Horoscopes for week of May 5-12

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You might be a bit shaken by a friend's request. But before the lamb leaps to conclusions, insist on a full explanation. You still might say no, but at least you'll know what you're saying no to.

Horoscopes for week of April 28-May5

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A seemingly stalled romantic situation could benefit from your reassurance that you want this relationship to work. And if you do, use a tad more of that irresistible aries charm.

Art 'held hostage' at old jail museum

The students of Waldo Pafford Elementary School and their art teacher, Carol Ann Hough, recently were found guilty of creating awesome art. The students' artwork is currently being "held hostage" at the Old Liberty County Jail at 302 S. Main St. in downtown Hinesville. Students, parents and community members can visit the "Behind Bars" exhibit through May 14, from 10 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Aerial dancers to float among Ashantilly trees

Imagine Alice in Wonderland and the Mad Hatter flying playfully through the enormous, old live oaks at Ashantilly Center in Darien - or Cinderella, gracefully tumbling through the soft, coastal air instead of riding in a pumpkin coach.

Noon concert in downtown Hinesville

The Ben Robinson Band will bring an upbeat mix of blues and rock that should have the crowd tapping their feet, at Friday's Lunchtime Concert in the Park.

Historic homecoming open to public

In the mid 1700s, a group of English Puritans moved their families and church from Dorchester, S.C., and established a new Dorchester in Georgia. That group, along with nearby settlers established a church, an agricultural economy and a sense of political pride for independence. The area thrived and eventually became known as Midway.

Pageant for Long Relay needs contestants

The 2010 Miss Relay for Life Pageant is Friday, April 29, and organizers are encouraging ladies in the area to be a part of the event to support the war on cancer.

Horoscopes for week of April 21-28

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) The lamb is usually excited about taking on a new challenge. But if that's a touch of doubt you're feeling, maybe it's you telling yourself to go slow on this until you learn more about it.

Literary festival in Hinesville Saturday

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Chi Pi Zeta Chapter will host its first Ladies of the Dove Literary Festival from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday Lewis Frasier Middle School in Hinesville.

Community troupe using old school for play

The Liberty Theatre Company will help reintroduce the public to a spruced-up Dorchester Civic Center Friday and Saturday with its current production, "Vanities."

Horoscopes for week of April 14-21

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You still might have to deal with some lingering confusion that marked a recent workplace situation. But for the most part, you should now be well on your way to your next project.

Larger than Life Pageant set

The third annual Larger Than Life Beauty Pageant, hosted by Affairs and Occasions, is set for 7 p.m. Saturday, April 24, in the Long County High School cafeteria.

Art on display at City Center

If you enjoy fine art, you're in luck. Some of the area's most talented artists will display their works-in Richmond Hill from April 16-25. That's when Arts on the Coast will put on its Spring Arts Show at the Richmond Hill City Center, and it's where you'll see works such as "Pink Dogwood" by AOTC artist Ray Finis. There will be a reception and a chance to meet the artists on April 17 from 6-8:30 p.m. Stay tuned.

Concerts at Valdosta theme park

VALDOSTA - Wild Adventures Water and Theme Park welcomes boy band sensation, Backstreet Boys, to the park for a blowout concert, Saturday, June 5. Tickets are on sale. Reserved seats will be available for purchase online, by phone or at the park for $10 and do not include park admission.

Poetry reading at Armstrong Tuesday

The Poetry Society of Georgia 2009-10 Reading Series culminates at 7 p.m., Tuesday, April 20 with a reading by poet Kelly Whiddon. The reading will be held at the Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences, 121 Barnard Street in Savannah. The cost is $10 for general audience and $5 for students with valid ID, minors under 18 and seniors. Kelly Whiddon has published poems in Crab Orchard Review, Meridian, Poetry International, Spoon River Poetry Review, ...

'Jack Reacher' gets a lot wrong, and right

"Jack Reacher," which is new to home video, is a film that has much more to offer than I expected.

Horoscopes for week of May 15-21

April 20 to May 20: Bravo to the determined bovine. While others might give up, you continue to search for answers. Expect your taurean tenacity to begin paying off by week's end.

'Barefoot in the Park' May 17-19

The Liberty Theatre Company will perform Neil Simon's "Barefoot in the Park" at 7 nightly May 17-18 and at 2 p.m. May 19 at the Dorchester Village Civic Center. Doors open a half-hour before showtime.

'Iron Man 3' gets blockerbuster season off right

"Iron Man 3" currently is the No. 1 film in the world. You had to be a superhero this past week just to find a showing that wasn't sold out.

Club Stewart brunch for Mother's Day

Small Word Festival May 11 in Hinesville

The fifth annual Small World Festival will be from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, May 11, at the Amphitheater at Bryant Commons.