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It’s been over 20 years since Consolidation took effect. So why are the property owners who live in the “Urban District” (within the old Augusta city limits) and the “Suburban District” (the rest of Richmond County) still paying different taxes and fees for the SAME services? I wonder if the mayor has thought about painting James Brown hits on the front of all the boarded up buildings. Now that would be a real tourist attraction.
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If the Augusta Commission doesn’t have the guts to let taxpayers decide where a new coliseum/civic center should be built, why should we pay for it? Tropical storm Don is supposed to be weak and have very little impact, but will make a lot of noise. That sounds so familiar, Don being weak but making a lot of noise... “Augusta city leaders considering street light fee to pay for deficit” The person who put all the street lights on Riverwatch Parkway less than 2 feet apart needs to be held accountable and pay for the light fees themselves. Not the citizens.
No matter who or what party is in power, the Constitutional rights of The USA are trampled. Dem’s want to take away 2nd amendment rights and promote a socialist society and the Republicans want a controlled society .. The latest of all vote id records to the central governmrnt and now face recognition programs tied to drivers licences and any activity to track every move we make. I am disgusted by the path the US is going. It is more a simulation of Naziism than the freedom that people think they have. It is pitiful that fear is overtaking our Country and undermining freedom. Actually the Kellyanne Conway card show was cute and simple, any Republican could understand it after just a few lessons. It really is amazing that his Highness Hardie Davis is trying to take credit for everything happening in Augusta whether it be cyber related or businesses on Broad Street. Someone needs to purchase and present him a Crown. He’s nothing but a ‘little man’ trying to fill big shoes. Deke didn’t do it all right when he was mayor but he certainly did lay the groundwork for the explosive growth downtown.
Society always blames African Americans for not working, but living on welfare. Only 13% of America is Africn-American. Most states dont even have them living there. If the billions of dollars spend on wellfare, foodstamp, and what have you, went to this group every year, they would all live in mansions after 3 years. So where is this government assistence money really go to? Dont you want to stop fooling yourself in this life? Exactly how many rednecks, hillbilly’s, welfare recipients, pretenders and wannabes are there in Augusta anyway? I sincerely hope that if Augusta (especially downtown) plans to become a cyber-security hub that overall security downtown increases. As an undergraduate and post-grad student I did a side-by-side study of Downtown Augusta and other “river” cities including, but definitely not limited to, Wilmington NC. Know what the glaring difference between Augusta and other thriving destination cities happens to be??? If people feel safe they will visit. Downtown Augusta lacks a constant police presence or at least appears to. In Wilmington NC, cops are on Segway, horseback, etc. While living in Downtown Augusta myself there was ONE patrolling cop that drove a UTV and one other that walked writing parking tickets. If you park on a side-street your car will get broken into. If criminals are comfortable doing their thing like has been the norm for years non-criminals will not feel safe working, living, nor visiting Downtown. I appreciate the fact that Sheriff Roundtree concentrates on Augusta’s intercity problems. But, I wish he would occasionally send some of his deputies to police the bad speeding problems on Riverwatch Parkway, Bobby Jones Expressway and I-20.
Every time I read about Augusta/Richmond County government, I am reminded of what Will Rodgers once said: “I don’t make jokes. I just watch the government and report the facts.” As a contrast to your right winger’s opinion, I find the multitude of leaks emanating from the Trump administration to be an informative, never ending snapshot of the rank incompetence in the White House. Yes, every single one of these leaks are important, and I believe the overwhelming majority to be coming from intelligence community true patriots, very good men and women who see a raging drunk behind the wheel of the White House and feel the need to stop it somehow. Remember, these are the same men and women who Trump has called Nazis and has belittled and dismissed regularly since before the main election, and most recently on foreign soil at the G20. Keep up the good work leakers!! Mayor Hardie Davis has got to go! He’s squandering our hard earned tax money on a big reelection staff, press secretary and God knows what else. The End of an Empire. We just refuse to address systematic racism on a national level. We will pay a horrific price for that. They will look at the smoldering ruins, and the ghost towns and ask. What happened to them ??...Divided they fell... 4 METROSPIRIT AUGUSTA’S INDEPENDENT VOICE SINCE 1989
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no Autographs, Please Jenny is Wright I’m not one to freak out when seeing celebrities. I’ve tagged along with friends, absorbing their excitement, and I’ll admit it’s pretty cool to be in the midst of someone you’ve seen on stage or the big screen, but I don’t typically seek out celebrity encounters. Don’t get me wrong. I love to drive through fancy neighborhoods and check out the stars’ homes. It’s a curiosity thing, probably bordering on nosiness. Whatever. I like to know details. Otherwise, unless it’s a specific meet and greet style event, I wouldn’t bother a famous person. Time with family is time with family. The girl got to meet Ben Platt, Tony award winner for Best Actor. She thought that was pretty neat, and he couldn’t have been more gracious. When she and her friend spotted him, the security guard was ushering him away. It was the end of the day. Cue two cute little girls with wide eyes and big smiles, and he said “I’ve got time for one more.” There’s a picture to prove it. This summer, while on a trip to visit family in LA, both kids were on high celebrity alert. David Hasselhoff lives on the street where we stayed. It’s LA. Famous people are everywhere. They always had their eyes peeled, just to catch a glimpse of someone. Anyone. They got luckier than they thought. We were in a parking deck, waiting on the valet guy to come back. He was taking forever. So much so, in fact, that my aunt was leaning over the counter, through the window, yelling, “HELLO,” to no avail. Around the corner walked a man with his two boys. Holy crap. It’s Jack Black. I really hope my kids don’t freak out. He started talking to us about the missing valet guy. “Why is it taking so long.” “Has anyone tried yelling?” I don’t know, and yes. The Boy walked over to me and got very close to my face, saying, “That guy looks a lot like Jack Black.” I told him there was a very good reason for that. He played it cool. The Girl almost did not. She loudly whispered, “That guy we are talking to looks kinda like Jack Black.” Once I confirmed her suspicion, she gasped, and I told her to calm down. We chatted with him for a few more minutes about a whole lot of nothing. Just as the valet returned, Jack Black’s kids walked around the corner, so I told mine they could ask for a photo. Had he been standing with his kids or having dinner, or if there’d been a crowd of people, I would not have drawn any attention to him. I never would’ve let them ask. Long story already too long, he happily took a picture with my people. He said he doesn’t normally do it, but he would. I wish I’d said, “Well, we will make an exception, too.” I didn’t want to push my luck. I’m kinda surprised he wasn’t giving us the middle finger in the picture. Fun fact: I met Tupac when he was filming the last movie he did before he died, “Gang Related.” He was incredibly kind and soft spoken, which surprised me. On the same set, we met Jim Belushi, who, though as nice as can be, was not as soft spoken. He warned my brother, who mentioned wanting to be on television one day, to stay away from the screen because of drugs. He was quick to point out that there’s no shortage of women when you’re in the biz.
There you have it. I guess part of the fun in meeting celebrities is being able to talk about it, right? Having photo evidence only sweetens the pot. In Publix one day, the sweetest woman approached my daughter and me, telling us how much she loves reading my column each week. I loved that she stopped and spoke to me, even though it was 8 a.m. on a Saturday, and I was with my child. I guess things might be a little different if I was doing blockbuster movies or starring on Broadway. I’m not, and will never be, so don’t be afraid. Say hello! Besides, we all know I’ll fake a phone call if I don’t wanna chat. Cheers! JENNY WRIGHT’S humorous observations on marriage, motherhood and living in Augusta have earned her a devoted following, both in print and on Facebook. When she’s not spying on other parents in the carpool line at school, you’ll probably find her with either a camera, tennis racquet or wine glass in her hand.
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the Deal of a lifetime Kris Fisher I got a call from an old friend the other day. This person wasn’t a close friend, more of just someone I knew from back in the day. One of those friends that you don’t remember how you met them, you just know them. Not exactly a person that I keep in touch with, but someone who I enjoy catching up with when they call. That’s why, when this friend said they wanted to get together for a drink, I said, “Yeah, sure” without hesitation. The friend, we’ll call them “Herbert” (totally not their real name), went on to say that they had an idea that they wanted to run by me. This is not unusual. I run a radio station and my own business. People talk to me about promotional ideas and business opportunities all the time so, once again, no hesitation in my agreement to meet. I was actually excited to hear what they had cooking. The only thing was that it was a holiday weekend and I was spending time with the fam. So I invited Herbert over for our cookout. They walked in with a friend — no worries. If you’re cool with Herbert, you’re cool with me. They even brought wine — SCORE! Then we dive in. I ask Herbert: “So, whatcha got?” Herbert whips out a laptop and goes into a spiel. Almost immediately I start noticing the signs: “Have you seen the pictures all over social media?” “What if you could make double what you make now and not work a day in your life?” By the time I was 30 seconds into their video presentation it was clear: This great business opportunity was a pyramid scheme. Most of us have been sucked into one of these before. It’s a long, drawn-out presentation, which I despise. On the BOLT personality scale, I’m a Bull: Just get to the point. But in the pyramid or, multi-level marketing presentation, getting to the point almost never happens. It’s almost as if they’re trying to get through the presentation without telling you what the actual point is. I remember sitting through what felt like an hour of promises of “residual income” and “making money while you sleep” and I still had absolutely no idea what it was I was selling. Herbert even called another person in the program to tell me how great it was. I didn’t even know if I would be selling. All I knew is that I was supposed to recruit my friends to do whatever it was that I was going to be doing. And, apparently, it was the easiest, most fun and profitable thing I could possibly do with my life. I’m not saying that it’s all a scam. I consider Herbert a smart person, so I trust that they have a handle on this. However, I’ve never known a single person that got rich, retired early or even held one of these multi-level network marketing systems as their sole form of income. I even told my wife, after she laughed hysterically at me for getting caught up in a pyramid scheme presentation in the middle of our family cookout, that I wouldn’t mind doing it as an experiment. But I settled for a quick online search and found that there’s a 99.7 percent opportunity for failure. With odds like that, I think I’ll just stick to the lottery. I don’t hate Herbert for bamboozling me with the presentation. In fact, I hope they reach all the heights promised and can retire early, also as promised. I’ll just approach “new opportunity” meetings with a lot more caution: Most likely at a neutral location, perhaps in a seat close to a door for a quick getaway. Y’know, just in case.
KRIS FISHER is the midday host and program director for HD98.3 and an Augusta radio staple. He is a husband, father of three and lover of all things adventurous, as well as activities most people would have outgrown years ago. djkfish.com. 20JULY2017
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Walton Way Deli has Closed its Doors When Walton Way Deli owners Michael and Lisa Hogue announced this week that the restaurant is closing its doors after more than 17 years in business, it was a surprise to many loyal customers. “Back in September of 1999, we opened a little place called the Walton Way Deli,” The Hogues posted on the restaurant’s Facebook page this week. “I had a hard time deciding what to name it so I just called it ‘Walton Way Deli’ because I figured people would automatically know where we were located. We wanted to make a small old fashioned place that was easily manageable and only open for lunch so we would have more time at home with our children.” The small deli slowly grew by word of mouth and over the past two decades many of the deli’s customers have become like family to the owners. But as of July 13, Walton Way Deli is closed. “We can no longer keep up with the cost to do business at our location with the increased rent and lease terms that have been imposed,” The Hogues wrote. “We want to thank all of our loyal customers who have been there all along. We also want to thank all of our employees who worked along side us day in and day out. It is going to take us some time to get over this loss. The Deli has been our identity and our life for so long but it is just time to move on in a new direction.” The Hogues say they will be focusing on their Augusta Honey Company in the future. “We are sorry that things ended so abruptly and we will miss you all,” The Hogues posted. “Thank you so very much.” There have been many changes along Walton Way since the deli first opened its doors in 1999. Shortly after Walton Way Deli opened, the legendary Duke Restaurant closed its doors on Walton Way in 2000. Whether people were looking for a traditional Southern breakfast or a quick lunch, Augustans loved eating at the horseshoe-shaped counter at Duke Restaurant, a family-owned business that everyone referred to as “Duke’s,” for more than 40 years. The late James Duke opened the restaurant on Walton Way back in the 1950s, and his son, David, eventually took it over. It was an Augusta landmark with its slogan, “Just Good Food,” but it was also a major hot spot for local politics in the Garden City. Everybody who was anybody in politics would frequent Duke for lunch. When Augustans watched Duke Restaurant close and eventually be torn down, it was a like a huge chunk of Augusta’s history was also destroyed. A few years later, residents were once again heartbroken when Smoak’s Bakery on Walton Way closed its doors in 2004. Smoak’s Bakery first began in the early 1930s as an operation run from the kitchen of Daniel Smoak’s mother on Central Avenue. As the bakery grew, it expanded into a catering service and eventually moved to Walton Way in 1984. It was a local treasure that offered desserts and pastries residents still dream about to this day. People also won’t soon forget their fond memories of the Delta Sandwich Shoppe, tucked away on Wilson Street just off of Central Avenue.
Each and every day in this tiny restaurant in the Hill area, locals longed to smell fresh ground meat being slapped on a hot grill and cooked to perfection. Delta Sandwich Shoppe was known for serving up thick patties that were slightly crunchy on the outside, but moist and juicy on the inside. In 2003, professional golfer and native Augustan Charles Howell III told Golf Digest that the Delta Sandwich Shoppe at 1208 Wilson Street was one of his favorite spots in the Garden City. “Not many people will drive out of their way for a hamburger, but believe me, the Perry Burger is one great burger,” Howell told Golf Digest. “It was named after the original owner of the shop, Perry Whitaker. He passed away a while back, but the burger lives on.” Delta Sandwich Shoppe was pure Augusta nostalgia. However, this longtime tradition eventually came to a close in 2011 when then-owner Tammy Jeffers had to shut its doors after running the restaurant for about 10 years. Most residents’ fondest memories of Delta Sandwich Shoppe were from when the restaurant was owned by former Augusta police chief Jim Beck. Even though it was just a small hole in the wall on a side street off Central Avenue, everyone knew it was the place for a burger. Longtime Augustans were guaranteed that each burger was always built to order and tasted like it just came off your father’s backyard grill. Let’s face it, change is hard in Augusta and losing locally owned restaurants is even tougher. Residents must remember to eat local whenever possible because it not only helps support the community, but it helps keep Augusta’s history alive.
lucas oil let augusta Down the Savannah RiveR will be much quieter this weekend thanks to the sudden cancellation of the 31st annual Augusta Southern Nationals drag boat event. The sanctioning body of the event, Lucas Oil Drag Boat Racing Series, announced just last Friday that it was immediately canceling half of the remaining races for 2017, which included the Augusta race, due to “reoccurring financial losses” during the race series. “To ensure the continuing viability of the Lucas Oil Drag Boat series, the decision has been made to shorten the 2017 Race schedule by three events,” said Mike Chastain, race director of the Lucas Oil Drag Boat Racing Series. “We apologize for the late notice but the economies obtained by the cuts will help us move forward to construct a more robust race series in 2018.” Augusta wasn’t the only city impacted. The Lucas Oil Fall Shootout in San Angelo, Texas, scheduled for Sept. 30-Oct. 1, was also canceled, along with the Lucas Oil Thunder on the River in Parker, Ariz., on Oct. 13-15. But at least those events were given a little bit of notice. Augusta was only given one week. One week to clean up Lucas Oil’s mess. Still on the schedule for 2017 is the Marble Falls Lakefest in Marble Falls, Texas, from Aug. 11-13, the 7th Annual Diamond of the Drag Boats Nationals in Wheatland, Mo., from Sept. 1-3, 10 METROSPIRIT AUGUSTA’S INDEPENDENT VOICE SINCE 1989
and the Lucas Oil Drag Boat Finals in Phoenix, Ariz., from Nov. 3-5. But who really knows what next year will bring? The cancellation of the Augusta Southern Nationals drag boat race was heartbreaking news for those who’ve worked hard all year long preparing for the event. In last week’s press release, Race Chairman Dayton Sherrouse stated that it was extremely devastating news for everyone concerned with this annual event, particularly with the short notice involved. “Without the sanctioning body and the tasks they perform for the race such as course setup, timing system, rescue boats, driver registration, technical inspection, safety personnel, insurance and scheduling of general race activities, the race cannot be held,” last week’s press release stated. “As far as the future of the race in Augusta the Augusta Southern Nationals will continue to monitor the situation with Lucas and any other sanctioning bodies.” Fans of the Augusta Southern Nationals were completely disappointed because those who enjoy drag boat racing love it with a passion. It gets in their blood. For those unfamiliar with Augusta Southern Nationals drag boat racing, it is an acceleration race over a measured quarter mile straightaway on water between two high performance race boats. 20JULY2017
As two boats are “paired up” on the holding rope, a countdown clock begins before the boats get the green light. During competition, if either boat crosses the starting line before the green light is illuminated, it is disqualified, according to the Augusta Southern Nationals’ website. Each boat is allowed to qualify for eliminations by making at least one quarter-mile timed run. Each of the boats is clocked for an elapsed time that is determined from the time it takes the boat to cover the quarter-mile race from start to finish. Only the top qualifying boats compete in the championship elimination rounds. The winner of each round of racing advances to the next round until only one boat remains as the class winner. Some people wait all year just for the Southern Nationals races to come rolling around. The races were almost here. They were just one week away. Fans could almost smell the fuel in the air and feel the ground shake underneath them, but then this year’s event was canceled. Now, Augustans will have to wait another year to see if the drag boats will return to the Savannah River. For some, that’s a very long wait. And now organizers are left having to return the money to patrons who have already purchased their tickets. Residents who purchased their tickets from an outlet or an individual are asked to seek a refund from the point of purchase. For those who purchased tickets at a Greg’s Gas Plus location, they will need to bring the ticket or badge to Penny Barlow at 1295 West Martintown Rd. in North Augusta. Her number is 803-819-9242. All tickets purchased online at tickets.augustasouthernnationals. org will be refunded. What a mess. Let’s just hope next summer will be a much better year for the Lucas Oil Drag Boat Racing Series and drag boat racing can once again return to Augusta.
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Jump in the car and leave your troubles behind. It’s time to explore the world of antiques in Georgia.
By Stacey Eidson
For many people, hunting antiques is literally like looking for lost treasure across uncharted lands. You jump in the car and you never know exactly what you’ll find or where you’ll end up, but half the fun is in the adventure. While the Augusta area is filled with excellent antique shops such as Mema Had One on Washington Road and Midtown Market on Kings Way, there are hundreds of antique and secondhand stores all across Georgia that can’t be missed. So, whether you are headed to the beach, the mountains or the big city of Atlanta this summer, don’t forget to enjoy the ride and do some exploring along the way at some of these fine antique shops across the Peach State. aunt Tique and Uncle Junk’s in Thomson Located a short 45-minute drive from Augusta, Aunt Tique and Uncle Junk’s is one of those truly unique shops that cleverly combines a whole store full of wallto-wall antiques, stained glass, used furniture and iron fencing with original folk art and modern touches that would fit perfectly in anyone’s home. Originally opened in December 2000, Uncle Junk’s is located at 210 First Ave. and it is a wonderful surprise for those venturing into downtown Thomson. 210 First Ave Thomson, Ga. 706-595-2296 facebook.com/unclejunksthomson 12 METROSPIRIT AUGUSTA’S INDEPENDENT VOICE SINCE 1989
red Hound antique market in Commerce With a 30,000-square-foot mall filled with more than 40 vendors offering antiques, repurposed furniture, home decor, hand-crafted merchandise and metal yard art, the Red Hound Antique Market is an easy stop just off Interstate 85 right across from the Tanger Outlet Mall in Commerce. And the prices throughout the store are extremely reasonable. But, of course, who wouldn’t expect to find great deals in a city called Commerce, right? 277 Pottery Factory Dr. Commerce, Ga. 706-335-3353 20JULY2017
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Lexington Vintage in Athens While Athens might be viewed as more of a college town known for its music scene, the city also offers some pretty cool stores including Lexington Vintage. Opened since 2014, this multi-vendor marketplace focuses on vintage and antiques items as well as architectural salvage, up-cycled pieces, local art and revamped furniture with an artistic twist. The store welcomes all “funky junk lovers” to come and explore its treasures. Just look for “Rocket the Rooster,” the store’s giant 10foot rooster on the post out front of the shop. “Rocket” weighs in at 300 pounds, so you can’t miss him. 1743 Lexington Rd. Athens, Ga. 706-227-6867 lexingtonvintageathens.com Ian Henderson’s Antique Mall in Monroe First off, any store that claims it’s the “world’s largest antique mall” is definitely worth checking out. And let’s just say, Ian Henderson’s is absolutely enormous with almost 100,000 square feet of space that includes more than 500 dealer booths offering everything from antique furniture to model trains to vintage vinyl. Located in Monroe, Ga.’s historic Walton Cotton Mill, which dates back to 1899, it is the perfect atmosphere for any serious antique shopper. The booths are literally crammed with some of the finest antiques, vintage and estate liquidation items you’ll find in the Peach State. It has taken the Henderson family more than 50 years and three generations to create this antique emporium and it’s worth the drive to Monroe. 600 South Broad St. Monroe, Ga. 770-266-6696 ianhendersonsantiquemall.com Vintage Revival Antiques in Monroe Located literally right next door to Ian Henderson’s Antique Mall is Vintage Revival Antiques in the Monroe Cotton Mill, which dates back to 1895. A local family bought the shuttered mill from Avondale Mills back in 2008 to save it from demolition. Since that time, the mill has undergone extensive renovations, restorations and rehabilitation to turn the property into a functional mixed-use modern facility. With a 55,000-squarefoot store, Vintage Revival focuses on the sale and consignment of vintage, eclectic, repurposed and antique goods of all shapes and sizes. 601 South Madison Ave., Suite 100 Monroe, Ga. 678-635-7533 vintagerevivalantiques.com Main Street Market Antique Mall in Swainsboro This is a very unusual antique store because the Main Street Market Antique Mall is actually a venture of the Downtown Development Authority of Swainsboro. The mall not only offers 12,000 square feet of retail space with more than 60 individual booths selling antiques, but it also includes the Swainsboro Museum of Coca-Cola Advertisement which features hundreds of rare, vintage Coca-Cola Items. The mall claims it is the “best kept secret in Swainsboro.” 215 West Main Swainsboro, Ga. 478-237-0936 mainstreetmarketswainsboro.com 20JULY2017
Junk in the Trunk in Athens Also located in Athens is the family-owned antique store, Junk in the Trunk, that first opened its doors in 2011. The 10,000-squarefoot store was voted Athens’ Best Kept Secret Shop by readers of The Athens Banner-Herald in 2015 and offers antique furniture, vintage clothing, collectibles and home decor. It’s a great way to spend the day and the prices are unbelievable. 590 Olympic Dr. Athens, Ga. 706-548-3036 junkinthetrunkathensga.com
Kudzu Antiques in Decatur and Sandy Springs When it comes to antique shops in the Atlanta area, there are definitely a lot of choices, but one store absolutely cannot be missed: Kudzu Antiques. This family-owned business has been operating for more than 35 years and now offers the Atlanta area two locations: a 25,000-square-foot store only a few miles from downtown Decatur and a 24,000-square-foot store in Sandy Springs. Kudzu is known for importing finds from around the world and creating an eclectic mix of old and new throughout its stores. Over the years, Kudzu has been featured on several television shows and networks, such as American Pickers, HGTV and Good Morning Atlanta. It has also consistently been voted “Atlanta’s Best” antique store by readers of Atlanta Magazine since 1979. In fact, the store is said to be extremely popular among some celebrities, including Grammy award-winning singer Jennifer Nettles, who reportedly said Kudzu was her “favorite store to shop.” 2928 East Ponce de Leon Ave. Decatur, Ga. 404-373-6498 and 6450 Roswell Rd. Sandy Springs, Ga. 404-255-2548 kudzuantiques.com AUGUSTA’S INDEPENDENT VOICE SINCE 1989
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Scott Antique Markets in Atlanta This isn’t your ordinary antique market. For more than two decades, Don Scott, founder of the Scott Antique Markets, made a living buying and selling antiques. He traveled the country along with several family members, finding antiques and selling them at various antique shows. But after being a longtime exhibitor, Scott decided he wanted to start his own show and he began his first market in Atlanta almost 30 years ago. Since that time, it has become a huge success. Now, with four generations of Scotts working the show, the Scott Antique Markets are stronger than ever. But guests must plan their visit carefully. The Scott Antique Markets in Atlanta are only held the second weekend of every month at the Atlanta Expo Centers, so mark your calendar. 3650 Jonesboro Rd., SE Atlanta, Ga. 404-361-2000 scottantiquemarket.com Woodstock Market in Acworth The Woodstock Market in Acworth is also an unusual antique store because, while it provides a permanent shop with more than 125 dealers selling both vintage and handcrafted pieces, it also offers “market days” on on the first weekend of the month. On these “market days,” vendors set up shop outdoors on the first Saturday and Sunday of each month, so “pickers” can easily browse the unique items while enjoying Atlanta’s weather. The Woodstock Market also holds a “junk day” about six times a year that the owners like to call a “swap meet on steroids.” Guests joke that the only rule on junk day is vendors can “sell anything that’s legal.” 5500 Bells Ferry Rd. Acworth, Ga. 770-517-7771 woodstockmarket.com Red Baron’s Antiques in Sandy Springs When it comes to antiques, stores in the Atlanta area go big or go home and Red Baron’s Antiques in Sandy Springs is no different. Red Baron’s bills itself as the “world’s best antique store” and it definitely has a huge inventory. Customers can browse everything from historic pub bars to classic cars to antique firearms to exquisite stained glass windows. The store even regularly offers the “Red Baron Auction Extravaganza,” that allows guests to bid for items in a fun, exciting atmosphere. 8655 Roswell Rd. Sandy Springs, Ga. 770-640-4604 rbantiques.com
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The Rustic Rooster at Dahlonega After living in Jacksonville, Fla., for many years, married couple and business partners Marianne and Mark Quigg moved to Dahlonega in May of 2015. Once they settled into their new rural life, they opened The Rustic Rooster in a quaint red barn about five miles outside of Dahlonega on Highway 52. The Rustic Rooster specialize in antiques, re-purposed furniture, rustic items, jewelry and handmade gifts. But this antique store also takes great pride in the local economy and carries several locally made products such as candles, farmhouse herbals and handmade signs that naturally fit in with the owners’ vision for the store. 5256-B Highway 52 East Dahlonega, Ga. 706-482-0507 rusticroosterda.com Old School House Antiques & More Mall in Murrayville Located in a historic former school house in the north Georgia mountains between Dahlonega and Cleveland, The Old School House Antiques is more than just an antique mall. It’s a step back in time. There is more than 13,000 square feet of antiques, furniture, collectibles and jewelry situated in the former school’s spacious hallways. As visitors browse the antiques, the store pumps oldies music throughout the former school to bring back some found memories of the past. 6519 Highway 52 Murrayville, Ga. 706-867-8604 oldschoolhousemall.com/index.html Yesterday’s Antique Market in Macon With more than 150 vendors offering thousands of items from classic Americana to antique furniture in a 25,000-square-foot store, Yesterday’s Antiques Market is an easy and fun stop off Interstate 75 at exit 171 in Macon. As one of the newest and largest climate-controlled indoor markets in middle Georgia, Yesterday’s also features an eight-acre parking lot to host monthly yard sales, car shows and auctions. And if the kids get bored while the parents shop, Yesterday’s also offers a flat-screen television, a sample of some goodies and plush couches for their enjoyment. 4821 Sheraton Dr. Macon, Ga. 478-474-1566 yesterdaysantiquemarket.com 20JULY2017
Soul Sisters Antiques & Home Decor in Dawsonville Just last fall, Soul Sisters Antiques moved from its original location in downtown Dawsonville to a new, much larger 9,000-square-foot shop located off Highway 53 in the State Farm Plaza, less than a mile from GA 400. Soul Sisters and partners, Sandy Alexander, Kelly Edwards and Linda Dinsmore, wanted to create a fun, convenient place for shoppers to enjoy and love all things old. This new store includes more than 20 artists, antique dealers and professional decorators to help customers find that perfect item for their home. 40 Hightower Parkway Dawsonville, Ga. 770-871-1631 soulsistersantiques.com Antique Theatre in Perry Located in downtown Perry, this antique shop is housed in the town’s former movie theater that was built back in 1949. The historic theater, constructed by the Muse family and opened in 1950, quickly became an extremely popular hangout in town. The theater is still in the hearts and memories of many Perry residents, but the theater officially closed down in the late 1970s and remained vacant until 2012. Today, the former movie theater is now filled with antiques, vintage furniture, linens, glassware, books, jewelry and eclectic items. The first floor has more than 4,000 square feet of showroom space with the balcony and the upstairs lobby holding an additional 2,000 square feet. The Antique Theatre is also easily accessible to newcomers because it’s located just one mile off of Interstate 75 at exit 136. 806 Commerce St. Perry, Ga. perryantiquetheatre.com
Wright Square Antique Mall in Savannah Even though there are dozens of incredible antique stores throughout the Savannah area, many “pickers” are particularly fond of the Wright Square Antique Mall located in the heart of downtown Savannah on State Street. With more than 30 local dealer booths, this antique store which opened in 2010 is known for its diverse collections that offer customers everything from upscale furnishings to funky fashions at reasonable prices. 14 West State St. Savannah, Ga. 912-234-6700 wsantiquemall.wixsite.com/wsam
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The lasT Time singer-guitarist Warren Haynes visited Augusta with his band Gov’t Mule, it was for the 2015 Masters Week celebration The Major Rager. It’s Friends With Benefits that’s bringing Haynes and Gov’t Mule back to Augusta, this time for the Riverwalk Revival at the Jessye Norman Amphitheatre on August 1. The last time he visited, Haynes told the Metro Spirit that he was excited to come because of the way he felt about the Godfather of Soul. “James Brown created a fresh sound that changed the world as much as The Beatles did,” he told Metro Spirit Publisher Joe White in 2015. “To this day, when I’m trying to define the epitome of what groove is, it’s James Brown. To me, there is no question about it. His music, when I listen to it today, it is even better than it was 50 years ago.” And that’s saying something, because Haynes is no music business slouch. He was a member of the Allman Brothers Band for 25 years and has performed with the likes of the Grateful Dead, Bob Dylan, John Lee Hooker, Eric Clapton and B.B. King, just to name a few. James Brown was the reason Haynes and company were excited to visit Augusta in 2015. They’re anxious to get back to Augusta now, but for completely different reasons. Augusta is one of the first stops on Gov’t Mule’s latest tour, which begins July 28, to promote their new album “Revolution Come… Revolution Go,” released in June of this year. “We’re just really excited to be playing the new material,” he explained. “This is our first Gov’t Mule record in almost four years. We’re really looking forward to this next year or so on the road where we’re going to spread the word.” The album, he said, is a new chapter for the band, as well as a look back at where they’ve been. “Well, I think the big motivation behind making the new record was embarking on a new chapter for us, having just celebrated our 20th anniversary as a band,” Haynes explained. “Our last record, ‘Shout!,’ was the record leading up to the 20th anniversary and we kind of felt like it was a culmination of everything that led up to that point. For this record, we’re looking at it like a new beginning. We started talking, I guess a year and a half or two years ago, about what kind of record we were going to want to make and the consensus seemed to be, ‘Let’s go back to the very beginning and revisit our earliest roots, but let’s also go into some new directions that we’ve never explored before.’ Looking back on it now, that’s what we were able to achieve and I’m very happy with the way it came out.” RiveRwalk Revival w/Gov’t Mule, Galactic Jessye Norman Amphitheatre Tuesday, August 1 6-11 p.m. $34.50, general admission; $69.50, pit fwbpro.com
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Calendar: 20 | Music Listings: 26 If you have any questions, or would like to submit an event to our calendar, please email Amy Christian at amy@themetrospirit.com.
Sold! iF you love the thrill of the chase and the chance to match wits with others over a piece of art or furniture that you just have to have, then you’ll definitely want to attend Thursday night’s art and antique auction at the Unisys Building. The event, in which admission is free, begins with refreshments and a silent auction at 6 p.m. The real fun begins at 7 p.m. in the form of a live auction. Free admission. A chance to mingle with friends and make new ones. Taking home some exquisite pieces. All of this sounds great, right? Of course. The best part of this event, however, is that proceeds benefit When Help Can’t Wait, a local nonprofit that aids nursing home residents with quality of life items that many facilities simply can’t afford to provide anymore. When Help Can’t Wait relies on donations and sales from their Classy Closet, an upscale secondhand store offering men’s and women’s clothing, as well as accessories and home décor items. The store is located in their office at 3843 Martinez Blvd., Suite 101. The Classy Closet does a brisk business because they have name-brand items at very low prices. Like any nonprofit, though, they could always use more money. That’s where the Art & Antique Auction comes in, and it’s even more reason for you to come, hold up that paddle and listen for the auctioneer to shout “Sold!” art & antique auction Unisys Building, River Place Condominiums Thu July 20 6pm - 10pm Free 706-650-9467 whenhelpcantwait.com
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If working in the garden and drinking beer are two of your favorite activities, then you might want to get to theClubhou. se tonight from 5-7 p.m. There, they’ll be hosting Growler Gardening where, in exchange for weeding and mulching, participants will raise a glass of locally brewed beer together. Can’t make it Friday night? Then head to the Masters Table Soup Kitchen from 9 a.m.-noon on Saturday for a work day in their herb and veggie garden. Families welcome, so no beer at this one. Visit augustalocallygrown.org.
This summer, Hands to Paws Rescue has been working to recruit more foster families for all the dogs in Augusta who need loving temporary homes. Today, they’ll celebrate their continuing efforts at the Dog Days of Summer event at Timms Harley Davidson from 2:30-5 p.m. The event will feature refreshments, live music, an opportunity to learn about local animal rescues and become a foster family, rescue dog adoptions, dog bathing, microchipping and more. Visit hands2paws.org or augustahd.com.
The Soul City Sirens, Augusta’s flat-track roller derby team, are experts at flying around on roller skates, weaving in and out of packs of other players and, occasionally, knocking each other down. If you’ve always admired their abilities, tonight’s your chance to see if you have what it takes to join them. No experience is necessary to come to this two-day Roller Derby Bootcamp, from 7-10 p.m. tonight and tomorrow night, all gear is provided (except for a mouthguard) and they’ll even provide childcare. Visit soulcitysirens.com.
If you require a reward for doing any kind of physical exercise, then Yoga on Tap, tonight at 7 p.m. at Stillwater Taproom, might be the perfect class for you. For $20, you’ll get a one-hour vinyasa flow yoga class as well as a pint of beer afterwards. But hurry: There are only 10 spots available for this class, and it’s very popular. For obvious reasons. Visit facebook.com/TipsyTreesYoga/.
For more information on these events, see our calendar of events on page 20.
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registration required. Call 706-821-1300 or visit augustametrochamber.com.
Sat July 22
10:30am Effective Communication Diamond Lakes Community Center Part of the Winning in Augusta community empowerment workshop series for south Augusta residents. Free. Call 762-218-1950.
Tue July 25
2pm - 4pm Digital Library Branch Info Session Aiken Public Library Call 803-642-2023 or visit abbe-lib.org.
2pm - 4pm PowerPoint for Beginners Diamond Lakes Branch Library Pre-registration required. Call 706-772-2432 or visit arcpls.org.
5pm Augusta Mature Professionals Meeting
“Hachi” Aiken Public Library Fri July 21 1pm Part of the Dog Days of Summer movie series going on Fridays through August 11. 803-642-2023 abbe-lib.org
ARTS Thu July 20
6pm Art Now Artist Talk/Exhibition Morris Museum of Art Featuring Marilyn Murphy. Free. Call 706724-7501 or visit themorris.org.
Fri July 21
Noon Art at Lunch: American Paintings from the Collection of Wesleyan College Morris Museum of Art Exhibition curator Lisa Sloben will discuss the works on display and the history of the school’s collection. $12, members; $16, non-members. Catered lunch included. Pre-registration required. Call 706-724-7501 or visit themorris.org.
Sat July 22
10am - 2pm Acrylics Made Easy: Summer Landscape Aiken Center for the Arts $60; pre-registration required. Call 803-6419094 or visit aikencenterforthearts.org.
Mon July 24
Le Chat Noir A burlesque live drawing event featuring contests, performances, prizes and more. $10, advance; $12 at the door. Call 706-7223322 or visit lcnaugusta.com.
Thu July 27
6pm Camera (Geek) Night Artus Co-Op A night of connections, information, swap shop and learning for camera geeks and photographers. Visit facebook.com/pages/ Artus-Co-op/532417963629102.
CAMPS Ongoing
8am - 4:30pm Summer Adventures Day Camp H.O. Weeks Center, Aiken A camp for those ages 5-12 that includes activities based around each week’s theme. Camps are held weekly through August 18, and early drop-off at 7:30 a.m. and late pick-up at 5 p.m. are available. For more information, call 803-642-7631 or visit cityofaikensc.gov.
10am - noon Oil Painting
9am - 3pm Camp Kroc
175 N. Louisville St., Harlem A Harlem Arts Council class. $20 per class; pre-registration required. Call 706-5566656 or visit harlemartscouncil.org.
Kroc Center A camp for those ages 5-12 in which participants will enjoy swimming, arts & crafts, group games, sports, Bible lessons and more. Before- and after-care available. Members: $400 per session; non-members, $600 a session. Sessions available through August 11. Pre-registration required. Call 706-
Wed July 26
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Your Pie, North Augusta A networking group welcoming those ages 50 (approximately) and older. The group holds casual monthly meeting that feature no dues, just food and networking. Call 706267-8833 or just come to the meeting.
Wed July 26 364-5762 or visit salvationarmyaugusta.org.
DANCE Sat July 22
6pm - 11pm Ballroom Social and Workshop Fusion Ballroom Workshops including American Style Smooth at 6 p.m. and American Style Rhythm at 7 p.m. with special guest instructor Derrek Walters. A social will follow and participants don’t need a partner or previous experience. $10, social; $20, one workshop; $35, both workshops. Call 706-750-0865 or visit fusionballroomofaugusta.com.
EDUCATION Thu July 20
10am - 7pm Open House Southern Wesleyan University, North Augusta A drop-in event in which participants can learn about the programs offered, which are geared toward working adults. Those who attend will have their application fees waived. Call 803426-7981 or visit swu.edu/northaugusta.
11:30am Understanding and Managing Employee Healthcare and Benefits Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce A Third Thursday Business Builder lunch meeting sponsored by the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce and featuring presenters Mellisa White and Tiffany Coleman. Lunch is provided. Free, chamber members; $15, non-members. Pre-
11:30am Environment Matters Lunch and Learn Columbia County Library Led by Margarete Alligood. Participants should bring their own lunches. Preregistration required. Call 706-863-1946, ext. 4, or visit gchrl.org.
6pm Tertulia: Spanish Conversation Group Headquarters Branch Library A group for beginner to intermediate Spanish speakers. Call 317-695-4748.
Ongoing
Code Bootcamp theClubhou.se Applications are now being accepted for the fall semester of Code Bootcamp, a class designed to help those who are under- or unemployed start a new career in coding and web development. Classes are Mondays-Thursdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., August 14-November 17. Financial assistance is available and applications are due Friday, July 21. For more information or to get an application, visit augustacodeschool.com.
James Brown Family Historical Tour Augusta Museum of History Available each Saturday at 11 a.m. and lasting approximately two hours, this bus tour includes Brown’s elementary school, his childhood home, his statue and more. $15 fee, includes admission to the museum, which houses the largest collection of James Brown memorabilia. Reservations 24 20JULY2017
hours in advance required. Call 803-6402090 or visit jamesbrownfamilyfdn.org.
FLIX
Walton Options An Independent Life Skills class focusing on health, fitness and nutrition. Pre-registration required. Call 706-724-6262.
Fri July 21
6:30pm - 9:30pm Breastfeeding Class
1pm “Hachi”
Aiken Public Library Part of the Dog Days of Summer movie series going on Fridays through August 11. Call 803-642-2023 or visit abbe-lib.org.
Doctors Hospital Pre-registration required. Call 706-651-2229 or visit doctors-hospital.net.
3pm Summer Afternoon Movie for Children
10am Chair Yoga
Diamond Lakes Branch Library A G-rated selection will play on the library’s almost big screen and participants are invited to bring their own snacks. Call 706772-2432 or visit arcpls.org.
Tue July 25 10am “Wall-E”
Maxwell Branch Library Call 706-793-2020 or visit arcpls.org.
2pm “The Lego Batman Movie” Friedman Branch Library Free. Call 706-736-6758 or visit arcpls.org.
2pm Summer Afternoon Family Movie Appleby Branch Library A movie for all ages in which participants can bring their own snacks. Pre-registration required. Call 706-736-6244 or visit arcpls.org.
5:45pm Free Movie Tuesdays Headquarters Branch Library Call 706-821-2600 for weekly selections. Visit arcpls.org.
Wed July 26
10:30am Summer Movie Break for Teens Appleby Branch Library A PG-13 rated feature on the library’s almost big screen in which participants can bring their own snacks. Pre-registration required for groups of six or more. Call 706-736-6244 or visit arcpls.org.
Thu July 27
10:30am Summer Movie Break for Adults Appleby Branch Library A PG-13 rated feature on the library’s almost big screen in which participants can bring their own snacks. Pre-registration required for groups of six or more. Call 706-736-6244 or visit arcpls.org.
4pm “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” Interactive Movie Aiken Public Library A celebration of Harry Potter’s birthday for those in grades 6-12. Call 803-642-2023 or visit abbe-lib.org.
HEALTH Thu July 20
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Fri July 21
Georgia Cancer Center Open to anyone being treated at the center. Call 706-721-0472 or visit augusta.edu.
Mon July 24
9am Pet Therapy Georgia Cancer Center Call 706-721-0472 or visit augusta.edu.
1pm Music Therapy Georgia Cancer Center Sessions include music-assisted relaxation, drumming to the beat and group. Call 706721-0472 or visit augusta.edu.
6:30pm Refit Headquarters Branch Library A free cardio dance class. Call 706-8212600 or visit arcpls.org.
Tue July 25
10am - noon HIV Testing Maxwell Branch Library Free, confidential testing, counseling and treatment referrals from Augusta University’s Ryan White Outreach Team. Call 706-793-2020 or visit arcpls.org.
4:30pm Women’s Center Tour University Hospital Free, but pre-registration required. Call 706774-2825 or visit universityhealth.org.
Wed July 26
5pm Breastfeeding Class University Hospital Free, but pre-registration required. Call 706774-2825 or visit universityhealth.org.
Thu July 27
6:30pm - 9pm Your Amazing Baby Augusta University Medical Center Pre-registration is required for this baby care class. Call 706-721-8283 or visit augusta.edu.
7pm Infant CPR Class University Hospital Pre-registration required. Call 706-774-2825 or visit universityhealth.org.
HOBBIES Thu July 20
6:30pm - 8:30pm PWN AUG Chess Club Meeting The Book Tavern
A club open to all ages and skill levels. Participants are encouraged to bring their own chess sets. Call 706-826-1940 or visit booktavern.com.
Sat July 22
10am - 12:30pm Kids in the Kitchen Helms College Part of the Saturday Chef series, this one for young chefs. $75; pre-registration required. Call 706-651-9707 or visit helmscontinuingeducation.com.
10:30am Chess for Beginners The Book Tavern A free event in which chess sets will be provided. Visit augustachess.com.
Mon July 24
10:30am Cooking with Carmen Friedman Branch Library An event in which Carmen Scruggs from the Richmond County Extension Office will teach participants how to prepare affordable, healthy meals. Call 706-736-6758 or visit arcpls.org.
11am Rock Painting Workshop Aiken Public Library A workshop for those ages 12 and up (those under 12 can come with a parent) in which all supplies are provided. Pre-registration required. Call 803-642-2020, ext. 1131, or visit abbe-lib.org.
Thu July 20
10:30am Worm Farm Story Time Appleby Branch Library A story time about earthworms, after which participants ages 9 and up will create an earthworm home. Pre-registration required. Call 706-736-6244 or visit arcpls.org.
4pm Frankentoys Aiken Public Library An activity for those in grades 6-12 in which participants will dismember old toys to create new ones. Call 803-642-2023 or visit abbe-lib.org.
Fri July 21
10am Preschool Craft Time Maxwell Branch Library Pre-registration required. Call 706-793-2020 or visit arcpls.org.
10:15am Story Time Fridays Aiken Public Library Stories, songs and interactive activities. Story time for babies (0-23 months) begins at 10:15 a.m., toddlers (2-3 years) at 11 a.m. and preschoolers (4-5 years) at 11:45 a.m. Participants and caregivers are encouraged to participate. Call 803-642-2023 or visit abbe-lib.org.
10:30am Story Times North Augusta’s Nancy Carson Library Story time for those ages 0-2 begins at 10:30 a.m., and story time for those ages 3-6 begins at 11:15 a.m. Call 803-279-5767 or visit abbe-lib.org. AUGUSTA’S INDEPENDENT VOICE SINCE 1989
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Together Augusta Shoes for Schoolchildren
Ballroom Social and Workshop Fusion Ballroom Sat July 22 6pm - 11pm Workshops including American Style Smooth at 6 p.m. and American Style Rhythm at 7 p.m. with special guest instructor Derrek Walters. A social will follow and participants don’t need a partner or previous experience. $10, social; $20, one workshop; $35, both workshops. 706-750-0865 fusionballroomofaugusta.com.
WAFJ 88.3 and Samaritan’s Feet International will begin collecting funds to give each child in a selected local school a new pair of shoes at the beginning of the school year. Shoe Stops, in which participants can donate $20 per pair, will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the month. For a list of Shoe Stop sites, or to donate online, visit wafj.com.
LITERARY Thu July 20
3pm - 5pm Comic Books and Graphic Novels Maxwell Branch Library Call 706-793-2020 or visit arcpls.org.
6pm Summer Reading Book Club Headquarters Branch Library “March: Book 3” a graphic novel about the civil rights movement, will be discussed. Copies available at the library or at the Book Tavern. Call 706-434-2036 or visit arcpls.org.
Fri July 21 1pm - 3pm Friday Summer Fun
Story Time
Mistletoe State Park A naturalist-led kid-friendly activity time. Children should be dressed to play outside and should bring water and sunscreen. $3, plus $5 parking. Call 706-514-0321 or visit gastateparks.org/mistletoe.
Barnes & Noble Call 706-737-0012 or visit bn.com.
3pm Minecraft Fun North Augusta’s Nancy Carson Library An event in which participants will make crafts, play games and have a chance to win a Lego Minecraft set. Call 803-279-5767 or visit abbe-lib.org.
Sat July 22
9am - 4pm Safe Sitter Doctors Hospital A class for those ages 11-13. Pre-registration required. Call 706-651-4343 or visit doctorshospital.net.
10:30am Family Lego Time Appleby Branch Library Pre-registration required. Call 706-736-6244 or visit arcpls.org.
Mon July 24
10am Pond Exploration Reed Creek Park A program in which participants ages 5 and up will learn about the animals living in the park’s ponds. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free, members; $2 per child, non-members. Call 706-210-4027 or visit phobbs@columbiacountyga.gov.
10:30am - 11:30am Jr. Lego Club Headquarters Branch Library For those ages 2-4. Legos provided. Preregistration required. Call 706-821-2623 or visit arcpls.org.
1:30pm Predator vs. Prey Reed Creek Park Part of the Amazing Animal Mondays series for those ages 5 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free, members; $2 per child, non-members. Call 706-210-4027 or visit phobbs@columbiacountyga.gov.
11am Sensory Story Time Headquarters Branch Library Sponsored by Georgia Libraries for Accessible Statewide Services (GLASS), this event is designed to engage kids through movement, music, stories and sensory activity play and is ideal for children with autism spectrum disorders, sensory integration challenges or children who have trouble sitting still. All ages welcome. Preregistration encouraged. Call 706-821-2625 or visit arcpls.org.
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Tue July 25
10am Story Time with the Savannah River Ecology Lab Headquarters Branch Library An event for children ages 4-9 that will feature live animals. Pre-registration required. Call 706-821-2623 or visit arcpls.org.
4pm Teen Guitar Club Columbia County Library For those ages 11-18. Call 706-863-1946 or visit gchrl.org.
Wed July 26
10am Engineering and Physical Science for Children Headquarters Branch Library A 4-H program for those ages 4-7 that will include making bridges out of foil. Preregistration required. Call 706-821-2623 or visit arcpls.org.
10am Wacky Wednesday Story Time Barnes & Noble Call 706-737-0012 or visit bn.com.
10am - 5pm Book Sale Columbia County Library Both fiction and non-fiction books for sale will be displayed in the foyer of the library. Call 706-863-1946 or visit gchrl.org.
Sat July 22
10am - 5pm Book Sale Columbia County Library Both fiction and non-fiction books for sale will be displayed in the foyer of the library. Call 706-863-1946 or visit gchrl.org.
10:30am Mr. Bill, Ms. Nancy and George the Guitar
Sun July 23
Friedman Branch Library Call 706-736-6758 or visit arcpls.org.
Columbia County Library Both fiction and non-fiction books for sale will be displayed in the foyer of the library. Call 706-863-1946 or visit gchrl.org.
10:30am Super Awesome Story Time The Book Tavern Juice and cookies provided by New Moon Cafe. Call 706-826-1940 or email superawesomestorytime@booktavern.com.
11am Splashdown North Augusta’s Nancy Carson Library Participants are invited to play in a fire truck spray. Call 803-279-5767 or visit abbe-lib.org.
3pm Craft Time Maxwell Branch Library Pre-registration required. Call 706-793-2020 or visit arcpls.org.
Thu July 27
2pm - 4pm Lego Bridge-Building Contest Headquarters Branch Library A contest for those ages 11-17 in which prizes will be awarded. Call 706-721-2600 or visit arcpls.org.
2pm - 5pm Book Sale
Wed July 26
6:30pm Book Club Kroc Center Open to anyone ages 25 and older interested in a fun, dynamic discussion. Books are selected by members and cover a variety of topics. Free. Call 706-922-0171 or visit salvationarmyaugusta.org.
Thu July 27
10am - noon Morning Book Club Maxwell Branch Library Call 706-793-2020 or visit ecgrl.org.
7pm - 9pm Graphic Novel Discussion The Book Tavern A group open to older teens and up. This meeting, the group will discuss “X-Men: God Loves, Man Kills.” Call 706-826-1940 or email david@booktavern.com. 20JULY2017
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Sat July 22
7pm - 10pm Seniors Night Out
8am - 2pm Saturday Morning Swing Eighth Street Plaza Live music from local jazz artists and performing arts groups during the Augusta Market. Call 706-627-0128 or visit theaugustamarket.com.
Augusta Common Featuring live music, food vendors and activities. Free. Call 706-796-5025 or visit augustaga.gov.
Unisys Building, River Place Condominiums A fundraiser for When Help Can’t Wait, a nonprofit that aids nursing home residents, this event begins with refreshment and a silent auction at 6 p.m., then continues with a live auction at 7 p.m. Free admission. Call 706650-9467 or visit whenhelpcantwait.com.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Fri July 21
7:30pm Soiree: Jazz + Wine
Thu July 20
Jessye Norman School of the Arts Featuring classic live jazz and wines selected by the host. $7. Call 762-233-5299 or visit jazzsoiree.com.
10am - 8pm Second Blessings Back to School and Summer Consignment Sale HH Gregg Visit secondblessings.net.
Sun July 23
11am - 6pm Hot Dog & Chili Sizzle Day
Augusta Common Featuring the American Jazz Combo. Participants are invited to bring picnics, blankets and lawn chairs at this weekly event, this week. $8. Call 706-821-1754 or visit augustaga.gov.
Flack Family Chiropractic A fundraiser for Love Has No Color, which benefits the children of the Ft. Peck Native American Indian Reservation in Poplar, Montana. A meal with two hot dogs, chips and a drink can be ordered for $7 for pick up on July 20. To order, visit facebook.com/ events/276086392859586/.
SENIORS
5pm - 8pm Third Thursday Tasting
7:30pm Candlelight Music Series
Thu July 20
1pm - 1:30pm Got 30 Minutes? Kroc Center Conducted by the Area Agency on Aging, this workshop provides an overview of services available to caregivers, the aging, and those with disabilities. Call 706-922-
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Wine World A drop-in event that features a wine or beer tasting. $5; $3 rebate upon purchase of a featured bottle. Call 803-279-9522 or visit wineworldsc.com.
6pm - 10pm Art & Antique Auction
10am - 8pm Second Blessings Back to School and Summer Consignment Sale HH Gregg Visit secondblessings.net.
5pm - 7pm Growler Gardening theClubhou.se Volunteers will weed and mulch, then enjoy some locally brewed beer. Visit theclubhou.se.
Sat July 22
8am - 2pm Augusta Market at the River 8th Street Plaza, Reynolds Street The event features vendors of all kinds, activities, live entertainment and more. Visit theaugustamarket.com.
9am - 2pm Second Blessings Back to School and Summer Consignment Sale HH Gregg Visit secondblessings.net.
9am - noon Work Day
Masters Table Soup Kitchen Gardens Volunteers will help tend to the gardens to help the Masters Table Soup Kitchen provide fresh herbs and veggies to those they serve. Participants should wear closed-toe shoes, sunscreen and bring a water bottle. Families welcome. Visit augustalocallygrown.org.
10am - 2pm Unity Festival Perry Memorial Park, Aiken An event featuring live music, free food and games, and a 2,000 backpack drive. Visit theunityint.com.
2:30pm - 5pm Dog Days of Summer Timms Harley Davidson Part of Hands to Paws Rescue’s 93 Fosters in 93 Days program, this event will feature refreshments, live music, an opportunity to learn about local animal rescues and become a foster family, rescue dog adoptions, dog bathing, microchipping and more. Visit hands2paws.org or augustahd.com.
8pm “Dark Shadows” Dupont Planetarium, Aiken Weather permitting, the observatory, housing the Bechtel Telescope, will be available for viewing after each show. $1-$5.50. Call 803641-3654 or visit rpsec.usca.edu.
9pm “Digistar Laser Fantasy” Dupont Planetarium, Aiken
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Lake Olmstead Stadium $8-$12. Call 706-922-9467 or visit greenjacketsbaseball.com.
7pm - 10pm Roller Derby Bootcamp Red Wing Rollerway No experience is necessary for this Soul City Sirens event, in which almost all gear will be provided. $10; participants should bring a mouthguard. Childcare provided for $5 per child per hour. Visit soulcitysirens.com.
7pm - 9pm Tuesday Night Twilight Paddle
Code Bootcamp theClubhou.se Deadline: Fri July 21 Application deadline for the fall semester of Code Bootcamp, a class designed to help those who are under- or unemployed start a new career in coding and web development, is Friday, July 21. Classes are Mondays-Thursdays, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., August 14-November 17. Financial assistance is available augustacodeschool.com Weather permitting, the observatory, housing the Bechtel Telescope, will be available for viewing after each show. $1-$5.50. Call 803641-3654 or visit rpsec.usca.edu.
SPORTS-OUTDOORS
Tue July 25
Lake Olmstead Stadium $8-$12. Call 706-922-9467 or visit greenjacketsbaseball.com.
4:30pm - 7pm Veggie Park Farmers Market Mill Village Trailhead, 109 Eve Street This weekly event in the park behind the Kroc Center features all local farmers and doubles EBT/SNAP benefits. Visit augustalocallygrown. org/veggie-park-farmers-market/.
7pm - 9pm Sunshine’s Roast and Toast Church of the Good Shepherd This roast of Deanna Brown Thomas, Sylvia Cooper, Barbara Gordon and Lessie Price is presented by the Augusta Mini Theatre Community Arts & Life Sills School. Proceeds benefit the Mariah McKie Butler Memorial Book Scholarship Fund. $50; $400, table of 8. Call 706-722-0598 or visit augustaminitheatre.com.
Thu July 27
Miracle Treat Day Area Dairy Queen locations A fundraiser from the Children’s Hospital of Georgia in which $1 from each Blizzard sale will go to the hospital. Visit augusta.edu.
7pm - 10pm Sips & Sass: Christmas in July Augusta Museum of History A fundraiser for the Ronald McDonald House Charity of Augusta hosted by the AikenAugusta Alpha Delta Pi Alumnae Association. The semi-formal event features dancing, food, drinks and a silent auction. $30. Email adpiaugusta.treasurer@gmail.com. 24 METROSPIRIT AUGUSTA’S INDEPENDENT VOICE SINCE 1989
Thu July 20
7:05pm Augusta GreenJackets vs. Delmarva Shorebirds
Fri July 21
7:05pm Augusta GreenJackets vs. Delmarva Shorebirds Lake Olmstead Stadium $8-$12. Call 706-922-9467 or visit greenjacketsbaseball.com.
Sat July 22
7:30am Grass Roots Series EDS Flowing Wells Campus A 10K race. $15 per race. Participants can register online at runsignup.com or between 6:50-7:15 a.m. on race day.
8am 8th Birthday Bash 8K Fun Run Fleet Feet Sports Check-in will be from 7:15-7:45 a.m. for this free event. Sign up at fitvil.com/group/3166fleetfeet8thbirthdaybash8k/.
8am - 1pm Georgia Southern Golf Clinic First Tee of Augusta A clinic for kids in grades 8-12 led by Georgia Southern coaches and players. Preregistration required. Call 706-651-2229 or visit doctors-hospital.net.
8am - noon Georgia Southern Soccer Clinic Blanchard Woods Park A clinic for kids grades 6 and up led by Georgia Southern coaches and players. Pre-
registration required. Call 706-651-2229 or visit doctors-hospital.net.
6:05pm Augusta GreenJackets vs. Hagerstown Suns Lake Olmstead Stadium $8-$12. Call 706-922-9467 or visit greenjacketsbaseball.com.
6:30pm - 9:30pm Campfire, Games and Twilight Hike Mistletoe State Park $5, parking. Call 706-541-0321 or visit gastateparks.org/mistletoe.
Sun July 23
5:05pm Augusta GreenJackets vs. Hagerstown Suns Lake Olmstead Stadium $8-$12. Call 706-922-9467 or visit greenjacketsbaseball.com.
Mon July 24
7:05pm Augusta GreenJackets vs. Hagerstown Suns Lake Olmstead Stadium $8-$12. Call 706-922-9467 or visit greenjacketsbaseball.com.
7pm - 10pm Roller Derby Bootcamp Red Wing Rollerway No experience is necessary for this Soul City Sirens event, in which almost all gear will be provided. $10; participants should bring a mouthguard. Childcare provided for $5 per child per hour. Visit soulcitysirens.com.
Tue July 25
7:05pm Augusta GreenJackets vs. Hagerstown Suns
Mistletoe State Park $10, plus $5, parking. Pre-registration required. Call 706-541-0321 or visit gastateparks.org/mistletoe.
7pm Yoga on Tap Stillwater Taproom $20 sign-up includes a one-hour vinyasa flow class and a pint of beer afterwards. Pre-registration required. Visit facebook. com/TipsyTreesYoga/.
Thu July 27
8am - 11:30am When Back Pain Takes You Out of the Game Jones Creek Golf Course Clubhouse A breakfast, seminar and adaptive golf clinic for those with back, shoulder or other aches and pains. Led by Doctors Hospital, Jones Creek and the Georgia State Golf Association. Pre-registration required. Call 706-651-2229 or visit doctors-hospital.net.
6pm - 8pm Pickleball Frenzy Newman Tennis Center A free event in which participants will learn to play the game that includes elements of tennis, ping-pong and badminton. Includes a 30-minute introductory class. Call 706-7965025 or visit augustaga.gov.
SUPPORT Tue July 25
10:20am Moms Connection Augusta University Medical Center This free weekly support group for new mothers meets in the Terrace Dining Dogwood Room on the second floor. All new moms and their babies are welcome and an international board certified lactation consultant/educator/perinatal nurse will answer questions and offer resources. Call 706-721-8283 or visit augustahealth.org.
6pm - 9pm CSRA Parkinson Support St. John Towers dining room Loy Butler, a seniors real estate specialist with Keller Williams, will talk about considerations for selecting an assisted living facility. Free and open to the public. Call 706-364-1662.
Ongoing
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Support Group Unitarian Universalist Church of Augusta A weekly group that meets Wednesday from 6:30-8 p.m. Based on the work of Abraham Low, MD, RI offers its members a low cost method to regain and maintain their mental health by using mental health through will training. People who stick with the RI Method are able to live healthy, productive lives with lower levels of tension, anger, fear, anxiety, stress, compulsions, and other symptoms. Email marykahb@yahoo.com.
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resource library For patients, family members and caregivers, this program meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Preregistration required. Call 706-721-5160 or email nawilliams@gru.edu.
Sat July 22
Wed July 26
Aiken Community Playhouse $20, adults; $17, seniors and active military; $12, students; $7, children. Call 803-648-1438 or visit aikencommunityplayhouse.com.
Etherredge Center, Aiken An Aiken Women’s Heart Board event. $15. Call 803-641-3305 or visit etherredge.usca.edu.
THEATER
Tue July 25
Fri July 21
Etherredge Center, Aiken An Aiken Women’s Heart Board event. $15. Call 803-641-3305 or visit etherredge.usca.edu.
7:30pm “Barefoot in the Park” Aiken Community Playhouse $20, adults; $17, seniors and active military; $12, students; $7, children. Call 803-648-1438 or visit aikencommunityplayhouse.com.
7:30pm “Barefoot in the Park”
7:30pm Heart Show Encore
7:30pm Heart Show Encore
Thu July 27
7:30pm “From Charleston with Love: A Musical Slice of Aiken History” AECOM Performing Arts Center A benefit for Area Churches Together Serving (ACTS). $20, advance; $25, door. Call 803-648-1438 or visit aikencommunityplayhouse.com.
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Metro Coffeehouse & Pub - Pickled Holler, Kenny George Band Rose Hill Estate (Aiken) - Gavin Reily Shannon’s - Atomic Road Sky City - The Whiskey Gentry, Blair Crimmins and the Hookers, Josh Roberts and the Hinges Wild Wing - Jagertron The Willcox (Aiken) - John Vaughn
What’s Tonight?
Sally’s- King Nation w/ Bib Papa, Skyler Orion, Addictive
Five Eight, Deathstar, The Pauses Sky City Thu July 20 9pm $5 skycityaugusta.com
Saturday, July 22 Live Music
8th Street Plaza - Saturday Morning Swing at the Augusta Market on the River The Backyard Tavern - Bill Goss & Friends Bird Dog Grille- Dog Daze Country Club- Holman Autry Band Edgar’s Grille - Tara Scheyer and Erin Dennis Fox’s Lair - Leighlynn Shine, Celia Gary Jessye Norman School of the Arts - Soiree: Jazz + Wine Polo Tavern (Aiken)- All Bets R Off Shannon’s - Anybody’s Guess Sky City - Freedom Black, DJ Fonk-C, Enoch the Prophet, Jay Bussie, Rockonsomesteeze, DJ K-No Stillwater Taproom - The Ands Wild Wing - Whiskey Run The Willcox (Aiken) - John Vaughn World of Beer - Cricket Ridge Bluegrass
What’s Tonight?
The Backyard Tavern - Karaoke Chevy’s - DJ Richie Rich Helga’s Pub & Grille - Trivia The Highlander - Karaoke Iron Heights - SoundClash w/ DJs Mellow Deez, Dirty Looks, BakPacca, Killer Hook, Zon, SycNasty Sally’s- Spikey Van Dykey & Claire Storm Show Soul Bar - Dance Party That Place Coffee - Cushions & Caffeine Afternoon Open Mic
Sunday, July 23 Live Music
Augusta Common - Candlelight Jazz w/ American Jazz Combo Capri Lounge - Vivian Valium & the Lounge Lizard Divas Wild Wing - Prettier Than Matt The Willcox (Aiken) - John Vaughn
Tara Scheyer and Erin Dennis Edgar’s Grille Sat July 22 8pm edgarsgrille.com Thursday, July 20 Live Music
The Alley (Aiken) - Amp the Alley w/ Phillip Lee Jr. Fox’s Lair - Open Mic Jam w/ Thomas Langley Mellow Mushroom (Augusta) - Chris Ndeti, Mark Janousek Mellow Mushroom (Evans) - Alec Krok Sky City - Five Eight, Deathstar, The Pauses Soul Bar - Volk Wild Wing - Live Music The Willcox (Aiken) - Thursday Night Jazz w/ 4 Cats in the Dog House
What’s Tonight?
Augusta Athletic Sports Bar - Karaoke Chevy’s - Karaoke w/ Ellie
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Iron Heights - Serosa, Weeping Wound, Tyrants Joe’s Underground - Open Mic The Willcox (Aiken) - Hal Shreck
What’s Tonight?
Bar West - Trivia Capri Lounge - Trivia The Cotton Patch - Trivia The Highlander - Game Night Limelite Cafe - Bottom’s Up Trivia Mellow Mushroom (Aiken) - Trivia Mellow Mushroom (Augusta) - Trivia Shannon’s - Karaoke w/ David Doane
Wednesday, July 26 Live Music
Hammond’s Ferry Larder (North Augusta) Happy Bones The Highlander - Open Mic The Playground - Mobius, Kill the Host, Abductor Shannon’s - Shameless Dave Wild Wing - Live Music
What’s Tonight?
Augusta Athletic Sports Bar - Karaoke The Backyard Tavern - Karaoke Bar West - Karaoke Capri Lounge - Game Night Chevy’s - DJ Richie Rich Pizza Joint (Evans) - Trivia w/ Mike Sleeper Polo Tavern (Aiken) - Karaoke w/ Tom Mitchell Sky City - Conspiracy w/ DJ Knightmare Southbound Smokehouse - Trivia Stillwater Taproom - Pub Quiz World of Beer - Trivia
Upcoming Riverwalk Revival w/ Gov’t Mule, Galactic
- Jessye Norman Amphitheater August 1 Sarah Shook & the Disarmers
- Metro Pub & Coffeehouse August 3 Ed Turner and Number 9
- Imperial Theatre August 11-12 Corey Smith
- Bell Auditorium August 12 JJ Grey & Mofro
- Country Club August 24 Brian Regan
- Bell Auditorium August 25 Bobby Bones
- Imperial Theatre August 26 Clint Black
- Evans Towne Center Park September 14
What’s Tonight? Cotton Patch - Old School Thursday w/ DJ Groove Coyotes - Karaoke with Bam Helga’s Pub & Grille - Trivia The Highlander - Butt Naked Trivia The Loft - Karaoke Pizza Joint (Downtown) - Trivia w/ Mike Sleeper Shannon’s - Karaoke w/ David Doane That Place Coffee - MAD Open Mic
Friday, July 21 Live Music
Cotton Patch - Live Jazz Country Club- Radio Romance Coyotes - Augusta’s Most Wanted Fox’s Lair - King Cat and the Elders The Highlander - Dave Mercer
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Shannon’s - Karaoke w/ Mike Johnson
- Sky City September 19
Monday, July 24 Live Music
- Sky City September 29
The Highlander - Acoustic Mondays Metro Coffeehouse & Pub - Blues Monday w/ Famous Last Words Soul Bar - Crunk Witch, Wandermonch
What’s Tonight?
Augusta Athletic Sports Bar - Sports Trivia Shannon’s - Karaoke w/ David Doane Wild Wing - Trivia
Michelle Malone & Drag the River, Silvertown Chris Janson
- Bell Auditorium October 21 Kansas
- Bell Auditorium October 25
Elsewhere Idina Menzel
- Fox Theatre, Atlanta July 22 Robert Earl Keen
- Georgia Theatre, Athens July 22 Louie Anderson
Tuesday, July 25 Live Music
Fox’s Lair - Irish Music w/ Dr. John Fisher and the Undefeated Army
- City Winery, Atlanta July 23 Styx, REO Speedwagon, Don Felder
- Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre, Alpharetta July 23 20JULY2017
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- Botanical Garden, Atlanta July 23 Corey Feldman and The Angels
- The Masquerade, Atlanta July 23 The Moody Blues
- Chastain Park, Atlanta July 23 Matthew Sweet
- City Winery, Atlanta July 27 The Major Rager w/ Umphrey’s McGee, Moon Taxi
- Symphony Park, Charlotte, NC August 10
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Celly Cunningham, Atti Knox and Ed Rice at Sacred Heart Cultural Center.
Dianne Peel, Debbie Miller-Newson, Panny Force and Marian Owens at Sacred Heart Cultural Center.
Anna El Gammal, Hugh Connolly and Mary Deriso at Sacred Heart Cultural Center.
Scot Herring, Lydia Pacheco, artist Nancy Hoehn and Chip Herring at Sacred Heart Cultural Center.
Artist Susan Johnston, Alice Newcomer and Cindy Ross at Sacred Heart Cultural Center.
Dalton Slantis, Bedda Childress, Jennifer Merker and Charlie Goodpasture at Stillwater Taproom.
Michael and Miriam Ford with Stephanie and Wesley Fountain at Craft & Vine.
Catherine Clary, Marc Gregory and Sarah Evans at Craft & Vine.
Alex Levy and Tand Mitchell with Marisa and Joseph Levy at Whisky Bar (Kitchen).
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PLANET OF THE APES
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In Theaters July 21
ACTION “Dunkirk,” rated PG-13, starring Fionn
COMEDY SCI-FI “Girls Trip,” rated R, starring Regina Hall, Queen “Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets,”
Whitehead, Damien Bonnard, Aneurin Barnard, Mark Rylance, Tom Hardy, Harry Styles. Well, no one can accuse director Christopher Nolan of being a dumbass. The man who helmed such classics as “Memento,” “Inception” and “Insomnia,” not to mention a couple of Batman movies, has made what is being called the best movie of the year, so far. And while many older viewers will flock to this WWII-set movie, Nolan has also ensured that he’ll get a younger crowd, too, who want to see if One Direction’s Harry Styles has any acting chops. Smart.
Latifah, Jada Pinkett Smith, Tiffany Haddish, Larenz Tate, Kate Walsh. New Orleans is a wild place in the best of times, but can this hardpartying city survive the likes of Ryan, Sasha, Lisa and Dina, four life-long friends who’ve lost touch and decide a few days away will bring them back together? The jury’s still out, but one thing we know: Fellas, if your SO drags you to this one, you may find yourself the only guy there in a room packed with very rowdy women. You may enjoy that and, if so, we won’t judge.
rated PG-13, starring Cara Delevingne, Dane DeHaan, Ethan Hawke, John Goodman, Clive Owen, Rihanna, Rutger Hauer, Herbie Hancock. A lot of people are willing to give French director Luc Besson the benefit of the doubt. After all, “The Fifth Element” is a cult classic and “Leon: The Professional” is a fantastic movie that basically launched Natalie Portman’s career when she was only 13 years old. Reviews for this one, based on a comic book series, have been mixed, however. True to Besson’s form, it is visually stunning. Whether or not that makes up for what some are saying are terrible lead actors and a lack of coherent plot will be totally up to the viewer.
THE FORT GORDON DINNER THEATRE PRESENTS
“The labyrinthine twists and turns are liberally sprinkled with jokes, amiably roared to keep everyone giggling... It gives the whole cast the chance to enjoy themselves going over the top....The performance is a delight.”
– Daily Telegraph
July 28, 29 August 4, 5, 10, 11, 12 Dinner 7:00 p.m. • Show 8:00 p.m. Bernard is planning a romantic weekend with his chic Parisian mistress in his charming converted French farmhouse, whilst his wife, Jacqueline, is away. He has arranged for a cordon bleu cook to prepare gourmet delights, and has invited his best friend, Robert, along too to provide the alibi. It’s foolproof; what could possibly go wrong? Well.... suppose Robert turns up not realizing quite why he has been invited. Suppose Robert and Jacqueline are secret lovers, and consequently determined that Jacqueline will NOT leave for the weekend. Suppose the cook has to pretend to be the mistress and the mistress is unable to cook. Suppose everyone’s alibi gets confused with everyone else’s. An evening of hilarious confusion ensues as Bernard and Robert improvise at breakneck speed.
TICKETS
Civilians: $53 Seniors (65 & over), Retirees, DA Civilians, Active-Duty E7 & above: $50 Active-Duty E6 & below, Students with ID: $40 Coffee & Dessert: $35 | Show only: $28
MENU
Fresh Mixed Green Salad Accented with Tomatoes, Cucumber, Croutons and Cranberries • Choice of Italian or Ranch Dressing Burgundy Beef Carving Station • Chicken Cordon Bleu • Carrots Vichy Haricot Verts with Garlic Butter • Potatoes Au Gratin • Dinner Rolls Dessert Station with Assorted Cakes Selection
For reservations, please call 706-793-8552 (SEASON TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE)