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I am going to deviate here becauseas I was writing this column I cameacross this recipe and I have been fix-ated on it ever since.

Some things should never beimproved upon and some things youthink cannot be improved. CadburyEggs fall under the latter, but thisrecipe proves otherwise.

So to all my fellow sweet tooth,candy lovers, here you go! Don’t havea heart attack.

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* Cadbury Creme Eggs* 1 cup flour* 1 cup milk* 1 egg* 1 teaspoon baking powder* 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar* 1 teaspoon salt* Oil for deep frying

Chill eggs in fridge. Whisk togeth-er next 6 ingredients to create acreamy batter. Heat oil to around350-375 degrees. Coat eggs in batter.Carefully lower eggs into batter andfry for 3-4 minutes until goldenbrown.

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April 2011

Volume 1Issue 10

staffPublisher

Keith Barlow478.453.1441

EditorNatalie Davis

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Circulation DirectorMichael Evans478.453.1401

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Creative ManagerBrooks Hinton

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ContributingWriters

Sarah Beth Ariemma

Jimmy Holder

Jesssica Luton

Danielle Paluga

Samantha Severin

Jon Joiner

Stephen Wilkins

staff question of the monthWhat is your all time favorite easter

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NATALIE

It’s got to be Peeps. I like the variety of flavors.

SAMANTHA

Chocolate eggs.

SARAH BETH

Nothing says Easter likeGodiva’s White ChocolateAssortment all dressed up. Ilove popping a white choco-late star in my mouth and theexplosion of raspberry justlights up Easter morning.Mm, Mm, Mm… Thank youEaster Bunny!

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Cadbury eggs...by far...nodiscussion. My wife put onein the freezer for me onetime. I’m still trying to repli-cate the experience.

JESSICA

I’d say Reese’s PeanutButter Eggs and Starburstjelly beans in a tie.

DERRICK

Easily Cadbury Eggs

DANIELLE

Easter bunnies with marsh-mallow centers.

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what’s insideArts, Culture and Entertainment in the ‘Ville

Also check out.....

Local Beer Review ........................................8Jimmy Holder shares his love for good beer and gives us his recommendationfor good beer in the city.

Dining Guide..................................................8This is not your average dining guide. We sorted them by cuisine so you can easily find Chinese or Mexican and also get a quick glance at the prices to expect.

Opinions .......................................................11We ask the people of Milledgeville if they think the U.S. should continue action in

Libya or take on the role of watchdog and mediator?

Fashion..........................................................17Ever see someone walking in the city and wonder “Where did they get that and how much is it?” Well we stopped one local person and asked!

Ask the InternWe’ve been waiting for this one...fantastic life advice from ourvery own intern. She’s witty and bubbly and just a shade ofnaive. You’ll love her.

Sixth ShotJosh Fletcher and the Sixth Shot Romance are taking the musicindustry back from auto-tune hell. This up and coming singer-songwriter is spending a lot of time here in Milledgeville and hasa show coming soon. See what we thought.

Q&A with ReneeRenee Fontenot recently sat down with The ‘Ville to discussFirst Fridays, the new marketing campaign to promote BaldwinCounty and business development in the local community.

Where $5 lunch still existsBarberitos made the cut this time in our dining feature. With avalue menu with a whole lot of value you’ll probably eat theretomorrow.

Blackbird 2.0Blackbird Coffee got just the right blend with their recentrenovations and menu changes. You can even get a greatmicrobrew or glass of wine if you like. Coffee and beer? Theymake it work.

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BrickBuffington’sPig in a Pit

Puebla’s Mexican Restaurant42nd FloorJittery Joe’sBarberitos

Metropolis CaféRyal’s Bakery

CharmedThe Red Door

MidasweetVisitors Bureau

Chamber of CommerceCourthouse

GMC New Academic BuildingGMC Library

GCSU Student CenterGCSU Library

La FêtePair-O-DiceStarbucks

Stage One HaircuttersTwin Lakes Beverage Haus

Bluz TattoozLieu’s PekingMaggie LanePickle Barrel

PJ’s SteakhouseIHOP

Goodie GalleryThe Union-Recorder

Jet Food StoreLinda’s Beauty ShopFrances Beauty ShopHoliday Inn Express

Days InnComfort Suites

Fairfield InnRoyal Blood Tattoo

Shear DesignDigital Bridges

French Vill’EdgeFolks Art Gallery

KuroshimaBlackbird Coffee

Aubri LanesYellow Box in front of the

courthouse and Post OfficeAmici’s

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In Amici we use all of the above (well, noCD player), and I have to get something offmy chest. For years now, we’ve been dealingwith a local provider, a horrible provider, ofamusement machines. For more than fiveyears, we’ve had our jukebox, our bar toptouch screen and our freestanding video gamewith this distributer. After many attempts toget better speakers in the restaurant, and notreceiving any help I decided to purchase anentire new PA system that we could use forlive and any other type of music.

After that was done, all I needed was tohave their audio tech come out and provideone audio signal out to my new top-of-the-line sound system. What I got (after fourweeks of calling) was a disgruntled old manthat wouldn’t even let me explain how thisnew system would promote the use of theirjukebox. So I let them know we wouldn’tneed their services anymore. The downside isthat you still need to have a jukebox if youhave a bar, so I started to look into otheramusement providers. What I found was thatthere are multiple companies from Macon toAtlanta that were happy to get our business.So if anyone else is having the same problems,don’t get frustrated. There are plenty ofoptions that offer better quality products andmuch better customer service.

Now that I’ve got that off my chest, let’s talklive music. First Friday will be back downtownMay 6. Expect to see even more sidewalk per-formers providing family-friendly music foreveryone to enjoy while they shop and dine.These First Fridays are going to continue togrow, and it’s a perfect opportunity to supportyour local merchants.

Another cool outdoor event will be theEarth Day Jamboree Friday, April 22, at theOconee River Greenway and Riverwalk. ToriLee and Ed Averett (with Mayview Road) willkick things off with American, jazz, folk androots music at 4:30 p.m. They will be followedby the Visualizers’ mix of funk, blues, jazz,rock and country at 6:15. Closing out theevening will be bluegrass headliner RedlineExpress at 8 p.m. And don’t miss Z-97’sAnnual Easter Egg Hunt For Kids, which isalso at the Greenway this year.

Another cool Earth Day event will be onfront campus on Saturday. Two of the threebands performing are from right here inMilledgeville. Flamingo Royale, (who you canalso catch at Buffington’s with The K-MacksFriday night, April 15), will be going on at 8p.m. Plus don’t miss Elastic Skyline who willbe playing during the afternoon at 4 p.m.. Youcan also catch them at Amici, Friday, May 6,for a pre graduation throwdown. These arejust a few of the great live music opportunitiesthat this city has to offer. Enjoy!

— Jon Joiner, co-owner of Amici, is a localmusician, music lover, and member of the bandStokeswood.

JUKEBOX, IPOD, SIRIUS/XM RADIO ORJUST AN OLD SCHOOL CD PLAYER. How does your business provide the listening atmosphere?

LOCAL BAND PROFILE

April 2011

JOSHFLETCHER

GIVES ANOD TO OLD

SCHOOLCLASSICS

By SARAH BETH ARIEMMA

Josh Fletcher and the Sixth Shot Romance are taking themusic industry back from auto-tune hell.

The band, classified in the Indi-Americana genre, has beenmaking music together since 2005. Drummer Colin Dean, bassplayer James Bowie and guitarist Jake Bubascz, along withFletcher, consider themselves an indie-rock approach to music ofa different era. Fletcher has been writing songs since the tenderage of 15, and has been cultivating his musical talent ever since.

“I look up to The Damnwells. I take musical cues from them.Our music is a mixture of everything, without being too cheesyor heavy. It appeals to what American music has always been: all-encompassing,” Fletcher said.

Fletcher plays guitar and sings for the band, while he also hashis side project of solo music. Fletcher recently got the opportu-

nity to open up for his idol band, The Damnwells, inNew York.

“I did a tour with them and it was pretty exciting. Ihad never played at the Bowery Ballroom, but it

was incredible knowing I was on

the same stage that numerous other great bands I admirehave played on. I have also opened for Anthem, and that was anincredible experience as well,” Fletcher said.

Fletcher lives in Atlanta, but spends much of his time inMilledgeville, soaking up the small-town atmosphere and breath-ing in the opportunity to play for bars and restaurants. Fletcherwill perform as a solo artist April 29 at Blackbird Coffee, givingMilledgeville another taste of his easy-to-swallow musical snacks.

“I want more than anything to do music and nothing else. Ifsomething happens, it would be great. I know that the musicindustry is such a fickle business and requires a lot out of you,but it is an industry that I want to be a part of. I want to con-centrate on creating and putting something out there,” Fletchersaid.

Fletcher is a huge Johnny Cash fan, as well as an Elvis admir-er. Older country music speaks to him and gives inspiration forsongs and performance.

“Cash, Elvis and Dylan were all performers. Old country andfolk artists really knew how to write a great song. I appreciate anartist that understands great songwriting, even if they don’t writeany of the songs themselves,” Fletcher said.

In a world where many performers rely on heavily alteredvoice tracks or dance doubles, Josh Fletcher and the Sixth ShotRomance concentrate more on the quality of music and the hopefor more good things to come. Their music tells a story aboutlove, daily activities and feelings, and is highly relatable for anyage. To keep in touch with Fletcher and the band, check out theFacebook page at Facebook.com/joshfletchermusic, or followFletcher on Twitter @joshuakfletcher.

See Josh playlive April 29 at

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Jon JoinerMusicExtraordinaire

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Dear Intern,

I am having a serious problem with one of my "friends." Over the past threemonths she has become so wrapped up in her boyfriend that she has nospare time for anyone else. If she isn't with him, she is either on the phonewith him or talking about him. She is constantly driving hundreds of milesback and forth to see him. Their relationship is laced with infidelity and lies.I am afraid that she is going to be hurt in the end. All I want is my bestfriend, that I used to know, back. Do you have any advice for this situation?

Sincerely,Exhausted

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed here are solely those of the intern and do not necessarily represent the views of the writers and/or employees of the ‘Ville. That being said, you have to admit that it is hilarious! She often brightens our day with her one-liners and random thoughts on nothingness!

For advice from the intern please send your question to Sarah Beth Ariemma at [email protected] or post on our wall at www.facebook.com/theville.

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Dear Exhausted,

It can be very difficult to lose a friend, but even more difficult to lose a friend to a man you feel is not a perfect match for her. That being said,WTF is your “friend” thinking?!? Girlfriends are so important, and when men end up turning into scumbags, or become enthralled in work, itis a girlfriend that will remind you what’s great in your life and to keep on, keeping on! It is time for an intervention of tearful magnitude. Youdon’t want to give up on her, but you need to make her see that she cannot continue to allow her obsession with their relationship. She isworth more than that, and she should see how much you treasure your relationship with her. When women place too much emphasis onsomeone else’s happiness, it can only end badly. Hello! Did we learn nothing from our sisters in the 1950s? Take her for a day of beauty at thesalon or dinner. Make sure ground rules are set, this is a day about you TWO. Not you three. Best of luck, and much hope for you and yourfriend!

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FOOD REVIEW

By STEPHEN WILKINS

Local Milledgeville favorite Barberitos serves upfresh Tex-Mex made to order each day since day one,and coming under new ownership in recent monthsresulted in a few minor changes in the menu for allof you trying to save a buck or two on your middayeating expenses.

New owners Phillip and Martin Khonen haveadded a $5 lunch menu. I recently sat down for adine-in beef burrito order which, including a drink,was only 4.99.

As expected, the burrito was made fresh in frontof me with a spinach tortilla and a hefty portion ofground beef covered with cheese, but the disappoint-ing moment came when I realized I only got onechoice of vegetable. Just one is so hard to choose,especially when they all look so fresh, but with theclock ticking I stuck with old faithful and chose bellpeppers. I topped it off with some zesty chipotlesouthwest sauce. As I sat there enjoying my meal,washing down each beef-filled bite with sweet tea, Istruck up a conversation with Chris Patterson, aGeorgia College student, about his thoughts on thisnew $4.99 meal phenomenon.

“I like the price and the fact that it comes with adrink. I also like that it’s all day everyday not just afew hours during lunch,” he said over a monstrousorder of $5 nachos.

He also commented on Barberitos’ excellent loca-tion and how convenient it is to grab a bite to eatbetween classes or before study sessions. Barberitoshas definitely benefitted from its location, whichmeans you’ll always run into someone you know.The $4.99 menu also includes taco salad, nachos,quesadillas, and a few you’re other favorites.

While this deal won’t be going anywhere soon,you should check it out and maybe with some luckyou’ll get a little more vegetables. And for all of youtired of the same old barroom hustle, Barberitos isnow serving up pitchers of tasty brew — so staythirsty.

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AMERICAN/BARS/PUBS

Appleblee’s106 Roberson Mill Rd.Sports bar, classic American dining, hotwings. LD • BAR • $-$$.(478) 453-8355.

Buffington’s120 W. Hancock St.Sandwiches, salads, hot wings and din-ing specials in a tavern-like setting. LD • BAR • $-$$. Weekdays 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.;Saturdays 11 a.m to 1:30 a.m.;also open Sundays. (478) 414-1975.

Chili’s2596 N. Columbia St.Bar and grill, hot wings. LD • BAR • $-$$. (478) 452-1900.

Duke’s Dawghouse162 Sinclair Marina Rd.Sandwiches and burgers. LD • BAR • $-$$. (478) 453-8440

119 Chops119 S. Wayne St.Sports pub and nightly specials. LD • BAR • $-$$. (478) 387-4550.

Pickle Barrel1880 N. Columbia St.Café and sports pub. LD • BAR • $-$$. Sunday-Tuesday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.;Wednesday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 11p.m.

Ruby Tuesday2440 N. Columbia St.Classic American dining. LD • BAR • $-$$. (478) 452-5050.

Velvet Elvis Supper Club113 West Hancock St.Seafood, burgers, wings and more. LD• BAR • $$. Monday-Saturday 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.(478) 453-8226.

ASIAN

Asian Bistro & Grill124 W. Hancock St.Traditional Asian cuisine, Japanese,Korean, Vietnamese and Thai. LD • BAR • $-$$$. Mon-Thurs 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Fri &Sat 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Closed 3:30to 5 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Barhours Wed-Sat10 p.m. to 2 a.m. (478) 452-2886.

China Garden1948 N. Columbia St.Wings and Chinese. LD • $-$$. (478) 454-3449.

China Wings 31071 S. Wayne St.Wings and Chinese. LD • $-$$. (478) 453-3655.

Great Wall1304 N. Columbia St.Chinese. LD • $-$$. (478) 452-5200.

Kai Thai2600 N. Columbia St.Thai. LD • BAR • $-$$$. (478) 454-1237.

KuroshimaJapanese dining. LD • BAR • $-$$$. (478) 451-0245.

Lieu’s PekingChinese. LD • BAR • $-$$.(478) 804-0083.

Little Tokyo SteakhouseJapanese, sushi.LD • BAR • $-$$$. (478) 452-8886.

Super China Buffet-style Chinese. LD • BAR • $-$$. (478) 451-2888.

BAKERIES

The Goodie Gallery812 N. Columbia St.Sandwiches, breads, salads, pastriesand desserts. BL • $-$$. (478) 452-8080.

Ryals 135 S. Wayne St.Pastries and fresh-baked goods. BL • $-$$. (478) 452-0321.

BARBECUE

Old Clinton BBQ2645 N. Columbia St.Ribs, pulled pork, country sides.Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.;Fridays and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 9p.m.; Sundays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. LD • $-$$. (478) 454-0080.

Paradise Country BBQ111 Old Montgomery Highway, at thecorner of Highway 441 N. and LogCabin Rd.Pork, ribs, chicken. LD • $-$$. (478) 452-8008.

Soul Master Barbecue & Lounge

451 N. Glynn St.American barbecue. LD • $-$$. (478) 453-2790.

BUFFETS/CAFES

Country Buffet1465 SE Jefferson St.Southern buffet dining. LD • $-$$.(478) 453-0434.

Grits132 Hardwick St.Home-cooked Southern dining. LD • BAR • $-$$. (478) 453-2520.

Golden Corral1913 N. Columbia St.Buffet-style American dining. BLD • $-$$. (478) 414-1344.

Judy’s Country Kitchen1720 N. Columbia St. Buffet-style dining. LD • $-$$. (478) 414-1436.

Octagon CaféMilledgeville MallSandwiches and salads. LD • $-$$. (478) 452-0588.

Shrimp Boat911 S. Elbert St.Serving chicken and Seafood for morethan 40 years. LD • BAR • $-$$. (478) 452-0559.

COFFEE HOUSES

Blackbird Coffee114 W. Hancock St.Coffee, teas, pastries, desserts andsandwiches. BLD • $-$$. (478) 454-2473.

Jittery Joe’s135 W. Hancock St.Coffee, teas, pastries, desserts andsandwiches. BLD • $-$$. (478) 452-7918.

Starbucks2400 N. Columbia St.Coffee, teas pastries, desserts & sandwiches. BLD • $-$$. (478) 454-4040.

CONTEMPORARY

Aubri Lane’s114 S. Wayne St.Steaks, seafood, contemporary Southerndining. Tuesday-Saturday 5 p.m. to 10p.m. dinner; closed Sundays and

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Somersaultsall around!

I’ve been a fan of the New BelgiumBrewery since I first tasted their flagship FatTire. In 2010, I wrote an article about theirhigh hopped Ranger, which has nowbecome part of their permanent offeringsand one of my top ten beers. Yet, when Idiscovered earlier this year they were puttingtheir summer beer, Skinny Dip, on hiatus, Ihave to admit I was more than thrilled. Ihave always been unimpressed with SkinnyDip. The beer reminded me of when Iplayed basketball as a child. Sure I coulddribble and shoot but I could never win thegame. Just like me, the beer just fell short.So, I was thrilled to learn of the Skinny Diphiatus mainly because it meant they wouldbe releasing a new summer offering. In earlyApril, Colorado’s New Belgium Breweryreleased Somersault, a new and delicioussummer ale! After my first few sips, I knewthis beer was worth the New Belgium label.As I began to rummage for words todescribe my new seasonal elixir, I began toread the label for Somersault and decided itsums it up quite well. It reads:

“Somersault Ale is a fun roll around onthe tongue and a perfect, summer lounge-around beer that is easy to drink. Color isblonde with a suggestion of amber.Somersault tumbles out with citrus aromafrom Centennial hops, a tuck of soft apricotfruitiness, completed by a smooth, uprightfinish with oats that were fermented in along, slow mash. Somersaults all around!”

Every carefully chosen word on the label’sdescription elicits the qualities of a relaxingsummer with a great beer. So, if you arelooking for an American blonde ale to beatthe heat and share a “fun roll around thetongue” with, New Belgium’s Somersault isyour answer. This crisp and refreshing sea-sonal can be found in 12oz bottles in a fewselect Milledgeville grocery stores, restau-rants and café’s. Cheers! Let me know yourthoughts or suggestions by [email protected]

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Mondays. LD • BAR • $$-$$$. (478) 454-4181.

Sylvia’s2600 N. Columbia St.Pasta and seafood, Mediterranean-inspired. Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.Fridays and Saturdays 11 a.m. to 10p.m.LD • BAR • $$-$$$. (478) 452-4444.

PIZZA/ITALIAN

Amici Italian Café101 W. Hancock St.Pizza, pasta and casual Italian dining.Monday-Friday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.;Saturdays 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m.; Sundays11 a.m. to midnight. LD • BAR • $-$$.(478) 452-5003.

The Brick136 W. Hancock St. Brick oven pizza, pasta, salads & hotwings. Mon - Sat 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. LD • BAR • $-$$. (478) 452-0089.

Mellow Mushroom2588 N. Columbia St.Gourmet pizza and sandwiches.Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.;Fridays and Saturdays 11 a.m. to 11p.m.; Sundays noon to 9 p.m. LD • BAR • $$-$$$. (478) 457-0144.

MEXICAN

Barberito’s146 S. Hancock St.Fast food, Southwestern-style burritos, sal-ads, fajitas and tacos. LD • BAR • $-$$. (478) 451-4717.

El Amigo2465 N. Columbia St.Fine Mexican dining. LD • BAR • $-$$. (478) 453-0027.

El Tequila1830 N. Columbia St.Fine Mexican dining. LD • BAR • $-$$. (478) 414-1344.

Margaritas Mexican Grill2400 N. Columbia St.Central Mexico cuisine. LD • BAR • $-$$. (478) 453-9547.

Puebla’s Mexican Restaurant112 W. Hancock St.Mexican cuisine. LD • BAR • $-$$. (478) 452-1173.

SEAFOOD/FISH

Bo Jo’s Café3021 N. Columbia St.Seafood and steaks by the lake. D • BAR • $$-$$$. (478) 453-3234.

Bone Island Grill208 Crooked Creek Marina Dr. Key West-style, Caribbean-inspiredSouthern seafood and steaks. LunchFriday-Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.Dinner Wednesday-Thursday, 5 to 10p.m. and Friday-Saturday 4 to 12:30a.m. Closed Sunday, Monday andTuesday. LD • BAR • $$-$$$. (706) 485-9693.

Jackson’s on Sinclair3065 N. Columbia St.Fish, steak and seafood by the lake. D • BAR • $$-$$$. (478) 453-9744.

STEAKHOUSES

P.J.’s Steak House3050 Highway 441 N.Steak and chicken by the lake. LD • BAR • $$-$$$. (478) 453-0060.

SPECIALTY

WINGSAJ’s Hot Wings2601 N. Columbia St., Suite 4Hot wings, fish and burgers. LD • $-$$. (478) 804-0101.

SOUL FOODReal Deal Grill and More185 W. Andrews St.Wings, fish, ribs and chicken, etc. LD • $-$$ (478) 804-0144.

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Amici Italian Café101 W. Hancock St.

Mondays

Mellow Mushroom2588 N. Columbia St.

Tuesdays

Buffington’s Bar and Grill120 West Hancock Street

Wednesday

Pickle Barrel Café1892 N. Columbia St.

Thursdays

Every Week

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Buffington’s Bar & Grill120 West Hancock St

Tuesdays

Asian Bistro124 E. Hancock St.

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As protests and citizen uprisings play out in northern Africa and sur-rounding countries, and the United States and NATO have taken ona role in Libya, I asked local residents for their thoughts onMoammar Gadhafi and our nation’s involvement in managing theconflict. Should the U.S. continue action in Libya or take on the roleof watchdog and mediator?

Natalie Deckbar“If the United States has personal interests inLibya, then it is a smart thing to getinvolved, but not to the extent that we havein Afghanistan. I don’t think we shouldalways fight everyone’s battles. If there is atragedy, like genocide, then I think weshould step in as soon as we discover what isgoing on.”

Evan Wells

“I feel like when it gets to a point, even if it’snot our duty, we need to recognize whensomething isn’t right. Someone needs to stepin and be a mediator. War should never bean option. Other options should be pursuedfirst.”

Courtney Kelley

“I feel like there are enough problems inthe United States right now and we shouldbe fixing those first. But since we are such abig power, we are able to help other people.I think we need to back off for a little whileand see if they can fix things on their own.”

Logan Kelleher

“I think we should do what we need to do.Not too much, but just enough to helpthem out. We shouldn’t be the watchdog,but we should be over there until they don’tneed us anymore.”

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By STEVEN WILKINS

The fifth annual MilledgevilleEarthfest begins Saturday, April 16 andcontinues through the following week,April 18-22.

“Earthfest will be a day-long festival on[Georgia College] front campus. Herepeople can come to do arts and crafts,check out educational sessions, view artexhibits, play eco-friendly games, and lis-ten to live music,” said Jeff Brittian, leaderof the Georgia College EnvironmentalScience Club.

The music lineup criss-crosses manygenres with a little something for every-body.

“This year we will be featuringFlamingo Royale, Elastic Skyline and oth-ers,” said Brittian.

With tons of local support from down-town businesses, as well as the HockeyClub and the Georgia College ChoralEnsemble, it looks to be an exciting event.

“We are also working closely with theOconee River Greenway, the CommunityGarden Association, Oconee Outfitters,the Milledgeville Bicycle Club,Salamander Springs and Creative

Expressions to make sure this is a commu-nity invested event,” said Brittian.

Other activities include recycling sort-ing contest, face painting and a yoga ses-sion hosted by Claudia Ross. The eventwill go from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., withmusic beginning in the evening.

There will be a river cleanup at theOconee Greenway Sunday, April 17, from1 to 3 p.m.

Test your environmental knowledgeMonday, April 18 at an eco-edition of“Are You Smarter than a Sixth Grader” at6 p.m. in the Magnolia Ballroom. Later inthe week, on Wednesday, there will be aTimes Talk with free pizza and discussionabout recent environmental articles in theNew York Times.

Then to wrap up the week, visit theGreenway on Friday, April 22 for anunplugged event, which will includeentertainment and local vendors.

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By SAMANTHA SEVERIN

This time of the year means stress formost students who are preparing for finalsand capstone presentations, but for artstudents, it’s the time of year when theyget to show off all of their hard work. Toward the end of April, students canenjoy the senior exhibits in buildingsaround the Georgia College campus forfree. Mallory Kirsten Lewis’s exhibit, “Georgia’sHoney,” will be on display April 18through April 22 in Blackbridge Hall ArtGallery on South Clarke Street. Lewis saidshe hopes to explore the “form, volumeand surface design of the ceramic vessel”through this show. The exhibit featureseight large vessels, each of which is recre-ated in a miniature form on a potter’swheel in order to “fully explore a sense ofscale.” The opening reception is set for 5 p.m. atBlackbridge.Jessica Peet’s exhibit, “Viste Dall’ Interno(Views From Inside),” runs April 11through April 15 in the Museum of FineArts on South Wayne Street. This series ofpaintings was inspired by Peet’s studyabroad in Montepulciano, Italy. Theexhibit uses photographs of her travelsalongside the painted compositions. In thepaintings featured at the exhibit, Peet“develops luminous areas with thin layersbuilt up through glazes of oil paint.” Peet

describes her travels in Italy as a “life-changing event” and hopes that those whoview her art see a glimpse of her timethere. Melissa Robbins’ senior exhibit “FleetingMovement,” runs April 18 through April22 in Blackbridge Hall and Art Gallery.The exhibit features black and white pho-tographs of human movement. The pho-tographs are broken up into separate seriesthat “allow the viewer to appreciate eachfleeting action. [She] investigates themovements of the human body and pres-ents them in a way that shows the beautyof a moment that is quickly lost. Theaudience can admire each motion insequence and become more conscious oftheir own movement as they walk throughthe space.” The opening reception is April 18 inBlackbridge Hall at 5 p.m.MK Moore’s senior exhibit, “SilentEmotions,” at Blackbridge Hall runs fromApril 25 through April 29. The exhibitfeatures paintings that showcase “humansentiments portrayed through composi-tions of trees and water. The paintings askviewers to acknowledge the relationshipthat trees and water have to humantraits.” The artist hopes that the exhibitwill teach people to look at nature in adifferent way. The opening reception isApril 25 at 5 p.m. All exhibits are open to the public.

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By NATALIE DAVIS

With three events under Milledgeville’sbelt, the monthly community arts andentertainment undertaking known as FirstFriday is picking up quite a generous fol-lowing.

Hopeful onlookers only expect that tocontinue as the weather improves andspring is upon us full-throttle.

The next installment, set for Friday,May 6, will mark the completion of themuch-anticipated phase of the Streetscapedowntown renovation project along WayneStreet. The celebration was rescheduledfrom March due to inclement weather.Highlights of the renovation project, whichstarted last June, include the addition ofplanters, new sidewalks and the removal ofseveral large oak trees, which were replacedwith new trees and greenery.

“Each one keeps getting better and bet-ter,” said Renee Fontenot, publicity contactfor Arts in the ‘Ville, one of the monthlyevent’s organizing groups. “I thinkMilledgeville can be really proud of itself.”

May’s First Friday will feature a ribboncutting in front of Bayne’s Army Store anda proclamation signing at 5:30 p.m.Refreshments will be on hand, along withthe main feature — music, artists and thecreatively decorated storefronts of localmerchants.

There will be musical performances by aCaribbean steel drum band and the SunnySide Mountain Boys.

First Friday Milledgeville launched inFebruary as a collaborative initiative of sev-

eral local groups that focuses on promotingthe richly diverse arts and cultural elementsof the local community. The overall goalfor the monthly event is to provide a fami-ly-friendly means to celebrate and promotethe local arts scene by providing a venuefor area artists from all mediums, playingup Georgia College’s liberal arts ties andthe locally-based connections to arts andculture.

The project is still entirely a volunteer-based venture, made possible through theefforts of locals who’ve worked tirelessly ontheir own time to see it come to fruition.

“This is a cooperative effort of manygroups,” said Fontenot.

Those entities include the City ofMilledgeville, Milledgeville Mainstreet,Arts in the ‘Ville, the Partners for Progressbusiness development committee, AlliedArts and several local residents who unaffil-iated with a group but work on their own.

Though the project is still in its initialphase, Fontenot says the economic impactis already being felt as local business ownershave noted, and there are no intentions ofslowing down. First Friday is intended tobe a year-long event. Local businesses areencouraged to take part, and so are localartists representing all forms and mediums,connecting on their own.

“The economic impact is already beingfelt,” she said. “It will get bigger, and it willget better.”

For more details, check out the FirstFriday Facebook group at MilledgevilleFirst Friday for information and updates.

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Q&A with Renee Fontenot

A graduate of the University of Montana,Gonzaga University and New Mexico StateUniversity, she’s actively involved as a memberof Rotary, and through the local Chamber ofCommerce and several other organizations. Shealso chairs the local Partners for Progress busi-ness development committee, which works tomarket, promote and develop business venturesfor the local community, among them beingthe monthly First Friday effort, that launchedearlier this year. Fontenot recently sat downwith The ‘Ville to discuss First Fridays, the newmarketing campaign to promote BaldwinCounty and business development in the localcommunity.

THE ‘VILLE: We are approaching ourfourth First Friday event in May. How havethings been so far and what changes and addi-tions can people look forward to from upcom-ing First Friday events? Where would you andevent organizers like to see this effort go in thefuture?

RF: It will get bigger, it will get better. Weare looking for sponsors, and as we have busi-ness sponsors, that will help us to grow theopportunities for the kinds of art that we willhave. What we do not expect to do — andpeople sometimes ask — is we do not intend toclose down the streets. We have large areasalong some of our sidewalk areas where we canput music groups. … We have other areas like… the space in front of Scoops, the space infront of Bayne’s, at this point the space under-neath Grapevine, and as businesses move anddevelop and some of the storefronts hopefullyfill up … [and we] bring more merchantsdowntown, then we’ll deal with that growthissue. And there will be growing pains. Thiscoming month for example, Allied Arts is goingto have a band at [Allen’s Market]. There willbe outside music sponsored by Allied Arts. Itwas intended to be a paid concert, but as thingsdeveloped, they turned it into a free concertand now it will be a part of the First Fridayentertainment.

THE ‘VILLE: Can you talk a bit about thebusiness development project, the lip dubs,your marketing students recently completed?What has the response been to this project?

RF: They showed them in class to theclients. I think they have potential. … We hopeto launch that contest by this summer.

THE ‘VILLE: Can you explain what theintent behind that contest, the business plancompetition, and what is the overall aim?

RF: The [Partners for Progress] businessdevelopment group this year has done a num-ber of things. One is the Shop Local campaign,taking on the project that Tommy [Cook ofDigital Bridges] had started. And also the FirstFridays, that’s why we’re partnering in that.Another is the business plan competition. Wewere looking for a way to promoteMilledgeville to an external audience to drawbusinesses here. If we’re going to grow … weneed to bring outside entities in. So the bestway we thought to do that with the leastamount of money … was to a plan a businessplan competition and advertise it nationally.Through the business plan competition, onebusiness will be given a variety of incentives tocome here, and they get to choose from a list,because not everybody will need everythingthat we have put together. It’ll be dependedupon the nature of their business. But the big-ger issue is to draw attention to Milledgeville inother communities. There are fourMilledgeville’s in the United States and none ofthem are of any size. People in Georgia oftendon’t know where Milledgeville is. But we havea lot to offer. Clearly, we have opportunities forretail in the downtown district, but we haveareas for both retail and commercial outside ofthe downtown district. We want to attract busi-nesses that come here because of our quality oflife, our low cost of living. … Our target audi-ence is entrepreneurs 25 to 40 years of age,preferably with a small business that they’d liketo relocate here, however, start-ups will beacceptable as well. … One of the things that wewill most look for is the ability of the businessto generate income outside of our county.Instead of just stirring the money within ourcounty, to bring new revenues in. … We wantpeople [outside of the area] to know aboutMilledgeville, so the business plan competitionis our way of standing up and beating on ourchests and saying here we are, come take a lookat us. We’ve chosen the lip dub route becausemost campaigns will cost money. Using the lipdub as a focal point of a social media cam-paign, will be essentially a relatively free or low-cost campaign to run. … We will launch [thecontest] preferably mid-summer with the target

date that my students proposed as Dec. 5,which is when the competition will end. Wewant to give it long enough time for it to circu-late. Using a social media campaign, we need tohave it out there and circulating for quite awhile. … This is just the first part of what wehope will be a continuous stream of attention-drawing mechanisms to draw people toMilledgeville focusing on small businesses.Large businesses are great. Angie Gheesling isdoing a great job with economic development.I’m sure our new city planner will do a greatjob. Our community has become a communityof small entrepreneurs. What I would eventual-ly like to see is a business plan competition lay-ered on this that is exclusively for our studentswith the stipulation that they must stay in ourcommunity. You don’t have to look too far tosee some of our students who have done that— who have graduated from Georgia College,who have stayed or gone and come back.

THE ‘VILLE: What other business devel-opment projects can we expect to see in thefuture?

RF: Another thing that we’ve been workingon is the Preferred Preference Purchasing Plan[to encourage entities to give preference to localvendors]. We’ve drafted suggested guidelines forbusinesses to adopt to guide them in purchas-ing local. Because each time you purchasesomething from outside the county, it’s not justthe revenues that leave, it’s the tax dollars thatleave also.

THE ‘VILLE: What do you think thesetypes of marketing projects and promotions dofor local business development and what is thegoal?

RF: It allows individuals who have theirheart in this community to participate in mov-ing us forward. … To rise up, we can’t expectsome hero to come in — we are our ownheroes. We need to stand up and collectivelywork together — contribute where we can.There’s a saying I’ve heard a lot: When it rainsin a village, it’s just not on one rooftop. Andthat’s true. So we can’t just patch our roof onour house and think that the floods won’tcome. … We need to collectively work togetherto improve our community. The other thingthat I’m seeing … is more community outreachfrom individuals.

THE ‘VILLE: How do you see the future

of business development in Milledgeville, par-ticularly the downtown area?

RF: One of the things I think I hope I willsee is that we’ll become more of a college town.When you go to places like Athens [Georgia],College Station [Texas], Missoula [Montana]— every state’s got one. They’ve all got a townwhere students come, they spend their fouryears, and by the end of their four years, they’recommitted to stay — they don’t want to leave.… There are all these things that make up thequality of life they want it to be. We’re notgoing to be as big as Athens, but I think thatwhat I’m seeing is a younger generation comingin with smaller entrepreneurial ventures, a crossbetween service and retail, … and that this 20-to 35-year-old group really is stepping up, andI think we’ll see more than that. … This gener-ation as they’re coming out of high school andout of college [due to the economy], they’llneed to create some of their own opportunities.

I see potentially in Milledgeville that therewill be numerous boutique-type businesses,special niche businesses. What we need to do isdo a better job identifying why people go theseplaces [outside of Baldwin County] … andbring those shopping opportunities, those serv-ice opportunities to Milledgeville.

THE ‘VILLE: Since this is an arts and cul-ture publication, what do you think of thefuture of the arts in Milledgeville?

RF: If we are able to grow the First Fridays… I would like to see more galleries comeback. We have all these artists at GeorgiaCollege and so many artists in the community.… I think that as the economy improves andwe have a broad assortment of art across priceranges, I think that’s some of the businessesthat we could draw back. We’ve got the collegeto support it; we’ve got people in the commu-nity to support it. There’s an interest and wecan draw a people from a larger area to comein. …It’s a natural fit for this community.

THE ‘VILLE: What’s your favorite movie?RF: “The Princess Bride.”THE ‘VILLE: What type of music do you

listen to, and what’s your favorite song?RF: I like songs I can understand the words

to and sing along. That doesn’t mean I sing theright words, but I like to pretend I know thewords and sing along.

— Compiled by Natalie Davis

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FROM THE COVER

By JESSICA LUTON

Blackbird Coffee re-opened its doors tocustomers recently following two and ahalf days of renovations meant to cementthe coffee shop's existence in the down-town community for many more years,literally.

The shop unveiled an array of interiorimprovements April 13 including a large,cement form concrete bar, more down-stairs seating, a new coat of paint, coolersand even a dishwasher, to the delight ofseveral employees.

After six plus years at the currentBlackbird Coffee location, some renova-tions were just needed.

"We're just making the appropriatechanges," said Blackbird co-owner JimmyHolder. "It's been six or seven years, andwe're just gearing up for the next six orseven years.

Blackbird enlisted the help of LakeOconee craftsman Chuck Anthony for thecement bar, which was created using amold and then brought in piece by pieceto be assembled on location.

In addition to the new interior renova-tions, the store also updated its menuselection to include gluten-free snacks,beer and wine and new specialty, deli-stylelunch sandwiches.

The sandwiches are available, made toorder, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and cus-tomers can choose from four delectablesandwich offerings including a roast beefsandwich with mayonnaise, pepperjackcheese, spinach and red onions; a turkeysandwich featuring a Dijon mayonnaise,cheddar cheese and spinach; a sandwichfeaturing salami, provolone, baby spinachand tapanade, a.k.a. an olive spread; and aveggie sandwich loaded with artichokehearts, roasted red peppers, alfalfa spouts,carrots, spinach and a garlic mayonnaisespread.

Beyond the new line of sandwiches,customers can also be treated to one ofthe new selections of beer and wine thatthe coffee shop began offering this month.

The move to carry alcohol at the coffeeshop, said Holder, was in response torequests from more mature clientele tohave a place to enjoy a beer or glass ofwine that isn't like a traditional bar.

Customers can expect a line of alco-holic beverages that keep in line with thestore's current products, including a smallselection of American handcrafted micro-brews, as well as a variety of five wines, hesaid.

"As a microroaster, we wanted some-thing that would match our identity," hesaid. "We wanted to cater to our moremature clientele and provide an alternativeto the traditional bar setting for those cus-tomers. It's just more options for our cus-tomers."

In addition to these changes, customerscan find a full selection of gluten-free

snacks at the store, including cupcakes,muffins, chips and snack mixes, as well asa whole new line of merchandise thatincludes items such as water bottles, T-shirts, journals and the like.

Despite all of the new additions andimprovements to the store, co-owner IonaPendergast said the store will always stickto its roots.

"The coffee shop is not becoming abar," she said. "Our focus will alwaysremain on coffee."

The renovations, she said, mark a newphase for the business since its inceptionhere over five years ago and employeesand customers alike should be pleasedwith the new things available.

"It's just a really exciting time here,"added Pendergast.

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April 2011

FASHIONMy Style: Mandy SlackBy DANIELLE PALUGA

This time of year,it’s all about theart of layering

As the weather starts to warm up inGeorgia there are going to be those awkwarddays where it’s cold in the morning and hot inthe afternoon. It’s a challenge to dress forthese types of days unless you’re a true fash-ionista and you know the secret to layeringcorrectly.

Mandy Slack, a junior special educationmajor at Georgia College, is a true fashionista.Come spring she knows she can put away herwinter wardrobe, which consists mainly ofgray, and bring out the floral prints.

“I love springtime,” Slack said.Slack has to have different pieces in her

wardrobe to accommodate her schedule andnot just the weather.

“I have placement on Tuesdays andThursdays this semester so I dress differentlyfor that than class,” said Slack.

On her days off from working with herstudents she can express her personal style abit more.

“I’m wearing a new dress I bought overspring break when I was in London,” Slacksaid.

The dress was a real bargain at only fivepounds, which is about $8 or $9 in U.S. cur-rency.

Her cardigan is the perfect way to keepwarm when it’s cool in the morning, but it’seasily removed to adapt to the sunshine.

You don’t have to go to London to buy theperfect floral dress or a fancy department storeto get a great cardigan. Maggie Lane’s hasgreat options for spring including sandals andmany different types of floral print pieces.

Floral prints are always in style for spring,but many more designers are featuring thestyle this season. Michael Kors, Diane vonFurstenberg, Tommy Hilfiger and Marc Jacobsall featured floral print dresses in their collec-tions at New York Fashion Week.

Whether it’s long or short you can find afloral print dress to fit your style. Don’t forgetto throw on a neutral cardigan for those coolspring mornings.

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A&E CALENDAROur take on weird news and notes of the weird andwild variety from newspapers from all over the country.

SSOOUURREEDD AATTTTEEMMPPTTHere’s a crime blotter entry that’s a little closer to home. A Houston County duo soureda Warner Robins teen’s first business venture when they allegedly made off with her prof-its. Amber Umbarger, 21, and her boyfriend, 20-year-old Gage Allen Turner, were recent-ly arrested and charged with robbery for allegedly snatching the jar of money youngChelsea Edwards had collected at her neighborhood lemonade stand. To make mattersworse, Edwards intended to use the profits to donate to her 2-year-old developmentallydisabled cousin who will soon undergo treatment for a rare illness. This story does have a silver lining, however. Since reports of the robbery started circulat-ing, spreading to national media outlets, donations have poured in to support the youngentrepreneurs effort. The grand total the capers made away with: $130. According to theAtlanta Journal Constitution, contributions from as far away as Vancouver have beenmade in support of the cause. “It’s overwhelming,” said Chelsea’s aunt, April Varnadoe. “It’s such a blessing.”

-From The Atlanta-Journal Constitution.

BAD HAIR DAYA bad weave can be a crime -- at least when your name is Esther Armbrister. The 20-year-old Miami woman turned her hairpiece into a personal piggy bank when sheallegedly stole $1,600 out of a man's pocket and hid it in her glued-on wig, an arrestreport stated.The sticky crime happened at the Westin Diplomat Hotel in Hollywood, Florida over theweekend. Armbrister, who has been arrested seven times for prostitution, had hooked upwith a man and returned to his room for some alone time when she found money in hisshort pockets.The man, identified as a tourist from New York, told police he had a billfold with closeto $2,000 in $100 and $20 bills. Armbrister stayed the night in the man's hotel roomand attempted to leave the next morning when the man noticed his bankroll was missing.He confronted Armbrister about the money and searched all her belongings — purse,pockets, and clothes — but never checked her hairpiece. Police eventually intervened searched the woman's wig and found the missing money,police reports stated. Armbrister now allegedly faces charges for grand theft. — by Lyndra Vassar for essence.com

TWO FORMS OF ID PLEASECity police had no trouble identifying an accused bank robber who gave tellers his identi-fication so he could open an account before changing his mind and demanding cashSunday, officers said. Officers said tellers at the Metro Bank on Second Street thought Daniel E. Rahynes, 35,of Harrisburg was interested in opening an account when he came in around 1:40 p.m.So they asked for two forms of identification, which he handed over, and got him startedon the application. Rahynes then announced that he’d made a mistake and said he was actually there to robthe bank, officers said. He drove off in a nearby car with a small amount of cash, officerssaid. Moments later, that same car hit another vehicle at Second and Maclay Streets and keptgoing, officers said. Detectives meanwhile confirmed Rahynes’ identity and got an arrestwarrant for him. Later in the afternoon, Rahynes was arrested by state troopers for suspicion of drivingunder the influence after he got in a crash in the Carlisle area, officers said. Troopersfound out about the bank robbery warrant, recovered the money and handed Rahynesover to city police, officers said.Rahynes faces robbery charges.

— From The Patriot-News, Harrisburg, Penn.

WEEKLY

MONDAYTrivia NightAmici Italian Café101 W. Hancock St.10:30 p.m.

TUESDAYJazz NightAmici Italian Café101 W. Hancock St.7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Bluegrass JamsPJ’s Steakhouse3050 Highway 441 N.7 to 9 p.m.(478) 453-0060

Trivia NightMellow Mushroom2588 N. Columbia St.8 p.m.(478) 457-0144

WEDNESDAYTrivia NightBuffington’s120 W. Hancock St.8:30 p.m.

THURSDAYTrivia NightPickle Barrel Café1892 N. Columbia St.(478) 452-1960

HookahMetropolis Café138 N. Wayne St.11 a.m. to 10 p.m. (478) 452-0247

Live MusicAsian Bistro & Grill124 W. Hancock St.11 p.m.

Live MusicMellow Mushroom2588 N. Columbia St.8 p.m.

FRIDAYJazz/Blues NightAubri Lane’s114 S. Wayne St.6 p.m.

Live EntertainmentThe Brick136 W. Hancock St.Mark the MagicMan6 p.m.(478) 452-0089

EVENTS

April

April 15Art Exhibit“Viste Dall’ Interno(“Views from inside”)Jessica PeetReception April 11,5 to 7 p.m.Museum of FineArts102 S. Wayne St.(404) 421-5796

April 15Live MusicGuest Artist Recital

February - April 2011

California E.A.R.UnitContemporaryChamber Ensemble7:30 p.m.Russell Auditorium

April 15-16Live MusicDeepstepCowboys2657 N. Columbia St.(478) 453-3283

April 18-22Art Exhibit“Georgia’s Honey”

Mallory KirstenLewisReception April 18,5 p.m.Blackbridge Hall ArtGallerySouth Clarke Street(478) 223-1018

April 18-22Art Exhibit“Fleeting

Movement”Melissa RobbinsReception, April 185 p.m.Blackbridge Hall ArtGallerySouth Clarke Street(404) 310-2510

April 19Live MusicSmall EnsemblesSpring ConcertMax Noah RecitalHall

April 26Live MusicMusic TheatreScenesWendy Mullen,director7:30 p.m.Max Noah RecitalHall

April 27Live MusicClassic CountryNightCowboys2657 N. Columbia St.(478) 453-3283

April 28Live MusicSound Sculptures 6Electronic MusicConcert7:30 p.m.Max Noah RecitalHall

April 28Live Music Bucktown KickbackAmici Italian Café101 W. Hancock St.

April 25-29Art Exhibit“Silent Emotions”

MK MooreReception April 25,5 to 7 p.m.Blackbridge Hall ArtGallerySouth Clarke Street(404) 630-7203

April 29Live MusicJazz FestPerformances bylocal MS and HSbands, and GCJazz Band6 p.m.Front Campus,Georgia College

April 29Live MusicConfederateRailroadCowboys2657 N. Columbia St.(478) 453-3283

April 30DanceDance Minor SpringConcertRussell AuditoriumTickets start at $11(478) 445-4226

May

May 1ArtsFirst FridayDowntownMilledgeville5:30 to 8 p.m.

May 1DanceDance Minor SpringConcertRussell AuditoriumTickets start at $11(478) 445-4226

May 3ArtsMilledgevilleMarketplacefarmer’s marketDowntown 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

May 22DanceThe CommunityDance ProgramSpring ConcertRussell AuditoriumFree event(478) 445-4226

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Through May 10Art Exhibit2010-2011President’s HallStudent ExhibitionGCSU Departmentof Art9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Monday-FridayParks Hall, 3rd floor(478) 445-4572

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