The Newsletter of First City Network — Georgia’s oldest LGBT organization. Founded 1985 Volume 33, Issue 2 • january - february 2019

LGBT Center Recipient of Alexis Arquette Foundation Donation Join FCN for Annual MLK Day Parade The Savannah LGBT Center recently received a wonderful by Michael Ploski donation from The Alexis Arquette Family Foundation of hats, Every year, the MLK Observance Day Association cele- gloves, coats, and assorted toiletries and personal hygiene brates a national holiday honoring the Rev. Dr. Martin Lu- items to be shared with those in the LGBT community who ther King, Jr., who helped to change the world through his are homeless, out of work, struggling to make ends meet, mission of peace and message of unity and equality. Once facing the holidays with no family support, or living with HIV/ again, First City Network is proud to participate in the pa- AIDS or other illnesses. Additionally, 300 gift cards for food rade in 2019, its 39th year. FCN members are encouraged and beverages were given, to be used for clients who are to join us on our float or cheer us on as we pass along the struggling to pay for food and obtain proper nutrition. parade route. The parade will be January 21, 2019 start- , a long-time advocate for LGBT individu- ing at 10:00 a.m. The meeting spot and staging location als and our communities, learned of our local center, which will be announced on FCN’s Facebook page as soon as that opened in 2017, and discussed the Foundation’s gifts with information is available. Looking forward to seeing you at Billy Wooten, Center Director. “Ms. Arquette called and ex- the parade! pressed a keen interest in our efforts to improve the quality of life for not only our community, but Savannah as a whole,” stated Wooten. “I was touched by her sincerity and the gen- Annual Shamrock Festival on erosity of the Foundation.” March 10 at NEW Location continued on p. 6 By Jon Kesler

The 31st-annual First City Network Shamrock Festival & Oyster Roast is coming up fast--mark your calendars for Sun- day, March 10 starting at 11:00 a.m. For 2019, the venue has changed to Captain Butler’s Retreat at 115 Penrose Drive in Savannah. This exciting new venue should be a welcomed change of pace for the event. Festiv- ities will include oysters of course, hot side items, and other continued on p. 11 In This Issue Chair's Report...... 3

Socials Follow-up...... 5

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912-441-4416 | [email protected] Chair's Report By Chris Apple

Like many of you, I am reflecting on the results of recent tion. This response enabled conservation of our reserve fund elections. It is important to remember three things about to support continued operations for 13 months. Recently, any election: we allocated funds sufficient to cover mental health services through May 2019. The cost of each session is $50; every do- 1. Sometimes your preferred candidate won’t win. nation of that amount or larger can help us to extend mental 2. Future elections are opportunities to create change. health service coverage while extending the number of fund- 3. Elected officials don’t always do what you want ed operational months for The Center. them to do. Please consider making a targeted donation for mental health services today. Doing so will help community mem- Coping with concerns about legislative changes means bers in need to have happier, healthier holiday seasons in turning around to face the change that we fear is stalking the future. us. Recent changes to tax laws are an example because they I hope that you and all of your loved ones have a joy filled have created non-profit fundraising challenges. holiday season. In my last message, I asked for donations to sustain the Sa- vannah LGBT Center operations and services. Your response was positive and included a substantial matching contribu-

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chair Chris Apple First City Network, Inc. is a local, private, non-profit community Vice-Chairman Jon Kesler service organization chartered in 1985 by concerned citizens Treasurer Paul Higgins seeking a gay and lesbian positive community. The mission of First Secretary Lisa Allen City Network (FCN) is to enhance and sustain the well-being of LGBT individuals and their allies by providing educational, social, and Lynn Bowling Manzana "Apple" Bryant health-related activities, programs, and services. FCN will serve as Sean Brandon Michael O'Halloran an essential resource; advocating for civil and human rights; and supporting, promoting and embracing the cultural diversity that The First City Network Board of Directors meets on the first connects us into one community. Monday of every month at 6:30pm in the Board Room at the LGBT Center: 1515 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401. PRODUCTION STAFF All members are welcome. EDITING, Layout & Design Dee Hope Contributors FCN Membership NEXT BOARD MEETINGS: Billing Jon Kesler JANUARY 7 & FEBRUARY 4 Ad Manager vacant Distribution FCN Board of Directors Photography FCN Membership

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4 November Social a Nice Return MARK YOUR CALENDAR Our “host with the most”, Chris Apple, opened up his home A listing of LGBT-related events hosted by local non-profits yet again at the last minute for our November First Satur- day Social—continuing a non-stop tradition of 30+ years of Savannah’s LGBT community. GEORGIA EQUALITY RECEPTION The setting was cozy, the company lively, and the food SATURDAY, JANUARY 12 in the evening bountiful—all of which is what we’ve come to expect at our on East Bolton Street in Savannah monthly gatherings. Plans for Thanksgiving and the other (call the Center for details) upcoming holidays were discussed by many over libations, and the coming Election Day and what it will yield was also LEZ MINGLE! on the lips of the nearly breathless-with-anticipation guests. SATURDAY, JANUARY 19 at 6:00 p.m. Thank you, Chris, for accommodating us so well and han- dling the duties with your usual aplomb! at the Savannah LGBT Center, 1515 Bull Street

MLK DAY PARADE - FCN CONTINGENT A Very Special December Social JANUARY 21 at 8:00 a.m. By Billy Wooten (Staging location TBA on FCN Facebook page)

What a great art show and Decem- ber Social at the LGBT Center, with a combined crowd of between 175 and 200. As we do each year, food items for the Thomas Park Food Pan- try were donated by folks attending. A highlight was the debut of a re- cently-donated piano, with holi- day tunes played to sing along to. If you play, please take the op- portunity to share your talent when next at the Center. The “stars” were really out, with doz- ens of hand- made original stars hanging from the gallery ceiling that could be purchased and hung on Christmas trees. Each was made by a local artist as a benefit to the Center, and raised over $1,000! Before the Social, World AIDS Day was commemorated with a beautiful memorial servic and cele- bration (see article on page 8.) Thank you, Jamey Espina and Holland Morgan for leading this, and a huge thank you to ,Rev. Jamie Maury, a longtme FCN member and supporter for officiating the service.

First City Network’s Network News • january - february 2019 5 Alexis Arquette Foundation Gift New Donation Recognition (continued from front page) The Family Foundation is named after Alexis Arquette, a member of the renowned family of actors which also in- In an effort to spark new donations and honor those cludes Patricia, Rosanna, and . Alexis was who are continuing to give, we have changed the way an actress, cabaret performer, underground cartoonist, and we will be displaying our donation recognition in the activist. She underwent transitioning in her late thir- Network News. We will be showing only donations for ties, and supported other people making similar transitions. the fiscal year (October to September). In doing so, any She died in 2016 from complications from AIDS. multiple donations or change in Collective giving will be FCN thanks The Alexis Arquette Family Foundation for this notated with the month(s) that each level was achieved. tremendous gift, which is the perfect tribute to the memory In no way does this downplay the level of significance of the bravery, activism, and humanity of its namesake. or gratitude we have for those who have donated in the For additional information about the Savannah LGBT Cen- past and we will continue to display those names on the ter, call the Center at 912-304-LGBT (5428). The Center, as wall at The Center. well as its parent organization First City Network (FCN), is a not-for-profit organization and donations are welcomed. Thank you to all who have donated and made The Cen- ter a reality!

LGBT Center Donors (Oct – Sept) Visionary ($25,000+) WISH LIST Executive ($10,000 - $24,999) FOR LGBT CENTER

Leader ($5,000 - $9,999) All size trash bags Kem Highfill & Richard Rehm (Nov) Cleaning supplies Champion ($2,500 - $4,999) One hour of a handyman’s time to hang/secure PRIDE light Supporter ($1,000 - $2,499) Ted Haslam (Nov) Small office shredder

Generous ($1,000 -) Richard Podell (Dec) In Stitches (Oct) Bull Street Taco (Oct)

Current Collective Members The Revolutionaries ($100/MO)

The Militants ($80/MO)

The Activists ($40/MO) Paula Kreissler (Oct- Nov) Kelly A Michaud (Oct- Nov) Philip Trader (Oct- Nov)

The Dreamers ($20/MO)

The Allies ($10/MO) Fabrika Fine Fabrics (Oct- Nov)

6 LGBT Center Happenings January-February, 2019 The Savannah LGBT Center is open Monday - Friday from 10am - 5pm, and Saturdays 10am - 2pm, unless noted otherwise below. HIV Testing occurs everyWednesday and Friday afternoon from 3pm - 5pm.

Tuesday, January 1 7pm AA: Club 12 Wednesday, January 2 6:30pm LGBT Center Committee Meeting Friday, January 4 7pm Stand Out Youth Saturday, January 5 10:30am Morning Yoga Monday, January 7 6:30pm FCN Board Meeting Tuesday, January 8 7pm AA: Club 12 Saturday, January 12 10am-5pm Georgia Equality Meeting 10am FCN Strategy Retreat Sunday, January 13 9am Georgia Equality Meeting Monday, January 14 6:30pm Savannah Pride Meeting Tuesday, January 15 7pm AA: Club 12 Friday, January 18 7pm Stand Out Youth Saturday, January 19 10:30am Morning Yoga 6pm Lez Mingle Tuesday, January 22 7pm AA: Club 12 Saturday, January 26 10:30am Morning Yoga Sunday, January 27 7pm Movie Night Tuesday, January 29 7pm AA: Club 12 Friday, February 1 7pm Stand Out Youth Saturday, February 2 10:30am Morning Yoga Monday, February 4 6:30pm FCN Board Meeting Tuesday, February 5 7pm AA: Club 12 Saturday, February 9 10:30am Morning Yoga Monday, February 11 6:30pm Savannah Pride Meeting 7pm TransFam Tuesday, February 12 7pm AA: Club 12 Wednesday, February 13 6:30pm LGBT Center Volunteer Orientation Friday, February 15 7pm Stand Out Youth Saturday, February 16 10:30am Morning Yoga 6pm Lez Mingle Tuesday, February 19 7pm AA: Club 12 Saturday, February 23 10:30am Morning Yoga Sunday, February 24 7pm Movie Night Tuesday, February 26 7pm AA: Club 12

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LGBT Center Director’s Report By Billy Wooten

There has been a lot of activity at The Savannah LGBT Cen- briefing from Brandon, Karen, and me about the Center and ter in the last few weeks, as well as several gifts, of which I what we offer children and youth. This is a very valuable alli- am happy to report: ance, as the residents learn that they can refer patients and/ or parents to The Center for various services. -Fourteen folks participated in our community’s first-ev- er Veteran’s Day parade entry (see front page photo), and -The SCAD trans groups no longer meet at The Center. SCAD enjoyed a breakfast at The Center before the event. Free guidelines and their insurance policy no longer allows school t-shirts and sunglasses for the contingent were received groups to meet off-campus. I expressed our regret that this from OutServe. Thanks to Dan and James for coordinating had occurred and wished them the best. this activity, which we hope will be an annual one! -The Georgia Equality board will meet at The Center on -Several of our volunteers had a luncheon for Thanksgiving January 12. That evening a reception with the GE board at The Center. The food was very good and about 12 folks and Savannah’s LGBT leadership and others will be hosted stayed into the afternoon and played games and cards. by Jamey Espina and Jim Ashman at their home on Bolton Street. Please mark your calendars. -We had approximately 20 Georgia Southern University folks enjoy a meeting at The Center recently, and we are -The Center is now home to a small piano given by a very hoping this becomes a regular gathering. supportive ally, Denise Babineau. Thanks to Dan, Sean, and Melvin for helping move the piano, and to Denise for giv- -Volunteer James Farringer represented us at the Rain- ing it to us. The Center also received two new flags; a rain- bow Week Celebration at New Hampstead High School in bow American flag given by James Farringer, and a “Love Bloomingdale. James distributed printed information about Not Hate” flag donated by Michael Ploski. These will make FCN, Pride, The Center, StandOut and services, appealing additions to The Center, and we appreciate their and gave out bag of cookies and candy. It was a very suc- generosity. cessful event, and our presence there was an example of our important outreach to our greater community and region, Neighboring Business Donates to which has already resulted in a wonderful visit to The Cen- ter from a New Hampstead group (see article in this issue). LGBT Center in Unique Way Bull Street Taco, a favorite and delicious eatery just down -On December 15, I spoke to Lowcountry Indivisible in Bluff- the block from the Center, generously dedicated the month ton S.C. about our LGBT community, The Center, and our of October of their monthly "Tacos for a Cause" to our ef- efforts at equality. This group of citizens in the Bluffton and forts. Thank you, Bull Street Taco, for the outstanding civic Hilton Head Island area have gotten together “to drive pro- pride that you exemplify, and for making us your beneficia- gressive results in local, state and national affairs”, and has ry this fall--your donation is as fantastic as your food! over 1,500 members that meet monthly. To find out more about this local organization, visit their website lowcountry- indivisible.com.

-A similar organization, The Liberal Ladies of the Low Coun- try, meets on January 12 and I will also speak about The Cen- ter to this very large group. Their website, liberalladieslow- country.org, states these meetings provide “a wonderful opportunity for exchange of ideas within a community of similar interests, political and social.”

-In January, the HCA/Memorial Pediatric residents and their Supervisor, Dr. Donna Evans, will again visit The Center for a

8 First City Network’s Network News • january - february 2019 9 COMMENTARY

Letter to the Editor A Reflection on the Mid-term Election History is a wonderful place to find context on days like We have many who claim the mantle of allyship to hold ac- this. Overall, yesterday was a wonderful day for democracy countable. But progress is incremental and we are moving and justice. We made huge steps towards our goals and to forward with or without them. Congratulations to everyone preserving a future for our generation and those after us. who fought for justice and equality in this election. We are a Yet, I know some are disappointed. There were big fish in red better country for you. states that didn’t win, and that hurts. But this is where it is important to look to history as this is nothing new, and does not mean we haven’t made great progress. Dusty Church In April 1963, Dr. King wrote, “First, I must confess that over November 7, 2018 the last few years I have been gravely disappointed with the white moderate. I have almost reached the regrettable con- clusion that the Negro’s great stumbling block in the stride toward freedom is not the White Citizen’s Council-er or the Ku Klux Klanner, but the white moderate who is more devot- Local High School Reaches ed to ‘order’ than to justice; who prefers a negative peace which is the absence of tension to a positive peace which Out to LGBT Center is the presence of justice; who constantly says ‘I agree with you in the goal you seek, but I can’t agree with your methods On November 11, the Savannah LGBT Center was represent- of direct action;’ who paternalistically feels he can set the ed with a display at Rainbow Week at New Hampstead High timetable for another man’s freedom; who lives by the myth School in Blooming- of time and who constantly advises the Negro to wait un- dale, near Savan- til a ‘more convenient season. Shallow understanding from nah. It was the first people of goodwill is more frustrating than absolute misun- time The Center derstanding from people of ill will. Lukewarm acceptance is was welcomed into much more bewildering than outright rejection.” a high school in Cha- The last line is particularly on-the-nose for much of us fight- tham County. Thank ing for justice today. It is important that we recognize what you, James Farrin- it means to be an ally, and what it means to offer “lukewarm ger for attending acceptance” because the two cannot be the same. and representing The story of white moderates has always been, and con- The Center. tinues to be, that they will act in a manner to extend their In December, a position of power at every turn rather than embrace even a group of students modest discomfort on our behalf. They will justify their votes from New Hamp- with claims that we’re too extreme. Civil Rights leaders then stead School visited were “communists”. Today we are “socialists”. Neither true in The Center, bring- the aggregate, of course, but opposing some other evil pro- ing Christmas stock- vides enough comfort to always turn their back on us. ings for us to share In this context, last night isn’t a surprise. That a candidate with our clients and like Kemp could even be considered for office is stunning for those in need. What a wonderful gesture, and especially at anyone with even a modest sense of right vs. wrong, but his this time of year! embrace by moderate whites who fear “socialism” is not surprising. And yet, history shows time and time again that, indeed, the long moral arc of the universe truly does bend towards justice. We will win this fight. And last night we took a great step towards that goal in spite of those who offer only lip service to our cause. We have a long way to go. We have much still to fight for.

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World AIDS Day Shamrock Festival (continued from front page) Commemorated at Center fabulous food. We will be having music, a silent auction, bin- go, cake walk, raffle, and a few other surprise events. Our In observance of World AIDS Day on December 1, a memori- annual St. Pat’s weekend oyster roast and party is our big- al service was held at the Savannah LGBT Center just prior to gest fundraiser of the year, and so sponsorships and atten- the Social and “Supernova” art exhibit. The Rev. Jamie Mau- dance are key to the success of FCN. ry, a longtime member and supporter of FCN, officiated over If you would like to donate or volunteer, please contact vice- the service. [email protected]. Please plan on attending and bringing all of your friends for this year’s fun-filled event. With your support, it will be a tremendous affair to remem- ber! DON’T FORGET TO WEAR YOUR GREEN!

A prayer given was very fitting for the gathering:

We Remember Them In the rising of the sun and its going down, We remember them; In the blowing of the wind and in the chill of winter, We remember them; In the opening of the buds and in the warmth of summer, We remember them; In the rustling of leaves and the beauty of autumn, We remember them; In the beginning of the year and when it ends, We remember them; When we are weary and in need of strength, We remember them; When we are lost and sick at heart, We remember them; When we have joys we yearn to share, We remember them; So long as we live, they too shall live, For they are now a part of us as We remember them.

-from Gates of Prayer, the Reform Judaism prayer book

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First City Network’s Network News • january - february 2019 13 LGBT Guide Support gay-friendly businesses--tell them you found them in Network News!

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14 Submit an LGBT-friendly business or organization for review and inclusion in the LGBT Guide. Email information to [email protected]. List Criteria for LGBT Guide PRINTING SPAS & SALONS SUBMISSIONS MUST MEET ONE Creative Approach Spa Bleu OR MORE OF THESE CRITERIA: 408 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd 101 Bull St Savannah , GA 31401 Savannah, GA 31401 (912) 233-8300 mycreativeapproach.com 1. Other local LGBT nonprofits or LGBT WEDDING OFFICIANT college organizations REAL ESTATE & Gordon Varnedoe 912-604-7773 2. Professionals or organizations that offer MORTGAGE [email protected] Austin Hill Realty LLC health & legal services (or other social 417 Whitaker St Savannah, GA 31401 WORSHIP SERVICES services) to the LGBT community (912) 354-2100 Agape Empowerment Ministries Pinnacle Realty Solutions 3. LGBT-welcoming places of worship 703D Louisville Rd Rich Brown Savannah, GA 31401 7025 Hodgson Memorial Dr, Ste B 4. LGBT-welcoming bars, lodging, or agapeempowerment.com Savannah, GA 31406 (912) 667-2867 Asbury Memorial UMC activities 1008 East Henry St Realty Executives Coastal Empire (912) 233-4351 5. Gay-friendly vendors of FCN Carl Knudsen, Realtor 231 Stephenson Ave Center for Spiritual Living 6. Businesses that are Business Level (912) 355-5557 2520 Bonaventure Rd [email protected] Savannah, GA 31404 members of FCN, give in-kind gifts to (912) 335-1905 Ron Melander, Realtor GRI CLHMS ABR SRS CIPS TRC Congregation Mickve Israel FCN, or have donated to the Community (912) 441-7124 20 East Gordon St savannahhistoricproperties.com (912) 233-1547 Center for 1 year from donation The Don Callahan Real Estate Group The Episcopal Church of the Epiphany 7. Advertisers in the Network News for Keller Williams Realty Bull Street Labs, 2222 Bull Street 3107 Waters Ave Savannah GA 31401 duration of ad Savannah, GA 31404 (912) 228-9425 (912) 441-4416 www.epiphanysavannah.org Lutheran Church of the Redeemer 51 Wilmington Island Rd RESTAURANTS, Savannah, GA 31410 BAKERIES & CATERERS (912) 897-1133 Bar • Food St. Luke’s Lutheran Church 4523 Habersham St 2716 Mechanics Ave Savannah, GA 31406 Savannah, GA 31404 (912) 354-6815 Byrd Cookie Company 6700 Waters Ave St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Savannah, GA 31406 34th & Abercorn (912) 232-0274 Bull Street Taco 1608 Bull St St. Paul's Lutheran Church Savannah, GA 31401 10 West 31st St Savannah, GA 31401 Crystal Beer Parlor 301 West Jones St Trinity Church Savannah, GA 31401 225 West President St Savannah, GA 31401 The Emporium Kitchen and Wine (912) 233-4766 Market 254 East Perry St Unitarian Universalist Church Savannah, GA 31401 313 East Harris St (912) 234-0980 FULL Lunch and Late Night 125 West Congress St Unitarian Universalist of Statesboro Savannah, GA 31401 609 East Grady St Statesboro, GA 30458 Service Brewing (912) 489-8338 574 Indian St Savannah, GA 31401 Unity Church of Savannah 2320 Sunset Blvd Six Pence Pub Savannah, GA 31404 245 Bull St (912) 355-4704 Savannah, GA 31401 Zaxby's 8040 White Bluff Rd Savannah, GA 31406

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