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Contents MARCH 2018
16 Habitat for Humanity Memphis Tool Box Bash 18 Literacy is Key 20 International Blues Festival Challenge Kick-Off 22 Memphis Empty Bowls Project 24 100 Women Who Care 24 TV ONE & Xfinity Watch Party 26 Staxtacular 30 Pure Memphis Music Series Kick-Off 36 Science of Beer
Features
Theatre Across the Mid-South 28 Dixon Blooms: A Celebration of Spring 32 4Home: Fabulous Floors 37 Memphis Fashion Movers & Makers 40 Emerging Memphis Designers Project 46 Ken Hall Gallery: March Art Events 51 Culinary: Let's Have Brunch! 53 Weddings 57 Impact 59
38 Incognito! Art Soiree &Silent Auction 48 Dixon Wine Down 49 Polar Bear Plunge & Chili Cook-Off 52 One Night Reveal Party
March 2018 / 15
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H ABITAT FO R H U M ANIT Y M EM P HI S TOOL B OX BASH
Memphians kicked off 2018 in the spirit of giving and doing at the Tool Box Bash benefiting Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis. Presented by Valero Memphis Refinery, the festive event featured food from Heart & Soul Catering, a whiskey tasting with The Stellar Cellar, ice cream from Area 51, and an auction featuring experience packages. Guests also enjoyed entertainment from Larry Springfield and The Sugar Daddies.
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Mark O. Ramirez
January 19, 2018
Crosstown Concourse
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Tom Faller & Dwayne Spencer
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L I TER ACY I S KEY
The “Literacy is Key” Book and Author Event, presented by the Memphis Alumnae Association of Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity, is held annually to benefit non-profit organizations with a mission to improve literacy in the Mid-South. The primary beneficiary this year was First Book Mid-South. Guests enjoyed a lovely luncheon and program that featured these authors: New York Times best selling author Christina Baker Kline; National best selling author Kristy Woodson Harvey; and Award-Winning Author Kim Wright.
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February 1, 2018
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I NTERNAT I ON A L BLU E S FESTIVA L C HA L L E N G E KIC K- OFF
The International Blues Challenge had the Clayborn Temple rockin' in a music-filled kick-off event. The Blues Foundation hosts the annual competition and brings over 250 blues acts from around the world to compete on Beale Street. The organization strives to preserve blues heritage, celebrate blues recording and performance, expand worldwide awareness of the blues, and ensure the future of this uniquely American art form. Visit their website for a list of upcoming events and to become a member.
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DAT E
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WEBSITE
Mark O. Ramirez
January 16, 2018
Clayborn Temple
blues.org
Zac Smith, Val Farris, Andy Acuff & Clark Schinani
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David Norman & Curtis Jacobsen
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M EM PH IS E M P T Y B OWLS P ROJE C T
Hundreds of Mid Southerners attended the Empty Bowls project event to raise funds to help fight local hunger. Artisans, educators and others around the Memphis area donated beautiful and unique handcrafted and hand-painted bowls that represented the theme of the event. Guests purchased the art and items to benefit this wonderful cause. Proceeds from this year's event will work to increase the serving capacities and nutritional offerings of local food pantries and soup kitchens.
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DAT E
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WEBSITE
Mark O. Ramirez
January 21, 2018
Crosstown Concourse
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Christina Vranich & Winston Miller
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Holly & Michael Oehmler
Anna Hayden & Luke Bean
Megan Dress & Ashley Interiano
Joel Benson & Melissa Shipp
Sophie Barker & Vincent Levy
Abigail Price & Bennett Russell
Julie Shalhoub & Forrest Edwards
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10 0 WOM E N WHO C A R E
100 Women Who Care recently formed a Memphis chapter and held their first meeting in January. With this first "Giving Circle," $14,500 was donated to Room In The Inn. Giving circles have formed all around the world to help make communities stronger in a tangible, visible way by supporting local non-profits. It’s a simple and effective way for donations to make a real difference.
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DAT E
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WEBSITE
Mark O. Ramirez
January 23, 2018
Crosstown Concourse
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Jane Lenz & Deborah Merino
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Anne Burrus, Natalie Davis, Jenny Robertson, Nicole Taylor & Emilie Unglesby
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Robbin Page, Betsy Chance & Gina Tanzer
Amy Beth Dudley & Kate Enright
Brenda Kinney & Tonya Paul
Marjorie Baker & Stephanie Simpson
Christopher Street, William Golden & Virginia Reed Murphy
EVENT
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TV ONE & X FINITY WATC H PARTY
On Martin Luther King Day, TV One and Xfinity feted over 150 Memphians at a watch party for the 49th NAACP Image Awards. The red carpet event was held at the National Civil Rights Museum and was also a nod to MLK50 celebration and the surviving sanitation workers from the 1968 strike. Guests were treated to open bar, hors d'oeuvres by Mellssa's Fine Catering, and the sound experience by DJ Tootz.
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January 15, 2018
National Civil Rights Museum
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Bethanny Boyd, Kenya Sparks & Denzel Alexander
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outtakes EVENT
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S TAXTACUL A R
The Soulsville Foundation, in partnership with the Memphis Grizzlies, brought basketball and music together at the Stax Museum of American Soul Music for the Soulsville Foundation's largest annual fundraiser, Staxtacular 2018. Presented by SunTrust, all proceeds from Staxtacular 2018 will benefit the Stax Music Academy, which inspires young people and enhances their academic, cognitive, performance, and leadership skills by utilizing music with an intense focus on the rich legacy and tradition of Stax Records. In its 13th year, Staxtacular has raised more than one million dollars for the Stax Music Academy.
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DAT E
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WEBSITE
Mark O. Ramirez
January 27, 2018
Stax Museum of American Soul Music
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Andy & Libby King
Michael & Rebecca Ugwueke
Joe & Robyn Birch
Rosa Fleming & Geri Holmes
Natalie Duong, Chawan Rasheed, Steven Hoang & Barbara Van John Nicols & Jenna McDonald
Roshun Austin & Dolan Bozeman
Katie & Ian Haywood 26 / March 2018
Abby, Scott, Judy & Peter Felsenthal
Carl Herron & Bobbie Jackson
Adam Mazarei, Barry Coggins, Joe Boylan & Patrick Jordan
Lane & Demetri Patikas
David & Mandy Lynch with Josh Wolf
David & Toni Evans
Natalie Wright & Scott Anderson
Allyson Topps & Amber Robinson
Jayne White, Deneta Gee & Iona Green
Maria Etters & Jamie Grant
Kenny Martin & Katy Kitchens
Caitlin Moody, Mykenzie Mathis, Leslie Hathcock, Miranda Martin & Heather Anglin
Floyd Brummett, Nikki Barton, Avneet Cheema, Casey Condra, Stacee Zebb with Stuart & Randi Harrington
P.J. & Jenny Koltnow
Dillon Brooks, Christy Valentura & Tim Jordan March 2018 / 27
Theatre Across the Mid-South
with Will Lowery & Bizzy Walker
Selma: A Musical Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Wicked The Orpheum Theatre | March 7-25
This dramatic musical captures prominent moments such as the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the crossing of the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, AL. It is a mesmerizing and creative work of art, with jazz tunes and bass strings that will bring any audience to their feet. Originally written in 1976 to honor Dr. King’s bravery, many of the messages still resonate with activists today.
Wicked, Memphis’ most “popular” musical, is returning to the Orpheum Theatre. The Broadway sensation looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other one “wicked.”
Laughter on the 23rd Floor
The Drowsy Chaperone
Playhouse on the Square | March 2-25
Theatre Memphis | March 9-31
Based on Neil Simon’s experiences as a junior writer for “Your Show of Shows,” Laughter on the 23rd Floor follows the star/host of a weekly comedy-variety show Max Prince along with his staff of writers. Join Prince and his team as they take us on a trip inside the writer’s room to witness the wacky antics and crazy arguments that happen on the 23rd floor.
American Musical Parody. A man appears on stage and puts on his favorite record: the cast recording of a fictitious 1928 musical. The recording “comes to life” and you have the ingredients for a masterful madcap evening lovingly poking fun at the musical theatre genre. Lovers on the eve of their wedding, bumbling, desperate friends, notso-bright characters, imposters and more perform one toe-tapping, rousing musical number after another.
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James and the Giant Peach The Circuit Playhouse | March 16- April 8 Book by Timothy Allen McDonald, Music and Lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, Based on the book, “James and the Giant Peach” by Roald Dahl. When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down their old fruit tree, he discovers a magic potion that results in a tremendous peach and launches him on a journey of enormous proportions. Suddenly, James finds himself in the center of the gigantic peach among humansized insects with equally oversized personalities. Thanks to James’ quick wit and creative thinking, the residents learn to live and work together as a family to survive the adventure of a lifetime.
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O LD D OMI N I C K' S P U R E MEMPH IS M USI C SER I E S KIC K- OFF
Guests enjoyed the first concert in the Old Dominick Pure Memphis Music Series. They shared a sip of Old Dominick Spirits and the sounds of Pure Memphis music. The intimate setting offers a listening room experience and is unlike any other performance venue. Upcoming shows are Talibah Safiya on March 8th and Luther Dickinson on March 22nd. The Pure Memphis experience means fantastic music – by artists you know and ones you’re about to discover.
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January 8, 2018
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Dixon Blooms:
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By Sandi Butler Hughes
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When spring springs forth in our Bluff City, there is no better place than the Dixon Gallery & Gardens for a splendid show of nature’s exuberance. Dixon Blooms: A Celebration of Spring is an event that lasts for weeks and is an overthe-top abundance of tulips and daffodils blooming throughout the gardens. The event began in 2009, recalled Dale Skaggs, Director of Horticulture for the Dixon, with a mere 20,000 bulbs. “This year we have 125,000 newly installed bulbs for the spring,” he said. Note that “newly installed” is key as these bulbs are in addition to the permanent plantings at the Dixon. A key component of this event is the team of gardeners wielding bulb augers. Led by Dixon garden staffer Lorenzo Perez, staff plus volunteers plant the additional bulbs annually in the fall season. “In the right conditions, they plant about 5,000 bulbs per day,” Dale said. On the picnic lawn behind the Hughes Pavilion over 50,000 bulbs have been planted in that one area! For 2018, Dixon Blooms visitors will be treated to a profusion of daffodils. Yes, there will definitely be tulips in all their showy colors and configurations, but daffodil bulbs are the primary planting this year. “There’s a lot more to daffodils than just yellow, which is what most people think of. Some are salmon colored, some are pinks, pale yellows, and whites,” Dale said. Rotation is also another key component for the annual installation. Just as farmers rotate crops for optimal return, the Dixon rotates the mixture of tulips and daffodils that are planted. “Tulips don’t come back and do well flowering again. We have heavy, clay soil, which they don’t like, and the soil is very acidic. Then we have hot summers so it sets up an environment for a lot of pests that attack the bulbs. Memphis is just not tulip country,” he explained. So home gardeners take note: if you plant tulips, do not expect them to be perform year after year, and rotate where they are planted so pests can’t find them as easily. Just as the bulbs are installed annually, they must also be uninstalled. Because tulips are not well-suited to Memphis, those bulbs are composted, but the Daffodil Society of Memphis works to repurpose and reuse the daffodil bulbs that are uninstalled. The Society shares them across the city for plantings in public parks and other spaces. Daffodils are dependable bulbs and can be enjoyed for decades. Daffodils continue blooming at abandoned homesites long after the gardener has moved on or even the house is gone - a testament to the fortitude of these bulbs. The Daffodil Society will also be presenting the Annual Daffodil Show, March 24-25, with examples of stellar daffodil blooms. The exact dates for Dixon Blooms: A Celebration of Spring event depends on weather and other factors, but Dale said it is generally between St. Patrick’s Day (March 17) and Tax Day (April 15). The Dixon will be posting updates on social media, and while there is a week that the flowers peak, there is no bad time for the flowering extravaganza. “I planted early-, mid-, and late-season bloomers. When they are planted shoulder-to-shoulder, you get a sea of color that lasts a really long time,” he assures. This is a blooming show not to be missed!
The Memphis Flower Show 2018: Headlines The Memphis Garden Club and Dixon Gallery & Gardens are again hosting The Memphis Flower Show 2018: Headlines. The prestigious show, April 13-15, is one of only eight major flower shows sanctioned by the Garden Club of America. Held biennially, the Memphis Flower Show features magnificent floral arrangements inspired by works of art, current conservation applications, photography, botanical arts, needle art, jewelry, and local blue-ribbon horticulture selections. This year’s show features five divisions of exhibits inspired by Contemplating Character, an exhibition of portrait drawings and sketches over two centuries, and Garden Club of America judges from across the country will judge each division. Additionally, the Conservation and Education exhibit, The Memphis Sands Aquifer: Protecting Our Buried Treasure, will highlight the priceless natural resource that provides Memphis with an abundant source of naturally purified water. Thanks to the generous support of the Crawford-Howard Private Foundation, Headlines is free and open to the public on Saturday, April 14 (9:00am - 6:00pm) and Sunday, April 15 (11:00am - 5:00pm). For more information, visit memphisgardenclub.org and dixon.org.
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S CIENC E OF BEE R
Guests at the annual Science of Beer party enjoyed a large selection of local and professional brews along with some of the best food that Memphis has to offer. Guests sampled the tasty brews and visited with the brewers to learn about their processes used to make the beer. Beer-goggle sports and fun experiments were also on tap for all to enjoy.
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Mark O. Ramirez
February 2, 2018
Pink Palace
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Rose & Jesse Ford
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Haley Scruggs & Andrew Hofbauer
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Fabulous Floors by Lesley Harris Colvett
There are so many flooring options, both beautiful and practical, that will provide a fabulous foundation for your home. The 4Memphis Interior Design experts offer their advice to help you step in the right direction when choosing flooring and when and where to use carpet, hardwood or tile in your home. Cindy McCord Design
1289 South DuBray Place Collierville, TN 38017 901.610.3907 cindymccord.com Cindy McCord looks to Julie Keaton, Designer/ Sales at Kiser’s Floor Fashions, for the latest in flooring options and how to use them in a client’s home. According to Julie, one of the latest trends that has taken over the flooring market is Floating LVT/VCT (Luxury Vinyl Tile/Plank) with waterproof core. “The benefits are that it is waterproof and can give you beautiful, realistic hardwood decor in your bathroom and kitchen where water damage is more likely to occur. It is fade and stain resistant and can be installed directly over existing hard surface floors." As for the traditional hardwood floors and carpet, Julie says hardwood is a natural product with a beauty that can’t be replicated, but the negatives are that it can fade in sunlight, be scratched and is not water resistant. “Carpet is pretty much reduced to bedrooms now. Flat woven, looped carpet or pattern cuts are really popular rather than the traditional plush carpet. Commercial carpet tile has become a popular option in playrooms/kids rooms/media rooms as the tiles can be replaced as damage/major stains occur instead of having to replace the whole room. Pet protect carpet has been a very popular choice with manufacturer’s giving a lifetime warranty on pet protect carpet.” Porcelain tile has become the popular choice for the tile/stone looks. It is fired at a higher rate than traditional ceramic which makes it much stronger. The popular size has become the 12 x 24 or large format tile, which gives a updated look on the traditional 12 x 12 tiles of time past. Grout joints can be reduced to 1/16 instead of the traditional 1/4 inch, and this helps in upkeep which is the hardest part of tiled areas, keeping the grout fresh & clean. - Cindy McCord
Rachel Gray Interior
A. Shaw Style
Design & Consulting 496 South Main St. #201 Memphis, TN 38103 rgrayinteriordesign.com
2485 Parkway Place Memphis, TN 38112 901.454.6200
Flooring options run the gamut, so it is important to do your research before jumping on the latest trend. While trends are useful for design inspiration, opt for timeless selections and ones that make sense with the long-term functionality of your home. In addition to budget and maintenance concerns, consider the following factors when choosing to upgrade or replace flooring. Noise Control While images of faux wood tiled floors in family rooms and kitchens look great, noise levels can get out of hand when hard surfaces are applied to every surface. If you choose to tile heavy traffic areas like the family room consider soundproofing underlays beneath tile and include area rugs and window treatments in the budget for overall sound control. Radiant Heat This type of efficient heating turns your floors into radiators. Fans of this flooring recognize it is more expensive to install, but are devotees because of the constant temperature provided and energy savings down the road. Radiant heat can be installed anywhere, but mainly is used in bathrooms. - Rachel Gray
I look at flooring obviously as more permanent than changing a pillow, drapery, or sofa fabric. As in my design, I look for classic materials; hardwoods and natural stone are always favorites. But, at times a man-made product is a better solution for the job on hand. High-traffic areas and lower maintenance are observations that need to be addressed when choosing a product. Carpets are something to consider, and in which areas? Wall-to-wall is an option but I prefer cut carpets or fine rugs that can be removed and cleaned. Bedrooms, hallways, living areas, and dining rooms are all spaces that benefit from the warmth added in using these ideas, but still allows for the beauty of marble and woods to shine through. I would tell anyone not to go too popular at the moment, and really consider what would be too dated in a few years. Flooring trends go from natural products like bamboo, cork, hardwoods, stone to printed tile, luxury vinyls, ceramics, and concrete. If you stick with the classics in permanent surfaces and utilize color and pattern with removable options, you will likely enjoy your floors for a very long time. - Anthony Shaw
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outtakes EVENT
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INCOG NI TO! A RT SO I R E E AND S ILE N T AUC T I O N
Co-hosted by Artists’ Link, art enthusiasts joined special guest host Kacky Walton, of WKNO’s Checking on the Arts, for an evening of art, drinks, and hors d’oeuvres. Guests were able to purchase their favorite painting outright for $250 during the BUY-IT-NOW time, and there was also a silent auction with more fabulous items.
P H OTO G R A P H Y
DAT E
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WEBSITE
Mark O. Ramirez
January 26, 2018
Memphis Botanic Gardens
memphisbotanicgarden.com
Dalton Peace, Lisa Druckenmiller & Mae Peace
Don & Rita DeWeese
LaElle Hartman & Theresa Jacques
Faith Pawlik, Peggy Seessel & Sheila Shipley
Jerry Lawler & Lauryn McBride
Kip & Nancy Klepper with Chris Miller
Felicitas & Harold Sloves
Connie Lampen & Eva Eldred
Dan & Penney Alabaster
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Missy & Dave Fuehrer
Mary Helen Butler, Gina Harris, Taylor Herndon, Mike Allen, Hillary Cox, Bo Hargett, Julie O’Bryan & Tiffany Benya
Daniel Rudolph & Mandi Wallace
Marie Babb & Deborah Phillips
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Memphis Fashion 4Memphis and Memphis Fashion Design Network honor the movers and makers who embody and create Memphis fashion. From designers to proprietors, early career to storied icons, this collection of style setters is dressing Memphis, beautifully. Our fashion shoot location this month is the former home of Dr. George Nichopoulos which has been restored to its original 1970s charm. The Nichopoulos family maintained the ownership of the home, and the design was influenced by the friendship of Elvis and Dr. Nick, until Dr. Nichopoulos' death. Elvis financed the home for his friend and was instrumental in designing the house including the racquetball court.
Photography: LINDSEY LISSAU PHOTOGRAPHY Styling: AUGUSTA CAMPBELL Styling Assistant: LAUREN DRAFFIN Makeup: TIFFANY BISHOP
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MOZIAH BRIDGES Suit and Shirt: MODEL’S OWN Tie: MO’S BOWS // ABBY PHILLIPS Dress: LORI JAMES BABBIE LOVETT Top: KITTIE KYLE Necklaces: KITTIE KYLE // CINDY GAMBRELL Outfit: KITTIE KYLE Necklace and Earrings: KITTIE PAT KERR TIGRETT Outfit: PA
Movers & Makers
Necklace: KITTIE KYLE // AUGUSTA CAMPBELL Outfit and Jewelry: MODEL’S OWN Scarf: SORELLE BOUTIQUE // KYLE // BECCA BELZ Dress: PINK DOOR Jewelry: BECCA BELZ JEWELRY // HAL LANSKY Jacket, Pants and Shirt: LANSKY BROS. // AT KERR COUTURE COLLECTION
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“Memphis fashion is so much creativity, a great vibe, diversity, and people supporting each other to dive into this industry that is
a fabric of its own.”
Augusta Campbell Production Stylist
“Memphis fashion is the way we cover up or show who we are. Fashion is a costume - to be who we are that day and be real or play
let’s pretend.”
Babbie Lovett Fashion Innovator
Outfit: MODEL’S OWN // AUGUSTA Top: OAK HALL Jacket: BETTY HAYS BOUTIQUE Skirt, Belt, Shoes: Clothes on Hanging Rack: BETTY HAYS BOUTIQUE BABBIE
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MODEL’S OWN
“Memphis fashion has soul which separates us from other places... we are different. If you have a dream, Memphis has a very close-knit arts community. We all support each other, and it has been very rewarding to be a part of it.” Becca Belz Jewelry Designer
“Memphis fashion, like its legendary music, is second to none! We are known throughout the world for our cool sounds and fashions.” Hal J. Lansky Lansky Brothers-2nd Generation
HAL Jacket, Pants, Shirt: LANSKY BROS. //
BECCA Top: LORI JAMES Pants: OAK HALL Shoes: MODEL’S OWN Jewelry: BECCA BELZ JEWELRY
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"Memphis fashion is a creative outlet in a city that is often very traditional. The opportunities here continue to allow each generation to express their own individual sense of style. " CIndy Gambrell Owner, Kittie Kyle
“Memphis fashion is an opportunity for local designers, an opportunity for creativity and styling, and the opportunity to grow as a creative community.” Abby Phillips Director, Memphis Fashion Design Network
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ABBY Top and Pants: BETTY HAYS BOUTIQUE Shoes, Earrings: MODEL’S OWN // CINDY Outfit and Jewelry: KITTIE KYLE Shoes: MODEL’S OWN
Trunk Show how | April 5 – 7
N O W AT L A U R E L W O O D Come see the beautiful new store, Meet Jewelry Designer, Saundra Messinger, and view her 2018 Spring Collection including diamonds, semi-precious stones, and Saundra's iconic sterling silver geometric shapes. Laurelwood Shopping Center 432 S. Grove Park • Memphis, TN 38117 901.452.2323 • kittiekyle.com
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EMERGING MEMPHIS DESIGNER PROJECT
MINI COLLECTION The designers in the EMDP Mini Collections are required to make a cohesive collection made up of 5 looks. For a mini collection, it is important to showcase a variety of pieces for the wearer. This includes seperates, dresses, and in some cases even menswear.
Danielle Pierce is a 3rd generation designer and studied fashion at O’More College. Casey Beck, winner of the 2016 Singles Collection, is returning to Memphis Fashion Week for the third year to showcase her mini collection.
The Emerging Memphis Designer Project issues a call for sketches each fall where designers must present new designs for Spring/Summer. Selected designers have approximately seven months to make their designs runway-ready by selecting fabrics, creating patterns, sewing their pieces, and fitting models. Finally, they present designs on the runway at Memphis Fashion Week’s Emerging Designer Shows, Saturday, April 14th. The designs seen here are partially complete and were photgraphed during the first fitting session with models. Collections are judged by local fashion insiders as well as audience choice ballots. Winners receive a scholarship to the MCA Continuing Education classes and a membership to The Lab by Memphis Fashion Design Network. For Tickets and more info:memphisfashionweek.org
SINGLES The EMDP Singles Collections are made up of designers that have completed between 1-3 garments. These designers are not required to make a cohesive collection but to fine tune their individual pieces. This year many designers created their own textiles using different techniques, including hand painting, patch work and custom prints.
TEEN The Teen Collection was created to encourage our youngest designers. We welcome 4 teen designers to the runway with collections ranging from 1-3 garments. Some of these teens have been designing for years and others have taught themselves to sew on these very garments. 46 / March 2018
MINI COLLECTION DESIGNERS | Danielle Piercea and Casey Beck
TEEN DESIGNERS | top of page from left
Kolby Covington, Jayla Slater, Erik Lawriski, Gabrielle Smith and Moziah Bridges
SINGLES DESIGNERS | bottom of page from top left
Avianne Robinson, Meredith Olinger, Shakia Couch, Katarina Guenther, Tonya Tate, Jalicia Owens, Heather Michelle Oles and Lindsey Widick
Photos: Abbey Bratcher Models: Ella White and Riley Bartlett (AMAX) and Jenni Graham Layout: Jo Ann Moss March 2018 / 47
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DIXON W I N E D OWN
The Dixon Gallery & Gardens held its Wine Down: The Cheese Edition for guests to enjoy a specialty selection of Chilean wines provided by Buster's Liquors & Wines, gourmet cheeses by Murray's, and catering by A Catered Affair.
P H OTO G R A P H Y
DAT E
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WEBSITE
Mark O. Ramirez
January 19, 2018
The Dixon Gallery & Gardens
dixon.org
Mark & Samantha Towne
Janet Todd & Carol Casey
Heather Burns & Erin Buck 48 / March 2018
Jason Lee & Verity Goodell
Drew Erwin
Ashley Dabbraccio with Kyra & Mike Mansour
Marcell Cash & Mikay Martin
Emily Brackstone & Irenee Strack
Maggie & Richard Murff
Larry Barnard & Emiley McDonald
outtakes EVENT
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PO L AR B E A R P LUN G E & CHIL I CO O K O F F
The Bluff City Fire and Ice Polar Bear Plunge and Chili Cook Off is certainly a unique event that benefits Special Olympics Greater Memphis. Hundreds of daring Memphians braved the elements dipping into the Mighty Mississippi. In addition to the “brrrrr” cold experience guests enjoyed the Chili Cook Off and festivities. Also, plungers dressed in their wackiest costume for a chance to win the Golden Plunger Award!
P H OTO G R A P H Y
DAT E
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WEBSITE
Mark O. Ramirez
February 3, 2018
Mud Island River Park
specialolympicsmem.org
Julie “Jon Snow” Miller, Diana “Mother of Dragons” Sands & Sarah “Ceresi Lanister” Broom
Shane Waldroup with Lisa Taylor
Paige Tedrick, Katherine Verbist, Sabrin Albeituni & Rebekah Baskin
Kyle Ralph & Mia LaZarini
Debbie Reid, Wunita Spigner & Melissa Taylor
Theresa Andreuccetti, Nikki Schroeder & Mike Annis
Ashley Dennis, Tabitha Cain & Kyria Harper
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gallery with Ken Hall
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It was a bad month for Julius Caesar but it’s going to be a great month for us. About two-thirds through the month, we get spring. It’s in the air and in galleries and concert halls as well. Spring is about the newness of possibilities, of regeneration, and that is exactly how the month begins with a walk through the gorgeous but long-abandoned Universal Life Building, the 1949 Egyptian Revival structure. Later there is a double dose of Leonard Bernstein with both the Memphis Symphony and Iris Orchestra weighing in. And then the art – paintings, photography, representation of science, gallery talks – all in full bloom. Go and enjoy!
March Art Events
Universal Life Insurance Building Tour
An inside look at the restoration of this Memphis landmark at Danny Thomas & Linden. Memphis Heritage, 5:30pm
The Meaning of Commanded Memory, lecture by Marjorie Hass Marcus Orr Center for the Humanities University of Memphis, 6pm
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Rhodes College, Blount Auditorium, 7pm
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Laughter on the 23rd Floor Modern Take on a Fresco Art, by Lou Ann Dattilo
James and the Giant Peach
I AM Ballet Memphis, 2144 Madison, 2pm/7:30pm, Through the 4th
Pam McDonnell artist talk
Crosstown Arts Gallery West, 1350 Concourse Way, 2nd floor, 11am
Papercutting of Countryside and Cities by Gillian Furniss Memphis Botanic Garden, Through April 28th
Bernstein at 100, Memphis Sympony
Germantown Performing Arts Center 2:30pm Cannon Center, 7:30pm
TAO Drum Heart
Germantown Performing Arts Center, 8pm The ancient Japanese art of Taiko drumming.
Crosstown Arts, 6-9pm
Circuit Playhouse, Through April 8th
MLK50 Artwork Unveiling Art Village Gallery, 6:30pm
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Theatre Memphis, Through the 31st
Askew Nixon Ferguson, 5:30pm
Chalkfest
Brooks Museum, 10am - 2pm. Fun for the kids out on the Plaza.
America in Song, Iris Orchestra
Germantown Performing Arts Center, 8pm/2pm Music by Bernstein, Barber, Hanson, and Baker.
Rossini’s Semiramide, Metropolitan Opera simulcast Malco Paradiso, 11:55am A rarely performed opera live from the Met.
National Theatre Live: Hamlet
Malco Paradiso, 1pm/7pm Benedict Cumberbatch contemplates to be or not to be.
Decorative Arts Trust, Brooks Museum, 10:30am
Rare Images from the API Archive photography exhibit Gallery Ten Ninety-One, WKNO, 2-4pm William Carrier’s photography of Stax artists as curated by Bil Carrier.
Soul on a String, Wider Angle Film Series Main Library, 6pm
Forging on the River
Metal Museum, Through the 25th
Young Collectors Contemporary Crosstown Arts, Through the 25th
A Performance by Don Lifted Memphis College of Art 9pm
First Date Libby Johnson and Rob Matthew opening reception
The Rec Room, 6pm
The Drowsy Chaperone
The Rothschild Family as Collectors
Germantown Community Theatre, Through April 8th
“Beat Beifuss Viewing Party”, Indie Memphis
Gentle Gestures art by Don DuMont
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Dixon Gallery & Gardens, 10:30am
Larger than Life art by Lucien Scott Croy
Memphis College of Art, 6pm Scientific imagery provided by working research scientists and physicians at Le Bonheur Children’s Research Hospital is reinterpreted by local area fine artists.
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Glorious Shade book signing & lecture by Jenny Rose Carey
Playhouse on the Square, Through the 25th
The Art of Science
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Fogelman Galleries of Contemporary Art University of Memphis, 5-7pm
Islandology lecture by Marc Shell
Levy Gallery, Buckman Arts Center, 60 Perkins Extended The opening reception from 5-7pm will also showcase jewelry by Marci Margolin Hirsch.
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Virginia Overton gallery talk and catalogue release
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David Lusk Gallery, 6 - 8pm, Through April 14th
Young Artists Competition Beethoven Club, Through the 25th
Flamenco VIvo Carlota Santana Buckman Performing Arts Center, 7pm
Richard Copley gallery talk Stax Museum, 7pm Copley talks about his exhibit Taking a Stand followed by a screening of I Am A Man.
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A Spy in Canaan book signing
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Katori Hall’s The Mountaintop
Novel, 6pm Marc Perrusquia talks about his book on Ernest Withers’ involvement with the FBI. Halloran Center, 7:30pm
St. Lawrence String Quartet, Concerts International Harris Auditorium, University of Memphis, 7:30pm
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O NE NIGHT REVEAL PA RT Y
A Reveal Party was held recently for ONE Night, the huge party benefiting the Regional One Health Foundation. What were they revealing? Huey Lewis & The News will be this years' entertainment! ONE Night will be April 14, 2018 at the Cook Convention Center.
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LO C AT I O N
WEBSITE
January 18, 2018
Malco Paradiso
regionalonehealthfoundation.org/onenight
Leslea Grochau, Whitney Miller &Â Madelyn Gray
Johnny Moore &Â Bruce Harrison
Garnett Hutton &Â Alison Barton
Randy Sites, Tracy Moore &Â Bob Moore
Michael & Joanie Lightman
Erica Coopwood, Jennifer Hobson &Â Boo Mitchell
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Legendary Sound Men
Earle Farrell talks with legendary musician and producer Norbert Putnam about his new book Music Lessons: A Musical Memoir. '. ,8". ".
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Let’s Have Brunch! WHETHER IT’S AN EASTER BRUNCH, A BABY SHOWER OR OTHER SPRINGTIME EVENT, BRUNCH IS THE IDEAL WAY TO GATHER TOGETHER AND CELEBRATE!
Photographs by: Mark O. Ramirez
OW EN BR EN N A N ’ S
Eggs Benny 2 eggs ½ cup red wine vinegar 8 cups water 1 English muffin 2 pieces Canadian bacon hollandaise
Bring 8 cups water and ½ cup red wine vinegar to a simmer. Stir water in clockwise motion and crack one egg at a time into moving water. Cook eggs to your liking: 1 min for super runny; 2 minutes for medium rare; 2.5 minutes for medium; 3 plus minutes for hard. Toast English muffin. Heat Canadian bacon. Assemble as shown and top with hollandaise, and serve with Brabant potatoes.
Shorty’s Tips for the Perfect Omelette: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5)
non-stick skillet non-stick rubber spatula butter, not oil cook protein first cook both sides then fold
Robert “Shorty” Fischer has been the life of Owen Brennan’s renowned Sunday brunch since 1992. From high-flipping omelettes to tossing plates, every omelette he serves is special. Shorty loves what he does, and it is evident with his entertaining omelettemaking! March 2018 / 53
E R L ING J EN SEN
Seared Diver Scallop and Pork Belly ‘Benedict’ 3 scallops, cleaned and dried
Sear in butter over medium high heat
3 quail eggs
until crips and cooked through, roughly
3 pieces Benton’s smoked bacon, rendered
3 minutes per side.
2 potatoes, peeled and shredded
Place potato pancakes on a warmed
1 egg
plate and top with scallop ‘benedicts’.
2 tablespoon flour
Arrange a couple pieces of pre-cooked
1 teaspoon black truffle slices
pork belly sauced with a little bit of
½ teaspoon white truffle oil
classic hollandaise to the side and
salt and pepper to taste
garnish with edible flowers.
For the scallops: season scallops with salt, pepper, herbs, and minced garlic. Sear in oil on extremely high heat, the pan should be nearly white, for one minute. Flip scallops and a tablespoon of butter and remove from heat. Remove scallops from pan, slice in half lengthwise and arrange bacon in between the scallop slices. Top with a fried quail egg cooked to the degree of doneness to your liking. For the Pomme Rosti: combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl, insuring even incorporation.
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SA LU D! CO O KING S CH O O L AT W HOLE FOODS P OP LAR AVENUE
Orange Cardamom French Toast with Mascarpone Filling
8 ounces mascarpone cheese, softened to room temp 3 tablespoons powdered sugar ¾ teaspoon ground cardamom 1 orange, zested and juiced (divided) pinch of salt
1 loaf brioche, cut into 1 inch thick pieces (about 8-10 slices) 3 eggs, beaten ½ cup milk 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract unsalted butter, as needed for the pan Powdered sugar 1 orange, peeled and cut into segments ½ cup raspberries In a medium bowl, beat together cheese with powdered sugar, cardamom, 1 teaspoon of orange zest, juice of ½ an orange, and salt until blended. Transfer
the mixture to a piping bag and set aside.
Carefully cut a slit in the side of each piece of bread, creating a large pocket in the center. Pipe the filling into both sides, making sure to fill thoroughly with the mixture. In a shallow bowl or pie plate, whisk together the eggs with the milk, cinnamon, vanilla and remaining orange zest and juice. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and grease with butter. When melted and foamy, quickly dredge the filled brioche slice in the egg mixture and cook until browned on both sides. Continue with remaining slices. To serve, dust with powdered sugar and top with fruit.
LU CC H ES I' S RAVIOLI & PASTA S H OP
Deviled Eggs 6 eggs
KO O KY C A N U C K
Bloody Caesar 8 ounces clamato juice 2 ounces vodka
2 tablespoons capers green, yellow, red peppers, diced 1 stick celery, diced 1 tablespoon spicy mustard 5 tablespoons mayonnaise Boil eggs and allow to cool. Remove yolks from eggs. Whisk together with remaining
Clamato Juice: 4 ounces tomato juice 4 ounces clam juice dash hot sauce dash Worcestershire sauce dash salt and pepper, to taste horseradish, if desired
ingredients. Fill eggs with the mixture and top with paprika.
Rim a large glass with lime and celery salt; fill with ice Garnish with lemon, lime, pickle, celery, cucumber and/or bacon, as desired.
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B L EU R ESTAURANT & LOU N G E
Spring Sangria 1 part brandy 1 part triple sec 2 part orange juice 2 part grenadine 1 part strawberry purée 1 part peach purée
Combine ingredients for base then store in refrigerator in a tightly sealed container until ready to serve. Serve by the glass: full wine glass with ice then add2 ounces sangria base 2 ounces white, red or sparkling wine top with club soda - stir well as base weighs more than wine and club soda Garnish with squeeze of lemon, lime, orange & maraschino cherry. It can also be prepared in a pitcher or punch bowl for large events.
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I TTA B E N A
Green Eggs & Steak 4 ounce filet mignon 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons butter 1 sprig fresh rosemary 1 sprig fresh thyme 1 tablespoon shallot, chopped 1 clove garlic, smashed 1 large egg, yolk separated and reserved 1 teaspoon jalapeño, chopped seeds removed 1 teaspoon fresh chives, chopped 1 piece brioche bread or English muffin kosher salt fresh, cracked black pepper Set a saute pan over high heat. Season filet with salt and pepper. Add oil to pan and once hot, lay filet into the pan and sear to lock juices inside. Do not move it around. Cook for about 90 seconds, then flip to sear the other side for an additional 90 seconds. Lower heat to medium high. Add the shallot, garlic, rosemary and thyme. Allow them to cook about 1 minute. Add 1 tablespoon butter to pan so the flavors from the shallot, garlic and herbs will infuse with the butter. Now that the steak is seared and the juices are locked in, flip it again, and cook 90 seconds more, using a spoon to baste filet with butter. Flip it one last time and cook about 1 more minute, constantly basting. Remove the filet from the pan and set it on a cutting board to rest. This should yield a medium-rare filet.
Crack egg and separate white from the yolk; be careful not to break the yolk. In a small food processor or blender, combine jalapeño and chives; pulse until finely chopped. Add 1 teaspoon of infused butter and pulse twice to make a green paste. Next, add egg white and pulse a few times until incorporated. The natural oils from the jalapeños and chives will turn the egg white green. Do not blend egg white too much or it will become frothy. Pulse just enough to change color. Set a non-stick pan over medium heat. Melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add the "green" egg white to pan and pour the reserved egg yolk in the center of the egg white. Cook until egg white is done but the yolk is still runny, about 1 minute to 90 seconds. Toast brioche bread, or English muffin, and lay the filet on top. Carefully top the filet with the sunny-side up egg, and finish with fresh cracked black pepper.
They said 'I Do"
The Beginning:
Amanda & Jon Ruff
Jon and I first met in February of 2015 through a mutual friend. He had recently moved back to Memphis from working in D.C and we just so happened to pick the same Midtown spot one Friday night with our friends. One month later, he asked me to have dinner at Acre, and the rest was history.
The Preparation: We began to brainstorm what type of wedding we wanted to have that year. While we enjoyed the remainder of our ski trip, my amazing mother got to work on finding someone to help us plan the biggest day to come! We found a wedding planner we loved and began to work on all the exciting details. Mark and Sarah at The Dixon couldn’t have been more enjoyable to work with from the very first meeting. Lee and Jon with L & J Productions were a dream come true to work with and I could have met with them 10 more times just because they are so much fun! They amazed us with their talent, creative ideas, and knowledge and we could not have had a better experience with these two. Olivia at White Door Events was a huge help throughout the whole experience and played such a key role in making the reception everything we dreamed of. Every vendor we used was delightful!
The Memorable Day: The day began at Heather Boutique where my bridesmaids and family all enjoyed mimosas and had our hair and makeup done. They were all so amazing to work with, and I highly recommend them! We headed to The Dixon where Jon and I had our first look in the garden. This was truly a magical moment for us. We owe it all to The Kenneys Photography for capturing the tears and smiles and guiding us through the whole day.
Savannah Kenney played so many roles that day besides a photographer, she was a dream to spend the day with! The weather turned out beautifully for a December afternoon wedding, and the ceremony facing the garden was perfect. The ambiance at the reception was magical, with the groom’s cake being a huge hit, thanks to Cakes by Mom and Me. We danced the night away and left with a rose petal toss to a vintage white trolley with all our friends.
The Getaway: We honeymooned over Christmas in Grand Cayman at The Marriott Seven Mile Beach. We loved it upon arrival and immediately felt so welcomed. I was so excited they had Christmas trees everywhere! We befriended several staff members who took care of us for our entire stay, even remembering our favorite drinks. We enjoyed a bioluminescence kayak trip in the middle of the night, an excursion to Stingray City, constant snorkeling in the crystal blue waters, and a private sailing trip where Jon went from husband to captain for a few hours. We had the most fabulous dinner on Christmas Eve at Luca, and would definitely recommend it. We loved every minute of our honeymoon and can’t wait for an anniversary trip this December!
Planning: Amy Tyler Weddings // Dress: Oscar de la Renta from Joan Pillow Bridal // Venue: Dixon Gardens // Rentals: Mahaffey Tents & White Door Events // Florist: L and Jay Productions // Catering: Simply Delicious // Photographer: The Kenney's // Cakes: Cakes by Mom and Me // Band: Party Planet // Photobooth: Phancy Photo Booth // Ceremony Strings: Simply Strings // Stationery Suite: Ruff Draft Papers // Limo: Tennessee Limosine Service // Invitations: Mrs. Post Stationery March 2018 / 57
They Said 'I Do'
Karly & Jeff Campbell The Beginning: When this Birmingham boy and this Memphis girl both ended up living and working in Nashville- their paths crossed and they found each other on a blind date. The couple quickly fell for each other and have been together ever since. They now live together in the 12 South neighborhood of Nashville, but make sure to make frequent visits to the hometowns that shaped them.
The Preparation: The Schledwitz family knows how to party. So while the bride was longdistance planning from Nashville, she had plenty of on the ground support from her parents, Gail and Karl. The best part of planning was finding the wedding dress. Karly found her dress while on a family trip to Paris last spring!
The Memorable Day: When you combine New Years’ Eve and a wedding, you know it is going to be a party! After the ceremony at Lindenwood Christian Church, the party began downtown at the Columns. The wedding featured a whiskey bar with specialty cocktails, a donut wall with white and gold Gibson’s donuts, personalized fortune cookies, and a champagne fountain with nearly 100 champagne glasses! Holliday Flowers even built a custom ball drop to make the midnight countdown extra special.
The Getaway: The couple chose to wait for warmer weather and is traveling to Greece in May! While in Santorini and Mykonos, they will be wine tasting, learning to cook Greek food, and relaxing on a catamaran ride. 58 / March 2018
Ceremony Location: Lindenwood Christian Church // Reception Location: The Columns // Caterer: Simply Delicious // Florist: Holliday Flowers // Hair Stylist & Make-Up Artist: Chesea Price // Photographers: Rob and Deanna Photography // Videographer: Message in a Bottle // Bakers: Sweet Artistry (Shellie Adams) // Wedding Planner: Amy Tyler Weddings // Invitations: From Sir With Love // Entertainment: Airside // Wedding Dress: Alessandra Rinaudo // Bridesmaids Dresses: Revelry // Rentals: Mahaffey and White Door
MeMphis iMpact seniors
When I first began working for 4Memphis Impact, I was unsure of what I was getting myself into. However, I have been with the magazine for a year now, and I am truly blown away by the strong effect Impact has on our community and the students within it. Writing and developing content for the magazine has opened my eyes to the fact that, with the right leadership and staff, high schoolers can create and produce a magazine that is widely read and well respected. As I look back on the past 12 months and the 12 issues we have written and produced, I realize 4Memphis Impact has truly taught me never to doubt my age or ability and the effect that people my age can have on others.
- Arabella
While serving on the 4Memphis Staff for the past year, I have gained valuable experience in collaboration and community involvement. 4Memphis allowed me to strengthen my writing and photography skills while working with others in a creative environment. It also has helped me recognize that I would like to pursue writing and photography in the future, and, for this reason, I appreciate the opportunity I have had to serve as a staff member for 4Memphis. - Mary Elizabeth Working with 4Memphis Impact has brought me countless learning experiences. 4Memphis has particularly enhanced my ability to work as a team. I quickly realized that being a member of this team was no easy task, but, with the ideas, opinions, and feedback of the other girls, it became evident to me that together we were capable of creating an awesome spread. Each member of the Impact Staff holds a different talent- from writing, styling, to graphic design. Working together by contributing our special gifts allowed for the Impact Magazine to be its best.
- Riley
4Memphis Impact has been such an exciting learning experience. Through the cultivation of ideas and creativity, expressing ourselves, and teamwork I have learned how to collaborate better with others and have made so many new friends. The magazine has also enhanced the value of teamwork because at each meeting we sat around a round table, bounced around ideas, and collaborated efficiently and creatively. Getting feedback from each other ensured that our spread each month would be the best. Indeed, each spread was filled with content and pictures that reflected who we are and who we want to be as a rising magazine staff. - Grace
My name is Arabella Hamm, and I am a senior at St. Agnes Academy. I am a writer for 4Memphis Impact. Recently, I interviewed Penny Hardaway and winners of his essay contest. In addition to interviewing and writing, I take photographs for articles. When I’m not writing for 4Memphis Impact, I play lacrosse and attend Model United Nations and Youth in Government conferences. I am an Ambassador for the Facing History and Ourselves Program and am Editor of the 2017-2018 St. Agnes Yearbook. 4Memphis Impact presents teens with an opportunity to creatively express themselves and I am so thankful and thrilled to be a part of this project.
My name is Mary Elizabeth Whitmire, and I am a senior at St. Agnes Academy. I am delighted to be a part of 4Memphis Impact, and I organize layouts and take pictures. I am so excited to see how 4Memphis Impact will impact and inspire the future leaders of Memphis. As for myself, I am active in theatre, thrive on creating art, and appreciate the art of others. I enjoy spending time with my friends at Madonna Learning Center through Forever Friends, taking photographs, and painting.
My name is Riley Bartlett and I’m a senior at St. Agnes. I am thrilled to be a part of the 4Memphis Impact staff and even more excited to see it grow. This magazine is an awesome way for teens to exhibit their talents while connecting with the community. As a stylist for 4Memphis Impact I get to explore different fashion trends and use my creativity to enhance the photo shoots. Outside of the magazine, I work at a local boutique, Lori James, and play lacrosse for my school. For the past 3 years I have also modeled in Memphis Fashion Week; I loved seeing the 4Memphis Impact staff at the shows last year. I am so excited to see how this magazine develops and to see all the amazing things the 4Memphis Impact staff can accomplish.
My name is Grace Gage, and I am a senior at St. Agnes Academy. I write for 4Memphis Impact and I am thrilled to be on the staff. I have interviewed Penny Hardaway and Matthew Mosowitz, one of ten winning essay writers for the Penny Hardaway Essay Contest, emerging fashion designer Gabrielle Smith, and the local Memphis band Summer Avenue. In my spare time I cheer for Christian Brothers High School, play lacrosse, and write. I enjoy writing poetry, creative writing, blogs, short stories and articles. I am elated to see where the 4Memphis Impact magazine will go, and how March 2018 / 59
My name is Mary Grace McAuley and I am a freshman at Saint Agnes Academy. I am very excited to be apart of the digital staff. I am a CBHS cheerleader and I am involved in Key club, Pep club, Latin club, and Fleece of Faith. I am also on the Saint Agnes varsity swim team and tennis team. I spend my time volunteering at the Saint Mary’s Soup Kitchen, the Hope House, and with CASA. I cant wait to see not only myself grow but also the Impact Staff.
My name is Langston Myers, and I am a junior at St. Mary’s Episcopal School. I am the Editor of Memphis Impact, and I am an avid writer, which is my inspiration for the creation of Memphis Impact. I write not only for this magazine but for my school newspaper and another online magazine. I swim and play tennis for St. Mary’s and am a cheerleader for MUS, but I am also involved in student government programs like Model United Nations. When I am not doing homework or any of these things, I spend just about every waking hour at youth group. My name is Annie Leatherman and I am a junior at St. Mary’s Episcopal School. This is my first year on the 4Memphis Impact team, and I will be working for the digital staff. I am very excited to get the opportunity to learn more about graphic design. I have become very interested in graphic design through my work as a member of my school’s yearbook team for the past three years. I am also very involved with the St. Mary’s tennis team and theater program. Outside of school, I am a bible study leader for a group of young girls. I am very excited to be joining the 4Memphis Impact staff. 60 / March 2018
My name is Mary Katherine Thomas, and I am a junior at St. Agnes Academy. I am so thrilled to be apart of the Arts Staff of Memphis Impact. Along with my involvement with Memphis Impact I am on the varsity golf team at my school, and play tournament golf year round. I am fortunate to be a volunteer at Madonna Learning Center, Southern Reins Center for Equine Therapy, Salvation Army and the special needs program at my church. I am also active in my youth group “True North” at Second Presbyterian. I honored to work on this magazine with this staff of girls and I look forward to the future of the magazine!
My name is Grace Galler and I am a junior at Hutchison School. I am involved in the Youth Impact Staff, because I love the idea of getting people my age and younger more involved in their community.
My name is Robert Ayotte and I am in the 10th grade at MUS. In addition to writing for 4Memphis, where I happen to be the only boy on staff, I write for the MUS school newspaper and have participated in many external writing competitions. I am a member of the MUS Civic Service Organization, and I also runs cross country, track, and play basketball. I have an older sister currently at Ole Miss, and an English Bulldog named Coco.
My name is Emma Yates, and I am a sophmore at Briarcrest Christian School. I’m so excited to be a part of the Memphis Impact Staff. I work on desiging the pages for the issues. In addition to my position at Memphis Impact, I’m involved in many clubs at school and on the volleyball and track team. I also play competitive volleyball for Southern Storm Volleyball Club. I am involved in the youth group at Grace Evangelical Church, and I spend time volunteering for Lebonheur and service through Key Club. I’m thrilled to be a part of the 4Memphis Impact Staff, and I can’t wait to see it grow even more.
MeMphis iMpact Meet the staff
FOREVER RIVALRY By: Robert Ayotte The long-standing rivalry existing with Memphis University School and Christian Brothers has extended over nearly every sport and competition held between the two schools, athletic or academic. As the winter basketball season drew to a close and spring approached, the two schools wrapped up their regular basketball seasons with one final game at MUS’s Ross Lynn Arena on February 16. Having previously lost to the Owls in an earlier matchup, 63 to 46, the Brothers, coached by Bubba Luckett, went into the second confrontation looking to redeem themselves. Despite their efforts, MUS narrowly escaped with the victory, beating CBHS 50-47 in a nail-biting overtime win. Playing in front of packed crowds on both sides, the two teams found themselves nearly tied at halftime, 23-22, and the close score continued until MUS junior Jalen Holliman tied up the score with one minute remaining, pushing the game into overtime. MUS, led by head coach Matt Bakke, only allowed one point in the additional four minutes, sealing their victory. Despite coming up short, CBHS senior Jack Herring snagged 14 points and 9 rebounds, while Zachary Hamlet also grabbed 13 points, 10 rebounds, and 7 assists. Both Herring and Hamlet were also selected to be on the 1st and 2nd All-Region teams, respectively. MUS senior John McBride, who was announced one of the Co-Players of the Year in the region, came away with 17 points and 6 rebounds. Zach Street, who threw in 13 points, was also chosen to be on the All-Region 1st team, while MUS juniors Dekari Scott and Sellers Shy were placed on the 2nd team as well. With the win, MUS’s regular season record improved to 15-10, while CBHS’s record cemented at 18-10. The victory also marked Matt Bakke’s 100th win as head coach of the Owls, after having taken the coaching job back in late 2013. “Christian Brothers is always one of our toughest opponents of the year. Coach Luckett is one of the top coaches in Memphis,” coach Bakke commented. “There is no game on our schedule that comes close to matching the intensity, excitement and electricity of the MUS and CBHS game. The players on both teams play with amazing effort, energy, and poise, the students are passionately involved from start to finish, and the basketball is played at an extremely high level. It’s an absolute thrill to be a part of.” Prior to the varsity game, CBHS had defeated MUS in the JV matchup, 60-42. Both teams look for success in the post season, as MUS grabbed the district second seed and CBHS took the third. March 2018 / 61
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