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54 McDonald Murrmann Center for Wellness & Health 360° Anniversary Party

26 Publisher's Letter

56 JudyMac Team Client Appreciation Party

30 Celebrating the Wedding of Grace Elizabeth Ciolfi & Alexander Nichols Rainer

58 Night Life for Methodist Hospice

34 Celebrating the Wedding of Ryan McKinney & Emilee Hudsmith

60 Donor Party & Celebration

38 Celebrating the Wedding of Steve Ash & Andrew Grissom

62 Ladies Love Liberty

60 Ami Austin Interior Design Grand Opening 61 Courage Thru Cancer

40 Seeds, Berries, and Roots in Your Drink

62 James Gattas Jewelers Christmas Open House

42 Celebrating the Wedding of Brittan Thomas & Bradford Townsend Rose

64 Live at the Garden: Earth, Wind & Fire

46 Celebrating the Wedding of Parker Derington Azwell & William Epps Jones

69 Orpheum Theatre Sidewalk of Stars

48 Celebrating the Wedding of Teresa Marie Ferrante & John Boustany Buttross, Jr. 50 Wedding Registry Guide 52 Decorative Furniture Painting with The Truffle Pig

66 Speakeasy East 72 Orpheum Theatre Pickler Companies Broadway Club Ribbon Cutting 73 Holiday Open House 73 Holiday Tea

70 Ken Hall's January / February Art Events

73 New Hope Christian Academy Anniversary Celebration

71 Retail in Retrospect: Brodnax Jewelers

82 Courses and Cocktails

74 Fashion

83 Methodist Healthcare Luncheon

O U T TA K E S 28 Party on the Plaza 36 Art on Fire

84 Weevil Party 85 Krewes for Kids About the Cover: Mr. & Mrs. Alexander Rainer About the TOC: Mr. & Mrs. Bradford Rose

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From the Publisher Seek the Peace and Prosperity of the City in which I have placed you. Jeremiah 29:7 When Mephibosheth son of Jonathan, the son of Saul, came to David, he bowed down to pay him honor. David said, "Mephibosheth!" "Your servant," he replied. 7"Don't be afraid," David said to him, "for I will surely show you kindness for the sake of your father Jonathan…2 Samuel 9: 6,7 6

This passage in 2 Samuel is the picture of grace and generosity from King David to the son of his friend, Jonathan. When your read the full chapter of 2 Samuel 9, you see that David reaches out to restore the fortunes of his friend Jonathan’s family. The friendship between David and Jonathan was written in a time that their backgrounds would not have allowed such a friendship. Jonathon was the child of King Saul and was to inherit the throne after his father’s death. David was the poor shepherd’s son who rose to fame through the killing of Goliath. Jonathan was never threatened by David, and in fact sided with David against his father recognizing David as the man God had called to be King after Saul, not himself. The story spotlights how a young man from the humblest beginning is raised up by God to be a force for good in God’s world despite the norms of society that the young man was born into. On December 3rd, my friend Brandon Bryant died from pancreatic cancer. Brand loved the Lord, lived for his wife, Trina Bryant and their two sons, Chandler and Sky. You would often find on his Facebook feed, messages from his church Brown Missionary Baptist Church. He was active in Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity whose motto is “First of All, Servant of All, We Shall Transcend All, “Alpha Phi Alpha dedicated itself to defend the rights and promote the responsibilities of African Americans.” Brandon and I meet in Dallas in 1995 at a Promise Keepers meeting, after that we spent years together in a Friday morning bible study. We were both unmarried working in the financial industry; we met our wives, were honored to be in each other’s weddings and started our families. Our friendship is not one that could have been imagined at the time of our birth given the different in environment of our births. We were both born in Memphis during the '60s and that is where our similarities end.

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Brandon Bryant I was born at the Baptist Hospital into the East Memphis white world, educated in private schools with no relationship or dependence on the Lord. I would come to know the Lord a few years before I met Brandon, and he was instrumental in helping me to understand God’s grace and my responsibility to my fellow man. Brandon was born at John Gaston Hospital into a rural North Mississippi world affected by the segregation of the time. His home had no indoor plumbing until he was 15 years old. He was baptized at the age of 12 at Dean Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Lake Cormorant, Mississippi. He was laid to rest at the same church’s cemetery whose headstones tell the story of a people that have worshipped and been a part of building our community since the late 1800’s. Brandon’s faith and what he gave to the world was built on the generations that came before him. Brandon earned a master’s degree from the University of Mississippi, became a professor teaching nighttime accounting classes until his family and work duties limited his time. At the time of his death, he was a Senior Vice President with BancorpSouth. Brandon, along with other members of our bible study, spent hours praying for each other’s families. When we would discuss our childhoods, it was hard to imagine worlds more different, but what all our childhoods had in common were families who wanted more for their children. The unifying thread of our group prayers for each other was that our children would love the Lord at an early age and would make a positive difference in the world that God called them to serve. Brandon Bryant was born into a world of segregation, grew into a man of God, loved his fellow man, was successful in every area of life that he was called to touch. He raised two exceptional young men that have been given the opportunity to build on the legacy of their father. Brandon, as we mourn your loss, we celebrate that God has called you home and declared to you, “Well done, good and faithful servant!” Matthew 25:23 Seek the Peace and Prosperity of Memphis. Jim Walker

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Party on the Plaza Church Health Church Health held their biggest event of the year, Party on the Plaza, recently. Once again, it was back on the Crosstown Plaza on a crisp November evening. Live music was provided by Big Ass Truck, and guests enjoyed dancing and dining al fresco. Many fire pits and twinkle lights added to the festive atmosphere. The event is also known for a stellar wine pull - and this year was better than ever. For more ways you can support Church Health, visit churchhealth.org. Photography by Mark Ramirez

1. State Rep. John Gillespie, Libby & Andy King, Shanna & Shawn Lynch 2. Jeanette Gil & Jared Boyd 3. John Adams, Ken Hall & Jason Gaia 4. Virginia & James Rantzow 5. Sam & Christy Holcomb, Jordan & Jonathan Fly 6. Katie & Jami Ferrel 7. Tiffany Brimhall, Bobby Maupin & Skye Moreno 8. Carrie & Alan McKiernan 9. Mary & Dr. Scott Morris, Anna & Lewis Williamson

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There are two Certified Family Law Specialists actively representing clients in Memphis.

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Grace Elizabeth Ciolfi & Alexander Nichols Rainer JULY 25, 2021

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Our wedding day took place on a perfect, latesummer day in the mountains surrounding Vail. We were joined by our closest family and friends, made up of travelers from 23 different states. Our time leading up to the wedding was spent with my bridesmaids and family in our amazing rental home. We enjoyed looking out over the mountain views, listening to our favorite music, and catching up on old times. The trip up to the scenic mountain-side venue was eventful to say the least. We were lucky enough to see a black bear, a mountain lion, and other wildlife in what I felt was the perfect, unexpected addition to our day. Once at the venue the bridesmaids continued to get ready and excitedly reflect on the afternoon and night to come. The ceremony was at 4 pm in a wonderful space overlooking Piney Lake and the beautiful Gore range. My husband, Alex, and I were fortunate to take some amazing pictures with the help of our photographer to capture the once-in-a-lifetime moment in all its glory. Dinner, drinks, and plenty of dancing were to follow! I was incredibly lucky to spend the most perfect day in the most gorgeous place with the people I love most. -Grace

Location: Piney River Ranch, Vail, Colorado Photographer: Stephanie Mikuls Photography Caterer: Cowboy Catering, Piney River Ranch Caterer Wedding Gown: Alexandra's Boutique, Fall River, Massachusetts Florist: Something Borrowed Blooms Table Design and Settings: Patricia Ciolfi, Mother of the Bride JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2022

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On the surface, Heart Ball is a community dedicated to saving lives gathering together one night a year for an empowering and celebratory gala. But the Mid-South Heart Ball, hosted at the Peabody Hotel on February 19, is so much more. For more than 40 years it’s been a unifying event to raise awareness and motivation, and now that collective power extends beyond the ballroom and into the community with efforts inspired by and developed with its most dedicated attendees. "Our support for the American Heart Association has been motivated in large part by the impact heart disease has had on our families and friends. But we also recognize the disproportionate impact heart disease has on others in the Mid-South. Our hope is that through Heart Ball, we can raise awareness about serious health issues facing our community, while making strides to close the gap. Join us in our commitment to tackle food insecurity, provide greater access to preventative care, and establish greater diversity in science and healthcare careers with the goal of building a pathway to greater health equity." - your 2022 Mid-South Heart Ball Chairs, Peter & Judy Felsenthal and Bob & Tracy Moore www.event.gives/midsouthhb

National Wear Red Day. Friday, February 4, 2022 #MemGoRed Help us turn the Bluff City Red on Friday, February 4th, 2022 as we take a stand against heart disease. Together, we can save the lives of mothers, daughters, sisters, and friends throughout the Mid-South community.

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September 18, 2021, will be etched in our minds forever. We began the day at the Hudsmith family lake house dancing to 2000's hits as we took turns getting “wedding ready.” After the final touches, the girls attended a lovely bridesmaid luncheon, hosted by my Great Aunt, at Odette’s. Her traditional gift is a sugar bowl from our wedding china to “keep our marriage sweet.” Meanwhile, Ryan and his groomsmen feasted and got ready for the day ahead of them. As they arrived at Turtle Point, it all sank in as the final touches were being made on the hand-carved arch made by Ryan’s father, Jeff McKinney. I could smell the romance in the air as we turned into Turtle Point. The canopy of pine trees glistened with the freshly sprinkled mist from the rain. As I gazed at the beautiful entrance along Wilson Lake, the butterflies hit, as I was about to see the man of my dreams become my husband. As the rain fell, my groom was patiently waiting to see me in my elegant dress. Our “first look” was so special exchanging wedding gifts. Ryan’s gift to me was a Bible with a personal, handwritten note and I gave him a watch engraved with “I love you forever, ‘Em.” As time for the ceremony approached, the rain kept coming with some guests braving the weather with their umbrellas and others watching from the covered balcony. Just as my father and I linked arms to walk down the aisle, the rain subsided. Chris Carter, of Christ Church Memphis, delivered the special sermon. Closing the ceremony, together with our guests, we sang “Bind us Together.” This song is a reminder that we are bonded in love by Jesus and the love of our dear families and friends. We had the time of our lives dancing the night away. Ryan’s family restored a 1969 GTO that carried us away from the glow of the sparklers and a night to remember. Each guest took home “Wedding Sugar" we created from my “Take Off For Good” business. This day was long anticipated and was the start of the ultimate adventure. We may have endured a little rain while “tying the knot” but supposedly a wet knot is hard to untie! - Emilee

Ceremony Location: Turtle Point Yacht and Country Club, Killen, AL Photographer: Mary Kate Steele Photography Caterer: Turtle Point Yacht and Country Club Wedding Gown: The Barefoot Bride Wedding Gown Designer: Essence of Australia Videographer: NSainVideos – Brock Sain

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Art on Fire Art on Fire at the Dixon Gallery & Garden was back, October 23 and hotter than ever! While enjoying the bonfire and crisp fall night, guests enjoyed live music, delicious bites from local restaurants, drinks, an auction, and an art sale. This festive event supported the Dixon’s art and horticulture programs, which include dozens of community outreach programs for over 100,000 individuals yearly. Dixon.org Photography by Mark Ramirez

1. Amy Golden & Ashley Adams 2. Brad & Alissa Campbell Shaw, Wendy & Justin Lawhead 3. Lee Rankin & Paul Thomas 4. Connie & Jay Stressel 5. Kathleen & Justin Nance 6. Jordan Abidor & Caitlyn Duffy 7. Kesha & Jason Warren 8. Melody Myrick & Chris Gullick 9. Allie & Brandon Starnes 36

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Steve Ash & Andrew Grissom OCTOBER 23, 2021

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We are native Memphians and Rhodes alums, and our story began in 2012 when we had our first date. Over the next few years, we called Midtown Memphis our home. In 2014, we added our adorable miniature poodle Pumpernickel into the mix. Three years later, with new graduate degrees and jobs, we packed our bags and moved across the country to Seattle. We love our new city, but knew that for our wedding Memphis was the right place to celebrate. We held our wedding on October 23, 2021, at Annesdale Mansion. Built in 1850, this location captured a piece of history and the beautiful Southern charm of Memphis. It reminded us of Mollie Fontaine Lounge, where you could often find us when we lived in Memphis enjoying a glass of wine and live music. In fact, that’s why it was so special that the owner of Mollie’s, chef Karen Carrier, and the crew at Another Roadside Attraction were able to prepare the most amazing food for our event. Rev. Elizabeth H. Doolin officiated a poignant and personal ceremony in the gardens surrounded by flowers, family, and friends. We wanted the evening to include some of our favorite things: a string quartet, a live jazz band, a poet providing guests with personalized poems, a signature cocktail named after our dog, and even a magician! We would like to thank our guests for celebrating with us, many of whom traveled from all over the US and Canada. Special thanks to our vendors, our amazing planner, Betsy McKay with Salt Style & Events, and family: Linda Ash, David Bryan, and Dale and Vickie Grissom for supporting us and making this milestone and event so incredible. -Steve & Andrew

Location: Annesdale Mansion Photographer: Ashley Benham Photography Videography: Feather Stone Weddings Caterer: Another Roadside Attraction Event Planner: Salt Style & Events Ceremony Music: Simply Strings Band: Jeremy Shrader Music Bar Product: Buster’s Liquors & Wines Bartenders: Memphis Bar Ties Cookie Favors: Painted Cookie Floral & Décor: Garden District Getaway Transportation: Premiere Transportation

Glassware: Mahaffey Event & Tent Rentals Groomsmen Attire: American Tuxedo Hair: Sage + Honey Hair Co. Hotel Block and Brunch: The Peabody Hotel Ice: J&K Delta Ice Magician: Jeffrey Day Make-Up: Rachel Douglass Poetry Artist: Personalized Poetry by Adam Maldonado Rentals: White Door Events Stationary Items: Stovall Collection Tent: Amerispan Tents, Inc. Wedding Cake: The Flour Garden

Seeds, Berries, and Roots in Your Drink By Sherri McCalla, Herb Garden Curator, Memphis Botanic Garden Culinary Staging by Faye Brown Photos by Jill Maybry This is the time of the year that Herb Garden volunteers and I gather all the plant material with seeds together that we have collected over the growing season. We separate the seeds from the other bits of plant matter and then package the cleaned seeds for storage, sale, and swap. With seeds on my mind, these dark, damp, and often cold winter days send me searching my recipe box for drinkable warmth. Many of the seasonings that you may be familiar with are seeds. Cardamom, fennel, caraway, dill, sesame, rye, mustard, star anise, nutmeg, cumin, cloves, and black pepper are common spices that can be purchased in almost every grocery store--all of which are the seeds of a plant. The berries of some plants are used for seasoning as well; juniper, allspice, sumac, elder, and rose hips come to my mind (although some of those are only found in specialty stores). Berries include the fruit covering as well as multiple seeds. The crushed pepper berry that is on the table at most pizza establishments includes the seeds of the pepper as well as the fruit. Caution is required of hot peppers as seeds are generally hotter than the pepper flesh; proceed with caution if you traverse the realm of the truly hot peppers such as Reaper, Ghost, Apocalypse Scorpion, Scotch Bonnet, et cetera. That being said, there are some spices that are not seed, berry, leaf, or stem but are the actual root of a plant. Ginger, turmeric, and galangal are a few examples of rhizotomy rooty spices. This winter warm yourself with a few of my favorite seed, berry, and root flavored drinks:

Herbal Toddy: Brew one tea bag of herb of choice in 8 ounces of almost boiling water. Let steep for 5-10 minutes, covered. Squeeze the tea bag and remove. Add a tablespoon of local honey. Stir. Add 1 ounce whiskey or bourbon and a squeeze of lemon. Stir. Enjoy.

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Mulled Wine: 1 bottle red wine 3 cups orange juice 1 8 ¼ oz can pineapple juice 1 cinnamon stick ½ cup sugar 16 slices of lemon/halved 4 Tablespoons water 8 whole, freshly cracked peppercorns 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 1 whole star anise 4 whole cloves 2 whole green cardamom pods Place all ingredients in a non-reactive pot and bring to a simmer – do NOT boil.

Aztec Hot Xocoatl Mix: 1 cup powdered sugar ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder ½ cup coconut milk powder or milk powder 1 teaspoon arrowroot powder a handful of chocolate chips (the higher the cocoa content, the better), or pieces from a chocolate bar (smashed) 1 ½ teaspoon Vietnamese Cinnamon powder (Penzeys Spices carries this here in Memphis) 1 teaspoon dried chipotle powder ¼ teaspoon Real Salt or Himalayan salt Combine all ingredients. Mix. Add 3 Tablespoons of the

mixture with hot water, almond milk, coconut milk, milk, or cream. Stir until dissolved.

Spiced Cider: (16 servings) 1 gallon fresh apple cider 1 orange, sliced into ¼” rounds and halved 12 whole cloves 6 whole, freshly cracked whole allspice 5 cinnamon sticks (approx. 3 inch long) plus more for a garnish if desired 2 inches fresh ginger root cut into ¼” slices 15 freshly cracked whole peppercorns 5 star anise Optional: 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg (this can be held aside as a garnish) optional: add ½ to ¾ cup packed brown sugar if you would like a sweeter beverage Optional: 6 ounces cranberry juice. Place all ingredients into a slow cooker and turn on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours, then turn to warm for drinking. Alternatively, all ingredients can be placed into a large pot and brought to a simmer on the stove. Simmer for 1 hour. Strain as you pour into a mug. If you’d like to spike your drink, place 1 ounce of bourbon, rye whiskey, vodka, or rum into a mug then fill with the hot cider. Garnish with a sprinkle of ground or grated nutmeg (instead of adding into the mix at the beginning), an orange slice half, and/or a cinnamon stick or cinnamon or cherry-flavored candy stick.

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Memphis Reception: Date: September 18, 2021 Reception Location: Annesdale Mansion Photographer: Deux Bohème Caterer: Donelson’s Catering Photo Booth: The Kenney’s DJ: DNA Entertainment Florist: Ann Smith Flowers and Cat Brown Studio Reception Gown: Adorn Bridal, Nashville, TN Reception Gown Designer: Peter Langner, “Holding Tight” Hair and Makeup: Brentney Riggs, The Shop – Hair and Makeup Mexico Wedding Ceremony: Date: August 6, 2021 Location: Villa La Joya (Property), Playa del Carmen, Playa Paraíso Photographer: Carro Navarro Photography Wedding Gown: Adorn Bridal, Nashville, TN Wedding Gown Designer: Enzoani, “Phoebe”

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The first and easiest decision we made was that we wanted a destination wedding. After 2020 lockdowns, and time apart from the people we love… we figured everyone needed a vacation! The only problem was I had no idea what I was doing, lol. Luckily, and one of the perks of being from a small town, our neighbor and close family friend of the Rose’s swooped in to the rescue—It’s a bird, it’s a plane… oh wait, even better, it’s Becky! She held our hands through the process of finding the perfect location, venue, and safely deposited us into the hands of our wedding planners (Paradise Wedding Events, PWE). PWE connected us with the best vendors; I may be biased, but I believe that to be an objective fact. I knew it would be beautiful, because you know… it’s the beach… It's hard to mess that up, but when I arrived for hair and make up I was absolutely floored. Every detail was perfect, even the things I thought I didn’t care about (like napkins - thank you to my mom for convincing me otherwise - she’s the real MVP - love you Mama) came together into exactly what I had envisioned but somehow so much better than I could have ever dreamt. It truly was the best day of our lives, a dream come true. Getting to marry my best friend in the world didn’t hurt either. While we knew we wanted the ceremony in Mexico, we also wanted to be able to celebrate with everyone knowing that there would be a lot of friends and loved ones who wouldn’t be able to make it to the nuptials. So, we decided to have a domestic reception in my family’s new home of Memphis, TN (recent transplants from Fayetteville, AR). What started out as an idea to have a backyard barbeque took a turn when my mom took me to the Annesdale Mansion. I’m pretty sure I squealed when I got out of the car when we first arrived on the property. I instantly became 12 again, all I could think was “it’s like if Secret Garden and Narnia had a baby”, which for me is the highest praise. Looking around at the stately architecture and grandeur of the property, the decision was made, bye bye BBQ and hello Black Tie. The rest is history. Pure magic. -Brittan

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William Epps Jones & Parker Derington Azwell OCTOBER 9, 2021

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Will and I never met while we were both at the University of Tennessee in Chattanooga, but our paths finally crossed back home in Memphis when we were waiting tables at Flight Restaurant. After dating a while, on a downtown Memphis rooftop at sunset, Will proposed with a ring including stones and a setting from four generations of his family. As soon as our planning began in earnest, all the uncertainty and worry of Covid-19 hit. Generous friends of Will’s family came through with a lovely, almost-pandemic-proof offer: why not hold the wedding in their garden, a gorgeous three-acre treasure tucked away in east Memphis? That kind invitation allowed everything else to fall into place easily, since an all-outdoor event would alleviate most pandemic-related worries for our friends and family, and let us add lots of special, personal touches to the celebration. The weekend kicked off with a New Orleans-style rehearsal dinner at Will’s parents’ home, complete with a second line parade down the block to a post-toast party. We exchanged vows on the lawn, with a collection of vintage rugs forming an aisle and ceremony space, officiated by the Reverend Horace Tipton, a long-time family friend. Our Llewellin Setter, Penny Lane, served as flower dog, and thoroughly approved of the party favors: giant dog biscuits for our guests to take home to their furry friends. Dave Killebrew played some of our favorite songs on acoustic guitar during the ceremony, and “Here Comes The Sun” as my father walked me down the aisle. As the sun set, the reception began with a cocktail hour in the wooded, lower garden. A few of our former co-workers tended bar, while guests nibbled from a charcuterie grazing table and raw bar. Will had requested a “groom’s games” area, and it was easy to make him happy! It featured his vintage canoe loaded with ice, beer, and seltzers, along with a giant Jenga game and custom-painted cornhole boards with our initials. Guests then moseyed up candle-lit gravel paths to the lawn around the pool and rose garden, where the Acme Memphis Band played under the stars all evening. My talented friend and bridesmaid Hayley Daniels stepped up to the mic and brought the guests to their feet with “Make You Feel My Love.” Leonard’s Barbecue is Will’s favorite, and along with delicious caramel wedding cake made for a crowd-pleasing outdoor supper. We made a sparkler-lit exit in a classic deep-red 1946 Ford Deluxe Convertible, met up with friends downtown for an after-party, enjoyed a lovely send-off Sunday brunch given by friends, and honeymooned in Belize. - Parker

Ceremony & Reception Location: Private gardens and residence in East Memphis Photography & Videography: S&R John Photography & Films Caterers: Raw bar by Affordable Catering; charcuterie grazing table by Chicks N Cheese; dinner by Leonard’s Barbecue; cake by Ginger Clark of Cakes by Carolyn Florist: TCB & Co.; additional florals by Kim MacQueen Wedding Gown: Theia Couture; shoes: Badgley Mischka; veil & earrings: Etsy Bridal Party Hair & Makeup: Beauty by Brady Boyd

Bridesmaids' Gowns: Azazie Groom & Groomsmens’ Suits: The Modern Groom Band: The Acme Memphis Band Custom Paper Party Goods: Limelight Paper & Partyware Hand-Lettering and Signage: Kate Roberts Getaway Car: Ila Vivian Vintage Rentals Rentals, Lighting, and Linens: White Door Events Custom Woodwork & Photo Booth: Doug Whitehead Puppy Wrangler: Christopher Colomb

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Teresa Marie Ferrante & John Boustany Buttross, Jr. SEPTEMBER 18, 2021

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A “Happily Ever After” with a little pixie dust and a lot of family love is the best way I can think of to describe our wedding day! As someone who has always loved all things involving princesses and fairy tales, I dreamed of my wedding day from a very young age. I’m the type of person who loves pinning ornate, detailed wedding cakes on Pinterest and watching “Say Yes to the Dress” on TLC every Saturday. On September 18th, 2021, I married the love of my life at St. Louis Catholic Church. It was the best day of my life. My mom took me by our reception venue, Ridgeway Country Club, prior to the ceremony so I could take everything in before guests arrived. I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw all of the beautiful flowers, twinkling lights, and gold decorations that covered the venue. The support of my bridesmaids as we belted Disney songs on the way to the church made the day all the more special. However, nothing could compare to the moment the large church doors opened for me to walk down the aisle, and I saw my future husband’s face. Any nerves I had felt immediately left me as I made my way toward him - each of us instantly hugging and holding back laughter as we joked in each other’s ears. I had never felt happier in my life! Our reception ended the day in the most magical of ways as we celebrated with all our family and friends, eating delicious food and dancing the night away to an extravagant celebration at Ridgeway. -Teresa Ceremony Location: St. Louis Catholic Church Reception Location: Ridgeway Country Club Photographer: Russell Hays Photography Caterer: Ridgeway Country Club Wedding Gown: Ballew Bridal Wedding Gown Designer: Essence of Australia Videographer: Jamie Hill Florist: Holliday Flowers and Events Vocalist: John Angotti Strings: Beth Luscombe DJ: Jim Steinbrecher Cake: Frost Bakery JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2022

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Wedding Registry Guide: Your wedding registry is the first step in creating your home and treasured pieces for your life together. These local specialty shops offer bridal registry items, ranging from casual china to heirloom china, outdoor pieces to luxury linens and every beautiful thing in between. With personalized service and knowledgeable staff, registering, ordering online, and shopping locally is a special part of the wedding.

Social: A Shop for Gracious Living:

Social offers an exquisite selection of china, including Herend, Sasha Nicholas, Waterford, and Wedgwood. They also have crystal stemware, outdoor dining pieces, fabulous serving pieces, and so much more in their newly renovated bridal registry display space! Social has lots of great gift ideas for groomsmen and bridesmaids, as well as a huge selection of hostess gifts that they can beautifully wrap and have ready for pick up. They also offer monogramming and engraving services. Social is constantly getting new items so they advise brides to come see them often to add to their registry. The Bridal Team includes Social owner Carmen Bond, Darby Garner, Lauren Daughtry, Laine Park, Janie Sims, and Kathryn Painter who are fantastic at assisting brides make their registry selections. Plus, all the "Socialites" love working with customers to choose just the right wedding gift from the extensive selection! You may email them at Registry@social-memphis.com or call the shop to set up an appointment. 650 South Perkins Memphis, Tennessee 38117 901-766-6746 social-memphis.com

Babcock Gifts:

For forty-seven years, Babcock Gifts has offered unparalleled service and quality gifts of all kinds. As one of the finest gift shops in the region, Babcock has something for all gift-giving occasions, from baby shower to birthday, from wedding to anniversary, and every celebration in between. Offering one of the area's most extensive china and crystal collections for wedding registry, Babcock welcomes your call for personalized attention in selecting treasures to last a lifetime. Come by the store, call, or send an email so Babcock can assist with picking out the perfect wedding gift. Local gift delivery is provided and gift wrap is complimentary. Babcock is open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 am-6:00 pm, or by appointment. Laurelwood Shopping Center 4538 Poplar Avenue Memphis, Tennessee 38117 901-763-0700 Babcockgifts.com 50

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The Truffle Pig:

The Truffle Pig believes that registering is one step toward laying the foundation for your future life together. From choosing bedding, setting a table, to stocking the bar, they have everything brides need to create a happy and stylish home. The Truffle Pig is a women-owned boutique. Because they are a part of the community they are your neighbor and friend - and they treat their clients as such. They truly love helping brides choose the things they love and will use and enjoy for years to come. A few of the benefits of registering with The Truffle Pig include one-on-one consultation with bridal specialists, personalized service through the entire process, 20% off hostess gifts, and couples receive a $100 gift card for adding the Truffle Pig to their wedding website. The Truffle Pig 3670 S. Houston Levee Road, Suite 102 Collierville, TN 38017 901-308-1557 shoptrufflepig.com

Lisa Mallory:

Lisa Mallory specializes in fine linens for bed, bath and table along with lovely accessories for the entire home. Brides can register for everything from coffee table books to lamps and artwork. They especially love receiving the linens including monogrammed towels, throws and new sheets. Call the shop at 901-452-5575 or email info@lisamallorydesign.com to schedule an appointment to make your registry selections. Visit the wedding registry section at lisamallorydesign. com for an idea of what is available. Chickasaw Oaks Village Shopping Center 3080 Poplar Ave Memphis, TN 38111 901-452-5575 lisamallorydesign.com

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Decorative Furniture Painting with The Truffle Pig Photos courtesy of The Truffle Pig Dreary winter days are ideal for a painting project, and there is not a more simple way to transform or freshen up a piece of furniture than with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint®. If you have ever used chalk paint, you know how fantastic it is. If not, grab a paint brush and try it out! It is a decorative furniture paint, and Annie Sloan Chalk Paint® is designed to be easy to use, quick and reliable. Very rarely does it require any preparation, such as sanding or priming, plus it can be used indoors or outside on just about any surface. Versatility is another feature of Chalk Paint®. It can be used to paint wood, metal, melamine, and flooring. It can be even used to dye fabric and paint glass! Experts at The Truffle Pig in Collierville show us in a few easy steps how to create a unique and special piece!

1 1. If your furniture has any hardware, such as handles, remove those if possible. Use a damp cloth (avoid any harsh chemicals) and give it a quick clean. Stir your Chalk Paint® color. You can use a stir stick or anything else you have on hand. Dip your brush in, and apply the paint straight onto the furniture. As you paint, move the brush in every direction and all over the piece. Wait for the first coat to be touch dry. Depending on the climate, this could take 1-3 hours. Once dry, apply a second coat in the same manner. Wait for the paint to be fully dry. 2. Next, apply Chalk Paint® Wax in the same manner as the paint. Use a brush or lintfree cloth to apply in all directions. Work in sections removing any excess with a lint-free cloth as you go. Make sure every bit of paintwork has been waxed. 3. And that’s it! You can use the piece of furniture as soon as the wax is dry to the touch, but please note it will take up to two weeks to reach its full hardness (known as the ‘curing period’). During this time, take extra care with the piece.

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McDonald Murrmann Center for Wellness & Health 360° Anniversary Party

McDonald Murrmann Center for Wellness & Health 360° celebrated its 25th anniversary this year with an open house celebration on November 2. With over 300 in attendance, the event included giveaways and prizes valued at over $4,000, special pricing on pre-booked services, wine and light hors d’oeuvres, and provided opportunities for new and current patients to tour the office and ask questions of providers regarding services offered. For 25 years, MMCWH360 has been Memphis’ premier women’s clinic, created for women by women and providing annual health exams, integrated gynecology, sexual wellness, menopause consulting, minimally invasive surgery, aesthetic gynecology, general aesthetic services and body sculpting. Photography by Mark Ramirez

1. Dr. Mary McDonald, Dr. Heather Donato, Rola Obaji & Dr. Susan Murrmann 2. Ami Austin & Leighanne Soden 3. Mollina Houy, Rani Cochran & Janna Knight 4. Eva Asua & Tia Quarles 5. Sabrina Shepherd, Hannah Pickle, Barbara Boatner & Amy Pickle 6. Dr. Susan Murrmann & Adrienne Bailey 7. Nedra Boyd & Mary Walton 8. Rola Obaji & Natalie Chamoun 9. Branda Grace & Teresa Wilkes 10. Valerie Bearup, Mayor Mike Palazzolo , Rola Obaji & Natalie Narrow

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JudyMac Team Client Appreciation Party Judy & Mickey McLellan and the JudyMac Team hosted their 33rd Annual Client Appreciation Party on November 19. Held at Lexus of Memphis, the evening festivities included scrumptious noshes and libations by Jim’s Place Grille. Guests also were treated to live music from the legendary Joyce Cobb, Pat Register, Danny Cosby and Donna Wolf. It was a wonderful way to kick-off the holiday season! Photography by Mark Ramirez

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Night Life for Methodist Hospice Methodist Healthcare Foundation The annual Night Life for Methodist Hospice concert was held again this year, and it was another spectacular evening for the generous supporters of Methodist Hospice. Dinner was served at The Grove at GPAC, and Runaway June wowed the guests with their performance on the indoor GPAC stage. This year was a huge success, and raised over $120,000 to benefit the hospice mission of ensuring all patients have access to quality end-of-life care regardless of their circumstances. methodisthealth.org Photography by Lisa Buser

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Ami Austin Interior Design Grand Opening Ami Austin is a nationally award-winning, full-service interior design firm, and they recently hosted a Grand Opening celebration of their new shop in Laurelwood Shopping Center. They specialize in all things interior and offer a wide array of home furnishings. After a ribbon-cutting, guests enjoyed touring Ami’s new shop and celebrating the new location in East Memphis. Congratulations to Ami and her talented team! amiaustininteriors.com Photography by Mark Ramirez

1. Kim Pitts, Ami Austin & Cindy Gambrell 2. Laura Trezevant, Valerie Calhoun & Cathy Farrell 3. Sharon Posman, Tracey Ford & Stephanie Schwegmane

Donor Party & Celebration Children's Museum of Memphis On Thursday, December 2, the Children's Museum of Memphis honored its three founders: Harriet McFadden, Mars Child and Polly Glotzbach. These three women joined forces in 1985 in hopes of bringing a children's museum to Memphis. After raising $3 million for construction, the museum officially opened on June 16, 1990. While honoring the vision of the three founders, the Children's Museum of Memphis also announced a partnership with Porter-Leath to provide 1,500 of their preschool families with free museum memberships as part of their commitment to providing excellence in playful learning for all children. cmom.com Photography by Mark Ramirez

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Courage Thru Cancer The 6th Annual Courage Thru Cancer was held this year on November 19 at the Hilton Hotel to celebrate and honor those who have been through the fight against cancer. Guests enjoyed dinner, dancing and bidding on fantastic auction items. The 2020/2021 Honorees are: Allen Goode, Hunter Dean, Latoya Dotson, Lori d’Entremont, Jeff Earnest, Amy Pollan, Lynne Herzke and Ryan Swanson. Courage Thru Cancer was created to support anyone’s life, patient or family, whose life has been changed forever by cancer. couragethrucancer.com Photography by Nikodem Niziolek

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Ladies Love Liberty Fashion Show Luncheon Supporters of the AutoZone Liberty Bowl recently held the annual Ladies Love Liberty Fashion Show Luncheon. The event was held November 18 at the Memphis Country Club and featured gorgeous fall and holiday fashions from Kittie Kyle. Dr. Scott Morris, founder and CEO of Church Health, received the AutoZone Liberty Bowl and Four Seasons Memory, Inc. 2021 Community Service Award. It was a spectacular afternoon celebration of two of Memphis’ finest - the Liberty Bowl and Church Health. libertybowl.org Photography by Mark Ramirez

1. Cindy Gambrell, Olivia Collins, Colleen Canale & Martha Robertson 2. Pat Caldwell & Debra Mitchell 3. Sally Aldrich, Cathy & Earle Farrell, Anne & Pat Halloran, Dr. Mary & Joe McDonald

James Gattas Jewelers Christmas Open House Bubbles and baubles were the specialties for holiday shoppers at James Gattas Jewelers Christmas Open House. Santa loves shopping locally for the perfect gift for someone special, and James Gattas Jewelers makes it easy! Photography by Mark Ramirez

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8. Debbie & Danny DeBerry 9. Bill Morris, Connie Haynes, Dawn Gallaher & Jeff Morris 10. Colleen & Jeff LaCroix 11. Stephen, Deborah & Sharon Walker 12. Kevin & Holly Mount 13. Paula & Hal Griggs 14. Mindy Würzburg & Blair Parker 15. Sitting: Esther & Stanley Parker, Standing: Bessie Slaton-Mosley & Diane Hurth 16. Bob & Donna Warmath, Jane & Mark Stephens 17. Karen McCarthy & Roy Jones 18. Barbara Benstein, Kathy Bacherig, Barb Parham & Pam Pittman 19. John & Rene Pickler

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On November 12, 4Memphis Music launched with the first event of our House Party Charity Concert Series. Guests sipped on crafted cocktails from Strangeways Cordials and enjoyed performances by Al Kapone, The Dirty Streets, Velvetina Taylor, The Goddessie, Cyrena Wages, Dj Chandler Blingg, The Prvlg, DJ Edwin Adams and Alston Meeks. In total over $9,000 dollars was raised and donated to For The Kingdom, a non-profit dedicated to supporting the needs of the 38128 community. ftkmemphis.org. Photography by Bryant Cummings

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Orpheum Theatre Sidewalk of Stars Drew & Ellie Holcomb The Orpheum Theatre held a dedication ceremony on their Sidewalk of Stars for locals Drew & Ellie Holcomb. The Holcombs were in Memphis performing their Neighborly Christmas show on Friday, December 3, and their star was unveiled to celebrate this incredible music duo. Congratulations, Drew & Ellie! Photography by Mark Ramirez

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Art events

Squared by Becky McRae show through Gallery Ten Ninety-One

A new year with new opportunities. We all know now that predicting the future is a fool’s errand, but as of the time of this writing there is, as you can see below, a really nice array of arts events planned. Theater and musical productions, art exhibits, films – some familiar names and some new ones. If we have learned nothing else, surely we now know this: go while you can. Don’t delay or wait until next month. Go now and see and feel and enjoy. And let all express thanks to artists, musicians, exhibit organizers, event producers, and all involved who have been in ”hurry up and wait” mode. Cheers for the new year! -Ken Hall

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John Leslie Breck: American Impressionist and Connecting with Nature: Plein-air Paintings by Matthew Lee Dixon Gallery & Gardens, through 3/27

JANUARY events Something for Everyone photography by Becky Ross McRae WKNO Gallery Ten Ninety-One, online only through 1/31

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Selected Works from Hooks Brothers Photographic Archives Flow Museum of Art & Culture, Benjamin L. Hooks Main Library, through 1/31 Jay Etkin curates exhibits at multiple locations this month. The first is from the library and at the library, delving into the rich archives for a sampling of Hooks Brothers photos from 1910 to 1950.

Matsuriza Taiko Buckman Arts Center 60 Perkins Ext’d, 8pm Traditional Japanese drumming as well as new compositions. On the Horizon: Contemporary Cuban Art from the Perez Art Museum Frist Art Museum, Nashville, through 5/1

Passport Masks Revealed Flow Museum of Art & Culture, 942 S. Cooper. Ceremonial masks from Liberia, through 1/30

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things we carry art by Lauren Cannon and Robyn Gridley Nickell Levy Gallery, Buckman Arts Center, 60 Perkins Ext’d, through 2/21 Opening reception is January 7, 5-7pm

1/21

The Mirror film screening Crosstown Arthouse, 1350 Concourse Ave., 7:30pm, Andrei Tarkovsky’s 1975 reflection on 20th century Russian history. Joshua Espinoza Trio The Green Room at Crosstown, 7:30pm Blue Roses of Tennessee Williams Tennessee Shakespeare, 7950 Trinity, 7:30/3:00pm, through 1/23 Includes scenes, readings, and cocktails. The Mountaintop Hattiloo Theatre, through 2/13

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Schubert’s Unfinished Symphony Memphis Symphony Orchestra, Cannon Center/Germantown United Methodist, 7:30/2:30pm, through 1/23

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FEBRUARY events Hadestown Orpheum Theatre, through 2/6 American Son Theatre Memphis Next Stage, through 2/20 Jonathan Edwards in concert Buckman Arts Center, 60 Perkins Ext’d, 8pm New Works by Kerry Peeples Lois E. Ruleman Gallery, Church Health, 1350 Concourse. Opening reception on Feb. 4, 5:307:30pm, through 3/30

2/5 2/11

Andy Warhol: Silver Clouds Brooks Museum, through 5/15 Ricochet art by Katie Diley 525 N. Main, 7pm New works from The Edge Artist.

2/15 2/19

Tootsie Orpheum Theatre, through 2/20

2/25

Ben Paterson Jazz in the Box, GPAC, 7pm

May We All Playhouse on the Square, through 2/20 Playhouse goes country with this musical written by members of Florida Georgia Line.

1/22

Iris Orchestra with Jeffrey Kahane GPAC/Brooks Museum, 7:30/3pm, through 1/30 Due South: Ke Francis and Hoopsnake Press Brooks Museum through 7/3

Watkins Family Hour Buckman Arts Center, 60 Perkins Ext’d, 7pm Two-thirds of Nickel Creek, Sean and Sara Watkins, making innovative, engaging music. International Blues Challenge Blues Foundation, clubs and venues along Beale Street, through 1/22

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1/29

Our Town Theatre Memphis, through 1/30

The Complete History of America (Abridged) Germantown Community Theatre, through 1/30

1/18

Torch Song Circuit Playhouse, through 2/13

Sarah Elizabeth Cornejo art exhibit Ross Gallery at CBU, through 2/19

The Goodbye Levee TheatreWorks, 2085 Monroe, through 1/30

Sundance Film Festival Satellite Screen Indie Memphis, 2105 Court, through 1/30 Selected films from the 2022 Park City, Utah, festival will be screened at Malco Studio on the Square.

Rise Collage Dance Collective, Cannon Center, 7/1pm, through 2/20

Bright Star Germantown Community Theatre, through 3/13 Waves of Change Levy Gallery, Buckman Arts Center, 60 Perkins Ext’d, through 4/2 Opening reception for the fused glass art by Christie Stratton Moody, March 31, 5-7pm

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What Does This Sound Like To You? Rhodes Faculty Concert series, McNeill Concert Hall, 613 University St., 7:30pm

Retail in Retrospect Brodnax Jewelers By Sandi Butler Hughes

For our annual 4Memphis Wedding Issue, the Retail in Retrospect feature spotlights Brodnax Jewelers as we celebrate local businesses from another era in Memphis retail history. If you’ve enjoyed a dinner at Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar, it is in the Brodnax Building and original location for George T. Brodnax, Inc. On the corner of Main Street and Monroe Avenue, the building was built in 1916 in the heart of downtown retail commerce. George T. Brodnax, Inc. was founded in 1897 and grew into a gold- and silversmith, and diamond merchant with a world-wide clientele. At one time, Brodnax sold more Rolex watches than any other retailer in the entire world. In addition to their store-front retail business, Brodnax also had a robust mail-order catalog business. They were second-only to mail-order pioneer, Sears, Roebuck & Co. They received orders from kings, queens, and monarchs around the globe, and claimed to sell more jewelry than the Sears catalog, which was quite an accomplishment in 1916! Through the decades, Brodnax added retail locations in Laurelwood, Southland Mall, Raleigh Springs Mall, Hickory Ridge Mall, and Mall of Memphis. After 80 years downtown, it was announced in February, 1978, the once-flagship location was closing. In 1989, Brodnax Jewelry stores became Bailey Banks & Biddle, a part of Zales Corporation. Scores of Mid-South brides delighted in an engagement ring from Brodnax. In addition to jewelry, the stores offered beautiful wedding registry gifts of china, silverware, and stemware. A bit of Memphis retail history, where dreams began and heirlooms were purchased, to 2022 where friends gather, and celebrations continue at Main and Monroe.

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Orpheum Theatre Pickler Companies Broadway Club Ribbon Cutting The newly-renovated Pickler Company Broadway Club at The Orpheum Theatre was revealed on Thursday, December 9. Staff of Pickler Companies joined Orpheum leadership and board members, plus officials from Downtown Memphis Commission, Memphis Chamber, Memphis Travel, friends, and colleagues who celebrated the ribbon cutting for this beautifully renovated space. Photography by Mark Ramirez

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Holiday Open House

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On Sunday, November 28, guests at the Kittie Kyle Holiday Open House got into the spirit of the season this lovely afternoon! June Wren Flowers and Old Dominick were co-sponsors for the event, and exciting door prizes and giveaways completed the day’s festivities.

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