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Tis the Season
Being on their mailing list, I accepted the notice of the
Clarke County Republicans' Christmas party as an invitation and
dropped by their gathering at Casa Mia Thursday night. Casa
Mia laid out a great spread of food, and Republican friends
such as Regina Quick and Chairman Matt Brewster were warmly
welcoming. I elicited a "Merry Christmas" from longtime foe
John Elliott and shook hands with newly minted Republican
Rep. Doug McKillip. I had a nice chat with Rep. Chuck Williams,
and we were each surprised to find out we were talking with a
rather likable guy not at all what we had previously pictured.
That's what parties can accomplish. Newt was there, too.
(l-r) Matt Brewster the editor Newt ‘ Gingrinch” and Chuck Williams
hang out near the banos
Unfortunately for further political visiting, I had to run
down to the other end of the block to catch the tail end of
the opening of Vernon Thornsberry's exhibit of his stunning
new paintings at ARTini's (up through January). When you
talk about the art and music and writing and service-industry
work that make our Athens what it is, our own New Orleans
transplant, "Thornsberry • J Vernon," can serve as the archetype
of the scene. He is multi-talented, hard-working and unassum
ing-loving the people and the life that surround him.
Woof, Woof: The Book
Okay, the bottom line is, if you're looking for a gift for a
Bulldog fan, look no further than the new, revised tribute to
those quintessential bulldogs—Uga. Damn Good Dogs!, revised
and updated through the death of Uga VIII, is written by
Terry Maga/ine editor Kent Hannon and Savannah attorney and
keeper of the Ugas Sonny Seiler. Even if you can't say the same
for its subject, this is a beautifully designed (Anne Richmond
Boston) and produced book (University of Georgia Press)—a
big, hardbound tome on glossy paper in full color with over
S00 pnotographs, all for $34.9S. (Available at Avid Bookshop,
493 Prince Ave.) So, you’ve certainly got to call it a bargain,
and one that will be welcomed by anybody interested in UGA
football. It's mostly about the UGA mascots, of course, and the
Seiler family, who have been so generous with their time and
resources during the last half-century or so, but there's also a
lot of stuff about Georgia football, its coaches, players, games,
fans, etc. through the years. It's sad to be reminded that the
latest Ugas have been cut down by early illness, and it's a
little bit shocking to see how much leaner the early dogs were,
compared to the stockiness of the recent iterations. This book,
though, makes you realize why our unlikely mascot has become
such an icon. Damn Good Dogs! also reminds you that, when he
is not on duty, Uga is the family pet of the Seiler family and
just happens, like them, to be ready to throw on his G-sweater
and take off for Georgia games in the fall.
Occupy, Virtually
It is unfortunate that the Occupy Athens movement
decamped from the vicinity of the Arch after having their tents
stashed and their money stolen—and their permit set to expire
in a week. They have made their presence felt here in Athens,
and it remains to be seen what they will do next with an
abbreviated schedule of appearances at the Arch.
Pete McCommons ed tor Mtagpi om
THIS WEEK’S ISSUE:
City Dope 4
Athens News and Views
The sale of One Press Place, home of the Athens Banner-Herald, is announced.
Athens Rising 6
What’s Up in New Development
The results of a survey about downtown Athens indicate strong preferences
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The Reader
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Journalism Under the Influence
A fascinating look at Hunter S Thompson s evolution as a writer and as a
burgeoning counterculture hero.
35
Words on Music
Will Hermes' Love Goes to Buildings on Fire is essential tor anyone seeking to
understand 70s music.
Book Review
Threats & Promises 17
Music News and Gossip
New album details from of Montreal 1 Shonna Tucker leaves the Truckers!
We Three Keanes 20
Daddy Sang Bass (And the Twins Joined Right In)
Producer John Keane presents an album of Christmas cheer with his twin daughters
CITY DOPE
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THREATS & PROMISES .
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CAPITOL IMPACT .
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WOODS
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CITY PAGES
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WE THREE KEANES
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ATHENS RISING
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UPSTART ROUNDUP
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MISCELLANY
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THE CALENDAR'
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THE READER
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BULLETIN BOARD
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ART AROUND TOWN
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KIDDIE DOPE
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COMICS
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GRUB NOTES
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REALITY CHECK
. 31
MOVIE DOPE
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CLASSIFIEDS
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MOVIE PICK
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CROSSWORD
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HOLIDAY GUIDE
12
BOOK REVIEW
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