publicist) and more than holds her own with a sly, charming performance. From narcissistic entertainers to overzealous fans, The Great Buck Howard has something to say about almost everyone positioned up and down the chain of command. This expose is more congenial than acidic, but it’s difficult not to like any movie in which a character states, “My college roommate was managing a multimillion dollar hedge fund, and here I was, helping Buck Howard with his benefit starring Gary Coleman and the guy from the Police Academy movies.”

Between them, veteran actors David Carradine, Rip Torn and Bruce Dern have racked up 147 years of screen time, and The Golden Boys capitalizes on that vast pool of experience by allowing these three performers full rein to work their movie mojo. It’s impossible to recommend this piffle to anyone who doesn’t possess an ounce of interest in these accomplished thespians or the filmic heritage from which they draw, but seniors and cinema buffs might derive some modest measure of pleasure from the end result. Working from a 1904 novel by Joseph C. Lincoln titled Cap’n Eri: A Story of the Coast, The Golden Boys centers on three septuagenerian sea captains sharing a Cape Cod home. Deciding that they need a woman to look after them –– but unwilling to pay for a housekeeper –– the crusty trio decides that one of them must immediately find a wife. Captain Zeb (Carradine) and Captain Perez (Dern) are let off the hook when Captain Jerry (Torn) loses the coin toss, but once the chosen woman –– the sensible, middle–aged Martha (Mariel Hemingway) –– enters their lives and the twice–married Jerry continues to balk at the idea of getting hitched yet again, the other two men find themselves captivated by her charm and intelligence. Charles Durning, looking shockingly frail at 86, turns up as a God–fearing man who believes actions speak louder than words, while John Savage, the spring chicken among the males at the age of 59, appears as a city slicker who wants to introduce (gasp!) rum to this quiet community. Other characters flutter in and out of the story, but really, all that matters here is the triumvirate heading

the cast. These three vets are a delight to watch, even if the movie around them remains soggy.

Fast & Furious The best part of Fast & Furious is its tagline — “New Model. Original Parts.” — which means that the studio wonk who created it deserves the big bucks more than anybody who actually appears in the film. It’s a catchy line because it advertises the fact that all four stars of 2001’s The Fast and the Furious — Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Michelle Rodriguez and Jordana Brewster — have reunited for this fourth entry in the series (only Walker appeared in 2003’s 2 Fast 2 Furious, and all were AWOL for 2006’s The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift). Unfortunately, this is one star vehicle that seems permanently stuck in “reverse.” The best performer of the quartet, Rodriguez, disappears from the proceedings fairly early, as director Justin Lin and writer Chris Morgan apparently decided to make this even more of a Toys for Boys romp than its predecessors — Brewster’s character is, as before, an utter stiff, while the other women (occasionally seen making out with each other) are merely decorative props. That leaves more time for Diesel (as outlaw hot–rodder Dominic Toretto) and Walker (as lawman hot–rodder Brian O’Conner) to engage in competitive bouts of piston envy, each trying to prove to the other that only he has a crankshaft large enough to take down the drug kingpin responsible for the murder of a close friend. The opening vehicular set–piece is a doozy, but subsequent racing sequences resemble nothing more than video continues on p. 34

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game sessions. Diesel tries to recapture the brooding brand of charisma that made him a star earlier in the decade, but he seems to be losing his grip on that elusive quality. As for Walker, he’s more boring than ever: His acting is so somnambular that even his car’s steering wheel stands a better chance at grabbing an Oscar nomination.

OBSERVE AND REPORT Observe and Report, writer–director Jody Hill’s sophomore effort following the no–budget, no–laughs farce The Foot Fist Way, valiantly tries to combine the twisted trappings of a black comedy with the more accepted slapstick shenanigans of a mainstream outing. It’s extremely difficult to synchronize these approaches into one fluid viewing experience –– Terry Zwigoff largely pulled it off with Bad Santa, but Hill never locates the proper balance that would make this more than just a hit–and–miss curio. Seth Rogen, no stranger to controversial comedies, stars as Paul Blart –– excuse me, Ronnie Barnhardt, a schlub who takes great pride in his work as the head of security at a popular mall. Unlike the congenial Blart, however, Ronnie is a disturbed individual, required to remain on his medication lest his destructive tendencies take over. But Ronnie is largely oblivious to his own inner demons –– he’s too busy lusting after a makeup counter tart (Anna Faris), cluelessly overlooking a sweet fast–food employee (Collette Wolfe), attempting to apprehend a flasher who’s been terrorizing the mall, and engaging in a war of words with a real detective (Ray Liotta). Much of Observe and Report is aimless and lackadaisical –– a whole burglary subplot could easily have been dropped without affecting the overall product –– yet the script’s biggest problem rests with its decidedly non–PC content. There’s nothing wrong with ruffling a few feathers here and there –– a little vulgarity is good for the soul, as Mel Brooks used to prove on a regular basis –– but the material needs to be funny as well as potentially shocking, and almost none of the film’s targets –– alcoholism, racial profiling, date rape, etc. –– are skewered in a fashion guaranteed to elicit laughs. The exception is the rampant male nudity seen during the bloody climax; I won’t ruin it here, but let’s just say this might mark the only time that a movie manages to go limp and out with a bang at the same time.

SUNSHINE CLEANING Sunshine Cleaning’s ads trumpet that it’s “from the producers of Little Miss Sunshine,” and like that Oscar–winning hit, it often belies its cheery title by exploring the darkness that descends on the lives of decent, ordinary people just trying to get ahead. Yet while it may not be as sharply written as its predecessor, it contains enough fine moments –– to say nothing of a strong central performance by Amy Adams –– to make it a worthwhile endeavor. Adams stars as Rose Lorkowski, once a popular high school cheerleader with a quarterback boyfriend, now a struggling maid–for– hire with a troublesome son (Jason Spevack). When her married lover Mac (Steve Zahn), the former QB who’s now a police detective, suggests that more money can be made by providing cleanup services at crime scenes, she jumps at the suggestion, convincing her reluctant sister Norah (Emily Blunt) to join her in this new endeavor. Obtaining the proper license proves to be almost as challenging as the actual cleanup duties (which often include removing body parts and swarming insects and always include mopping up copious amounts of blood), but Rose is determined to carve out a better existence for herself and her family. First–time scripter Megan Holley relies on too many familiar conventions and character types to flesh out her story: Here’s yet one more indie effort in which Mom is involved with a married man, Junior is a social outcast, and Grandpa is crusty yet kind (Alan Arkin virtually reprises his Little Miss Sunshine role). Yet other aspects of her screenplay are refreshing: The relationship between the sisters feels natural, the cleanup service angle is inspired (more scenes of them on the job would have been appreciated), and the character of a one–armed janitorial store proprietor (nicely played by Clifton Collins Jr.) emerges as a complete original. Sunshine Cleaning’s positives don’t completely eclipse the tired material, but they do suggest that Holley might have a bright future ahead of her.

Monsters vs. Aliens What film–lovin’ grown–up, specifically one weaned on a steady diet of 50s fantasy flicks playing all night on late–night TV, could resist a movie guaranteed to be crammed with more inside jokes than anybody could reasonably hope to absorb during the initial viewing? Unfortunately, Monsters vs. Aliens

doesn’t come close to fulfilling what appeared to be its lot in (cinematic) life. The title itself points out the film’s failing. The monsters, here reconfigured as the good guys, are all based on creatures found in classic sci–fi romps of the 1950s. Sweet Susan (Reese Witherspoon), a bride–to–be who gets super–sized (hence her new name of Ginormica), is a nod to Attack of the 50 Foot Woman; the gelatinous mound B.O.B. (Seth Rogen) is based on The Blob; Dr. Cockroach (Hugh Laurie) obviously parodies The Fly; the amphibious Missing Link (Will Arnett) is an offshoot of Creature from the Black Lagoon; and the silent Insectosaurus seems patterned on the behemoths once found stomping around Japan (Mothra, Godzilla, etc.). Amusing, but what of the alien half of the equation? Where’s the savory mix that would pay homage to the E.T.s found in The Thing (from Another World), The Day the Earth Stood Still, This Island Earth –– heck, even The Monolith Monsters? Instead, we get one tiresome extraterrestrial megalomaniac (Rainn Wilson), a clear indication that inspiration ran out long before this promising premise was saturated. The film’s visual scheme is inventive, and parents seeking kid–friendly life lessons should appreciate its message. But for a movie that had the potential to knock the genre out of this world, the pleasant but predictable Monsters vs. Aliens remains too earthbound for its own good.

ADVENTURELAND Our multiplexes need another period coming–of–age flick about as much as the nation needs another banking industry bailout, yet Adventureland proves to be a modest surprise. For that, thank the efforts of a talented ensemble and a screenplay that mostly steers clear of the usual gross–out gags that have come to define this sub–genre in modern times. Jesse Eisenberg, who appears to be a Michael Cera wannabe until you remember that he’s been around as long as the Juno actor (and more prominently in the early years, thanks to key roles in Roger Dodger and The Squid and the Whale), stars as James, whose best–laid plans to attend grad school are dismantled by a sudden lack of funds. Bummed, he’s forced to take a minimum–wage job working the game booths at the Pittsburgh amusement park Wonderland. He spends an exorbitant amount of time smoking pot and goofing around with his co–workers,

but what really makes the gig endurable is his burgeoning relationship with a fellow employee, the pretty if often moody Em (Twilight’s Kristen Stewart). What James doesn’t know, however, is that Em is involved with the park’s older, married handyman (Ryan Reynolds), a situation that becomes difficult to manage once James and Em start spending more time together. Adventureland was written and directed by Superbad’s Greg Mottola, and he frequently has trouble nailing the 1980s milieu in which the film is set: Some scenes are visually so nondescript that it’s easy to forget the time frame and assume the movie takes place in the here and now. Other bits hammer the 80s connection home in marvelous fashion –– especially amusing is the fact that Falco’s “Rock Me Amadeus” blares from the park sound system on a continuous loop, much to the increasing irritation of James and his friends.Eisenberg is exemplary as the nerdy intellectual whose sensitivity and demeanor attract rather than repel women –– here’s that rare youth flick where it’s actually believable that the geek gets the girl –– while Stewart again demonstrates her standing as one of our most promising young actresses by ably tackling the script’s most complicated role. The supporting parts are also well–cast, offering familiar character types (flirtatious party girl, vulgar comedian, etc.) yet investing them with enough personality to offset any sense of deja vu. As for Adventureland itself, it’s presented as a second–rate amusement park, certainly not anybody’s idea of a choice spot for a first date. The same, however, cannot be said of the movie, an inviting entertainment that’s clearly worth the admission price.

DUPLICITY Duplicity is a jet–setting romp that proves to be as bright as it is brainy. Writer–director Tony Gilroy, flush from his Michael Clayton success, retains that film’s examination of corporate malfeasance yet replaces the sense of dread with a sense of style. After all, when a movie showcases a Caribbean hotel where rooms cost $10,000 per night, it’s clear that the protagonists won’t be cut from the same cloth as us po’ folks who have to worry about trifling matters like soaring unemployment rates and obstructionist Republican Congressmen. Indeed, the leads are played by Julia Roberts and Clive Owen, the sort of high–wattage movie stars so glamorous that it’s easy to believe even their

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Marginally interesting but not exactly successful, this Brooklyn-set drama casts Joaquin Phoenix as Leonard Kraditor, who lives with his parents (Isabella Rossellini and Moni Moshonov) after a failed suicide attempt sparked by a romantic fallout. The folks try to steer Leonard into a relationship with Sandra (Vinessa Shaw), the daughter of a business associate, but even as Leonard tentatively tries to make a go of it with this insecure woman, he finds himself drawn to his new neighbor Michelle (Gwyneth Paltrow), a self-described basketcase whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s having an affair with a married man (Elias Koteas). To his credit, Gray doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t try to sugarcoat any of the relationships in the picture -- as in real life, lonelyhearts are frequently drawn to people they should probably avoid, and declarations of love are often merely covers for ugly truths. But crucially, Gray and his leading man never make us care for Leonard Kraditor, nor do they find ways of making him interesting. Conversely, Sandra and especially Michelle are also flawed, yet the actresses inhabiting the parts add nuance to their charactersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; imperfections. Phoenix, on the other hand, merely seems distracted, as if he was already looking ahead to his new career as the music man.

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bath tissues are Armaniâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;designed. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s former CIA agent Claire Stenwick; heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;MI6 operative Ray Koval. Having both left their jobs to take lucrative assignments with rival corporations (the company CEOs are played in amusing fashion by Tom Wilkinson and Paul Giamatti), both Claire and Ray end up pooling their talents in order to swindle both companies and steal the formula for a new cosmetic product that will revolutionize the industry. But as they work overtime to insure theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re always one step ahead of their respective companiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; key personnel (not a dummy among them), Claire and Ray each wonder whether they can really trust the other person. If thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a fault with Duplicity, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that Gilroy relies far too heavily on fastbacks and flashbacksâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;withinâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;flashbacks to the point that the first halfâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;hour is often impenetrable â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C; telling the story in linear fashion would have still produced enough narrative twists to keep audiences happily engaged. Fortunately, as the movie continues, plot basics become more digestible, and it all pans out with a climactic â&#x20AC;&#x153;gotchaâ&#x20AC;? that should invoke happy memories of The Sting. Granted, as far as screen couples go, Roberts and Owen are no Newman and Redford, but theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re compatible enough to provide Duplicity with the requisite shot of Aâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;list aptitude.

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With its plotline involving extraterrestrials, a kid in potential peril, and a man obsessed with uncovering the truth behind unexplained phenomena, this could easily have been tagged Clod Encounters of the Absurd Kind. Sober in its intentions but laughable in its execution, Knowing begins promisingly, as a letter written by a little girl in 1959 finds itself, 50 years later, in the hands of John Koestler (Cage), an MIT professor whose wife died in a hotel fire a year earlier and who now must raise his son Caleb (Chandler Canterbury) by himself. Koestler soon figures out that the piece of paper, on which the child scrawled nothing but a lengthy series of numbers, actually foretold all the major disasters of the past five decades. The problem is that three of the prophesied disasters have yet to occur, leaving Koestler in the unenviable position of trying to figure out how to stop large–scale tragedies from taking place. Meanwhile, a group of shadowy figures spend their time trailing young Caleb; they’re meant to appear menacing, but that’s hard to accomplish when they basically all look like Sting impersonators.

Like most films in the Judd Apatow vein (the man himself wasn’t involved with this project, but the principal players are all veterans of his works), it attempts to strike a desirable balance between sweet sincerity and risque raunch. Yet perhaps more than any of the other films (Knocked Up, Superbad, etc.), it frequently pulls back when it reaches the edge of vulgarity. Delivering a performance that should have discerning women of all ages wanting to pinch his cheeks, Paul Rudd stars as Peter Klaven, a nice guy who’s always put his energy into his relationships with women. Because of this, he doesn’t have a single male friend –– the guy he’s closest to is his gay younger brother (nicely played by Andy Samberg) –– so after he proposes to his girlfriend Zooey (immensely appealing Rashida Jones) and realizes he has no one to serve as his best man at their wedding, he sets out on a mission to find an eligible dude. His first few “dates” are disastrous, but he eventually meets Sydney Fife (Jason Segel), who’s his complete opposite: disheveled in appearance, able to converse openly about sex, and completely comfortable in his own guy–skin.

Coraline

I Love You Man I Love You, Man comes dangerously close to striking out before it even steps up to the plate. First off, the basic premise, about a guy who goes off in search of a male friend to call his own, sounds imbecilic even on paper. Strike one. And then there’s the trailer, which, continuing an alarming trend these days, is cut in a shrill fashion to make the movie itself seem like a complete waste of time. Strike two. But I Love You, Man avoids striking out by remaining true to its own good–natured core.

Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas was actually Henry Selick’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, given that it was the latter who actually directed the film. Here, he displays his mastery again, helming an eye-popping animated extravaganza he adapted from Neil Gaiman’s best-selling book. 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 par-

ents 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.

Taken Taken 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 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 ex-wife (Famke Janssen) approves of their child traveling unsupervised with a friend (Katie Cassidy) to Paris, but the overprotective Bryan only reluctantly signs off. But father knows best af: Within hours of their arrival, the two teens are kidnapped as sex slaves. The script disappointingly turns Bryan from an ordinary man with specialized skills into a James Bond knockoff. But Pierre Morel directs crisply and efficiently, and Neeson delivers a typically compelling performance.

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 Darren Aronofsky and Mickey 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

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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 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.

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). cs

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Activism & Politics AMBUCS

is dedicated to creating mobility and independence of the disabled. Meets first and third Monday at noon. Ann Johnson, 897-4818. Hilton Garden Inn Savannah Midtown, 6711 Abercorn St. , Savannah

Coastal Democrats

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

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. Chinatown Buffet, 307 Highway 80 , Garden City

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 , Savannah http://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 , Savannah http://www.savstate. edu/

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. , Savannah

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. , Savannah

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 , Savannah http://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 , Savannah http://www.beaddreamer.com

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. , Savannah http://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. , Rincon

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. , Savannah

German Lessons

Individual, conversational, beginning and advanced lessons offered. Easy and fun. 845-7647045. Students talk about different topics which are chosen by the class members. Everybody who likes to train or brush up German is welcome. Meets on Monday from 7-8pm in Downtown Savannah on Park street close to Bull. Cost is $15. Reduced cost negotiable if you are a student or retired. If you sign up for 10 times you only pay $130. Class for beginners and individual training are available too. Call 845-764-7045 and leave a voice or text message.

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 , Savannah http://www.internationalcoach.org/

Life Painting Workshop with James Langley

April 17-18, 9am-4pm. $185. Judy Mooney, judymooney@bellsouth.net, 443 9313. The Freight Station, 703 Louisville Rd. , Savannah

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. , Savannah

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 , Savannah http:// www.oatlandisland.org/

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 ,

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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 , Savannah http://www. sjchs.org/1844.cfm

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 5:30, 6:30 or 7:30pm. $60 per quarter. 352-8366, tsaconservatory@bellsouth.net. Salvation Army Community Center, 3000 Bee Rd. , Savannah

Savannah Entrepreneurial Center

offers a variety of business classes. It is located at 801 E. Gwinnett St. Call 652-3582. Savannah Entrepreneurial Center, 801 E. Gwinnett Street , Savannah

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. , Savannah

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 , Savannah http://www.thestarfishcafe. org/

Summer Art Camp

The City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs will begin accepting registrations on April 20. Art Camp runs June 8 through Aug. 28 at S.P.A.C.E. studios, located at 9 W. Henry St. Registration forms are available online at www. savannahga.gov/arts or by calling 651-6783.

Summer Art Camps Instructors Needed

The City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs is accepting applications for visual and performing-art instructors for its Summer Art Camps, June 8-Aug. 28. E-mail an application with a resume and five portfolio images to Lisa Bradley, Visual Arts Coordinator, at lbradley@savannahga.gov. The deadline is Apr. 17. 651-6783. 651-6783, S.P.A.C.E., 9 W. Henry St. , http:// www.savannahga.gov/arts

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 , Savannah http://www.sbacsav.com/

Tybee Island Marine Science 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 3016. Senior, military and AAA discounts are available. Call 786-5917 or visit www.tybeemsc.org. Tybee Island Marine Science Center, 1510 Strand , Tybee Island http://www. tybeemsc.org/

Vocal Classes

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. , Savannah

Volunteer 101

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 , Savannah http:// www.uwce.org/

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. , 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. , Savannah

Clubs & Organizations AASU Sci-Fi Fantasy Club

This is an official student club of Armstrong Atlantic State University that accepts non-students 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. , Savannah http://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 , Richmond Hill

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 , Savannah

Clean Coast

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 , Savannah http://www.savj.org/

Coastal MINIs

is a group of local MINI Cooper owners and enthusiasts who gather on the first Sunday of the month at 10 a.m. to meet other MINI owners and go on motoring adventures together. Visit coastalminis.com. Starbucks, Victory Drive and

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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. , Savannah

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. , Savannah

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 , Thunderbolt

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 660-8257. Tubby’s Tank House (Thunderbolt), 2909 River Dr , Thunderbolt

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. , Savannah

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. , Savannah

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 , Savannah http://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 898-8316 or 898-5086 or visit www.mops.org. First Baptist Church of the Islands, 6613 Johnny Mercer Blvd , Savannah http://www.fbcislands.com/

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

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

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

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

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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 Thunderbolt. 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 , Thunderbolt

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 , Savannah http://www.stewart. army.mil/

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

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

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

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

Savannah Sunrise Rotary Club

meets Thursdays from 7:30-8:30 a.m. at the First City Club. First City Club, 32 Bull St , Savannah http://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 , Savannah http:// www.memorialhealth.com/

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 , Savannah http://www.booksamillion.com/

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 , Savannah http://

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 , Savannah

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. , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org/

The Armstrong Center

The Armstrong Center is available for meetings, seminars, workshops or social events. Classrooms, meeting space, auditorium and 6000square-foot ballroom. 344-2951. Armstrong Atlantic State University, 11935 Abercorn St. , Savannah http://about.armstrong.edu/Maps/index.html

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 , Savannah

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 , 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. , Savannah

Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 671 meets monthly at the American Legion Post 135, 1108 Bull St. Call James Crauswell at 9273356. American Legion, Post 135, 1108 Bull St. , Savannah

Westside Toastmasters Club

Dedicated to helping members improve their public speaking & leadership skills. Meets every Wednesday, 6-7:15pm. Guests welcome. http:// westside.freetoasthost.org Mighty 8th Air Force Museum, Bourne Avenue , Pooler

Dance African Dance & Drum

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 , Savannah

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 , Richmond Hill http://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 , Savannah

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. , Savannah

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 , Savannah

Home Cookin’ Cloggers

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 , Savannah

Islands Dance Academy and the Savannah Danse Theatre

Adult Ballet technique class, Thursday 1011:30am. $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 5:30-6:30pm, free for men who take the technique class. Adult Beginner- Intermediate Ballet, 7:30-8:30pm Monday and Thursday; Adult Hip-Hop in 6 wk sessions. Youth Ballet, tap and jazz classes run during school year. Call 897-2102 for more information. Islands Dance Academy, 115 Charlotte Rd.

Pole Dancing Class

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

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 , Thunderbolt http://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 , Savannah

Summer Dance Intensive

An opportunity to refine technique, develop your strength and learn some innovative new dances. June 15-19 Ages 8-11yrs -- Instructors: Amy Auhl, Suzanne Braddy, and John Cronin. Program: Ballet Variations, Character, Mime and Broadway Dance. Time: 9:30 a.m.- 1:00 - With performance on Friday. Fee: $150.00. June 22-26 Ages 12yrs - Adult; Instructors: Joulia Moiseeva, John Cronin, and Brittany Lynch Morse. Program: Ballet Technique, Pointe, Variations, Partnering, Character & Broadway Dance. Time: 9:30 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.- With performance on Friday. Fee: $150.00. Registration Deadline for both: Friday, May 29, 2009.For more information or to download a registration form go to www. savannahdansetheatre.org or call 897-2102 or email islandsdanceacademy@yahoo.com.

Swing Dancing by Savannah Swing Catz

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 , Savannah

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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. Tantra Lounge, 8 East Broughton Street , Savannah

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 , Savannah http://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 9257416. Doris Martin Dance Studio, 7360 Skidaway Rd , Savannah

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 , Savannah

ARIES

March 21-April 19 One of the casualties of the recession has been grooming and primping. Many people are devoting less time and money to maintaining their appearance at peak levels. Make-up sales are down, and I’ve definitely been seeing more unkempt -- or should I say raw and unadorned? -- people lately. If you’ve been considering the possibility of cutting back on your own preening, Aries, now would be a good time to experiment. Why? For one thing, your natural attractiveness is especially strong these days. For another, you’re entering a phase when you’ll need people’s approval less than usual. There’s also the fact that anything you do to simplify your life will be a tonic for your mental health.

TAURUS

Fitness

April 20-May 20

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 3553011 for an appointment. The school is located at 6413B Waters Ave. www.ssomt.com. Savannah School of Massage Therapy, Inc, 6413 Waters Avenue , Savannah http://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 , Savannah

Ashram Savannah Yoga Co Op

Discounted class prices, open studio time and special events. www.ashramsavannah.com. Ashram Savannah, 2424 Drayton St. , Savannah

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 , Savannah

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 , Pooler

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. , Savannah http://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 , Savannah

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Artist Amy Marx makes gorgeous paintings of tornadoes. She’s your role model for the coming weeks, Taurus. I hope that she will inspire you to use your chaos productively . . . to welcome elemental energy as raw material for your efforts to beautify your world. Are you up to the challenge? I think you are, although you may have to expand your attitude toward certain phenomena that seem disruptive. (See Marx’s tornadoes here: tinyurl. com/78xg63.)

GEMINI

May 21-June 20 “I’m having a very good crisis,” financier George Soros said recently. The global economic turmoil that has brought such stress for so many other people has earned him millions of dollars. That’s no accident: A couple of years ago, Soros foresaw the approaching upheaval and made a raft of smart adjustments in anticipation. I predict that you will have your own very good crisis in the next few weeks, Gemini -- especially if you set aside some time now to plan all the ways you might be able to capitalize on the upcoming challenges.

CANCER

June 21-July 22 What I’d really like to see you do in the coming weeks is party harder and party smarter than usual. In my astrological opinion, you’re most likely to attract life’s maximum generosity by shedding some of your social inhibitions and cultivating the pleasures of

free-form networking. Believe me, I know how important it is for you to maintain the kind of strict boundaries that protect you from being overly influenced by other people. It’s what keeps you in close touch with your intuition. But for the foreseeable future, I think you’ll thrive on the unexpected blessings that come from giving yourself to the intelligence of the crowd.

LEO July 23-Aug. 22 Some celebrities have hired ghostwriters to communicate for them via Twitter. In a recent tweet from rapper 50 Cent, actually sent by his operative Chris Romero, his fans were told that “My ambition leads me through a tunnel that never ends.” I hope you won’t follow 50 Cent’s lead in the coming weeks, Leo -- either in the sense of hiring a ghost-Twitterer or in the sense of following your ambition down a tunnel that never ends. In my astrological opinion, you need to work on eliminating middlemen and go-betweens as you pursue your ambition through sunlit fields that lift your spirit.

VIRGO

Aug. 23-Sept. 22 I give thanks for the dented rusty brown and grey 1967 Chevy pick-up truck that my neighbor parks askew on the shoulder of the road a few blocks from my house. Its messy appeal helps snap me back to sanity when my own perfectionism threatens to de-soul me, or when all the shiny, sleek, polished things of the world are on the verge of hypnotizing me into believing that they alone should be considered attractive. Are there equivalent icons in your life, Virgo? Funky, unwieldy, anomalous things that are sublime in their own way? I suspect you’ll benefit from their influence more than usual in the coming days.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Cracked.com ran an article on “5 Things You Think Will Make You Happy (But Won’t).” Here’s a hint about what those things are: fame, wealth, beauty, genius, and power. You might want to go and read the essay at tinyurl.com/d974te. Even if you don’t entirely agree with its points, it should inspire you to get more realistic about what specifically does increase your levels of well-being. It happens to be an

excellent phase of your astrological cycle to home in on the surprising and idiosyncratic truths about what helps you feel like you belong here on this planet.

SCORPIO

Oct. 23-Nov. 21 In Salmon Rushdie’s book *The Enchantress of Florence,* an exasperated ally of the manipulative 16th-century politician Machiavelli tells him, “It’s your curse to see the world too f------ clearly, and without a shred of kindness.” Some of you Scorpios suffer from a milder version of the same curse, and judging from the astrological omens, I’d say that right now you’re especially susceptible to the problems it can create. I do think there’s a way out for you, however; there’s a shift you can make to turn the curse into a blessing. Here’s what you have to do: See the world as f------ clearly as you dare, but with a dose of compassion added. Then your shrewd perceptiveness will heal you and energize you. You may even spawn minor miracles by penetrating to the slippery truths hiding beneath the superficial appearances.

SAGITTARIUS Nov. 22-Dec. 21

If intelligent extraterrestrial beings arrived on planet Earth and asked for a meeting, who would we send forth to serve as our ambassador? Believe it or not, the favorite choice, as determined in an Internet poll, was heavy metal musician and TV personality Ozzy Osbourne. Although he wouldn’t be my own top candidate, I could see how a Sagittarian pioneer like Osbourne would make sense. Your tribe is especially adept right now at facilitating unprecedented combinations. If anyone could successfully compare apples and oranges, it would be you. If anyone could explain to an anthropologist from Mars the deeper meaning of Paris Hilton and the Octo-mom and the American government’s purchase of toxic assets, it would be you.

CAPRICORN Dec. 22-Jan. 19 At the risk of endangering her own safety, a Capricorn woman I know intervened to protect a 14-year-old neighbor girl who was being beaten on the porch by her father. Another one of my Capricorn acquaintances informed her boss that she was offended by a certain unethical practice she’d discovered the company engaged in. You may not summon such extreme courage in the coming week, but I bet you’ll get close to it. It’s the Season of Fierce Integrity for you -- a time to dig deeper as you demonstrate your intensely practical commitment to your core values.

AQUARIUS Jan. 20-Feb. 18

I actually kind of hope that your brain is in major overload right now. I hope that you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the new information you’ve absorbed, and that your imagination is a blur of wheels within wheels within wheels spinning at top speeds. In fact I’ll go so far as to say that if this is the case, you’re definitely on the right track. You’re doing what’s necessary to prepare for rebuilding your foundation in May. And if for some reason there are no wheels within wheels within wheels spinning at top speeds -- if your mind is as empty and clear as a cloudless blue sky in Montana -- then you’re probably doing something wrong. So get out there and start stuffing it with new ideas, radical theories, crazy speculations, wild guesses, and raw perceptions.

PISCES

Feb. 19-March 20 “I’m beginning to understand myself,” said jazz pianist Dave Brubeck. “But it would have been great to be able to understand myself when I was 20 rather than when I was 82.” While this might sound discouraging, it’s actually a prelude to some very good news: You now have extraordinary power to dramatically deepen your self-knowledge. Between now and May 20, you might even be able to extract insights into your own mysteries that would normally only be available to an 82-year-old. cs

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Fit Lunch

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 912-2249667. www.bodybalance.com. Fitness Body & Balance Personal Training Studio, 2209 Rowland Ave, Suite 2 , Savannah

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 , Savannah http://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. , Savannah http://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. , Savannah

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. , Savannah http://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 , Savannah http://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 , Savannah http://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 , Savannah

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. , Savannah

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 , Savannah

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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. , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org

Tybee Island Sunrise Boot Camp

Mommy and Baby Yoga Classes

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 , Tybee Island

Moms in Motion

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 , Savannah

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 , Savannah http://www. savannahyoga.com/

Wing Chun Kung Fu

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. , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org/

Yoga at the Telfair!

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. , Savannah http://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 , Savannah

Qi Gong

Ancient Chinese “energy work,” the precursor of Tai Chi. Gentle exercises that relax and energize. Good for seniors or any age group. Sundays. 4pm. Ashram Savannah, 2424 Drayton St. , Savannah http://www.ashramsavannah. com/

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. 234-6371. Southern Hemisphere, 41 Habersham St. , Savannah

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 , Savannah

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, 3305421. Delaware Recreation Center, 1815 Lincoln St. , Savannah

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 , Savannah http://www.savannahyoga.com/

Tai Chi Classes

St. Joseph’s/Candler Center for Wellbeing offers classes Mondays and Fridays from 10:3011:30 a.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Pre-register by calling 819-6463. Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5354 Reynolds Ave. , Savannah http://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 , Savannah http://www.thesavannahyogaroom. com/

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 , Savannah http://www.telfair.org/

Yoga at the Telfair!

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 , Savannah http://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. , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org/

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 , Savannah http://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. , Savannah

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

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 2243238. First City Network, 307 E Harris St , Savannah http://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 , Savannah http://www.firstcitynetwork.net/

Health 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. , Savannah

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 , Savannah

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 , Savannah http://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 , Savannah http://www.savannahspeechandhearing.org/

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. , Savannah

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 , Savannah http://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 , Rincon http://www.themidwifegroup.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

nahtreefoundation.com. L. Scott Stell Community Park, 195 L. Scott Stell Road , 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 , Savannah

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 , Savannah http:// www.oatlandisland.org/

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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. , Savannah http://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. , Savannah

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 , Savannah

Memorial Health blood pressure check

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 , Savannah http://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 , Savannah http://www. memorialhealth.com/

Pregnancy Yoga

Eight week sessions held on Tuesdays from 6-7:15pm. Helps pregnant women prepare for labor and delivery. $100. Ann Carroll, 704-7650 or ann@aikyayoga.com. Office Building, 7116 Hodgson Memorial Dr. ,

Take a walk on the wild side

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 , Tybee Island http://www. tybeemsc.org/

Pets & Animals

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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 , Savannah

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 , Ridgeland http://www.snac1.com/

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 , Savannah

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Smoke Stoppers

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 , Savannah http://www.caninepalacesavannah. com

Team Savannah Wellness

Readings & Signings

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. , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org/ 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 , Savannah

Nature and Environment 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.savan-

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 , Savannah http://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 , Savannah

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Religious & Spiritual 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 , Savannah

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. ,

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 , Savannah http://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. , Savannah http://www.uusavannah. org

Fifty Years of Worship and Service

is the theme of the St. George’s Episcopal Church 50th Anniversary celebration, Wednesday, April 15 at 7 pm. The Bishop of Georgia will be the celebrant for the liturgy, and founding pastor the Rev. Dawson Teagues will be in attendance. 925.6517 or 604.4330. 15 Willow Road , Savannah

| Submit your event | email: happenings@connectsavannah.com | fax: (912) 231-9932 | 1800 E. Victory Dr., Suite 7, Savannah, GA 31404 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. , Savannah

Metaphysics For Everyday Self-Mastery

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. , Savannah

Midweek Bible Study

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 , Savannah http://www.montgomerypresbyterian.com/

Music Ministry for Children & Youth

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 , Savannah http:// 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. , Savannah

Noonday Downtown Bible Study

with Pastor Ricky Temple every Wednesday at noon. Free lunch provided. 927-8601, www. overcomingbyfaith.org. 927-8601 , Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull Street , Savannah http://www. savannahtheatre.com

Quakers (Religious Society of Friends)

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 , Savannah http://www.trinitychurch1848.org/

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. The Freedom Path Science of Life Center, 619 W 37th St. , Savannah

Stand for Peace

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 Square, Bull & Abercorn Sts. , Savannah

The Savannah Zen Center

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. , Savannah

Unitarian Universalist Beloved Community Church

Customer Appreciation Party Thurs Apr. 23rd 4pm-7pm

Free Oyster Roast $2 16oz. Yuengling & Bud Light Drafts

Voted Best Adult entertAinment! Turn right @ the Great Dane statue on Bay St. We’re on the left just past the curve!

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. , Savannah

Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah

Liberal religious community where different people with different beliefs gather as one faith. Sunday, 11 am, Troup Square Sanctuary. 2340980, admin@uusavannah.org or www.uusavannah.org. Unitarian Universalist Church of Savannah, 313 Harris St. , Savannah http://www. uusavannah.org

Unitarian Universalist Men’s Group

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. , Savannah http://www. uusavannah.org

Unity of Savannah

233-6930 • 12 N. Lathrop Ave. Savannah MoN-SAt 11AM-3AM • SuNdAyS 5pM-2AM

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 , Savannah http://www.unityofsavannah. org/

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. , Savannah

Women’s Bible Study

at the Women’s Center of Wesley Community Centers. Call 447-5711 or Wesley Community Center, 1601 Drayton St , Savannah http://www. wesleyctrs-savh.org/

Sports & Games 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 , Pooler

Support Groups 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. , Savannah

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 , Pooler

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. , Savannah

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 , Savannah http:// www.fpc.presbychurch.net

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. , Savannah

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 , Savannah http://www.siumc.org/

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 , Savannah http://www.memorialhealth. com/backus

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 , Savannah http://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 , Savannah http://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 , Savannah http://www.memorialhealth.com/

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. , Savannah

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. , Savannah

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. , Savannah

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 , Savannah

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. , Savannah http://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. , Savannah http://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. , Savannah

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 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 , Savannah http://www.trinitychurch1848.org/

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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 , Savannah http://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 , Savannah http://www.memorialhealth.com/

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. , Savannah

Fibromyalgia support group

meets the second Thursday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Conference Room 2, Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5356 Reynolds St.. 8196743. Candler Heart and Lung Building, 5354 Reynolds Ave. , Savannah http://www.sjchs. org

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 , Savannah http://www. memorialhealth.com/

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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, 7212 Seawright Dr. , Savannah

HeartBeats for Life - GA

A free support and education group for those who have suffered, or want to prevent heart attacks, strokes, heart disease, type 2 diabetes. Contact Jeff@heartbeatsforlife-ga.org, 598-8457.

Hope House

provides housing and support services such as life skills, resources and referrals, followup 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. , Savannah

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. , Savannah http://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 , Savannah http://www.memorialhealth.com/

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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 , Savannah http://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 , Savannah

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 , Savannah http://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 , Savannah http://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. , Savannah

Lung Cancer Support Group

Lung Cancer Support Group is for families who are going through lung

| Submit your event | email: happenings@connectsavannah.com | fax: (912) 231-9932 | 1800 E. Victory Dr., Suite 7, Savannah, GA 31404 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. , Savannah

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. , Savannah

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 , Savannah http:// 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 , Savannah http://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 , Savannah http://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,

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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. , Savannah http://www.sjchs.org/

Multiple Sclerosis support group

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. 3551523. St James Catholic Church, 8412 Whitfield Ave , Savannah

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. , Savannah http://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. , Savannah http://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 , Savannah http://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. , Savannah http:// www.sjchs.org/

Overeaters Anonymous

meets Wednesdays at 5:30pm. Melissa, 8444524. First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave , Savannah http://www.fpc.presbychurch.net

Overeaters Anonymous

meets Fridays, 6:30pm. Melissa, 844-4524. Unity Church of Savannah, 2320 Sunset Blvd , Savannah http://www.unityofsavannah.org/

Pancreatic Cancer Support Group

Call Jennifer Currin at 350-7845. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue , Savannah http://www.memorialhealth. com/

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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

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.

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. 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 , Savannah http://www.uwce.org/

Self help women’s group

Members help each other with the support of a therapist to stop hurting themselves and get healthy. All women who cut themselves or eat too much or too little are welcome. 335 2508.

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 , Savannah

Spinal Injury Support Group

meets every third Thursday of the month at 5:30 p.m. at the Rehabilitation Institute at Memorial Health. Call Jami Murray at 350-8900. Memorial Health University Medical Center, 4700 Waters Avenue www.memorialhealth.com/

Spouse/Life Partner Grief Support

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. Open to anyone living with, through or beyond a cancer diagnosis and their support person or persons. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Call 819-5723. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 225 Reynolds Ave. cs

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For people on the move, there’s HMSHost. Wherever there are people on the go, that’s where you’ll find HMSHost. HMSHost operates in many of the world’s largest airports and busiest motorways, creating innovative dining and shopping experiences around the globe. We represent food and beverage brands such as T.G.I. Friday’s, Starbucks, Outback Steakhouse and Burger King, as well as retail brands including Bath & Body Works, Fossil, Brookstone and Tommy Hilfiger. We need dedicated, energetic, imaginative, people-oriented individuals like you to continue our tradition of fast, friendly, fun service at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport.

NEEDED ASAP! Experienced Maintenance Man. Able to keep up with numerous rentals in and around Savannah. Plumbing, Electrical, Drywall, etc. Call 354-9217, ask for Linda/ Pickup truck a must.

CASHIERS Now hiring for our Starbucks and Burger King locations at the airport. $8.00 per hour to start. Starbucks Cashiers may also earn tips! COOKS Minimum of 1 year of related cooking experience, preferably in a high volume or fast casual dining restaurant environment. Applications are accepted in person, MONDAY - THURSDAY, 10am and 4pm, at the Food Court in the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport. HMSHost Making the Traveler’s Day Better. www.hmshost.com EOE M/F/D/V. Drug-free environment. Criminal background checks and pre-employment testing will be conducted. HMSHost is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes diversity in the workforce. F/T OR P/T CUSTOMER SERVICE HELP needed for busy medical equipment company. EXPERIENCE is a must! Must be able to help walk-ins and hit the ground running. Good salary. Please fax resume to 912 233-4370. bUY. sELL. FREE!

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-1017 Elliott St3BR/2BA, brand new, section 8 welcomed. 875/month -528 MLKLuxury 1BR/1BA w/Den- $650.00, 2BR/2.5BA, $800.00 -526 MLK Office or Store Space $795.00/month Contact Cynthia 912-604-6670 Happenings

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1219-1/2 EAST PARK AVE. 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment. Living room, brand new stove, refrigerator, totally updated. $475/month, water I ncluded. 912-658-7750

2301-A ABERCORN STREET. 1BR, 1BA, $525/month. W/D connections, CH/A, all electric. No pets.

1418 EAST 57TH STREET Nice 3BR/1BA Home with central heat/air, on quiet dead-end street. Lease option or Section 8. $800/month plus down payment or deposit. Call 507-7875 or 356-5384.

3BR/2BA home located on Ranchland Dr. off of Skidaway. Detached garage or workshop, Privacy fence, Covered patio, Includes all appliances and W/D hookup. No pets or Section 8. $900/month, $900/deposit. Please call 912-355-6803 to view. $30 non-refundable application fee includes background check, employment and rental history.

1602 EAST 37TH STREET, 2BR. $550 w/o deposit. 601 STALEY AVENUE, 2BR $550 w/o deposit. 701 WOODHOUSE LANE, 2BR $650/month w/o deposit. 1218-1/2 EAST 32ND, 1BR $450/month w/o deposit. No background check. 912-507-7174 or 912-844-7274 .

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2BR/2BA, southside condo new carpet, tile, pool, free water, screened porch, washer/dryer included. $675/month. Call Eric. 220-1566

2300 Waters Avenue Savannah, GA 31401 For sale *1201 E 32nd St. Duplex, two large apartments. Good income. Good Price. RENTALS **4101 Rockdale St 3BR/1.5BA, living room, kitchen, large den, $850/month. **612W 44th St 2 bedroom upstairs apt. Living room, kitchen-bath, carpet/wood floors, CH&A, $550 rend + security. Landlords Are you getting a headache from managing your rental property? Are the fees for the managing agents too high? If that’s the case, cal Lester. We specialize in rental property management, offering the very best service, and the most reasonable fees. Call Lester at 912-231-5650 or 912-313-8261

2BR HOUSE FOR RENT at 212 West 61st Street. $650/month. Call 912-308-7731. *3BR/1BA, 1105 E 39th st, washer/dryer connections, completely renovated. $750/month. CH&A, *Large 3 bedroom 1.5 bath, 540 W 44th street. CH&A, Washer/dryer connection, parking. $875/month. 912-354-3884 414 EAST 50TH 1BR Apt. appliances, CH&A, water & garbage included $625/month. 4907 MONTGOMERY 2BR House, CH&A, $650/month. 2219 FLORIDA AVENUE 2BR House, CH&A, washer/dryer connections, $725/month. 216 SCREVEN AVE 3BR Brick, CH&A, fenced yard $725/month.

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Ready April 1st. 3BR/2BA Home, Large den w/fireplace, New carpet and paint, Fenced yard, Includes all kitchen appliances with W/D hookup. $975/month, $975/deposit. No pets or Section 8. Please call 912-355-6803 to view. $30 non-refundable application fee includes background check, past employment and rental history.

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One room efficiency apartment, kitchenette includes stove and refrigerator, bathroom with stand-up shower, water included, total electric. No pets, not accepting Section 8. $350/month, $350/deposit. Please call 912-355-6803 to view. $30 non-refundable application fee which includes background check, employment verification and past rental history. 8618 West Creighton Place: Cresthill Subdivision Near St. James Church/School. 3BR, 1.5BA, LR & small den, kitchen w/appliances, laundry, fenced yard, large storage/workshop, carport. Pets ok with approval. References/credit check required. $900/month, $875/deposit. 898-0078

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BURNSIDE ISLAND Deepwater-9 Amanda Drive: floating dock, 3BR, 2BA, LR, large eat-in kitchen w/dishwasher, large fenced yard, garage, C H/A, near ICW, outdoor kitchen. No pets or s m o k i n g. $1800/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 $1350/month. 128 Runner Rd. Wilmington Island: 3BR, 2BA, LR, DR, furnished kitchen, garage, bonus room $1350/month. 2505 Wood Ave. Thunderbolt 3BR, 2BA, LR, dining area, furnished kitchen, patio, all electric. CH/A $1200/month. 2 Gunpowder Ct. 3BR, 2BA, LR/DR combo, furnished eat-in kitchen, bonus room, garage $1100/month. 210 Windsor Rd. 3BR, 2BA, LR, dining area, furnished kitchen, den, game room, office, CH/A, fenced yard $1075/month. 2011 Linnhurst 3BR, 1BA, LR, furnished kitchen, CH&A, W/D connection $800/mo. 1408 E. 49th St. 2BR, 1BA, LR, furnished eat-in kitchen, sunroom, CH/A, hardwood floors $795/month. 401 N .Baldwin Cir. 3BR, 1BA, LR, DR, furnished kitchen, laundry room, carpor t $775/month. 426 Screven Ave. 2BR, 1BA, LR, furnished eat-in kitchen, carport, fresh paint, CH/A $750/month. 639 E. 39th St. 2BR, 2BA, LR, DR, furnished kitchen, sunroom, office, porch, CH/A $775/month. 2216 Capital St. 2BR, 1BA, furnished kitchen, LR, large den, laundry room, workshop $695/month. Pam T. Property 692-0038 To view pictures go to: www.pamtproperty.com

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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

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Section 8 Accepted 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. $1050/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 fe n c e. $1,100/month + Dep $900. Pets OK with Approval. References & Credit Check Required on Rentals

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GARDEN STUDIO (ONE LARGE ROOM). Cottage Apartment on 49th Street near Daffin Park. Compact, furnished kitchen area, walk-in closet, bath w/shower, patio. Recently refurbished. Rent INCLUDING UTILITIES: $550/monthly. Security deposit: $450. One-year lease. No-fee application required. Shown by appointment. Call 441-0397

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3 bedrooms, 2 baths w/garage and fireplace, large master bedroom plus Georgetown amenities. $1100/deposit, $1100/month. Available Now. 912-441-4185

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Georgetown-Kings Grant

6 East White Hawthorne, 2BR/2BA, kitchen furnished, newly remodeled. All amenities included, no pets. $785/month+security, No sec tion-8 Call:912-507-4704

HARDEEVILLE

Singlewide mobile home on Savannah River. $450/month, $450/deposit. Call 964-4451.

House for rent. 225 McIntyre. In West Savannah. 2BR, appliances included, near busline, $475/month call Robert 272-1197

HOUSE FOR RENT: 2BR, LR, Bath, Kitchen/Dining and Fenced-in backyard. Good neighborhood. Call 912-231-0959 or 351-9001

HOUSE FOR RENT: 643 West 40th Lane (between Burroughs & Florence). 3 bedrooms with central heating & air. $695/month. Call 912-844-0694 or 508-2397

3BR/1BA, Very neat and clean. Quiet neighborhood. $825/month. Plus deposit. No Pets. Call 912-832-6970 Newly renovated home, 3BR/1BA living room dinette, and kitchen CH&A, new windows w/half screens. Floors: carpet and ceramic. Section 8 accepted. $850/month. K.Johnson, 232-7357 or 803-236-6078 NICE 3BR/1BA HOUSE, Living room, dining room, ex-large kitchen, CH&A. $750 per month, $750/deposit. Please call 912-234-6150. 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 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.

Sandfly

Spacious 3 bedroom 2 bath home located at 7326 Wisteria St. IOH school district. Sale price $205,000. Or lease at $1100/month + deposit. Call Phyllip Brennan at 663-1773 SOUTHSIDE Whitfield Avenue. House for rent. 2Bedrooms 1.5 Baths, livingroom, dining-room, den, $650/month. 1 months rent deposit. 912-695-3872

Springfield:

2BR/2BA, 1032 Ash Street Ext.. $625/month, + deposit. 912-429-1293 or 912-657-5592

SPRING TIME SPECIAL WINDSOR ARMS

12409 LARGO DRIVE

1BR $609/month 2BR $709/month

Plus one month free rent. Call for details now! 925-4811 or Email windsorarmskmc@comcast.net TOWNHOME: 1600 Habersham St. between 32nd & 33rd St., Savannah. Thomas Square area. Spacious 2BR/1BA, kitchen and living room. $575/month plus $575/deposit. Virtual tour at www.habershamplace.com. Call Adam @ 234-2726.

*12509 Kingwood, Windsor Forest, 3BR, 1.5 Ba, $850/month *308 E 66th street, 2Br, $850/MONTH.

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*25 Berkley Place 3 BR, $750/month, *51st street, 1 BR/1BA, upstairs, $550/month

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VICTORIAN DISTRICT: 527 E. Park Ave. Renovated 1900’s house, 3BR/2BA, offstreet parking, central heat/air, deck, washer/dryer & dishwasher. $950/monthly. 912-507-4637. ConneCt Savannah ClaSSified adS Work! ConneCtsavannah.Com music, Art And EvEnts listings. updAtEd dAily And whEn wE’rE not working on thE print Edition

WE BUY HOUSES 2139 Causton Bluff 3BR/2BA, central heat/air $950/month, $850/deposit. 818 Dyches Drive 1BR/1BA Cottage. $560/month, $460/deposit.

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WILMINGTON ISLAND Seagate Subdivision 3BR/2BA, 2-car garage, fenced. Walking distance to Marshpoint & Islands Elementary. Close to Coastal Middle School. Small pets ok. Clean, quiet neighborhood. $995/month, 912-663-9941.

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CLEAN, FURNISHED Room, on busline, $85-$115/week plus deposit. Call 210-1327 or 236-1952

DOWNTOWN & SOUTHSIDE:

$125/week furnished rooms w/cable tv,wi-fi, free laundry & off street parking. All utilities included. See online at: http://savannahrooms.cjb.net CALL 912-220-8691

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WINDSOR CROSSINGS

2BR/2 Bath, trash & water included. $500/deposit, $675/rent.

GEORGETOWN CONDO

2BR/2 Bath, breakfast area, fireplace, W/D included. $500/deposit, $795/rent.

Zeno Moore Construction 409 E. Mont. Xrds. 927-4383

CommerCial ProPerty For rent 890

MEDICAL ARTS AREA, OFFICE

Upscale decor, high traffic. 5206 Waters. $900. Call for details. Frank Moore & Co. 920-8560 WAREHOUSE FOR RENT: Thunderbolt area off Rowland Ave. 800sqft. Over-sized door, includes:Water, electricity and alarm. $750/month, $750/security-deposit. Contact Stephen, 234-3568. WAREHOUSE OFFICE: 5400 Sq.Ft. $2000/month. Near loop 26, I-16.

Hassell Realty Co, Inc. 234-1291

FURNISHED EFFICIENCY: 1510 Lincoln St. $145/week or $155/week for double occupancy, deposit equals 1wks rent. Includes utilities! Call 912-231-0240

LEGAL Rooming House in business

over 20 yrs. Freshly painted Apts $150/wk. Rooms $70-80/wk. Furnished and utilities included. Call 234-9779 NEAR MEMORIAL East Savannah. Furnished, includes utilities, central heat/air, Comcast cable, high-speed internet, television, washer/dryer. Hardwood floors, ceramic tile in kitchen and bath. Shared Kitchen & Shared bath. 5 minutes to Memorial Hospital. Call 912-210-0181.

ROOMS FOR RENT

Completely furnished. Central heat and air. Conveniently located on busline. $120/week. Call 912-844-5995

ROOMS FOR RENT

Furnished rooms with washer/dryer, free cable/phone, on busline. $130/weekly, No deposit. 604 E.33rd Street & 2015 Downing St. Call Greg, 912-484-7729

1988 BMW 735i, dove grey, over $8000 in repairs done in last 12mos. Very good condition. $4000. Ask for Mr. Dan, 964-1421. 1992 DODGE DAKOTA, $1750 OBO. 117K miles, V8, runs great, tow package, camper shell included. Call Mon-Thurs, 912-354-1300, Fri-Sun, 912-713-8870. 1993 DODGE STEALTH, red w/black interior, 68K miles, $2800. Call 352-9668 or 656-3191. 1994 CHEVY Red pickup, model S10, 5-speed, 200K miles, A/C, CD player. $3500. 1997 FORD F150, automatic, Toolbox body, dual gas tanks, A/C, CD player, 200K miles, one owner $4,000. TRAILER by Pace. 4-wheel, enclosed, 3-door accessibility, one owner, $3,500.

Call 912-663-0210

Nice/clean, furnished rooms, CH&A, kitchen furnished, washer/dryer, cable. Located on busline. $110-$125 weekly. Call 912-401-1116

1997 FORD F-150, AC, AM/FM radio, toolbox, trailer hitch, PW $3400. Enclosed box/lawn trailer, 12x6 $1500. Also brand new spare tire. 912-398-0721, 912-920-0603.

Rooms w/microwave, refrigerator, central heat/air, washer/dryer, cable. Starting at $100/week. Call 912-508-3262.

1997 SILVERADO, Extended cab. AC, CD player, MP3. Excellent condition, well maintained. $5500 OBO. Call 692-1361 or 658-8061.

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1997 VOLVO 850 WAGON Leather, PW, PL, Cruise, CD, AC, 3rd row seat, 164K miles. $3000 OBO. Call 912-484-2975. Safe, quiet, Christian environment in new home. Utilities included. On busline. $135/wkly, $75/deposit. Male Preferred Call:912-484-1347

1998 CHEVY EXPRESS CONVERSION VAN. 92K miles, runs great. One owner, all records available. $3500 OBO. Call 912-695-0128.

Stonebridge

1999 CHEVY VENTURE MINIVAN, 7-passenger, w/48K miles on rebuilt engine, fully loaded, very clean $2750. Call 352-2281 or 604-4353.

Looking to share home. 2 furnished bedrooms. Each with tv, cable, phone and use of amenities. $150/week. No deposit or lease, no pets or smoking. Call for appt. 234-6892

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cars 910 1987 BMW FOR SALE, everything works. $2000 OBO. Call 912-330-8275

‘93 Toyota Camry

Only $600! Runs Real Good!! For listings 800-536-8309 x5068

‘94 HONDA ACCORD

Only $900! Police Impounds! For Listings 800-536-8309 x7180

Alero For Sale For sale low mileage, great starter car, new tires in 08. Great condition. Maintenance kept up with as scheduled. AUTO. 1981 Camaro 350. Drives great, $4000 OBO. Cheri, 912-232-7462 FENDER BENDER? Paint & Body Work. Reasonably Priced. Insurance Claims. We buy wrecks. Call 912-355-5932. GREAT STUDENT CAR

2000 Dodge Intrepid 4-door, PW, PL, CD, AT, runs great. $1,800 OBO. Call 429-7274 POLICE IMPOUNDS! Cars from $500! For listings 1-800-536-8309 x4647. Motorcycles/ AtVs 940 KAWASAKI MULE 3010 4x4 Camo, with windshield, wench and lift kit. Chrome rims 70 hrs.of use. Asking $7500. Call 272-8496. Campers/rVs 960 27FT. ‘02 DUTCHMAN LITE, 5th Wheel w/large slide out and bunks. Excellent condition. $10,000. Call 658-3226 after 4pm.

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1987 DODGE DAKOTA $1000. 1976 DODGE CORONET $800. Both run and are drivable. Call 912-631-8935.

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Near Isle of Hope

2401 BONAVENTURE 2BR, 2.5BA brick townhouse $2250/down, $750/rent. 2407 TENNESSEE AVE Large lot, new roof, CH&A $2250/down, $725/rent. 930 SEILER AVE 3BR/2BA, corner lot, all electric $2400/down, $800/rent.

ROOM FOR RENT: Safe Environment. Central heat/air, cable, telephone service. $400/$500 monthly, $125/security deposit, no lease. Immediate occupancy. Call Mr. Brown: 912-663-2574 or 912-234-9177. ROOMMATE WANTED. Mature professional for 3BR/2BA home. Cable. W/D, Utilities included Berwick Cottonvale area. $395 monthly. Call Ed at 912-234-0854 ROOMS AND UNFURNISHED APARTMENTS for RENT at Waters and Anderson St. (1020 East Anderson) Call 912-341-7420 X201

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MOBILE HOMES: Available for rent. Located in mobile home park. Starting at $450 per month and up. 912-658-4462 or 925-1831.

RENT-TO-OWN NO CREDIT CHECK GUARANTEED FINANCING

TYBEE BEACH 1BR/1BA oceanview condo, pool. No pets, no smoking. 1yr lease, references. $880/month plus electricity. 404-290-1264

BLOOMINGDALENO DEPOSIT Furnished room in quiet area. Includes utilities, television, washer and dryer, stove, refrigerator, highspeed internet, Comcast cable. Near Gulfstream, I-16 and airport. Shared kitchen and bath. Call 912-210-0181 or 912-210-0144

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2 duplexes for rent. *1921 A & 1926 Fenwick Ave. $650/month, 3BR/1BA, both duplexes have carpet, CH&A, washer/dryer hookup, fenced yard, deposit same as rent. Pets negotiable. References, 1-year lease. 912-897-1984

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WILMINGTON ISLAND HOME 8 CYPRESS COVE: 3bedrooms, 3-baths, large bonus room $1,700. SOUTHSIDE HOME 20 CARLISLE LANE: 3bedrooms, 2-baths, $1100. POOLER HOMES 138 W. TISBURY LN: 3-bedrooms, 2-baths $1,050. 31 STALWICK DR: 3bedrooms, 2-baths, Den $1,050. JEAN WALKER REALTY LLC 912-898-4134

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TYBEE - 2BR/1BA Apt., central-heat/air. Walk to beach, 1 block f ro m A J ’s. $850/month, $850/deposit. 912-507-4637.

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RENT TO OWN HOME: 2 Commodore Court, 4BR/3.5BA, pool, marsh view. $2500/month. Contact Stephen at 234-3568.

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HOUSE, Private: 844 Staley Ave. 2-Bedrooms, no appliances $575/month, 2 month’s rent. APT: 818B W. 47th 2-Bedrooms, appliances $550/month, 2 month’s rent. 820-1/2B W. 47th 2-Bedrooms, recently renovated, total electric $500/month. Call 236-5032. No-pets.

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