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Contents June 2022 | Vol. xxix, No. 6

parties

Editorial

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The Cheekwood Society Dinner returns with a garden party

founding editor

Herbert Fox, Jr. managing editor

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Jonathan Sims associate editor

Holly Hoffman social correspondent

Gloria Houghland

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contributors

Beth Alexander, John Bridges, Whitney Clay, Geert De Lombaerde, Carrington Fox, Laura Hutson Hunter, Sandy Nelson, Ellen Pryor, Jennifer Puryear, Megan Seling, Varina Willse

Hope and Healing A powerful afternoon at Centerstone’s Reclaiming Lives

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Running Wild

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Call of the Wild Dinner brings awareness of the cheetah population 15

art director

Eric England

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One Hundred Years of Service

Hot, Hot, Hot The Frist Gala takes a trip to Old Havana

staff photographer

Daniel Meigs

features 54

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graphic designers

Mary Louise Meadors, Tracey Starck graphic designer /production coordinator

Christie Passarello

Rosy Outlook Symphony Fashion Show Patrons Party is A-Bouquet

Production

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Pretty in Pink

departments

events and marketing director

Olivia Moye Britton marketing and promotions manager

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Advertising publisher

Jennifer Trsinar Jezewski

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Sue Falls, Richard Jacques, Michael Jezewski, Deborah Laufer, Carla Mathis, Heather Cantrell Mullins, Mike Smith, Niki Tyree, Alissa Wetzel, Keith Wright Chelon Hasty

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Jada Goggins, Audry Houle

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Gary Minnis

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president

Frank Daniels III

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IT director

John Schaeffer Owner FW Publishing, LLC

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Thanks for Stopping By Nfocus hosts our annual Homes of Distinction cocktail party at a gorgeous home in Tyne Meade

Pencil In Mark your calendar for these upcoming events

chief financial officer

Todd Patton

Nsider Swan Ball Underwriters’ Reception, Picnic With the Library, Generous Helpings and more

All for the Cure The JDRF Gala soars past its fundraising goals for Type 1 diabetes research

Business

Step Outside The Ellington Agricultural Center offers a firsthand look at the history of farming and gardening

Circulation circulation manager

Behind the Scenes Getting to know the Centennial Park Conservancy’s John Tumminello

In the Bag The Power of the Purse marks 25 years in style

advertising solutions associates

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They Owned the Night PENCIL welcomes Lady A to the Grand Ole Opry for A Little Night of Music

advertising solutions consultants

sales operations manager

A Walk in the Park Friends of Warner Parks hosts its inaugural Spring Luncheon

Robin Fomusa

Fresh Air Fun Five of Nashville’s favorite outdoor events that support local nonprofits

The Symphony Fashion Show welcomes Lela Rose

Marketing

On the Roadshow Again Get a look behind the scenes at the filming of Antiques Roadshow at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens

contributing photographers

Michael W. Bunch, Matt Masters, Jen McDonald

Tally Ho! The Iroquois Steeplechase returns to the second Saturday in May

Heather Pierce senior photographer

The Thrill of It All A celebratory return of the Hunt Ball

A Centennial Celebration Gala for the Junior League of Nashville

Art

In Bloom

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Best Behavior Expert etiquette advice from John Bridges

Bill Freeman

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ON THE COVER

Nretrospect Looking back at the history of the Centennial Art Center

LaDonna Boyd photographed by Daniel Meigs at the Steeplechase Nfocus Portrait Studio. For more about Steeplechase, turn to page 45.

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Park Perfect Talking trees, books and bees with the president of the Centennial Park Conservancy John Tumminello was a fan of Centennial Park long before he became the president of Centennial Park Conservancy. In fact, the park is partly the reason he decided to pack his bags and move to Music City.

“I made the decision to move to Nashville while sitting on the banks of Lake Watauga, and seven years later, I was running weekly programs in the park,” he says. “Sylvia Rapoport hired me to manage the organization’s Musicians Corner program after its initial season. It was an incredible opportunity to use my business and creative skills in one position. I had the chance to serve as emcee for 148 events and The Basics even introduce legends like Emmylou Harris, Name: John Tumminello The Blind Boys Of AlaProfession/Title: President, Centennial bama, and Preservation Park Conservancy Hall Jazz Band; only in Hometown: Staten Island, New York Music City!”

Zip Code: 37212 John isn’t alone in his Years you’ve lived in Nashville: 17 love for Centennial Park.

How many different kinds of plants The 132-acre green and trees are at the park? Centennial space gets more than 3 Park contains over 1,700 trees, from million visitors every white oaks and fruiting native paw year, and that’s just the paws to the beloved Japanese flowering humans! Visitors will cherries and gingkos. also spot dozens of different kinds of birds — from ducks and geese to belted kingfishers — as well as squirrels, chipmunks and hundreds of thousands of bees. (Don’t worry, they’re just there to make Centennial Park Honey, which is available for purchase through Do you have a favorite little nook at the park’s website and in the Parthenon museum Centennial Park? There is a swinging bench store.) We caught up with John just as the park’s along the path around Lake Watauga with a great view of the Parthenon; it’s a perfect spot to tulips and trees started to bloom to learn more relax and soak in the splendor of the park, and it about the park’s past and future.

31st Avenue connector and increase access into the park from North Nashville. We’re also building an elegant event pavilion on Lake Watauga for parties, fundraisers and programs like the Big Band Dances.

was donated by two incredibly generous people.

BY MEGAN SELING PHOTOGRAPH BY DANIEL MEIGS

Everything from first dates to proposals and weddings have taken place at the park and the Parthenon. Do you have any especially sweet stories of how the park has played a role in people’s lives? In the past year, 20 couples were married at the Parthenon. There were Sweet 16th and 65th birthday parties and even a baby shower for a child named Athena. It’s the most magnificent place in town to celebrate a special occasion. Once, someone planned a flash mob at Musicians Corner and proposed after doing a dance routine to the Bruno Mars song “Marry You.” Love does seem to bloom in Centennial Park!

Centennial Park has undergone some impressive updates in recent years. Currently underway is the park plaza and event pavilion. Can you tell us more about what that will be like when completed? We’re partnering with Metro Parks to introduce a pedestrian entrance from the

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When you have out-of-town guests visiting, where do you take them? The Parthenon and Bluebird Cafe are always the first two on my list.

What’s your favorite local restaurant? Since it opened, City House has been my favorite. My go-to menu item is the belly ham pizza (with an egg on top), and I never skip dessert; their cakes are the most delicious in town!

What are you currently reading or watching?

My recent personal favorite is Miracle on 19th Street, a heartwarming documentary about a well-loved New York Santa with a 30-year legacy of spreading Christmas cheer (and he happens to be my dad). Being a father of a four year old, I read lots of bedtime stories, and my daughter is always thrilled when Dolly Parton sends her a book in the mail!

What’s the one thing you hope never changes in Nashville? Its heart and soul.

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Hope and Healing A powerful afternoon at Centerstone’s Reclaiming Lives

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Haylee Waddey Hall, Liz Vaughan

Katie Cameron, Russell Morrell, Paige McGehee

Co-chairs Lucy Duvall and Mary Wilson

enterstone’s seventh annual Reclaiming Lives Luncheon, held at Loews Vanderbilt Hotel, was an overwhelming success. The Symphony Ballroom was filled to capacity for what proved to be an intimate and inspiring gathering of community leaders and supporters.

Event co-chairs Lucy Duvall and Mary Wilson welcomed all, as did Shay Binkley of FirstBank, the presenting sponsor. The invocation was led by board member Mark Faulkner, who encouraged everyone to enjoy the food and fellowship. The spring menu was healthy, as well as delicious, particularly the raspberry lemon strip dessert that looked like a small, pink basket filled with sweet goodies.

Following lunch, Ben Middleton, Centerstone’s regional CEO, explained the mission of the organization, which provides life-changing mental health care to people across the globe. He then introduced the keynote speaker, Sue Klebold, an American author and activist. She is the mother of Dylan Klebold, one of two teenage shooters at Columbine High School in Littleton, Colorado, who, in 1999, killed 12 students and one teacher and wounded more than 20 others before taking their own lives.

During the last 15 years, she has worked tirelessly to advance mental health awareness and intervention. She donates all of the profits from her book, A Mother’s Reckoning: Living in the Aftermath of Tragedy, to organizations like Centerstone.

There was almost complete silence in the room, with all eyes on Sue Klebold, as she began to tell her story. She dissected every detail of her family life and explained what she has come to understand regarding the crucial intersection between mental health problems and violence. She shared her denial about what she now knows were warning signals, the collateral damage ripple effect of the murder-suicides and the step-by-step process that led to such a tragedy. She also detailed the ever-increasing statistics about murder and suicide in our country. Her grief was palpable and her strength incredibly courageous. Few of us will ever know what Sue Klebold has been through in her life, but in just that short amount of time, the patrons of Centerstone’s Reclaiming Lives Luncheon were forever touched by someone who found a way to reclaim hers.

BY GLORIA HOUGHLAND PHOTOGRAPHS BY DANIEL MEIGS

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Running Wild Call of the Wild Dinner brings awareness of the cheetah population

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he Nashville Zoo’s Call of the Wild Dinner debuted only four years ago, and it quickly became one of the must-attend events for the nonprofit’s most generous supporters. It was a perfect spring evening, when more than 130 guests showed up to enjoy cocktails and dinner and to hear from this year’s featured speaker, Dr. Laurie Marker, who founded the Cheetah Conservation Fund in 1990 and has worked with the magnificent species since the 1970s.

No event at the zoo would be complete without appearances by some of the beloved animal ambassadors. Perennial favorite Fern the sloth was hanging around to greet admirers, and Ali the flamingo flashed her fiery feathers. New to the program were three adorable baby goats, and guests oohed and aahed over Lady Gray, Miss Moo and Mister Mustache, who basked in all of the attention.

After dinner, the focus shifted to another breed of animal: the cheetah. Laurie shared the work of CCF, which is the world’s leading organization dedicated to saving cheetahs in the wild by creating opportunities for coexistence with humans. She explained how its Namibia-based researchers, educators and conservationists use a holistic approach when working with communities that live alongside the cheetah. Their goal is to diminish the three major threats causing endangerment of the species: human-wildlife conflict, habitat loss and illegal wildlife/pet trade. Her work is making a significant impact on preserving the cheetah population and its habitat.

Our Nashville Zoo is also dedicated to saving species from extinction and makes great strides not only locally, with its pioneering efforts, but also globally by contributing to other environmental protection programs, including the CCF. Funds raised at the Call of the Wild Dinner support those efforts. On this night, guests received a special gift for their generosity. On the way out, they enjoyed a sneak peek of Night Visions, the light and sound show that runs through July 17 this summer.

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One Hundred Years of Service A Centennial Celebration Gala for the Junior League of Nashville

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ore than 500 delighted patrons converged on the Schermerhorn Symphony Center for the Centennial Celebration Gala honoring the Junior League of Nashville. The excitement was palpable at the sold-out, blacktie evening saluting the organization’s 100 years of service.

JLN members and community leaders mingled in the lobby as they toasted the arrival of the “Party of the Century.” Guests were giddy to see the vision that hardworking co-chairs Suann Davis and Linde Pflaum planned for this sensational, muchanticipated night.

As President Jenny Barker greeted guests from the stage, she snapped a crowd photo to confirm that, yes, this really was a live, in-person event. After recognizing those who devoted so much energy to creating the gala, Jenny introduced Demetria Kalodimos to debut the JLN centennial documentary she produced in collaboration with Jerry Williams, the documentary underwriter, former JLN president and honorary chair of the Centennial Gala, highlighting the League’s incredibly rich history.

The film underscored that most of the Nashville we now know was either initiated or championed by this formidable group. When Cornelia Keeble Ewing founded the JLN in 1922, she and a cadre of newly empowered female voters were searching for meaningful ways to build friendships while contributing to their city. The Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, Nashville Children’s Theatre and Oasis Center represent just three of their multiple, monumental, landscapechanging efforts. The program concluded as Burning Las Vegas hit the stage, and the party quickly pivoted from reflecting on the past to heralding a rollicking, promising future.

The Junior League of Nashville, with its immeasurable list of contributions over 10 decades, has consistently challenged the community status quo, been a catalyst for significant change and stood out as a beacon of inspiration. With its 101st year of service on the horizon, JLN members, supporters and Late Party attendees’ unbridled enthusiasm and boundless energy served as a reminder that, collectively, this group is an unstoppable force for good.

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Hot, Hot, Hot The Frist Gala takes a trip to Old Havana

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uests arriving for this year’s Frist Gala, which had not been held since 2019 due to the pandemic, were greeted by shiny vintage cars and lively Cuban music — the first indications of the memorable night ahead. Co-chairs Vandana Abramson and Keith Meacham were thrilled to take their cues from the current exhibition On the Horizon: Contemporary Cuban Art From the Pérez Art Museum Miami, and they planned a colorful, festive evening filled with art, music, culture, delicious food and cocktails.

The Grand Lobby felt more intimate, thanks to Big Events’ Martha and Malcolm Greenwood, who used string lighting, canvas palm trees, flowers and foliage in the lofty space.

Friends rejoiced in greeting one another before seeking out the newest face in the crowd: Seth Feman, the museum’s new executive director, only a few days into the job. Servers, dressed in Cuban shirts and hats, were busy making the signature drinks, an Old Cuban and an Orange Mojito, and passing tempting hors d’oeuvres.

The upbeat feel continued in the dinner tent, where a large structure of tropical leaves and crystal chandeliers hung over tables draped in sunny saffron, coral and yellow linens that held banana leaves in tall vases and florals mixed with tropical fruit. Taking inspiration from the flavors of the island, G Catering prepared a three-course meal of grilled romaine salad, braised short ribs and grilled shrimp with dulce de leche cheesecake to finish. Conversations and laughter continued long after the last bites were taken.

Despite the ongoing pandemic last year, the Frist Art Museum presented 13 exhibitions, welcomed 17,500-plus visitors ages 18 and younger free of charge, and partnered with 66 community partners — including Metro Parks, Nashville Public Library, the Hispanic Family Foundation, Bethlehem Centers of Nashville and Fifty Forward — to offer programs and activities. The Frist Gala is the museum’s largest fundraiser and raises more than $500,000 each year to support its work of bringing high-quality exhibitions to Middle Tennessee and providing related educational programs and community outreach activities.

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Jon and co-chair Keith Meacham, Co-chair Vandana and Rick Abramson

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Rosy Outlook Symphony Fashion Show Patrons Party is A-Bouquet

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hen Keri and Nathan Lyons offered to host the Patrons Party for this year’s Symphony Fashion Show, little did they know that they would be welcoming a record-breaking crowd of generous supporters of the beloved nonprofit. More than 200 guests filled their gracious Belle Meade home on a Monday night to celebrate the full return of the fundraiser and meet this year’s designer, Lela Rose.

The weather forecast was not promising for the outdoor party. The weekend’s summer-like heat was swept away by on-and-off showers all day, and the threat of rain continued into the evening. But cloudy skies didn’t dampen enthusiasm for the night, nor did they stop ladies from donning their favorite dresses by Lela, including co-chairs Mary Huddleston and Andrea Powell, who looked resplendent in their dresses plucked from her Spring 2022 collection. The delightful mix of colors and patterns only enhanced the garden party atmosphere.

A delicious alternative to Champagne was the Honeysuckle Rose, a cocktail that paid homage to Lela’s Texas roots in a tasty blend of tequila, honey and lemon juice garnished with what else but rose petals. Other nods to the Lone Star State included a performance by a country duo and hearty menu by Flavor Catering. Guests enjoyed passed appetizers, including wonton pork tacos and mini tamales, before savoring carne asada and fish tacos, coffee-rubbed carrots and elote salad with mango chutney during the cocktail supper. Brightly flavored and light, lemongrass crème brûlée and cayenne pepper chocolate pots de creme rounded out the meal.

The evening ended on a high — and dry — note, as the rain held off, except for a few minor sprinkles. As patrons left, they were thrilled to take home a copy of Lela’s book, Prêt-à-Party: Great Ideas for Good Times and Creative Entertaining, neatly tied up with a pink ribbon, and left very excited about the full return of the Symphony Fashion Show on the next night.

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Pretty in Pink The Symphony Fashion Show welcomes Lela Rose

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ast year, the Symphony Fashion Show made a triumphant return, albeit with a smaller crowd, face masks, shortened program and stringent safety precautions in place due to the ongoing pandemic. Fast forward one year, and things looked entirely different as 675 guests filled the Schermerhorn Symphony Center for a glorious evening of flowers, fun and fashion from the Fall 2022 collection of designer Lela Rose.

Taking inspiration from Lela’s Spring 2022 collection, cochairs Mary Huddleston and Andrea Powell, with Amos Gott of AmosEvents, transformed the courtyard into a delightful garden party in multiple shades of pink with white and cream. Boxwood walls ran the length of the space, and white banquettes sat behind tables draped in a white-on-pink floral print. And flowers were everywhere! Orbs covered in roses hung overhead; massive arrangements stood atop towers; and smaller bouquets decorated tables. As a segue from the party outside to the fall looks soon to appear on the runway, Amos used neutral tones of ivory and gold in the lobby, lots of greenery and more roses.

The highlight of the night was, of course, the fashion show.

The simple scene made certain that all eyes were on the clothes, made with Lela’s trademark dainty florals and feminine silhouettes and a subtle touch of Western glamour, a result of her time spent in Jackson Hole. Models glided down a catwalk adorned only with a line of single sunflowers in bud vases running down the middle. Then, attendees were treated to a performance by two bassoonists from the Symphony’s Accelerando program.

The night ended with the traditional after-parties with a crowd in the West Lobby for sliders, fried chicken and fries, and the patrons dining on salmon, roasted asparagus and lavender pound cake. By all accounts, the full-blown return of the Symphony Fashion Show was a resounding success. The fashion was fabulous, and valuable funds were raised for the Symphony’s educational programs.

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A Walk in the Park Friends of Warner Parks hosts its inaugural Spring Luncheon

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t was a glorious spring day for the inaugural Spring Luncheon benefiting the Warner Parks Nature Center.

More than 200 patrons arrived at the fundraiser dressed in “park chic,” ready to enjoy dining on the nature center’s back patio under the warming rays of the midday sun. Birds flew overhead, chirping their welcome song for this group of elegantly dressed women and the handful of dapper men sprinkled throughout the crowd. But then again, what else would you expect from a party in the middle of our beloved parks?

Co-chairs Cathy Grier and Whitney Topping welcomed the guests, who were seated at long, rustic farm tables sporting sage green tablecloths, burlap runners and low bowls filled with colorful florals created by Dorsey Meier Designs. The menu of glazed chicken citrus quinoa salad with a decadent lemon panna cotta dessert shooter was by Flavor Catering and festively presented in ribbon-wrapped, clear boxes. A citrus water and strawberry basil lemonade provided the perfect accompaniment for this outdoor, flower-influenced feast.

Cathy and Whitney expressed their gratitude for the excellent turnout and said they hoped that the event would become an annual tradition. The inspiration for this “collective idea” came from Whitney’s mother-in-law, an integral part of the Central Park Conservancy’s founding Women’s Committee in Manhattan. The co-chairs decided to bring the idea to Nashville’s Warner Parks. From the buzz of the delighted attendees, it appears that there’s a high probability that this will become a popular, recurring event.

Following lunch, advisory board member Elizabeth Lamar had an informative chat with honorary chair and Metro Nashville Parks Director Monique Horton Odom. The pair discussed how the Warner Parks are unique unto themselves, and Monique expressed her appreciation for the Friends of Warner Parks’ devoted focus to conservation, which cannot always be addressed as a top priority by government administrators. The public-private partnership was emphasized as the key to preserving and protecting this beloved landscape for generations to come.

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They Owned the Night PENCIL welcomes Lady A to the Grand Ole Opry for A Little Night of Music

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n a perfect spring evening, supporters of PENCIL and Metro Nashville Public Schools headed once again to the Grand Ole Opry for an exciting night of food and music at the 18th annual A Little Night of Music, which also celebrated the 40th year of the nonprofit. Musical guest Lady A was welcomed back to the event after their last performance with Tim McGraw in 2009 solidified them as a favorite of the organization and its guests.

Co-chairs Robyn Williams, Brandon Hill and Frank Schriner, along with honorary chairs Brent Poulton and Zulfat Suara and auction chairs Dane Brunett, Jacky Gomez and Karen Schillinger, greeted supporters as they arrived. Everyone enjoyed chatting outside in the evening light while grabbing a bite to eat from The Loveless Cafe, The Grilled Cheeserie and Pie Town Tacos food trucks and browsing the silent auction items, which included wine pulls and signed guitars.

With cocktails in hand, patrons waited patiently for the doors to open to the auditorium, but VIPs got invited in a little earlier for a special Q&A and group photo opportunity with Lady A. The band members talked a bit about how much they love the genre diversity of the music scene in Nashville, how their name change was meaningful to them and how their love for children fuels their philanthropic endeavors, including PENCIL. Everyone else was then welcomed inside to take their seats on the legendary stage. After brief remarks from PENCIL leadership and sponsors, Grenada-born artist Jeverson opened with a selection of his songs and got everyone moving.

Jay Cash led the live auction, which included a private event at Bluebird Cafe, a selection of getaways, and even a backstage moment with Lady A that also came with a guitar signed by the band. By the end of the evening, patrons donated more than $348,000 in support of PENCIL and their mission of “linking community resources to Nashville Public Schools to help young people achieve academic success and prepare for life.”

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In the Bag The Power of the Purse marks 25 years in style

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he Power of the Purse, the signature event benefiting The Women’s Fund at The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, celebrated its 25th anniversary at the Renaissance Nashville Hotel’s Grand Ballroom. Simply called POP by many, the luncheon honored the previous cochairs who made it the success it is today.

The idea for POP, originally called A Celebration of Women, began after CFMT President and Co-Founder Ellen Lehman attended a New York City luncheon with Ruth Ann Harnisch, a major benefactor of the Fund. Inspired by the fundraiser, Ellen called upon Julie Boehm and Mary Follin to chair the inaugural event. A few years later, Judy Barker, another longtime supporter, came up with the name The Power of the Purse and, with that, began the traditional purse auction that is a highlight of the day.

During lunch, Advisory Board Chair Meera Ballal thanked the first chair, Barbara Chazen, who also remains involved, for her leadership and introduced the keynote speaker. Tiffany Dufu, founder and CEO of The Cru, a peer coaching platform for women looking to accelerate their professional and personal growth, delivered a positive, rousing message encouraging women to tell others of their importance and make investments in one another as the best way to achieve “a world in which women’s gifts and voices are fully harnessed for the benefit of all of us.”

In 1994, The Women’s Fund launched with grants of $500 each from eight community leaders who wanted to invest in long-term solutions for transforming the lives of women and girls. Its grants now total more than $2.3 million made to more than 150 nonprofits in Middle Tennessee. Proceeds from POP have been instrumental in growing the Fund. At the close, each co-chair received a first-ever bee lapel pin — the bee being CFMT’s symbol of philanthropy — in recognition of her contribution to its success. And with that, the 25th annual The Power of the Purse was in the bag.

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All for the Cure The JDRF Gala soars past its fundraising goals for Type 1 diabetes research

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early 700 people arrived at the Omni Nashville for the 22nd annual JDRF Gala, the first since 2019 due to the pandemic. The black-tie event drew local legends, celebrities, supporters and recipients of the organization’s crucial funds for Type 1 diabetes research.

To kick off the evening, The Tennessee Titans’ mascot, T-Rac, danced down the long hallway, leading the Victory Drumline as the sea of guests parted and followed the procession into the ballroom. There, Kayce Brassfield took over and sang covers of hits from several generations until everyone was seated and ready for the program to begin.

The lineup, which began with Executive Director and CEO Mary Lyn Schuh and Board Chair Paul Wallace, included Fox 17’s Stacy Case as emcee; the six co-chairs, Karen and Bob Goodall, Tiffany and Rob Horton, and Jaimie and Jon Robinson; and the Robinsons’ daughter, Taylor Robinson, who was this year’s Fund a Cure speaker. And the 2022 T1D Champion Award winner, Nashville Predators winger Luke Kunin, recorded a video message and gave each of the JDRF Youth Ambassadors one of his jerseys.

Dinner, provided by the chefs at the Omni, included a roots and leaves salad, roasted tenderloin, and a chocolate rum caramel tart. Each table had a detailed menu that included the carb count of each dish, with a translucent vellum overlay that showed all of the exhausting calculations and details that someone living with Type 1 diabetes has to consider when viewing a menu.

After dinner, Jeff Randall began the live auction, which included such incredible prizes as an Ultimate Hamilton Broadway Experience, an opportunity to run onto the field with the Titans during a game, a week at Birds of Paradise Villa in Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica, and more. But the prizes that fetched the highest bids were the two bottles of Pappy Van Winkle and a Legacy British Labrador puppy. In total, supporters raised an incredible $2.7 million for Type 1 diabetes research, far above the $2 million goal for the evening.

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fter two years of hiatus, we brought back our annual cocktail party to celebrate the release of our popular Homes of Distinction issue. As we do each year, we chose one of the distinguished homes to host our gathering, and this year, we chose the newly built 4505 Wayland Drive, a modern, 6,222-square-foot home sitting on top of a small hill in Tyne Meade designed by Zinc Architecture’s Zach Provonchee and submitted by Engel and Völkers’ Ivy Vick. Everyone from neighbors to the Realtors whose houses were also chosen for Homes of Distinction came and went and wandered through the minimalist home. Even the builder, Baird Graham of BGC Construction, came by to say hello to all the people admiring his incredible craftsmanship.

Guests enjoyed a variety of delicious passed hors d’oeuvres, including roasted beef tenderloin canapes made with white truffle aioli, arugula and a crispy shallot and seared ahi tuna with lemon ginger sauce on a wonton crisp. The trays of mini desserts — blondies with salted caramel and popcorn garnish and chocolate truffle buttons — didn’t last very long. Those who were lucky enough to try them couldn’t stop bragging about them to the others who showed up after the plates had been cleared.

Leiper’s Fork Distillery set up a bar on the second floor to offer guests a chance to sample some of their spirits, including the bourbon and Tennessee whiskey. They also provided their signature bourbon for one of the specialty cocktails created for the evening: a mint julep made with simple syrup, a sprig of mint and a hefty pour of bourbon — the other being a white sangria with vodka, apple, strawberry and orange.

The spring weather was perfect for the return of one of our favorite parties of the year, and we couldn’t have been more pleased to see everyone who came out to celebrate another year of Homes of Distinction with us.

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In Bloom The Cheekwood Society Dinner returns with a garden party

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he evening could not have been more perfect for the return of the Cheekwood Society Dinner. The sun was starting to dip behind the hills as the long line of cars wound its way toward Cheekwood Mansion. Once under the tent on the Swan Lawn, it was as if guests had entered a secret garden, with the understated, elegant shades of green and lush floral accents used by Amos Gott of AmosEvents.

Following cocktails, the Jane and Guilford Dudley Award for Excellence in Philanthropy was presented to Linde and Blair Wilson. Loyal supporters of Cheekwood, they have made numerous gifts, both unrestricted and designated for years, and both have served the historic landmark in multiple capacities.

Linde, a current Board of Trustees member, was once the librarian at Cheekwood.

Lisa Manning is certainly deserving of the James A. Webb III Award for Extraordinary Service to Cheekwood. The third recipient of the honor named for the late Jimmy Webb, she exhibited similar selflessness, leadership and generosity when she served as chair of the Board of Trustees during the pandemic, and she faced those challenges with resolve and tenacity. She and her husband, David, have a decades-long history of generosity, and Lisa is also a frequent hands-on gardener on the grounds.

Following the presentations, everyone enjoyed a seasonal dinner of spring salad and marinated beef tenderloin with arugula gremolata by Flavor Catering. By the time the Meyer lemon tart arrived, Amos’ widely admired floral arrangements had received more than their 15 minutes of fame, thanks to multiple Instagram posts by guests.

Despite the pandemic, Cheekwood welcomed more than 435,000 visitors and saw its membership grow to new levels in 2021. The estate was elevated with restorations and other projects. It is the generosity of the Cheekwood Society members that have made these achievements possible and who are leaving a sound Cheekwood for future generations.

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The Thrill of It All A celebratory return of the Hunt Ball

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he Hillsboro Hounds have always been serious about upholding the traditions of fox hunting and good sportsmanship. They have also taken to heart celebrating the end of a season with the annual Hunt Ball. After a two-year delay due to the pandemic, this tight-knit group came together at Belle Meade Country Club for the return of the long-overdue party. As is the custom, ladies arrived in black or white gowns, while the gents sported tuxedos and members wore their scarlet jackets.

From the moment revelers entered, there were nods to the history of the Hounds everywhere. Memorabilia from Lisa Campbell sat atop the piano, and seven antique trophies, overflowing with red roses and hydrangea were on display among the silent auction items. Elsewhere, Jason Bradshaw and Bob Deal, with assistance from Sharon Sandahl’s High Cotton Floral, placed swags of magnolia and hydrangea on mantels and large arrangements along the auction table.

The designing duo carried the green, white and red palette into the ballroom, where guests dined at tables topped with the Hounds’ red and gold sashes and more bouquets with ferns and curly willow added into the mix. The delicious meal was the Club’s trademark Door Knob filet and sea bass with smoked gouda grits and snap peas, and the dessert — layered peppermint ice cream with devil’s-food cake — was as pretty as it was scrumptious.

The “business” portion of the night marked milestones for several people. Natalie Edwards, Hunter Davis, Tom Warriner, George and Beverly Greenup, and Kim Smith all received their colors, and the First Flask Fireballs Syndicate’s Darwin took home Best Overall in the Puppy Awards. The highlight was honoring John Gray’s 42 years as huntsman of the Hillsboro Hounds and celebrating the passing of the horn to his wife, Leilani. And on that note, everyone hit the dance floor before heading to Steeplechase the next morning.

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Steeplechase STYLE CONTEST

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Tally Ho! The Iroquois Steeplechase returns to the second Saturday in May

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fter more than two years of working through the pandemic, the 81st running of the Iroquois Steeplechase returned to its time-honored date of the second Saturday in May. Nashville’s long-held rite of spring drew a huge crowd, the size of which had not been seen in more than seven years. The joyful day showed once again that Nashvillians could not be more excited to be out and about and supporting their favorite nonprofits — in this case, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt and the Friends of Warner Parks.

The fun started in the boxes long before the first race, as boxholders enjoyed mint juleps in monogrammed pewter cups and fried chicken served on silver platters. For those who ventured out, there was plenty to do. The Shoppes on the Hill held tents with Christine A. Moore Millinery’s stunning hats, paintings from the Too Black Too Fast exhibit and more. In addition to people-watching, there was the always-adorable stick horse race and a stop at our Nfocus Portrait Studio.

Speaking of people-watching, an extraordinarily fashionable group came ready to be scrutinized by our esteemed Style Contest judges — Vince Dreffs, Amos Gott, Mary Huddleston and Roseann Shah — and vie for the top spot in one of our four categories. After much deliberation, they selected Caroline Pickens for her modern take on Audrey Hepburn as Eliza Doolittle for Best Dressed Female, and David Lombardi’s crisp, classic look easily made him Best Dressed Male. Billy Studstill and Jade Oliveira’s coordinating ensembles secured their spot as Most Stylish Couple, and Alex Bachari’s palm-tree-andflamingo-print jacket was the perfect blend of humor and style to earn him Most Outrageous.

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Rob and Melissa Smithson

Deb Pratt, Amanda Taylor

Christine Moore, Sam Simmons

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Although the splashy attire and hats adorned with everything from flowers to a papier-mâché horse drew lots of attention, the true spectacle was on the track, where Snap Decision raced to victory in the Calvin Houghland Iroquois for the second year in a row. However, the real winner of the day was Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, which has received nearly $11 million from the Steeplechase since 1981.

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GOLD IS GOLD “JUST LIKE YOU’VE HEARD SO MANY STORIES OF PEOPLE IN THIS MUSEUM, I HAD TO GO BACK TO REAL LIFE AND HUSTLE, AND CLEANED AIRBNBS, WA S A B A C K U P S I N G E R , WA S A N A N N Y — A L L W H I L E TRYING TO PURSUE THIS DREAM.” — C A R LY P E A R C E FROM THE MUSEUM’S 2019 UNBROKEN CIRCLE SERIES

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Few television programs are as universally beloved as Antiques Roadshow. In fact, the show, which airs locally on Nashville Public Television, enjoys nearly 6 million viewers each week. When it was announced that Nashville would be the show’s next stop in spring of 2020 — for the first time since the show’s second season in 1997 — exactly 11,523 fans from Nashville and beyond requested tickets. But only 1,800 people were lucky enough to receive a pair of them. Everyone was excited to be a part of the experience, but as the date approached and the pandemic hit the United States, the producers made the difficult decision to postpone their trip to Music City. Finally, after two years of waiting, the producers announced that production was back on, and Antiques Roadshow took over our beloved Cheekwood Estate & Gardens for a whole day in early May. About 70 qualified appraisers came to town with the show to examine items in 23 different specialty categories, including books, collectibles, watches, folk art, musical instruments and more. Two appraisers travel with the show nationally but are based locally: Tim Price of College Hill Arsenal, who appraises arms and militaria, and Linda Dyer, who appraises tribal arts. Tim, like many Nashvillians, spent years in the music industry before fully devoting his time to antiques, and Linda has been with Antiques Roadshow since the pilot. continued on page 56

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The crowd was elated as they explored the grounds. No matter what news they received about the items they brought to the gardens, everyone was extremely happy to be there and to have an opportunity to share their most treasured objects with others. As they wheeled large paintings around on dollies or carried their antique rifles on their shoulders, guests stopped to ask each other what they had brought and what they learned about them. And some of the celebrity appraisers, like Nicholas D. Lowry, graciously took time to talk and pose for photos with their adoring fans.

Antiques Roadshow’s executive producer, Marsha Bemko, who has been with the show since its fourth season — and who was proudly wearing a T-shirt made and given to her by Nashville’s own Manuel Cuevas — was thrilled to be able to shoot at Cheekwood. “It’s a fabulous venue,” she explains. “We’re all about seeking out distinctive, historical locations, and the grounds here are just that. It is a beautiful place; it’s a real treasure for Nashville.”

The team at Cheekwood were also thrilled to host the legendary series. “We were just so excited to have been selected; it’s such an incredible honor. And to have the Roadshow at Cheekwood, with our historic origins, it’s just an exhilarating experience,” says Jane MacLeod, president and CEO of Cheekwood. “And we’re so excited that all these many, many viewers are going to be able to see the beauty of Cheekwood and the beauty of the vistas that you look out upon that are so Nashville and so Tennessee.”

Antiques Roadshow at Cheekwood will be split into three episodes as part of the upcoming 27th season, which will air in 2023. Be sure to keep an eye out for the full schedule at wnpt.org to see what treasures made their way to Nashville this year.

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Fresh Air Fun

Five of Nashville’s favorite outdoor events that support local nonprofits

PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF THE NASHVILLE ZOO

After a long spring and an even longer two years of canceled events, Nashvillians are excited to get outdoors and back to our usual summer traditions, many of which include supporting nonprofits. The creativity of our local organizations is a point of pride for the city, and some of the events they’ve created have found their way into our hearts. We’ve got late nights at the zoo and plenty of outdoor concerts (this is Music City, after all), from opera to bluegrass and Americana, to add to your summer plans.

Night Visions Nashville Zoo

If you’ve ever wondered what happens at the zoo at night, the Nashville Zoo’s Night Visions is a great way to find out. The event, which runs through July 17, offers visitors an experience like no other. Night Visions features brilliant and mesmerizing animalthemed light displays synced to music along a path through the grounds; access to other popular attractions, such as DinoTrek After Dark and the Soaring Eagle zip line; and concessions with beer, margaritas and more. You’ll probably even bump into the flock of flamingos, who will be out on a stroll of their own until 10 p.m. For a single night, adult and teen tickets are $23, and children’s tickets (ages 2-12) are $19.

If you want to visit more than once, you can opt for the Platinum Pass, which grants you unlimited visits, for $35 for adults and $29 for children. The starting and ending hours vary throughout the summer as the sun sets later, so be sure to check the dates and times before you go. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit nashvillezoo.org/night-visions.

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Thursday Night Out Cheekwood Estate & Gardens

Thursday evenings are the new Saturday nights at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens. Every week through October, the Belle Meade landmark celebrates summer with a night of music, food trucks, family-friendly activities and more.

Nashville’s newest music radio station, WNXP, cohosts the first Thursday of each month, with live music from some of the station’s favorite artists. See Nashville’s most fun brass band, Brassville — and be prepared to dance! — on June 2, and don’t miss celestial pop singer Haiva Ru on July 7. Want to wind down the week with a drink? Every third Thursday of the month is Thirsty Third Thursday, where four bar stations are set up throughout the property so you can sip on specialty cocktails as you stroll through the beautiful botanical gardens, including the azalea-filled Howe Garden and the Bradford Robertson Color Garden, which features a series of bloom-covered archways that are the perfect backdrop for summertime #selfies. While some events are free for Cheekwood members, tickets are still required by all attendees, so visit cheekwood.org to see the full lineup of events and snag your spot. MEGAN SELING

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Opera on Wheels Nashville Opera

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When the pandemic hit, hundreds of local arts and culture events, from theater performances to ballet concerts, had to be canceled. But Nashville Opera wouldn’t be stopped. Proving that the show must go on, they partnered with Aero Build to create a customized mobile stage and sound system, and they’ve been taking their show on the road, literally, ever since. This summer, the talented ensemble — featuring Clementina Moreira, Jordan Holland and Tamica Nicole, who you may have heard singing “The Star-Spangled Banner” before Nashville Predators games — will be popping up at outdoor spaces all over town. Catch them throughout the day at Franklin’s Pride festival on Saturday, June 4, at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm (the whole event is free!), and the next day at 3 p.m. at Centennial Park in front of the Parthenon. The ensemble will also be performing at Nashville Scene’s Movies in the Park nights at Elmington Park. See them June 9, 16 and 23 ahead of screenings of The Princess Diaries, Black Widow and Encanto, respectively. The best part is that the performances are always free. Bravo! For more information, visit nashvilleopera.org/wheels. MEGAN SELING

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Full Moon Pickin’ Parties Friends of Warner Parks

On the weekend around every full moon each summer, the Friends of Warner Parks hosts the beloved bluegrass concerts at Percy Warner Park. From 6-10 p.m., each party offers a chance to hear from fantastic local musicians, such as Kristy Cox and Grasstime, the Trevor Clark Trio, Colin O’Brien, and more; enjoy food trucks and craft beers from Zander’s Pizza, Hoss Burgers, Nashville Chicken and Waffles, and Rolled 4 Ever Ice Cream; and spend time outdoors with friends and family. But the stage isn’t the only place you’ll find great music; the Friends encourage anyone to bring their bluegrass instruments and join in any of the many pickin’ circles that form all across the grounds. You can also feel free to bring along your pups!

This year’s parties are on June 17, July 15, August 12 and September 16-17. Adult tickets are $25, and youth (ages 7-17) tickets are $10. To see all of the musician lineups and food truck vendors for each of the parties this summer and to buy tickets, visit warnerparks.org. JONATHAN SIMS

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Musicians Corner Centennial Park Conservancy

One of Nashville’s most anticipated and beloved events in the heart of Music City is Musicians Corner at Centennial Park. Each summer, the Centennial Park Conservancy welcomes a phenomenal lineup of artists, both new and legendary. Concerts in the past have included Emmylou Harris, Chris Stapleton, The Blind Boys of Alabama and so many more. This year’s lineup features John Paul White, Adia Victoria, Tré Burt, the Nashville Symphony Orchestra and other familiar acts. While the shows are a celebration of Nashville’s music culture and are free, they’re also a fantastic way to help the Conservancy raise funds to continue its incredible improvements throughout the park by encouraging donations and auctioning memorabilia and experiences from the stars who also support Musicians Corner. Every concert is familyfriendly and offers activities and more at Kidsville.

And The MC Pub serves up beer, wine and cocktails for enjoying while listening to the music. Musicians Corner takes place from 5-9 p.m. on Fridays and from 12-6 p.m. on Saturdays in June. For more information and to see the upcoming lineups, visit musicianscornernashville.com. JONATHAN SIMS

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Out on the Farm The Ellington Agricultural Center offers a firsthand look at the history of farming and gardening in Tennessee As the story goes, in the 1950s, Oscar L. Farris, a longtime Davidson County extension agent, had filled the family barn with artifacts and collectibles related to farming and rural life, until his wife suggested he might find another spot for them. So, the idea for the Tennessee Agricultural Museum was born, says museum director Elaura Guttormson.

The museum was officially designated by the state legislature in 1959, but it would take decades to secure operating funds. It finally opened to the public in the early ‘80s. Many of the over 3,000 artifacts now on display came directly from Oscar’s collection. There’s a goat wagon, a larger covered wagon and a postal service delivery wagon from the early 1900s, just as free rural delivery was being offered in Tennessee. There are also farming tools from bygone eras and some of Oscar’s personal items.

“This is his World War I saddlebag and his dog tags,” says Elaura, pointing to a glass case.

“Just some really special pieces. He had a heart for all of this, so it’s fun. It really is.”

Housed in a large, white horse barn, the museum is just one of the highlights at the Ellington Agricultural Center situated on 207 acres at 440 Hogan Road in Nashville.

The center is home to various government agencies, including the Tennessee Department of Agriculture, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, the Tennessee Division of Forestry, and the Metro Nashville Police Horse Mounted Patrol. And while it is technically an office park, the beautiful grounds, gardens, hiking trails, historic buildings and museum attract visitors from all over.

There are events that are free and open to the public throughout the year. Coming up is Farm Fun Days, to be held on Saturdays, July 9 and 16, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be live music, farm animals, local vendors and a demonstration by the Horse Mounted Patrol.

Artisans, who will demonstrate skills such as candle making and weaving, will set up shop on the front porches of some of the cabins that dot the grounds, including a 19th-century dogtrot cabin. There is also a cabin that was constructed on the property according to historical specifications to replicate an early 20th-century schoolhouse.

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BACK TO NATURE Ellington Agricultural Center is an arboretum, which seems appropriate, considering the state’s topography. “Half our state is forested,” says Corinne. “Half of our department is forestry. While Music City is now often known for honky-tonks and bachelorette parties, much of Tennessee is rural. Agriculture in the state generates between $79 and $81 billion annually.” Ellington Agricultural Center, with its picturesque rolling hills, hiking trails and horse pastures, is the perfect summer reset — a 20-minute drive from downtown Nashville that feels worlds away.

A LITTLE HISTORY Originally, the property was a private estate owned by financier Rogers Caldwell.

The main residence, a stately 1927 mansion, is modeled after Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage, says Corinne Gould, assistant commissioner for public affairs for the Department of Agriculture. During the market crash of 1929, Rogers was caught in a scandal and lost the family home. The property was vacant until 1958, when former Commissioner of Agriculture Buford Ellington was elected governor and turned the private estate into the headquarters for the Department of Agriculture.

GARDEN VARIETY Other highlights include impressive gardens, such as the Iris Garden, maintained by the Middle Tennessee Iris Society. There’s also the Heirloom Garden, manned by the Master Gardeners of Davidson County, a nonprofit organization consisting of trained volunteers who work with the Extension Office and help maintain educational gardens throughout Davidson County. The Heirloom Garden is an especially popular attraction because it demonstrates the purpose of a kitchen garden for early settlers in Tennessee. Vegetables include Martha Washington asparagus and the Cherokee Trail of Tears beans.

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Swan Ball Underwriters’ Reception The unofficial countdown to the Swan Ball began on a balmy spring evening at the Underwriters’ Reception. Co-chairs Mary Catherine McClellan and Elizabeth McDonald joined host Janette Smith to put on the traditional thank you for the generous individuals and corporations supporting the Ball. Guests mixed and mingled in the loggia while nibbling on beef tenderloin crostini, smoked salmon on potato pancakes, Asian crab cakes, and tomato, bacon and Swiss croustades from Kristen Winston Catering.

Kaylee and David Wilson, Mae James

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Neon Nights at the Disco The Family & Children’s Service’s Honey Alexander Center was transformed with glitter and fluorescent colors for Neon Nights at the Disco. For the nonprofit’s first live event in three years, partiers channeled the ‘70s with festive attire and accessories, and Johnny Haffner looked back on the decade for inspiration for the menu. Before dancing all night to funk band Delicious, guests were treated to a first look — and taste — of the recently launched Elvis Whiskey and Elvis Rye.

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The Tennessee Titans partnered with Crew Aviation to help raise more than half a million dollars for childhood cancer research at the seventh annual Rally on the Runway. Before the event, the Rally Kids spent the day with honorary co-chairs Kevin and Clarke Byard, the girls were pampered at Parlour 3 with Clarke, and the boys had a day at Top Golf with Kevin. That evening, the kids modeled spring fashions from Dillard’s, performed songs and auctioned off their own artwork.

Co-chairs Mary Craven and Burney Dawkins and Johari and Lonnell Matthews planned a fun and whimsical evening at the main branch of the Nashville Public Library for the seventh annual Picnic With the Library, basing their theme on the colorful creations of the late children’s author Eric Carle. Guests enjoyed a delicious picnic supper by Chef ’s Market, along with cocktails, story time, face painting, balloon art, performances by Wishing Chair Productions’ Cinderella and more. One lucky patron won a private performance by the library’s Puppet Truck.

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Antiques Roadshow Meet-and-Greet The evening before the long-awaited taping of popular program Antiques Roadshow took place at Cheekwood, fans of the show — even those not lucky enough to get appraisal tickets — had the chance to meet the show’s producers and appraisers at a meet-and-greet hosted by Nashville Public Television. The casual gathering, held at East Nashville’s Center 615, also gave supporters a first chance to meet NPT’s new President and CEO, Becky Magura, who assumed the position in September 2021.

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Generous Helpings Generous Helpings, Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee’s most popular fundraiser, returned with the new format of simultaneous dinners across the city. Supporters had their choice of a three-course dinner, a welcome cocktail and select wines from one of the participating chefs and their restaurants: Tom Eckert at Chaatable, Deb Paquette and Jess Lambert at Etch, Sean Brock at Joyland, Chris Gass at Hathorne and Nina Singto at Thai Esane. Proceeds benefited Second Harvest’s mission of reducing hunger and food waste in Middle Tennessee.

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BREW AT THE ZOO JUNE 3

Calling all party animals! Brew at the Zoo, the Nashville Zoo’s popular adults-only, afterhours summer bash, promises to be bigger and better than ever. While strolling the pathways, attendees will encounter animal ambassadors, as well as more than 65 of Nashville’s favorite beverage purveyors tempting them with beer, wine, ciders and seltzers and a stellar lineup of food trucks dishing up tasty fare to keep revelers going long after the animals go to bed. nashvillezoo.org

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LEGACY BALL

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SWAN BALL JUNE 4

One of the South’s oldest and most venerable white-tie events returns to the Swan Lawn after a too-long two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. Co-chairs Mary Catherine McClellan and Elizabeth McDonald are keeping quiet about their plans, but rumor has it that partygoers can expect surprises galore. Renowned designer Ken Fulk is overseeing the look for the invitation-only evening at which Mish Tworkowski receives the Swan Award and Darius Rucker performs. swanball.com

This lively rooftop affair, co-hosted

by Jordan Vineyard & Winery CEO John Jordan and singer, songwriter and producer John Pardi, features rare 3-liter, 6-liter and 18-liter bottles of Jordan cabernet sauvignon and new-release Jordan wines.

Guests can also expect delicious pairings by local Nashville chefs, live music and surprise guests. The best part of the night is that all of the proceeds are going to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee. bgcmt.org/events

In celebration of 125 years of the R.H. Boyd Publishing Company, President and CEO LaDonna Boyd is hosting the Legacy Ball, a black-tie affair held at the Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown.

Attendees will enjoy a performance by Louis York, and the recipients of the R.H. Boyd Humanitarian, Service and Excellence Awards will be recognized. Proceeds go to the R.H. Boyd Family Endowment Fund, which provides scholarships and grants to university students and community organizations. rhboyd.com

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GILDA’S CLUB SONGWRITERS NIGHT JUNE 12

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West Nashville’s Fat Bottom Brewing is again the site for the fourth annual Songwriters Night benefiting Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee. This year’s headliner is Bowen Young, the husband-and-wife duo of Clare Bowen (aka Scarlett on Nashville) and Brandon Robert Young. They are joined by fellow singer-songwriters Jonathan Jackson (Scarlett’s ex-boyfriend Avery), Sean McConnell and Blessing Offor. Attendees can count on lots of great music and the stories behind the songs. gildasclubmiddletn.org

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OTHER NOTEWORTHY EVENTS June 4: Music Country Grand Prix (Saddle Up!) June 7: Stars for Second Harvest (Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee)

June 8: Michael W. Smith and Friends Clay Shoot (Rocketown) June 11: Opera on the Mountain (Nashville Opera) June 16: Eve of Janus Patrons Party (Nashville Tri Delta Alumnae) June 17-19: American Artisan Festival (American Artisan Festival) June 23: Noted: Songs, Sips and Stories (Renewed) For a full listing of upcoming events, visit calendar.nfocusmagazine.com.

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GREAT GRIEF The mother of a dear, real-life friend has died. All her Facebook friends are saying how sad they are because of her daughter’s loss and offering their condolences. I don’t do that. People who know how close I am to my friend — and how close I was to her mother, too — want to know why. I almost feel like I want to send out a Facebook post to join in the mourning. Should I? Do I have to explain? — Anonymous, Gallatin

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THE CHOSEN NAME Our first baby is scheduled to arrive in a couple of months. It’s going to be a boy, and my husband and I decided we wanted to give him a name that would be unusual but lovely. We found a woman online who gives ideas and advice on baby names. There was a charge, and she suggested Eithan.

We both like it a lot. Now, it turns out that a friend of ours, whose baby is due at about the same time, has announced that she’s also naming her little boy Eithan because she heard the name from us and she likes it. We’re insulted. I think I want to tell the mother how we feel. Tell me what to say, please. — Anonymous, Historic Belmont You can’t copyright a name. The other mother-to-be is jumping on your good choice — and your good money, too. So go ahead and ask her why she made the decision to snatch the lovely, slightly odd-ish name. (That was a clever move on her part.) There’s no way you can stop her, but the babies aren’t here yet. The two boys are unlikely to grow up side by side forever, even if they start out that way in prekindergarten. There’s unlikely to be any confusion when they make their applications for college or sign up for a mortgage. There are options, however. “Eithan” is a tad unusual. How do you plan to pronounce it once the baby’s here? “Ee-than” or “Eye-than”? You and the other mother may be able to make your peace over how to say the baby’s name. Either that or start making applications to separate pre-K’s right now.

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A Landmark Achievement Looking back at the history of the Centennial Art Center The Centennial Art Center celebrates its 50th anniversary of providing outstanding arts education this year, but the building’s history goes back much further. Originally built as a whites-only swimming complex in 1932, it played an important role in Nashville’s Civil Rights history. A new historic marker recognizes the desegregation efforts of the late Kwame Lillard and Matthew Walker Jr. and tells the story of how the pool was permanently closed when they attempted to swim there. In 1972, the abandoned structure became the city’s first adaptive reuse project when local architects Cooper and Warterfield rehabilitated it into an art gallery with gardens and artist studios. Now a vibrant and welcoming place, the Centennial Art Center has brought people together for 50 years, and it will serve as a source of inspiration for generations to come.

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