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I sometimes feel that I’m the only person in Athens who hasn’t been invited to a meeting with Selig Enterprises to hear about the plans for their proposed Walmart-plus development on the edge of downtown. That’s mainly because the press has been excluded from those meetings, although some of the press has been readily available to Selig when the developer wants to push its plans.

It is unusual in Athens for a development of this magnitude to progress this far without a meeting open to the press and the public. I believe that this oversight has contributed greatly to the difficulty our community has had in coming to grips with this project. I certainly understand the need for a big business deal to be negotiated exclusively among the parties whose money is involved, but there comes a point where the public has a need to know what is going on and how it affects our community.

As a journalist, I submit that a series of closed, private meetings is not the same as a public meeting, where we can all hear the facts together at the same time and respond to them in each other’s presence. When all we have is fragmented, small groups, we become like the blind men trying to describe the elephant: each focusing on a different part and having no patience with somebody else’s differing perception.

We have a tradition here of open public meetings to discuss big issues, though our most recent such experience, alas, is perhaps the exception that proves the rule. Many of the citizens who participated in last year’s public hearings on the Classic Center expansion came away feeling that they were just going through the motions with no possibility of making any We become like difference. the blind men Probably the closest paralto the Selig development, trying to describe lel though on a much smaller scale, the elephant. was the Eckerd chain’s proposal several years ago to locate one of its superstores in the center of Five Points. People rose up in opposition and in support of the two locally owned pharmacies already there. The Eckerd executives, counseled by Mayor Doc Eldridge, bravely attended a big public meeting, heard what the community was saying and graciously dropped their plans.

And the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility—we surely had some community discussions about that, because it was the federal government, and they were required to hold a series of open meetings. They got an earful and eventually went elsewhere. Nobody ever knew what part the public outcry played, but the government knew that, in spite of the open-arms welcome extended by the university, the local government and the chamber of commerce, now led by former Mayor Doc Eldridge: “If not this, what?”), not everybody wanted Athens dominated by a vast, secret facility manufacturing highly toxic materials on the banks of the Middle Oconee.

Further back, Athens Regional Medical Center had to confront the neighborhoods when it announced plans to tear down 50 homes along and around King Avenue. Even somebody as strong-willed as then-hospital CEO Jack Drew listened and heard what the public was saying and significantly curtailed the impact of the project.

And there was the famous time when an aroused citizenry forced the re-design of the Classic Center the first time around—an outcome everyone agrees was in the best interest of the community, though the re-design was opposed by the Classic Center Authority and most of the ACC Commission.

There’s no substitute for public meetings when the public interest is involved. Even without public meetings, though, Selig has heard from a lot of people, and the community has heard a lot from each other. (Doc’s all for it: see City Dope.)

The Selig/Walmart project is too damned big for the location, with unresolved impacts on traffic flow and connectivity to downtown and the surrounding neighborhoods. At the same time, most everybody agrees it would bring jobs and business and groceries and tax income from a large swath of property.

The process has advanced from general outcry to pinpointing specific problems with the Selig concept and design. One can only assume that Selig gives credence to these issues and is willing to address them. Public meetings would expedite the process.

Pete McCommons editor@flagpole.com

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city dope Athens News and Views Leveling the Field: Public discussion of Mike Mills’ unfortunate (and immediately the Walmart-anchored development Selig retracted) misstatement on an Atlanta radio Enterprises has proposed on the Armstrong & station that the development would displace Dobbs property was broadened significantly Weaver D’s, without so much as an allusion last week after the release of a song by an to the well-supported arguments of the all-star collection of Athens musicians that conspicuously reasonable Protect Downtown was carefully coordinated to draw attention Athens group. Eldridge does indeed prefer to the project. The legitimately beautiful to get his information directly from Selig: “After It’s Gone,” by Patterson Hood and the many of his facts and figures he cited were Downtown 13, appeared on the website www. cribbed straight from the company’s website. protectdowntownathens.com last Tuesday Given that the editorial explicitly functions evening, and by Wednesday afternoon media as the Chamber’s endorsement of a project for outlets across the region and the nation were which no actual plans have been submitted broadcasting and writing about a last-ditch for review, Eldridge’s total reliance on Selig’s effort by the people who have made Athens “information” and refusal to acknowledge famous to keep its most uniquely valuable critiques of the design based on apparent civic asset, its iconic downtown, from being noncompliance with zoning regulations is subjugated to the hegemonic grip of the troubling. world’s largest retailer.

If that sounds a little melodramatic, well, it’s supposed to. After months of trying to engage with Selig at the local level with no results more tangible than assurances that pedestrianfriendly revisions to one corner of the 65-foot Walmart parking deck were most surely being considered, it was definitely time for those concerned about the development’s incompatible design and scale to go big. Hood and the Truckers, and Mike Mills, and Todd and JB from Panic and the rest of them stepped up because it was obvious the loyal opposition was going to get steamrolled without some serious firepower to An Atlanta news crew got a quick shot outside the A&D property while in match Selig’s, and they town last Wednesday for a spot that featured a mid-day downtown perwere it. Now that there’s formance of “After It’s Gone” by Patterson Hood with members of Drive-By more than one heavyweight Truckers and Futurebirds. in the ring, let’s hope the developer will make more of its promise to “engage with Athens” than That’s been the main problem all along, a series of meetings with selected community and the single one all this community activmembers designed to make them comfortable ism has been most useful in addressing: with the project as planned and convince the treating of Selig’s self-interested perspecthem that that’s the only way it can possibly tive as objective, default truth. It’s only now, be completed. with that formulation finally breaking down, Because there really are very few of us who that we can begin to hope for everyone else’s don’t want to see the A&D property developed, interests to be given their proper standing in and Selig’s project, if the company would an honest discussion of how this very desiragree to compromise on things like conable but hugely impactful project can best nectivity and the scale of the anchor, would serve us all. So, in that spirit of cooperation, be about as close to the ideal use of that let’s echo the laudable sentiment with which land as we could hope for. Between the newly Doc closed his editorial: “We may come at it intensified spotlight and the increasing obvifrom different directions, but most of us want ousness that the design has some non-trivial what is best for this town that we love so hurdles to clear in order to comply with our much.” existing zoning and development standards (a case nicely laid out on the Protect Downtown Next on the Docket: News last week that a Athens site and compellingly expanded upon major redevelopment of the Athens Hardware

by Kevan Williams in this week’s Athens Rising property at downtown’s northeastern corner column), it would seem Selig should finally be is apparently in the works should serve as a motivated to stop pretending there’s only one reminder that the underdeveloped parcels at way for the project to happen and start talkthe edges of downtown remain valuable and ing seriously about ways it might be better attractive to investors, even with Athens’ integrated with its surroundings. finicky, progressive building and design codes.

Chamber of Commerce President Doc We fully imagine that whoever undertakes that Eldridge didn’t help that conversation along project will expect to be required to follow much with his presentation, in a Feb. 5 Athens those codes—and that they will still somehow Banner-Herald op-ed, of a false dichotomy expect it to be worth their time, effort and between “accurate information directly from money.

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city pages a project, it is less expensive than something more invasive, such as grading and pouring new curbs and gutters.”

The bike master plan became a project of the Office of Sustainability following requests from students to help the campus become more bike-friendly, Kirsche says. But, the projWith a little white paint, the intersection ect also looked at traffic flow for cars, buses of Baldwin Street and Sanford Drive recently and pedestrians coming through campus, as became a little more bicycle-friendly. well as the effect that more bike education The repainting gave bicyclists on the and safety can have on overall bike usage.

University of Georgia campus a lane that runs Erik Ladd, an associate landscape designer opposite vehicle traffic on Sanford Drive. It’s at Koons Environmental Design, which drew the first step in a much larger master plan up the plans, says it was also important to suggesting ways to integrate bicycle lanes get input from other groups, like BikeAthens, and other bike-friendly improvements across because Athens residents who bike to work, campus, a collaboration between UGA’s Office whether affiliated with the university or not, of Sustainability, the Office of University can come into contact with the UGA campus Architects, Koons Environmental Design and along their routes. Even he bikes through various bike advocacy groups in the area. campus on his way to work, from South Kevin Kirsche, director of the Office of Milledge to his office on Pulaski Street, Ladd Sustainability, expects to see finalized plans says. within a week. “Then,” he says, “we’ll take it “We felt that it was really appropriate to up the levels at UGA to get it officially recoglook at what had been going on, on the city’s nized. The next phases side of this, because are a more formal they have their own acknowledgment of the “It’s a really small community, bicycle master plan plan and figuring out going on,” Ladd says. and people who are biking the next steps and the “We were trying to logical order.” bridge the gap between through campus or through If and when it’s put what the school wants town, they are really the in place, the bike masto do and what the city ter plan will provide wants to do, because same people.” an overall look at how it’s a really small combicycles can connect munity, and people across campus, installing bike lanes, racks or who are biking through campus or through other amenities to increase the ease of cycling town, they are really the same people.” and encourage alternative transportation, At this point, Lumpkin Street and East Kirsche says. But these changes won’t be set Campus Road already have bike lanes. During into specific construction phases. Instead, the winter break, the lane and arrows were according to Kirsche and Scott Simpson with added to Sanford Drive to allow cyclists to the UGA architects, changes will come in travel opposite vehicles driving north on the conjunction with planned road improvement one-way street. But many other places— projects. For example, if a road identified on specifically intersections—are considered the master plan for a bike lane is due to be “conflict areas,” where bicycles, vehicles and repaved, the lane will be added as part of the pedestrians collide, so to speak. Some of the scheduled construction. Simpson says UGA campus plan’s next steps may include bike architects can work closely with the Physical lanes on Baldwin, Carlton and Cedar streets, Plant and Environmental Safety departments Kirsche says, and also connecting them with to determine upcoming road work where bike Sanford. That would allow greater ease of lanes could be implemented. movement across major corridors on campus.

“Re-striping [to accommodate a bike lane] “Intersections are always a challenge is inexpensive, but not free,” adds Simpson, because you have a number of people and the project manager for campus planning and cars and bikes going in different directions,” design. “So, while it would affect the cost of he explains. “We looked at a number of plans

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to give bikes more prominence and safer “I constantly try to remind everyone that conditions.” we all have got to interact in a closed, conBicycle education is also an important gested area, so we all need to slow down,” aspect of the plan. When students and comhe says. “But the campus is fairly open with munity members were surveyed, it became bicyclists, and we try to work with bicyclists clear that few knew all the rules of the road. on sidewalks because of their size… but if you UGA Police Chief Jimmy Williamson says offiare using a sidewalk, you need to be mindful cers could be found last semester on Sanford of pedestrians.”

Drive, handing out Kirsche says the information about safe Office of Sustainability cycling—not tickets— “We all have got to interact helped pay for the to cyclists riding the study because it fell in a closed, congested area, under the guidelines of wrong way down the street. so we all need to slow down.” UGA’s long-term sus“They were in containability plan. And flict with vehicular hopefully, he says, the traffic, and we had a number of complaints. study will be well received by the university, So, we put some officers there,” he recalls. offering an overall plan that welcomes more “Since that time, that section has been alternative transportation. repainted and relabeled.”

“This is something that will be impleWilliamson says the number-one complaint mented over time,” Kirsche says. “It provides he receives about bicyclists is that they are a road map and will help identify the key next not following the rules of traffic. Some weave steps in implementation, so when there is a between cars in traffic while others switch road improvement project, we’ll know this is from riding on the road to the sidewalk, cutthe right direction.” ting through an intersection at a red light by using crosswalks.

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In other states, voters are trying to decide whether Mitt Romney or Newt Gingrich or Ron Paul will be the Republican nominee for president. In Georgia, we are still trying to decide whether the incumbent president should even be allowed on the election ballot. Our state has become the latest arena for a bizarre argument that has been going on since Barack Obama first ran for president in 2008.

There are a group of people called “birthers” who believe that Obama is not a natural-born citizen and is not eligible either to run or serve as president. The evidence is overwhelming that Obama was born in Hawaii in 1961 and is fully eligible. Among the birthers, however, hope springs eternal. They have filed numerous legal actions at the federal and state level trying to find a judge who will agree with them that Obama is not a citizen.

Several local birthers filed complaints about Obama late last year with Secretary of State Brian Kemp, Georgia’s chief elections officer. Kemp forwarded the complaints to an administrative law judge for a hearing on whether Obama’s name should be on the ballot for the presidential preference primary on Mar. 6. Judge Michael Malihi held a hearing on Jan. 26 for the birthers and their attorneys, who include California lawyer Orly Taitz. Neither Obama nor his Georgia attorney, Michael Jablonski, bothered to show up.

“It is well established that there is no legitimate issue here—a conclusion validated time and again by courts around the country,” Jablonski wrote prior to the hearing.

That attitude did not sit well with Kemp, who warned Jablonski that if he and the president sat out the hearing, “you do so at your own peril.”

The hearing proceeded with Malihi taking testimony from assorted experts on forged birth certificates and bogus Social Security numbers. Exultant birthers were convinced that the judge would rule in their favor.

Late last week, the judge issued his findings: Obama is a natural-born citizen, and his name should remain on the Georgia ballot.

“The Court finds the testimony of the witnesses, as well as the exhibits tendered, to be of little, if any, probative value, and thus wholly insufficient to support Plaintiffs’ allegations,” Malihi said in his decision. That’s a polite way of telling the birthers: “You got nothing.”

You might think that the judge’s decision would be the end of the affair, but you would be mistaken. The secretary of state, as it turns out, still has a role to play in this.

There was a similar election law controversy back in 2000 when Randy Sauder, a Republican member of the Legislature, decided on the last day of qualifying that he would switch parties and run for another term as a Democrat. Republican Party officials said Sauder should not be allowed to run as a Democrat and high-powered legal counsel was brought in to argue the case: former attorney general Mike Bowers.

An administrative law judge held a hearing and recommended to the secretary of state, Cathy Cox, that Sauder’s name be taken off the ballot. Cox rejected the judge’s recommendation, however, and ruled that Sauder would be allowed to run as a Democrat.

The name of that administrative law judge was Michael Malihi.

The current secretary of state has the same authority to ignore Malihi’s latest finding, if he chooses, and declare that Obama’s name cannot appear on the presidential primary ballot in Georgia. If he does that, of course, a federal judge most likely will step in and overrule him, but Kemp still has that option.

Whichever way Kemp rules, he will have to act quickly. Mar. 6 will be here before you know it.

Tom Crawford tcrawford@gareport.com

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All this is on top of the absence of planning for Hickory Street’s required right-of-way through the site, as we covered last week. That street extension was on the 2005 version of the Transportation Corridor Concept Plan, which confirms the longstanding community priority it represents. The revised version of the Corridor Concept Plan from 2010 reaffirmed the requirements from the old map and added some new ones—including a Greenway spur not just along but through the A&D site.

Part of the former Athens Beltline, and historically linking “Protect Downtown Athens” has emerged as the latest group the upper level which will contain the retail space itself, there the Georgia Railroad and Central of Georgia Railroad tracks at to start a website and a public discussion of Selig’s downtown are no openings or architectural detailing of any kind. grade, the corridor would now link important bikeways. The Walmart project, opening a more thorough analysis of the Of course, Selig could try to accomplish its project without Firefly rail-to-trail would feed directly into campus via this development. In particular, they’ve effectively questioned the meeting the letter of the law through alternative compliance, spur, providing a safe bike route from the Eastside and a parkSelig narrative about the inevitability of the project. Selig’s but only if “the request would result in public benefits greater and-ride into one of the most heavily trafficked areas in the claims about compliance with code, in particular, are somethan any negative impacts.” That would be hard to claim, county. It also would link the city’s rail-to-trail and Greenway thing the group has shed much-needed light on. though, given its potential impacts on traffic—as well as on networks with rail-with-trail multi-use paths along East So, how exactly does the project measure up to Athenslocal small businesses, with so many studies demonstrating Campus Road. As we noted last week, removal of any corridors Clarke County’s downtown design standards? Let’s take a look that Walmart actually brings a net loss of jobs to communities. from that map would require Mayor and Commission approval. at a few pieces of the code, and see how With the Multi-Modal Transportation Center, they fit with Selig’s published drawings. the Jackson Street bus mall and five dif(You can read the county ordinances on your ferent major Greenway routes converging own at http://library.municode.com/index.a in the vicinity of this site, we just can’t spx?clientId=12400&stateId=10&stateName afford to allow Selig to cut any corners on =Georgia.) connectivity.

A few issues crop up immediately when This is a site that doesn’t just have to we look at the Downtown Design Standards handle one of these transportation modes, (found in Section 9-10-6) and compare but will need to be a hub for all of them those to Selig’s published renderings: in order to be effective. Allowing Selig to “Any structured parking shall have leasthrow in a plaza and some stairs as a subable and occupiable commercial or residential stitute for meaningful connectivity would uses between the property line and parking be setting the community up for problems at street level. These other uses shall extend down the road. Commissioners, when and if a minimum of 70 percent of the linear street this comes before them, need to stand by frontage of the structure.” what they committed to previously, rather Adding up the frontage represented in than allowing projections of new jobs and Selig’s Wilkerson and Oconee Street elevatax revenues, which are not as cut-and-dried tions, the big Walmart box, screened by a as they’re claimed to be, to woo them into sliver of office space, only hits about 40 shortsightedness. We need a well-scaled grid percent. of streets that can handle not just cars but “The primary public entrance of a building transit, too, and we need a well-connected shall face a street and be directly linked to bikeway network. If Selig were to follow the a public sidewalk. It shall be positioned no letter of the law and put these required cormore than five feet above the finished grade ridors in place, it would likely result in the at the front of the building.” sort of well-scaled development that many Athens-Clarke County has made its commitment to design guidelines like street-fronting retail space very clear, and It’s arguable that the internal circulation have been asking for. But, they’ve chosen to of the Selig shopping center, while it may be private developers should be held to the same standards. pretend those laws don’t exist, and we can’t street-like, isn’t actually a street, and mainly be expected just to follow along. serves as a drive that is the entrance to its parking facilities.

And, although GDOT-controlled Oconee Street has gotThe bottom line is that Selig has misrepresented the facts As presented, it certainly isn’t a public right-of-way, and it’d ten much of the attention with regard to traffic impacts, the surrounding this project consistently, and those we should be interesting if Selig asked the county to pay to maintain it project will still have to be evaluated for its effects on locally trust to vet their claims, both in the press and in our local as one. It is where the primary entrance is, though, and so controlled streets Wilkerson and East Broad. The traffic the government, have so far been all too willing or eager to let here again, Selig fails to comply with code. development would push onto those two-lane streets will be these inaccuracies stand. Our existing regulations pertaining “A minimum percentage of any wall facing a public street the subject of another level of local review—beyond the design to transportation, zoning and development consistently demshall be transparent glass”—in the case of the river area, 30 guidelines—that we should pay attention to. If it’s determined onstrate the importance we’ve placed on getting development percent on the ground floor and 20 percent for the upper floors. that those corridors can’t handle the projected traffic loads in this part of town right. We’ve got to get this one right.

There’s no glass whatsoever on the Wilkerson Street side of this project would bring, it may be another angle the commuSelig’s anchor building; just blank walls and parking bays. On nity can use when looking for a compromise with Selig.

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Winterville’s Tim Echols may be the most interesting man in Georgia politics. He is a theocrat whose proudest achievement is a school that teaches young religious fundamentalists how to grab the reins of governmental power. Yet his own chosen theocratic course led Echols to run for Public Service Commission, which, in addition to being among Georgia’s most obscure elected offices, is also one whose narrow purview allows for nothing that would resemble theocratic governing. Echols augments his religion with a decidedly more worldly free market fundamentalism, which seems to place him at direct odds with the Public Service Commission’s charter. Yet his capitalist zealotry has thus far done more to antagonize the corporations than the rest of us.

Echols’ theocratic intentions would make some Iranian mullahs blush. His life’s success is TeenPact, a “leadership school” whose “mission is to train youth to understand the political process” in order to rewrite the country’s laws to reflect the Bible’s “inerrant” and “infallible… authority.”

TeenPact teaches children from hardline Christian families how to run for office, work in campaigns and operate in the arcane world of legislating. The school also largely pulls from home-school families, so it’s got this borderline cult-y, sheltered-from-the-21st-century vibe: you know, the exact crowd you want writing your laws. Begun in the basement of the Georgia Capitol, the school has been successful, gathering a support team that reads like a Who’s Who of American Christian fundamentalism. TeenPact boasts classes in 38 states and thousands of graduates who probably know more than you and me about how to influence the political process from the inside.

In 2010, Echols entered electoral politics himself. If there’s a back door to governmental power, the Public Service Commission is the distant back gate you sneak through to catch sight of the back door. Unable thus far to find a way to use anti-gay fervor to generate electricity, Echols has nonetheless brought a different sort of extremism to the office as a “believer in the free market system” [emphasis ours]. The problem is that the commission’s entire raison d’être is to regulate industries—electricity, telecom and others—which by their very nature tend toward abuse, monopoly and market failure.

Due to the nature of the industry and its barriers to entry, there’s no such thing as a mom-and-pop electricity provider.

There is not, and cannot be, an electricity market; only a heavily state-regulated system. It’s been understood for some time that a free market for electricity, in which an unlimited number of individuals run power plants and string their own power lines down the street, is a quick way to start a statewide electrical fire. It requires a fundamental misunderstanding to suggest that a free market is at all appropriate in this industry.

However, it was his free market ideology that led Echols to buck fellow Republicans and become one of the loudest objectors to Georgia Power’s attempt to push substantial costs of a nuclear power plant onto current ratepayers who may never receive electricity from the plant, which continues to exist only in the abstract. Declaring himself free of financial relationships with the commission’s regulated industries, Echols condemned the 90 lobbyists hired by Georgia Power as a violation of the free market. Of course, the nuclear power free market envisioned by Echols means a privatized radioactive waste disposal market, in which firms compete to see who fails and who succeeds. What constitutes failure in the handling of nuclear waste, when each firm is trying to maximize profits—which is to say, minimize costs? Here’s hoping some second-rate BP is never allowed to get into the business of handling the most dangerous substances on Earth.

Echols’ free market fundamentalism is like that of Ron Paul: respectable but kind of terrifying. Principled politicians are refreshing and rare, and earnestness should always be welcomed in the ethical cesspool of politics, and there is in Echols a discernible core of internally consistent logic. It’s just that the logic depends on holy spirits and invisible hands.

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miscellany Get Your ATH Together Songs from the Heart: The Athens Folk Music box of Little Cuckoo’s truffles on Valentine’s & Dance Society’s fifth annual Sweetheart Day for $45 a person or $60 with wine pairDuets Hoot at the Melting Point on Monday, ings. Menu items include Apalachicola oysters, Feb. 13, 8–10 p.m., will showcase a lineup of steak frites, coq au vin and red wine risotto. eight couples comprised of local musicians, Visit www.heirloomathens.com or call (706) several of whom have never publicly played 354-7901 for the full menu and reservations… as a duo together. This year’s lineup includes Taste of India is also promising a romantic, Betsy Franck and Ivey Hughes, Kristen candle-lit three-course dinner of traditional Iskandrian and Brian Connell, Kimberly Indian fare for $49.95 per couple on Friday, and Brad Morgan, Emily Hearn and Michael Feb. 10 through Tuesday, Feb. 14. Visit www.

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Admission is free, and more information can Little Sweethearts: Kids can hand-print their be found at www.meltingpointathens.com. own Valentine’s Day cards under the guidThe following evening, on Tuesday, Feb. 14, ance of local printmaker Katherine Arcate at the Melting Point will host the sixth annual Treehouse Kid & Craft on Saturday, Feb. 11 Valentine’s Day dinner and evening with from 3-4 p.m. (ages 3–5) or 4–5 p.m. (ages jazz legend Francine Reed, who will sing 6–12). The cost of $15 for a one-hour session popular jazz standards from Ella Fitzgerald, or $25 for a two-hour session covers enough Billie Holiday and materials to create Etta James. For $145 a handful of unique per couple, guests valentines to hand will receive a fourout to classmates, course meal created friends or family.

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Valentine’s Clay Buffalo’s Southwest Day on Monday, Feb. Café will also host 13, from 9 a.m.–3 two separate shows p.m. Tiny potters to celebrate the can spend six hours holiday. On Saturday, working on various Feb. 11, Elvis will Cupid-inspired projtake the stage for ects. Call to register a Burning Love at (706) 355-3161…

Valentine’s Show, For dancing, musical and on Tuesday, Feb. chairs and kara14, local songwriter oke, children ages On Tuesday, Feb. 14, the Melting Point will host the sixth 6–12 are invited David Prince will annual Valentine’s Day dinner and evening with jazz perform an addito Hip-Hop Hearts legend Francine Reed. tional Valentine’s at Rocksprings Day show. Tickets Community Center are $10 for Elvis and $5 for David and are on Tuesday, Feb. 14 from 4:30–6:30 p.m. available at the door. Both concerts begin at Other activities include writing poetry, trading 7 p.m. and will have full menu and beverage valentines, making gifts and eating heartservice available. Call (706) 354-6655. shaped pizza. Participation costs $2, and parents can register their kids by calling (706) Love Your Plate: Several local restaurants 613-3603. will offer special dinners to couples this Valentine’s Day. The National will serve a Young at Heart: Over on the other side of the four-course prix-fixe meal on Tuesday, Feb. age spectrum, seniors have several oppor14 for $50 a person. The menu, created by tunities to meet up and enjoy the holiday Executive Chef Peter Dale, features grilled together. On Sunday, Feb. 12 at 4 p.m., Lay lamb chop, Kobe short rib, loup de mer, lobPark will host an evening of dancing, soft ster tail and Cornish hen entrée options as music and socializing at its annual Adult well as an appetizer, three tapas and a decaSweetheart Prom. Attendance costs $1 for dent dessert to share. For more information, ACC residents or $2 for non-residents, and call (706) 549-3450 or visit www.thenationalany questions can be directed to (706) 613restaurant.com… The new Donderos’ Kitchen 3596… Rocksprings Community Center will location at the State Botanical Garden will host a Valentine Heart to Heart Bingo event also offer a special Valentine’s dinner within a with refreshments and prizes from 10 a.m.–12 tropically themed landscape. For $70 per coup.m. on Monday, Feb. 13. Participation costs ple or $40 per person, guests can sample from $4; register by calling (706) 613-3603… Also a buffet menu of pork tenderloin medallions, on Monday is a Valentine’s Bridge Event and mushroom-stuffed chicken breast, roasted Luncheon at the Athens Community Council butternut squash strudel and many other on Aging, located at 135 Hoyt St. The lunch dishes. Guests are invited to bring their own and tournament costs $20 per person or $80 wine. For details on the menu and to make for a table, and spaces can be reserved by reservations, call (706) 542-6359… Heirloom calling (706) 540-6764.

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grub notes A New Farmhand The More Things Change, Pt. 1: Farm 255 (255 W. Washington St.) has been through several chefs since it opened six-and-ahalf years ago. It has moved a little more toward fine dining over the years, and it has continued to expand in various other ways as well, adding its wonderful Farm Cart, opening two locations of Farm Burger (neither in Athens) and playing with bar offerings and charcuterie. Whitney Otawka, who comes from Greyfield Inn on Cumberland Island most recently and a stint on “Top Chef,” is the latest to take the helm. And yet, no matter who’s running things in the kitchen, the product doesn’t vary a ton. The biggest reason for that is the restaurant’s farmcommitted focus. No foams, no really exotic ingredients—it’s firmly in the Alice Waters school of cooking, not the Thomas Keller one that likes to show off.

Otawka has redone the menu, although there are still familiar options, like the always solid burger, and it remains tightly curated, in terms of the number of choices. The “tastes” section at the top is a nice alternative or addition to appetizers, and the olives are good to snack on while you wait for your cooked food. “Cracklin’ hushpuppies” with local honey are a good idea, but they don’t exactly crackle. Fried stuff in general is an area of weakness. The flavors of all the things that go in the fryer are sound, but they tend to wilt more than crunch.

The “Farm salad,” with butterhead lettuce, beautiful grapefruit, shaved fennel, Spinning Spider feta, Marcona almonds and a cumin vinaigrette is delicate and intelligent, although it could be more balanced. If you manage to get everything in a bite, it works well, but that’s difficult to achieve, so you end up with mouthfuls that are too salty and others that are under-seasoned. …nestled in Many would suggest that the “Moonshine meatballs,” at $10 for a roasted garlic mini frying pan of three small meatballs polenta… nestled in roasted garlic polenta and sauced with a red onion agrodolce, are overpriced. They are not. Those meatballs are a perfect dish and well worth the price. They taste substantial and seriously chef-y, with lovely texture. You will want more bread to wipe the skillet clean. The fish and chips is clearly gussied up, and in a nice way, with a mustardy remoulade served in a small Ball jar on the side, but the fryer problems are evident here, too—a shame when the ingredients are good. It’s not a bad dish, but at $22, it should be better executed. The wine list is still among the best in town, although the whites tend to be served too cold and the reds too warm.

The atmosphere remains totally pleasant and low-key. Farm is still open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday, with new fried chicken suppers on Tuesdays.

The More Things Change, Pt. 2: The long time Butt Hutt BBQ (now at 480 Macon Hwy.) was closed on Baxter Street while renovating the Sudz Laundry down a few blocks was intolerable. Where could one go to get ribs of equal quality? Only to Statham or Lawrenceville. When Jot ‘Em Down closed, the Butt Hutt’s owners saw an opportunity and moved in, starting up business in what felt like no time.

What has changed, apart from ZIP code? There’s table service now, by cute waitresses. The menu is a little bigger, incorporating things like salads (really?). And there is significantly more parking. But no one has monkeyed with the essentials of the cue and the always excellent sides, which is darn good news. The parking lot, 100 percent big trucks until I pulled in, gives a clue that the restaurant remains serious about its pork.

The sauce could still use a little improvement, and the stew is merely pretty good, but nearly everything else is the best example of its kind in town. The potato salad, which is clearly not vegetarian, is good enough to eat a tub of. The ribs are succulent, smoked, not sauced ahead of time and pull right off the bone. The pork is moist, pulled, and does not need alteration. The chicken mull is reliably tasty. Both kinds of slaw (mayo and non) are zippy and good on a sandwich or off.

Butt Hutt, I’m so happy you’re back. Don’t leave me again.

The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner every day, closing at 6 p.m. on Sunday, does take-out and catering, takes credit cards and now even has BYOB, handily being located across the street from a liquor store. The renovated Baxter street store should still open at some point.

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film notebook News of Athens’ Cinema Scene Arty Farty: When 50/50 came out, it looked like one of those Hollywood comedies that I’d want to see: a character-driven, reasonably intelligent, more than halfway dramatically serious but still irreverent mainstream film with a talented, appealing cast and a director (Jonathan Levine) who’d risen from the indies (most notably, 2008’s The Wackness, which had its charms). In short, it was aimed at people more or less like me, who are fairly discerning moviegoers who still hold out plenty of hope that there’s quality left to be wrung out of traditional, popular approaches to filmmaking and are always happy to see the old formulas being used in novel ways and working well. There are a lot of us; like the main characters in 50/50, we’re mostly well-educated, live in cities and are open to creative or artistic pursuits—or at the very least, we’re not generally hostile to the idea of creating art.

I watched 50/50 on DVD last week, and I’m not going to go into too much detail about what works in it and what doesn’t; Derek Hill already did a nice job of that in these pages back in November. But I will say that, while I’m not surprised when a Kevin James film takes the position that artists are clueless, self-absorbed twerps and the things they produce are blatantly obtuse, pretentious nonsense, I am a little taken aback when a film with the assumed demographic constituency I described above goes as far out of its way as 50/50 does to make that point.

station, likes to do stories about things like where to find the best burger in town. GordonLevitt is working on a meaty story about a volcano in Hawaii, and he gets cancer.

So, yeah, maybe that’s the message: Lighten up! Seize the day! Live a little! Quit being smart! I don’t get it, but what I really want to know is, why am I supposed to?

than worth checking out, whether you’re a member of Athens’ Jewish community or not.

More Festivals and Series: The EcoFocus Film Festival is scheduled for Mar. 23–31, and has recently extended its deadline for sponsorships. If you’re someone who wants to help support a great, locally grown festival that’s dedicated to fostering awareness and action with regard to environmental issues, go to www.ecofocusfilmfest.org to see how you can help… Speak Out for Species is holding its 7th annual Animal Voices Film Festival Mondays at 7:30 p.m. this month in Rm. 102 of UGA’s Miller Learning Center. The Feb. 13 screening is A Fall From Freedom, a documentary about the captive whale and dolphin entertainment industry.

Find out more at www.sos.uga.edu/ filmfest… The next screening in the ICE-Vision series, Thursday, Feb. 9 at 8 p.m. in Rm. S150 of the UGA Lamar Dodd School of Art, is If…, Lindsay Anderson’s 1968 film about an armed uprising at a British boys’ school.

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n AJFF Returns: The 2012 Athens Jewish This film isn’t content to cast its requisite Film Festival begins this weekend with a shrew, Bryce Dallas Howard (the clueless, self-absorbed twerp who, for some reason, is gala opening at the Georgia Museum of Art at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, followed by the girlfriend of the cancer-stricken protagonist, Joseph Gordon-Levitt) as a particularly an 8 p.m. screening of The Yankles, David R. bad yet apparently professional painter. Nor does it stop at following Gordon-Levitt’s bromantic true love, Seth Rogen, to a gallery opening into which he has stumbled after a blonde, where the reg’lar guy guides us on a good-naturedly bemused tour of a bunch of inscrutably awful modern art. 50/50 isn’t done until Rogen and Gordon-Levitt have cathartically destroyed—with knives, a hatchet and a flame-throwing aerosol can—a horrifyingly ugly canvas the miscreant Howard has left behind when summarily dismissed by Gordon-Levitt.

As for Ciné: The next Bad Movie Maybe the malice toward art and Night, Wednesday, Feb. 15, will be artists is just a manifestation of The Yankles will open the Athens Jewish Film Festival Feb. 11 at the Beaks: The Movie, which series proGeorgia Museum of Art; the festival moves to the Morton Theatre after that. grammer Michael Baringer describes 50/50’s general disdain for taking what one does seriously. The only as a “silly killer birds disaster.” medical doctor given any real screen time in Brooks’ 2009 comedy about an on-the-outs I’m hooked… Don’t miss Let the Right One this film about the treatment of a potentially ballplayer who takes the helm of a baseball In director Tomas Alfredson’s Tinker Tailor terminal illness is an absurd caricature of calteam of orthodox yeshiva students. Ten more Soldier Spy, as well as Athens’ only theatrical lous detachment. Therapist-in-training Anna films (including a program of shorts) will runs of Shame (See Movie Pick, p. 13), Steve Kendrick is completely ineffectual when she be screened over the next three days at the McQueen’s sex-addiction drama with Michael tries to do her job by the book; it’s only when Morton Theatre; each film will be preceded Fassbender, and Aki Kaurismaki’s universally she becomes inappropriately involved with by a special introduction. You can get the full acclaimed Le Havre, all playing through Feb. Gordon-Levitt that she does him any good. schedule and lots more info at www.athensjff.

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

• indicates new review ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS: CHIPWRECKED (G) Come on, Fox! If you’re going to keep releasing new Chipmunks entries each holiday season, the least you can do is make a Christmas-themed movie featuring the furry trio’s classic holiday tunes.

Instead, Alvin, Simon, Theodore, the Chipettes and Dave (Jason Lee) start out on a cruise ship and wind up on a deserted island.

ANTWONE FISHER (PG-13) 2002.

Denzel Washington’s directorial debut tells the true story of a young African American navy man, Antwone Quenton “Fish” Fisher (Derek Luke), who must see a service psychiatrist, Dr. Jerome Davenport (Washington), after a violent outburst with a fellow crewman. During the sessions, Fisher reveals a troubled past and begins a quest to find the family he never knew. The script was written by the real Antwone Fisher. Part of the African Diaspora Film Festival.

THE ARTIST (PG-13) Films today do not come as precious or charming as Michel Hazanavicius’ silent, Golden Globe winning Oscar frontrunner. A silent film that is all about talking, The Artist of title refers to matinee idol George Valentin (Academy Award nominee Jean Dujardin, who absolutely must be a silent film star Hazanivicius recently thawed from ice), who finds it difficult to transition from silent films to talkies, unlike rising star Peppy Miller (Academy Award nominee Bérénice Bejo). But Miller has a crush on Valentin that predates her stardom and will do everything she can to help the despondent, one-time star. Like an unearthed gem, a long-lost silent relic, The Artist is at once wholly familiar yet completely foreign. Who knew a trifling eccentricity would wind up 2011’s most daring film?

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (G) 1991.

Disney rereleases the first animated feature to be nominated for a Best Picture Oscar using the fancy new 3D technology that is all the rage right now. Based on the classic fairy tale, Belle falls in love with Beast (voiced by Ice Castles’ heartthrob Robby Benson), who just so happens to be a cursed prince. The terrific voice cast includes Jerry Orbach, David Ogden Stiers and Angela Lansbury. Winner of two Academy Awards.

• BIG MIRACLE (PG-13) Do you like whales? What about Drew Barrymore?

Are sitcoms right up your alley? If you answered yes to any one of these queries, Big Miracle is for you! Based on a true story, this lighthearted family film recounts the time humanity combined to free a family of three gray whales from their Arctic ice prison. Cute actors like Barrymore, “The Office”’s John Krasinski and Kristen Bell keep Big Miracle appealing, as it goes through the inspirational paint-by-numbers plot. Successful TV director Ken Kwapis feels right at home, needlessly staging small screen theatrics on a big screen palette. Only one scene—the stunning shot of Drew Barrymore’s Greenpeace volunteer swimming with the whales—deserves a screen larger than a 40-inch flatscreen. I don’t mean this as an insult, but why isn’t Big Miracle a Hallmark production? No reason exists for this minor charmer to be a theatrical release.

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• CHRONICLE (PG-13) An out of nowhere genre success, Chronicle should find easy entry into the cult classic pantheon. Three high schoolers (Dane DeHaan, Alex Russell and “Friday Night Lights”’ Michael B. Jordan) stumble upon a mysterious cave and wind up with telekinetic powers. But, as Spider-Man teaches, “with great power comes great responsibility,” and not everyone can handle it.

As the teenagers’ powers grow, one becomes increasingly dangerous. What seems to be heading toward Carrie horror territory winds up being more of a supervillain origin story, and it’s brilliant.

CONTRABAND (R) How much cooler would this flick have been had it recounted the tale of Bill and Lance, two lonely, shirtless soldiers blasting their way to the Alien’s lair to the sounds of Cinemechanica?

Much, much cooler. Alas, Contraband is merely a standard, occasionally thrilling heist flick starring the “always reliable for this sort of action” Mark Wahlberg.

A DANGEROUS METHOD (R) Young psychiatrists Carl Jung and Sigmund Freud (Michael Fassbender and Viggo Mortensen, respectively) are working together to create a theory for what will become modern psychoanalysis.

A young patient (Keira Knightly) with a crippling mental disorder pulls Jung further from the influence of his mentor in this true, romantic thriller.

• THE DESCENDANTS (R) Is The Descendants the best film of last year?

If not, the bittersweet dramedy starring Academy Award nominee George Clooney is among the top two or three.

Filmmaker Alexander Payne sure took his time following up his 2004 Oscar winning smash, but the delay was worth it. After a tragic accident leaves his wife in a coma, lawyer and owner of the last parcel of virgin land in Hawaii Matt King (Clooney) struggles to raise his two daughters, come to peace with revelations about his dying wife and decide what to do with his important land.

EXTREMELY LOUD AND INCREDIBLY CLOSE (PG-13) This adaptation of the Jonathan Safran Foer novel could have devolved into Stage 4 Pay It Forward-level emotional manipulation. Instead, the 9/11 tearjerker, directed by three-time Academy Award nominee Stephen Daldry (Billy Elliot, The Hours and The Reader), only reaches Stage 2. Young Oskar Schell (“Jeopardy”’s Kids Week Champion Thomas Horn, making a striking acting debut) tries to make sense of his father’s death on 9/11.

A FALL FROM FREEDOM (NR) Part of the seventh annual Animal Voices Festival sponsored by Speak Out for Species, A Fall from Freedom looks at the captive whale and dolphin entertainment industry. The screening will include a discussion led by Lori Marino, Ph.D., Senior Lecturer in Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology at Emory University, where she is a leading researcher on intelligence and self-awareness in cetaceans such as dolphins, porpoises and whales. The work of this Research Associate with The Smithsonian Institution was featured in The Cove.

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THE GREY (R) January is ending; it must be time for another Liam Neeson actioner. The formerly acclaimed actor has almost completed his transformation into an Irish Denzel Washington, whose filmography is filling up with inconsequential paychecks jobs. At least Joe Carnahan (Narc, The A-Team) is writing and directing this tale of an Alaskan drilling team struggling to defeat a pack of wolves hunting them after their plane crashes in the wilderness.

HAYWIRE (R) The narrative goes a little haywire, leaving the impression that an expositional scene or two are missing, but the athletic, graceful action choreography skillfully executed

by MMA fighter and former American Gladiator Gina Carano and captured on camera by the always surprising Steven Soderbergh knocks out all its

JOYFUL NOISE (PG-13) You can almost hear the studio executive wheels turning for this godly “Glee” knockoff. A church choir from Small Town, GA heads to a national competition with new director, Vi Rose Hill (Queen Latifah), squaring off against G.G. Sparrow (Dolly Parton), the widow of the recently deceased former director (briefly and poorly played by Kris Kristofferson). Plenty of other minor melodramas engulf the group as they prepare some new numbers in order to win the national crown.

LE HAVRE (NR) Four-time Palme d’Or nominee Aki Kaurismaki (Drifting Clouds, The Man Without a Past and Lights in the Dusk) wrote and directed this comedic drama of an African boy (Blondin Miguel) and the aging shoe shiner (Andre Wilms) who takes him into his home in the port city of

Anybody wanna hear my Walmart song? current action competitors. Black ops agent Mallory Kane (Carano) is burned by the head of the private agency for which she works, a skeezy guy named Kenneth (well-played by Ewan McGregor). Mallory must clear her name, but who can she trust?

THE IRON LADY (PG-13) As a fan of all things British, The Iron Lady should have been more appealing to me, but the clumsy construction by director Phyllida Lloyd (Mamma Mia!) and writer Abi Morgan sink it. Meryl Streep may not be a revelation (she cannot be; the highest level of acting is expected of her), but her Golden Globe winning and sure to be Oscar nominated portrayal of Margaret Thatcher goes beyond mere impression. woefully short. Maggie would certainly not have approved.

JACK AND JILL (PG) Adam Sandler must have thought the fake movies from Funny People had real potential to have signed on for this pitiful comedy where he plays both Jack Sadelstein and his twin sister, Jill. They key to the entire one-joke movie is that Sandler makes an ugly woman. m JOURNEY 2: THE MYSTERIOUS ISLAND (PG) Sean Anderson (Josh Hutcherson, soon to be seen as Peeta in The Hunger Games franchise) teams up with his mom’s boyfriend (Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, taking over for Brendan Fraser) to find Sean’s grandfather (Michael Caine), who went missing searching for a mysterious island.

Journey to the Center of the Earth, the first loose adaptation of a Jules Verne novel wasn’t too painful, but director Brad Peyton was responsible for Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore.

With Vanessa Hudgens and Luis Guzman.

Le Havre. Kaurismaki won Cannes’ FIPRESCI Prize and was nominated for four European Film Awards (Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor and Best Screenwriter).

MAN ON A LEDGE (PG-13) Don’t confuse this crime thriller with the tremendous documentary Man on Wire. Sam Worthington stars as Nick Cassidy, a suicidal ex-con needing to be talked down by police psychologist Lydia Mercer (Elizabeth Banks). Oh, by the way, the biggest diamond heist, like, ever is going on at the same time.

Coincidence? This flick, whose trailers are woefully underwhelming, is director Asger Leth’s first fiction feature. The cast (Worthington, Banks, Jamie Bell, Edward Burns, Kyra Sedgwick, Anthony Mackie, William Sadler and Ed Harris) is good, though.

THE MUPPETS (PG) Gary (Jason Segel), his puppet brother Walter, and Gary’s longtime girlfriend, Mary (Amy Adams), travel to L.A., where they discover a plot to destroy the Muppet Theater by oil tycoon Tex Richman (Chris Cooper). Together, they help Kermit reunite the old gang—Fozzie, Miss Piggy, Gonzo, et al.—to put on a telethon in order to raise the money needed to buy back the property.

NEW YEAR’S EVE (PG-13) Almost every actor you could possibly recognize appears in the second, two-hour holiday party thrown by director Garry Marshall. (Scratch that. No Julia.) At least Valentine’s Day had a semblance to what normal people might expect on Feb. 14.

ONE FOR THE MONEY (PG-13) Janet Evanovich’s popular Stephanie Plum comes to the big screen. Newly divorced and unemployed, Plum (Katherine Heigl) takes a gig at her

cousin’s bail bond business. Her first assignment just happens to be a local cop and former flame (Jason O’Mara of “Terra Nova”). Will it be the start of a franchise for star Heigl, or more proof the public is over “Grey’s Anatomy”’s former It Girl? Director Julie Anne Robinson and most of the cast are prime-time players at best.

PARANORMAL ACTIVITY 3 (R) Consider PA3 the series’ origin story, revealing the footage, shot in 1988 by their mother’s boyfriend, Dennis, that explains why sisters Katie and Kristy continue to be haunted. Catfish filmmakers Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman, working from a script by Paranormal Activity 2’s Christopher Landon, up the action ante. Paranormal Activity is horror’s reigning franchise; it’s also the most consistent. If the first and second movies scared you, the third will do no different.

PUSS IN BOOTS (PG) Shrek’s fairy tale may have moved on to happily ever after, but Puss in Boots (v. Antonio Banderas) is still itching for a fight. His spinoff reveals the swordfighting antics that led up to Puss meeting up with Shrek and company. Naturally, this flick was once slated for a direct-to-DVD release; will the cat be able to match the ogre’s blockbuster results?

RAMPART (R) Oren Moverman (he scripted Todd Hayne’s Dylan biopic, I’m Not There) reteams with Woody Harrelson, who earned an Oscar nod for Moverman’s directorial debut, The Messenger, for a crime drama.

Harrelson plays Dave Brown, the last of the renegade cops, working to survive in 1999 Los Angeles. Harrelson not only reunites with his Messenger director, but also his costar, Ben Foster.

RED TAILS (PG-13) Red Tails, a pet project of Star Wars creator George Lucas, succeeds everywhere it should and fails nowhere that should surprise anyone. The valor of the Tuskegee Airmen is every bit as worthy of patriotic, big screen fanfare as the flyers of Pearl Harbor and the WWI-era Lafayette Escadrille in Flyboys, and their movie is every bit the equal of dramatic lightweight and action heavyweight.

SAFE HOUSE (R) I am so over Denzel Washington’s disappointing career choices. In his latest action flick, the most ill-used talent in Hollywood stars as CIA’s most wanted fugitive Tobin Frost, who goes on the run with a young CIA agent played by Ryan Reynolds, after their South African safe house is hit by mercenaries. Hope for this generic actioner again rest on the charisma of its stars and a sharp supporting cast (Vera Farmiga, Brendan Gleeson, Robert Patrick and Sam Shepard).

SHAME (NC-17) 2011. Michael Fassbender’s career ignited with Inglorious Basterds and X-Men: First Class. Now he shows some love for filmmaker Steve McQueen, who gave Fassbender a leading role in his award winning 2008 film, Hunger. In Shame, Fassbender plays a sex addict, whose carefully planned life is disrupted by a visit from his sister (Carey Mulligan).

STAR WARS: EPISODE I—THE PHANTOM MENACE (PG) 1999.

George Lucas brings the new trilogy back to the big screen in 3D. While resolving a trade dispute, Jedi Knight Qui-Gon Jinn (Liam Neeson) and his apprentice, Obi-Wan Kenobi (Ewan McGregor), meet future Darth

Vader, Anakin Skywalker (Jake Lloyd), and future mother of Luke and Leia, Queen Amidala (Natalie Portman).

Unfortunately, they also run into Jar Jar Binks. I’m a lifelong Star Wars fan, but is the draw of 3D enough to get me to pay to see what is arguably its weakest chapter again? Sadly, the answer is likely yes.

TINKER TAILOR SOLDIER SPY (R) The machinations Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, the new film from Let the Right One In’s Tomas Alfredson, may be a little too murky for its own good.

The filmmakers leave the viewer to believe there’s more to be worked out as a result of retired British spy George Smiley’s (an excellently restrained firsttime Academy Award nominee Gary Oldman) return to semi-active duty to uncover the identity of a mole amongst the highest echelons of MI6.

TROLL 2 (PG-13) 1990. I wish I had watched the “worst movie of all time” when I had the chance all those years ago on pay cable, but the awful synopsis and PG-13 rating kept me away like cinematic scarecrows. A family (led by Alabama dentist George Hardy) travel to the nearly empty town of NILBOG where the young boy (Best Worst Movie director Michael Paul Stephenson) runs afoul of the local goblin population.

THE TWILIGHT SAGA: BREAKING DAWN–PART 1 (PG-13) Stephenie Meyer’s extremely popular teen-vampromance took a surreal turn in the fourth book. Bella (Kristen Stewart) and Edward (Robert Pattinson) finally marry. On the honeymoon, Bella becomes pregnant with a thing that should not be. Now the Cullens are caught between the Quileute wolves and the ancient Volturi, both of whom are threatened by this unknown new adversary. I’ll be interested to see how director Bill Condon (Gods and Monsters) handles the book’s R-rated events (specifically, the baby’s bloody birth) in a PG-13 manner.

UNDERWORLD: AWAKENING (R) I’ve never understood why the Underworld movies are so underwhelming. Vampires versus werewolves, Kate Beckinsale in skin-tight black leather, Bill Nighy and Michael Sheen all should add up to a crazy awesome movie. Instead, the three previous Underworlds make great cures for insomnia.

THE VOW (PG-13) Nicholas Sparks didn’t write this romantic drama, but I’m sure he wishes he had. A young wife, Paige (Rachel McAdams of the best Sparks adaptation, The Notebook), suffers severe memory loss after a car accident. Her husband, Leo (Channing Tatum, of another Sparks adaptation, Dear John), must help her remember why they fell in love the first time.

Director Michael Sucsy won a Golden Globe and an Emmy for Grey Gardens.

WE BOUGHT A ZOO (PG) This movie just generates some odd feelings. A movie directed by Cameron Crowe and starring Matt Damon, Scarlett Johansson and Thomas Haden Church sounds like a serious winner, but then there’s the title. A dad (Damon) moves his family to Southern California to renovate a struggling zoo.

• THE WOMAN IN BLACK (PG-13) Harry Potter himself, Daniel Radcliffe, returns to the big screen for his first role since the epic story of the famed Boy Who Lived ended. Sporting tremendously manicured sideburns (the tiny fellow resembles a young Wolverine), Radcliffe stars as lawyer Arthur Kipps, a widower struggling to raise his young son. To save his job, Kipps must travel to a small, isolated village and tidy up the affairs at an abandoned old house. Like something out of Lovecraft, the locals aren’t very welcoming to this strange newcomer.

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movie pick I Don’t Want Your Love SHAME (NC-17) If you need more proof as of McQueen’s approach with a performance to why the Academy Awards can’t be taken that is tactile in its physicality and brutal seriously when discussing real artistic merit, humanity. He may play an emotionally cut-off look no further than the exclusion of Michael character, sex-addicted executive Brandon Fassbender from the Best Actor category for Sullivan, but there’s nothing inhibited or his role in Shame, director Steve McQueen’s too cerebral about Fassbender’s performance. second feature film. Although Fassbender is Carey Mulligan plays Brandon’s needy and probably best known to mainstream audiences chaotic sister Sissy. When she unexpectedly for his work as Magneto in the blockbuster arrives in New York City and disrupts Brandon’s X-Men: First Class and playing film critic/solclockwork regime of casual sexual encounters, dier Lt. Archie Hicox masturbation and porn in Quentin Tarantino’s watching, McQueen revisionist World War gives us hints about II anti-epic Inglourious their turbulent famBasterds, he’s been ily life and a possible carving out an impresincestuous relationsive reputation as one ship that has arguably of the finest actors helped shape Brandon’s working today from his inability to make any performances in smaller lasting relationships. films such as Hunger Where most directors (directed by McQueen), Michael Fassbender and Carey Mulligan would pad out the narFish Tank and Jane Eyre. rative with needless Fassbender’s work for McQueen shows bravery backstory, McQueen and co-screenwriter Abi for the craft of acting, reminiscent of Brando’s Morgan imply just enough to satisfy. virtuosic work in Last Tango in Paris, De Niro Shame is aggressively engaging even when in his career-defining roles for Scorsese (Taxi it’s plummeting into the depths of Brandon’s Driver, Raging Bull) and Daniel Day-Lewis’ in compulsion. It’s sometimes painful to watch, My Left Foot or There Will Be Blood. particularly in its last act, but also exhilaratThere’s nothing false about Fassbender ing because we’re observing two actors— in Shame. Even when McQueen methodically Fassbender and Mulligan—risking it all and implements stylistic distancing effects—e.g., succeeding. And that’s rare in this era of artisfilming Fassbender in unfashionably long takes tic reassurance and emotional timidity. or isolating him severely in the widescreen frame—the actor contrasts the coolness Derek Hill

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tracheotomy. The Brothers Bright—Wilkerson and songwriting partner Nick Kirk—are responsible for all the music featured in the boutique films produced by Whitestone Motion Pictures. This past December, with Wilkerson still in the early throes of recovery, the duo wrote and recorded a new song featured in the film Jack and the Dustbowl.

The track, a folk-ish Americana meditation titled “Around the Bend,” is available for $.99 on iTunes, and proceeds will go toward Wilkerson’s medical debt. For more info, please see www.billywilkerson.tumblr.com. Also, look for Flagpole’s feature on Wilkerson in an upcoming issue.

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I Got 99 Problems but a Beard Ain’t One: Local opposition to the proposed Walmartanchored development in downtown Athens got a major publicity boost last week with the release of the song “After It’s Gone.” Written

by Patterson Hood and performed by Hood & the Downtown 13 (Lera Lynn, Futurebirds, Mike Mills, David and Henry Barbe, Claire Campbell, Todd Nance, John Bell, John Neff, Brad Morgan and Jay Gonzalez), the song is an emotional and poignant plea in the tradition of Joni Mitchell’s “Big Yellow Taxi.” A video for the song was shot by Jason Thrasher, and the song made its live debut atop Wuxtry Records last Wednesday. This has helped spread news of the opposition further than any previous effort, and I tip my hat and say thanks to all involved. For more information and to watch the Thrasher music video, visit www.protectdowntownathens.com/after-its-gone.

Lemme Hold a Dollar: A fundraising drive is underway to assist Dacula, GA musician Billy Wilkerson with medical bills totaling almost one million dollars. Wilkerson, who writes and performs as one half of The Brothers Bright, was hit by a drunk driver last July, and since that time has spent 16 days in a coma, suffered traumatic brain damage, undergone multiple reconstructive surgeries and a

they take the stage at the Washington Street watering hole Friday, Feb. 10 at 8 p.m. The band previously played Flicker and AthFest.

The group is pretty accomplished at creating a pop-rock sound and declare their influences as ranging from The Beatles to The White Stripes. The two songs available online include a dark guitar number and an upbeat pianobased tune. My gut feeling is that their sound will eventually coalesce into one direction.

Composed of two sets of siblings—one set of which belongs to The B-52s’ Cindy Wilson— the band has been working with music teacher Mark Gallegos for the past few years, honing their skills. The show is free, and you can learn more at www.alreadytakenband.com.

Short Takes: Check out the six-song EP by Crun Pun located at www.crunpun.bandcamp.com.

It’s a witty and rockin’ burst of fresh punk that’s decently recorded… There’s a celebration happening at the Terrapin Brewery on Saturday, Feb. 11 for the opening of the new B-52s-themed Love Shack Bus Stop designed

by Dana Jo Cooley. The party will go from 5:30–7:30 p.m. with live performances by The Subliminator and Love Tractor… The deadline to submit your music for possible inclusion on this year’s AthFest compilation CD is midnight Wednesday, Feb. 15. You can now submit online via www.athfest.com/athfest2012-cd-submission-form.

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teve Aoki—lanky, longhaired and mustachioed in the style of Sax Rohmer’s Fu Manchu—bears all the visual subtly of an emoticon. It is exactly this signature look that has turned the DJ, producer and record label boss into something of an underground icon. Quintessentially hip, Aoki’s image is unmistakable although not quite ubiquitous—especially compared to his halfsister, the supermodel Devon Aoki. This may change soon. With the recent release of debut album Wonderland and a huge international tour underway, Aoki is primed for a mainstream crossover, whatever that means these days. He probably couldn’t care less.

“I don’t think this album is made for the radio, and if it gets played on the radio, it doesn’t bother me, either. It’s just a whole different world now, and you don’t need the radio to survive as an artist or to be successful touring,” Aoki says. “With this album, I’m speaking to my friends and to people who know my music and want to hear it.”

Regardless of what Aoki says about radio play, Wonderland is unabashedly a Marquis Who’s Who of Billboard top-radio ephemerals, featuring LMFAO, Lil John, Kid Cudi, Travis Barker and Rivers Cuomo, among many others.

Aoki’s music is unapologetically hard and in-your-face. “When I go to the studio and I write a club song, I write in the respect that I want people to lose their minds; I’m not trying to be subtle. I want people to be screaming at the top of their fucking lungs when they hear the drop,” Aoki says. Loud and decidedly of the maximalist school, an Aoki track mixes hypercolour electro synth stabs, dubstep bass drops and the sort of gaudy melodies you hear in trance and progressive house.

And although some in the electronic community have deemed his brand of electro “over,” Aoki doesn’t feel pigeonholed and appears to still love the genre that he helped define at its peak five years ago. “My music up to this point has been a really edgy kind of aggressive-sounding dance music—which, in my definition, that is electro. At the same time, I think with this album we’ll be showing a lot of different sides of my productions as well.”

Although Wonderland is his first fulllength, Aoki is no doubt a veteran in the game. Starting out at as a DJ and party promoter, he founded his record label, Dim Mak, in 1996. Since then, he has helped break artists like The Kills, Battles, MSTRKRFT, Bloc

Party, The Bloody Beetroots and many others in the United States. Producing his own music since 2006, his first “crossover” hit came in 2010 with his huge remix of Kid Cudi’s “Pursuit of Happiness.”

Among those in the L.A. DJ jet set, 34-year-old Aoki is probably the most multifaceted. You can call him a fashion designer (of Supra sneakers and KR3W apparel), a venture capitalist (of Sol Republic Headphones) or a videogame character (in the NBA 2K series).

“When I’m in L.A., I’m working on many projects, but obviously everything always revolves around my record label, Dim Mak.” In fact, you can probably call Aoki most anything; just please don’t call him a hipster (or question his authenticity).

“The whole concept of the hipster, people definitely put that thing on me, but the definition of a hipster is definitely not me.

That ‘over’ attitude? It is absolutely not in my vocabulary.” Aoki continues, “If I’m ever ‘over it’ I don’t even want to be a part of it.

If I ever really feel like ‘fuck DJing, DJing is fucking whack, these people suck,’ whatever, I’m not going to DJ. But I love it. I love the people that come to my shows; I sincerely love them. I look at them and I’m so incredibly happy that they come to see me play my songs… That’s the attitude that’s driven the album Wonderland, this tour and Dim Mak. It’s all love.”

Ultimately, the man who is known for pouring Grey Goose vodka down his fans’ throats at concerts doesn’t seem likely to stop his most iconic schtick anytime soon.

“I do that because [my fans] want it. I only pour vodka in people’s mouths that want it,” Aoki proclaims. “That’s why in my rider I have like 60 bottles. You know why? Because I want to hydrate my front of the crowd that is slammed against the barricade and they can’t get a drink and they won’t fucking leave because they are so fucking passionate about the fucking show. I want to make sure they’re having fun, and if they want a drink, I will fucking give them a drink myself.”

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Beyond, Beyond and Then Some

the B-52s celebrate their 35th anniversary “I can’t believe this is happening in Athens, GA!”

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hat’s what Teresa Randolph Ott screamed from her perch atop a fellow party-goer’s shoulders during The B-52s’ second public performance. It says a lot about the manic release of energy and tangible excitement of the cultural flashpoint that hit Athens in February, 1977. Ott had spent the previous summer in New York City, catching all the cool punk and no wave bands, but the dark mood of those scenes blanked out anything one might describe as “fun.” She had friends in Athens who were getting a band together who could really teach New York a thing or two.

Dana Downs and Ott shared a huge house on Pinecrest Drive in Athens known as the Jewish Country Club (which was in fact its former use). Ott says,“[It was] a magical place we found by accident when we were looking for a place to rent…

It was for sale, and the door was open. We went in and convinced the realtor to rent it to us.”

Downs reminisces about those days: “Because fun in Athens was perpetually self-created, there was a lot of focus on what was going on elsewhere.

Teresa had some high school friends that would come over and hang with us, and we’d play the latest new wave and punk music offerings from the big cities and the U.K.,“ she says. “[The not-yet B-52s members] Keith Strickland and Ricky Wilson would bring the latest records, and we’d all sit and reverently listen. We would drive to Atlanta to catch the Talking Heads, Elvis Costello and The Ramones, since very few national acts came to Athens.”

Then one day, the boys had an announcement. They were forming a band. All Downs and the rest of the crew knew was “Ricky would play guitar; Keith would drum; Ricky’s sister Cindy would be singing along with our friend Kate Pierson and Fred Schneider. They were calling themselves The B-52s.”

The band made its public debut on Valentine’s Day 1977 at Julia Stimpson’s green house on Milledge Avenue across from The Taco Stand. For art student Keith Bennett, that night changed everything.

Bennett’s memories of that night echo those of everyone else who attended. A four-string Mosrite guitar, reel-to-reel tape machine, a set of congas and a gong were in the front room of the house. People wore t-shirts with “B-52” written in Magic Marker ink. Barbie dolls hung from a chandelier. The band stepped from a behind a glittery curtain they’d rigged up and started off with the riff from “Peter Gunn.” Downs says, “The girls stepped out in giant white wigs, and Kate began to

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sing along with the music… Fred Schneider began his talking chant ‘She came from Planet Claire…’.”

Bennett was immediately enamored with Cindy. “In the middle of this unlikely lineup, I saw her… I was transfixed, frozen in the moment.” The feeling was mutual. The couple married in 1985.

The B-52s knew five songs, and when those were over and the crowd wanted more, they just played them all again exactly the same way. This was targeted art. When The Bs played the Jewish Country Club a week later, their audience had a least doubled.

“Our crowd was the artistic, musical, out-of-the norm crowd,” says Ott. “We liked to make a statement by dressing outrageously, and we liked to party. And not just ‘stand around a keg and get messed up’ party. We liked wild parties where anything could happen and often did… [That second show] was a night that was beyond-beyond and then some.”

Between the romance of history and the fact that “Athens” and “music scene” are now inseparable terms, it’s hard for anyone who wasn’t there to grasp what the Classic City was like in 1977. It was less than half as populated as now, and isolated.

The miniscule live music scene was a chuckle hut of college discos and hippie folk dumps hosting bad cover bands.

Maureen McLaughlin, the band’s first manager and friend to Schneider since 1972, says, “Downtown was dead after about six at night.

Many times I rode my bike down the middle of Clayton Street after dinner without encountering a single car.”

While the art party crowd was always itching for something—anything—to break the boredom, Athens itself was dealing with its own identity crisis. The town was in a race against the clock, struggling to improve conditions downtown rapidly to counter the business-draining mall development. Popular saloon owner Ted “T.K.” Harty was murdered that summer. Six days before The Bs first show, the fire department finally burned down legendary Athens brothel Effie’s.

There’s a tendency to attribute significance to mere coincidence, but things were changing around the time that spawned The B-52s. “A kind of grace descended upon Athens,” says McLaughlin. “We were all a part of a massive collaborative spirit where each person’s effort urged the next person on. We knew it could not last forever, but it lasted longer than any of us individually deserved.”

When asked for comment about the band’s anniversary, Fred Schneider replies with characteristic levity. “We always love playing Athens,” he says.“[There’s] so many great memories and great friends to see again—Hey, Ort! What crazy things are you collecting now?—[This time], I’ll have time to go to The Potter’s House and Wuxtry!” He makes it seem as if hardly any time has passed.

Every memory here could fill a book of its own, each with its own ordered recollection. What is shared is an unflinching thankfulness for having been present at the moment The B-52s dressed life in the youthful exuberance of thrift-store glamour and space-age fascination, then captured it in sound, creating the irrepressible heartbeat for the exuberance that has defined the Athens music scene ever since.

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Tuesday 7 EVENTS: New Belgium Beer Dinner (Heirloom Cafe and Fresh Market) Six beers, five courses.

Reservation required. 6–9 p.m. $60. www.heirloomathens.com EVENTS: Sustainability Film Series (UGA Rooker Hall) Screening Countdown to Zero, a film about the dangers of nuclear weapons. 7 p.m. FREE! 706-542-7068 ART: Opening Reception (ArtLand Gallery) For Meredith Lachin’s “Metrocard Project,” an exhibit featuring tiny representational paintings on recycled subway cards. 6 p.m.

FREE! www.chopsandhops.com PERFORMANCE: Open TOAD Comedy (Flicker Theatre & Bar) A unique open mic experience. The audience gets to pelt the performers who go over their six-minute time limit with foam rocks. 8 p.m. FREE! (performers), $5. www.myspace. com/flickerbar THEATRE: Armitage (Seney-Stovall Chapel) The University Theatre presents a gothic tale of time, space and grief. Feb. 7–11, 8 p.m. & Feb. 12, 2:30 p.m. $10. 706-542-5041 LECTURES & LIT.: “Let’s Talk About It!: Beyond Tolerance” (UGA Miller Learning Center, Room 213) Discussion about creating a community where tolerance is replaced with understanding. 6:30–8 p.m. FREE! jmiracle@uga.edu LECTURES & LIT.: Stuart Cofer (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Stuart Cofer of Cofer’s Home &

Garden will speak about camellias, a classic Southern shrub that was a 2011 Georgia Gold Medal winner. 7 p.m. FREE! 706-542-1244 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 p.m. FREE! www.locosgrill.com GAMES: Trivia (Shane’s Rib Shack, College Station) Every Tuesday! 7 p.m. 706-543-0050 GAMES: Trivia (Chango’s Asian Kitchen) Learn facts, eat noodles.

Every Tuesday. 7:30 p.m. FREE! 706546-0015 GAMES: Trivia with a Twist (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. 706-354-1515

Wednesday 8 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: Community HU Song (Lay Park) All are invited to sing together with the Eckankar community.

7 p.m. FREE! 706-310-9499, www. eckankar-ga.org EVENTS: Film Screening: Barbershop Punk (MadisonMorgan Cultural Center) Barbershop Punk examines the critical issues

surrounding the future of the American Internet and what it truly means to be “punk.” A discussion and reception with the filmmaker will follow. Part of the Southern Circuit of Independent Filmmakers. 7 p.m. $5. www.mmcc-arts.org ART: Tour at Two (Georgia Museum of Art) Meet docents in the lobby for a tour of highlights from the permanent collection. 2 p.m. FREE! www. georgiamuseum.org PERFORMANCE: Unchained Tour of Georgia (The Melting Point) Featuring readings and performances by Elna Baker, Peter Aguero, Joan Juliet Buck, playwright Edgar Oliver and more, with a musical performance by Shovels & Rope. 7:30 p.m. $15. www.theunchainedtour.org THEATRE: Armitage (Seney-Stovall Chapel) The University Theatre presents a gothic tale of time, space and grief. Feb. 7–11, 8 p.m. & Feb. 12, 2:30 p.m. $10. 706-542-5041 KIDSTUFF: Crawlers’ Playgroup (Full Bloom Center) For sitting and scooting babies and their parents.

10 a.m. $3. 706-353-3373, www. fullbloomparent.com KIDSTUFF: Full Bloom Storytime (Full Bloom Center) Interactive storytime. Open to all ages. 4 p.m. $3 (suggested donation). 706-3533373, www.fullbloomparent.com KIDSTUFF: Hearts for Heroes (Oconee County Library) Teens ages 11 to 18 are invited to decorate heart-shaped cookies to give to the Watkinsville Police Department. 6–8 p.m. FREE! 706-769-3950

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10:30 a.m. FREE! 706-795-5597 KIDSTUFF: Storytime (Oconee County Library) Enjoy a morning of stories, songs and crafts. For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers. 10 & 11 a.m. FREE! 706-769-3950 KIDSTUFF: Toddler Storytime (ACC Library) For children ages 18 months to 5 years. Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 9:30 & 10:30 a.m.

FREE! 706-613-3650 KIDSTUFF: Wildcard Wednesday (ACC Library) This week: Candy Kiss Rosebuds. For ages 11–18.

4–5 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650 LECTURES & LIT.: Apero Brown Bag Lecture (UGA Memorial Hall) Bantu D. Gross presents “How the Accusation of ‘Acting White’ Influences Leisure Preferences for African-American Youth.” 12:15 p.m.

FREE! 706-542-2102 LECTURES & LIT.: Darwin Day Lecture (UGA Biological Sciences Building, Room 404A) Wallace Marshall from the University of

California speaks about “How to Build a Cell.” 12:15 p.m. FREE! 706542-3966 LECTURES & LIT.: Live Reading (Ciné Bar Cafe) Stephen Graham Jones, author, reads selections from his work, followed by a Q&A. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenscine.com MEETINGS: Contigo Peru Information Session (UGA LACSI Building) Learn Spanish and volunteer to work in Trujillo City, Peru. 7 p.m. FREE! contigoperuspanish@ hotmail.com GAMES: Sports Trivia (Beef ‘O’ Brady’s) Test your sports knowledge every Wednesday night. 8:30 p.m.

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Thursday 9 EVENTS: African Diaspora Film Festival (UGA Miller Learning Center, Room 248) Denzel Washington’s directorial debut and the closing film of the festival, Antwone Fisher. 7 p.m. FREE! 706542-5157 EVENTS: Four Athens Mobile Testing Night (Four Athens) Four Athens, a local tech entrepreneur group, hosts its first mobile development night. Be a beta tester for Athens mobile development community and test out a mobile ordering app, an iPhone game and more. 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.fourathens.com/ services/events/demonight

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EVENTS: Student Night (Georgia Museum of Art) Join the Student Association of the Georgia Museum of Art for a night of food and fun.

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PERFORMANCE: Second Thursday Scholarship Concert: UGA Faculty Chamber Ensembles (UGA Hodgson Hall) Varied chamber music performed by the Faculty String Quartet, the Georgia Woodwind Quintet and the Georgia Brass Quintet. 8 p.m. FREE! 706-542-3331, aflurry@uga.edu THEATRE: Armitage (Seney-Stovall Chapel) The University Theatre presents a gothic tale of time, space and grief. Feb. 7–11, 8 p.m. & Feb. 12, 2:30 p.m. $10. 706-542-5041 OUTDOORS: Circle of Hikers (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Thursday morning nature hikes and readings from nature-inspired stories and poems. 9 a.m. FREE! 706542-6156, www.uga.edu/botgarden OUTDOORS: Star Gazer (Sandy Creek Park) Participants will see the conjunction of Venus and Uranus, the cloud belts of Jupiter, winter moon craters and the winter constellations. 6-8 p.m. $2. 706-613-3631 KIDSTUFF: Babies and Beasties Series (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Discover nature through hands-on activities, hikes and crafts. For children 18 months to 2 years old.

Thursdays, 10–10:45 a.m. $12. 706613-3615, www.athensclarkecounty. com/sandycreeknaturecenter KIDSTUFF: Big Kids Only!

Storytime (ACC Library) Children in 1st-4th grades are invited for stories. 4:30 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650 KIDSTUFF: Read to Rover (Oconee County Library) Readers in grades K–5 are invited to bring their favorite book and read aloud to a certified therapy dog. Trainer always present.

First come, first served. 3–4 p.m.

FREE! 706-769-3950 KIDSTUFF: Storytime (Avid Bookshop) All-ages storytime with a diverse selection of books.

Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. & Saturdays, 1 p.m. FREE! 706-352-2060 KIDSTUFF: Teen Cartoon Illustrators Club (Lyndon House Arts Center) Work on your favorite style of cartoon. Pizza and soda included! Every other Thursday.

Ages 12 & older. 5:30–7:30 p.m. $5.

706-613-3623 MEETINGS: New Mamas Group (Full Bloom Center) Meet other new moms and get non-judgmental support and reassurance. Babies welcome. 10 a.m. FREE! 706-353-3373, www.fullbloomparent.com GAMES: “Drink While You Think” (Gnat’s Landing) Trivia every Thursday! 7–9 p.m. www.gnatslanding.net GAMES: Trivia (The Volstead) Every Thursday! 7:30 p.m. FREE! 706354-5300 GAMES: Trivia with a Twist (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) Throw a lime in your Coors Light and compete! Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. 706354-1515

Friday 10 EVENTS: Athens Business Rocks Party (Nuçi’s Space) A silent auction and participant appreciation

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PERFORMANCE: Athens Cabaret Showgirls (Go Bar) A unique drag show featuring performances by local drag artists. 10 p.m. 706546-5609 PERFORMANCE: The Capitol Steps (UGA Hodgson Hall) A group of political satirists sing and dance to original songs about the eccentricities of both political parties. 8 p.m. $39. www.pac.uga.edu PERFORMANCE: Original Tribute to the Blues Brothers (The Classic Center) A night of music and comedy from Jake and Elwood Blues and the Bluettes. 8 p.m. $10–65. www.classiccenter.com THEATRE: Armitage (Seney-Stovall Chapel) The University Theatre presents a gothic tale of time, space and grief. Feb. 7–11, 8 p.m. & Feb. 12, 2:30 p.m. $10. 706-542-5041 THEATRE: Enchanted April (Town and Gown Players) An awardwinning play about four women on vacation in Italy. 8 p.m. $12–15. www.townandgownplayers.org 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: Kids’ Party (Whole: Mind. Body. Art.) Drop off the kids for dancing, games and many more stimulating activities. 6–8 p.m. $15, $10 (additional sibling). www.wholemindbodyart.com KIDSTUFF: Valentine’s Day Cookies and Crafts (Heirloom Cafe and Fresh Market) Kids will bake and decorate cookies and make crafts such as candy rings, cards and decorations. 3–4 p.m. $10. jessica@heirloomathens.com MEETINGS: Mom’s Time Out (Full Bloom Center) Bring a simple snack to share and get together with other moms. 7:30 p.m. $3. www. fullbloomparent.com MEETINGS: Open House (Athens Land Trust) Hear all about what ALT is doing in the neighborhood.

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Saturday 11 EVENTS: Athens Jewish Film Festival (Georgia Museum of Art) Opening night features a reception and dinner at 6:30 p.m. Screening of baseball comedy The Yankles at 8 p.m. $7, $35 (festival pass). www. athensjff.org EVENTS: Differently-Able BowlA-Thon (Showtime Bowling Center) Volunteers can enjoy a game of bowling while helping to raise awareness and resources for the differently-able. 12–4 p.m. info@ multiplechoices.us EVENTS: Love Shack Bus Stop Release Party (Terrapin Beer Co.) Athens artist Dana Jo Cooley recently completed an artistic interpretation of The B-52s’ “Love Shack” for the “You, Me & the Bus” artist competition. Come see the finished piece and hear live music from The Sublminators and Love Tractor.

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EVENTS: Really Really Free Market (Reese & Pope Park) No bartering, no trading. Simply bring unwanted items to give away or take what you want from others. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. FREE! 706-369-3144 EVENTS: Spawning Ground Music Workshop with Caroline Aiken (Wayfarer Music Hall, Monroe) Local singer/songwriter Caroline Aiken will lead a workshop for aspiring musicians, followed by an open-mic and live music from Caroline Aiken, Jamie Hood, John Marsh, Richie Jones and John Pagano. Call to register.

1–5 p.m. (workshop participant), 7-9 p.m. (open-mic), 9:30 p.m. (performance). $35 (workshop), $15 (workshop observer), $10 ( live music). 770-267-2035 EVENTS: West African Drum and Dance Workshop with Samba Diallo (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Athens) A drum and dance workshop with Samba Diallo, drummer and dancer from Cote d’Ivoire. 2–3:30 p.m. (drum class), 3:30–5 p.m. (dance class). $15 (drumming), $15 (dancing), $25 (both). 706-546-7914, www. uuathensga.org ART: Encaustic Demo (The Loft Art Supplies) Learn how to paint and collage with brilliantly pigmented hot wax. 2 p.m. FREE! www.loftartsupply.tumblr.com ART: Valentine Printing (Treehouse Kid and Craft) Make a hand-printed valentine. Feb. 9, 7:30 p.m., Feb. 11, 3 p.m. (ages 3–5) & 4 p.m. (ages 6–12) $15–20. 706-850-8226 PERFORMANCE: Aladdin, Jr. (Athens Academy) An all-ages production of Disney’s musical version of the Arabian Nights tale. 7:30 p.m. $2-5. 706-549-9225.

PERFORMANCE: Beta Burlesque (Go Bar) What a tease! Open-mic variety show hosted by Miss Effie.

10 p.m. 706-546-5609 PERFORMANCE: International Championship of Collegiate a Cappella (Morton Theatre) Varsity Vocals presents a night of a cappella with collegiate groups from all over the South competing for spots at the semi-final round. 7:30 p.m. $10–15. www.varsityvocals.com PERFORMANCE: Jazz Valentines at the Chapel (UGA Chapel) Join Classic City Jazz, UGA’s vocal and instrumental jazz ensemble, for jazz standards by Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Chick Corea and more. 8–11 p.m. FREE! (donations accepted).

THEATRE: Armitage (Seney-Stovall Chapel) The University Theatre presents a gothic tale of time, space and grief. Feb. 7–11, 8 p.m. & Feb. 12, 2:30 p.m. $10. 706-542-5041 THEATRE: Enchanted April (Town and Gown Players) An awardwinning play about four women on vacation in Italy. 8 p.m. $12–15. www.townandgownplayers.org OUTDOORS: Animal Encounters (Memorial Park) Meet some of Bear Hollow’s education ambasadors during a live animal presentation. 1:30 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3616 KIDSTUFF: Second Saturday Storytime (Sandy Creek Nature Center) Join the SCNC staff for stories about the woods and its resident creatures. 2:30–3 p.m. FREE! 706613-3615, www.athensclarkecounty. com/sandycreeknaturecenter KIDSTUFF: Storytime (Avid Bookshop) All-ages storytime with a diverse selection of books.

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706-850-8226 www.treehousekidandcraft.com MEETINGS: Athens Area Democrat Breakfast (Brett’s Casual American Restaurant) Featuring Carolyn Monden, Chair of the Latino Caucus of the Democrat Party of Georgia. 9 a.m. RSVP: 706247-3558

Sunday 12 EVENTS: Athens Jewish Film Festival (Morton Theatre) Screenings of Jewish Soldiers in Blue & Gray (1:30 p.m.), Movie Shorts (4 p.m.), The Roundup (6:15 p.m.) and Ahead of Time (8:30 p.m.). $7, $35 (festival pass). www. athensjff.org EVENTS: Chocolate and Tea Party (Whole: Mind. Body. Art.) Enjoy tea and locally made chocolates.

Proceeds benefit Athens Community Council on Aging. Pre-registration suggested. 5 p.m. $7. www.wholemindbodyart.com EVENTS: Film Screening (Madison-Morgan Cultural Center) Of the documentary Somebody Else, Somewhere Else: The Ray Andrews Story about the Georgia writer who participated in the Great Intellectual Migration of African Americans from the rural South to the urban North.

Q&A with the filmmaker to follow. 2 p.m. $5 (suggested donation). www. mmcc-arts.org EVENTS: Senior Sweetheart Prom (Lay Park) Whether you missed your high school prom or you just want to relive the magic, come out for dancing, music, refreshments and good company. 4 p.m. $1. 706-613-3596 ART: HeART Auction (St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church) Wine, hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction of art from Becky Akin, Claire Clements, Madeline Darnell and Sandra Schmidt. Proceeds benefit educational opportunities for women. 3–5 p.m. $15 (adv.), $18. 706-206-3533.

ART: Opening Reception (Kumquat Mae Bakery Café) For Greg Benson’s paintings, “Embracing Winter.”

Featuring live music from Between Naybors. 3–5 p.m. FREE! 706769-1105 THEATRE: Armitage (Seney-Stovall Chapel) The University Theatre presents a gothic tale of time, space and grief. Feb. 7–11, 8 p.m. & Feb. 12, 2:30 p.m. $10. 706-542-5041 THEATRE: Enchanted April (Town and Gown Players) An awardwinning play about four women on vacation in Italy. 8 p.m. $12–15. www.townandgownplayers.org 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! 706-613-3650 LECTURES & LIT.: Meet the Author (Avid Bookshop) Meet Ashley Callahan, author of Georgia Bellflowers: The Furniture of Henry Eugene Thomas. 4 p.m. FREE! 706352-2060 GAMES: Trivia (Buffalo’s Southwest Café) “Brewer’s Inquisition,” trivia hosted by Chris Brewer every Sunday night. 7 p.m. FREE! 706354-6655, www.buffaloscafe.com/ athens GAMES: Trivia (The Capital Room) Every Sunday! Hosted by Evan Delany (former Wild Wing trivia host). First place wins $50 and second place wins $25. 8 p.m. FREE! www.thecapitalroom.com GAMES: Trivia Sundays (Blind Pig Tavern) At the West Broad location. 6 p.m. 706-208-7979

Monday 13 EVENTS: Athens Jewish Film Festival (Morton Theatre) Screenings of Brothers (4 p.m.), Berlin ‘36 (6:15 p.m.) and Valentina’s Mother (8:30 p.m.). $7, $35 (festival pass). www.athensjff.org EVENTS: Screening: A Fall from Freedom (UGA Miller Learning Center, Room 102) A documentary exposing the controversial captive whale and dolphin entertainment business. 7:30 p.m. FREE! www.sos. uga.edu/filmfest EVENTS: Valentine’s Bridge Event and Luncheon (Athens Community Council on Aging, 135 Hoyt St.) Come celebrate the holiday with lunch and a bridge tournament.

11 a.m.–3:30 p.m. $20 (per person), $80 (per table). 706-540-6764 PERFORMANCE: Laugh for a Cure (Flicker Theatre & Bar) Three local comedians tell jokes to raise money for Peter’s Pals, a UGA org that raises awareness about MS. 8:30 p.m. $5. whitney.jinks@gmail.com KIDSTUFF: Bedtime Stories (ACC Library) Snuggle in your jammies and listen to stories. Every Monday.

7 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650 KIDSTUFF: Book Babies (Oconee County Library) Special storytime for young readers up to 23 months.

10:30 a.m. FREE! 706-769-3950 KIDSTUFF: Valentine’s Clay Day (Good Dirt) Spend the day making clay valentines. Bring a lunch, snack and water bottle. Ages 6 & up. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $55. www.gooddirt.net MEETINGS: 34th Annual Athens Human Rights Festival Planning Meeting (Nuçi’s Space) Open to anyone who would like to participate in planning. 7 p.m. FREE! www.athenshumanrightsfest.org GAMES: Rock and Roll Trivia (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Hosted

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Every Monday night. 8:30 p.m.

FREE! 706-850-1916 GAMES: Valentine Heart to Heart Bingo (Rocksprings Community Center & Park) A Valentine bash including refresments prizes and Bingo! Register. Ages 50 & older. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. $4. 706-613-3603

Tuesday 14 EVENTS: Athens Jewish Film Festival (Morton Theatre) Screenings of Half a Ton of Bronze (4 p.m.), Matchmaker (6:15 p.m.) and Surviving Hitler: A Love Story (8:30 p.m.). $7, $35 (festival pass). www.athensjff.org EVENTS: Name That Tune (Earth Fare Café) Teams will play three rounds of “Name That Tune.” Enjoy the discounted Earth Fare dinner menu as well. All ages. 4:30–7:30 p.m. FREE! www.boomersinathens. org EVENTS: The Screening: Forgetting Game (UGA Terrell Hall) Documentary film about the first person ever legally transported across the Berlin Wall in 1963.

12:30 p.m. FREE! www.forgettinggame.com PERFORMANCE: Emerson String Quartet (UGA Hodgson Hall) Performing the last quartets composed by Mozart, Haydn and Beethoven. 8 p.m. $37. www.pac. uga.edu PERFORMANCE: “The Sing Off” (UGA Tate Center) A cappella groups Committed and AfroBlue perform.

8 p.m. FREE! (students), $10–15. union@uga.edu

KIDSTUFF: Bears’ Birthday Party (Memorial Park) Celebrate D.J.’s, Athena’s and Yonah’s birthdays!

Make party hats, whack a pinata and watch the bears gobble birthday enrichment cakes. 4–5 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3616 KIDSTUFF: Hip-Hop Hearts (Rocksprings Community Center & Park) Kids can enjoy warm heart pizza, write poetry, trade valentines, sing karaoke and make presents for their parents. Ages 6–12. 4:30–6:30 p.m. $2. 706-613-3603 KIDSTUFF: Storytime (Oconee County Library) Enjoy a morning of stories, songs and crafts. For kids ages 2–5 and their caregivers. 10 & 11 a.m. FREE! 706-769-3950 KIDSTUFF: Toddler Storytime (ACC Library) For children ages 18 months to 5 years. Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 9:30 & 10:30 a.m.

FREE! 706-613-3650 LECTURES & LIT.: AfricanAmerican Authors Book Club (ACC Library) This month’s title is Silver Sparrow by Tayari Jones.

Newcomers welcome. 5 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3650 MEETINGS: Athens Fibercraft Guild (Lyndon House Arts Center) The Guild welcomes all amateur and professional fiber artists. Margaret Agner will hold a mini-workshop.

Every second Tuesday. 12:30 p.m.

FREE! 706-543-4319 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 p.m. FREE! www.locosgrill.com GAMES: Trivia (Shane’s Rib Shack, College Station) Every Tuesday! 7 p.m. 706-543-0050 GAMES: Trivia (Chango’s Asian Kitchen) Learn facts, eat noodles.

7:30 p.m. FREE! 706-546-0015 GAMES: Trivia with a Twist (Johnny’s New York Style Pizza) Throw a lime in your Coors Light and compete! Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. 706354-1515 * Advance Tickets Available

Live Music Tuesday 7 Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8:30 p.m. $5. www.hendershotscoffee. com IKE STUBBLEFIELD AND FRIENDS Soulful R&B artist Ike Stubblefield is a Hammond B3 virtuoso who cut his teeth backing Motown legends like the Four Tops, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye.

Every Tuesday!

Wednesday 8 The Bad Manor 8 p.m. $25 (GA), $35 (VIP). www.thebadmanor.com STEVE AOKI Internationally acclaimed electro house musician and founder of Dim Mak Records. See story on p. 16.

DATSIK DJ who combines original hip-hop beats with floor-shaking dubstep dance grooves.

FERAL YOUTH Banging electro house, dubstep, with a dash of top40 remixes backed by video projections. Opening up tonight.

ALVIN RISK Singer, songwriter and producer crafting electronica sounds.

Farm 255 8 p.m. FREE! www.farm255.com CALEB DARNELL Member of The Darnell Boys and Bellyache performs as part of Jazz Night.

DIAL INDICATORS Background sounds for dinner and cocktails.

This quiet jazz duo features Jeremy Roberts on guitar and George Davidson on tenor sax playing odd covers and improvising on familiar themes.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8:30 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar. com THE DICTATORTOTS These longtime Athenian chaos-cultivators stomp about and trash the night with postgrunge grooves.

THE HEAP Funky local indie-soul band based here in Athens with a killer horn section and fronted by Bryan Howard’s low, bass growl.

40 Watt Club “Music for a Better Athens.” 8 p.m. $5. www.40watt.com THE KNOCKOUTS Worldly melodies that draw on polka, bluegrass, Cajun and Irish folk music.

LOVE TRACTOR Athens on-againoff-again alt-rock favorites for 30 years.

SHEHEHE Punk back beats and indie gang vocals all overlaid with arena leads.

Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 ARGONAUTS No info available.

JEFFERS MORNING Rock trio from Athens. Fun, danceable power-chord pop/punk.

NATIVE KID Local indie band with a lo-fi sound and country undertones.

Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8 p.m. $3. www.hendershotscoffee.com HUMPDAY HOOKERS Ty Manning and Mark Durfield, both of The Bearfoot Hookers, will play an acoustic set at Hendershot’s every Wednesday night in February.

The Melting Point Terrapin Tuesday. 7 p.m. $5. www. meltingpointathens.com STRING THEORY Traditional, oldtime Appalachian music.

Little Kings Shuffle Club 6:30–8:30 p.m. $8 (includes drink from the bar). 706-369-3144 SALSA LESSONS Learn some Latin moves.

No Where Bar 9 p.m. FREE! 706-546-4742 SETH WINTERS A new addition to the Athens music scene, Winters plays poppy alt rock. He recently opened for Joan Osborne and Stockholm Syndrome.

The Melting Point “Unchained Tour of Georgia.” 7:30 p.m. $15. www.theunchainedtour.org SHOVELS & ROPE Cary Ann Hearst and Michael Trent playing “sloppy tonk” music.

WUOG 90.5FM 8 p.m. FREE! www.wuog.org “LIVE IN THE LOBBY” The Shoal Creek Stranglers will perform on the college radio station’s twice weekly program. Listen over the air, stream online or drop by the station to watch!

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

Porterhouse Grill 9 p.m. FREE! 706-369-0990 STEVE KEY AND FRIENDS Jazz for the after-dinner crowd.

Walker’s Coffee & Pub 706-543-1433 LIVE JAZZ Every Wednesday!

Featuring The Downstairs Jazz Quartet.

20% OFF ALL JEWELRY Now Through Valentine’s Day

Thursday 9 Caledonia Lounge 9:30 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18+) www. caledonialounge.com A VAN FULL OF BEARS No info available.

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

GREG MOYER Local songsmith plays strummed chords with sincere lyrics. Recommended for fans of Jack Johnson and the like.

THE ROTATING POINT SOURCE Experimental rock band featuring vocal harmonies, driving guitars and elements of dance, punk and indie rock.

WE LOVE YOU LONG TIME 706-369-7418 • 175 E. Clayton St. 11-8pm Mon-Sat • 12-6pm Sun

The Classic Center 8 p.m. $40–150. www.classiccenter. com THE B-52S The Classic Center is ready to shimmy as “The World’s Greatest Party Band” returns to its hometown for some movin’ and groovin’. See story on p. 17.

Farm 255 11 p.m. FREE! www.farm255.com SHOAL CREEK STRANGLERS Athens duo playing folk, bluegrass and blues.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8:30 p.m. FREE! www.flickertheatreandbar.com BOYCYCLE Brand-new local band featuring Andre Ducote, Ashley Floyd, Austin Williams and Bryson Blumenstock playing dreamy, inventive tunes driven by various percussive instruments and synth.

VESTIBULES Lyrically driven Americana with a gravelly, emotive frontman and a lively horn section accented by stand-up bass and pedal steel.

WOODFANGS The grungy, lo-fi psychedelic pop Athens band continues its residency at Flicker.

Georgia Theatre 8 p.m. $17. www.georgiatheatre.com NIC COWAN Atlanta singer-songwriter utilizes funk and ska styles to punctuate his inescapably catchy hooks and gruff, charming voice.

SISTER HAZEL Radio-friendly mid’90s college “alternatives” from Florida, known for chart-topping hits like “All For You.” Go Bar 10 p.m. FREE! 706-546-5609 DR. FRED’S KARAOKE Hosted by karaoke fanatic John “Dr. Fred” Bowers.

Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 9 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com OLD SKOOL TRIO The funky jazz combination of Jason Fuller, Carl Lindberg and Seth Hendershot.

Highwire Lounge 9 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge.com BORDERHOP FIVE Formerly a bluegrass trio, the group has added fiddle and banjo into the mix for a more rounded-out, high, lonesome sound.

Little Kings Shuffle Club 10 p.m. FREE! 706-369-3144 DJ EASY RIDER Spinning all your favorite jams from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s. k continued on next page

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wed·feb·8 a night of storytelling and music with the unchained tour with shovels & rope TIX $15

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The Melting Point 8:30 p.m. $5 (adv. & w/UGA ID), $7 (door). www.meltingpointathens.com ADAM KLEIN & THE WILDFIRES Local band playing a rustic blend of country, folk and Americana.

HAVE GUN WILL TRAVEL Infectious, sing-along choruses are the signature of this pop-y Americana act. Recommended for fans of The Avett Brothers and Old Crow Medicine Show.

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

No Where Bar 10 p.m. $3. 706-546-4742 BACK CITY WOODS An alt-country band, twisted with an Americana feel and an upbeat mix of guitar, fiddle, piano and bass.

BURNING ANGELS Local act that plays Americana soul. Featuring Natalie Garcia on vocals and guitar, Mark Cunningham on vocals, guitar and dobro, Josh Westbrook on drums.

The Office Lounge 8:30 p.m. FREE! 706-546-0840 BLUES NIGHT The Shadow Executives host an open blues jam, kicking it off with a set of their own originals. Sign up at 8 p.m.

WUOG 90.5FM 8 p.m. FREE! www.wuog.org “LIVE IN THE LOBBY” John French and the Bastilles will perform on the college radio station’s twice weekly program. Listen over the air, stream online or drop by the station to watch!

Friday 10 The Bad Manor “Feral Friday.” 9 p.m. FREE! (21+), $5 (18+ before 11 p.m.), $10 (18+ after 11 p.m.). www.thebadmanor.com FERAL YOUTH Banging electro house, dubstep, with a dash of top40 remixes backed by video projections. Every Friday at Bad Manor!

Caledonia Lounge 10 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18+) www.caledonialounge.com MAD AXES “Pro-Life Suicide Rap.” Influences include: MIA, KMD, BDP, WTC, NWA, CCR, EPMD, Run-DMC and Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers.

MUUY BIIEN Featuring members of Green Gerry’s Gellyphish, expect ambient audio experimentation.

THE PLAGUE Dark and visceral rock and roll.

SHEHEHE Vanguards of New American Jet Rock. Punk back beats and indie gang vocals all overlaid with arena leads.

Farm 255 11:30 p.m. FREE! www.farm255.com THE FABULOUS SLEEPING FRIENDS Playing R&B and rock and roll hits of the ‘50s and ‘60s.

THE HUMMS Local three-piece known for its loud and bizarre shows and a raunchy, grooving blend of psychedelic garage rock.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 8:30 p.m. $2. www.flickertheatreandbar. com CJ BOYD Ambient and experimental sounds mix with electric bass and harmonica to create a multi-layered ethereal musical experience.

LOS MEESFITS Local band offers Cuban salsa covers of classic Misfits tunes.

MAXIMUM BUSYMUSCLE Local tech-metal trio.

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40 Watt Club 8 p.m. SOLD OUT! www.40watt.com ANDREW, SCOTT & LAURA A trio of E6-ers known for their work with Elf Power, The Gerbils and many other inventive pop groups.

JEFF MANGUM Enigmatic frontman of Neutral Milk Hotel returns to Athens for his first show in over 10 years. See Calendar Pick on p. 21.

Georgia Theatre 8 p.m. $10. www.georgiatheatre.com ABBEY ROAD LIVE! A start-to-finish performance of The Beatles’ Abbey Road and tosses in other highenergy, later-era Beatles rockers.

The Globe Southern Vision Presents. 10 p.m. $5.

706-353-4721 BIG EYES Femal-fronted power-pop.

DEAD DOG Local band delivers frenetic, spunky lo-fi punk with a pop smile.

KATER MASS Local melodic punk band influenced by acts like Propagandhi and Fugazi.

SHAVED CHRIST Local punk band featuring members of American Cheeseburger, Witches, Dark Meat and Hot New Mexicans.

Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 DJ MAHOGANY & DJ WILL STEPHENSON WUOG’s Will Stephenson teams up with Mahogany for a night of funky soul and dance hits.

Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 6–8 p.m. $3. www.hendershotscoffee. com LUKAS FUND BENEFIT Open mic night for middle and high schoolage performers. Pre-registered participants will each perform 2–3 songs. Lukas Fund benefits infants in neontal intensive care.

8–10:30 p.m. $5. www.hendershotscoffee.com GRASSVILLE These guys offer an original bent on contemporary bluegrass.

Highwire Lounge “Friday Night Jazz.” 8 p.m. FREE! www. highwirelounge.com RAND LINES Original compositions of pianist Rand Lines with drummer Ben Williams and bassist Mike Beshara.

Little Kings Shuffle Club 10 p.m. 706-369-3144 GUMSHOE New project from Andy Dixon (Sweet Tooth Simpleton).

Though still folky, these songs cover themes ranging from love and murder to drugs and zombies.

IN THE LURCH Local three-piece that cranks out crunchy guitar riffs and sinister basslines, citing Primus and Tool as influences.

THE STARTER KITS This local band sounds a bit like a Southern Elvis Costello with a slight punk snarl.

Max 8 p.m. 706-254-3392 ALREADY TAKEN With band members ranging in age from 11 to 15, these young rockers will impress you with the maturity of their songwriting. Already Taken’s set includes nine original tunes.

The Melting Point 8 p.m. $10 (adv), $30 (table for 2), $60 (table for 4), $12 (door). www. meltingpointathens.com GRAINS OF SAND This cover band performs classic Motown, soul and R&B hits from the ‘60s and ‘70s.

New Earth Music Hall 9 p.m. $5. www.newearthmusichall. com AUDIOFLUX This indie band from Denver plays hardcore metal with undertones of electronica.

CHARLIE P Dubstep artist from Atlanta.

D:RC The latest in global club sounds ranging from dubstep, U.K. funky to electro and bassline.

ORGANIC VARIANCE This Atlantabased DJ plays original electronic songs and dubstep remixes of bands such as Depeche Mode and FLT RSK. No Where Bar 10 p.m. $2. 706-546-4742 BRETT MOSLEY Singer/songwriter playing unique folk and blues using a Dobro and a stompboard.

The Office Lounge “Huge Fundraiser.” 7 p.m. $5 (benefits Circle Ensemble Theatre). 706546-0840 LAUREN LIEU Young vocalist and former School of Rock member.

(7:30 p.m.)

CAROLINE AIKEN Renowned acoustic folk artist Caroline Aiken shared the stage with the Indigo Girls for some time. Her soulful voice purrs and growls the blues over bright finger-picking. (9:30 p.m.)

SEAN ARINGTON Rip-your-heart-out acoustic pop originals and covers from Athenian singer/songwriter formerly of bands Big Atomic and One Big Eye. (10 p.m.)

THE BROS MARLER Twin guitar siblings Daniel and Drew Marler perform original compositions of rock, R&B and blues standards as an acoustic duo. (12:45 a.m.)

CARLA LEFEVER AND POPCORN SUTTON A blend of high-energy pop in a groovy rock and roll sound.

(1:15 a.m.)

DODD FERRELLE Former Tinfoil Stars frontman and longtime Athenian Dodd Ferrelle pours heart and soul into his sweeping, anthemic ballads and alt-country rockers. With special guests Noel and David Blackmon. (8 p.m.)

EDDIE GLIKEN Percussionist who most often plays locally with funky electronica band SursieVision.

(12:15 a.m.)

HOBOHEMIANS Local four-piece playing a mix of proto-jazz, blues and folk music of the 1910s, ‘20s and ‘30s. (8:45 p.m.)

JOHN KEANE, RACHEL O’NEAL, NATHAN SHEPHARD New collaboration featuring three of Athens favorite singer-songwriters and multi-instrumentalists. (11:30 p.m.)

MRJORDANMRTONKS Two of Athens’ favorite pickers, Tommy Jordan (String Theory) and William Tonks (Barbara Cue), will perform a mix of bluegrass, Americana and folk tunes. (11 p.m.)

STRING THEORY Traditional, oldtime Appalachian music. (10:30 p.m.)

JOE WILLEY Local multi-instrumentalist will be joined by Fiona Sheehan. Their set includes a cover of “Plane Wreck at Los Gatos” performed Joan Baez-style. (7 p.m.)

The Volstead 11 p.m.–2 a.m. 706-354-5300 DJ SIFI This DJ’s selection runs the gamut from rap and hip-hop to rock and country. Every Friday and Saturday.

Saturday 11 Amici Italian Café 11 p.m. FREE! 706-353-0000 HOTT WITH HARRY LEGGS Highenergy Southern rock and roll.

The Bad Manor 9 p.m. www.thebadmanor.com DJ RX Mixing rock, rap, dubstep and top hits synced to music videos on the big screen.

Buffalo’s Southwest Café 7 p.m. $10. 706-354-6655 ELVIS’ BURNING LOVE VALENTINE’S SHOW A romantic night with The King. Elvis returns to sing all your favorites. Backed by a live band, you won’t see a better impersonator than this!

Caledonia Lounge 10 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18+) www.caledonialounge.com JAKE MOWRER QUARTET Local jazz ensemble featuring Mower on guitar with Brent Weber on sax, Jason Royer on bass and Paul Chambers on percussion.

MAGIC MISSILE Jake Mosely’s main songwriting vehicle for pop songs about the periodic table of the elements and other quirky topics. Musically influenced by acts like Guided by Voices and Teenage Fanclub.

SLEEPY EYE GIANT Indie pop from Charleston with some shoegaze tendencies.

Farm 255 11:30 p.m. FREE! www.farm255.com CIRCUS D’ATHENA New band featuring members of Ice Cream Socialists.

NATURAL CHILD Rock and roll trio from Nashville with a classic, bluesy “Stones meets Zeppelin” sound.

PRETTY BIRD Heavy on percussion and tribal-style hollering/chanting/ panting, expect an avant-garde performance.

Flicker Theatre & Bar 3 p.m. Early show! www.flickertheatreandbar.com LIKE TOTALLY Jenny Woodward’s cartoony, “kindie” band playing tunes for both for kids and tweeminded adults.

7–10 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar.com SONGWRITERS IN THE ROUND Local musicians share stories and songs.

10:30 p.m. $6. www.flickertheatreandbar.com JOYSCOUT An Indie trio with a sultry and folk-style blend.

SANS ABRI An intimate Americana sound with experimental elements blended into an acoustic set.

40 Watt Club 8 p.m. SOLD OUT! www.40watt.com ANDREW, SCOTT & LAURA A trio of E6-ers known for their work with Elf Power, The Gerbils and many other inventive pop groups.

JEFF MANGUM Enigmatic frontman of Neutral Milk Hotel returns to Athens for his first show in over 10 years. The second of two performances. See Calendar Pick on p. 21.

Georgia Theatre 8 p.m. $25. www.georgiatheatre.com KENOSHA KID The new originals spark like Booker T & the MG’s mixed with 20th-century harmony, and will appeal to indie noise rockers and jam-band fans alike.

MEDESKI MARTIN & WOOD Celebrated from trio from New York playing a fusion of jazz, funk and “avant-noise.”

Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 TWIN POWERS DJ Dan Geller (Gold Party, The Agenda) and friends spin late-night glam rock, new wave, Top 40, punk and Britpop. Dance party follows the burlesque show!

Cory Greenwell

Friday and Saturday, February 10 & 11

Jeff Mangum, Andrew, Scott and Laura 40 Watt Club Jeff Mangum is back in Athens. For a long time, that was a sentence I never expected to write. For those who witnessed the Jeff Mangum heyday of Neutral Milk Hotel and the Elephant 6 Collective, it’s a chance to revisit a relatively recent but fast-dissolving moment in time via Mangum’s iconic, beloved and, at times, magical songs. For those who arrived in Athens more recently, it is a long-hoped-for gift: an opportunity to experience that magic for the first time. And so, joined by fellow E6-ers Andrew Rieger, Laura Carter and Scott Spillane, Mangum will deliver his peculiar brand of damaged, milky-eyed folk with all the soul-bruising sincerity and heart-on-sleeve conviction that makes him such a singular artist. A man of notoriously few words, Mangum handed this interview off to Spillane, a man of only slightly more.

“I spent the day driving back from North Carolina,” he begins, gruff and straightforward. “Andrew, Laura and I went up to play a show with Jeff. I don’t know [what it means for us to be playing in Athens again], but it should be fun. It’s been a while.”

That kind of casually massive understatement would come to characterize Spillane as he further described the players’ reunion thus far. “We’ve basically been serving as an opening band,” he explains. “Jeff plays about 90 percent of the show solo, and we each join him for a song here and there. Andrew and I have new songs we’ve been playing, and Jeff’s been doing ‘Little Birds,’ which was recorded in Athens but isn’t on a major record. Otherwise, it’s been all stuff from his albums.”

As for the future, Spillane says, “We’re headed to the U.K. soon [with Jeff]—Olivia Tremor Control, Music Tapes and Elf Power—doing the Holiday Surprise tour again, but I can’t say for certain yet who all will be involved. I don’t know what Jeff’s got planned after this tour, but he’s booked up for quite a while now.”

As I bid Spillane farewell, my mind already abuzz with thoughts of his rusty, trusty trumpet co-mingling with singing saw, accordion and Mangum’s creaky upper register, all I could think was: it’s about damn time. [David Fitzgerald]

Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 9 p.m. www.hendershotscoffee.com SONGWRITER SPECTACULAR Featuring Michael Bowman, Justin Evans and Matthew Williams.

Little Kings Shuffle Club Zombie Prom. 10 p.m. $3. 706-3693144 CHAMBER MUSIC The undead just wanna have fun! DJ Chamber Music proved to Flagpole he knows a thing or two about raising the dead… or at least getting folks to dance, when he created a Zombie-themed Mixtape for us in October.

GNARX OF THE LIVING DEAD Howling bluesy punk featuring the fierce growl of Chelsea Ray Lea, Christopher Ingham on guitar and Dain Marx on drums… except, this time performing as zombies.

IN THE LURCH Local three-piece that cranks out crunchy guitar riffs and sinister basslines, citing Primus and Tool as influences.

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

The Melting Point 9:30 p.m. SOLD OUT! www.meltingpointathens.com BRANDI CARLILE Melodic alternative country star plays in an acoustic trio.

catalog of Southern blues covers and originals.

Terrapin Beer Co. 5:30 p.m. $10 (glass). www.terrapinbeer.com ILLICITIZEN Originally the solo project of singer-songwriter Eric Cavanaugh, Illicitizen has fleshed out its sound with a programmed rhythm section and Maria Zaccaro on bass. Performing music inspired by post-punk and rock.

The Volstead 11 p.m.–2 a.m. 706-354-5300 DJ SIFI This DJ’s selection runs the gamut from rap and hip-hop to rock and country. Every Friday and Saturday.

Wayfarer Music Hall 9:30 p.m.–Midnight. $10. 770-2672035 CAROLINE AND FRIENDS Following the Spawning Ground Workshop and open mic (see events listing for more info), Caroline Aiken will take the stage along with Jamie Hood (Squirrelheads), John Marsh (Deep Blue Sun), Richie Jones (Ralph Roddenbery Band) and John Pagano (JP Blues) to blow the hall down with a collaborative jam!

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No Where Bar 10 p.m. $4. 706-546-4742 THE BIG PAYBACK Tribute to James Brown.

Buffalo’s Southwest Café 6 & 8 p.m. $5. www.buffaloscafe.com LIVE JAZZ Hosted by DJ Segar.

The Office Lounge 9:30 p.m. 706-546-0846 THE BIG DON BAND Don Spurlin’s band delivers “workingman’s blues from a country perspective” with a

Farm 255 DJ Night. 9:30 p.m. FREE! www. farm255.com DJ STEELE Jay Steele spins the hits from yesteryear.

Highwire Lounge 9:30 p.m. FREE! www.highwirelounge. com BROKEN HEARTS SONGWRITER’S CIRCLE Featuring the dreamy vocals of local performers Ryan Monahan, Matt Whitaker (Young Benjamin) and McKendrick Bearden (Androcles and the Lion).

Kumquat Mae Bakery Café “Embracing Winter” Opening Reception. 3–5 p.m. FREE! 706769-1105 BETWEEN NAYBORS Local duo Greg Benson and Melanie Morgan play folky acoustic tunes.

The Rialto Room 7 p.m. $10 (adv.), $12. 706-546-0430, www.indigoathens.com/jazznight. html JAZZ NIGHT An evening of jazz standards, blues, Latin, boogie and more from Athens A-Train Band.

Monday 13 Buffalo’s Southwest Café 7–10 p.m. $5 (includes practice and lessons). 706-354-6655, www.buffaloscafe.com/athens LINE DANCING Learn to line dance in the Big Back Room! Every 2nd and 4th Monday.

Georgia Theatre 7 p.m. $15. www.georgiatheatre.com TOM GREEN Canadian actor, rapper, writer, comedian, talk show host and media personality. Best known for his MTV television show “The Tom Green Show.” See Calendar Pick online.

Go Bar 10 p.m. 706-546-5609 AOTEAROA Funk-rock band.

HABITUAL BUNGLERS Hailing from Athens, this quartet plays reggaetinged funk.

THE ODD TRIO Quirky jazz ensemble that incorporates looped audio.

SUMMER MORE THAN OTHERS Local jam band with jazz influences.

Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 9 p.m. FREE! www.hendershotscoffee. com OPEN MIC Mondays! Hosted by local soulful singer Kyshona Armstrong.

The Melting Point 8 p.m. FREE! www.meltingpointathens. com SWEETHEART DUETS HOOT This year’s duets include: Betsy Franck & Ivey Hughes; Kristen Iskandrian & Brian Connell; Kimberly & Brad Morgan; Emily Hearn & Michael Harrison; Melissa & Michael Steele; Dale Wechsler & Todd Lister; Marty Winkler & Noel Holston; Vajra & Surdas.

Tuesday 14 Buffalo’s Southwest Café 7 p.m. $5. 706-354-6655 DAVID PRINCE Special Valentine’s Day show of great beach music from the ‘60s and ‘70s.

Caledonia Lounge 9:30 p.m. FREE! www.caledonialounge. com SONGS OF JOHN PRINE A night intimate covers performed by “Athens Super Stars.” Plus a DJ set

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Farm 255 10:30 p.m. FREE! www.farm255.com THE MODERN LOVERS Timmy Tumble covers the music of this beloved protopunk act.

TIMMY TUMBLE In addition to the Modern Lovers cover set, we also get a set of Tim Schreiber’s original, howling garage rock anthems.

Flicker Theatre & Bar Flicker 12th Anniversary. 8:30 p.m. $5. www.flickertheatreandbar.com PAUL MCHUGH Member of local band Pilgrim with a soulful, energetic voice and a bluesy guitar style.

JACOB MORRIS Acoustic, ‘70sinspired folk rock. Morris also plays in Moths and Ham1.

Go Bar Valentine’s Dance Party. 10 p.m. 706546-5609 IMMUZIKATION Celebrated local DJ Alfredo Lapuz, Jr. hosts a dance party featuring high-energy electro and rock.

Hendershot’s Coffee Bar 8:30 p.m. $5. www.hendershotscoffee. com IKE STUBBLEFIELD AND FRIENDS Soulful R&B artist Ike Stubblefield is a Hammond B3 virtuoso who cut his teeth backing Motown legends like the Four Tops.

The Melting Point 7:30 p.m. $25 (adv.) $30 (door) $145 (dinner & show). www.meltingpointathens.com FRANCINE REED This Chicago-born songstress is a jazz legend in her own right, and tonight she’ll be taking on standards from Etta James and Ella Fitzgerald to Billie Holiday and Sarah Vaughn. * Advance Tickets Available

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ART Call for Entries (Athens Institute for Contemporary Art (ATHICA)) Seeking works that creatively reuse materials otherwise destined for landfills for “Upcycle.” Presenters and performers are also needed for the event. Visit www.athica.org/callforentries.php to submit. Deadline Feb. 20.

Call for Entries (OCAF) Artists 18 & up are invited to submit artwork for the Southworks Juried Art Exhibition. Deadline Feb. 11. Exhibit runs Apr. 6–May 11. www.ocaf.com Seeking Artists (Athens, GA) The Athens Indie Craftstravaganzaa is now taking applications for vendors for the Apr. 28 & 29 craft fair. Apply

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CLASSES 1940 Census Program (Oconee County Library) The library presents “How to Prepare to Locate Your

Ancestors in the 1940 Census.” Feb. 18, 2 p.m. FREE! 706-769-3950 Adult Dance Classes (East Athens Community Center) Classes offered in adult ballet, tap dance, praise dance, hip hop, line dancing, modern dance, exercise and weight control. Call for information.

706-613-3624 Advanced Computer Classes (Oconee County Library) Classes by appoinment are taught one-on-one by the library’s computer specialist and tailored to each individual’s needs. 706-769-3950, watkinsville @athenslibrary.org 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 clay methods every Sunday from 2-4 p.m. 706-355-3161, www.gooddirt.net Dance Classes (Dancefx) Ballet, tap, hip-hop, Zumba, contemporary, ballroom, hip-hop, Latin, swing, karate, clogging and exercise classes like Pilates and body sculpt-

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ing. Check website for details and schedule. 706-355-3078, www.dancefx.org Flower Arranging (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Taught by a National Garden Club Master Flower Show judge. Focus will be on creating dining table arrangements.

Bring a lunch. Call to register and for more info. Feb. 29, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. $45. 706-542-6156, www.uga. edu/botgarden Investing for Retirement Seminar (UGA Tate Center) Advice about insurance, investing and taxes, taught by a registered investment advisor. Pre-registration required. Feb. 16 & 23 or Feb. 21 & 28, 6:30–9:30 p.m. $49.

706-247-7033 Kundalini Yoga (Red Lotus Institute) Yoga of awareness.

Tuesdays, 5:30–7 p.m. FREE! (donations accepted). www.wellness cooperative.com Ladies’ Non-Contact Cardio Boxing (Lay Park) Build muscle strength, endurance, balance, agility and coordination. Call for more information. BYOGloves. Wednesdays

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James Perry Walker’s photographs of the Saint Paul Spiritual Holy Temple are on display at ATHICA through Mar. 4. through Apr. 23, 7–8 p.m. $10. 706613-3596, www.athensclarkecounty. com/lay Mind Body & Art Classes (Whole: Mind. Body. Art.) Classes for all ages including cardio jam, cardio bellydance, Zumba, kids’ art and more. 706-410-0283 Natural History of Georgia Plants (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) This course will introduce students to the diverse natural vegetation of Georgia. Call to register.

Feb. 12, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. $105.

706-542-6156, www.uga.edu/ botgarden One-on-One Computer Tutorials (Madison County Library) Call to set up an appointment with computer specialist Alisa Claytor. 706-795-5597 Online Computer Class (ACC Library) Introduction to Word. Call to register. Feb. 14. 10–11:30 a.m.

706-613-3650, ext. 354. www. clarke.public.lib.ga.us/services/ classes.html#ath SALSAthens (Little Kings Shuffle Club) Cuban-style salsa dance classes. Every Wednesday. 6:307:30 p.m. (intermediate), 7:30-8:30 p.m. (beginners). $8 (incl. $3.50 drink). 706-338-6613 Vegetative Plant Propagation (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Will focus primarily on methods applicable to native plants. Feb. 23, 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. $50. 706-542-6156, www.uga. edu/botgarden Web Consulting (Georgia Center) Learn how your local business can take advantage of the Internet.

Feb. 18, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! 706-296-2853, www.shivarweb. com/class Windchimes & Suncatchers (Good Dirt) Make lovely tinkling windchimes or a suncatcher. For teens and adults. Feb. 19, 2–4 p.m. $50 (includes materials). 706-3553161

Yoga Classes (Total Training Gym & Yoga Center) Classes offered in power lunch yoga, fluid power, yoga for health, yoga for athletes, gentle yoga and more. Check website for dates and times. On-going. 706316-9000, www.totaltrainingcenter. com

HELP OUT! adDRESS a Need (Call for location) Donate formal dresses, shoes, purses or jewelry to high school students and community members to wear at prom and other formal events.

706-206-8886, www.friendsof advantage.org 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 Call for Donations (OCAF) OCAF is seeking new or used items for its annual thrift sale on March 16–17. Accepting anything usable.

Proceeds benefit art and art education at OCAF. Check website for drop-off times. www.ocaf.com Record-a-Thon (Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic, 120 Florida Ave.) Volunteers are invited to come read a story aloud during National Read Across America Week to make a recording for Learning Ally, a program for blind and dyslexic readers.

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KIDSTUFF 22nd annual “Give Wildlife a Chance” Poster Contest (State Botanical Garden of Georgia) Artwork must portray Georgia nongame (not legally hunted, trapped or fished) wildlife and plants. Any student in grades K-5 is eligible to participate. Call for more info.

Entries due by Mar. 28. 706-5426156, www.georgiawildlife.com, www.uga.edu/botgarden.

Arts in the Afternoon (East Athens Community Center) Afterschool program teaches arts and crafts and allows children to create original artwork. Ages 6–15.

Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:30– 5:30 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3593 Music to my Ears Music Lessons (Lay Park) Concentration on major scales and tones for middle and high school students.

Must have own instrument. Ages 12–17. Fridays, 5:30 p.m. $2.

706-613-3596 Snow Day (Memorial Park) Day off school program for elementary schoolers celebrating the hope for snow. Snow games, wintry crafts, cold weather treats and learning about what the animals at Bear Hollow do when it gets cold. Call to register by Feb. 8. Feb. 13. 9 a.m.– 3:30 p.m. $15. 705-613-3580.

Spring Programs (East Athens Community Center) Sports, homework help, teen groups and more are going on now and throughout the spring. Call for more information.

706-613-3593 Storytubes Video Contest (ACC Library) Join kids from across the country by making a short video about your favorite book and posting it online. Call the library to schedule a private session with one of the Children’s area staff for help.

Submissions due by Feb. 20. www.storytubes.info/drupal Yoga Sprouts (Memorial Park) Fun, playful yoga and crafts for kids ages 2 & up. Call for more information. Register by Mar. 14. Tuesdays, Mar, 22–May 17. 706-613-3580 Youth Soccer (Southeast Clarke Park) Co-ed recreational league for children 4–12 years old. Register by Feb. 17. Feb. 27–Apr. 28. $65 (ACC residents), $98. 706-613-3589, www.accleisureservices.com/soccer

SUPPORT ANAD Support Group (Holy Cross Lutheran Church) New support group from the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders for individuals suffering from eating disorders. First and third Saturday of each month.

10 a.m. 678-612-2697, www.anad. org/get-help/support-groups/ georgia Emotional Abuse Support Group (Call for location) Demeaning behavior and hateful words 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.

Survive and Revive (Call for location) Domestic violence support group. Dinner begins at 6 p.m. and group at 6:30 p.m. Children are welcome for supper and 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. 6:30–8 p.m. Project Safe: 706-543-3357, ext. 771 Wonderful Wednesdays (Call for location) Adults with cognitive disabilities can learn leisure skills, community inclusion and exploration. Call to register. Every other Wednesday, Jan. 11–Apr. 18. 10:30 a.m. $14. 706-613-3580

ON THE STREET Beat the Heat (Athens Area Humane Society) Spay your cat for a special rate before her heat cycle to prevent unwanted litters during kitten season. Through Feb. 29. $20.

706-769-9155, www.athenshumane society.org Free Showerheads (ACC Water Resources Center) ACC Water Conservation Office is giving away free, water-conserving showerheads for Valentine’s Day. Bring in your old showerhead and a water bill to receive a new shower head. Offer valid only while supplies last. Feb. 14, 2:30–4:30 p.m. FREE! 706-613-3729

ART AROUND TOWN Amici Italian Café (233 E. Clayton St.) Metaphoric and exaggerated portraits by Ainhoa Canup. Through February.

Antiques and Jewels (290 N. Milledge) Paintings by Elizabeth Barton, Greg Benson, Ainhoa Canup and others.

Art on the Side Gallery and Gifts (1011B Industrial Blvd., Watkinsville) A gallery featuring works by various artists in media including ceramics, paintings and fused glass.

Artini’s Art Lounge (296 W. Borad. St.) A selection of oil paintings entitled “Ripe,” by Manda McKay. Through February.

ArtLand Gallery (2 S. Main St., Watkinsville) Tiny representational paintings by Meredith Lachin on recycled New York subway cards. Through March.

Athens Academy (1281 Spartan Rd.) “Keeping Watch” includes recent work by Georgia Sea Grant artists. Through Feb. 24.

Athens Institute for Contemporary Art (ATHICA) (160 Tracy St.) “Southern” features work from Rodrecas Davis, Hope Hilton, Michael Lachowski, Sam Seawright, James Perry Walker and more. Through March 4.

Aurum Studios (125 E. Clayton St.) Paintings, pastels and silk hangings by Margaret Agner. Through Feb. 29.

Circle Gallery, UGA College of Environmental Design (Caldwell Hall) “Historic Structures Report: Process and Product” explores various building materials including lumber, plaster, brick and stone. Through Feb. 17.

Congregation Children of Israel (115 Dudley Dr.) “A Fine Romance: Jewish Songwriters, American Songs, 1910–1965” uses images from broadway musicals, classic films and personal collections. Through Feb. 24.

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 John Cleaveland, Alice Pruitt, Leigh Ellis, Cindy Jerrell, Matt Alston and more.

Five Star Day Café (229 E. Broad St.) Parrot paintings and illustrations by Lisa Tantillo.

Flicker Theatre & Bar (263 W. Washington St.) Artwork by Emmanuel Taati and Chris Denny.

Through February.

Georgia Museum of Art (90 Carlton St.) “All Creatures Great and Small” features works depicting animals created by self-taught American artists.

Through Apr. 20. • Pioneering artist Bill Viola brought video art to greater prominence in the contemporary art world of the ‘70s and ‘80s. Through Feb. 19. • “Georgia Bellflowers” is devoted to antique dealer and furniture maker Henry Eugene Thomas.

Through Apr. 15. • Temporary display complementing “Dale Nichols: Transcending Regionalism,” featuring images of the Midwest by American artists from the permanent collection of the GMOA as well as objects on extended loan from the collection of Jason Schoen, Princeton, NJ. Through Feb. 27. •

Heroes’ Breakfast (Red Cross Donor Center) The Red Cross seeks to recognize local heroes who have made a difference in other people’s lives in the past year. Nominate a friend, family member or anyone else by Mar. 15. Breakfast will be held on May 16. Email for nomination form.

March Moving for Montessori 5K/10K (Athens Montessori School) The races benefit the expansion of the school’s fitness path to encourage students to stay fit and active. Some proceeds also benefit UNICEF. Pre-registration required. Mar. 31. 8 a.m. (5K), 8:45 a.m. (10K). $15-50. www.athens montessori.com Summer Jobs (Athens, GA) ACC Leisure Services is hiring for 120 summer positions including camp counselors, lifeguards, park assistants and pool staff. 706-613-3090, www.athensclarkecounty.com/jobs Tax Assistance (Oconee County Library) The AARP offers free help to all adults regardless of age or AARP affiliation. Mondays through Apr. 9, 1–4:30 p.m. 706-769-3950 f

“Introduction to the Centers” is a small, daily exhibition introducing the Henry D. Green Center for the Study of the Decorative Arts, one of the four new units of the museum. Through Mar. 4. • “Lycett China” contains 30 painted porcelain pieces by Edward Lycett. Through Mar. 4. • Pastel drawings by Will Henry Stevens, who used naturalism and geometric abstraction. Through Mar. 25.

The Grit (199 Prince Ave.) New mixed-media art from Stephanie McKee. Through Feb. 18.

Heirloom Cafe and Fresh Market (815 N. Chase St.) Artwork by Tatiana Veneruso. Through February.

Highwire Lounge (269 N. Hull St.) Photographs by BFA candidate Jimmy Rowalt. Through February.

Hotel Indigo (500 College Ave.) “Drawn: from Athens” features work from Jeff Owens, Art Rosenbaum, Michael Oliveri, Jaime Bull and more.

• The glasscube at Hotel Indigo features Michael Oliveri’s installation “Look for Light,” butterflyinspired florescent chandeliers.

Just Pho…and More (1063 Baxter St.) Artwork

by Robert Lowery. Through March.

Kumquat Mae Bakery Café (18 Barnett Shoals Rd., Watkinsville) Paintings by Greg Benson. Opening reception Feb. 12. Through February.

Lamar Dodd School of Art (270 River Road) “Hairpieces,” by Rebecca Drolen. Through Feb. 11. • “Works on Paper” by Thomas Dozol. Opening reception Feb. 3. Through Feb. 23.

Madison-Morgan Cultural Center (434 S. Main St.) “Scapes” is an exhibition of landscapes, cityscapes and seascapes by Steffen Thomas.

Through Feb. 18.

Mama’s Boy (197 Oak St.) New artwork from the Convergence Artist Collection by Anthony “Garbo” Garan and Frank Registrato. Through February.

OCAF (34 School St.) An exhibit for Black History Month that includes artwork reflecting the journey of life as it pertains to African-American artists. Through Feb. 24. • Paintings by June F. Johnston. Through Feb. 10.

Oconee County Library (1080 Experiment Station Rd.) Jewelry by Sylvia Dawe. Through February.

State Botanical Garden of Georgia “NatureInspired Quilts” features handmade quilts from the Mountain Laurel Quilters Guild of Clarkesville, GA. Through Feb. 26.

Trace Gallery (160 Tracy St.) “Codex,” new work

by Laura Foster based on scientific and philosophical drawings. Through Feb. 26.

Transmetropolitan (145 E. Clayton St.) “Heart You” includes works by Mike Groves, Keith P. Rein, Lea Purvis, Laurin Ramsey, David Mack, Ashley Wills, Graham Bradford and Joe Havasy. Through February.

UGA Tate Center (45 Baxter St.) Black History Month display on the wall space between Tate I and Tate II. Through February.

Visionary Growth Gallery (2400 Booger Hill Rd., Danielsville) “Drawing Pretty Pictures Is a Way to Meet God in the World Like It Is” features works

by Lois Curtis, Carter Wellborn, Peter Loose, Alpha Andrews, Betty Wansley and Annie Wellborn. Through April.

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reality check Matters Of The Heart And Loins I have been married for 11 years. My husband and I dated in college, lived together after graduation and waited, I thought, long enough to be sure before getting married. We have since been mostly very happy. We have a couple of kids, a nice house. We both like our jobs, and we go on vacation a couple times a year, etc. So, I was not only devastated but totally shocked when I learned of his recent affair. I haven’t even looked at another man in years. Even when I still noticed cute guys I would never consider talking to any of them, much less having an affair.

I had begun to think that something was up a few months ago. He started getting calls at odd times (he claimed that they were workrelated), coming home late from work and being more secretive about his comings and goings. I finally figured out what was going on because I caught him in a lie he couldn’t get out of and he confessed.

He has been apologetic and remorseful. He has said all of the things he thinks he’s supposed to say (that he still loves me, thinks I’m beautiful, is attracted to me sexually, that he’s not in love with this woman, etc.)

I want to forgive him, of course, and just get on with my life as I thought it was. But I don’t know if I can. I have never been particularly self-conscious, but now I find myself wondering if I’m starting to look old, worrying about my figure (I wear the same size that I have since my late 20s, so it’s not like I’ve let myself go), and watching to see how he reacts when a beautiful woman walks by. This is all so pathetic and cliché. I know that he is truly sorry, and I don’t think that he will cheat again, but how can I be sure?

I don’t know if I can ever trust him again. It has been a month since I found out, and I still can’t get over it. Now I’m afraid that I might never get over it. What can I do? How can I get my life back? Will things ever be the same?

Betrayed I think you can safely assume that things are never going to be exactly the same. You are clearly ready to forgive, but that doesn’t mean you’re going to forget. Give yourself time. A month is a really short time for you to process all of this. Consider counseling, both for yourself and for the two of you together. Having an outside person help you talk through some of this stuff can be helpful. Infidelity doesn’t have to be the end of a marriage, but it isn’t something you are necessarily going to recover from quickly, either.

I graduated high school a couple of years ago. I took some time off before going to college and stayed in the town where I grew up, working to save some money. I have always felt pretty out of place here, like I didn’t fit in and wasn’t like other girls my age. Most of them have the same boyfriends they have had for a couple years, and they’re planning on getting married and having kids and stuff. I love all

of my friends, but I always thought they were crazy. I can’t wait to leave. The only reason I haven’t left yet is because I want to save enough money so I don’t have to come home for the summers and stuff. I would like to move my whole life to wherever I go next, and I don’t plan on looking back. That doesn’t mean I won’t talk to anybody, or that I am never coming to visit, but I am not ready to get married or settle down or make big life decisions right now. I want to see some of the world first, and get an education, be different.

So, my problem is that I met a guy and I really like him. We have been dating for a few months, and even though I don’t plan on leaving until the fall, he can’t stop talking about how he doesn’t want me to leave.

I keep telling him that it won’t mean the end for us, that I am only going two hours away, that he can visit whenever he wants to. He has a decent job here, but nothing special.

He doesn’t have any ambitions to leave here. He says he’s happy here, even though I know he isn’t. He gets bored as much as I do, talks about places he would like to visit but we never go when I suggest it. He is pretty smart but he didn’t do well in school.

I don’t know what to do because I am starting to fall for him but I don’t want to stay and miss out. I am already accepted to school and I am going. I don’t even necessarily want him to come with me or anything, I just want him to stop worrying about it all the time. We would have more fun if we didn’t fight about this stuff. My friends think I am crazy because he is really hot and all the girls have always been after him. They think I should just stay here and marry him and be like them. I don’t know what to do because all I know is I’m getting frustrated and sick of talking about it. What’s your advice?

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Don’t change your plans for this boy, Anonymous. The hottest guy in your hometown is still in your hometown, and that is a place you have already outgrown. What he’s doing is trying to wear you down and guilt you into giving up your dreams so that he can stay in his comfortable life and have what he wants. But how is that fair to you? Stick with your plan, go to school, meet new people, explore the world. You can always go back later if that’s what you want.

In the meantime, ask the guy to agree not to talk about you leaving anymore. Tell him you would rather spend the time that you have left together having fun instead of fighting about something that hasn’t even happened yet. If he won’t agree not to talk about it, then you should break up with him. I know that sounds harsh, but in the end you will be saving yourself a ton of grief, and when you look back years from now at this time you will be surprised at how important it seemed. Trust me. I am not trying to stand up here on my old lady high horse and tell you how it is, but I am telling you that I do know how it is. If this guy is really a big deal then he will still be around later to prove me wrong.

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235 Hill St. 2BR/2BA. Beautiful lg. apt. in Victorian house.

HWflrs., high ceilings, 2 blocks to everything, located in Cobbham. Avail. March, $1100.

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B a l d w i n Vi l l a g e A p t s . , 475 Baldwin St, Athens, GA, 30605. Offering 1, 2 and 3 BR units. Will begin confirming availability

by Mar. for Aug. 1, 2012 move-in. No application fee. Across street from UGA. Free parking, laundry on premises, hot water, on-call maint., on-site mgr.

Microwave & DW. HWflrs. $475 to $1200/mo. Contact (706) 354-4261. Office hours, 10-2, Mon.–Fri.

1 BR across the st. from UGA at Baldwin Village Apts.

475 Baldwin St. No pets.

Avail. now. Free parking.

Water and pest incl. $475/ mo. (706) 354-4261.

3BR/2.5BA townhomes reduced again! On Eastside. On bus route. FP. W/D incl. Spacious & convenient. Pets welcome.

Avail. immediately. Now only $600/mo.! Aaron, (706) 2072957. AtlasRealEstateAdvisors. com.

Eastside quadraplex, 2BR/2BA, $500/mo. & 2BR/1BA, $475/mo.

Eastside duplex, 2BR/1BA & FP, $475/mo. 3BR/2BA & FP, $650/ mo. Call McWaters Realty, (706) 353-2700 or cell, (706) 5401529.

Apartments for Rent

2BR/1BA apt. for rent. 125 Honeysuckle Ln. off Broad St. near King Ave. Quiet, secluded setting. Water & trash incl. No pets. $450/mo. Lease, dep., references req’d. (706) 540-4752.

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2BR/1BA off King Ave. Normaltown area. In quiet, safe n’hood. W/D, Total electric, CHAC. No smoking. No pets. $550– 600/mo. Avail. now. (706) 850-5510.

Boulevard –1BR/1BA loft-style luxury apt. in huge historic house.

Completely renovated to the highest standards. Very quiet & private location. NS. No pets.

Not a par ty location. $950/ mo. incl. water/trash, cable & internet. (706) 549-0677.

Feb. rent free! $300 off March, $200 off April & $100 off May! On all 1 ($495), 2 ($599) & 3 ($710) BR apts.! Also pre-leasing for Fall 2012. Move after July 10th & no rent until Sept. 2012! Restrictions apply. On busline, pet friendly, new off leash pet park. Avail.

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Commercial Property Eastside offices, 1060 Gaines School Rd. Rent 750 sf. $900/ mo., 400 sf. $600/mo. (706) 5461615 or athenstownproperties. com.

For Lease. Prime commercial street level space in Dwntn.

Athens. 2500 sf. avail. in Jan. (706) 296-7413.

Private offices for lease 300/ mo. w/ utils. & wireless. Intown, quiet, secure, beautiful space w/ nice natural light, heart pine, high ceilings. Call (706) 614-3557.

Retail space for lease. 1241 sf., $17/sf. High vaulted ceilings, large windows, ample storage space. Retail ready. Avail. now! Email 1059BaxterStreet@gmail. com if interested.

Brick duplex, 2BR/2BA, very clean, all extras. Just 2 mi. to campus on north side Athens. 1 unit avail. Pets OK. $500/mo. + dep. Call Sharon at (706) 2019093.

Houses for Rent 2BR/1BA. Classic bead board interior, CHAC, W/D connect., stove/fridge. 1 mi. to Dwntn.

227 Hillside St. (706) 354-1276.

3BR/2.5BA great simple house near GA Sq. Mall.

Private & peaceful, w o o d l a n d c re e k , g e n e ro u s deck, spacious flr. plan, gas FP, 2–car garage. Storage plus.

Pets fine. $900/mo. (706) 7147600.

3BR/1.5 BA. Lg. washroom with W/D. deck, front porch. Rent to own. $1500 down, $630/mo.

(706) 254-2936.

Condos for Rent Gigantic 5BR/3BA. End of Lumpkin. 2500 sf. 2 LRs, huge laundry rm., DR, FP, big deck.

DW, W/D, CHAC. Pets OK. Avail.

8/1. $1500/mo. (706) 369-2908.

Condos For Sale Just reduced! Investor’s Westside condo. 2BR/2BA, FP, 1500 sf., great investment, lease 12 mos. at $550/mo. Price in $40s.

For more info, call McWaters Realty at (706) 353-2700 or (706) 540-1529.

Duplexes For Rent 2BR Westside duplex.

Immaculate, friendly, convenient, wooded, FP. W/D, $550/mo. (706) 207-9436.

4BR/2BA duplex off S. Milledge.

Avail. now or pre-lease, full size W/D, ceiling fans in all rooms, DW, microwave, total electric. $850/mo. Hank, (706) 207-6361.

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3BR/3BA new Dwntn. Private b a t h s , h a rd w o o d s , w a l k - i n closets. Walk everywhere! W/D & lawn maint. incl. Now preleasing for Fall. Only $1500/ mo. Aaron, (706) 207-2957.

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3BR/1.5BA at 106 Vine Circle.

W/D, lg. den & LR, kitchen w/ appls., CHAC, driveway, front porch, back deck. Avail. now! $700/mo. (706) 546-6426 or (706) 207-2344.

4BR/2BA Victorian home, renovated. 1/2 mi. from campus.

Pre-leasing. W/D, DW, fenced yd., HW. $1650/⁣mo. Huge rms.!

Lots of character. Avail. 8/1.

Pets OK. (706) 369-2908.

4BR/2BA. $1100. Short or longterm lease avail. Big house, fenced yd., carport, deck, well maintained. Email for details. bobbychappell@hotmail.com.

(404) 849-6572.

4BR/4BA new Dwntn. Private baths, double porches, walk-in c l o s e t s , h a r d w o o d s . Wa l k everywhere! W/D & lawn maint. incl. Pre-leasing for Fall. Only $1900/mo. Aaron, (706) 2072957. AtlasRealEstateAdvisors. com.

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.

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Gated community of Epps Bridge, upscale living, 2br/2.5ba $1,000/mo. • Available Now www.athens-ga-rental.com • 706-613-9001

5 Pts. 3BR/3BA. CHAC, HWflrs., decks, FP, new granite & stainless kitchen, family room. 5 min. to UGA. B i g y a rd , q u i e t s t re e t , no dogs. Professionals preferred. $1250/mo. (706) 202-9805.

Awesome 3BR/2BA, close to campus. New master BA w/ double sink. HWflrs., fenced backyard. W/D, DW, CHAC. Avail. 8/1. $1200/mo. (706) 3692908.

Awesome Victorian 4BR/2.5BA house. 1/2 mi. from campus.

Huge rms., HWflrs. 2 LRs, patio, high ceilings, DW, W/D, CHAC. Pets OK. Avail. 8/1. $1850/mo.

(706) 369-2908.

Boulevard n’hood, 3BR/2BA. HWflrs., central air, modern kitchen, big closets, laundry hookups, stunning view, Avail. now! $1200/mo. Call to see, (706) 352-9491.

Cedar Creek: 4BR/2BA, lg. fenced yd., $950/mo. 5 Pts.: Off Baxter St., 4BR/2BA, $1200/mo.

Call McWaters Realty, (706) 3532700, (706) 540-1529.

Entrepreneurs! Avail. now. Close to town/busline. 2BR/2BA + 2 office/studio. W/D, CHAC, big kitchen & LR. $900/mo. 395 Oak St. Call Josh at (706) 613-8525.

Great 4BR/4BA house. 1/2 mi. from campus. Front porch, back deck, nice yd., DW, W/D, CHAC. Pets OK. Avail. 8/1. Special! $1500/mo. (706) 369-2908.

Huge 3BR/2BA renovated Vi c t o r i a n h o u s e . H W, h i g h ceilings, front porch, back deck, nice yard. Pets OK. W/D, Dishwasher, HVAC. Avail. 8/1. $1275/mo. (706) 369-2908.

Lovely new house. 4BR/3BA. Half mi. to campus. Big rms., HWflrs., DW, W/D, CHAC, pets OK. Avail.

8/1. $1750/mo. Call (706) 3692908.

Micro farm in Athens. 2BR/1BA, CHAC, HWflrs., W/D. 1100 sf. on 2.5 acres, all fenced. 7 minutes to town. $900/mo. Pets welcome!

Contact Adam, (276) 920-7228.

Modern 3BR/2BA house on 3 acres. Quiet country location just 9 mi. from Dwntn. Athens. Big kitchen, LR w/ FP. W/D hookup. $925/mo. (706) 540-8461.

Shor t-ter m lease on newer 4BR/4BA for only $1000/mo.!

Dwntn. W/D & lawn maint. incl.

Pets OK. Avail. now! Super cheap! Aaron, (706) 207-2957, AtlasRealEstateAdvisors.com.

DUPLEXES AVAILABLE

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Hamilton & Associates 706-613-9001

Parking & Storage Parking places for rent across from UGA. $30/mo.

(706) 354-4261.

Pre-Leasing Fall leasing: 1, 2, 3 & 4 BR houses & apts. 5 Pts. & Dwntn.

See at www.bondrealestate. org. Owner Broker Herber t Bond Realty & Investment. Lic. #H13552.

Live in town! Sought after Blvd., Normaltown, 5 Pts., Cobbham & Dwntn. locations. Lease for Fall, starting on Feb. 3. Call (706) 5466900 or email valerioproperties@ gmail.com.

Roommates 1 roommate needed. 4BR/2BA at University Apts. Currently 2 guys, 1 girl. $395/mo. covers everything. Individual lease. Bike or ride #12 to campus. Amenities.

(704) 779-2432.

2 roommates needed. 2 story 3BR/3BA in The Woodlands, $425/mo./renter OR $375/each/ mo. if 2 renters sign together!

Gated community + amenities near UGA. Email: ashleycleary@ gmail.com.

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Miscellaneous Bidders Buy Auction. New & used items, collectables, & antiques.

Auctions every Fri. & Sat. 1459 Hargrove Lake Rd. in Winterville.

Visit www.biddersbuyauctions. com or call (706) 742-2205 for more info.

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Affordable! The ultimate store!

Specializing in retro everything: antiques, furniture, clothes, bikes, records & players! 260 W. Clayton St., (706) 316-0130.

Instant cash is now being paid for good vinyl records & CDs in fine condition. Wuxtry Records, at corner of Clayton & College downtown. (706) 3699428.

Do you want to use a logo, graphic or border in your classified ad? You can with Classified Display Advertising!!!

Call (706) 549-0301 for more information.

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Need to get rid of unnecessary clutter?

Someone else wants it!

Advertise your yard sale with Flagpole! No more posting neon signs! Call (706) 549-0301.

Pregnant? Considering adoption?

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

Music Equipment Nuçi’s Space needs your old instruments & music gear! All donations are tax-deductible.

Call (706) 227-1515 or come by Nuçi’s Space, 396 Oconee St. We buy musical instruments & equipment every day!

Guitars, drums, pro-sound & more. (770) 931-9190, www. musicgoroundlilburn.com. Huge, online inventory. We love trades!

Come visit Music Go Round soon...

Instruction 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 http://www.AthensSchoolofMusic. com, (706) 543-5800.

Boulevard Piano Studio.

Piano lessons taught by local jazz musician Rand Lines. $40/ hr. boulevardpianostudio@gmail. com or (706) 363-0328.

Music Services Eady Guitars, Guitar Building & Repair. Qualified repairman offering professional set ups, fret work, wiring, finishing & restorations. Exp. incl. Gibson & Benedetto Guitars. Appt. only. (615) 714-9722, www. eadyguitars.com.

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.

K i t c h e n Ta b l e S t e r e o since 1989, electronic technical s e r v i c e s . Va c u u m t u b e & transistor amplifier repair, effects, pedals, keyboards. Sound system sales, service & installation. (706) 355-3071.

We d d i n g b a n d s . Quality, professional bands. Weddings, parties. Rock, jazz, etc. Call Classic City Enter tainment. ( 7 0 6 ) 5 4 9 - 1 5 6 7 . w w w. classiccityentertainment.com.

Featuring The Magictones Athens’ premiere wedding & party band. www.themagictones.com.

Services Classes Woman’s Comfort Circle. Join us to learn the art of vital self-care in a safe, sacred circle of women.

Wed. 2/22–3/28, 6–7:30 p.m.

More info at spawiseliving.com.

Cleaning She said, “Oh Yeah” House Cleaning that makes you feel really good. Reliable, pet & Earth friendly. 2BR/1BA, $40. Regular or one time. Text/call Nick, (706) 851-9087. Local references on request.

Email: Nick@goodworld. biz.

Pets Boulevard Animal Hospital’s February special: $25 off dental p ro c e d u re ! F o r m o re i n f o , contact your favorite Athens, GA vet at (706) 425-5099 or www. downtownathensvet.com.

Tutors Stressed about your GRE, ACT, or SAT? Let Meridian Tutors help you decrease that stress while increasing your score! Local, in-person tutoring w/ flexible scheduling. References always provided! www.MeridianTutors. com/Tutoring, (608) 217-0498.

Jobs Full-time Call center representative.

Join established Athens company calling CEOs & CFOs of major corporations generating sales leads for tech companies. $9/ hr. BOS Staffing, www.bostemps. com, (706) 353-3030.

EvoShield, a protective sports apparel company, is looking for mid-level graphic designer. FT position. Strong graphic design background req’d. To apply, send cover letter & portfolio (online or PDF) to jobs@evoshield.com.

Hairstylists! Strand Hair Studio located in the heart of 5 Pts. has chair rental opening for motivated hairstylist. Fixed rent/no contract.

(706) 549-8074.

Join the hive! Honey’s Salon is looking for a stylist w/ experience & an existing clientele. Chase Park Warehouses. Apply in person, please.

Now hiring promotional/ marketing agents for new branch opening in Athens. No exp. req’d. Send Resume to casey@ guardogsecurity.com or call (706) 534-0928.

Opportunities Are you currently receiving mental health treatment? If so, call (706) 341-3765 for information about a UGA research study. Earn $30 for 3 hrs. of participation.

Disclaimer! Flagpole does its best to scout out scams but we cannot guarantee. Be careful giving out personal i n f o r m a t i o n . C a l l t o re p o r t scams, (706) 549-0301.

Do you or someone you know have a strange addiction? A Major TV Network is offering professional help for all participants. Call (312) 4678679 or email 20wcasting@ gmail.com.

Help wanted. Earn extra income assembling CD cases f ro m h o m e . N o e x p e r i e n c e n e c e s s a r y. C a l l o u r l i v e operators now. (800) 405-7619 ext. 2450 www.easyworkjobs. com (AAN CAN).

Mystery shoppers earn up t o $ 1 0 0 / d a y. U n d e r c o v e r shoppers needed to judge retail & dining establishments.

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ATHENS LOCAL BUSINESSES:

Struggling w/ debt? Let us help you recover. Personal & small business loans avail. starting from $2,500–$100,000. Interest rates start at 6% & up. Good & bad credit accepted. To apply, call 1-877-405-3330. Call 24 hrs./ day.

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When you buy from local independent businesses, you are helping keep your favorite Local Athens establishments open and are contributing to the vitality of the Athens economy.

Teach English abroad! 4 wk.

TEFL course in Prague. Job a s s i s t a n c e w o r l d w i d e . We have over 1500 graduates teaching in 60+ countries! www. teflworldwideprague.com (AAN CAN).

Part-time Now hiring discreet private lingerie models. Flexible schedules, no exp. needed, good working environment, upscale clientele. Unlimited earning potential. Call for info, (706) 613-8986.

Follow Buy Local Athens on Facebook and email us at athensbuylocal@gmail.com to join the We Are Athens organization.

Vehicles Misc. Vehicles Cash for cars: any car/truck.

Running or not! Top $ paid. We come to you! Call for instant offer, (888) 420-3808, www.cash4car. com (AAN CAN).

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Lost cat at Nantahala & Chase. Gray striped DSH, green eyes, neutered. Answers to Dory. Call (706) 461-5368 w/ any information. Missing 12/3.

Messages Do you want to stop drinking alcohol? We are conducting a study on a medication for treating alcohol problems. Participation incl. 5 in-person assessments, incl. 4 sessions of individual outpatient treatment. There is no cost for treatment. You will be asked to take a medication or placebo on 2 occasions. Call (706) 542-8350 for more info.

Lose your puppy? Need a date?

Want to find that guy you saw at the bar last weekend? Place your ad here.

What was named first, the Anvil Cloud or the Horse Shoe Anvil??

The Anvil Cloud, cause the sound of the Thunder is the Horses’ hooves running cross the Prairie Horizson.. The Lightening buggs does not want the Rains..

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mixtape wars Valentine’s Day: McKay vs. Hay Forego the sappy Hallmark greetings this year and give your sweetheart something truly meaningful: songs of passion, desire and romance. Or, if it’s been that kind of year, maybe a set of brooding ballads filled with heartache and longing is more apropos. Either way, you’ll find something to love here as Pylon’s lead singer Vanessa Briscoe Hay and Abandon the Earth Mission frontman Josh McKay serenade each other mixtapestyle.

“When asked to make a mix for Mixtape Wars,” reflects Hay, “I realized that I had never made one before! I tend to listen to an entire record or CD by an artist… Here are the songs I ended up with on the particular Sunday that I put this list together.

Any other day I’m sure I would have come up with a completely different mix. Love songs are personal, as is musical taste.”

Josh McKay’s Valentine’s Mixtape 1. “Me and You” by Brenton Wood Why Josh McKay picked this track: This song always puts a smile on my face. The best mid-song sweet-nothings rap ever.

And I love how he gets sideswiped on his first spiel by his crooning alter ego!

“Remember those lovin’ fools, Romeo and Juliet?”

Vanessa Hay’s reaction: When he earnestly starts spinning his rap for his lady, I chuckled.

But he’s so earnest he had me sold by the end. We all like to be reminded of Mike someone’s deep love for us White · de ocassionally. a dlyd e

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om 2.”Viens” by Françoise Hardy JM: When I pulled this LP at the record shop and asked them to put it on, as I was hearing this song for the first time, a single tear rolled down my cheek.

The dispassionate clerk stared blankly back across the counter. Valentine, don’t do me like that…

VH: French really is the most romantic language. The arrangement swoops in to caress her voice like a lover. In another vocalist’s hands, it would be over the top. I think she is singing about someone leaving, but I’m not sure.

3. “Love Is the Drug” by Roxy Music JM: In 1975 this was a no. 2 hit in England. What fun the U.K. ‘70s charts must’ve been. It was also Roxy Music’s highest charting single in the U.S. Yeah, you think you’ve heard it enough times already, but take a listen, one more time. “Boy meets girl, where the beat goes on.”

VH: I think he is really singing about lust here, but that’s OK by me. Hey, it’s Bryan Ferry, and it’s a dance tune.

4. “??????” by ??????

JM: This is kinda my Holy Grail after years of Indonesian treasure-hunting. I took a chance on a plain-label ‘60s 7-inch from a Javanese eBay seller, and had my ears braised by this smoking-hot vocal performance. Smoldering production to match.

Valentine, you won’t find this song anywhere else; I assure you.

I’m keeping the title secret. You’ll have to find out when we meet…

VH: Picture this: mysterious, beautiful female vocals singing in another language accompanied by Hammond organ, a fruity cocktail, a quiet dark bar in the afternoon, rain falling on jungle green leaves just outside the open window.

5. “The Arab Boy” by Björk(ita) JM: The opening track from Björk’s real debut LP. She was 12. There’s a great story to the whole thing; she won a school contest with a song she wrote for recorder. The prize being

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she got to make a record. Became a surprise hit in Iceland… there’s more, look it up! Great lyrics on this one. She’s singing about falling in love with a boy one night while in Cairo. The line she repeats emphatically at the end of each stanza is “I LOVE HIM!” VH: She sounds so damn cute and adorable on this song.

Icelandic bubble-gum pop made for driving around together in the car. Sit as close as possible and head for the country.

6. “Swallow” by My Bloody Valentine JM: Obviously. This is from the Tremelo EP in case you didn’t have it already. Pre-Loveless MBV feels like a tipsy first night together.

VH: Lush, beautiful song, not sure what it’s about. The soundscape seems to be the thing.

7. “Blood Rainbow” by Tim Hecker JM: As apocalyptic soundscapes of the 21st century go, Tim Hecker’s are the sexiest. If you’ve made it this far, here’s a blood rainbow sorbet before the dark night ahead.

VH: The dark side of romance. Vampires, werewolves, all taking a rocket together to Mars? A little scary. You had better know her/him well before you pull this one out.

8. “Willow’s Song” by Magnet JM: I got lucky and saw The Wicker Man at a film-fest when I was 14. This scene and song made a big impression. I learned then, never be the policeman—always be the Britt Ekland.

VH: Sweet and innocent sounding, but completely risqué!

Milkmaids were very popular for a reason. No, I didn’t really just say that…

9. “Believe” (Cher cover) by Macha & Bedhead JM: From a recording I did in 2000 on cassette multi-track. I got my Fun Machine organ sounding like a Funeral Machine, put the lyrics in past-tense to make it a murder ballad, and got my friend Matt from Bedhead to sing it, running him through the then-brand-new affliction known as auto-tune. I miss my land line.

VH: What is a love song list without at least one phone song? Sounds like it is being sleepily sung to a special someone while off on the road somewhere wishing he was there.

Great version.

10. “I Get Along Without You Very Well” by The Durutti Column JM: OK, Valentine, let’s be real. We’ve all had a heartbreak or two, but let’s not let it get in the way. This song has it all.

The joy, the gloom, the springtime AND a ripping guitar solo out of nowhere in the middle of everything! This 7-inch is a Hoagy Carmichael cover, courtesy of Factory Records’ first signee. Good story to this one as well—the guest vocal is by Lindsay Wilson, having just divorced Factory founder Tony Wilson. Let me know you’re out there, V… I don’t think we’ve been properly introduced yet…

VH: Well, of course, we should be able to stand on our own two feet. She’s really telling him off! I find that independent spirit very sexy.

Vanessa Briscoe Hay’s Valentine’s Mixtape 1. “Number 1” by Goldfrapp VH: Allison Goldfrapp and composer Will Gregory address the importance of relationships in this bare-bones synth-pop dance piece.

JM: Aw yeah… teenage Autobahn glam vibes to break the ice. Did she just say “I’m like a dog to get you”? Let the good times roll…

2. “More Than This” by Roxy Music VH: Bryan Ferry’s vocals are absolutely lovely, and the last one-third of the song is synth-driven pop which makes it perfect for romantic dance floor spinning.

JM: Roxy Music certainly cornered the market on fearless romanticism. This song has such a sweet ache to it. I picked ‘em for my mix as well!

3. “Heroes” by David Bowie VH: There are many versions of this song, but I think this is the one I first heard dancing somewhere in Athens at a party.

There is always the chance when we first declare our love for someone else that it might be shot down/unreciprocated. It is an act of bravery to act on that feeling and declare your love.

Anywhere that there is a wall of any type that needs to be reached across, well this one is for you.

JM: Taking it to the next level. Bowie really digs in on this one, and it never gets old. I think I heard this was used for a commercial, which I’m glad I’ve never seen.

4. “Just Like Heaven” by The Cure VH: I understand Robert Smith wrote this for his new wife, and you can feel the happiness and love come through in his voice and in the lyrics.

JM: I’d never actually sat down and listened to this one before, but have noticed how it always picks up the party when it comes on. It’s that effortless, inviting feel.

5. “Ain’t No Cure for Love” (Leonard Cohen cover) by Jennifer Warnes VH: Jenny covers Lenny. I am a huge fan of both Leonard Cohen and Jennifer Warnes, and this song definitely belongs here for many reasons. No one can sing like Jennifer Warnes and no one writes more honestly about relationships and love than Leonard Cohen. The whole album is fantastic.

JM: Ah, you beat me to the Cohen… but it’s good because I’d picked one from the dark side. This is one I’d never heard.

6. “Let’s Stay Together” by Al Green VH: Who would or could leave Al after hearing this? His voice was one of the great ones of the 20th century, and here he uses it to full advantage—crooning, growling and pleading his case.

JM: Hearing your mix before I’d finished mine knocked some of my prime contenders out! I debated doing an All-Green Mixtape, because I mean really… can you ever get enough of that voice?

7. “Fly Me to the Moon” by Astrud Gilberto VH: Best known for “The Girl from Ipanema,” Astrud here lends her cool, spot-on delivery to a song that has been covered by many, many singers, making it all hers.

JM: I’ve got a total fixation with the lovers-who-areperformers-together. Astrud and Joao, Deborah Harry and Chris Stein, Exene and John, Kim and Thurston, Stevie and various members of Fleetwood Mac [hahaha]. My imagination goes wild!

8. “Mood Indigo” by Tony Bennett VH: Mr. Bennett released this record to commemorate Duke Ellington’s 100th birthday. Some interesting things happen with the trumpet toward the end of the song, courtesy of Wynton Marsalis. “Mood Indigo” was obviously written about the blues one suffers at the end of a relationship. This is precisely the type of record you must listen to, to get over it—cheerful, happy love songs will not do at all.

JM: Always heard this song referenced, as classics are, but never heard it before now. Only ever heard Tony Bennett on TV as a kid, too. Dang, this shizzle’s lushhhhhhhh.

9. “Cosmia” by Joanna Newsom VH: This is the last song on a concept record co-produced

by Joanna Newsom and Van Dyke Parks. The inspiration for Ys comes from a legend about a mythical Cornish town which was swallowed by the sea. Romantic fantasy anchored by beautiful voice, harp and orchestrations.

JM: She boggles.

10. “And I Love Her” by The Beatles VH: It’s just another love song until Paul McCartney sings, “Bright are the stars that shine, dark is the sky/ I know this love of mine, will never die.” George Harrison’s acoustic guitar lead is really cool. When I was a young lass, I thought this song was so romantic… and I still do.

JM: Ahhh, simpler times. Thanks, Vanessa dear!

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