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pub notes Local Yokels What does local mean? The We Are Athens group has been working on a definition for a couple of years, and their answer has to do with local ownership—where decisions are made: where the buck stops. Local means local. Wal-Mart with homegrown tomatoes isn’t local.

Local is the new buzzword, the new green. Everybody wants to be local. Even local is no longer local enough. “Hyperlocal” is the goal. Multinational corporations specialize in hyperlocality. There’s a new conglomerate formed by the fusion of America Online and The Huffington Post that is starting hyperlocal community news websites under the Patch.com brand in communities all over the country. They are headquartered in New York City and helmed by lots of heavy-hitting executives formerly from places like Gannett (USA Today), Disney, CBS, Lehman Brothers, Google, Yahoo, Fox, CNN, etc., with Arianna Huffington herself in overall charge of the news operation.

What this means locally is that Athens now has its own Patch site, which just went live. The business plan is to hire a local, professional journalist who lines up local writers (including some of ours) to cover the local scene, with support from the team in New York. The result is a series of sites that provide Athens is a local news in lots of localities. tempting target for Welcome Patch! We can’t get enough news, and you outsider-as-insider don’t have to be local to know journalism. which way the wind is blowing.

Athens is a tempting target for outsider-as-insider journalism. The Augusta-based Morris Corporation started the trend 45 years ago when it bought the Athens Banner-Herald and then the Athens Daily News. Ever since then the Morris newspapers have been our “local” daily paper, and in spite of all the profits flowing out of Athens to support the national Morris chain, nobody here cared that the newspaper wasn’t locally owned or that the publisher lives in Oconee County. (Interestingly, we notice the parent corporation more now that they’re cannibalizing the Banner-Herald to service Morris Corporation deficits.)

And of course we have Bulldawg Illustrated from Brunswick and their little Guide 2 Athens. We’ve got Athens Food and Culture out of Macon plus The Red and Black UGA student newspaper, sort of no longer supported by the university and “owned” by a board of prominent newspaper people. There are also the local commercial radio stations, all but one now owned by the Cox Media Group in Atlanta by way of Ohio.

Advertising, of course, is the reason for all this hyperlocal interest in Athens from Brunswick, Macon, Atlanta and New York City. Everybody wants a piece of the student pie and the crusty, well paid demographic that supports it.

Athens is lucky to be sitting at the epicenter of all this interest in our local news. All this competition to tell you what’s happening keeps everybody well informed and improves local journalism. Flagpole has benefited greatly during our 24 years of local ownership from being pushed by the BannerHerald and by all the other publications which have come and gone.

Clearly, you don’t need to be locally owned to cover local news and culture. Does it make a difference whether you are?

That’s a difficult question to answer. All the publications here hire local people and put money back into the economy, though the ultimate aim is to make money for the parent corporations, wherever they are. Our being local is not enough reason for you to pick up a Flagpole or buy an ad in it. You read Flagpole because it contains information that interests you. You advertise in Flagpole because it gets results. It does not matter to you whether the profit (or the deficit) goes into the pockets of owners Alicia Nickles and Pete McCommons.

What does matter is that Athens is our home. It’s not just our livelihood; it’s our life. That rubs off on what we do, giving us an interest in Athens based not on demographics but on daily living.

In an earlier century a woman went down to the Athens newspaper office and horsewhipped the editor. I certainly hope that if you have a disagreement with me, we can avoid that sort of confrontation and settle it civilly through email. But if not, you know where to find me, and you don’t have to take the subway to get here.

Pete McCommons editor@flagpole.com

THIS WEEK’S ISSUE: News & Features City Dope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Athens News and Views

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Republican lawmakers in Georgia have created tax breaks while gutting public education.

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SXSW REVIEW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 PROTECT ATHENS MUSIC. . . . . . . . . . . 16 FIVE EIGHT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 RIVER CITY EXTENSION . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 MIKE WATT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 LERA LYNN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 THE CALENDAR!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 BULLETIN BOARD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 ART AROUND TOWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 COMICS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 REALITY CHECK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 CLASSIFIEDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 EVERYDAY PEOPLE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

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CC Status Report: While the version of the Magazine—absolutely cleaned up at the Classic Center expansion plan designated Southern Interscholastic Press Association’s All “Option 1a” (see our special feature, p. 8) Access Convention at the University of South seems to have the greatest momentum of Carolina a few weeks ago. The two magazines any the project architects have presented, themselves won top honors in the state of it still looks like there’s a good chance ACC Georgia and were named “All-Southern,” and commissioners will opt to hold their decimore than a dozen students were recognized sion on a final design concept for at least individually (including Flagpole contributing another month when their current agenda photographer Carlo Nasisse and erstwhile news comes to a vote Apr. 5. At the Mar. 17 agenda meeting, Commissioner Mike Hamby pointed out that, should the mayor and commission select a plan at their special work session Mar. 29 to vote on at the April meeting, the public will have only one opportunity for direct input with the M&C on that specific agenda item, rather than the customary two. That argument was good enough for Commissioner Kathy Hoard, who said after the meeting that she’s in favor of giving the public an ample chance to vet the plan before it’s made final.

Hoard’s vote would appear to make six for the delay, which would prevent the issue from going to Mayor Nancy Denson to break a 5-5 tie.

The extra time would allow a few as-yet-unexplored options for preserving connectivity from Hancock to Foundry, and also, presumably, for issues of connectivity to be considered in light of the soon-to-be-released findings of a feasibility study for a river district development plan. The study for the plan known as Project Blue Heron is expected any time Agreed, unless the question is, “How did you get out into the North now, and the Athens Banner-Herald Oconee River to nail up that sign?” reported Sunday that the study will recommend the county move forward with at least a partial version of the intern Lauren Pruitt, who each walked with development initiative in the near term. multiple awards). Congratulations to these young artists and journalists on this recogniGreenway a Priority: Among the changes made tion of their talent and dedicated work. to ACC staff’s proposed SPLOST 2011 project funding schedule at a special work session last Talkin’ Transit: Local activists, including 2010 week was the shifting of funds to hasten the congressional candidate Russell Edwards, will expansion of the Oconee Rivers Greenway. host a second forum at 6 p.m. Monday, Mar. 28 That was done largely by moving money out of on rail projects for the regional T-SPLOST, road and bridge construction during the early a proposed 1 percent sales tax to fund transyears of the collection cycle, which pleased portation projects in our 12-county Northeast Greenway supporters while apparently leaving Georgia region that will go before voters in county staff satisfied that the road and bridge August 2012. The forum, which will be held in coffers will still be full enough to provide for The Capital Room in the Georgian Hotel at 247 necessary maintenance and upgrades. Kudos E. Washington St., will be led by Edwards and to the M&C for making a stand on alternafocus on building support for the inclusion of tive transportation improvements, and to regional freight and passenger rail projects on Commissioner Kelly Girtz for cracking the code the list, as well as other alternative transporof a very hard-to-balance spreadsheet in order tation proposals. There’s a one-hour “mixer” to pull off the re-allocations. before the forum, so try to get there early.

Email Michael Smith at info@tsplost.org with Supersaturn?: Those of you who enjoyed gapany questions. ing at the “supermoon” last Saturday night— when the moon was both full and at its closest Fundraising Fiesta: Drop by Kelly Girtz’s house distance from Earth in 18 years—may want to at 562 Pulaski St. between 5:30 and 8:30 p.m. drop over to the UGA observatory on top of Thursday, Mar. 24 for a funds-and-awarenessthe physics building at 9 p.m. Friday, Mar. 25 raising party for the Oconee River Project of for a look at Saturn, as well as other celestial the Altamaha Riverkeeper. City Dope can’t sights. Super cool: go to www.physast.uga.edu confirm it, but word on the street is that for more info. electric blue Trail Creek cocktails may be available. Girtz had no comment on the matOdyssey, Iliad Awesome: This shout-out comes ter. RSVP to busy Ben Emanuel at oconee@ a little late, but it needs to be acknowlaltamahariverkeeper.org and tie a string edged that Clarke Central High School’s around your finger. two student publications—the Odyssey Newsmagazine and the Iliad Literary-Art Dave Marr news@flagpole.com

city pages Empty Bowls Luncheon Adds Additional Event, Aims for Higher Goals Now in its 13th year, the annual Empty Bowls luncheon is a chance for community members to come together, share a meal and help eliminate hunger issues in the region, says Good Dirt owner Rob Sutherland. During the luncheon, participants purchase a bowl crafted by Good Dirt volunteers and instructors, and then have a meal from their newly acquired piece of useable art, with proceeds going to benefit the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia. This year, the event will branch off into two separate benefits: the traditional midweek Empty Bowls soup and salad luncheon, plus a newly added Saturday event featuring a bowl sale, silent auction and chili cook-off.

The additional Homemade for the Hungry benefit will feature more than 300 bowls made

by Sutherland and his team of volunteer potters. To fill the event’s bowl quota, Sutherland and his team will work steadily up to the Mar. 26 benefit, crafting some 300 pounds of clay into functional works of art, each of which will be sold for $20. For an additional $1, participants can vote on chili samples provided by area restaurants.

Last year’s luncheon brought in some $15,000 to help feed those in the area who are struggling to put food on the table. But this year, the Empty Bowls team is setting its goal higher, looking to other cities that hold similar benefits, such as Asheville, NC, to set an example for how successful these fundraisers can be.

“This is my fourth year now making bowls for this event, and it is always a pleasure to lend a hand,” says professional potter Geoff Pickett. “But I think we can do even more than we have in the past. Other cities raise more than $100,000 for these events. Now, we might not make it that high, of course, but it is something to keep in mind and work toward.”

If there was ever a time to aim for higher goals, it would be now, says Tina Laseter, event organizer and director of operations for the food bank. In the 2009 year, the food bank helped provide 7.5 million pounds of food to neighbors in need. But in 2010, the demand increased to 9.3 million pounds of food.

As much as the Empty Bowls and Homemade for the Hungry events help the lives of hungry community members and supports the food bank, they also help to bring recognition to the thriving arts community in the Classic City. “Having a venue [for potters] to show off their talents, but also help the community—what a great way for us to express our creativity and do a good deed,” Sutherland says. “You know, potters may not really have the extra income to give back monetarily the way they might want, but they can give in other ways, and this is one of those opportunities. As cliché as it might sound, it really is a win-win for all involved.”

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When your elected legislators start giving gifts to our neediest corporations, you reach a point where the question is asked: when does the giving stop? The House of Representatives reached that point last week when it debated a bill that will continue to provide a beneficial tax break to one of the state’s stellar corporate citizens: Delta Air Lines. HB 322 would extend for another two years a sales tax exemption the state gave Delta on the jet fuel it purchases for its aircraft. This is a tax break worth about $20 million a year to the airline.

The General Assembly first adopted this tax break in 2005 when Delta was being pushed into bankruptcy by the financial chaos caused by the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Lawmakers thought they should help Delta through a period of economic uncertainty.

Delta did file for bankruptcy after receiving that tax break in 2005 but emerged from bankruptcy in 2007 and today is doing quite well. For calendar year 2010, Delta reported a net income of $1.4 billion. Even when you exclude “special items” from that total, Delta’s profits still came in at $593 million. The airline also distributed $313 million in profit sharing to its employees.

That is surely good news. Delta is prospering again and continues to employ large numbers of people in Georgia. A rational person would think that the state’s tax break was no longer necessary and could now be retired. That person would be wrong. The bill to extend Delta’s tax break was adopted last week on a 113-61 vote in the House and sent to the Senate where it no doubt will be warmly received.

“When our homegrown companies are successful, by God, we’re going to stand behind them,” Rep. Ron Stephens (R-Savannah) declared. “What we’re telling Delta is, we still want you.”

The vote was far from unanimous, and several House members, while commending Delta

for its role as a major employer, were incredulous that the airline would continue to receive the gift that keeps on giving.

“Everybody likes Delta,” said Rep. Winfred Dukes (D-Albany). “I like Delta. But I also like Home Depot and I like UPS. I like Cox Communications, I like Chick-fil-A.” He was making the point that all of these large corporations contribute greatly to the state’s economic prosperity and are major sources of jobs. What justifies singling out Delta from the others to receive this particular tax break?

Dukes also noted that there are many small businesses in Georgia that have been struggling for the past few years while the state has been mired in the worst economic downturn since the Great Depression.

These small businesses collectively employ far more people than Delta Air Lines, but none of them is getting a tax break.

The legislature established a study committee last year to review the state tax code and determine how it should be reformed. One of the findings was that too many tax breaks and exemptions had been granted over the years to various businesses and special interest groups. These tax breaks should be phased out to give us a tax code that is more equitable.

In the face of that advice, a majority of the House members went ahead and voted to keep giving a $20 million tax break to a corporation that reported $1.4 billion in profits last year.

It reminds me of the parents who warn their child that he’ll be electrocuted if he sticks his finger in a wall socket. The child then proceeds to stick his finger in a wall socket anyway.

Tom Crawford tcrawford@gareport.com Tom Crawford is the editor of The Georgia Report, an Internet news service at gareport.com that covers government and politics in Georgia.

athens rising What’s Up in New Development and spaces, when you could pave the city with commemorative plaques, reminding us of all the things we used to have?

The end result of that line of thinking would be the world in a blender, with every single home having one single bit of every single aspect of our physical heritage (each with a certificate of authenticity).

Budgets, though, are at the far end of what we might actively consider reality. The laws of physics are the most real, permanent, immutable things in the universe, moving on through geologic processes to climate, ecology, biology, our built environment and, finally, social constructs like money at

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If you want to understand the future, go stand in front of a big old tree. The one out in Winterville on Cherokee Road in front of the ball fields will do nicely. Dig down into the soil and you’ll find a vast web of roots, some only a hair’s breadth thick, that came together to produce that mighty trunk before you. Look up, and you’ll see a few large branches dividing and splitting until they become a seemingly endless array of individual leaves a hundred feet in the air. Close to the ground, the trunk, where we are presently, splits into a few large branches, the tree’s nearest and most obvious decisions.

Higher and higher, until you have to strain your eyes, there are endless decisions, and the sum total of any one decision path results in a single leaf, a single possible future, out of so very many. Although sometimes branches converge and overlap, generally that leaf is where it is because of those first decisions so far down on the tree. We’ve got to be careful, now, that we don’t create a tree that looks like something the Georgia Power boys got a hold of under a powerline, lopped off and mangled. If the sun’s coming from the left, and you cut all those branches, the tree’ll start trying to grow back that way, but it’s a lot harder and slower, and the tree’s a lot weaker for it.

Folks talk a lot these days about being sustainable, and a lot of folks use the word to sell things that aren’t. One of the most common definitions was put forward by the United Nations: Sustainable development is development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. To put that in arboreal terms, it means that we need to leave a “bushy” tree, with a vast array of potential future leaves for future generations, rather than pushing them in one direction.

It also means we need to be wary of those swinging the budgetary axe, talking about short-term savings as they mill and pulp our future into money for the present. Those folks, whether they’re entrenched county bureaucrats or daily paper editorialists, will tend to talk about the “reality” of a situation. They’d have us sell our past, that vast web of roots that feeds the future, brick by brick and board by board, to make a little money now. Who needs neighborhoods full of real places

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Haiti has no building codes. When Japan’s codes were written, some people might have said this would cost too much; that the taxpayers know better what to do with their money than those intrusive government building inspectors. Had those people won the argument, millions of people in Japan would be crushed under their own rooftops. Obviously, the planning decisions we face at a municipal level in Athens aren’t typically matters of life and death, but a consideration of the unintended long-term consequences of short-term thinking is especially evident in this admittedly extreme example.

The day shortened by a few microseconds when the earth quaked. That celestial event is beyond our control or comprehension. Geology trumped infrastructure, even in wellprepared Japan, when one tectonic plate dove under another.

Infrastructure outlasted the economy; though buildings still stand, many are left without food and water, regardless of the size of their bank accounts. This is how reality works.

Assuming I make it to the ripe old age of 84, I will see the year 2071. My grandchildren will be adults in the 22nd century. This is incredibly exciting—read it again: I will know people who will ring in 2100, and perhaps throw their retirement parties in the 2140s! I sincerely hope they live here; my family’s been in this little corner of the world for a century and a half already, and I hope it remains as wonderful as it was when they first came, only a few short decades after Bartram wandered through, and as it is now.

I’ve got no idea what my hometown will be like 100 years from now, but it concerns me greatly. If we were to climb up the tree of possibilities, to the place where I hope we will one day be, we might get some insight into how seemingly trivial concerns today radiate outward into the future.

Today, we’re making a decision between short-term budgetary concerns and a longterm strategy to improve our city and its economy. Choosing that long-term branch will get us on the road to prosperity and allow us to invest in the right infrastructure to provide for a sustainable future with clean water and air, and ways to get around that don’t involve oil from far away. Once we’re wellgrounded and stable as a community, we’ll be able to better weather the growing pains the world will face as population, food and climate pressures come to a head in the latter parts of this century. My eyes aren’t great and things get fuzzy beyond here, but if we can just keep that horizon in view, we’ll be all right. We have to take the time now to sweat the small stuff, because the decisions of today add up to become the many diverse root causes of tomorrow’s tree of possibilities.

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fter the second of three public meetings regarding the design of the Classic Center expansion, a group of citizens developed a rough outline of a plan they thought could work, accommodating both the Classic Center’s program (with some modest adjustments), and the goal of urban connectivity. They felt hopeful, leaving that meeting, that the architects would revise that plan and explain the feasibility of it at the third meeting.

But the citizens’ plan was not presented at the next meeting and was instead “represented” by the addition of an additional skybridge to a plan the architects had prepared earlier (Option 2, below right), which would require the acquisition of an entire parcel of land owned by the developers of a hotel planned for the property adjacent to land the county owns on the north side of Hancock.

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is a variation on their design that most closely resembles the Classic Center’s original program plans. It is that plan (Option 1a, below left), which involves a land swap with the hotel developers, that has gained the most traction with commissioners and appears likely to be the one up for approval on the mayor and commission’s Apr. 5 agenda.

The architects explained after the meeting that the citizens’ plan, in its true form, could not work because it did not follow the program guidelines exactly—an understandable position for them to take. But citizens (and some commissioners) wondered why the possibility of some flexibility in those guidelines, particularly in the requirement of 55,000 square feet of exhibit space, couldn’t find its way into the conversation.

So, here is the citizens’ plan, which we’ve named “Option Omega” (above), drawn for your comparison. The solution proposed is a

50,000-square-foot hall located completely north of Hancock, with two skybridges, one for the public, and one for service, leaving room for the street to pass underneath. This design changes nothing about the proposed flow of people and services through the Classic Center; it only extends those circulation systems by 70 feet to accommodate the street.

If Option 1a is efficient in those regards, then Option Omega is equally so.

This plan proposes a similar amount of new construction to Option 1a, by eliminating new construction for an atrium, instead reusing a portion of the existing exhibit hall for preevent space and circulation. The remainder of that hall could be used for new ballrooms, expanded service areas, or as a space for the Athens Tech Hospitality School, which was cut from the original project.

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lot, instead emulates the design of the existing exhibit hall by tucking two small loading docks into the building’s service areas, reducing the linear street frontage of service areas from around 400 feet to approximately 50 feet and creating a much more inviting pedestrian realm. By pushing the building to meet all the street frontages around it in an attractive way, Option Omega greatly improves downtown and the Classic Center’s biggest asset: our walkable and well-scaled downtown.

A modest decrease in the size of the facility, which might reduce the capacity from 4,500 to about 4,200 people, is a reasonable thing to expect in any project, regardless of scale. In exchange for that modest decrease, the public stands to gain much, by retaining the necessary connectivity to create a vibrant community.

Kevan Williams

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The Public Sector Shifts Away

…And Be a Villain

As a country, we are facing the largest students are struggling more than ever to stay economic crisis since the Great Depression. afloat.

Politicians and pundits have told us that this Georgia, like other states across the nation, is a crisis we must face together. Last month, is faced with a large deficit and is looking for President Obama addressed the National ways to trim the budget. So, in a time when Governors Association: “As we make these the state is unable to properly fund the public decisions about our budget… I believe that education system it promises to its taxpayeveryone should be at the table and that the ers, why redirect any of the obviously scant concept of shared sacrifice should prevail. taxpayer dollars to private schools? Such drasIf all the pain is borne by only one group— tic cuts to education will weaken our public whether it’s workers, or seniors, or the poor— schools. And this is not an inevitable consewhile the wealthiest among us… get more tax quence of an unfortunate economic situation. breaks, we’re not doing the right thing.”

It is a product of opportunism.

Public services have been cut drastically.

In 2007, the Center on Education Policy Families that rely on these public programs published a study that concluded that there is must pinch pennies in order to provide simple no evidence to support the claim that private necessities. However, the nation’s wealthiest continue to make no sacrifices at all.

Three months ago, President Obama signed into law the Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization and Job Creation Act of 2010, which extended the Bush tax cuts.

In Georgia, lawmakers are working to rewrite the tax code. The changes they are proposing would lower state income taxes, while levying taxes on groceries. This restructuring will increase the burden on lower-income Americans, while further reducing taxes on the wealthy.

But the problem becomes even more worrisome. Not only is the American elite not sharing in the nation’s sacrifices, but also, the nation’s Republican lawmakers are Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker’s attacks on public employee unions are capitalizing on the country’s economic situation to expand indicative of a broad transfer of societal burdens to the middle and working classes. their arsenal in the war on the public sector.

The assault by Governor Scott Walker and schools increase student performance. In fact, the Wisconsin Republicans on public employee there was no difference between the academic collective bargaining rights, and the continuperformance of a public school student and ation of corporate tax loopholes and resulting that of a private school student. By continuhistoric lows of corporate tax revenues are just ing to redirect tax dollars to private schools some of the issues that point to an important and cut funding for public education, lawmakfact that ordinary Americans must stand up ers in the state of Georgia will weaken our and face: the small percentage of wealthy public schools to a point where they will not Americans have no intention of sharing any of be sustainable. Many wealthy and powerful the sacrifice that the middle and lower classes Americans stand to gain from the privatization have had to endure. of schools (and public services in general) and In May 2008, Georgia lawmakers passed the exploitation of ordinary Americans that H.B. 1133, the state’s private school tax depend on our nation’s public sector. credit program. This legislation set aside as It is clear that this is an issue in our much as $50 million of state taxpayer money federal, state and local governments alike. to be redirected to eligible private schools Elected officials on all levels have ignored the each year. Private and corporate donors can voices of ordinary Americans, of those who contribute to the schools of their choice and are truly sacrificing and struggling to survive receive a dollar-for-dollar tax credit against in this economic crisis. Communities across their state income taxes. Maximum donations the nation must follow the lead of patriotic are set at $1,000 for individuals and $2,500 Americans in places like Wisconsin and Ohio, for couples, while Corporations can donate up who have forced their elected representatives to 75 percent of their tax liability. and the nation to listen as they voice these Georgia has cut state funding for K-12 edu- vital concerns. cation by $403 million and for public higher education by $151 million for fiscal year 2011.

Melissa Hovanes Additionally, the Board of Regents recently approved a $500 tuition increase for state Join UGA Georgia Students for Public Higher Education research institutions like UGA, while eligibil(GSPHE) by adding your voice to the budget crisis deity standards for the HOPE scholarship tighten bate and defending against the attack on public eduas lottery coffers diminish. The state’s public cation. GSPHE gathers at the Arch every Wednesday schools and many of their faculty, staff and at 4:30 p.m.

Sure, I write a snooty book column for a hippie socialist alt weekly read by latte-drinking, tree-hugging elitists, but I’ve made no secret here of my fondness for visual junkfood, and few things give me an endorphin rush like reruns of “Walker, Texas Ranger.” No, hipsters, I’m not being ironic; I legitimately love that show, all nine seasons of it. Norris was always savvy enough to know his limitations as an actor and surrounded himself with worse actors, then kicked their asses onscreen. Say what you will about Chuck, he always gave the people what they wanted.

What makes “WTR” such a joy to watch is its utter lack of relativism. There are no shades of grey in Cordell Walker’s world. The bad guys are bad guys for the sheer love of doing ee-vil. Crooked politicians are so drippingly oily, rotten developers smoke such massive cigars in the backs of mile-long limousines, and mob guys are so relentlessly goombah and be-pinky-ringed to the nines that when Walker delivers his signature roundhouse kick to their jaws you expect them to spontaneously combust in a belch of brimstone. That’s the soul of “Walker, Texas Ranger.” You want characterization and moral complexity, watch “Law & Order,” you pussy.

It’s hard to find actual villains in real life. Scurrilous investment bankers, yes.

Unscrupulous CEOs, yes.

Dick Cheney, yes. But, outside of fiction, you have to look hard to find people who are just rotten top to bottom, which is what makes the story of the May 1960 murder in Macon, GA, of one Mary Burge so fascinating. Mary Burge was found dead in her home, the apparent victim of a home-invasion robbery while her grandson slept a few doors down the hall. It was a murder and media spectacle that rocked Macon, not just because of the horrific circumstances—strangulation, a finger nearly severed in an attempt to pry a ring off, Mary’s loaded gun sitting untouched on the nightstand—and not because the prime suspect in the case was her husband, even though Chester Burge was a hospital patient under sedation the night of the murder.

What makes the Burge murder so spectacular is that Chester Burge was not only charged with the murder of his wife but simultaneously indicted for sodomy with his black chauffeur, a case so scandalous that even today it is regarded by Maconites as something one does not discuss. As journalist Richard Jay Hutto reports in his book A Peculiar Tribe of People: Murder and Madness in the Heart of Georgia (Globe-Pequot, 2011), Chester Burge’s alleged crimes were the topper in the long list of unprincipled, underhanded and downright evil deeds that marked his entire adult life. Whether Burge did or didn’t kill his wife, he was an old-school villain through and through, and Hutto’s book is a remarkable chronicle of Deep South scumbaggery.

Chester Burge grew up on the ragged fringe of Macon society, an illegitimate child tenuously related to the family of a Confederate entrepreneur who established his descendants,

the Dunlap sisters, as movers and shakers in town (Ilah Dunlap Little would provide the endowment for the UGA Main Library). Eager but unable to step into the big house he felt was his birthright, Burge was, at various times, a loan shark, a bootlegger, a mental patient at Milledgeville—committed during a divorce from his first wife on the grounds of marital rape—and, finally, a slumlord, renting substandard housing to poor and often illiterate black tenants, then evicting them on fine-print terms in their leases. None of these occupations endeared him to his Dunlap relatives, but Burge bided his time until he was able to work his way into the good graces of his last surviving aunt. Upon her death, Burge presented a questionable will that had been changed at the last minute in his favor.

Burge’s windfall did not produce the entrance into society that he had hoped. He and second wife Mary outfitted their house with the secondhand trappings of success, but Burge’s brusque nature and reputation for shady dealings turned off the doyennes he was trying to court. As the stories in Hutto’s book mount, one is forced to marvel at the bad wiring in Burge’s head, from the attempted kidnapping and forced marriage of a young student to his son to Burge’s physical torture of Mary, in whose name the Burge money rested, in order to buy real estate for one or another of Burge’s growing number of young boyfriends. By the time Mary’s murder happens, one is hoping for a time-traveling Walker to deliver a roundhouse kick.

The trial of Chester Burge is presented with all the insanity and loopy legality one expects from a mid-20th-century court drama in the Deep South. Bibb County Sheriff’s investigators and Macon police acted with zeal but not much else as the flimsiest of evidence somehow made its way into court, the prosecution’s main impetus being that Chester Burge was such an unrelenting asshole that he must have done it. Adding fuel to this fire, however, was the sodomy indictment, an attempt to demonstrate that Burge’s homosexuality provided both motive and accomplices for Mary’s murder. The legal wrangling between the prosecution and Burge’s attorneys is both riveting and darkly funny, a case that might never have seen a courtroom today but made for one of Macon’s most enduring public scandals.

Hutto, a resident of Macon, does a fine job of unearthing this story despite overwhelming resistance and the chasm of time. Drawing from such sources as local literary gadfly Jordan Massee and one of Burge’s lovers at the time of the murder, Hutto tells the story of Macon’s most infamous crime in a manner that will surely draw comparisons to John Berendt’s Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.

While not as flamboyant as the book about Savannah, Hutto gives us a vivid portrait of old Macon, its residents and a real-life villain worthy of the name.

John G. Nettles

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Cozy: For all the thinking we do about where to eat when it’s beautiful outside (patios! sunshine! dogs!), it’s just as important to know where to go when spring just won’t quite arrive and we’re stuck with another cold, drizzly day. Just Pho, on Baxter Street, has long been a favorite of mine on days when I have to go out but would rather stay in. Las Conchitas Caliente (1354 Prince Ave.), in Normaltown, which I haven’t reviewed or revisited since it opened in 2007, should also go on the list of cozy, warm places that counteract rotten weather conditions. I’ve never quite been able to explain the fact that Athens has continually supported Peruvian cuisine, but it makes me happy. Most people dining at Las Conchitas, whose name translates as “the hot little shells” (yes, that does imply what you think it does), seem to be ordering quesadillas and burritos, but the menu is much larger than that, and adventurous ordering is rewarded.

Start with the chifles con cancha, fried thin slices of savory plantain and large-kerneled Peruvian corn that’s been dried, toasted and heavily salted. It’s certainly no better for you than the complimentary chips and salsa, but it’s more interesting, highlighting the slight bitterness that hides at the heart of starch. …thin slices of Peruvian cuisine isn’t parsavory plantain… ticularly heavy on spice, and although the “special Peruvian sandwich” has jalapenos in it, they’re not a big part of the flavor. Instead, it leans more heavily on the fish you should order it with, and a creamy mayo. Lighter and more delicate than a torta, it’s very simple but very tasty. Olluquito is another dish worth investigating. Though the menu describes it as “Peruvian potatoes with your choice of chicken or steak, sauce with tomatoes and onions served with rice,” there’s definitely something not quite potatoey about the featured tuber. The olluco, or ulluco, is indeed not a potato, merely a relative, but I’m not positive it was used in the preparation. Supposedly, like jicama, it retains a crunchy texture even after cooking, which this definitely did not. Regardless, the resulting stew of starch, steak and tomatoey sauce, the latter thoroughly absorbed by the tubers, is warm and comforting.

Las Conchitas offers much, much more, including cabeza tacos, Peruvian spaghetti and many dishes with hot dogs. It serves beer and has regular salsa/cumbia/merengue/etc. dance nights. It serves lunch and dinner every day, takes credit cards and does take-out, should you be in a hurry and not in the mood for its cute, friendly atmosphere.

Snoozy: There’s not a huge difference between Tokyo Sushi Rock, the previous tenant of the space at 259 E. Broad Street, and the new Grilled Teriyaki (706-850-6880), the current one, which advertises itself as “Japanese hibachi and sushi” and originated in Columbia, SC. Probably the main distinction is that the former opened sans liquor license and the latter has beer and wine. It also has late-night hours, probably a smart move in this town. Maybe you want something a little more exotic than a slice of pizza or a burger when your head is spinning and you need a bit of a cushion in your stomach to settle it down. As you may already have an inkling of from that description, a sushi place that indicates which of its rolls contain raw fish is probably not going to be big with gourmets.

An autumn roll (crab, tuna, avocado, smelt roe, scallions and a spicy mayo) was prettily presented but not exciting, and the same ingredients recur over and over in slightly different combinations. The squid salad is slightly more interesting than the standard wakame seaweed one you get in the lunch box combos. As ever, hibachi is primarily a way to sell rice, and the portions are heavy on rice and vegetables. Hibachi Tofu and Vegetables is only $5.50 at lunch and is a mountain of food, although not a very excitingly flavored one. You should definitely make use of the soy sauce and the squirt bottle of white sauce (mostly mayo) to jazz it up.

The pricing system is a little confusing, as it includes different costs for lunch (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.), dinner (includes soup or salad) and late-night (midnight to 2 a.m.) for the same dishes, even though lunch and late-night are nearly the same.

The restaurant does take-out and is open weekdays for lunch, Friday and Saturday for late-night, Monday through Saturday for dinner and closed Sunday.

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theatre notes Workshops and Summer Camps Here are a few of the productions complease contact the Director of DramaDawgs ing our way over the next few weeks: Athens Summer Theatre Camp, Professor George Creative Theatre’s Women’s Repertory Contini, at (706) 542-0285 or email gcontini Theatre presents The Dixie Swim Club, Apr. @uga.edu or Undergraduate Administrator 1–3 & 8–10 at Memorial Park’s Quinn Theatre.

Dina Canup at dinac@uga.edu.

Check www.athenscreativetheatre.com for more Rose of Athens Theatre Academy’s info. UGA’s award-winning Improv Athens “Teaching Life Skills Through Stage Skills” performs Mar. 23 at the Balcony Theatre; The offers classes as follows: Serving grades 3–12.

Maids runs Mar. 25 & 26, and Wallace Shawn’s One-week session (either week) for grades provocative play Aunt Dan and Lemon opens 3–7 and a two-week session for grades 8–12. in the Cellar Theatre, Mar. 29–Apr. 3. Shawn, Dates: June 6–10, June 13–17 at Seneybetter known as the voice of Rex the dinosaur Stovall Chapel. See the “education” header at in Toy Story and Vizzini in The Princess Bride, www.roseofathens.org/academy to download a writes, “[The play] illustrates the difference form, email danielle@roseofathens.org or call between a perfectly decent person and a (706) 340-9181 for more information. monster is just a few thoughts.” See www.

Prince Avenue Christian School drama.uga.edu for more info. The UGA Black Elementary Theatre Camp: grades 2–5; July Theatre Ensemble presents the Southern 5–9, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. $120; Upper School comedy Dearly Departed, written by David Theatre Camp: grades 6–12; July 25–29, 10 Bottrell and Jessie a.m.–1 p.m. $120.

Jones and directed by All camps are open Kelundra Smith, Apr. to the public. Camps 1–3 at the Morton are held at Prince Theatre. Tickets and Avenue Christian info will be available School. For more at the Tate Student information, please Center Box Office contact jstrickland@ starting Mar. 21. princeave.org.

Clarke Central High Young Actors School presents The Studio offers two Wiz, Apr. 7–9 with classes for youth a special children’s on Saturdays for performance on Apr. 9 Gwinnett Parks and at 2:30 p.m. The cast Recreation at Bogan includes Alexandria Park near Atlanta.

Elder as Dorothy; Kyle Beginning Acting is Fox as the Cowardly 1:30–3:30 p.m. and Lion; India Hawkins costs $65 for each as the Scarecrow; six-week session.

David Hargrove as Acting & Performance the Tinman; and is 10 a.m.–1 p.m. and The UGA production of Aunt Dan and Lemon plays in Seth Jordan as The costs $85 for each the Cellar Theatre, Mar. 29–Apr. 3.

Wiz. Rose of Athens eight-week session Theatre continues No ($65 for siblings) Shame Theatre at Hendershot’s every Tuesday and culminates with three performances of a evening… you really oughtta check this out, popular children’s play the final weekend. Past it’s lots of fun and darn good coffee. productions include Charlotte’s Web, Narnia, Puss ‘N’ Boots and Robin Hood. Contact publicThe last column covered opportunities to ity director Jay Wright at (404) 274-5468 for get involved in theatre by volunteering, but more info. another way is by enrolling in classes, sumOconee Youth School of Performance in mer camps and workshops. Although most Watkinsville offers musical theatre and producarea classes are for students from elemention classes, as well as classes in all forms of tary through high school ages, the UGA dance. The musical theatre classes are open Continuing Education program offers From to pre-K and up, and there are also Broadway Athens to Broadway: Vocal and Acting Craft Babies classes for three-year-olds. All musical for adults. See www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/ theatre students perform at the end-of-year ppd/courses for more info. Other opportunities Spring Showcase at the Classic Center theatre. for adults are offered by some Atlanta theatres The production class is aimed at 6th grade such as the Alliance Theatre, www.alliancetheand up. Students in that class put on a show atre.org/en/Education/Acting-Classes.aspx; at the OYSP studio each semester. Students Whole World Improv Theatre, www.wholecan also take private voice and acting lessons worldtheatre.com/wwit/tabid/68/Default.aspx; or study at an advanced level in OYSP’s dance and some other commercial studios. and musical theatre companies in the spring.

Check out these local opportunities for Company members participate in special young people: The UGA Department of classes and workshops during the summer and Theatre and Film Studies will be holding compete at the annual Access Broadway talent DramaDawgs Camp for students in grades competition held in Atlanta in February. See 9–12; July 10–17. Students will take master www.oypoysp.com/school. OYSP offers weekclasses from UGA faculty in Performance, long musical theatre camps in June and July.

Scene Study, Characterization, and Acting on Athens Creative Theatre offers the followCamera. The week of classes will end with the ing summer theatre camps: Teen Encore Camp student’s public performance. Students attend- I, ages: 13–18; June 6–10; The Knights of ing DramaDawgs have the option to stay on the Red Table, ages: 8–12; June 13–24; Teen campus. Students not wishing to stay in the Encore Camp II, ages: 13–18; July 11–15; dorms may opt to attend as day campers and Hansel and Gretel, ages: 8–12; July 18–29. receive lunch. Spaces are limited, so register See www.athenscreativetheatre.com. as soon as possible to reserve your spot! For application forms and further information, Rick Rose theatre@flagpole.com

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movie dope Some releases may not be showing locally this week.

THE ADJUSTMENT BUREAU (PG13) The trailers do nothing for the cut of this latest Philip K. Dick adaptation.

Matt Damon and Emily Blunt play star-crossed lovers, David and Elise, being kept apart by the Adjustment Bureau, who resemble a team of Mad Men in suits and hats. These angels as pencil pushers and bureaucrats make sure The Plan, as envisioned by The Chairman, is adhered to. The love affair between David and Elise is not part of the plan, and the Bureau will stop at nothing, even sending in their heavy hitter (Terence Stamp), to ensure the couple does not end up together.

Writer-director George Nolfi meshes romance and sci-fi with more coolly intricate success than you would suspect. The Adjustment Bureau is one of the better films of young 2011.

AFGHAN STAR (NR) 2009. This intriguing documentary looks at how contestants on Afghanistan’s version of the UK’s “Pop Idol” risk their lives to compete for musical stardom. Director Havana Marking’s film won the Audience Award and the Directing Award from the Sundance Film Festival, where her film was also nominated for the coveted Grand Jury Prize. Part of the Amnesty International Human Rights Film Festival, sponsored

by Amnesty Int’l at UGA in connection with the org’s state conference.

BATTLE: LOS ANGELES (PG-13) A group of mixed military personnel (led

by Aaron Eckhart, Michelle Rodriguez and Ne-Yo) try to get back to the FOB (Forward Operating Base) before bombs are dropped that will hopefully wipe out the invading extraterrestrials. Many of the supporting military cast die, mowed down during shaky cam gunfights with aliens inspired

by District 9. Battle: LA offers nothing new to either the war or science fiction genres it mashes together, but the action movie manages to engage for its near-two-hour running time without being particularly interesting or entertaining. Strangely, this needlessly cacophonous, visually unintelligible movie is better during its quiet, still moments as opposed to its textbook sacrifices and acts of cowboy bravado.

BEASTLY (PG-13) A literal modern day fairy tale, Beastly stars I Am Number Four’s Alex Pettyfer as vain, misunderstood, rich boy, Kyle. When Kyle runs afoul of a witch (Mary-Kate Olsen) at his ridiculously posh private high school, she turns him into a hideously scarred and tattooed “monster” with a year to find someone who’ll love him. Of course, he chooses scholarship girl with a drug addict dad, Lindy (Vanessa Hudgens). The unforgivably unlikely setup for this limp take on Beauty and the Beast requires Lindy to be sequestered in Kyle’s hideaway due to a threat against her life. Beastly is all pretty much bland teen romance and drama.

THE BIG UNEASY (NR) This documentary goes deep into the causes of the Katrina flooding and includes interviews with several major whistleblowers, who collectively point out that the hurricane’s destruction was a result of shoddy work by the U.S. Corps of Engineers.

BIUTIFUL (R) See Movie Pick.

BLACK SWAN (R) 2010. Great does not begin to describe Black Swan nor does it do this complex film justice.

Let’s call Black Swan what it is: Stunning, original, another imperfect masterpiece from filmmaker Darren Aronofsky (The Wrestler). Aging ballerina Nina Sayers (Oscar winner Natalie Portman) finally lands a lead as the Swan Queen in Swan Lake. But as the pressure mounts, Nina begins to suspect that the pretty new dancer, Lily (Mila Kunis), is out to Single White Female her.

CEDAR RAPIDS (R) A small town lifer, Tim Lippe (Ed Helms), is sent to the annual insurance conference in the big city of Cedar Rapids, IA, where he learns the ropes from some convention veterans, led by John C. Reilly. Hopefully, Miguel Arteta can recover from the disappointing, but funny Youth in Revolt. The best gag given away in the trailer involves Isiah Whitlock, better known to “Wire” fans as Clay “Shee-it” Davis, getting in a “Wire” reference. With Anne Heche, Stephen Root, Kurtwood Smith, Alia Shawkat and Sigourney Weaver.

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THE CHILDREN’S HOUR (NR) 1961.

A troublemaker at a girl’s boarding school accuses two teachers (Audrey Hepburn and Shirley MacLaine) of lesbianism. James Garner also stars in this adaptation of the Lillian Hellman play. The Children’s Hour is not one of William Wyler’s most acclaimed films, but it was nominated for five Academy Awards.

COUNTRY STRONG (PG-13) A TV movie with a capital TV, Country Strong boasts some likable individual parts that fail to add up. Country superstar Kelly Canter (Gwyneth Paltrow, doing all her own singin’ and accentin’, y’all) is released from rehab and goes back on the road with a singing beauty queen, Chiles Stanton (Leighton Meester) and a singing cowboy, Beau Hutton (Garret Hedlund, Tron: Legacy).

But the pressure of reviving her career and saving her marriage (to a slightly Ricky Gervais-ian Tim McGraw) is too much for the too brightly burning star.

DIARY OF A WIMPY KID 2: RODRICK RULES (PG) Last spring’s Diary of a Wimpy Kid, based on Jeff Kinney’s bestsellers, was a pleasant surprise. In the sequel, middle schooler Greg Heffley (Zachary Gordon) fights to keep a secret from his summer vacation. Unfortunately, his older brother/ torturer, Rodrick (Devon Bostick), knows his secret and threatens to spill the beans. Director David Bowers’ previous experience is in the animated realm with Astro Boy and Flushed Away. The return of original scripter, Jeff Judah, bodes well.

DIRTY DANCING (PG-13) 1987.

Even after 20 years, the death of one star and the massive nose job of the other, nobody can put baby in a corner.

At a Catskills resort in the 1960s, Frances “Baby” Houseman (Jennifer Grey) learns to love and dance from dance instructor Johnny Castle (Patrick Swayze), much to the chagrin of her upper-crust parents.

THE FIGHTER (R) Mark Wahlberg stars as boxer “Irish” Micky Ward, whose brother, Dick Eklund (Christian Bale), helped him train before going pro in the 1980s. Seeking to rehab his image after that awful I Heart Huckabees footage went viral a few years back. David O. Russell took over this project that Darren Aronofsky was prepping prior to The Wrestler. I wonder how welcoming the set was, with the combination of notorious hotheads Russell and Bale.

FOUND FOOTAGE FESTIVAL (NR) The Found Footage Festival returns to Athens. This collection of random, hilarious home movies, training videos, ill-advised PR stunts, and more— discovered by curators Joe Pickett and Nick Prueher at garage sales, thrift stores, warehouses, and dumpsters nationwide—will make your week, guaranteed.

THE GREEN HORNET (PG-13) More unconventional on paper than Ang Lee’s Hulk, The Green Hornet is an interesting entry in the overpopulated, same-y superhero genre. The original 1930s radio serial created by George W. Trendle begat a 1940s film serial and 1960s television program starring Bruce Lee before spawning this latest, strangest adaptation, directed

by French visualist Michel Gondry (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind) and written by slacker star Seth Rogen and his Superbad partner Evan

Goldberg. What is stranger still is that this unconventional production never really goes beyond convention, and the fun movie is no worse for it.

HALL PASS (R) The Farrelly Brothers peaked in 1998. Their first three comedies: Dumb and Dumber, Kingpin and There’s Something About Mary held so much promise. Their last six failed to deliver on that promise. Hall Pass is one of their weakest, i.e., least funny, movies yet. Two bumbling suburbanites—Rick (a sorely miscast Owen Wilson) and Fred (Jason Sudeikis, who needs to get out of TV more)— are granted a week off from marriage from their gorgeous wives (Jenna Fischer and Christina Applegate).

Unfortunately, hilarity does not ensue.

JUST GO WITH IT (PG-13) Adam Sandler is a hard guy not to like whether or not you think his movies are funny. Unfortunately, in his latest movie, he is neither likable nor funny. A plastic surgeon, Dr. Danny Maccabee, seduces women by faking that he is in a horrible marriage. When he meets a gorgeous, younger, middle school math teacher, Palmer (swimsuit model Brooklyn Decker), he decides he is ready to settle down. Unfortunately, she discovers his fake wedding band, leading Danny to concoct the least plausible, dumbest plan ever. So he can be with Palmer forever, he fakes an entire family, using his stalwart assistant, Katherine (Jennifer Aniston), and her two kids (scene stealer Madison Bailee and Griffin Gluck).

THE KING’S SPEECH (R) To combat a nervous stammer, King George VI (Colin Firth), AKA Bertie, works with an unorthodox speech therapist, Lionel Logue (Oscar winner Geoffrey Rush). Director Tom Hooper helmed HBO’s excellent “John Adams” and Elizabeth I. With Helena Bonham Carter as George’s wife Queen Elizabeth, Guy Pearce as Edward VIII, Michael Gambon as King George V and Timothy Spall as Winston Churchill.

LA MEGLIO GIOVENTU (R) 2003.

Winner of 19 international film awards, including six Davids and Cannes’s Un Certain Regard Award, Marco Tullio Giordana’s 366 minute epic, La Meglio Gioventu, follows the Caratti family from 1966 to 2003. Matteo (Alessio Boni) and Nicola (Luigi Lo Cascio) progress from wild young men to parents through love and tragedy. This screening is the fourth and final part Giordana’s epic. Part of the Cincecitta’ 3 Italian Film Series sponsored by the department of Romance Languages.

LIMITLESS (PG-13) Limitless, the new film from Illusionist director Neil Burger, is pretty much about star Bradley Cooper’s career. He goes from being “Alias”’s Will Tippin to The A-Team’s Face in the course of two hours. Writer Eddie Morra stumbles upon a designer drug that opens up the limitless potential of the human brain.

(I do mean stumbles; the narrative means by which Eddie first gets the drug, NZT-48, is not the most natural.)

Soon, Eddie is making millions from the stock market and drawing the attention of a Wall Street bigwig (Robert De Niro). Limitless needs a better advertising campaign. It’s a lot better than you think it’s going to be.

THE LINCOLN LAWYER (R) The Lincoln Lawyer seems like the next great drama from TNT. Matthew McConaughey would make many a

dreary summer weeknight fly by as slick attorney Mickey Haller, who does business out of the backseat of his roomy town car. As a movie, this legal thriller says all the right things in all the right ways. Too bad courtroom dramas are a dime a dozen on TV. Why pay exorbitant movie theater ticket prices when you can get the exact story in an hour on “Law & Order: NCIS: Las Vegas?”

LISTEN TO YOUR HEART (NR) Singer-songwriter Danny (Kent Moran, who also wrote the screenplay) falls in love with Arianna (Alexia Rasmussen), a privileged gal from Greenwich, CT. Arianna also happens to be hearing impaired and unable to hear the music she inspires Danny to write. Standing between the two lovers is Arianna’s controlling mother (Cybill Shepherd).

I catch a whiff of TV movie wafting off this flick; do you?

LITTLE FOCKERS (PG-13) The Fockers, Greg and Pam (Ben Stiller and Teri Polo), now have a couple of kids, taking a little of grandpa Jack Byrnes’ (Robert De Niro) heat off of Greg. But with the twins’ birthday party on the horizon, old suspicions—and old pals like Teri’s ex Kevin (Owen Wilson)—are returning to haunt male nurse Gaylord Focker. Director Paul Weitz (About a Boy) takes over for Jay Roach, the director of the first two mega-hit comedies.

MARS NEEDS MOMS (PG) Mars Needs Moms is a fairly tepid animated kids movie of the most average kind.

Milo (not voiced by credited star, 37-year-old Seth Green, who did the motion capture performance) doesn’t appreciate his mother (v. Joan Cusack).

When aliens in need of mothering take her away, he sets out to save her with the help of an overweight earthling, Gribble (v. Dan Fogler), and a martian rebel, Ki (v. Elizabeth Harnois). Kids might be entertained, but adults will find Rango far more appealing.

MIRAL (R) The Diving Bell and the Butterfly director Julian Schnabel adapts the novel by Rula Jebreal about a Palestianian girl (Freida Pinto, Slumdog Millionaire) who is brought to the Dar Al-Tifi orphanage after the first Arab-Israeli War. While there, she bonds with founder Hind Husseini (Hiam Abbass) and learns there might be something more from an Israeli socialist. Fireworks might fly over Schnabel’s casting the Indian Pinto to play a Palestinian.

NO STRINGS ATTACHED (R) Could No Strings Attached be this year’s Valentine’s Day? It does star Ashton Kutcher, is helmed by a washed-up “comedy” director (Ivan Reitman), and is really, really poorly written.

Two friends (so the movie calls them despite their only having met three times), Emma and Adam (Natalie Portman and Kutcher), engage in a strictly sexual relationship that leads to love. I wish comedy writers would learn raunch is not funny for raunch’s sake alone.

PAUL (R) I had high hopes for Paul.

Written by and starring Simon Pegg and Nick Frost and directed by Greg Mottola (Superbad and Adventureland), this road trip comedy should have been the alien homage equivalent of Pegg and Edgar Wright’s Shaun of the Dead/Hot Fuzz. Maybe Wright’s guiding hand as director and cowriter was more important than believed because

Paul is nowhere near as smart or funny as those two genre love letters. Paul is by no means a bad movie, just a disappointing one. Two British geeks, Graham and Clive (Pegg and Frost), run into an on the lam extraterrestrial named Paul and voiced by Seth Rogen.

PEEP WORLD (NR) If nothing else, the cast is great. Michael C. Hall (“Six Feet Under,” “Dexter”), the brilliant, foul-mouthed Sarah Silverman, Rainn “Dwight Shrute” Wilson, Judy Greer, Kate Mara, Taraji P. Henson and Ron Rifkin star in this independent family comedy. At their father’s 70th birthday celebration, four brothers and sisters deal with the fallout of their youngest sibling’s novel, in which all their dirty little secrets are exposed. Director Barry W. Blaustein previously helmed the excellent wrestling doc, Beyond the Mat, and the underrated Johnny Knoxville vehicle, The Ringer.

POTICHE (R) Star Catherine Deneuve and director Francois Ozon reunite nearly 10 years after the breakout hit, 8 Women. Deneuve plays a trophy wife who must prove her worth by running the family business after her husband (Fabrice Luchini) is taken hostage by the striking employees. Complicating matters is her former lover (Gerard Depardieu), who also used to be a union leader.

RANGO (PG) Boasting a cute trailer, this animated feature from Pirates of the Caribbean director Gore Verbinski stars his lead pirate, Johnny Depp, as the voice of a chameleon that wants to be a gunslinging hero. Rango must put his skills, if he has any, to the test to protect a Western town from bandits.

RED RIDING HOOD (PG-13) Far and away the worst movie of 2011 (so far), Red Riding Hood tries to infect the Grimm fairy tale with some Twilight teen romance and fails miserably. A total bore, Red Riding Hood never establishes a propulsive narrative arc, which then goes unsupported by pitiful acting.

SUCKER PUNCH (PG-13) A little girl is institutionalized by her wicked stepfather. To cope, she retreats into an alternate reality, where she formulates an escape plan. Soon-to-be Superman director Zack Snyder somehow juggled the making of this fun-sounding genre flick and his animated family hit, Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga’Hoole. Color me as excited as possible.

TANGLED (PG) Disney’s 50th animated feature entertains like some of the best the House of Mouse has ever offered. Can you imagine how magical this fairy tale could have been had it been traditionally animated and simply titled Rapunzel?

THE TEMPEST (PG-13) Julie Taymor, more acclaimed for Broadway’s The Lion King than any of her film work (Across the Universe) adapts more Shakespeare (she filmed a version of Titus). The Tempest should be another dominating visual effort from the always interesting mind of Taymor.

TROUBLE THE WATER (NR) 2008.

Rap artist Kimberly Rivers Roberts and her husband, Scott, take a video camera to the flooded 9th Ward streets of New Orleans when they are trapped by floodwaters caused by Hurricane Katrina.

TRUE GRIT (PG-13) To help distance their new film from the John Wayne classic, Joel and Ethan Coen are calling it a new adaptation of the novel by Charles Portis rather than a remake.

A young girl (Hailee Steinfeld) hires gruff U.S. Marshal Reuben J. “Rooster” Cogburn (Jeff Bridges) to help find the man who killed her father.

YOGI BEAR (PG) Yogi Bear will satisfy the low expectations of children while providing the parents an hour and a half to disengage.

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Pain Is Beautiful BIUTIFUL (R) Biutiful, the latest toughly literate film from Alejandro Gonzalez Innaritu is much like his other films (Amores Perros, 21 Grams and Babel). It is hard to like but easy to appreciate. Unlike his previous films of intricately woven interlocking stories, Biutiful focuses on one man. All 147 minutes are spent in the sometimes painful, rarely peaceful life of Uxbal (Javier Bardem), a Barcelona street

Javier Bardem agent for African and Chinese immigrants who also dabbles in the spirit world. Remember Clint Eastwood’s Hereafter in which Matt Damon could commune with the dead? Biutiful is a lot like that only much more depressing and much more affecting. Oh, yeah, Innaritu’s film is also loads better.

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Biutiful goes down easier than many a tough, two-plus-hour, foreign depression-fest. One moment of genuine familial bliss is so fleeting that it is forgotten as soon as the next bad thing happens. Were it not for Bardem, powerfully anchoring nearly every scene with his muscular expressiveness, Biutiful would be too much to handle. The beauty of this masterful performer makes us believe in the singular goodness of Uxbal, and though we know what sort of outcome to expect, we trust him as much to do the right thing as the illegal immigrants he caringly exploits. Without Bardem, the terrible drama of Biutiful would be too ugly to bear.

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film notebook threats & promises News of Athens’ Cinema Scene The Old Switcheroo: Those of you who have tolerated more than a few installments of this column may have some inkling of my… well, difficulty with the Coen brothers’ approach to filmmaking. They’ve made some fine movies over their long career, I guess: Blood Simple and Raising Arizona were silly, stylish, shallow fun; and there’s not much wrong, except for a general smart-aleckyness, with the high-concept neo-genre exercises of Miller’s Crossing, The Hudsucker Proxy and The Big Lebowski.

They may even be good movies, as may the almost charmingly self-reflexive Barton Fink and, who knows, maybe even the almost perfectly forgotten The Man Who Wasn’t There.

new version’s climactic ride, Rooster Cogburn and Mattie Ross’ desperate dash for civilization that leaves the lawless West receding in their wake, quite pointedly like a dream—or a movie. In its contrast with the rest of the film—in its glowing, overtly sentimental unreality—the sequence is a moving elegy not just for the era whose passage it marks, but for the genre the Coens have revisited with such surprising integrity and grace.

And if You Don’t Like It, Make Your Own Damn Film: A couple of weeks ago, I plugged the call for entries to AthFest FilmFest, which you can find out more about at www.athfest.

Music News And Gossip Well, I guess the days of early nights are behind us now as we slide headfirst into spring. This will mean more happy hour shows and more outdoor events. I mean, nothing like that is happening this week, but, you know, they will. For now read this…

few years ago revisiting Mercyland’s legacy at www.flagpole.com/Weekly/ThatBeatInTime/ Mercyland.22Nov06). The album is a digitalonly release, and the download will cost you $10. Stream the whole thing and make your purchase at www.mercyland.bandcamp.com.

Deep Sympathies: Our sympathies and condolences go out to the family and friends of Athens hip-hop artist Ralph Chimon Davis (AKA Figaro). A fixture in the local hip-hop scene, Davis was half-brothers with Elite Ellison (AKA Elite tha Showstoppa) and had played many shows opening for major artists as well as showcases of his own. Davis passed away Mar. 7 from complications due to bronchitis and asthma. He was 31.

Wave and Say Hey: Just wanted to give a big welcome and hello to the pretty-new-to-town label The Mylene Sheath. Relocated here from Cincinnati, the label has a healthy catalog of artists and seems pretty comfortable so far in our little burg. Give them a visit over at www. facebook.com/mylenesheath and/or www. mylenesheath.com.

High-Tech Redneck: Athens trouper Matt Hudgins has taken advantage of both the information superhighway and the momentum that has gathered behind his Shit-Hot

Did Ya Do This?: Did you submit the application to play one of AthFest’s outdoor stages yet? The deadline is Apr. 22, and all details can be found at www.athfest.com. Also, filmmakers, did you submit your application for the sixth Sprockets Music Video

True Grit, now playing at Ciné.

But the stuff for which they’ve met with their greatest critical success has been deeply problematic, if not outright bad. Fargo was a good story with its tellers’ hearts in the wrong place, and O Brother, Where Art Thou? was just intolerable in its clueless, self-satisfied referentiality. The tone-deafness of No Country for Old Men was frustrating at best, insulting at worst; and the Coens committed their ultimate act of cruelty by abandoning the half-drawn characters of A Serious Man to their own bafflingly unconscious self-immolations, with the joke being that it was all God’s will. I still see almost all their movies because, well, they’re important American filmmakers. But I was not excited about their version of True Grit, which I expected would fairly burst with more of their unmistakable smugness, condescension to characters and blatant manipulation.

It’s actually the Coens’ best film ever, by far, and really marvelous by any standards.

There’s little trace of the brothers’ tendency to people their stories with blithe caricatures; the characters here, while prone to comically stilted bluster and pontification in the sort of heavily stylized idiom one expects to encounter in a Coen brothers film, are allowed the moments of sincere reflection, self-doubt and empathy that are so flagrantly denied most of their predecessors, but that mark them as identifiably human. We don’t necessarily like them—we don’t have to—but we care about what happens to them, which makes the film’s thematic clash between the primitive but convenient and straightforward rule of the gun and the ambiguous, complicated, often frustrating civilization of the law resonate with real meaning.

I’ve never seen the 1969 True Grit in its entirety; as interested as I am in studio-era Hollywood westerns, I’ve never felt compelled to watch it, though I probably will now. But I doubt that it contains anything like the

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com. On a related note, it’s high time I mentioned that the annual Sprockets Music Video Competition is returning after a brief hiatus, and has issued its own call for entries. The early deadline, in fact, is coming right up on Apr. 1, with the late deadline on Apr. 15.

In its storied history, Sprockets has featured videos by pretty much every huge Athens band you can think of, alongside those from virtual unknowns, whose submissions are judged by the same criteria. That makes for a fun and conspicuously democratic slate of entries— we should be glad to have the festival back.

Go to www.filmathens.net for info about that and a bunch of other good stuff.

Speed Round: Check out Ciné’s website (www. athenscine.com) for a look at former Flagpole film critic (and, more recently, Pushin’ Up Daisies writer/director) Patrick Franklin’s “guest blog,” which is actually a nearly 3,000-word essay addressing critical and ethical questions about last year’s ambiguously categorizable films Catfish and I’m Still Here.

And don’t forget about the Found Footage Festival, coming to the downtown art house Mar. 25 with the classic short “Heavy Metal Parking Lot” in tow. Meanwhile, Julie Taymor’s adaptation of The Tempest opens its run the same night (nope—no Spider-Man jokes here!), as does Harry Shearer’s The Big Easy, which purports to uncover the real story of the flooding of New Orleans by Hurricane Katrina.

Can’t wait… The ACC Library iFilms screening for Mar. 24 is Listen to Your Heart; Mar. 31 is The Song of Sparrows. Go to www.clarke. public.lib.ga.us for details… ICE-Vision will screen The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T Mar. 24; you’ll have to find the film series on Facebook to get details and learn what’s on the docket for Mar. 31. Out! Dave Marr film@flagpole.com

Casper & the Cookies Country Band. First, he’s established a portal website for the band over at www. hudginscountry.com, but his true gem is the ingeniously titled www.hickstarter.com.

See, the band is almost finished recording its debut album, to be titled Hitmakers, and Hickstarter.com is Hudgins’ way of both raising funds and releasing demos, singles, etc., along the way. Everything is pay-whatyou-want. The band will play two happy hour shows at the Caledonia Lounge (Apr. 7 & 21). Attendees at the first will get a download code for the first five songs off the album.

Attendees at the second will get a code for the rest of the album. But you decent folks would feel bad just grabbing the whole thing for free, so throw a few bucks his way. Check the sites above and see what’s going on.

Start the Press: I’m beside myself with excitement. Athens hero David Barbe has completely remixed No Feet on the Cowling, the full-length debut by his old band Mercyland.

Originally released in 1989 by the Tupelo/ Communion label, the album was a powerful and emotionally turbulent, albeit a muddysounding, slice of Athens culture that fell well outside the 1980s Athens cliché of jangle pop. The cleaned up version just released

by Barbe has me feeling like I never really heard it at all—even though No Feet on the Cowling is easily in my top five records of all time. Hell, top three. (For additional insight and edification, please see the piece I did a

Competition? The deadline for that event, which is completely unrelated to and unaffiliated with the aforementioned AthFest, is Apr. 1. Find more info at www.filmathens.net.

A Place of Their Own: Casper & the Cookies are giving away a free compilation culled from 7-inch records, various compilations, tour CDs, unreleased cuts, etc. The collection is titled Ice Mattress, and you can download it free at www.casperfandango.com, but there’s a link there for you to donate something, too, and a few bucks won’t hurt you. In other news, the Cookies are out on the road this month hitting all hot spots around the Southeast (including a SXSW show with The Baseball Project, Mike Watt, Flash to Bang Time and others) and will travel to the Midwest before heading back home early next month.

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What’s in a Name?: Congratulations go out to Genie Wiggins of Shitty Candy & the Circus Peanuts for winning the opportunity to produce, write, direct and star in a video for Foo Fighters. The track for the video is “A Matter of Time” from Foo Fighters’ upcoming album, Wasting Light. Wiggins was one of 11 folks who got this opportunity, and she was chosen based on the video for Shitty Candy’s “Soul Sauce,” which you can find over at www.youtube.com/user/ShittyCandy. Her video for Foo Fighters begins shooting this week.

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hat a wild ride. SXSW had some major highs and shocking lows this year, and Flagpole was there for every scorching hot minute of it—or at least as much as our team could cover. We caught emerging talent at a Commie-themed bar. We were smothered by a mob of 30,000 fence-jumping fans at The Strokes concert. We watched in horror as a camera boom crashed on top of an unsuspecting audience at Stubb’s. We got up close with legendary artists like Yoko Ono, Peter Murphy and Duran Duran. We dodged tasers and horse-mounted cops as wild fans raided a surprise show by Death from Above 1979. We said “forget you” to Cee-Lo, who canceled his set. We celebrated Athens with a packed 40 Watt and Flagpole-sponsored showcase. We debunked rumor after rumor (no Bowie DJ set, no Radiohead gig, nor Arcade Fire… unfortunately). We weaved down 6th Street amid drunken, costumed hordes. We hunted down buffets, BBQ and swag. And after miles of walking and hours of waiting and watching, we blogged and Tweeted and photographed all we could so you wristbands! could enjoy the madness, too.

For our full coverage, visit www.Flagpole.com and follow @FlagpoleMusic and @ GordonLamb on Twitter. Also, check back very soon for our exclusive SXSW videos including a Reptar tour diary and live performances by your favorite Athens bands in Austin!

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Some of those decisions may seem innocuous but, nevertheless, have the potential to eviscerate a career before it even begins. Although good legal advice can help anticipate and avoid problems before they arise, with sources of money in the music industry seemingly going the way of the eight-track tape, some struggling musicians are loath to seek out—and pay for—professional assistance.

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Chromazone is playing the musician’s showcase at Jack’s Bar. While good legal advice is always worth paying for, there are some very generous lawyers in town who are seeing to it that musicians in Athens can at least partially drink from the fire hose of professional advice for free. Local entertainment attorney Deborah Gonzalez, the University of Georgia Music Business Program (MBUS), the University of Georgia School of Law’s Sports & Entertainment Law Society and Nuçi’s Space have all joined forces to bring you “Protect Athens Music,” a two-day event promoting free bi-monthly legal clinics at Nuçi’s Space which are aimed at supporting and educating musicians.

Gonzalez, of Counsel at the Athens-based law firm of Timmons, Warnes & Anderson, LLP, initially had the idea for free legal clinics after hosting a Musician’s Forum at Nuçi’s Space last September. “We invited musicians and others from the Athens music scene to come in and talk about some of the legal challenges they face in their careers,” says Gonzalez. “I then reviewed the information they gave me.” Based on those initial consultations, Gonzalez determined that Athens musicians needed regular access to free legal advice.

Gonzalez then joined forces with Jennifer Pridgeon and Karli Swift, both law students at the University of Georgia. In turn, Pridgeon and Swift enlisted Jeffrey Preis and eight other

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Moderator: Jared Bailey 5:45 p.m.–6:30 p.m.

Session IV—Beyond the Radio: Alternative Ways to Make Money with Your Music Panelists: Randy Whatley, Steve Weizenacker, Nikki Marshall Moderator: David Shipley 7–9 p.m.: Musician’s Showcase to Benefit Nuçi’s Space (at Jack’s Bar)

John Seay MBUS students. Together, the collective fashioned Protect Athens Music as a two-day event designed to raise awareness about the bi-monthly free legal clinics at Nuçi’s Space.

“We wanted to figure out a way to give people a baseline knowledge of their rights and the kind of issues we could help them with,” says Pridgeon. “The kick-off event seems like the best way to achieve both of those goals.”

Day one of the two-day event, the Musician’s Workshop, will feature four successive panels starting at 3 p.m. and ending

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at 7 p.m. at the Dean Rusk Center. Each of the four panels addresses some of the more pressing areas of the music business. Topics range from building your team to creating and protecting your name, to—perhaps most immediately interesting to would-be professional musicians—finding alternative ways to make money in the music business. Among the panelists are Lisa Moore, Esq., of Georgia Lawyers for the Arts and the Moore Firm, Jonathan Leonard, Esq., who represents some of the top names in modern urban music, David Lowery of Cracker, as well as representatives from music publishers: BMI and ASCAP. Between panels, attendees can network among themselves as well as with the panelists. The evening will culminate in a Musician’s Showcase at Jack’s Bar on Washington Street.

The entire second day of Protect Athens Music is devoted to free legal clinics at Nuçi’s Space, which interested musicians can sign up for by calling (706) 548-8668 or emailing ProtectAthensMusic@gmail.com. Appointments will last 30 minutes and should be made in advance. After the full day of consultations, Protect Athens Music will begin its regular, bi-monthly schedule. For the full day and beyond, Liz Wheeler, also of the Moore Firm, Gonzalez, and Noyle Jones, Esq. all have volunteered their time to assist musicians and help address whatever entertainment law concerns they may have.

The Musician’s Workshop and the bi-monthly clinics at Nuçi’s Space present a great opportunity for local musicians to learn more about how to maximize their chances of success while minimizing their risks. As corporate as it may sound, building a professional career in the music industry often requires careful attention to details like who owns the band’s name, who owns the publishing, and whether that perfect record deal really is as good as it seems. For all of those questions and more, sometimes musicians need more than just the well-intentioned advice of their immediate cohort.

“Legal advice is important to musicians because it is about protecting the value of their craft,” says Gonzalez. “I want musicians to see me, the music attorney, as a member of their team, with their best interests in mind, to help them succeed in their musical career.”

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was awesome,’” says Mantione of the vibes that translated smoothly to the studio. “For anyone that knows me and Patrick, the fact that we were working alone in a studio for 10 hours at a time and having a great time doing it would be pretty much a miracle, to put it bluntly. To say that we could rub each other the wrong way back in the old days would be an understatement. There’s definitely a reason he quit. But now we’re having a great time.”

Much of Mantione’s newfound inspiration comes from a better personal understanding of himself as a songwriter, after taking stock of changes within himself over his two-decadeplus career.

“If you look at my diaries now and then, 23 years ago, I was quite crazy, in every way.

Today I look at my diaries and I’m like, ‘Jesus, this is kind of boring.’ So, there’s not as much turmoil, which probably allows me to write a little bit differently,” he laughs. “Now, I’ve lived an intense amount of turmoil in the last 11 years that really dwarfs the turmoil I had in my earlier years, but I just deal with it better than I used to. So, there is a lot of life going on with this record, as opposed to just a lot of neurosis.”

To chart Five Eight’s last few records by the years in which they were released makes for an interesting study of an independent band in the music industry. The gaps of four (‘00–’04) and six-plus (‘04–’11) years each saw the industry change at a breakneck pace.

Put simply, Five Eight hasn’t really released two records into the “same” industry since the early ‘90s.

“From our perspective, [the industry now] is a lot more exciting than daunting or depressing. If you’re an independent band, this is the best time ever to release a record,” says Mantione. “It makes a lot of the work we put in before really pay off. There’s a more organic growth to the process; I find it really appealing.”

And the cathartic nature of Five Eight’s bluntest, most aurally demanding record?

“We’re just older and wiser and not feeling like we have to make it in music, and that makes playing just a joy. This one,” Mantione says with a laugh, “is particularly sweet.”

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Ya know, those three things you just don’t discuss with people: religion, politics and The Great Pumpkin. Five Eight’s Mike Mantione left the last one alone, but has boldly taken on the first two untouchables in his band’s latest, long-awaited and utterly daring record, Your God Is Dead to Me Now. “We’ve never really written anything political before, but a lot of [these songs] came from the last few years of the Bush administration and the frustration of feeling this kind of heavy duty attack on a lot of the values I hold dear,” says Mantione of the contextual shift in Five Eight’s material. “What I tried to do was combine the politics with love.

Centrally, the songs are about love or politics, but beneath that there is a subtext of either one.”

Originally slated to be a double album (one disc about politics, the other about love), Your God… instead continues more of the streamlined, lyrically punching songs that have decorated Five Eight’s past, albeit with substantially darker undertones and little message lost in translation. Many of the flagship tunes date back to the beginnings of the second Bush presidential term. Written in fragments and kept close to Mantione’s chest, they took years—and two separate recording sessions with two separate casts—to see the light of day.

“After the R.E.M. tour [in 2004], we had a lot of feelings about hopefully getting signed or whatever, but after a certain point, I just didn’t really worry about it anymore. In the interim that followed, we just kind of put off finishing the new record for various reasons… and a lot of that had to do with the personal nature of the songs.”

In that same interim, long-time drummer Mike Rizzi left Athens for a new gig in L.A., leaving any project’s completion in further jeopardy. The answer for the future, as it turns out, was in Mantione’s past. At Rizzi’s urging, he sought out original Five Eight drummer Patrick Ferguson.

“Patrick had always been saying that he wanted to come in and play on and help produce the record. Honestly, I thought it was just talk, or him being nice,” Mantione remembers. “But within three months of him coming back and us starting to play together, Patrick insisted that we record these songs.”

The reunited chemistry was electric, and instantly reminiscent of the scorching live style for which Five Eight first became known.

“The first show at the Melting Point completely took us by surprise. I think we both walked off the stage thinking, ‘Holy shit, that

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ive your money to a band and you could get a lot of things. A CD, a t-shirt, a sticker, a home-cooked meal, a sweatshirt, a hat—wait. A home-cooked meal? No, really. It doesn’t make most merch lists, but New Jersey-based River City Extension truly did extend the tour-fund-donationfor-home-cooked-meal offer in the early stages of their career.

“First off, we should say that the right amount of money for me to come cook you a meal is just ghastly,” jokes River City’s frontman Joe Michelini. “It’s not an idea that filled itself out at the time, but I think it has a lot of potential. We all love to cook. I think I’d be going to culinary school if I wasn’t in a band.”

Well, Michelini is in a band—and one that’s generating some serious buzz after its first couple trips to the Southeast (this show marks River City’s Athens debut, as it so happens).

Despite the culinary exploits never coming to fruition, even the willingness to consider such a thing illuminates the greater reality that faces indie bands today—put simply, get creative or get out of the way.

“There’s an over-saturation of music and creativity. So, what are you gonna do? The bar has been raised. Everyone knows everyone’s secrets,” says Michelini. “You can’t just be good.

You’ve gotta be good, and then better than good, and then better than that, and then you have to be more creative than that tenfold to actually break through this impenetrable wall that says you can’t have a career in the arts. You’ve gotta set yourself apart.”

Perhaps Michelini is already ahead of the game in that he’s aware of these very facts. It’s a realization that, he says, forced to the forefront only the most honest aspects of his ever-evolving songwriting for the band’s critically well received debut, The Unmistakable Man. “It’s easy to get stuck in a rut. Your vocal chords and your melodies are starting to sound the same. It’s fun to immerse yourself in something new and fun. We’re chemists. We’re mad scientists just throwing things together and hoping that we’re going to change the world,” he says, before attempting a succinct categorization of his band’s sound. “But I’ll give you this: I’d say that if Tom Petty was singing for The Decemberists and they had a horn section, it might sound something like us.

That’s the closest I suppose I could get.”

Songwriting is but half the challenge, as young bands often have their shot to impress—not on record, but rather onstage.

Again, it’s a challenge Michelini and his bandmates embrace in their raucous folk/rock/punk/funk (yes, really) live show.

“The new experiences, seeing and meeting people, has been inspiring to me. Everything in America that we’ve seen has been magnificent,” he says. “With the exception of West Texas (laughs). That’s a pretty barren drive. But the live show puts the West Texas aside, so to speak. When we play, it takes over and pushes everything else out of us. That feels good; that’s why we do it.”

And should the fans return the favor and decide to pony up a chunk of change to the River City tour fund? “I try to cook semi-healthy food. I love salty, crunchy kind of food, so a lot of my time is spent trying to figure how to cook that in a better way,” says Michelini. “I got a sweet buffalo chicken recipe out of there once [laughs], and it was pretty good for you.”

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ince D. Boon got killed, I didn’t listen to much Minutemen. It’s kinda heavy for me,” says Mike Watt.

The problem of how we negotiate the past is one of our great and difficult mysteries, and it will likely stay that way. But working problems, head-on, has always been what Mike Watt does. The blue-collar ethos he developed growing up and growing older in the small harbor town of San Pedro, CA consistently guides his approach towards music and art. Punk rock changed his life, and in turn, he came to symbolize everything it could promise: proletarian grit, open-hearted idealism, political eye-poking, pragmatic utility, fearless experimentation. His role as a musician has been simultaneously primary and supportive: he has written four albums of solo work, but his instrument, as key to his life as a wrench to a mechanic, is the bass guitar.

In his music with the Minutemen, fIREHOSE and others, Watt has struggled with the weird existential stuff for which punk rock was invented to unpack. Who was art for? What is our labor worth? What ought to be questioned? The answer to that last question is everything, as it turned out; that was the big crux of the Minutemen, his massively important trio with drummer George Hurley and guitarist D. Boon. When D. Boon died in a car wreck, Watt put the Minutemen away. That was in 1985.

When Flagpole reached Watt at his home in Pedro, the phone scarcely rang before the man himself barked “WATT!”, and right off we started discussing how he got back into the Minutemen. “Are you aware of this We Jam Econo?” Watt asks.

He’s referring to the 2005 documentary that explored all the multifaceted sides of the Minutemen: three-man salon of ideas, ripping and buoyant live act, dudes in van. Boon, Hurley and Watt responded to the immediacy and brevity of punk but especially dug into its inherent destructive/regenerative nature. With old rules shredded, experiments in dissonance, rhythm, spoken word, folk, jazz, country and (most famously) funk were all part of the new map of possibilities. The songs were short, but within those songs were previously unthoughtof challenges.

When filmmakers Keith Schieron and Tim Irwin approached Watt for commentary and reflection, he obliged them in spite of whatever pain the reflection might inflict. In re-discovery: surprise. “I was kinda interested, like, whoa, look at these little things! We made these little songs. And that wasn’t our idea—we got it from Wire, y’know. Pink Flag.”

Two times before, Watt has dealt with the past with longform albums he calls operas. The first, Contemplating the Engine Room, dually mapped the Navy life of his father and the storyline of his time with the Minutemen. His second, the markedly difficult The Secondman’s Middle Stand, explored his brutal stay in the hospital through the narrative lens of Dante’s Divine Comedy. His third and newest opera, Hyphenated-Man, was borne of his rediscovery of the Minutemen’s catalog and is no less conceptually rich.

“When I was a teenager, I got kinda fascinated with this Dutch painter named Hieronymous Bosch… these little creatures,” Watt says. “It seemed like his paintings were one thing made of a bunch of little things. And that reminded me kind of a Minutemen gig or album. So, I used those kinda things to frame up this idea about confronting myself in this day, these days, this moment. Which I guess is supposed to be some kinda mid-life crisis or somethin’?” he says, laughing.

The Bosch comparison is not unreasonable: while the concept of “econo” was the Minutemen’s signature ethic, meaning maximum efficiency with minimal filler, the lattice they formed

when one stepped back revealed real, vivid and thoroughly felt-out art.

“I was thinkin’ of The Wizard of Oz,” Watt continues. “You notice the Scarecrow and the Tin Man and the Lion are actually the farmhands. Y’know, ‘you were there, you were there…’

And Dorothy’s trippin’ on what dudes do to be dudes, y’know?

Which I think is the crux of the middle-aged thing for guys, like, what does it mean to be… whatever,” he digresses, sounding maybe a little embarrassed. “So, the Bosch things, they’re like little men made of different parts, so I thought, whoa, maybe these things could go together to make a piece.”

Taking himself out of his normal element of bass guitar, Watt pulled out D. Boon’s Telecaster guitar and set about writing his puzzle pieces. Only one of the 30 songs rendered exceeds two minutes, and each contains a microcosm of personal investigations. Did the exploratory experience feel akin to completing a jaunt down a canary-colored highway? “Well, actually, what the fuckin’ man behind the curtain tells ‘em is that they always had it. They don’t have to give ya a badge or a diploma, remember all that stuff? What is it? Validation and all that shit,” he says. “But I hope that that’s the main thing that people get from this third opera, is that life is for learnin’… If you think you got it all figured out, you’re missin’ part of the trip.”

These reflections in turn led to a revelation which in turn has led the already-prolific Watt to ramp up his output even more. “I’ve done so many gigs in the last 10 years and so few recordings, I really thought it was out of balance. And when you’re gone, all you’ve got is those works. Gigs are very important, it’s in the moment, it’s part of life, but they’re gone when you’re gone. And I never had children—this is the closest thing I got to kids, is works.”

He proceeds to rattle off a staggering list of upcoming releases, including his long-running dueling basses duo Dos (with ex-wife Kira Roesller, formerly of Black Flag), a rekindling of his collaboration with jazz guitarist/ Wilco sideman Nels Cline, the Black Gang and way more—so much Watt has started his own label, Clenched Wrench.

Watt’s current tour (with his latest trio, The Missingmen) to present the new opera to folks is a different kind of return for him: a return to the club circuit. For nearly a decade now he’s been playing far bigger spaces as bassist for The Stooges. “It’s a little different,” he chuckles. “But life is about takin’ turns.

With everything. So, why not with gigs?… But it’s comin’ on eight years with The Stooges. I’ve actually done that now longer than bein’ in either fIREHOSE or Minutemen.”

And so it’ll go for Mike Watt into the future: stretching each project as long as they will allow, taking each vehicle to the logical conclusions they were built to find. We’re lucky to have him, him and his un-“punk” urge to look back and glean knowledge from whatever path he’s taken. His story isn’t over yet, and it will continue to be told. Because for Mike Watt, the autobiography has been in the living.

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he opening frames of Lera Lynn’s Soundies video for “I’m Your Fool” feature a young woman sitting on a porch playing an acoustic guitar. Her voice is confident, and she sits casually, rocking back and forth while singing pop-folk melodies that recall strong-voiced women of the 1960s and ‘70s (see Dusty Springfield, Joni Mitchell, et al.).

Birds are singing in the background. The song, about feeling helplessly in love, shows a sort of maturity that makes it hard to believe Lynn is only 27 years old.

To anyone who stumbles across the video online or who happens to hear Lynn’s debut album, Have You Met Lera Lynn?, she might appear to be some next-big-thing singer that a big record company is pushing.

The reality couldn’t be further from that, however. Lera Lynn is a local artist whose new album was selfproduced and recorded for free by a generous studio engineer. She has been making ends meet by doing vocal studio session work, singing at weddings and working at a vintage boutique. Money is tight. If she’s a next-big-anything, it’s due to the fact that she is relentless in trying to make her own way. Lera Lynn may be the most sophisticated struggling Athens artist you’re likely to find. She knows this.

Hearing Lynn talk about her journey, you get the idea that she is a born singer, financial and occupational hardships be damned. It has to be this way.

“I was working as a waitress and bartender for a while, and then I just made the decision one day to figure it out,” she says. Being a professional musician, she says, “is the one thing I’ve been dead set on doing.”

This has been the case for years now. Lynn was born in Houston. The next few years were a southern Odyssey-in-miniature, seeing Lynn move to Shreveport, LA, then Atlanta, tiny Watkinsville, GA and eventually Athens in 2006. She studied journalism at UGA before switching over to cultural anthropology, in which she earned a bachelor’s degree in 2009.

When Lera Lynn moved to Athens, she began looking for musicians to play with around town. Fortunately, she had one collecting her rent: Neal Fountain was her landlord. Fountain, perhaps best known as a jazz bassist who has played behind Colonel Bruce Hampton, liked Lera Lynn’s demo enough to begin playing with her. Lynn’s now-former band, Birds & Wire, eventually formed around the duo, with Dan Nettles (Kenosha Kid) also joining.

That is all history, however. Lynn is now performing under her own name, and she is celebrating the release of her debut album at the 40 Watt on Mar. 28. Originally scheduled for Mar. 5, the show was postponed due to a couple of unforeseen (not to mention pretty awful) circumstances. The Tuesday before her

show, Lynn got word that her partner had a very serious bacterial infection in his spine and would need to be admitted to the hospital immediately. While Lynn tended to him, her mother called to say that Lynn’s 94-yearold grandfather was nearing death in Texas.

Canceling the show was a foregone conclusion.

“In my mind, there was really no choice,” Lynn says.

Now back on track, Lynn’s show at the 40 Watt is just the beginning of a media charm offensive: every month, Lynn hopes to release a new music video and song. Within the past few weeks, she released a video for “Good Hearted Man,” which has generated a lot of attention (both positive and negative) on Flagpole’s music blog, Homedrone. She is also planning on touring a lot, and recently made a pilgrimage out to SXSW to play some parties.

Lynn explains that her current push towards self-made success is not something she takes lightly: “My parents have always stressed the importance of having a ‘plan B,’ because my mother was a singer and she got pregnant at a very young age,” Lynn says.

“She had to go find a random job, and she struggled to make ends meet.”

Lynn’s parents wanted her to have fallback options, she says, “but now, at 27 with a bachelor’s degree in anthropology, it’s kind of frightening to think of what other path I would take… I’m too old to change my mind. I have to make this work.”

While her purse strings remain reined in, Lynn has found a lot of support from local musicians sharing stages with her. The community of like-minded Athens artists is a confidence boost. She says that over the past few years “there has definitely been more attention paid to Americana music, which is helpful to me. There’s a community.” She counts Kaitlin Jones and the County Fair, The Corduroy Road and Packway Handle Band among her peers.

“They realize that the importance of support and networking and using each other as sort of a launching pad is more helpful than competing with each other,” Lynn says.

“That’s how it seems to work in the music business. Making friends is how you get ahead.”

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Tuesday 22 EVENTS: Italian Film Screening (UGA Miller Learning Center, Room 148) Playing the third installment of Marco Tullio Giordana’s La Meglio Gioventu. 7 p.m. FREE! www.rom. uga.edu PERFORMANCE: The American Boychoir (Athens First United Methodist Church) Joined by the 90-voice Georgia Children’s Chorus, the concert will feature folk songs from Asia, North and South America and Africa, and selections by J.S. Bach, Brahms, Tormis and others.

6:15 p.m. FREE! 706-543-1442 PERFORMANCE: Faculty Recital (UGA Ramsey Concert Hall) David Zerkel, tuba. 8 p.m. FREE! (students), $5. 706-542-3737, www. music.uga.edu PERFORMANCE: Recitals (Edge Recital Hall) Thomas Gregory Gray, voice, and Robert Thomas, voice, at 3:30 p.m. Timothy Pounds and Benjamin Torres on trombone at 5 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 706-542-3737, www. music.uga.edu KIDSTUFF: Children’s Storytime (ACC Library) For children ages 18 months to 5 years. Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

FREE! 706-613-3650 KIDSTUFF: Exploring Craft (Treehouse Kid and Craft) For children 6 & under. Accompanied by a story or puppet show. 10 a.m. $10 706-850-8226, www.treehousekidandcraft.com KIDSTUFF: Kids’ Beginning Art (Whole: Mind. Body. Art.) Children are exposed to basic techiniques and encouraged to explore their own creative ideas. Materials provided.

Tuesdays, 5–6 p.m. $10 (adv.) $12 (drop-in). 706-410-0283 KIDSTUFF: Recycled Arts (Whole: Mind. Body. Art.) Kids are invited to explore thier creativity through art projects where found objects are transformed into art pieces.

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KIDSTUFF: Tour Day (Waseca Learning Environment) Tour the facility and hear from Waseca’s director about its Montessori curriculum and environmental philosophy.

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by Mike Ferguson, University of Dundee, Scotland. 4 p.m. FREE! 706-542-3310, gking@uga.edu LECTURES & LIT.: 26th Odum Lecture (UGA Ecology Building) Climate change expert Stephen W. Pacala will discuss how competition among plants creates predictable patterns in the biosphere and carbon cycle feedbacks that set the mag-

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FREE! www.ecology.uga.edu LECTURES & LIT.: Brown Bag Lecture (UGA Fanning Building) “Does Family Economic Hardship Impact Family Members’ Health?”

3:30–4:30 p.m. FREE! rachjoy@ gmail.com LECTURES & LIT.: “Designing and Planning Exhibitions at the High” (Lamar Dodd School of Art, Room 150) David Brenneman will discuss his curatorial practices at the High Museum of Art with a special emphasis on the museum’s partnership with the Louvre in Paris.

5:30 p.m. FREE! arhisocietyuga@ gmail.com LECTURES & LIT.: Georgia Writers Hall of Fame Ceremony (UGA Miller Learning Center) Authors Melissa Faye Greene and Natasha Trethewey, along with posthumous honorees James Kilgo and Johnny Mercer, will be inducted into the Hall of Fame. 10:30 a.m.

FREE! www.libs.uga.edu/gawriters/ index.html LECTURES & LIT.: Global Diseases: Voices from the Vanguard Lecture (UGA Chapel) Dazon Dixon Diallo, founder and president of the first women’s HIV/ AIDS organization in the Southeast, SisterLove, Inc., will discuss her work educating communities about AIDS prevention. 5:30 p.m. FREE! 706-542-5038, murrayd@uga.edu LECTURES & LIT.: “In My Place” (UGA Journalism Building) Charlayne Hunter-Gault shares her reflections on being one of UGA’s first African-American students and on her work as a journalist. 9 a.m.

FREE! 706-542-5038, murrayd@ uga.edu LECTURES & LIT.: “Islam and the True Meaning of Freedom” (UGA Caldwell Hall, Room 107) A talk by Imam Hanif Mohammed. 7 p.m. FREE! msatuga@gmail.com MEETINGS: Business Networking (Foundry Park Inn & Spa) Athens Referral Bulldawgs, an Athens chapter of BNI, meets every Tuesday.

Lunch is provided. 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. 770-713-4278 MEETINGS: Green Scene (Hotel Indigo) The U.S. Green Building Coucil (USGBC) Athens branch hosts a public social-networking event. 6–8 p.m. FREE! 706-3697938 MEETINGS: Neighborhood Watch (Athens Technical College) ACC Police Department will teach on how to form a successful neighborhood watch program. Registration requested. 9 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. FREE! 706-369-5763, awhite@athenstech. edu GAMES: Locos Trivia (Locos Grill & Pub) All three Athens locations of Locos Grill and Pub (Westside, Eastside and Harris St.) feature trivia night every Tuesday. 8:30 p.m.

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Wednesday 23 EVENTS: Athens Fashion Week Meet and Greet (On the Rocks) Hosted by the AFW steering committee and staff. 8 p.m. FREE! www. athensfashionweek.com EVENTS: Canine Cocktail Hour (Hotel Indigo, Madison Bar & Bistro Courtyard) Drink and food specials for you and your (well-behaved, non-aggressive, vaccinated) dog!

This week: salty dogs and greyhounds. Every Wednesday. 5-7 p.m. www.indigoathens.com EVENTS: GSPHE Vigil and Rally (UGA Arch) Come out and join concerned students and community members in support of better funding for K–12 and higher education in Georgia. 4:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.georgiastudents.org EVENTS: Mayors for Meals (Council on Aging) A breakfast will be held to celebrate volunteers and community partners. After breakfast, Mayors Nancy Denson and Chip Thompson will join former mayors en route delivering food to participants in the Meals on Wheels program. 8:30 a.m. www.accaging.org EVENTS: Protect Athens Music (UGA Dean Rusk Center) A musicians’ workshop including panel discussions with music business professionals and law experts.

2:30–6:30 p.m. 706-548-8668, protectathensmusic@gmail.com. See story on p. 16.

EVENTS: Slow Food Dinner (MABA Grill) A three-course dinner using healthy ingredients infused with Vietnamese essence. 6:30 p.m. $20.

RSVP: athens.slowfood@gmail.com EVENTS: Sneak Preview: Your Highness (UGA Tate Center) Advance screening of the upcoming film featuring appearances by director David Gordon Green and writer/ actor Danny McBride. 4 p.m. (autograph signing), 7 p.m. (screening).

FREE! www.uga.edu/union EVENTS: Wine Dinner (George’s Lowcountry Table) Enjoy an evening with Tall Boy Beverage Co. 706548-3359 ART: Tour at Two (Georgia Museum of Art) Join Paul Manoguerra for a tour of “The American Scene on Paper: Prints and Drawings from the Schoen Collection.” 2 p.m. FREE! 706-542-4662 PERFORMANCE: Recital (UGA Ramsey Concert Hall) Rafael Stefanichen Ferronato, violin. 3:35 p.m. 706-542-3737, www.music. uga.edu PERFORMANCE: Recitals (Edge Recital Hall) Gary Garvin on euphnium and Kyle Bickwit on bassoon at 3:35 p.m., followed by Franziska Brunner on clarinet at 6:30 p.m. 3:35 p.m. FREE! 706-542-3737, www. music.uga.edu THEATRE: Mamma Mia! (The Classic Center) Writer Catherine

Christy Green’s paintings are on display at OCAF until Mar. 25.

Johnson’s sunny, funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. 7:30 p.m. $15–70. 800-864-4160 THEATRE: Improv Athens (UGA Fine Arts Building, Balcony Theatre) Troup performs improv for a live audience. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-583-0045 OUTDOORS: Rocks of the Piedmont (Various Locations) Guided tour through the Oconee Forest to identify major rock types and learn how they affect topography and vegetation. Meet at the Oconee Forest Park boardwalk. 3–5 p.m.

FREE! www.athensgreenfest.com KIDSTUFF: Children’s Storytime (ACC Library) For children ages 18 months to 5 years. Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

FREE! 706-613-3650 KIDSTUFF: Nature Stories: Takes from the Earth (Oconee County Library) Naturalist and storyteller Tommy Tye will read interactive stories. 4 p.m. FREE! 706-769-3950 KIDSTUFF: Parent Informational Meeting (Freedom to Grow UNschool) For parents interested in learning about a new educational alternative for K-6th grade students.

Call or email to register. 4:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! 478-718-1414, freedomtogrowunschool@gmail.com KIDSTUFF: Wildcard Wednesday for Teens (ACC Library) Up next: Steampunk Watch Fobs. For ages 11–18. 4 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650 LECTURES & LIT.: Exit Seminar (UGA Life Sciences Building) “Production of a Synthetic Repeat Array System for Artificial Centromere Formation in Maize,” presented by Han Zhang. 4 p.m.

FREE! whites@uga.edu LECTURES & LIT.: Lecture (UGA Miller Learning Center, Room 148) Professor Maria Hohn and Dr. Martin Klimke present “A Breath of Freedom: The Civil Rights Struggle, African American GIs and Germany.”

5 p.m. FREE! afam.uga.edu LECTURES & LIT.: “The Nearest East: Imaging Asia Migration in Latin American Cultural Production” (UGA Miller Learning Center, Room 213) Ignacio LopezCalvo discusses Asian contributions to Latin American culture and cultural responses to Asian migration

in nations such as Cuba and Peru. 4 p.m. FREE! markand@uga.edu LECTURES & LIT.: Romance Languages Colloquium (UGA Gilbert Hall, Room 320) Diana Ranson presents “Pragmatic Functions of Spanish Subject Pronouns: Why Meaning Matters.”

12:15 p.m. FREE! dbultman@uga. edu LECTURES & LIT.: “Where Can I Go as a Writer?” (UGA Miller Learning Center, Room 368) Amy Sindik speaks on how journalism goes beyond magazines and newspapers and is used in the television industry. 7 p.m. FREE! www.uga. edu/nabj LECTURES & LIT.: Women’s History Month Keynote Address (Georgia Center) Dr. AnaLouise Keating presents “From This Bridge Called My Back to This Bridge We Call Home, and Beyond: U.S. Women of Colors’ Radical Visions for Transformation.” 2:30 p.m. FREE! www.uga.edu/iws MEETINGS: GSPHE Meeting (UGA Miller Learning Center, Room 247) Georgia Students for Public Higher Eduction is a coalition of students who believe that affordable, quality education is a right. 8 p.m. FREE! georgiastudents.org GAMES: Sports Trivia (Beef ‘O’ Brady’s) Every Wednesday. Win house cash and prizes! 8:30 p.m.

FREE! 706-850-1916 GAMES: Texas Hold ‘Em (Buffalo’s Southwest Café) Poker night every Wednesday. 18 and up. Sign in at 6:30 p.m. Begins at 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.interstatepokerclub.com GAMES: Trivia (Copper Creek Brewing Company) Test your trivia chops for prizes! Every Wednesday.

9 p.m. FREE! 706-546-1102 GAMES: Trivia (Harry’s Pig Shop) Nerd wars at Classic City Trivia’s “most challenging trivia night in Athens.” Every Wednesday. 7:30 p.m. FREE! 706-612-9219

Thursday 24 EVENTS: iFilms: Listen to Your Heart (ACC Library) It’s love at first sight when Danny, a struggling but

unwaveringly optimistic musician, meets Ariana, a wealthy hearingimpaired girl from Connecticut. 6:30 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650 EVENTS: Protect Athens Music (Nuçi’s Space) Musicians’ clinic featuring consultations with experienced entertainment attorneys available. Email to make appointment. 11 a.m.–6 p.m. 706-548-8668, protectathensmusic@gmail.com EVENTS: Teacher Re-use Store (ACC Solid Waste Department) Teachers, bring your school identification or letter on school letterhead for free classroom materials.

Public, private and home schools all welcome. 4–6 p.m. FREE! 706613-3512 EVENTS: Under the Rainbow (Suburban Night Club) Drag show and dance party hosted by sapph. fire. 8 p.m.–12 a.m. $3–5. facebook. com/sapphfire.athens ART: Drawing in the Galleries (Georgia Museum of Art) Open hours for visitors to sketch in the galleries using graphite or colored pencils. 5–8 p.m. FREE! collardj@ uga.edu ART: Panel Discussion (Georgia Museum of Art) Artists from around the country and featured in the exhibition “Tradition Redefined” will discuss their processes and works.

5:30 p.m. FREE! 706-542-4662 PERFORMANCE: Recitals (Edge Recital Hall) Ashley Floyd, DMA Minor Composition, at 6 p.m. and Scott Rawls on viola at 8 p.m. 6 p.m.

706-542-3737, www.music.uga.edu PERFORMANCE: Recitals (Edge Recital Hall) Kenny Kyung Baik on saxophone and the UGA Saxophone Quartet at 5 p.m., followed by the UGA Woodwind Chamber Music at 6:30 p.m. and David Horger on piano at 8 p.m. 5 p.m. 706-5423737, www.music.uga.edu THEATRE: Mamma Mia! (The Classic Center) See Mar. 23 Theatre listing. 7:30 p.m. $15–70. 800864-4160 KIDSTUFF: Baby Music Jam (ACC Library) Children ages 1-3 and their caregivers get to play instruments, sing and have a dance party together! Starts at 10:30 a.m. FREE! 706-613-3650

KIDSTUFF: “Battle of the Athenians” (ACC Library) Test your knowledge of The Lost Hero in this epic trivia battle. 4:30 p.m.

FREE! 706-613-3650 KIDSTUFF: Homeschoolers Chapter Book Review (Madison County Library) Elementary schoolage homeschoolers gather at the library to read a book together and talk about it. Every Thursday. 2 p.m.

FREE! 706-795-5597 KIDSTUFF: Open Craft Hour (Treehouse Kid and Craft) For ages 2–8. Past projects have included puppets, wreaths, mittens and snowflakes. 4 p.m. $10. 706-850-8226 KIDSTUFF: Read to Rover (ACC Library) Beginning readers in grades 1–4 read aloud to an aid dog. Trainer always present. 3:30–4:30 p.m.

FREE! 706-769-3950 KIDSTUFF: Spanish for Kids (Treehouse Kid and Craft) Vocabulary mixed with dance, song, theater, games and other activities.

10 a.m. $10. 706-850-8226 LECTURES & LIT.: 2011 E. Paul Torrance Lecture (Lamar Dodd School of Art) Mark Beeman of Northwestern University presents “Insight in the Brain: The Cognitive and Neural Bases of ‘Eureka!’

Moments.” 5:30 p.m. FREE! 706542-5104, bcramond@uga.edu LECTURES & LIT.: 2011 J. G. Woodroof Lecture (Georgia Center) “The Challenges of Moving from Hazard-based to Risk-based Food Safety Systems,” sponsored by the department of food science and technology. 2 p.m. FREE! 706-5423045, karens@uga.edu LECTURES & LIT.: “Middle East in Transition and Its Repercussions on the U.S. Foreign Policy” (UGA Miller Learning Center, Room 171) Peter Bechtold speaks on the transformations in Egypt, Tunisia, Sudan and the rest of the region and its effect on policy. 3:30 p.m. FREE! 706461-3221 LECTURES & LIT.: Money Troubles (ACC Library) Money Matters coordinator Alison Spiers will share some helpful tips for navigating tough financial waters. 7 p.m.

FREE! 706-613-3650 LECTURES & LIT.: Owens Distinguished Vistiting Lecturer (UGA Tate Center) “Getting Over Segregation: How will Mainstream Healthcare Integrate Treatment for Substance Use Disorders?” presented by Dr. A. Thomas McLellan, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. 3:30 p.m. FREE~ 706542-6100, sgary@uga.edu MEETINGS: Safe Space Training (UGA Memorial Hall, Room 238) Interactive workshop to raise awareness and knowledge of LGBT issues and to suggest ways to serve as an ally to LGBT individuals. Online registration required. 8:30 a.m.–12 p.m.

FREE! 706-542-4077, www.uga.edu/ safespace

Friday 25 EVENTS: Auction for Adoption (Buffalo’s Southwest Café) Live auction to benefit All God’s Children Adoption Agency in Athens. 6 p.m. $20. 706-354-6655 EVENTS: Bargainza Preview (Homewood Village Shopping Center) Come check out the goods the night before the giant thrift sale!

Presented by the Junior League of Athens. 6:30–8:30 p.m. $5. www. juniorleagueofathens.org EVENTS: Dawgs After Dark: March Madness (UGA Ramsey Student Center) Late-night activities include rock wall climbing, kayaking, arcade games, crafts and food.

10 p.m. FREE! (students), $5. 706542-6396, www.uga.edu/union EVENTS: Diavel Launch (Terrapin Beer Co.) NPR Ducati celebrates the new Diavel motorcycle. Gift bags and raffle tickets will be given out.

5:30–8 p.m. info@NPRDucati.com EVENTS: Found Footage Festival (Ciné BarCafé) Brand-new installment of festival that showcases odd videos, such as infomercials, training videos and cable access shows, found at garage sales, thrift stores and warehouses throughout the country. Hosted by comedians Joe Pickett (The Onion) and Nick Prueher (Letterman). 8 & 10 p.m. $10. www.foundfootagefest.com EVENTS: Heavy Metal Parking Lot (Ciné BarCafé) A mid-’80s time capsule from the golden age of heavy metal, this rock documentary will serve as the “opening band” for the Found Footage Festival. 8 & 10 p.m. $10. www.foundfootagefest.com EVENTS: Open House (UGA Observatory) View Saturn, the Orion Nebula and other astronomical sights through a 24-inch telescope.

9 p.m. FREE! www.physast.uga.edu EVENTS: Opening Reception (Lamar Dodd School of Art) For the 2011 Master of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition featuring a wide range of two and three dimensional artworks from each of 24 graduating students.

6–9 p.m. FREE! www.art.uga.edu PERFORMANCE: Doctoral Recital (UGA Ramsey Concert Hall) Justin Dougherty, cello. 6 p.m. 706-5423737, www.music.uga.edu PERFORMANCE: Recitals (Edge Recital Hall) Laura Eckhardt, Taylor Watts and Ian Edwards, all on saxophone, at 3:35 p.m. Followed by Matthew Everhart on saxophone and Eric R. Hardy on trombone at 5 p.m.

3:35 p.m. FREE! 706-542-3737, www.music.uga.edu PERFORMANCE: UGA Choral Association Joy of Singing Festival (UGA Hodgson Hall) UGA Choirs Collegium Musicum, Classic City Jazz and Concert Choir and guest choirs Berry College, Savannah and Arts Academy. 8 p.m.

706-542-3737, mandaya@uga.edu THEATRE: Oh, Mr. Faulkner, Do You Write? (Madison-Morgan Cultural Center) A one-man play celebrating the life of William Faulkner.

7:30 p.m. $15–40. 706-342-4743, www.mmcc-arts.org THEATRE: The Lesson (UGA Arena Theatre) A production by the UGA Graduate Acting Ensemble. Mar. 25, 8 p.m., Mar. 26, 8 a.m. $5. www. drama.uga.edu OUTDOORS: Sole Mates (Rocksprings Park) Wellness program for senior adults. Take a stroll around the park. Every Friday. Call to register. 12:30 p.m. $7 (one-time fee). 706-613-3603 KIDSTUFF: Afterhours @ The Library (ACC Library) Teen coffeehouse and open mic. Come sing, dance, play an instrument, read poetry or juggle. Refreshments provided. Ages 11-18. 7-9 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650 KIDSTUFF: Books & Bites (Madison County Library) Eat pizza and read! For teens only. No library voice required. 8–10 p.m. FREE! 706-795-5597 KIDSTUFF: Japanese Storytime (ACC Library, Storyroom) Learn about Japanese culture through literacy-based fun. Led by volunteers from UGA’s Japan Outreach Program. 5 p.m. FREE! 706-6133650 KIDSTUFF: Preschool & Toddler Storytime (Madison County Library) Includes stories, fingerpuppet plays, songs and crafts for literacy-based fun. For ages 18 months to 5 years. Every Tuesday

and Wednesday. 9:30 & 10:30 a.m.

FREE! 706-795-5597 LECTURES & LIT.: IWS Friday Speaker Series (UGA Miller Learning Center, Room 245) The Institute for Women’s Studies and Daleah Goodwin present “Of Rare Power and Skill: (Re)Introducting the Life and Work of Miss Hallie Quinn Brown.” 12:20–1:10 p.m. FREE! 706-542-2846, tlhat@uga.edu LECTURES & LIT.: Romance Languages Colloquium (UGA Gilbert Hall) Ignacio Lopez-Calvo presents “Argueda’s El Sexto and the Grotesque Body: The Japanese Character at the Boundaries of National Belonging.” 3:30 p.m.

FREE! dbultman@uga.edu LECTURES & LIT.: Sociology Colloquium (UGA Miller Learning Center) Penny Edgell of the University of Minnesota presents “Are We Secular Yet? Cultural Sociology and New Approaches to the Study of Religion.” 2:30–4 p.m.

FREE! 706-583-8072, jeremyr@ uga.edu

Saturday 26 EVENTS: Empty Bowls: Homemade for the Hungry (Good Dirt) Benefit for the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia featuring a pottery bowl sale, silent auction and chili cook-off. Noon–3 p.m. www.foodbanknega.org. See City Pages on p. 5.

EVENTS: “Starry, Starry Night” (Athens Country Club) The 20th annual celebration to benefit Prevent Child Abuse Athens will feature Wheel of Fortune, dinner, both a silent and live auction and other surprises. Call to register. 6:30 p.m. $100. 706-546-9713, www. pcaathens.org EVENTS: 5K and Tree Frog Trot (Chase Street Elementary School) Chase Steet Elementary 5K Race for Chase and One Mile Tree Frog Trot.

Proceeds will benefit various different PTO-sponsored projects. 8:30 a.m. $15 (adv.), $20. 706-714-6904, kimfisherturner@yahoo.com EVENTS: Adoptapalooza (Homewood Village Shopping Center) Dog adoption day with on-site applications, a microchip clinic, moonwalk, toe nail trim table and goodies from Z-Dog Bakery. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. FREE! athenscaninerescue.com EVENTS: Amnesty International State Conference (UGA Miller Learning Center) The UGA chapter of AI hosts a day filled with human rights work and activism. Register online. 10:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. FREE! amnestyspring2011.eventbite.com EVENTS: Athens Psychic Fair (Body, Mind & Spirit Ministries) Tarot readings, divinations and other activities in celebration of Athens Pagan Pride Day. 11 a.m.–4 p.m.

FREE! athenspaganpride.org EVENTS: Bargainza (Homewood Village Shopping Center) It’s time again for the giant thrift sale!

Preview night on Friday, Mar. 25.

Sale presented by the Junior League of Athens. 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. $3 www.juniorleagueofathens.org EVENTS: Big Gay Cookout (Memorial Park) Meet at shelter #3 for free hot dogs, hamburgers and soft drinks. Bring a dish to share.

Friends and kids welcome. 3–6 p.m.

FREE! sapph.fire@yahoo.com, facebook.com/sapphfire.athens EVENTS: BreastFest 2011 (Terrapin Beer Co.) Fundraiser for breast cancer research and breast health that benefits St. Mary’s Women’s Diagnostic Center. Main event features live music, food, wine and beer, silent auction, raffle and kids

activities. See Calendar Pick on p.

26. 12-7:30 p.m. $30 (adv.), $35.

FREE! (kids). www.breastfest.org EVENTS: Friends of Walton Benefit for Childers Park (Wayfarer Music Hall) Benefit and auction with proceeds benefiting 17acre Childers Park. Food and cash bar provided by Amici’s Italian Cafe.

6:30–11 p.m. $10. chipmorris66@ yahoo.com EVENTS: Heels for Meals 50-Yard Dash (Council on Aging) Join in on a 50-yard dash in high heels to help end senior hunger and raise money for the Meals on Wheels Association. 12:30 a.m. $12. heelsformeals@gmail.com, accaging.org/ m4m5k.php EVENTS: March for Meals 5K (Council on Aging) Join the ACCA to help end senior hunger in Northeast Georgia and to support Meals on Wheels. 1 p.m. $25. www. accaging.org/m4m5k.php EVENTS: Scholarship Benefit (Complex Carbohydrate Research Center) Join the University Women’s Club for a silent auction, gourmet appetizers and wine. 6:30–9:30 p.m. $15. 706-310-0444 EVENTS: Screening: Trouble the Water (Ciné BarCafé) Part of the Amnesty International State Conference. See Movie Dope. 7 p.m. www.athenscine.com EVENTS: Screening: Afghan Star (Ciné BarCafé) Part of the Amnesty Int’l State Conference. See Movie Dope. 9 p.m. www.athenscine.com ART: Reception and Awards Presentation (Hampton Fine Art Gallery) For “The Grandeur Juried Artist Int’l Exhibition.” 6–8 p.m. www.artistcameronhampton.com PERFORMANCE: The Athens Flute Choir (Lyndon House) A concert of music from cultures around the globe including Celtic, African, Korean, Japanese and American. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athensflutechoir.org THEATRE: The Lesson (UGA Arena Theatre) A production by the UGA Graduate Acting Ensemble. Mar. 25, 8 p.m., Mar. 26, 8 a.m. $5. www. drama.uga.edu OUTDOORS: Athens Family Nature Club (Dudley Park) Enjoy stories, games earthskills and nature play at this monthly event. Meet at the parking lot behind Mama’s Boy. 3–5 p.m. FREE! 706-224-2490, tommy@wildintelligence.org OUTDOORS: Native Medicinal Plant Walk and Talk (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Instructional walk through the trails and gardens with clinical herbalist and plant enthusiast Holli Richey.

Pre-registration required. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. $18. 706-542-6156, www.uga.edu/botgarden OUTDOORS: River Rendezvous (Sandy Creek Nature Center) An annual community education and water quality monitoring event sponsored by the Upper Oconee Watershed Network. You never know who you’ll meet. 9 a.m. www.uown.org KIDSTUFF: Storytime & Craft (Treehouse Kid and Craft) Make a craft inspired by the book. 10 a.m. $10. 706-850-8226 www.treehousekidandcraft.com LECTURES & LIT.: Meet the Author (Bogart Library) UGA alum William J. Barry will give a reading of his new young adult dark fantasy, Sebastian and the Afterlife. 2–4 p.m.

FREE! www.sebastianandtheafterlife. com MEETINGS: Athens Tracking Club (Peppino’s) Learn to identify and interpret animal tracks and signs.

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Registration/Entry Fees: $25 day of race Course: 5k - All paved roads in Historic Cobbham District Tike Hike: A FREE very short walk/crawl/run/stroll warm-up and kids fun “race”. Everyone gets a medal!

Awards: T-shirt for all race participants. Awards will be presented to Overall Male/Female and Top Three Finishers in each age group.

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Sunday 27 EVENTS: 3rd Annual Cottage 5K Run/Walk (Sandy Creek Park) Raise your voice and your heart rate for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Proceeds benefit The Cottage, a sexual assault and children’s advocacy center. 3:30 p.m. $20. www.northgeorgiacottage.com EVENTS: BikeAthens Spring Bike Sale (Chase Street Warehouses) Check out commuters, classics, racers and mountain bikes. 12–4 p.m.

FREE! www.bikeathens.com EVENTS: Trot for Tots (Athens Regional Medical Center) 5K to help low-income families obtain childcare services. Trike Hike at 2 p.m. followed by the 5K at 2:30 p.m. 2 p.m. $20 (adv.), $25. info@nancytravis. org, www.nancytravis.org PERFORMANCE: Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (UGA Hodgson Hall) Music Director Robert Spano leads the ASO with Metropolitan Opera soprano Dawn Upshaw. 3 p.m. $20–52. 706-5424400, www.uga.edu/pac PERFORMANCE: Beards of Comedy (The Rialto Room) Tour featuring Dave Stone, Andy Sandford, TJ Young and Joe Zimmerman, four of the freshest bearded faces in comedy, tonight with guest Cooper Bucha. $8 (adv.), $10 (door). www.athensdowntownhotel.com GAMES: Team Trivia (Beef ‘O’ Brady’s) Every Monday night. Win house cash and prizes! 8:30 p.m.

FREE! 706-850-1916 GAMES: Trivia (Buffalo’s Southwest Café) Weekly Trivia! 7 p.m. FREE! 706-354-6655

Monday 28 EVENTS: The Screening: Children’s Hour (UGA Miller Learning Center, Room 214) A student at an all-girls’ school attempts to make trouble by accusing two teachers of being lesbians in this film from 1961 starring Audrey Hepburn and Shirley MacLaine. 7 p.m. FREE! 706-542-0066, tlhat@ uga.edu PERFORMANCE: Comedy Night (UGA Grand Hall at Tate) Comedian John Caparulo has appeared on “The Tonight Show,” Blue Collar Comedy Tour and Wild West Comedy Tour.

8 p.m. FREE! (students), $15. 706542-6396, www.uga.edu/union PERFORMANCE: Recital (UGA Ramsey Concert Hall) UGA Steel Pan Ensemble. 6 p.m. 706-5423737, www.music.uga.edu PERFORMANCE: Recitals (Edge Recital Hall) Joya Clayton and Daniele Meuse on clarinet and Blake Rideseal on guitar at 3:35 p.m., Leah Craft on oboe and Sean Kiernan on trumpet at 5 p.m. and Cayla Bellamy on bassoon at 6:30 p.m. 3:35 p.m.

706-542-3737, www.music.uga.edu KIDSTUFF: Bedtime Stories (ACC Library) Snuggle in your jammies and listen to bedtime stories. Every Monday. 7 p.m. FREE! 706-6133650 KIDSTUFF: Spanish for Kids (Treehouse Kid and Craft) Vocabulary mixed with dance, song, theater, games and other activities.

10 a.m. $10. 706-850-8226 LECTURES & LIT.: Goodbye Blue Monday Poetry Open Mic (Dog Ear Books) Every 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month. For musicians’ open mic, drop by on the 1st or 3rd Mondays. 8 p.m. FREE! 706818-0976

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LECTURES & LIT.: Healthy Habits (UGA Tate Center, Room 142) Mark Evans of “Heavy” on A&E shares his experiences. WoW Bootcamp will lecture on how healthy habits can make a difference. 3–5 p.m. $5 (suggested donation). it.coe.uga. edu/itsa LECTURES & LIT.: Last Monday Book Group (ACC Library, Small Conference Room) For national Poetry Month, the group will discuss poetry brought by members. Bring your favorites with copies to share.

Newcomers welcome. 7 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650 LECTURES & LIT.: Sibley Lecture (UGA School of Law) “Death, Taxes and Systematic Risk: Dealing with the Inevitable,” presented by John C. Coffee Jr. of Columbia University.

3:30 p.m. FREE! pmkurtz@uga.edu LECTURES & LIT.: U.S. Financial Reform Bill Lecture (UGA School of Law) The UGA School of Law will explore the aftermath of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010 and the current vulnerability of the U.S. financial system. 3:30 p.m.

FREE! www.law.uga.edu MEETINGS: Classic City Woodturners Meeting (Clarke Central High School) A presentation of wood lathe turning techniques. 6 p.m. classiccitywoodturners.com GAMES: Team Trivia (Beef ‘O’ Brady’s) 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-8501916 GAMES: Trivia (Blind Pig Tavern) Think you know it all? 8 p.m. 706548-3442 GAMES: Trivia (Highwire) Compete with friends for a $100 bar tab at Highwire Lounge. Come early to register your team. Every Monday.

8 p.m. FREE! hirewirelounge@ gmail.com

Tuesday 29 EVENTS: Italian Film Screening (UGA Miller Learning Center, Room 148) Playing the final installment of Marco Tullio Giordana’s La Meglio Gioventu. 7 p.m. FREE! www.rom. uga.edu ART: Artist’s Talk (Georgia Museum of Art) Icelandic sculptor Steinunn Dorarinsdottir will discuss her installation, “Horizons,” on view in the Jane and Harry Willson Sculpture Garden. 5:30 p.m. FREE! 706-5424662 ART: Visiting Artist and Scholar Series Lecture (Lamar Dodd School of Art, Room 151) Janet Koplos, contributiong editor of Art in America magazine, has been writing about art since 1976. 5:30 p.m.

FREE! 706-542-0116 PERFORMANCE: Concert (UGA Hodgson Hall) A performance by Glee Clubs. 8 p.m. 706-542-3737, www.music.uga.edu PERFORMANCE: Patton Oswalt (40 Watt Club) A vulgar, loathsome, aggravated little man whose foul, bleak musings on his miserable world are painfully, tearfully, unforgettably hilarious. A two-night spectacle not to be missed. 8 p.m. $21 (adv.) www.40watt.com PERFORMANCE: Recital (UGA Ramsey Concert Hall) Hodgson Graduate String Quartet. 6 p.m. 706542-3737, www.music.uga.edu PERFORMANCE: Recitals (Edge Recital Hall) Allison Carroll, Lindsay Welch and Melinda Wenske on flute at 3:30 p.m., Hannah Rudy on flute and Megan Gillis, voice, at 5 p.m. and Rachel Dairymple on violin at 6:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. FREE! 706-5423737, www.music.uga.edu

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THEATRE: Aunt Dan and Lemon (Cellar Theatre) Lemon, a reclusive young woman with an unspecified chronic illness, relives her life story consisting of stories she was told by family friend “Aunt Dan.” Mar. 29–31, 8 p.m. & Apr. 3, 2:30 p.m. $7 (students), $10. 706-542-4400 OUTDOORS: Spring Wildflowers of the Upland Deciduous Forests of Georgia (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Visit the Dunson Native Flora Garden and learn to identify a number of spring ephermals and other early blooming plants. Call to register. 8:30 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. $45. 706-542-6156, www.uga.edu/botgarden KIDSTUFF: Children’s Storytime (ACC Library) For children ages 18 months to 5 years. Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

FREE! 706-613-3650 KIDSTUFF: Exploring Craft (Treehouse Kid and Craft) For children 6 & under. Accompanied by a story or puppet show. 10 a.m. $10 706-850-8226, www.treehousekidandcraft.com KIDSTUFF: Kids’ Beginning Art (Whole: Mind. Body. Art.) Children are exposed to basic techiniques and encouraged to explore their own creative ideas. Materials provided.

Tuesdays, 5–6 p.m. $10 (adv.) $12 (drop-in). 706-410-0283 KIDSTUFF: Open Craft Hour (Treehouse Kid and Craft) For ages 2–8. Past projects have included puppets, wreaths, mittens and snowflakes. 4 p.m. $10. 706-850-8226 KIDSTUFF: Recycled Arts (Whole: Mind. Body. Art.) Kids are invited to explore thier creativity through art projects where found objects are transformed into art pieces.

Tuesdays, 3:45–4:45 p.m. $10 (adv.) $12 (drop-in).

LECTURES & LIT.: Brown Bag Lunch (ACC Library) The Jeannette Rankin Foundation Executive Director, Sue Lawrence, will present “The Phonebooth Refugee: Jeannette Rankin Incites a Mob.” Feel free to bring a lunch to this 45-minute program. 12:15 p.m. FREE! 706613-3650 LECTURES & LIT.: Ecology Seminar (UGA Ecology Building) Katia Koelle of Duke University presents “Rooting Disease Ecology in Genetic Data Using Viral Phylogenies.” 4 p.m. FREE! www. ecology.uga.edu LECTURES & LIT.: Fiction Book Club (Dog Ear Books) A discussion about The Gospel of Anarchy by Justin Taylor. 7 p.m. FREE! 706818-0976 MEETINGS: Business Networking (Foundry Park Inn & Spa) Athens Referral Bulldawgs, an Athens chapter of BNI, meets every Tuesday.

Lunch is provided. 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. 770-713-4278 GAMES: Locos Trivia (Locos Grill & Pub) All three Athens locations of Locos Grill and Pub (Westside, Eastside and Harris St.) feature trivia night every Tuesday. 8:30 p.m.

FREE! www.locosgrill.com GAMES: Poker Night (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Last Tuesday of every month. 8:30 p.m. www.flickertheatreandbar.com * Advance Tickets Available

Live Music Tuesday 22 Farm 255 11 p.m. FREE! www.farm255.com AVA LUNA Featuring three backup singers, this Brooklyn band can

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Timmy Tumble and the Tumblers, Nude Sunrise, Mouser, The Great Valley Farm 255 For the past couple of years, Timmy Tumble has featured the songs of Timothy Schreiber, who has appeared alone onstage, singing along Timmy Tumble to pre-recorded backing tracks and performing acrobatic feats with a guitar solo every now and then for added flourish. The project arose out of expediency. “I had never really wanted to play by myself, but I like recording by myself all the time… a band wears on you and you wear on the band, and I didn’t want to have myself wearing on someone or vice versa,” says Schreiber.

Still, sometimes a band is necessary. “People go to a show to see live music; they don’t wanna hear someone’s pre-recorded thing.” Plus, bands command attention. “It seemed like [audiences] took the music more seriously when I had The Lickety Splits,” Schreiber says, referring to his last band, whose reunion show at last October’s Next to Last Fest was a reminder of just how forceful Schreiber’s songs are when given the full band treatment.

Along with an expanded lineup, featuring Colby Carter (Mouser), JS Dillard (All City Cannonballers), Joe Kubler (Bubbly Mommy Gun, Sleeping Friends) and Jacky Flash (The Humms), The Tumblers are working with a broader repertoire. Schreiber is happy to branch out from the ‘50s- and ‘60s-inspired material that was the focus of The Lickety Splits. “Now, I just want to play whatever comes out. Some [songs] are heavy guitar anthems; some of them are lightweight, Elephant 6 kind of pop—some of them are just love songs.”

This Wednesday will see the release of Timmy Tumble’s sophomore album, Oh, Those Wild, Wild Wednesdays. The title seems appropriate, given Schreiber’s proclivity for working with humbler means. It’s a record about “making sure you have a good Wednesday night on a Wednesday night—’cause the weekends are too crazy; there’s too much going on.” Tonight’s show is actually part of Farm’s new “Wild Wild Wednesdays” series featuring two stages and rapid-fire sets. [Marshall Yarbrough]

claim its fair share of soulful funkiness, rightly referencing Stax as an influence. Expect vocal acrobatics a la Dirty Projectors. See Calendar Pick on p. 23.

DJ DOG DICK Baltimore DJ whose mixes are minimalistic but danceable. Playing tonight with Sewn Leather under the name DJ Dog Leather.

DOLDRUMS Spliced synth-pop with textured samples and vocals and hazy instrumental glue.

GRIMES This songstress and onewoman band from Montreal has a sweet, soaring voice that is equal parts Bjork quirk and Kate Bush power. She creates lush, atmospheric layers using samples, keyboards and looping.

SEWN LEATHER Grungy, gothic swells of feedback and faraway chanting. Playing tonight with DJ Dog Dick under the name DJ Dog Leather.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8:30 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com TOM EISENBRAUN From-the-heart acoustic ballads from this local artist call to mind the works of Nick Drake, M. Ward or Andrew Bird.

EW HARRIS Formerly in local band Resident Patient, but has since moved to Brooklyn. Playing warm, smart indie folk with occasional samples and other surprises thrown in.

40 Watt Club 8 p.m. SOLD OUT! www.40watt.com ERIC CHENAUX Classically inspired guitar with an improvisational feel led by Chenaux’s achingly beautiful vocals. See last week’s story online for more info.

GODSPEED YOU! BLACK EMPEROR Beloved post-rock band from Montreal. This show sold out quickly months ago.

Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. $3. 706-353-3050 NO SHAME! Open mic hosted by Rose of Athens Theatre. Every Tuesday!

Highwire 8–11 p.m. FREE! 706-543-8997 KENOSHA KID Centered around the instru-improv jazz compositions of guitarist Dan Nettles, Kenosha Kid’s music borrows freely from multiple sources and hammers it all into a seamless product. Every Tuesday!

The Melting Point “Terrapin Bluegrass Series.” 7 p.m. $4. www.meltingpointathens.com STRING THEORY Traditional, oldtime Appalachian music.

No Where Bar 10 p.m. $2. 706-546-4742 DIRK QUINN BAND Philadelphia jazz-funk sextet.

Rye Bar 10 p.m. www.myspace.com/ryebarathens JUNE STAR Heavy Americana that lives in the moment.

THE NATIONAL RESERVE Lighthearted rock with a dash of barroom blues.

WUOG 90.5FM “Live in the Lobby.” FREE! 8 p.m. www. wuog.org LIVE IN THE LOBBY Blair Crimmins and the Hookers will perform on the college radio sta-

tion’s twice weekly program. Listen over the air or drop by the station to watch!

Wednesday 23 Boar’s Head Lounge 9 p.m. 706-369-3040 BOAR’S HEAD OPEN MIC Welcoming sing-songwriters every Wednesday in March!

Caledonia Lounge 9:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18+). www. caledonialounge.com HERRA TERRA An ‘80s-referencing mix of electronica and dark powerrock, similar in feel to The Killers.

SPACE GHOST Synthesized, nostalgic and slightly industrial keyboard pop from local four-piece.

SUNLIGHT ALCHEMISTS New local rock band featuring members of Revo. The alternative-leaning group names Switchfoot and Alanis Morissette among its influences.

Farm 255 9 p.m. FREE! www.farm255.com THE GREAT VALLEY Spooky, densely layered and twisted pop that sounds like a haunted carnival ride.

MOUSER Exuberant garage-pop that experiments with noise jams.

NUDE SUNRISE Psychedelic folk and rock that inhabits an exploratative state of sleepiness and contentment.

TIMMY TUMBLE AND THE TUMBLERS Tim Schreiber (Dark Meat, The Lickity-Splits) howls and spasms over rock-anthems and pop songs. The Tumblers consist of members of Mouser, Bubbly Mommy Gun, All City Cannonballers and The Humms. See Calendar Pick on this page.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8:30 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com FOREST CITY LOVERS Playing layered and adorable folk, this Canadian artist recalls the lovely bygone vocals of Telenovela.

RUBY KENDRICK Local singersongwriter with a sweet voice and piercing lyrics.

STEVEN TRIMMER Acoustic psychfolk that’s technically proficient and melodically spontaneous.

Flight Tapas and Bar 8 p.m. 706-549-0200 LATE AS ALWAYS Live jazz music.

40 Watt Club 8 p.m. $11. www.40watt.com DREW HOLCOMB & THE NEIGHBORS Big, glossy American rock with hooky sing-along choruses and a soulful, rootsy feel that takes cues from Springsteen.

You may have heard these guys on shows like “Parenthood.”

EMILY HEARN Young singersongwriter performs sweet, innocent, melodic acoustic ballads.

MOCKINGBIRD SUN High-energy country with a modern pop sheen.

Go Bar 10 p.m. www.myspace.com/gobar CRUNK WITCH Electronic posthardcore duo.

REEKS OF FAILURE This three-piece punk band takes its cues from bands like Bad Religion, Jawbreaker, Minor Threat and Face to Face.

TEALVOX Alternative rock band with a hint of classic British rock.

Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. $3. 706-353-3050 ADRIAN HARDKOR & THE BAD DECISIONS Soulful, urgent and literate Americana similar to The Mountain Goats.

Little Kings Shuffle Club 10 p.m. FREE! www.myspace.com/ littlekingsshuffleclub GNARX The latest project from Christopher Ingham (Christopher’s Liver, Liverty) plays bluesy bar punk.

GRIPE Local grindcore/powerviolence.

MANGER Punk rock four-piece with screaming guitars and vocals.

NEON HOLE Grindcore and metal from Wisconsin.

The Melting Point 8:30 p.m. $5 (adv.), $8 (door). www. meltingpointathens.com NATE CURRIN This singer-songwriter adds a touch of electronic ambience and synth to his folky pop songs.

The Office Lounge 9:30 p.m. FREE! 706-549-0840 KARAOKE With your host Lynn, the Queen of Karaoke!

Rye Bar 10 p.m. www.myspace.com/ryebarathens HALEY BOWERY Pop-rock solo singer from Brooklyn.

MATTHEW POP Melodic rocker who names The Beatles, Cheap Trick and Weezer as key influences.

Terrapin Beer Co. 5-7 p.m. $10 Glass. www.terrapinbeer. com BEN GRANT Acoustic ballads with pop-rock sensibilities.

Thursday 24 The Bad Manor 9 p.m. FREE! (21+ only admitted). www.thebadmanor.com DJ THIAGO Spinning techno, rap and top-40 hits.

Caledonia Lounge 10 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18+). www.caledonialounge.com THE BRONZED CHORUS Hello Sir Records’ instrumental guitar-anddrum duo plays trotting, acrobatic indie post-rock.

KENOSHA KID Centered around the instru-improv jazz compositions of guitarist Dan Nettles, Kenosha Kid’s music borrows freely from multiple sources and hammers it all into a seamless product glistening with inspiration.

MANRAY Local foursome that plays high-energy, off-timed rock and roll with threads of improvisation.

Touchstones include Pixies and Fugazi.

Farm 255 11 p.m. FREE! www.farm255.com BLAIR CRIMMINS Ringleader of jangly, jazzy local band Blair Crimmins & The Hookers.

BETSY FRANCK This local songwriter offers soulful, brassy Southern rock and country songs rooted in tradition, but with a modern sensibility.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8:30 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com PATRICK MORALES Local singersongwriter who recently launched a project called The Viking Progress featuring moody folk songs inspired by his time on the Bering Sea. PEARL AND THE BEARD Highly melodic modern folk trio with three distinct voices, cello, guitar, glockenspiel, melodica, accordion and more.

JEREMY WHEATLEY You may have seen Wheatley perform as a member of Tin Cup Prophette, The Low Lows and Je Suis France. His solo shows feature warm, endearing ballads accompanied by guitar.

40 Watt Club 8 p.m. SOLD OUT! www.40watt.com SNOOP DOGG The hip-hop icon is gearing up for the release of Doggumentary, a new album produced by Scott Storch and featuring guest appearances by T-Pain, Willie Nelson, R. Kelly and more surprises.

Go Bar 9 p.m. $5. www.myspace.com/gobar THE ARMCHAIRS Zombies-esque harmonies over dreamy guitar and varying tempos.

ARRAH AND THE FERNS Endearing indie folk from Philly with lots of warm Wurlitzer.

BIGFOOT Howling indie classic rock as intriguing as it is difficult to pin down. This Athens group mixes Tom Petty guitar solos with Captain Beefheart strangeness.

BIRD NAMES A somewhat maniacally twisted menagerie of psychedelic sounds and childlike melodies.

BUBBLY MOMMY GUN Local experimental pop band that plays idiosyncratic, psychedelic tunes.

THE DECORATIONS Synth-infused, marching band dance music with extra drums and featuring members of The Awesomelies plus newest member Lauren Gregg.

TUESDAY, MARCH 29 & WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30

2 NIGHTS WITh comedian

PATTON OSWALT doors open at 8pm*

THURSDAY, MARCH 31

285 W. Washington St. Athens, GA • Call 706-549-7871 for Show Updates

CHEAP DRINK SPECIALS EVERY NIGHT BEFORE 11PM • 18 + UP

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23

Madeline 10th ANNIVERSARY SHOW NANA GRIZOL doors open at 9pm

Drew Holcomb And The Neighbors MOCKINGBIRD SUN EMILY HEARN

FRIDAY, APRIL 1

FUTUREBIRDS

doors open at 8pm*

FRIDAY, MARCH 25

SURFER BLOOD

HOLIDAY SHORES THE DEWERS (QUIET HOOVES will do a late nite set) doors open at 9pm**

SATURDAY, MARCH 26

MIKE WATT

DEXTER ROMWEBER DUO WOODFANGS doors open at 9pm**

SATURDAY, APRIL 2

Elephant 6 Holiday Surprise Tour

Original members playing the music of: The Olivia Tremor Control, Elf Power, Circulatory System, The Gerbils, Nana Grizol, Major Organ and The Adding Machine, Pipes You See, Pipes You Don’t, The Instruments and The Late B.P. Helium.

Plus games, films and other surprises!!!

doors open at 8pm**

+ THE

MONDAY, APRIL 4

MIS SING MEN WITH

J RODDY WALSTON & THE BUSINESS doors open at 9pm**

MONDAY, MARCH 28

AVETT BROTHERS PRE-SHOW

PACKWAY HANDLE BAND LERA LYNN CD RELEASE PARTY THE WHISKEY GENTRY YO SOYBEAN

doors open at 8:30pm**

the pains of being pure at heart TWIN SHADOW GOLD BEARS

doors open at 9pm*

*APRIL 11 Dr. Dog *May 18 Neko Case *May 27 Ryan Bingham & the dark horses All Shows 18 and up • + $2 for Under 21 * Advance Tix Available at Schoolkids Records ** Advance Tix Sold at http://www.40watt.com

Introducing the

new MacBook Pro Test drive one now at PeachMac.

Hilltop Grille 7 p.m. FREE! 706-353-7667 MILLIGAN Acoustic duo reworks both classic rock and more recent hits from CSNY to Johnny Cash to Jack Johnson to Maroon 5.

Hotel Indigo “Live After 5 on the Madison Patio.”

6–8 p.m. FREE! www.indigoathens. com CARL LINDBERG Jazz bassist Carl Lindberg (Grogus, Squat, Kenosha

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Kid, etc.) performs standards, originals and some surprising tunes from divergent styles. Playing every Thursday. Tonight with special guest Dub Hudson.

Little Kings Shuffle Club “Pre-BreastFest Ladies Night.” 10 p.m. $3. www.myspace.com/littlekingsshuffleclub BETSY FRANCK This local songwriter offers soulful, brassy Southern rock and country songs rooted in tradition, but with a modern sensibility.

KAITLIN JONES Local folk guitarist/ vocalist Kaitlin Jones performs a solo set of Americana-tinged country originals.

KIMBERLY MORGAN Expect sunnyday-tinged country music from Athens featuring a clear and sassy voice.

SARA O’BRIEN Country artist whose alter-ego “LuLoo the Entertainer” originated at BreastFest in Athens a few yeras back.

The Melting Point 9 p.m. $10 (adv.), $12 (door). www. meltingpointathens.com KEVIN DEVINE Brooklyn singer/ songwriter with a clear voice singing calm and assuring lyrics over expansive guitar and big drums.

HARDY MORRIS Lead singer of local alternative rock band Dead Confederate plays a solo set or melodic originals and maybe a special cover or two.

RIVER CITY EXTENSION Upbeat, ensemble country music with pop accents and a lively show. For more information, see feature story on p. 19.

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New Earth Music Hall 9 p.m. $15. www.newearthmusichall. com MIMOSA This 23-year-old producer makes crunk-step dub-hop.

MINDELIXIR Electronica that dabbles in club, dub and grime.

SLEEPYHEAD Airy, electronic club beats.

SUB SHANTI Melodies of traditional Indian music set to electronic beats and chimes.

No Where Bar 10 p.m. $3. 706-546-4742 EFREN Local indie-folksters along the lines of Iron and Wine and Bonnie “Prince” Billy. Debuting a lot of new songs tonight that are plugged in, loud and electric!

The Office Lounge 8 p.m. FREE! 706-546-0840 THE SHADOW EXECUTIVES Blues night hosted by The Shadow Executives. Come join the jam!

Rye Bar 10 p.m. www.myspace.com/ryebarathens TENT CITY This Athens-based fourpiece blends new-age funk with soulful blues.

Terrapin Beer Co. 5-7 p.m. $10 Glass. www.terrapinbeer. com FIFTH NATION Jazzy, mellow hip-hop duo with a TLC vibe.

WUOG 90.5FM “Live in the Lobby.” 8 p.m. FREE! www. wuog.org LIVE IN THE LOBBY Space Ghost will perform on the college radio sta-

Saturday, March 26

BreastFest 2011 Terrapin Beer Co.

tion’s twice weekly program. Listen over the air or drop by to watch!

Friday 25 Alibi 9 p.m. FREE! Facebook.com/AlibiBar THE BIG DON BAND Don Spurlin’s band delivers “workingman’s blues from a country perspective” with a catalog of Southern blues covers and originals.

The Bad Manor 9 p.m. FREE! www.thebadmanor.com DJ DECEPTICRON Mixing today’s hottest house, electro and club hits.

40 Watt Club 9 p.m. $10. www.40watt.com THE DEWARS Indie folk pop from West Palm Beach.

HOLIDAY SHORES Reverby, melodic and sometimes haunting pop that makes a nice soundtrack for summer.

QUIET HOOVES High-energy, idiosyncratic pop that’s loose and full of fun. Expect some fun covers thrown into the mix.

SURFER BLOOD This Florida buzz band plays trippy surf rock with a psychedelic edge to their strange lyrics, distant guitar and poppy, reverbed vocals.

Farm 255 11 p.m. FREE! www.farm255.com THE EXTRAORDINAIRES Kooky, spirited pop that rightly cites “The Muppet Show” as a key influence.

TUMBLEWEED STAMPEDE Adventurous and energetic dancejam-folk sextet plays party music with folksy and surf touches.

Go Bar 10 p.m. www.myspace.com/gobar IMMUZIKATION Celebrated local DJ Alfredo Lapuz, Jr. hosts a dance party featuring high-energy electro and rock.

KUROMA Shimmering psychedelic pop with big guitar hooks and anthemic moments.

Lightheartedly promoted as a day full of “boobs, bands and beer,” BreastFest honors the courage of breast cancer victims and celebrates the lives of survivors.

Created as a tribute to Tyanna O’Brien, a mother who died of breast cancer in 1990, the Tyanna Foundation has worked tirelessly to increase awareness and generate money for breast cancer research and treatment. Since its inception in 1998, the foundation has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars through fundraising efforts such as BreastFest, which is organized by Tyanna’s five daughters in multiple cities along the East Coast.

The Athens event features live music from noon until 7:30 p.m., with acoustic acts nestled indoors and full bands simultaneously set up on the outdoor stage.

Predominantly of the country, bluegrass and folk persuasions, the lineup includes Betsy Franck, The Borderhop Trio, Clay Leverett and Friends, The HEAP, Lefty Hathaway Band and The Welfare Liners, among several others. Vertical pole dances by Canopy Studios along with performances by the Clarke Central High Step Team and Ms. Kelly’s Drag Show ensure a variety of entertainment throughout the day.

Providing fun for the entire family, festivities also include a silent auction, raffle, food from Outback Steakhouse and kids’ activities. City Salon and Spa will be on-site for haircuts and pink hair extensions, as well as collecting hair donations for Locks of Love, an organization that creates hair prosthetics for children suffering from long-term medical hair loss. Naturally, with BreastFest being held at Terrapin, beer tastings and brewery tours will be available to perk up adults.

Tickets can be purchased for $30 in advance from City Salon, Helix and the St. Mary’s Hospital Gift Shop, or at the door for $35. Children under 18 are free. All proceeds will be donated to the St. Mary’s Women’s Diagnostic Center to assist in the early detection and prevention of breast cancer as well as the promotion of women’s health. For more information and a full schedule, visit www.breastfest.org. [Jessica Smith]

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Flicker Theatre & Bar 9 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com THE HORNS OF HAPPINESS Synthesized psychedelic rock band from Oakland, CA that emits otherworldy computerized transmissions that may mean something we Earthlings aren’t advanced enough to understand.

KARA KILDARE Local ethereal piano folk.

LADY LAZARUS This Savannah artist offers minimalist piano and synth set off by smoky vocals.

TITANS OF FILTH This local band combines droll Southern voices with easy-rolling, efficient and uncomplicated indie-pop rock about the ups and downs of young love.

Caledonia Lounge 9:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18+). www. caledonialounge.com CONSIDER THE SOURCE Brooklyn trio influenced by their travels to India and the Middle East and the fundamental styles of traditional Eastern music.

EATLIZ Six-piece all-woman atmospheric art rock group from Tel Aviv, in the U.S. for the first time.

LAZER/WULF This avant-metal instrumental trio mixes in prog, thrash as well as more eclectic influences for a high-energy and highly entertaining live show.

SORRY NO FERRARI Instrumental math rock from Atlanta. For fans of Cinemechanica, Manray, etc.

Jennifer Bray

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Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. $5. 706-353-3050 JUSTIN EVANS Local musician with a rich, deep voice who sings about hard drinkin’, fast women and country roads. Evans incorporates elements of old-time fiddle, New Orleans jazz, blues and some Americana.

JOEL HAMILTON Minimalist robot chirps and echoes that swirl into nothingness. Influences include the “end of days” and “entropy.”

SHOVELS AND ROPE Cary Ann Hearst and Michael Trent playing “sloppy tonk” music.

Highwire 8–11 p.m. FREE! 706-583-8510 RAND LINES TRIO Pianist Rand Lines performs original compositions with the help of drummer Ben Williams and bassist Mike Beshara.

Every Friday!

Hilltop Grille 7 p.m. FREE! www.hilltopgrille.com NAPOLEON SOLO The multitasking one-man rock band handles it all.

Johnny’s New York Style Pizza 8 p.m. FREE! 706-354-1515 LEAVING COUNTRIES Warm, inviting folk rock from here in Athens, featuring tender violin, aching harmonica and melodic acoustic guitars.

Little Kings Shuffle Club “Athens Area Council of the Blind Festival,” 6–9 p.m. Donations suggested. www.myspace.com/littlekingsshuffleclub MIKE BLAKE On acoustic guitar and vocals, Blake offers originals with a twist.

JAMAICA MILLER & MARAIYA LATULIPPE Maraiya returns to the

stage for this special duo performance of “feel good music.”

MARAIYA LATULIPPE Originals and covers with international flair. On acoustic guitar, keys and vocals.

THE VINYL STRANGERS The Everly Brothers meet The Byrds through mutual friends, The Beatles.

THE WOMEN’S SINGING CIRCLE Folk and traditional tunes featuring Joy Nellans Redmond, Judi Spears, Jamaica Miller, Winston Stephens, Liz Weaver, Diane Miller, Pindi Arora, Katy Miller, Gabrielle Mason and Cassie Kascak.

10 p.m. $5. www.myspace.com/littlekingsshuffleclub HIGH VOLTAGE DJ duo of Dusty Sellers and Amanda Jane spin “primitive rock, underground disco, funk, soul, early new wave, no wave and campy pop trash.”

The Melting Point 8:30 p.m. $10 (adv.), $14 (door). www. meltingpointathens.com SONS OF SAILORS Jimmy Buffett tribute act.

New Earth Music Hall “Positive Vibration Party.” 9 p.m. FREE! (21+), $2 (18+). www.newearthmusichall.com AZ-IZ Adrian Zelski of DubConscious spins roots/dub reggae. Kicking off the spring reggae series at New Earth with ticket giveaways to The Wailers, Easy Star All-Stars and more.

ECLECTIC ROOTS ENSEMBLE ERE has made it a point to play only positive roots rock music—featuring solid riddims for dancing feet, melodies and lyrics orchestrated to reach out and teach. It’s reggae music for the 21st century and beyond.

No Where Bar 10 p.m. $4. 706-546-4742 ECOMPANY Spacey jazz with horns and a cool organ sound.

FATTY LUMPKIN Instrumental dirty jam mixed with pumping electronica.

The Office Lounge 9:30 p.m. FREE! 706-546-0840 JOHN SOSEBEE Eclectic mix of traditional blues and pop.

Rye Bar 9 p.m. $3. www.myspace.com/ryebarathens EDDIE & THE PUBLIC SPEAKERS Local blues-funk trio.

THE ON FIRES “Party punk ‘n’ roll” from Victoria, Australia.

Terrapin Beer Co. 5-7 p.m. $10 Glass. www.terrapinbeer. com YADDATU Progressive jam rock from North Carolina.

Saturday 26 Alibi 9 p.m. FREE! 706-549-1010 KARAOKE Hosted by the Singing Cowboy! Come help him celebrate his birthday!

Allen’s Bar & Grill 8:30 p.m. www.allensbarandgrill.com LEAVING COUNTRIES Warm, inviting folk rock from here in Athens, featuring tender violin, aching harmonica and melodic acoustic guitars.

Amici Italian Café 11 p.m. FREE! 706-353-0000 BORDERHOP TRIO This bluegrass trio sums up its sound in two words: “high” and “lonesome.”

The Bad Manor 9 p.m. FREE! www.thebadmanor.com DJ ESKO Spinning a mix of rock, rap and electronic.

Caledonia Lounge 10 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18+). www.caledonialounge.com EASTER ISLAND Pop shoegaze meets yuppie angst. CD release party tonight!

FIVE EIGHT This totally wired, nearlegendary Athens rock trio has consistently pumped out boisterous rock and roll that’s not too complicated but overwhelmingly satisfying.

CD release party tonight! See story on p. 17.

LITTLE HORN Atlanta-based indie folk quartet that makes acoustic guitar sound like a harp with atmospheric swells.

Ciné BarCafé “WUOG’s ROBOPROM 3000.” 9 p.m $1 (donation for American Cancer Society). www.wuog.org THE GOLD PARTY This local band plays danceable new wave and synth-driven glam.

DR. SQUID Jangly, frenetic rock and roll at its best when emphasizing its British Invasion sounds.

PROPHETS & KINGS Electronicheavy, synth driven rock from Chattanooga that at times draws on acts like Depeche Mode and Animal Collective.

IMMUZIKATION Celebrated local DJ Alfredo Lapuz, Jr. hosts a dance party featuring high-energy electro and rock.

Farm 255 11 p.m. FREE! www.farm255.com SUMILAN Technically proficient musicians playing progressive jam rock.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8:30 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com THAYER SARRANO Local singersongwriter and multi-instrumentalist with lovely, airy vocals singing dark, gentle melodies over guitar while backed by Zack Hosey and friends.

HANK SULLIVANT Lead singer of theatrical rock band Kuroma plays a solo set.

40 Watt Club 9 p.m. $10. www.40watt.com J RODDY WALSTON AND THE BUSINESS This Baltimore band comes across like an off-kilter version of The Band in the late ‘60s, combining Southern rock, McCartney pop and scruffy piano blues. One of the most energetic live shows you’ll ever see.

MIKE WATT + THE MISSINGMEN The legendary punk rock bassist, known for his work with The Minutemen and more, presents his latest trio performing tunes of his new “opera.” See story on p. 20.

Go Bar 10 p.m. www.myspace.com/gobar DIP Members of Gun Party cracking themselves up with silly, nonsense songs with bad backing tracks that tend to mention the word “dip” a lot.

DJS GRAVEROBBERS & CHRISTOPHER GIMMET Late night dance party!

Hilltop Grille 7 p.m. FREE! 706-353-7667 JAZZ NIGHT Every Saturday!

Featuring The Chris Enghauser Trio and a rotation of top jazz musicians.

Little Kings Shuffle Club 10 p.m. $5. www.myspace.com/littlekingsshuffleclub FABULOUS BIRD Local troubadour Peter Alvanos plays bright, ‘60sinspired pop.

VESPOLINA New local act with members including Kaitlin Jones, Chris Ellenburg (The Starter Kits),

Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. FREE!, $3 to play. 706-3533050.

OPEN MIC Mondays! Hosted by local soulful singer Kyshona Armstrong.

Tuesday, March 29

The Avett Brothers The Classic Center Josh Erwin, of Athens bluegrass favorites Packway Handle Band, joked with me in a recent interview about what his band calls “The Grass Ceiling”—an apt description of the genre’s tendency to house some of the finest musicians on the planet yet produce a relative lack of stars. (OK, so the phenomenon isn’t specific to bluegrass— but come on, that’s a helluva pun.)

Admitting the ceiling’s truth makes it even easier to appreciate the ones who break through—and nary a grass group has done so like The Avett Brothers, making it seem shorter to list what the band hasn’t accomplished since their formation just over a decade ago. They’ve released 14 records, supported and headlined mega tours, gone from self-produced to Rick Rubin-produced, played every festival you’ve ever (and never) heard of, and opened widespread eyes to what once seemed an oddly foreign genre to many (you’re welcome, Mumford and Sons).

It comes as little surprise that the show is a benefit to rebuild Athens’ rock-and-rollsized hole on Lumpkin Street. The beauty of The Avett Brothers’ connection to Athens is also something to cherish, embodying the spirit of this town in their rise through the local clubs—beginning with a modest gig at Tasty World what seems like eons ago to becoming staples at the Georgia Theatre to selling out the biggest room Athens has to offer. From 50 tickets to 2,000 tickets means you must be doing something right.

Maybe it’s because their rise has always been so slow and steady, or perhaps it’s a credit to the low-key, grassroots (pun intended) nature of what they play, but despite such a list of accolades it often seems like the pride of Concord, NC is just getting started. They’ve made it look easy thus far, and all it took was breaking through that pesky ceiling. [Alec Wooden]

Daniel Aaron (Timber) and Richard Worthington.

No Where Bar 10 p.m. $5 (21+). 706-546-4742 DON AUBER Local balladeer whose weary acoustic tales speak of outcasts, drifters and Appalachian lullabies.

GREENSKY BLUEGRASS QUINTET Bluegrass that recalls the hard times and remembers the good feelings.

The Office Lounge 9:30 p.m. FREE! 706-546-0840 SALLY AND THE SIX GRAND Rock and roll covers.

RPM 9 p.m. FREE! 706-543-0428 GIFTS FROM ENOLA Instrumental post-rock with a flair for the epic build.

NIGREDO Ambient instrumental and experimental rock.

THE SLEEPER YEARS Local ambient post-rock band featuring Jake Duvall (bass), Paul Noble (guitar), Matt Riley (drums) and Jeff Glenn (guitar).

Rye Bar 8 p.m. $5. www.myspace.com/ryebarathens JUNK Keys, bass and drums trio with an emphasis on jazz fusion and group improvisation.

JUSTIN KALK ORCHESTRA Bluesy rock with crunchy, wailing riffs thrown in.

Sunday 27 Farm 255 9 p.m. FREE! www.farm255.com GRAPE SODA Local band featuring the brothers Lewis (Mat and Ryan, also of The Agenda), on vocals, organ and drums, playing reverbheavy garage psych-rock.

HOLOPAW Enchanting indie-folk band from Florida with bright, occasionally twangy guitars, pedal steel and tender vocals.

WITCHES Local oufit plays edgy, melodic rock led by the rich vocals of Cara Beth Satalino with touchstones that include The Breeders and Neil Young.

The Globe 8 p.m. $3-$5. www.globeathens.com DARREN HANLON Rootsy singer/ songwriter folk from Australia with a Jack Johnson-like simplicity.

SHELLEY SHORT Inventive, dreamy lullabies delivered through rustic folk.

YE OLDE SUB SHOPPE Big-hearted pop music played on tiny instruments.

Monday 28 Barnette’s 10 p.m. FREE! 706-546-0966.

TRE POWELL Solo blues and R&B guitarist. Every Monday night!

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8:30 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com DAVE MARR The former Star Room Boys singer with a deep and resonant country twang leads an all-star band. Definitely worth mentioning (and seeing live.)

40 Watt Club “Avett Brothers Pre-Show.” 8:30 p.m. $6 (21+), $8 (18+). www.40watt.com LERA LYNN This local songwriter has a haunting, smoky voice that glides over tender, original Americana tunes. Tonight she is backed by Her Lovely Ladies. Celebrating the release of her new album! See story on p. 21.

PACKWAY HANDLE BAND Packway’s “gather around the mic”

approach to bluegrass provides sly, hearty original songs and renditions of classic tunes. The band’s close four-part harmonies are backed with energy, and the contemporary lyrics are delivered with an engaging sense of humor.

THE WHISKEY GENTRY Toe-tapping Americana ranging from bluegrass picking to some punk-inspired songs.

YO SOYBEAN Local “party-folk” trio featuring upbeat, sing-a-long numbers with guests on guitar, banjo, mandolin, violin and more.

Geared toward fans of Bright Eyes and the like.

Go Bar 8:30 p.m. www.myspace.com/gobar D. CHARLES SPEER Foreboding, ethereal Southern and Indian folk with a jingle and a sitar that seem to indicate an impending climactic scene.

EL HOLLIN This local band plays simple, lo-fi tunes with guitar and what sounds like a melodica.

Featuring members of local band Werewolves.

GENERIFUS Slow and simple acoustic music with a deceptively apathetic voice. Don’t be fooled–the lyrics prove they care.

GREEN GERRY AND THE GELLY PHISH Particularly dreamlike and subtly electronic local artist playing tonight with a sure-to-be-mindbending backing band.

PIGEONS Melodic, psychedelic pop that dives into twisted Americana at times.

JEFF TOBIAS Solo alto sax from member of Nutritional Peace, We Versus the Shark, Dark Meat and Quiet Hooves.

WEREELK Wyatt Strother (of local band Werewolves) debuts his new “alternative black metal/noise/experimental/ambient/hip-hop- soundgasm” project.

The Melting Point 7 p.m. $20 (adv.), $25 (door). www. meltingpointathens.com BAND OF OZ Smooth and funky bebop rock with a beachy, Jackson Browne vibe.

Rye Bar 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.myspace.com/ ryebarathens OPEN MIC Every Monday! Sign up between 8:30 & 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday 29 Caledonia Lounge 9:30 p.m. $6 (21+), $8 (18+). www. caledonialounge.com BARE WIRES Garage punk band with smooth melodies.

The Classic Center 9 p.m. SOLD OUT! www.classiccenter. com THE AVETT BROTHERS Celebrated “punkgrass” band who recently performed on The Grammy Awards returns to Athens for a concert benefiting the Georgia Theatre. See Calendar Pick on this page.

Farm 255 11 p.m. FREE! www.farm255.com BOMBS BOMBS BOMBS Local, quirky pop rock.

Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. $3. 706-353-3050 NO SHAME! Open mic hosted by Rose of Athens Theatre.

Highwire 8–11 p.m. FREE! 706-543-8997 KENOSHA KID Centered around the instru-improv jazz compositions of guitarist Dan Nettles, Kenosha Kid’s music borrows freely from multiple sources and hammers it all into a seamless product. Every Tuesday!

Eat. Drink. Listen Closely.

TUESDAY, MARCH 22 Terrapin Bluegrass Series featuring

STRING THEORY

$4 admission • $2 Terrapin Draft Specials!

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23

NATE CURRIN Tickets $5 adv. • $8 at the door

THURSDAY, MARCH 24 Nomad Artists presents

KEVIN DEVINE WITH

RIVER CITY EXTENSION

HARDY MORRIS

(of Dead Confederate)

Tickets $10 adv. • $12 at the door

FRIDAY, MARCH 25

SONS OF SAILORS Tickets $10 adv. • $14 at the door

MONDAY, MARCH 28

BAND OF OZ

Tickets $20 adv. • $25 at the door

TUESDAY, MARCH 29 GA Theatre, Nomad Artists, UGA Music Business Program present

THE CORDUROY ROAD ”Official Avett Bros After Party” Tickets $7 adv. • $10 at the door

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30 Spring Funkfest Featuring

TENT CITY JAZZCHRONIC THE MANTRAS

$5 at the door

JUST ANNOUNCED

THURSDAY, MARCH 31

The Melting Point “Avett Bros. After Party. 11 p.m. $7 (adv.), $10 (door). www.meltingpointathens.com THE CORDUROY ROAD Although rooted in classic Americana, with lots of foot stomping, banjo plucking and pedal steel, The Corduroy Road also has a knack for endearing pop melodies. After a brief hiatus, this local band is making a comeback!

New Earth Music Hall 10 p.m. $18. www.newearthmusichall. com DUANE STEPHENSON Reggae with a smooth, R&B feel. From Jamaica.

THE WAILERS Bob Marley’s legendary reggae ensemble performing Uprising in its entirety.

Rye Bar 10 p.m. www.myspace.com/ryebarathens CATHERINE KIMBRO Insightful acoustic country music with a heart.

THE RON JONSONS Local progressive rock band that incorporates unique Latin and jazz influences.

WUOG 90.5FM “Live in the Lobby.” FREE! 8 p.m. www. wuog.org LIVE IN THE LOBBY Pholksinger Josh will perform on the college radio station’s twice weekly program.

Listen over the air, stream online or drop by the station to watch! * Advance Tickets Available

Nomad Artists presents

DEAD CONFEDERATE

Performing Neil Young’s “Tonight’s the Night”

THE INTERNS

Tickets $10 adv. • $13 at the door

SATURDAY, APRIL 2

HOLMAN AUTRY BAND

Tickets $7 adv. • $10 at the door

ON THE HORIZON

FRIDAY, APRIL 8

Nomad Artists presents

J MASCIS

(of Dinosaur Jr.)

KURT VILE AND THE VIOLATORS Tickets $13 adv. • $15 at the door

COMING SOON 4/7 - THE CHAPIN SISTERS 4/8 - J. MASCIS, KURT VILE AND THE VIOLATORS 4/9 - ABBEY ROAD LIVE! 4/11 - SNARKY PUPPY 4/12 - THE BRIDGE 4/13 - BOYBUTANTE BINGO 4/15 - TODD SNIDER, THE TRISHAS 4/17 - Laughs for the GATH LOCATED ON THE GROUNDS OF

4/21 - LIZZ WINSTEAD 4/22 - KINCHAFOONEE COWBOYS 4/27 - WATSON TWINS 4/30 - CHICKASAW MUDD PUPPIES 5/4 - SENSATIONAL SOUNDS OF MOTOWN 5/5 - TRAVELIN’ McCOURYS 5/6 - Totally 80’s Party with THE HIGHBALLS 5/7 - SHAWN MULLINS BAND 5/14 - MOTHER’S FINEST 5/19 - DAWES 5/21 - CRASH TEST DUMMIES

295 E. DOUGHERTY ST., ATHENS, GA

706.254.6909

WWW.MELTINGPOINTATHENS.COM

FOR TICKETS & SHOWTIMES OR CALL THE BOX OFFICE 706.254.6909

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bulletin board DO SOMETHING; GET INVOLVED! Deadline for getting listed in Bulletin Board and Art Around Town is every THURSDAY at 12 p.m.

Email calendar@flagpole.com. Listings are printed based on available space; more listings are online.

ART Call for Artists Applications for the AthFest Artists’ Market are now available. All submissions must be postmarked by Apr. 1. arts@athfest. com, athfest.com/music-festival/ artists-market Call for Artists (Downtown Athens) Athens Indie Craftstravaganzaa is accepting applications through Apr. 1 for the spring market on May 7. Artwork must be handmade. $15 (application), $75 (booth rental). www.athensindiecraftstrava ganzaa.com Call for Artists (Floorspace) FloorSpace is seeking artists for month-long exhibitions. 706-3721833, www.floorspaceathens.com Call for Artists (Farmington Depot Gallery) Now taking handmade and vintage submissions for upcoming country market “1st Spring Festifool.” Email with two photos of wares. $30. peterlooseart@gmail.com, www.farmingtondepotgallery.org Call for Entries Film Athens is currently accepting submissions for the 6th Sprockets Music Video Competition. Early deadline Apr. 1. filmathens.net/sprockets Call for Submissions (Amici Italian Café) Seeking artists for monthly exhibitions. 706-353-0000, athens@amici-cafe.com Seeking Submissions (Highwire) Seeking submissions for monthly exhibitions. 478-986-8681, trappezebooking@gmail.com

CLASSES Adult Wing Chun Kung Fu (Floorspace) Wing Chun is a Chinese system of Kung Fu that spe-

cializes in developing dynamic, explosive and street-oriented practical self-defense. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:45 p.m. $12 per class, $60 for 6 classes. floorspacestudio@gmail. com, www.floorspaceathens.com Art Classes (Lyndon House) Sign up for winter and spring art classes!

For adults, teens and children. Go online for full list of programs. Now registering! 706-613-3623, www.accleisureservices.com Ashtanga Sun Salutations (Rubber Soul Yoga Revolution Studio) Taught at “The Magic Mountain” by Cal Clements.

Mon.–Fri. through March, 9–10:30 a.m. $5 (suggested donation). www.rubbersoulyoga.com Clay Classes (Good Dirt) Weekly “Try Clay” classes ($20/person) introduce participants to the potter’s wheel every Friday from 7-9 p.m.

“Family Try Clay” classes show children and adults hand-building methods every Sunday from 2-4 p.m.

706-355-3161, www.gooddirt.net Clown School (Rubber Soul Yoga Revolution Studio) Series of classes focusing on clown character and building rapport and fun. Sundays through March, 7–8:30 p.m. $5 (suggested donation). 706-4610262, calclements@gmail.com Computer Class (ACC Library, Educational Technology Center) Introduction to the Internet. Call to reserve a spot. 7–8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650, ext. 354 Computer Class: Introduction to PowerPoint (ACC Library, Educational Technology Center) Call to register. Mar. 24, 7–8:30 p.m.

FREE! 706-613-3650, ext. 354 Creative Exploration Classes (Wildeye Creative Exploration Studio) Tap into your creative process! Classes for kids

and adults. 706-410-0250, www.wildeyecreative.com Donation Based Spanish (Athens Language Schoolhouse) Guided conversation class with native Spanish speakers. Wednesdays, 2–3 p.m. & Fridays, 7–8 p.m. $5 (suggested donation). 706-5495002, www.athensprofessional services.com Drawing Workshop: Sighting Technique (The Loft Art Supplies) Learn to draw more accurately with artist Leslie Snipes.

Pre-registration required. Mar. 26, 1–4 p.m. $30. 706-548-5334, loftartsupply.tumblr.com English as a Second Language (Pinewoods Hispanic Community Library) Classes every week! Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30–8 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3708 ESL Class (Athens Urban Ministries) Free sessions. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1:30–3 p.m. FREE! 706-353-6647 Express Yoga (Five Points Yoga) Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. 12:15–1 p.m. $5. www.athensfivepointsyoga.com Forest Yoga (Five Points Yoga) Deepen your breath, work your core, strengthen your body and connect with your spirit. Wednesdays, 8 p.m. $10/class. 706-355-3114 GED Classes (Athens Urban Ministries, 717 Oconee St.) Get your GED for free, free, free! Mondays & Thursdays, 9:30–11:30 a.m. FREE! 706-353-6647.

Hatha Yoga (Floorspace) Relax, restore and renew. All levels welcome.

Tuesdays, 8:45 a.m. & Thursdays, 12:15 p.m. $8–15. thebodyeclectic @rocketmail.com Health and Wellness Classes (Athens Community Council on Aging) Athens Community Council on Aging

RETREAD & TREAD

Athens Area Humane Society • 706.353.2287

ADOPTION CENTER Inside Pet Supplies Plus at Alps Shopping Ctr.

Tread & Retread were found as kittens at a gas station. They are almost identical orange and white Tabbies, but as always with cats, their personalities differ. ReTread (above left) likes action, people and other cats. He wants to be a part of what’s going on. Tread (above right) is a little more reserved and independent, and his favorite toy is ReTread. Both are very sweet, young boys who would like to find a home together.

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Tony (lower left) & Jewel (lower right) are a gentle, petite couple who have spent all theirDANDELION lives together (they are 9). They cuddle together, eat together and constantly check to see what the other one is doing. Sadly, their owner passed away, and they need a new home. There is a special low adoption fee so they can be adopted as a couple. Affectionate, and well-behaved.

ATHENS AREA HUMANE SOCIETY Cats Received 9, Cats Placed 3, 0 Healthy Adoptable Cats Euthanized ACC ANIMAL CONTROL 36 Dogs and 23 Cats Received, 36 Dogs and 14 Cats Placed

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more pets can be seen online at

athenshumanesociety.org

Radcliffe Bailey’s artwork, part of the group show “Tradition Redefined,” is on display at the GMOA until Mar. 28. hosts senior-friendly Zumba, Line Dancing, Yoga, Tai Chi and more!

Go online for a complete schedule.

706-549-4850, www.accaging.org Herbal Lotions, Salves & Lip Balms (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Prepare and take home several samples. Pre-registration required. Mar. 24, 6–8 p.m. $36. 706542-6156, www.uga.edu/botgarden Intro to Computers (Madison County Library) Three weekly meetings, and you may attend one per week or all three. Pre-registration required. Tuesdays, 2–3 p.m. or 7–8 p.m. Wednesdays, 11 a.m.–12 p.m.706-795-5597.

Iyengar Yoga Classes (StudiO) A classical approach with attention to alignment and adapting poses to meet individual ability. Tuesdays, 6:45–8:15 p.m. $10. www.chetthomasyoga.com Laugh-a-Yoga (Mind Body Institute) Laugh your stress away!

Fourth Friday of each month. 5:30– 6:30 p.m. FREE! 706-475-7329, mbiprograms@armc.org Maintain, Prevent and Transform (Athens Yoga Therapeutics) On-going Hatha style Yoga class with instructor Kerry Fulford. 706-207-5881, kerry@ athensyogatherapeutics.com, www.athensyogatherapeutics.com Mama-Baby Yoga Bonding (Full Bloom Center) 10 a.m. class for babies 8–18 months old and 11 a.m. class for babies 1–8 months old. Fridays, 10 a.m. $14, $60 (6 weeks). 706-353-3373 New Horizons Music Classes (UGA School of Music) Beginning band, intermediate band, beginning orchestra and piano classes for adults age 50+. No prior music experience needed! Call 706-542-2894 to register. www.uga.edu/ugacms

Nia (Various Locations) Gain muscle definition and strength in this dance class delivering cardiovascular, whole-body conditioning. Offered four days a week; check online schedule. 706-424-9873, www.TheBodyEclectic.com Qigong for Health & Relaxation (State Botanical Garden of Georgia, Visitor Center, Great Room) Ancient Chinese art of self-cultivation that fosters health, relaxation and calm. Mondays, through Apr. 25, 12–1 p.m. $12 (per class), $80 (8 weeks). 706-5426156, www.uga.edu/botgarden Rise & Shine Yoga (Five Points Yoga) Get your shine on with early morning flow yoga. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:45–6:45 a.m. $10 (Drop-In). 706-355-3114 Secrets to a Sensational Room (Athens Technical College) Learn how to stage and redesign a home with items you already have.

Three-part seminar. Apr. 8, 15 & 22, 1–3 p.m. $75. 706-369-5763, bmoody@athenstech.

Spring Wildflowers of the Upland Deciduous Forests of Georgia (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Visit the Dunson Native Flora Garden and learn to identify a number of spring ephermals and other early blooming plants. Call to register. Mar. 29, 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. $45. 706-5426156, www.uga.edu/botgarden Tango Lessons (Buffalo’s Southwest Café) Every Tuesday with Clint and Shelly. 4–6 p.m. (Private Lessons), 6–7 p.m. (Intermediate Class) 7–8 p.m. (Beginner Class), $10 (group class).706-613-8178, cvunderwood@charter.net Tennis for Life (Various Locations) Now offering six-week sessions at Bishop Park and

Southeast Clarke Park for juniors ages 5–15 and adults. Register online. 706-613-3592, tennisforlife.net Tribal Basics Bellydance (Floorspace, 160 Tracy St.) Learn graceful moves in a fun and supportive environment with a focus on Egyptian style and rhythms.

Wednesdays, 7–8 p.m. www.floor spaceathens.com UGA Tango Club (UGA Tate Center, Room 311) Evening classes for beginners and advanced students. Thursdays, Beginning 6:10 p.m., Intermediate/Advanced 7:10 p.m.$30 (per semester), $20 (UGA Community). athenstangoclub@ gmail.com Vinyasa Flow Yoga (Floorspace) Daytime flow classes. Tuesdays, 8:45 a.m. Thursdays, 12:15 p.m. $6–$12 (suggested donation). thebodyeclectic@rocketmail.com, www.floorspaceathens.com Weekly Meditation (Athens Insights, 179 Woodward St. #7) Providing a calm and open environment in which people can relax and experience new cultural and religious ideas. Wednesdays, 8 p.m.–9 p.m. FREE! athensinsights@ gmail.com Wire Jewelry Class (Athens Technical College) Six-week course beginning Mar. 29. Students will make a new piece each week. Call for more information. 706-3695763, bmoody@athenstech.edu Women Writing Their Lives (160 Tracy Street) A 12-week course designed to motivate and inspire women to tell their unique stories.

Appropriate for beginners and those who would like the support of a group. Every Thursday through March, 7–8:15 p.m. $50/month. thektp@gmail.com, holdingwoman space.com

Women’s Self Defense Classes (American Black Belt Academy) One rape or sexual assault occurs every two minutes in the U.S. Learn what you can do to protect yourself. Go online or call to register.

706-549-1671, www.americanblack belt.org Yoga (Rubber Soul Yoga Revolution Studio) Offering yoga, meditation and gentle yoga classes every day of the week. For full schedule, go online. Daily, $5 (donation). www.rubbersoulyoga.com Yoga & The 7 Sacred Centers (Five Points Yoga) Learn how the 7 main chakras affect the body and how knowing the body’s energy can help you move more fully inro your power & health through asana, journaling and meditation. Mar. 26, 2–4 p.m. $30. 706-254-0200 Yoga Crawlers (Full Bloom Center) For active babies 8–18 months. Every Wednesday. 10:30 a.m. $14. 706-353-3373, www.fullbloomparent.com Yoga: Maintain, Prevent, Transform (Leathers Building) Hatha-style yoga in a small, comfortable setting with instructor Kerry Fulford. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:45–7:45 p.m. $60 (6 classes) 706-207-5881 Yoshukai Karate (AKF Itto Martial Arts) Learn Yoshukai Karate, a traditional hard Okinawan style. FREE! www.athensy.com Yoshukai Karate (East Athens Community Center) Must be at least 13 years old. Every Monday, Thursday and Saturday. Monday and Thursday, 7:30–8:30 p.m., Saturday, 2–3 p.m. FREE! www.clarkecounty yk.com Youth and Parents Drum Circle (Floorspace) Percussion class! Bring a drum if you have one!

Every second Friday of the month.

4–4:45 p.m. $5–$10 (suggested donation). christyfricks@gmail.com, www.floorspaceathens.com Zumba at the Garden (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Wednesdays, 5:30–6:30 p.m. $10/ class, $80/session. www.uga.edu/ botgarden

HELP OUT! Athens Greenway Cleanup (Greenway) All area middle and high school students are encouraged to join in cleaning up the Greenway.

Sign-up at athensvolunteer.org/ youthserve. Mar. 26, 9 a.m–12 p.m.

FREE! 706-353-1313 The Battery A newly formed social empowerment organization is launching their “GA’s Trail of Tears 2.0” campaign to stop HB 87. Call 706-206-9237 to volunteer.

Become a Mentor (Boys and Girls Clubs of Athens) Volunteer one hour per week to make a difference in the life of a child. Training provided. mentor@athensbgca.com BikeAthens Bike Recycling (Chase Street Warehouses) Join BikeAthens volunteers as they clean and repair donated bicylces for local service agencies. Bike repair skills a plus but not necessary. BikeAthens is also seeking donations of used kids’ and adult bikes in any condition. Sundays, 2–4:30 p.m. www.bikeathens.com Blood Drive (Red Cross Donor Center) Give the gift of life! Call to make an appointment today. 706546-0681, 1-800-RED-CROSS, www.redcrossblood.org Cans for Critters (Various Locations) Donate collected aluminum cans to benefit the critters at Bear Hollow Wildlife Trail. Accepting donations through Apr. 18. Register by calling. 706-613-3512

Global Youth Service Day (Various Locations) This year’s theme: “Planting Unity in the Community.” Check website for volunteer opportunities. Apr. 15–17. handsonnortheastgeorgia.org Great American Clean-up Challenge (Various Locations) Organize a litter clean-up and/ or beautification project during GreenFest. Call to organize an activity or borrow supplies. All volunteers receive coupons to local businesses while supplies last. Apr.1–30. 706613-3501, ext. 312 HandsOn Athens (Various Locations) Join with community volunteers as HandsOn Athens helps homeowners repair their historic homes. Apr. 8–10, 8:30–5 p.m. 706353-1801, hoathens@bellsouth.net March for Meals 5K Volunteers (Council on Aging) Volunteers needed to help with set-up, registration, cheering along the route and more on Mar. 26. Call 706-549-4850 for info.

Preparing Dinner for the Residents (Athens Area Homeless Shelter) Volunteer to make a meal for the women and children living at Athens Area Homeless Shelter. Call to reserve a night! Daily, 5:30–6:30 p.m. 706-354-0423 Project Safe Volunteers (Various Locations) Take part in the movement to end domestic violence by becoming a mentor, donating a meal or volunteering at the thrift store. Help someone start a new life!

706-542-0922, www.project-safe. org

KIDSTUFF Adventure Travel Camp (Georgia Center) Spend your days playing paintball, shooting laser tag, climbing walls, racing go-karts and going on high-tech scavenger hunts. For ages 11–15. Register for summer camp by calling. May 31–June 3, 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. $375. 800-811-6640, questions@ georgiacenter.uga.edu Girls’ Rock Camp Athens Now taking applications through Apr. 15 for this summer’s camp, to take place July 25–29 with a showcase concert on July 30. No musical experience necessary. Scholarships available. For girls ages 9–15. $25 (application fee), $300 (tuition). girlsrockathens.org Homework Helpers (East Athens Community Center) UGA students tutor your children and help them get assignments finished. Open to any child or teen who needs help with homework. Daily, 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3657, www.clarke.public.lib.ga.us Kids Camp (The Elbert Theatre) Children in Kindergarten through 5th grade can learn about the stage and how a theatre works by participating in games, crafts, skits and exercises.

Now accepting registration. May 23–27. $45. 706-283-1049, www.elberttheatre.org Mommy and Me Spanish (Email for Location) Learn Spanish with your preschooler through songs, stories and games! New session starting soon. sehlers@uga.edu Musikgarten Early Childhood Classes (UGA School of Music) Music classes for toddlers ages 2–4. This session’s theme is “The Rhythm and Music of Nature.” Check website for details.

Register by Apr. 25. May 3–June 23. $70. 706-542-2894, ugacms@uga. edu, www.uga.edu/ugacms/ earlychildhood.html One-to-One Learning (Lay Park) Pratice reading, writing and math with the librarian and UGA student

volunteers. For ages 6 and up.

Daily, 3:30–5:30 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3667 One-to-One Reading Program (East Athens Community Center) Read with the librarian and other volunteers. Get them all to yourself! For ages 6 and up. Daily, 3:30–5:30 p.m., FREE! 706-613-3593 Summer Camps (Various Locations) ACC Leisure Services has a total of 35 summer camps for children and teens, ranging from traditional day camps to arts, sports, theatre and even a zoo camp. Check online for complete list of camps and registration info. 706-613-3625, www.athensclarkecounty.com/camps Theater Academy (Seney-Stovall Chapel) Summer camps for children in grades 3–12. Register online.

June 6–10 & 11–17. 706-340-9181, roseofathens.wordpress.com/ education/academy Wild Intelligence Nature Programs Nature-based learning and character development while your child enjoys storytelling, games and curiosity-based adventure on the land. After-school and day-long programs. Mondays, 3:30–6 p.m. & Tuesdays 10 a.m.–2 p.m. tommy@ wildintelligence.org Yoga Sprouts (Whole: Mind.

Body. Art.) Fun, playful yoga and crafts for kids ages 2 and up. 3–4:30 p.m. $15. www.wholemindbodyart. com ZumbAtomic for Kids (Whole: Mind. Body. Art.) Fast-foward fusion of Zumba moves designed to let kids max out on fun and fitness at the same time! Mondays, 5:15–6:15 p.m. $6 (for first child), $3 (for each additional sibling). www.wholemind bodyart.com

SUPPORT Alcoholics Anonymous (Various Locations) If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help. 706-5430436, www.athensaa.com Alzheimer’s Caregiver Luncheon Program (Bentley Center) The Athens Area Alzheimer’s Support Group meets the third Tuesday of every month. Noon-1 p.m. FREE! 706-549-4850, eanthony@accaging.org Emotional Abuse Support Group (Call for location) Demeaning behavior can be just as harmful as punches and kicks.

Childcare is provided. Call the Project Safe hotline: 706-543-3331.

Wednesdays, 6:30–8 p.m.

Emotions Anonymous (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) Informal and supportive 12step program open to anyone with a desire to become well emotionally.

Sundays, 4–5 p.m. 706-202-7463, www.emotionsanonymous.org Gender Mix (UGA Memorial Hall, Room 414) A male and female discussion and support group established to promote unity within interpersonal relationships. Last Monday of every month. 6 p.m. FREE! 706-542-8468, cymoon@uga.edu Grief Support Group (Council on Aging) Meeting every third Thursday each month. 2-3:30 p.m.

FREE! 706-549-4850 Mental Health Support Group (St. Mary’s Hospital) Meets in the lobby conference room.

Thursdays, 6:30–8 p.m. 706-7835706, www.athensmentalhealth.org Overeaters Anonymous (Various Locations) 12-step meetings for compulsive eaters. All ages and sizes welcome. Mondays, 5:30 p.m. at Nuçi’s Space. Thursdays, 7 p.m. at St. Gregory’s Episcopal

ART AROUND TOWN ACC Library (2025 Baxter St.) Paintings by Lisa Weaver. Through March. • Visual storytelling artwork by teens and adults. Through March.

Amici Italian Café (233 E. Clayton St.) New works

by Charley Seagraves. Through March.

Athens Academy (1281 Spartan Rd.) A comic arts show featuring Eleanor Davis, Drew Weing, Robert Brown, David Mack and Joey Weiser. Through Apr. 11. • Landscape paintings by Greg Benson, Robert Clements and Joe Ruiz. Through Apr. 20.

Big City Bread Cafe (393 N. Finley St.) Acrylic and enamel works by Charley Seagraves. Through March.

Bob Snipes Water Resources Center (780 Barber St.) In the spirit of the Parisian Salon Des Refusés, “Refusés” is a show of works by Athens artists not accepted into the 36th Juried Exhibition at the Lyndon House. Through April.

Circle Gallery, UGA College of Environmental Design (Caldwell Hall) “Brave New Worlds: Explorations in China and Costa Rica” features design work produced by students and faculty during recent studies abroad. Through Mar. 25.

Community (119 Jackson St.) New works by Lea Purvis.

Dawg Gone Good BBQ (224 W. Hancock Ave.) Photographs of the Athens Business Rocks competition by Barbara Hutson. Through March.

Espresso Royale Caffe (297 E. Broad St.) Abstract photographs of urban decay by Atlanta artist Stephanie Howard.

Farmington Depot Gallery (1011 Salem Rd., Farmington) Owned and staffed by 16 artists, the gallery exhibits paintings, sculpture, folk art, ceramics, fine furniture and more. Permanent collection artists include Phillip Goulding, Leigh Ellis, Peter Loose, Susan Nees and more.

Five Star Day Café (229 E. Broad St.) Abstractexpressionist acrylics with deep textures and bright blending of colors by Frances Jemini. Through March.

Flicker Theatre & Bar (263 W. Washington St.) Vibrant collages by Alexei Gural and new works by Andrew Gonzales of Marshmallow Coast. Through March.

Georgia Museum of Art (90 Carlton St.) Works

by Anthony Goicolea, UGA alumnus and Brooklynbased artist. • “The American Scene on Paper: Prints and Drawings from the Schoen Collection” addresses the plight of the American farm laborer in the development of industry and the growth of the urban environment. Through May 3. • “Tradition Redefined: The Larry and Brenda Thompson Collection of African American Art.” Through Mar. 27.

Good Dirt (510 B Thomas St.) The gallery features hand-built and wheel-thrown pieces by various

Church. Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. at Princeton United Methodist Church.

FREE! 404-771-8971, www.oa.org Parkinson’s Support Group (Council on Aging) Meet up every fourth Monday for an open support group for those living with Parkinson’s Disease. 2:30-4 p.m.

FREE! 706-549-4850 PTSD Support Group Local support group now forming for family members of soldiers and veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder.

770-725-4527 Sapph.Fire Social, support and volunteer organization for lesbian and bisexual women in Athens and surrounding areas. Join Sapph.fire on Facebook. Email sapph.fire@yahoo. com for the next meeting.

Survive and Revive (Call for location) Domestic violence support group. Dinner begins at 6 p.m. and group at 6:30 p.m. Childcare is provided during group. Second and fourth Tuesday of the month in Clarke County. First and third Monday of the month in Madison County. 6–8 p.m. Project Safe: 706-543-3331

ON THE STREET Frankenstein Lives! Rose of Athens Theatre chronicles the life of young gothic novelist Mary Shelley

ceramic artists and potters including Rob Sutherland, Caryn Van Wagtendonk, Crisha Yantis and Mike Klapthor.

Hampton Fine Art Gallery (115 E. Broad St., Greensboro) Works by various artists. Reception and awards presentation Mar. 26. Through Mar. 26.

Jittery Joe’s Coffee (1230 S. Millledge Ave.) Handpainted silks by René Shoemaker. Through March.

Just Pho…and More (1063 Baxter St.) New work

by Virginia Nazarea. Through March.

Krimson Kafe (40 Greensboro Hwy., Watkinsville) Paintings, drawings and collages by 7th grader Audrey Hinkle. Through March.

Lamar Dodd School of Art (270 River Rd.) 2011 Master of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition features a wide range of two and three dimensional artworks from each of 24 graduating students. Reception Mar. 25. Through Apr. 15.

Lyndon House Arts Center (293 Hoyt St.) 36th Annual Juried Exhibition, featuring work by area artists in a variety of media. Through May 10.

Madison-Morgan Cultural Center (434 S. Main St., Madison) A collection of images of the high desert plains of the American Southwest. Through March.

Mama’s Boy (197 Oak St.) Representational and abstract paintings by Hoke Johnston. Through March.

OCAF (34 School St., Watkinsville) Egg tempera portraits, commanding landscapes and trompe l’oeil paintings by Christy Green. Through Mar. 25.

Republic Salon (312 E. Broad St.) An exhibit featuring your favorite animals in embroidery and print mixed-media works by Lea Purvis.

State Botanical Garden of Georgia (2450 Milledge Ave.) “Forged from Nature” is an outdoor series of sculpted garden gates by artist Andrew T. Crawford.

The Globe (199 N. Lumpkin St.) Artwork by Laura Connely. Through Mar. 24.

Town 220 (220 W. Washington St., Madison) “Large Format Wall Paintings” presents the works of painter Richard Olsen and works in clay by Rick Berman.

Through April.

Trace Gallery (160 Tracy St.) New works by Atlanta ceramic sculptor Christina West. West addresses the idea of the human object as a toy by creating nearly life-size porcelain and fabric dolls.

Through Apr. 8.

Transmetropolitan (145 E. Clayton St.) Photographs by Jessica Schramm. Through March.

UGA Miller Learning Center “Fragmented Light,” a composition of brightly colored adhesive tapes created by Patricia Van Dalen.

White Tiger Gourmet Food & Chocolates (217 Hiawasee Ave.) An exhibit featuring work by over 50 young artists from Chase Street Elementary School. Through March.

in this performance which explores some uncanny similarities between the artist and her literary creation.

The show is available for booking through March. 706-340-9181, www.roseofathens.org Antebellum Trail Pilgrimage (Various Locations) A 100-mile trek through seven communities. Visit historic homes, experience authentic battle sites, view impressive architecture and tour museums. Tickets can be purchased at the Athens Welcome Center or online. Apr. 27–May 1, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. $25. www.atpilgrimage.com Call for Entries (Ciné BarCafé) The AthFest Film Committee is currently accepting submissions for local independent films, music documentaries and student projects to be screened during AthFest 2011 (June 22–26). Entries must be produced in Georgia or by a Georgia-based filmmaker or band. First deadline May 1; final deadline May 15. $10 (May 1), $20 (May 15). athfest.com/musicfestival/film, film@athfest.com Dance Instructor Recruitment (East Athens Educational Dance Center) The ACC Leisure Services Department is currently recruiting dance instructors to teach summer classes, May 23–July 22, at the East Athens Educational Dance Center. Call for information.

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Film Athens Filmakers, crew members and production support services: Get listed in Film Athens’ new searchable Production Directory at http://filmathens.net.

FREE! Tax Preparation Assistance (Various Locations) Now scheduling appointments for low- to middle-income families at the Epps Bridge Parkway Kroger and Oconee County Library.

706-543-9511 Tax Assistance (Oconee County Library) The AARP offers free help to all adults regardless of age or AARP affiliation. Mondays, 1–4:30 p.m.

706-769-3950 UGA Alcohol Study UGA is conducting a study on a medication for treating alcohol problems.

Participation includes five in-person assessments. No cost for treatment.

706-542-8350 Wee Read Preliminaries (Various Locations) High school and college students are invited to compete in Wii sports. Winners will compete Apr. 30 at the Classic Center. All proceeds benefit the Wee Read program, providing local children with free books. Register. $15. weeolympics.weebly.com Zoo Atlanta Family Passes (Various Locations) Zoo Atlanta and the Athens Regional Library System grant passes to patrons with library cards. Visit zooatlanta.org. f

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reality check Matters Of The Heart And Loins I’m a 23-year-old male student at Georgia, and I seem to be the only person my age actually looking for love instead of a hook-up. But every time I go out to try and meet people, hooking up is all they are interested in. So, should I just try to date women older than me or should I just wait until everyone my age is ready to settle down? Please help…

Confused Oh, what a rare and beautiful specimen you are, Confused! Not because you’re confused, mind you—confused 20-somethings are a dime a dozen these days. No, you are a rare find because you are a serious young man. I should think that the Internet is simply brimming with women who would love to meet you—like, pages and pages of them. Get thee to Ok Cupid! Be specific, tell them what you really want and who you really are, and stop looking for a real relationship in a bar.

Silly.

In a small town like this one, is it better to fake friendly with that awful, heart-wrenching ex? Or does acting friendly merely allow that awful, heart-wrenching ex to believe that their terrible behavior is acceptable because in the end it says “It’s OK to continue being an arrogant, manipulative, demeaning prick to people because they’ll still like you when it’s all over.”?

On the one hand, not being friendly seems petty and vindictive. It kind of makes me the crazy-ex. And in a small town, it can get very inconvenient.

At the same time, being friendly feels like selling out… like I’m betraying myself. It also feels as if I’d be enabling the behavior… like I’m implicit [sic] in my ex treating their next partner like garbage.

Either Way, It’s Possible I’m a Douchebag.

Acting friendly may be going above and beyond the call. There’s nothing wrong with being polite and getting the hell away. Petty and vindictive is when you try to sabotage your ex’s current relationship, or when you go around town telling everyone how lousy the sex was, or spreading lies (or painful truths told in confidence) about them.

Mostly avoiding this person is not a betrayal, EWIPIAD, it is simple self-preservation. You’re not being complicit (I believe that’s the word you were looking for) in your ex’s treatment of their new partner; it has nothing to do with you. This is one of the many unavoidable perils of small-town life. You have to deal with the same people every day, and being anonymous is nearly impossible, so just forget it. If it makes things easier, think of your ex as a co-worker whom you don’t really like but can’t afford to have as an enemy: just smile, nod and keep walking.

I have been seeing this guy fairly casually for the last several months. We have an agreement, which is to say that we see each other, we have fun, we sleep together, we go out when we feel like it, but there is no commitment. We are allowed to see other people, and we are under no obligation to tell each other about it. This is the part where the woman usually says that she’s falling for the guy, right?

Except I’m not. I am very, very busy, I have bigger things to deal with in my life, and I don’t feel that strongly about this guy. He’s fun, he’s smart, and we have great sex, but I don’t miss him when he’s not around and I have never, ever considered that he might be a long-term possibility.

So, last week, we were at his house enjoying a post-coital adult beverage, when he suddenly confessed that he thought he loved me! I didn’t know what to say, so I laughed and said “Don’t be silly.” The next morning, I made a remark to the effect that he had had a bit too much to drink and lost his head, and he laughed and agreed that he had gotten carried away. This week, we went out again. The same situation, after dinner, a movie, great conversation and great sex, he said that he thought he was “developing real feelings” for me. And again I just brushed it off. I told him not to read too much into it, and that I thought he was mistaking lust for love. If not, why would this only come up when we’re having sex? He did not react poorly at all.

In fact, he moved on in the conversation as if nothing had happened, but now I feel weird. I am starting to think that maybe I need to find a new playmate. But he insists that everything is OK. What say you, Jyl? Am I being selfish if I keep him around? Do you think he is really falling for me, or is it chemical? I don’t want to hurt him, but I do rather enjoy his company.

Uncertain If he had professed his love in the car the first time and in bed the second, or vice versa, I would be (perhaps erroneously) more concerned about his emotional well-being, U. But since his confessions both took place in the sack, and since he seems otherwise unaffected, I think you may have hit the nail on the head with your chemical diagnosis.

It turns out that our old friend oxytocin works on the male of our species as well. You can read more about it here (http:// scienceblogs.com/neurotopia/2009/11/oxytocin_its_also_for_boys.php), but the gist of it is that while the “love hormone” makes women have feelings of love and closeness and mating for life, in men it contributes to—wait for it—the perception of sexual arousal. And we wonder why we’re all so screwed up. So basically, U, unless he starts calling you every two hours or asking to meet your mom, I think you should take your guy at his word when he says he’s OK with your current agreement.

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2BR/2BA at The Lodge. Kitchen, LR, screened-in porch. $850/mo. + utils. Internet incl. Avail. now!

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2BR/2.5BA, Stones Creek Condo. $700/mo. Barnett Shoals Rd. (706) 743-3111 or (706) 224-1400.

2 tenants needed. 3BR/2.5BA at Milledge Place. UGA Athens busline. $350/mo. utils. incl.

Close to campus. No smoking/ pets. Swimming pool. Avail. this summer! (909) 957-7058, williamsreza@gmail.com.

3BR/3BA townhouse for rent in the Woodlands. $460/mo. per rm. Incl. utils. All rooms avail. LR & kitchen furnished. Avail. Aug. 1. (404) 3149318.

Unbelievable deal! $900/ mo.! 3BR/2.5BA townhouse on Milledge. Pool, sand volleyball, basketball. W/D, all appls incl. On busline. Don't wait, won't last! (678) 4620824.

Condos For Sale Downtown. University Tower on Broad across from N. Campus.

Lg. 1BR/1BA, $84,500. Agents welcome 3%. Call (706) 2553743.

Duplexes For Rent 2BR/1BA. Eastside. W/D, fireplace, new carpet, everything nice! $500/ mo. + utils. & dep. Avail. now! Call Mike (706) 540-7574.

5 Pts. duplex. 2BR/1BA, W/D incl., CHAC, fresh & clean. Across the street from Memorial Park. $600/ mo. Call (706) 202-9805.

Brick duplex, 2BR/2BA, very clean, all extras. Just 2 mi. to campus on north side Athens. Grad students, professionals welcome, pets OK. Call Sharon at (706) 201-9093 or email moss.properties@yahoo.com for photos.

East Athens. Great 2BR/1BA duplex. On city busline. Fresh paint, W/D, DW, range, fridge, trash & yd. service incl. Pets OK. Avail. now! $550/mo. Call Mike (877) 740-1514 toll free.

Houses for Rent $650/mo. 3BR/1BA. 121 E. Carver Dr. Fenced–in yd. Tile & HWflrs. CHAC, W/D hookups, DW. Pets welcome. Avail. now! (706) 614-8335. $900/mo. Blocks from UGA & Dwntn. Athens. 3BR/1BA, CHAC, totally remodeled, tall ceilings, HWflrs., tile, W/D, front porch. 500 Willow St. Avail. now. Owner/Agent, call Robin (770) 265-6509.

160 Mcleroy Dr. 3BR/1BA. Avail.

April 1st. CHAC, carport, huge fenced yd. Pets OK. No pet fees!

Nice area. $775/mo. Other homes avail. (706) 372-6813.

2BR/1BA 5 Pts. HW & tile flrs., LR, kitchen, spacious BRs w/ good closets, W/D incl., quiet area on Highland Ave. $695/mo. (706) 5466900, valerioproperties.com.

2BR/1BA house, 2 min. to Athens Tech, $650/mo. 3BR/2BA house, Winterville city limits, lg. deck & yd. $950/mo. Call (706) 247-1398.

2BR/1BA, 340 Ruth St. Cool old house w/ HWflrs., all appliances, pet-friendly, $800/mo., avail.

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2 & 3BR super nice houses in the Boulevard n’hood. Walk to town & campus. 535 and 545 Satula, 255 Boulevard Heights, 135 Glencrest. www.boulevardproperty management.com or call (706) 548-9797.

2BR/1.5BA w/ office/guest room. In quadraplex 2 blocks from campus. 5 Pts. area. W/D, CHAC, nice patio. Very cool layout. $900/mo. Avail. 8/1. Pets ok. Call (706) 369-2908.

2BR/1BA, Woody Dr. $680/mo.

Great duplex beautifully renovated, all electric, HWflrs., nice quiet street. boulevardproper ty management.com or (706) 548-9797.

251 Magnolia St. 2BR/1BA. Avail. now! Pets welcome. Newly remodeled, fenced-in yd. $650/ mo. Call (706) 714-4603.

2BR/1BA, 2795 Danielsville Rd. 5 mi. north of Dwntn. Fenced yd., good closet space, W/D avail., pets OK! $535/mo. + dep. Avail. now. (706) 424-1571.

2BR/2BA Lyndon Ave.! FP, HWflrs., high ceilings, lg. rooms, open kitchen & LR, tile BAs, nice back deck, blocks from Dwntn! $1060/mo. (706) 546-6900, valerioproperties.com.

3BR/2BA house in Normaltown.

Fenced yd. Pets ok. $1000/mo.

Call Ryan, (706) 254-7678.

3BR/1.5BA. Avail. now! Pets welcome. Carport, newly remodeled, fenced-in yd. $795/ mo. 255 Magnolia St. Call (706) 714-4603.

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3BR/2BA, great n’hood close to Medical School campus/Normaltown. HW/tile flrs.

Fresh paint inside & outside. Huge landscaped/fenced yd. All new appliances. Must see! $850/mo.

Call Helen Martin, (706) 540-2010.

3BR/2BA house close to campus. Quiet street off College Cir., lg. yd. w/ deck, garage.

HWflrs., appls, W/D, CHAC. 1 mi. from campus. Avail. Aug 1. $855/ mo. Call (706) 247-3708.

3BR/1BA, lg. rooms, W/D, DW, deck, screen porch, alarm system, pets OK, in-town Athens off First St. $695/mo. Call Mike. (706) 2025259.

4BR/4BA. New, Dwntn. 1 mi. from Arch. Stainless, HWflrs., tile, covered porches. Choose from multiple homes. W/D incl. Avail.

Fall. $1900/mo. Aaron (706) 2072957.

4BRs, 5 Pts. Fall lease. Approved for 4 unrelated. $1640/mo. See at bondrealestate.org. Owner/broker Herbert Bond Realty & Investment.

(706) 224-8002.

4BR/4BA houses! Great Dwntn. location! Lg. BRs, tile, HWflrs., $1800/mo., avail. 8/1. www. newagepropertiesathens.com, (706) 713-0626.

4BR/4BA new house on S. Milledge, $1700/mo.! 4BR/3.5BA, $1600/mo. Hardwoods, granite, tile, stainless appliances, walk-in closets & large BRs! Call (706) 340-1215 or www. athensrealestategroup.com.

4BR/3BA historic home approx. 2 miles to campus/Dwntn., HWflrs, new kitchen & BAs, $2000/mo.

Call Valerio, (706) 546-6900, valerioproperties.com.

5BR/2.5BA on Milledge!

Spacious house w/ large yd. just 2 min. from campus. $2000/mo. athensarearentals@gmail.com or (706) 202-9905.

685 King Ave. 3BR/2BA, Huge den, tons of space! CHAC, pets OK, no pet fees! Other homes avail. $865/mo. (706) 254-2569.

6BR/3.5BA off Prince Ave. on King Ave. Avail. 8/1, fully renovated, 2 custom kitchens w/ granite, custom BAs, 2 dens, huge yd.! $2700/mo., no dogs, cats OK. Chris: chris@petersonproperties. org, (706) 202-5156.

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Boulevard n’hood. 3BR/2BA, newish house w/ HWflrs., modern kitchen, CHAC. Avail. now! (706) 543-6368.

Eastside 2BR/1BA split level. Lg. LR splits BRs. Lg. kitchen. Private drive. Big back yd. Storage bldg.

Appls. incl. $625/mo. + dep. Pet negotiable. (706) 248-7338.

Eastside 4BR/2BA home. $700/mo. incl. trash & lawn care. All appls incl. Fenced-in back yd., pets OK. Call (706) 201-2121.

Historic cottage, great porch, overlooking “The Boulevard,” couple or single, walk to ARMC. Bus to UGA. Leave questions, contact number at (706) 543-0109.

Avail. 4/1. $750/mo.

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Milledge/Springdale area. Preleasing for August. 2BR/1BA renovated home built in 1913.

All new heat pump, kitchen, metal roof & off-street parking w/ double carport. All appls provided incl. W/D. $825/ mo. Bob, (706) 215-6848.

GAREL#269394.

Now leasing 3 & 4 BR brick homes w/ private baths for Fall 2011. Pet friendly student community close to Dwntn. www.deklerealty.com, (706) 548-0580.

Students welcome. Corner of Madison Heights/Nor th Ave. 4BR/4BA. HW/tile flrs. All appls.

5 min. walk to Dwntn, on busline. $425/BR + one mo.’s rent dep. Call Lynette, (706) 202-4648.

Students welcome. North Ave. 5BR/4BA. 4 car garage, 5 min. walk to Dwntn, on busline.

All appls. HWflrs. $450/BR. Call Lynette, (706) 202-4648.

NOW LEASING! Cedar Shoals Square: HUGE Townhomes with over 3,000 Square Feet!

• Bonus Rooms • Sparkling Pool Onsite • Full Size W/D Included • Pet Friendly!

• Master Suite with Huge Walk-in Closet

706.543.1910

www.LandmarkAthens.com

Westside 3BR/2BA & Eastside 3BR/3BA. Totally renovated incl. granite breakfast bars & wd. flrs. 2 yr. lease discount. (706) 540-0336 or see pictures & video: www. kampropertiesllc.com.

Houses for Sale 3BR/1.5BA brick ranch. Excellent condition. $109,000. 1 car garage, fenced yd. w/ shed. Nicely landscaped, zoysia lawn. Appls. incl. Pls. call (706) 549-4050 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.

3BR/2BA, Athens. $125,000.

Single-level, 1564 sqft. Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout.

Zoned heat, combo kitchen/dining, carport, laundry, attic storage, crawlspace, appliances. Open house info/photos: www.jones. centerpath.net. Listing: www. sellectrealtyofgeorgia.com, (678) 694-7937.

Artist inspired 3BR/2BA home w/ wrap-around porch & studio on Dearing St. just off of Milledge. $439,900. Call Reign at Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty, (706) 372-4166.

Aw esome in-t ow n 2BR/ 1BA .

Fenced back yd. w/ cool deck in historic Cobbham. Between Milledge & King. $150,000.

Call Reign at Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty, (706) 372-4166.

Char ming, classic, updated cottage in Normaltown. 2BR/2BA w/ sunroom. $188,000, 248 Georgia Ave. Antique heart pine, high ceilings. (706) 850-1175 or (678) 358-5181. By appt. only.

Land for Sale Arizona land liquidation, $99/ mo., 1 & 2 acre ranch lots. 1 hr. from Tucson Int’l Airport. No credit check! Guar. financing, money back guar. (800) 631-8164, code 4054, www.sunsiteslandrush.com (AAN CAN).

Own 20 acres, only $129/mo. $13,900. Near growing El Paso, TX. 2nd safest city in America! Low down, no credit checks, owner financing. Free map/pictures. (800) 755-8953, www.sunsetranches. com (AAN CAN).

Parking & Storage UGA parking spaces. Across the street from campus, law & library. $30/mo. 6 mo. minimum. Contact Susan, (706) 354-4261.

1, 2, 3 & 4BR houses & apartments, avail. Fall, historic Boulevard n’hood. (706) 548-9797, www. boulevardpropertymanagement. com.

1BR/2BR/3BR/4BR units throughout Normaltown, Boulevard, ARMC, & 5 Pts. Avail. Fall. Please visit valerioproperties.com or call us, (706) 546-6900.

1BR/1BA Hillside Apt. $475/mo. $550/mo. w/ W/D. Water incl.

Blocks from campus. Joiner Management: (706) 353-6868, or text “hillside” to 41513. www. joinermanagement.com.

2BR/2BA flats & town homes.

Patriot Park, $625 w/ W/D, DW, quiet, small 7 unit bldg. Joiner Management, (706) 353-6868 or text “patriot” to 41513. www. joinermanagement.com.

2BR/2BA on College Station.

Huge apt., FP, deck, lots of closets, DW, W/D, CHAC. Avail.

8/1. Pre–leasing. Pets OK. $575/ mo. (706) 369-2908.

Pre-leasing for Fall. 1, 2 & 3BR houses. Close to campus & Dwntn.

Call (706) 255-0066.

Royal Oaks Townhomes. 2BR/2BA, $685/mo., W/D incl., pool & volleyball. Joiner Management: ( 7 0 6 ) 3 5 3 - 6 8 6 8 , w w w. joinermanagement.com, or text “royal” to 41513.

Specials on S. Milledge Av e . ! O n l y 9 l e f t t o p r e - l e a s e ! H u n t e r ’s Run. 2BR/2BA, $700/ mo. 3BR/2BA, $800/ mo. 4BR/4BA, $1100/ mo.

W/D, alarm system, pets welcome. hancockpropertiesinc. com. (706) 552-3500.

Shoal Creek: 1 & 2 BRs, $575 to $675. W/D, DW, ice-maker, pool. www.joiner management.com, text “shoalcreek” to 41513, or call Joiner Management, (706) 8507727.

2BR/2.5BA townhome, Cedar Bluff, Eastside. $670/mo. w/ W/D, DW, lg. rooms. www.joinermanagement. com, text “cedar” to 41513, Joiner Management, (706) 353-6868.

Stonecrest, 2 & 3 BRs, $800 to $1050/mo. W/D, DW, microwave, pool. www.joinermanagement. com, text “stonecrest” to 41513, or call Joiner Management, (706) 850-7727.

3BR/1BA, close to campus, HWflrs., DW, W/D, HVAC, fenced back yd., pets OK, $1000/mo., call (706) 3692908.

Huge room for rent w/ private entry. $450/mo. Pay weekly or monthly.

W/D, utils. incl. Bigger than master BR. (678) 698-4260.

4BR/4BA, $1956/mo. CHAC, all appliances incl., access to community pool & pool house, convenient to Dwntn. Athens, UGA campus, house is on busline. 2020 Lakeside Dr. Avail. 8/1/11. Call (706) 207-9295.

5 Pts. 2BR/1BA. Great location.

Great for grad student. Walk to campus. W/D, CHAC, nice patio.

Pets OK. $650-$700/mo. Avail. 8/1.

Call (706) 369-2908.

Adorable 3BR/2BA, close to campus. New master BA w/ double sink. HWflrs., fenced back yd. W/D, DW, CHAC. Avail. 8/1. $1250/mo. (706) 369-2908.

Arbor Creek: 1 & 2 BRs, $520 to $655/mo. W/D, DW, pool. www.joiner management.com, text “arbor” to 41513, Joiner Management, (706) 353-6868.

Dearing Garden, 1 & 2BR flats. $550 to $650/mo. W/D, DW. Block from campus off Baxter St. Joiner Management, (706) 850-7727, text “dearing” to 41513. www. joinermanagement.com.

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Roommates

Need 3 roommates for 4BR place in F a r m e r ’s L o f t s Dwntn.

2BA, lg. LR, brick walls, HWflrs. $450/mo. incl. water. Great atmosphere. Call Robert, (610) 742-2047.

Rooms for Rent $300/mo. + 1/3 util. for room in 3BR/2BA home 10 min. from Dwntn., the mall, campus. High speed internet, DISH network w/ starz & sports pkg., W/D, HVAC. Call (706) 201-3878.

Dashiell Cottages Inc. Move–in $75/wk.! (706) 850-0491. Small space, all amenities, WiFi. Enjoy our river community, 5 blocks to UGA. Enjoy the wildlife observation.

Mature student to share luxury condo at The Woodlands. Avail.

8/1. Beautiful grounds, sports mecca, pets fine. Conscientious land lady. $450/mo. (706) 7147600, madelinevandyck@gmail. com. k continued on next page

NOW LEASING!

1BR/1BA, LynnRock Apts. $490/ mo. w/ DW, water incl. Blocks from campus off Baxter St. Joiner Management, (706) 353-6868, or text “lynnrock” to 41513. www. joinermanagement.com.

Beacon Hill 3, 4 and 5 BR Contemporary Houses off MLK! Granite/Stainless in Kitchen • Hardwood/Concrete Floors Full Size W/D • Huge Closets • 1 Mile from Downtown • Pet Friendly!

706.543.1910

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www.LandmarkAthens.com Text “Landmark” to 47464 for info!

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Private Baths • Full size W/D included • On Bus Route • Pet Friendly

www.RiverOaksAthens.com info@RiverOaksAthens.com Text “Landmark” to 47464 for info!

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Avail. now! 2BR/1BA in historic Boulevard area. CHAC, W/D, back yd., pets OK. $850/mo. 1285 Boulevard. Call (706) 372-2548.

Wanting to buy I’m paying cash for coins! I’m a private collector & I pay more than pawn shops. Paying the most money for old coin dollars, halfdollars, quarters, dimes. (706) 247-3268.

For Sale Antiques Antiques & jewels sale! Antique furniture, estate jewelry, fine oil paintings, Persian rugs, silver, china, stained glass & more. Open 12-5 daily except Sun. & Mon. by chance or appt. (706) 340-3717.

290 N. Milledge Ave. Athens.

Antiques-jewels.com.

Businesses Exhausted bar owner looking to sell a great bar. Call (706) 2070086.

Electronics Flagpole subscriptions!

Perfect present for your buddy who moved out of town! $35 for 6 mo.s, $55 for 1 yr.! Call (706) 549-9523.

Furniture All new queen mattress set, $170.

Sofa & love-seat, $549. 5-piece bedroom set, $399. (706) 6128004.

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Misc. Services

Go to Agora! Cool & affordable!

Your favorite everything store!

Specializing in retro goods, antiques, fur niture, clothes, records & players plus more! 260 W. Clayton St., (706) 316-0130.

SmallHouseCreative.

Seriously high-end analog gear!

Seriously affordable! Mix, master & track in ProTools HD2 Accelbased recording studio on Athens’ Eastside. Feel the love! www. roomfiftythree.com.

Music

Services

Ready to revamp your resume? Renew your career?

Certified coach now meeting clients Dwntn. at WorkSpace Athens. 1-on-1 coaching, assistance w/ resumes/cover letters/grad. school applications.

Visit www.higheredcareercoach. com or call Sean, (706) 363-0539.

Instruction

Child Care

Athens School of Music.

Instruction in guitar, bass, drums, piano, voice, brass, woodwinds, strings, banjo, mandolin, fiddle & more. From beginner to expert.

Instrument repairs avail. Visit www.

AthensSchoolofMusic.com, (706) 543-5800.

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Music Services Athens’ best old school band. For weddings, reunions, frat. parties, etc. Playing classic mo-town, R & B, soul, & beach music. Call (706) 612-8842 or www.classiccitysoul. com.

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Fret Shop. Professional guitar repairs & modifications, setups, electronics, precision fretwork.

Previous clients incl. R.E.M., Widespread Panic, Cracker, Bob Mould, John Berry, Abbey Road Live!, Squat. (706) 549-1567.

W e d d i n g b a n d s . Q u a l i t y, professional bands. Weddings, parties. Rock, jazz, etc. Call Classic City Entertainment. (706) 549-1567. www.classiccityentertainment. com. Featuring The Magictones Athens’ premiere wedding & party band. www.themagictones.com.

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Cleaning How great would it be to have someone clean your home who actually cares about it? I clean green, I am child & pet friendly & care about your special needs.

Phone or text (706) 851-9087.

Email Nick@goodworld.biz.

Health Pregnant? Considering adoption?

Talk w/ caring agency specializing in matching bir thmothers w/ families nationwide. Living expenses paid. Call 24/7 Abby’s One True Gift Adoptions, (866) 413-6293 (AAN CAN).

Home and Garden Best priced, licensed plumber! 12 yrs. experience.

New construction, re-model, & repair. Free estimates in local area.

Senior citizen & 1st time customer discounts. If you’re interested in saving money, call Andrew, (706) 352-0891.

Pawn Need cash, get it here. Top dollar for scrap gold, firearms, & other items. GA Dawg Pawn, (706) 3530799. 4390B Atlanta Hwy, across from Sam’s Club.

Jobs Full-time Call center representative. Join established Athens company calling CEO’s & CFO’s of major corporations generating sales leads for technology companies. $9/hr. BOS Staffing, www.bostemps.com, (706) 353-3030.

Flagpole Classifieds are online at www.flagpole.com—day or night, rain or shine!

Hairstylist/Designer. Are you a talented hairstylist/designer looking for a friendly, professional, laid– back studio space? Strand has an opening for a self-motivated designer. We offer rent control, no contract, in a friendly, established, high traffic studio in 5 Pts. Contact Michael at (706) 549-8074. All inquiries confidential.

Looking for licensed, experienced hair stylist to work 32-40 hrs./ wk. Clientele a plus. Laid back, fun atmosphere. Email resume to rocketsalon@hotmail.com.

Live & work on a private island.

We are seeking a FT kitchen assistant to clean, serve & assist chefs as requested. Housing & meals provided. Email resume to Bonnie@LittleSSI.com. www.

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Massage Therapist. Opening for Urban Sanctuary Day Spa. FT position avail. for licensed massage therapist. Wonderful career opportunity. Pls. apply in person. (706) 613-3947.

Professional stylist wanted at new upscale salon in downtown Watkinsville. Call DiLusso, (706) 338-1872.

Republic Salon seeks FT front desk extraordinaire. Ideal candidate has upscale front desk experience, is client service oriented, a people person, friendly & outgoing. Drop off resume at 312 E Broad Street, 3rd floor (entrance on Jackson St.). No calls, please. For more regarding our award-winning salon, www.republicsalon.com.

Shenanigans Salon is now accepting applications for experienced hair stylists, clientele pref’d. Email resume to admin@ shenaniganssalon.com or present in person. 1037A Baxter St. (706) 548-1115.

Opportunities Reynolds Plantation is currently accepting online applications for the following positions: service assistant, foodrunner, pool bartender, cocktail server, server, banquet server, banquet houseman, banquet captain, line cook, steward, sous chef & lifeguard. For more information & to apply, please visit our website at www.reynoldsplantation.com.

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Vehicles Autos 1992 Mark III edition Chevy Van. 119,500 miles. Extended roof. New transmission, brakes, radiator, water pump, front tires & recent tune-up. $2600. (706) 589-5568.

2009 Toyota Prius, excellent condition, new tires, 31K, navigation, JBL Sound - $19,800.

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Sujata Gupta Winfield From her home office in the Five Points neighborhood, Sujata Gupta Winfield practices immigration law, providing a guiding light to would-be Georgians as they stumble through a bureaucratic labyrinth to become Americans. As an immigrant herself, she’s well aware of the dislocation and adversity one confronts when immersed in a foreign land.

In emigrating to the U.S., Winfield uprooted an identity firmly embedded in her home culture and family. While she still pines for her old home, she doesn’t regret the decision to relocate to Athens, a city that’s quite “conducive to friendship.”

André Gallant

Flagpole: What was growing up in Kolkata like?

Sujata Gupta Winfield: I grew up in a very large joint family—extended family, as you call it here—so when I was growing up there were 21 people at home, plus some staff. It was a relatively affluent life. I had a very wonderful childhood because it was so peopled. Whenever I returned home from an expedition, my heart would pound with excitement. But it was a conservative home, too. I wasn’t expected to have anything other than an arranged marriage; there was no dating. I studied philosophy in college… but the highlight of my college days was playing cricket. That was also my interaction with men. My grandfather didn’t allow me to got to university, so I studied Sanskrit poetry and French on my own time. I had no idea of having a career; that was simply a way out of the scheme of things.

So, I educated myself and that was the best I could hope for.

FP: What happened next?

SGW: My brother developed Hodgkin’s disease… and was whisked away to New York for treatment. It was devastating to all of us. That created the connection to America.

I would never have come here, or been sent here for studies, had my brother not been sick. [His treatment] turned out to take a year and a half.

I remember feeling completely shattered. I was 20-something. I started going to art school. My brother’s treatment was going fine. In the meantime, I was going to art class and that’s where I met my husband, Richard. My father told my mom, “Don’t let her go to art school. You know what she’s like; she’s going to fall in love with someone.” And she replied, “What are you worried about? She’s not going to marry an American.”

It was great hanging out in New York City with this great guy with red hair. At the end of year, I found myself incredibly attached to him. So, I told him, “If you ever think of marriage, I could consider it.” Something about New York so intrinsically changed me that I contemplated marriage to an American; that wasn’t part of my mental make-up.

FP: Why not?

SGW: In India, there was a slight disdain towards the white man; the post-colonial mentality, almost a racial type of a thing. But the color didn’t end up an issue.

FP: But you did go back to India?

SGW: I got back home, and he proposed to me over the phone. It took me several months to break the news to my mom, and six months more to break the news to my father.

Initially, they indulged me, thinking it was just a passing fancy; then they became pretty upset about it. But I came here and married Richard. He got a job here in Athens.

FP: What were your first impressions?

SGW: At first, I had trepidation about living in the South with the history and conservatism. It was 27 years ago. It was very small, hardly anything much. It was such a relief to be married, launched into real life: to cook big dinners and invite people over. I turned to studying law, which satisfied my intellectual interests as well as [my interest in] social justice.

FP: Did those initial fears bear out?

SGW: No, I never allowed myself to feel bad about being in Athens because I was so happy about who I had married. The one thing I was very particular about—it was almost a prenuptial—was that I wanted to go back to India every summer.

FP: What drew you to immigration law?

SGW: It draws you to a wide variety of people from a wide array of countries. Secondly, it’s challenging. Also, it’s really gratifying when you can fix people’s problems. My ambition was always to serve the disadvantaged, and I was doing that when I worked in employment law.

FP: Immigration, like many issues, often gets simplified in public discussion. Can you speak to some of the realities of immigrating to the U.S.?

SGW: It’s extremely difficult, in a certain sense. On the other hand, millions of people are coming in, so it’s not that hard, either; there are lots of rules and regulations you have to abide by.

You have to file for a visa, and each visa has a certain amount of time that you can stay here. You can finish your work and go back, extend your status or change your status to something else.

One of the main ways people become undocumented in this country is they come here legally and stay on after their duration has expired. There are quotas to get a green card, and there are more applicants than there are spaces, so you have a backlog. So, many people become undocumented while waiting in the backlog.

FP: So, the process creates undocumented immigrants?

SGW: Often, yes, or they are back home and a parent applies for them, but they have to wait so long that they just come over illegally. There was a pretty egregious law passed in 1996 and signed by President Clinton that stated, basically, that if you were unlawfully present in this country for more than six months and you return home, you can’t come back for three years; if you’ve been unlawfully present for more than one year, you can’t go back for 10 years.

Well, people just didn’t go back. This is what leads to really heartbreaking situations: people leaving their families behind, crossing the river, crossing the desert. Their parents fall sick, and they can’t go back and return, not legally. Any chance of getting a green card in the future gets messed up. Immigration law is based so much on family values, but these laws make it hard for families to be together.

FP: What caused that mix-up?

SGW: There are so many people who want to be here, and there is a perception about all the people crossing the borders, both north and south. There’s this feeling that we just can’t let people flood into this country.

There’s a racist bias as well, coming from the South, [against] the poor Latinos. Nobody thought this quite through; I don’t think they expected it to have this result of making people go underground. What’s going on around the nation, and in Georgia in particular, is a lack of compassion, of reason and judgment.

FP: How do you avoid getting burned out by your job?

SGW: Immigration law doesn’t allow time for anything else.

I would like some time to read. I have a home office, so I can work all the time. I have weekend appointments for all the construction workers and poultry workers who really can’t come in the daytime. If you don’t, you are eliminating a whole group of people, often the disadvantaged and the poor.

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