Brentwood, TN April 2023

The Explore Issue

ENTERTAINMENT

CLEAN COMEDIAN NATE BARGATZE

ARTS + CULTURE

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April 2023: Explore

We live in an efficiency and productivity-obsessed age. And I admit - I fall into the trap sometimes too. The trap of believing the only things worth doing are those for which I can make an exact calculation of the time, effort and investment it will cost me. The things that result in the highest level of control and least amount of uncertainty.

But the truth is -  that is really a sad and unfulfilling way to go through life.

We must leave some room for exploring, for trying new places and things, for being a beginner, even for getting lost. It is those times that are unstructured and open-ended where the space exists for connections to be made, friendships to be fostered and trust to be built.

In the last few months, I've really been analyzing my relationship with my kids, how our family operates as a unit and what we love spending our time doing. The way I made this more clear, was to first focus on the things that I don't love spending time on. For our family - it’s screens. For yours, it may be too many busy weeknights away from home or not enough dinners around the table together. But I've noticed that "adventures" and “exploration” doesn't even have to be something big and crazy. It can be playing a board game out on the patio, walking a new trail or going out to find a fun cookie place we've never been to before in a different part of town.

Our hope is that this issue encourages you to make room for exploration. To prioritize time away from the regular schedule of life. To lose yourself on a trail or in a book. To book that trip you’ve been thinking about, to make time for the things that matter most to you, but often come last on the calendar.

If April showers bring May flowers, make time to play in the rain!

Happy April!

April 2023

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National Geographic Photographer Presents Power Of Man's First Cave Art

Heritage Foundation of Williamson County’s Education and Preservation Department staffers hosted their first Warwick Lecture Series event for 2023 with Stephen Alvarez’ “The Art Beneath Our Feet: The journey to discovering the largest cave art in the Americas is here in the Southern United States.” What do those first artworks tell about humans? National Geographic photographer Stephen Alvarez went on a decadelong quest to understand art’s biological origins and how it connects past to present.

Photography Courtesy of Stephen Alvarez

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Congratulations Ravenwood High As 2023 History Bowl Winners

Ravenwood High School bowl team members took home the coveted Sarah Bayrd American History Bowl Trophy at the annual, countywide high school history contest hosted by Brentwood Historic Commission supporters. Second place went to Independence High School and third place to Brentwood High School. Pictured as winning team (L-R) are coaches Andy Elrod and Elizabeth Ballew, students Evan Hostetler, Jay Denery, Jack Herrmann and Johan Gigme, plus Principal Pam Vaden.

Puppygrams Are The Best

City of Brentwood employees personally support the Williamson County Animal Center's fundraiser every year so they can have a “puppygram” visit City Hall. The goal of the center's representatives is to inform citizens about shelter events and adoptable animals. They also host social media posts as an avenue for people to share comments, happy stories, pictures of their pets, lost and found animals and concerns.

Photography by City of Brentwood

Photography by City of Brentwood

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Registration For TACTEAM Challenge Is Free, T-shirts Provided

Brentwood Police Department Tactical Response Team members invite contestants to compete in the 2nd Annual TAC-TEAM Challenge, a fitness challenge comprised of five events that test physical capabilities and abilities to regulate/ recover to determine overall physical readiness scores. The event is May 13 at 9 a.m. Registration deadline is April 13 at 8 a.m.; limited to 30 competitors; prizes are awarded to the top two competitors of each division. Contact Sgt. Seth Young at seth. young@brentwoodtn.gov.

Photography by City of Brentwood

Heritage Foundation Calls For 2023 'Sites To Save' Nominations

Heritage Foundation of Williamson County members are accepting this year’s nominations for the group's preservation advocacy

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program, Sites to Save, until 11:59 p.m. on April 1. The program is comprised of identifying historic places that are vulnerable to demolition, development or neglect. To nominate an endangered historic place in Williamson County, visit  WilliamsonHeritage. org/Endangered-PlacesNomination . This year’s Sites to Save list will be revealed during Main Street Festival on April 22 at the Heritage Foundation’s main tent.

Maggie Park, PA-C, Joins Nashville Cosmetic Surgery

Maggie Park, PA-C, has joined Nashville Cosmetic Surgery as an aesthetics provider. With a background in dermatology and a passion for all things skincare, Maggie is the ideal person to work alongside Dr. Don Griffin to provide high-level and quality patient care, providing consultations and treatments on all non-surgical treatments including Lasers, Morpheus8, RF microneedling, injectibles and PRP treatment.

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Giving for Today and Tomorrow

Each community has its own unique identity, values and needs. The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee (CFMT), founded in 1991, leads the effort to collaborate with philanthropic donors and corporations to support their wishes and help match this giving spirit with nonprofit organizations in 40 counties in order to enhance individual communities.

“We have a direct line of communication with the nonprofits that are doing the

amazing work and providing such incredible services,” says Pat Lawson, its regional affiliates coordinator. “At the same time, we’re also in constant communication and have relationships with government officials and Chambers of Commerce to discover the needs of communities.” They are then able to bring all these groups together to have roundtable educational discussions with the goal of transitioning potential donors into actual donors.

MATCHING DONORS WITH NONPROFITS TO MAXIMIZE IMPACT IN OUR COMMUNITIES

GIVING BACK | LIFE + CULTURE

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One of the ways the foundation ensures donors’ trust and confidence is by having a set of criteria that the charities have to meet. “In order to be eligible to apply and receive a grant from one of our funds, they have to have been a 501(c)(3) for at least three years,” he says. “This is used as a delineation to make sure that they’re a thriving, sustainable nonprofit that’s going to be around long term.”

Pat wants to make sure it's understood that CFMT is not in competition with nonprofit organizations. “We very much encourage donors to continue their annual giving to the nonprofits and to the charities of their choice. What we want to do is maximize the services that are being rendered. By a donor partnering with us, they can be sure that their hard-earned dollars will be utilized to the maximum benefit.”

CFMT is a savings account, explains Pat, for community priorities. “Our endowment model is when you invest and/or you open up a fund through us, those dollars are utilized in long-term sustainable growth. That allows a simple donation or a simple initial fund to grow over time.”

For example, if someone gives $100 to their church every year, when that person passes away, so does that yearly donation. But if they were to set up a fund, that $100 could continue to grow and their philanthropic giving would then last for the life of that church.

There are different ways to accomplish a charitable goal through CFMT. “Say your grandmother is very interested in giving $100 to an animal shelter,” he says. “I would direct her to our Giving Matters platform. When she searches for animal shelters, those nonprofits will pop up. Then, there's a button that says ‘Donate,’ and that amount goes directly to that nonprofit.

“But again, this $100 can also be put into a fund so that her gift will continue to give over the life of the fund. She can easily search for a fund on our website that matches her interest.”

However, if grandma has a sudden windfall and wants to do something philanthropic and tax deductible, she could set up her own fund. “We offer low-cost administrative services and we handle all the back-office work, all the tax filings and the charitable donation letters of the 1,600 funds that we manage and support,” says Pat.

Every dollar makes a difference and when those resources are pooled together, it creates a bigger impact. This is why the beehive has become the symbol of the foundation. “To give an analogy on how our foundation works, one bee can't make honey by itself,” he says. “It takes the entire colony to go out and pollinate the flowers and then bring that pollination back to make honey. So, it takes a whole community to make those around us better.”

Last year, The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee awarded more than $2.8M in grants to organizations in 34 counties across Middle Tennessee. The average grant size was $6,431.

Here are just a few:

— Bridges Domestic Violence Center. To provide specific assistance to domestic violence victims in the form of prescriptions, physical and mental health care, diapers and certificate replacements.

— Friends of Williamson County Animal Center/Williamson Animal Services: To provide spay/neuter services for 750 community pets at no cost to owners who pre-qualify based on household income.

— Heritage Foundation of Williamson County: To produce a countywide Geographic Information System Historic and Cultural Resource Survey, which will digitally map and record all historic and cultural resources.

For the complete list of grant recipients, go to CFMT.org/Grants, and for more information on charitable giving with the foundation, visit CFMT.org

“One person can make a gift, but a community can make an impact.”

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When we began searching for an architect for HGTV Urban Oasis 2022, we wanted someone with fresh, modern ideas. We were introduced to Turner Binkley and couldn’t be more pleased with his work. Turner designed the home using a brilliant mix of modern elements and traditional style that perfectly celebrates the vibrant city of Nashville. The home is flooded with natural light from skylights throughout and features a studio-styled garage and deck for entertaining. Turner had so many creative ideas for the space and was incredibly easy to work with. We’d recommend him to anyone looking for a beautifully bold and refreshing take on residential design.

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explore local independent bookstores

ARTICLE BY MYRA MCENTIRE

If April showers haven’t yet led to May flowers, don’t despair. Nashville’s local independent bookstores offer stories aplenty to while away the time. Want to escape to a faraway shore or vicariously fall in love? Make a lifelong friend or scare the pants off yourself? These fine booksellers can offer personalized recommendations when you visit, so don’t delay, buy a book today!

Parnassus: Under the Stars

Parnassus:

“Parnassus Books is Nashville’s independent bookstore for independent people. Our shop was opened in 2011 by author Ann Patchett and her business partner, Karen Hayes. Ann took over as the sole owner in the summer of 2022 following Karen’s retirement. Parnassus stocks an extensive and exciting selection of books including fiction, non-fiction, children’s, young adult, and the arts. The store also boasts an extensive local author section. In Greek mythology, Mount Parnassus was the home of literature, learning, and music. We are Nashville’s Parnassus, providing a refuge for Nashvillians of all ages who share in our love of the written word.There’s always something new to discover at Parnassus. Explore our carefully curated shelves for your next favorite read, and pet one of our shop dogs while you’re at it! Our knowledgeable booksellers share their monthly recommendations over on our blog, Musing, where we also post author interviews and the ever-popular Shop Dog Diaries. We host 300+ events each year; you never know who might walk through our doors next. And these days, we’re actually more than just the one bookstore. We’re an airport bookshop, making sure travelers always have something to read via our Parnassus Books/ Hudson Booksellers co-branded store in the Nashville airport.”

- Sarah Arnold, Marketing and Communications Director

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Novelette:

“Novelette Booksellers is a vibey indie bookstore in the heart of East Nashville. We carry a little bit of everything: fiction, romance, sci-fi, fantasy, children’s to YA books, non-fiction, and graphic novels. Novelette is a community space dedicated to highlighting marginalized voices and providing a safe hatefree space for anyone in need. The bright aesthetics create a space for joy and silliness in a world that can sometimes feel heavy. Novelette believes in the power of the written word and how it can transform society, one page at a time.” - Jordan Tromblee and Deezy Violet, owners

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Novelette

Parnassus

The Bookshop

“The Bookshop opened in East Nashville in 2016. Owner Joelle Herr—who worked as a book editor for nearly two decades before then—thoughtfully researches, considers, and chooses each and every title on the shelves: ‘Yes, we have the popular, anticipated titles that readers are looking for, but we also offer unexpected, irresistible gems that most have never even heard of. In this day and age of online shopping, it’s so important to offer browsers the delight of exploration and discovery.’ Some of the genres in the 500-square-foot ‘nook for people who love beautiful books’ (our tagline) include cooking, memoir and biography, history, science and nature, music, childrens, and fiction.”

- Joelle Herr, owner

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I am extremely pleased.”

- Susan

Comedian Nate Bargatze

From Nashville to Hollywood and Back Again

ARTICLE BY MYRA MCENTIRE

PHOTOGRAPHY BY PRIME VIDEO

Nate Bargatze comes to us live, fresh from two big events. First, an appearance on James Corden alongside Jamie Lee Curtis. Second, a special engagement, career day at his daughter’s school. You might have missed buying tickets to his sold-out Bridgestone Arena tour stop on April 15, 2023, but you can catch him on Amazon with his latest show, Hello World, or right here, talking to Brentwood Lifestyle about his plans, his craft, and his family.

BL: THANKS, NATE, FOR TAKING THE TIME TO SPEAK WITH BRENTWOOD LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE. YOU GREW UP IN NASHVILLE. WHAT MADE YOU DECIDE TO LIVE HERE?

NB: Yes, I'm from Old Hickory. In 2003, I had a buddy who wanted to go to Second City [an improvisational theater troupe based in Chicago], and back then I was reading water meters in Mount Juliet. So I went, first to Chicago, and then to New York, and then to LA. I've been back for about seven years. I started touring a lot,

and it’s easier to tour out of Nashville. I can go to LA easily when needed.

BL: HOW DO YOU INCORPORATE BEING NASHVILLE-BASED INTO YOUR ACT WHEN TOURING TAKES YOU TO OTHER PLACES?

NB: I’ve always just done my act, that’s been the simplest way, and then you either see if the audience is going to come along or if they're not. People take jokes differently. In my first Amazon special, Hello World, I talk about being brought up Christian and not being allowed to watch certain movies. In the south, people get that part in a very relatable way because that's how a lot of them grew up. In other places, they kinda laugh at it instead of with it. It’s really about being authentically yourself. It’s the easiest approach to write and no one can take it away, because it’s essentially you. No one has your unique point of view, your essence, and the way you tell them is what makes the jokes work.

BL: DO YOU PREPARE DIFFERENTLY FOR YOUR EUROPEAN TOUR COMPARED TO YOUR AMERICAN TOUR?

NB: Not really. You can overthink what people are going to get and what they aren’t. Audiences are smart, so they’re gonna get it. I am nervous though! It's one thing to bomb at home. It's another thing to take it worldwide.

BL: WHAT DOES CREATING COMEDY LOOK LIKE?

NB: It’s 24 hours for me. Right now I'm building a new hour-long show, so I’m always observing. I think about it all day. Seinfeld said it’s like you’re watching yourself in situations, almost like you have a third eye that can look out for any ideas. [Once I have the ideas] I think about the order, and how I can get from one joke into another joke. Before a show I’ll write a set list so I can keep track of where I’m going, where are the new jokes and where it all fits in.  It doesn’t turn off. I’d love for it to turn off, but it doesn’t.

BL: DO YOU EVER HAVE TO COURSECORRECT IN THE MIDDLE OF AN ACT?

NB: Yes, comedians refer to it as a crowd feeling “tight” sometimes it's hard to get your rhythm because you end up telling your jokes faster, maybe they aren’t laughing as long, so you either have to speed it up or maybe you shorten jokes. You're just kind of in the moment figuring it out. Sometimes it’s me asking "why does it feel weird in here?" -  and that can save a show.

BL: HOW DO IN-PERSON HECKLERS DIFFER FROM INTERNET HECKLERS?

NB: Heckling in live shows does not happen as often as you might think, usually, everyone is watching the show. As for online, I try not to look at comments but it's very hard not to, and I have spurts where I won’t read anything and spurts where I’ll get in a spiral. Sometimes I look at criticism to see if there’s truth to any of it, and if there is, I try to answer that and better [my] self.  If someone says something that I think I want to respond to, the rule is to give it 24 hours, but you really never want to respond.

BL: YOUR COMEDY IS FAMILY-FRIENDLY. DO YOU HAVE ANY ASPIRATIONS TO HAVE YOUR OWN SITCOM?

NB: I've tried. I've actually sold a bunch of shows that haven’t been made. We even shot one pilot. Stand-up is what I do, so a sitcom would be like the cherry on top. I want to make an Everybody Loves Raymond or King of Queens or Seinfeld. I grew up on that stuff. Multi-cam shows with a live audience, like Night Court, are doing well right now, which could help.

BL: TELL READERS ABOUT THE NATELAND PODCAST YOU HOST WITH AARON WEBBER, BRIAN BATES, AND DUSTY SLAY.

NB: It started because of the pandemic, and I was not touring and so I did not want to lose being funny. It's like a muscle. If you're not being funny, you can get really sad, and then mentally you're not in the right space. You can’t watch too much news or be overwhelmed, otherwise, your brain can be very negative. We started the podcast to avoid that, and it’s going really really great. Because it’s clean comedy, many families listen together on long drives, and I like providing that.  We’ve met some of the kids who listen and that means a lot. It surprised me, that I like doing it so much.

BL: WITH ALL THE TRAVELING REQUIRED IN STAND-UP, HOW DO YOU MANAGE FAMILY TIME WITH YOUR WIFE AND DAUGHTER?

NB: I do a lot on weekends, so we have a bus, and the bus pulls up to the house and we load up. We plan more local trips where they can pop in.  They're busy, too. I am gone a lot, and so when I'm home, I'm at home the whole time.  My wife and daughter are going to Europe with me.  It’s all about balance. I actually just got home from Career Day.

BL: THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR TIME, NATE, AND BEST OF LUCK ON YOUR SOLDOUT BRIDGESTONE ARENA EVENT AND THE REST OF YOUR TOUR!

Find tour dates and follow Nate’s adventures here:  Website: natebargatze.com

Instagram: @natebargatze      Twitter: @natebargatze

“IT’S REALLY ABOUT BEING AUTHENTICALLY YOURSELF. IT’S THE EASIEST APPROACH TO WRITE AND NO ONE CAN TAKE IT AWAY, BECAUSE IT’S ESSENTIALLY YOU. NO ONE HAS YOUR UNIQUE POINT OF VIEW, YOUR ESSENCE, AND THE WAY YOU TELL THEM IS WHAT MAKES THE JOKES WORK.”

- NATE BARGATZE

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Check Out These Current Bathroom Design Trends

ARTICLE BY JULIE BROWN PATTON | PHOTOGRAPHY BY TARA CHARBONNEAU (DADO)

Gigantic tiles, water rooms, master tubs -- these features are extremely desirable by homeowners right now, reveals Dustin Carpenter, showroom manager for the Bath and Kitchen Idea Center by Winsupply of Franklin.

"Expanding bathrooms into multifunctioning water rooms is very popular because more people want spa-like experiences at home. We're installing gigantic showers with his/her sections, master tubs, steam, rain features, multiple shower heads and handheld heads to help with children, dogs and overall cleaning," Dustin explains.

"Huge, bold tiles measuring up to 4 feet by 4 feet also are the rage," he adds.

He says as more houses have become bigger over the last two years, homeowners want more usable space. "And because we're all spending so much time at home, we'd like to have more ways to relax and be calm."

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Winsupply Inc. works directly with DYI homeowners, as well as contractors, builders, plumbers and remodeling project managers, to secure proper supplies.

For installations, Dustin says they can recommend contractors for those who don't already have them. "As a full-concierge service company, we're happy to inform customers, share tips, provide options and suggest contractors matched by skills sets, personalities and preferences."

While Winsupply team members are up-to-speed regarding interior design trends, Dustin says whatever's ergonomically correct for each person's life and circumstances is the best way to go with projects.

Winsupply Showroom Hours:  Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Dustin suggests scheduling an appointment, so 30 to 90 minutes can be set aside by a Winsupply consultant, depending on the size of the project. The showroom is located at 100 Southeast Parkway.

"For remodeling projects, bring measurements and photos of the existing space. If it's for a new build, bring blueprints or the desired layout. Our consultants then will be able to guide product selections that will work best in the space to create dream bathrooms or kitchens," Dustin adds.

He says intent and knowing precisely how spaces are going to be used is an essential decision point for identifying the best, most relevant products and systems. He asks, "For example, are you trying to create an 'aging in place' bathroom for an in-law suite, or are you looking for a spa experience with an open concept bathroom?"

Lastly, Dustin says they don't mind at all if customers share inspiration from Pinterest boards, photos, blogs or magazine articles of spaces. "We're enthused about trying to match overall purposes and design preferences with the latest styles and trends from leading manufacturers."

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ARTICLE BY DELIA JO RAMSEY

Live Like Royalty At This Kentucky Castle

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ROAD TRIP TO KENTUCKY TO THIS HIDDEN GEM

Do you feel like you should have been born royalty? A flight to England might be out of the question for an overnight stay, but luckily there’s a truly unique place just up the road in Central Kentucky. And it's absolutely, fit for a king (or queen).

The Kentucky Castle is a one-of-a-kind road trip experience, located on over 100 acres in the town of Versailles, Kentucky. Eighteen guest accommodations await, including a Farm View Cabin and four Tower Suites.

Once guests enter the gates, they're instantly transformed by peaceful palatial grounds. And, nighttime provides a totally different experience, with breathtaking ambient glows of the towering castle.

Ways to explore the Kentucky Castle's grounds are endless — from murder mystery dinners and high tea to bourbon barrel art classes, castle rooftop yoga, plus castle and farm tours. The castle’s farm hosts animals, ample gardens, rolling pastures, an apiary and much more.

There’s also a spa on the property, offering personally tailored indulgences for self care. Book skincare experiences and facials plus massages, alongside other wellness and body treatments, and other enhancements.

The property's farm-to-table restaurant is Castle Farm. Here, the menus change seasonally based on what’s available in their on-premise gardens and via local suppliers.

“The Kentucky Castle is an iconic Kentucky landmark. Having sat empty for decades, our doors are now opened for the public to enjoy our boutique hotel, farm-to-table restaurant, spa, event center and working farm. Our staff treats every guests with unparalleled hospitality and we are always proud to showcase the best of what Central Kentucky has to offer.”

- Christie Eckerline Chief Operating Officer

Instagram: @thekentuckycastle

Website: thekentuckycastle.com

Not Your Dad's 'Architect'

ARTICLE BY ED ATLAS | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

Photo courtesy of Trace Construction in The Grove

Photo courtesy of Trace Construction in The Grove

Like so many others, Turner Binkley has fond childhood memories of tagging along with his father to the office. He would borrow colorful markers to create his own “renderings” while his dad, Ed Binkley, worked on a variety of new projects.

“My dad is a very talented architect,” says Binkley. “He was, and still is, a rockstar to me. When I was in fourth grade, he won a design competition for Habitat for Humanity and appeared on CBS This Morning with Bob Vila. I remember the teacher stopping class so we could watch him on TV.

“He’s done some big projects for Darden restaurants and designed homes for high-profile clients like Barry Bonds and Tiger Woods. Whenever there was a new restaurant opening or a big star was building a new house, he was the guy who made it come to life.”

Born in Nashville, Turner’s family moved to the Orlando area when he was three so that Ed could start a new job with a major national firm. His formative years coincided with the proliferation of computers at home and at school. “By the time I was in seventh grade, we were no longer learning to write in cursive; we were learning to work on computers,” he says.

Binkley entered the architectural arena at the age of 14 when his dad placed him under the supervision of a colleague. Despite his lack of experience, or maybe because of it, he was among the first in the firm to apply computer-aided design technology to a centuries-old craft.

“A new software application was introduced around 2005 and the firm tasked my father and myself with testing it to determine if it had any merit in the industry,” he says. “I took it home, and it was like a light switch was turned on. It started with shapes, then evolved into posting renderings on Instagram. It could make designs look like they were alive.”

The software was SketchUp, which now is as essential to the modern architect as drafting boards were to previous generations. But the old guys at the firm were not quick to embrace the new fad.

“There’s a saying that architecture is an old man’s game, and a lot of firms still struggle with {software} because of that,” says Binkley. “I was told it didn’t have a place in architecture, but I kept using it. Now it’s standard within the industry for 3D design and modeling.”

Binkley was so far ahead of the curve that his college architecture courses were behind it. Instructors would call on him for assistance. So with a large and lucrative professional portfolio already in hand, he made the decision to leave school. To be clear, Binkley is not an architect, because he lacks a formal degree. Rather, he likens himself to an athlete that left college early to turn pro.

“I got drafted as a sophomore into the big leagues,” he says. “Early on I met with big builders and high-profile developers and learned how numbers and design correlate with each other. It was a crash course in development.”

“Early on I met with big builders and high-profile developers and learned how numbers and design correlate with each other. It was a crash course in development.” — Turner Binkley

That led to stints with a variety of well-known firms and architects here and in Florida. By the time he was 21, he had worked with the developer and owner on the initial designs for what is now Harpeth Square in historic downtown Franklin. Binkley began working on that project, “when it was just a blank piece of land.”

“I am blessed to work with some notables such as Mark Mitchell at BSB Design, Greg Gamble of Gamble Design Collaborative, and Mike Hathaway of 906 Studio Architects, just to name a few,” says Binkley. “My point is not to drop names, but to point out that I’ve had some really good mentors. I embraced the traditional approach to learning architecture by apprenticeship under some very talented architects and designers.”

In 2019, he opened Binkley Designed, his first foray into running his own design firm. He’s teamed with Steven Edwards to create a small but powerful company that’s driven not by men in their 50s, but a group of “young guns” in their mid-30s with young families. They’ve designed hundreds of homes in developments like Troubadour, Oman, Governors Club, Kings Chapel, The Mill at Bond

Springs, The Grove, and Natures Landing. They’ve even done in-fills in Nashville and historic remodels in Franklin.

“While the majority of our designs reflect more contemporary and modern elements, we have worked on a wide range of styles that have been developed throughout our projects. Whether it’s a modern infill, or a historic remodel, our focus is on designing projects that will withstand the test of time, not just what is popular at the moment.

“We know what’s going on trend-wise throughout the country,” continues Binkley. “Architects are typically two years behind what we’re doing now. Steven is super talented and understands construction. I work on the creative side. We listen to the client and take notes so that we understand their thoughts and emotions and how that relates to their individual lifestyle.”

From there, it goes on paper, into the computer and is brought to life as they partner with many of the area’s leading builders. “We’re not out to conquer the world and that’s by design,” says Binkley. “We like operating from behind the curtain.”

Like father, like son.

BinkleyDesigned.com

Photo courtesy of Paul Nichol Photography for Carbine & Associates at Nature's Landing

Binkley Designed is a boutique, residential architectural design firm that has mastered projects ranging from custom homes, multi-family, mixed use, renovations, spec housing, show homes, and community development and planning. With beautifully bold and refreshing takes on residential design, Binkley Designed blends contemporary style with accents of a historical aesthetic to create homes that are original, timeless, comfortable, modern and distinctively regional.

TURNER BINKLEY

STEVEN EDWARDS

"We listen to the client and take notes so that we understand their thoughts and emotions and how that relates to their individual lifestyle.”

— Turner Binkley

EXPLORING EAST NASHVILLE

Where To Stay, Eat, Drink, And Play In The Ever-Changing Neighborhood

ARTICLE BY DELIA JO RAMSEY

A rapidly changing section of Music City, East Nashville may be recognized for its "hipster" vibes, ample new restaurants, and quaint aesthetic for those just passing through. But if you look a little further you’ll see something truly special — a neighborhood bonded by uniting time and time again to face tragedy and support each other.

East Nashville has many parts to its whole: with Historic Edgefield, Lockeland Springs, East End, and Greater East Nashville (including Highland Heights, Cleveland Park, McFerrin Park and Inglewood).

Waymore's Guest House & Casual Club

East Nashville is no stranger to tragedy. The Great Fire of 1916 destroyed over 500 houses and left over 2,500 people homeless. In 1933, a tornado made a rampage through town, tearing through three miles of homes, churches, schools, and stores. And sadly, that wasn’t the end of tornadoes for the neighborhood, as 1998 and 2020 also saw significant damage and loss of life.

Needless to say, the neighborhood has bonded and rebuilt despite getting knocked down more than once. There’s so much to explore about the East side of town, let’s start scratching the surface with a few local favorites, old and new.

WHERE TO STAY:

Even better than visiting for the day? Take a little staycation and fully immerse yourself in all things East Nashville.

New in town, Waymore's Guest House & Casual Club is a petfriendly 93-room boutique hotel located in the former Field House Jones building which was damaged in the 2020 tornado. Here, find fifteen stylish suite offerings alongside a slew of bunk rooms — all with floor-to-ceiling windows, walk-in showers, and

workspace with complimentary high-speed internet. There’s a ground-floor bar, cafe, restaurant, and retail plus a rooftop bar with views of the Nashville skyline. “Obscure and inventive, Waymore’s Guest House and Casual Club is an inviting space for all that will tie our love for hospitality with the principal culture of East Nashville,” said Waymore’s General Manager, Ousmane Diop. “Our primary goal is to embrace the history of what this neighborhood has represented for decades, while providing a home away from home for locals and out-of-towners alike to relax, gather and collaborate.”

An extremely quirky overnight option in East Nashville is the 20+ room  Dive Motel & Swim Club, the newest brainchild from the minds behind  Urban Cowboy, who design, own, and operate multifaceted hospitality brands in Brooklyn and Music City. The Dive is a hybrid motel, swim club, and dive bar. The renovation pulls out all the stops, a fun modern day interpretation of the rundown 1956 Key Motor Inn decked out in vintage 70’s wallpaper and throwback wood paneling. Find "Dive Radio" in rooms with 4 channels: sex, drugs, rock n roll, and sleep.

The Fox Bar & Cocktail Club Dino’s

Ever wanted to sleep inside a 115-year-old historic church?

Enter The Russell , an all-brick stunner built in 1904 that’s survived its share of poverty, illness, and natural disaster — but also has seen the East Nashville community rally and rebuild in the midst of hardship. With just 23 rooms unlike any other in a town popping with new hotel options, The Russell’s owners kept many of the church’s original features like stained glass windows, original brick walls, pews reimagined as headboards, and more. Most importantly, The Russell uses a portion of every night’s stay to support local homeless ministries. An average stay at the Russell provides 16 beds and warm meals at a local homeless shelter.

WHERE TO SIP:

Lucky for East Nashvillians, the neighborhood has some of the best bars in the country, literally. Four top haunts for alcoholic beverages on the East side are Attaboy, Chopper Tiki , The Fox , and Pearl Diver. For beer aficionados, check out Southern Grist , Smith & Lentz (the pizza!), and Living Waters Brewing . For caffeine stimulation, East Nashville has a wide array of options. Retrograde , Elegy, Slow Hand , Flora & Fauna , Barista Parlor, and Bongo East are just a few.

The Russell

WHERE TO EAT:

East Nashville is one of the best districts in the city for dining out, and that’s not a new trait. From the original location of Prince’s (now flocked south) to still-standing Bolton’s Spicy Chicken & Fish to newer staples like Sean Brock’s stunning flagship restaurants, Audrey and June , these dining destinations have helped put Music City on the culinary map, worldwide. In the morning hours, locals have long gathered at Nashville Biscuit House for classic breakfasts, while those in search of breakfast tacos (and a stellar burger) find happiness at Redheaded Stranger. Find Tex-Czech kolaches at strip-mall spot Yeast Nashville or hip (and tasty) cookies at HiFi Cookies . Only open on Friday through Sunday from 9am to 2pm, Shugga Hi Cafe is a black-owned, women-owned restaurant serving up homestyle vibes and comfort food (think juicy chicken and waffles alongside a standout Sunday brunch buffet) with unmatched Southern hospitality.  Meanwhile, a few of my favorite spots for dinner: Butcher & Bee , Pelican & Pig , Xiao Bao, Peninsula , and the Maiz de la Vida truck at Chopper Tiki. Late night prowlers love long-time watering hole Dino's for a proper diner burger.

WHAT TO DO:

Music, of course, might be top of mind when exploring any part of Nashville. Longstanding local destination The Basement East is yet another shining example of strength and rebuilding — its iconic “I believe in Nashville” mural damaged from the tornado is top of mine for many remembering the storms of 2020. You can also catch a show at the 5 Spot or Jane’s Hideaway — which recently relocated to the East Side. There are also several local parks and a great Farmers Market, plus arcade/bar options for gamers.

Those looking for small boutique shopping will find plenty in East Nashville. Apple and Oak , the East Nashville Crystal Store , and Nelson’s Drum Shop offer a little something for everyone looking for a unique find or even a Nashville souvenir for a visiting friend. Abode Mercantile , Jerry's Artarama , Tabla Rosa Toys , Bookshop, Welcome Home , and Gift Horse are a few other local favorites, ripe for exploring.

Pelican & Pig

Elegy Coffee East has a walk-up coffee window and pet-friendly patio

Landscaping Can Increase Home Values

'Tis

The Season To Make Houses Look, Feel All Their Own

ARTICLE BY JULIE BROWN PATTON | PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOAQUIN RODRIGUEZ MEDIA

Innovative landscape thinking and craftsmanship, meshed with quality customer service, is the promise of the Willow Branch Landscapes' team. Russell Marino Jr., Willow Branch owner and president, says they've already been busy this spring executing creative approaches in home landscaping and outdoor living.

"We design projects that capture each of our customers' personalities, while complimenting the interior design, exterior style and overall character of homes as well as their neighborhood settings. We create beautiful, inviting and functional outdoor living areas," Russell says.

Willow Branch Landscapes is a full-service design and landscape construction company serving Brentwood and Middle Tennessee, confirms Russell. Since the business was founded more than a decade ago, he says they've shared tips with customers based on their continuing education and love for the outdoors.

The company presently handles a robust spectrum of landscape, outdoor living, irrigation and lighting projects.

Aaron Gunter, Willow Branch chief operating officer, says they've currently noticed the following handful of trends in outdoor living and landscape designs within requests from their clients:

1. More classic landscapes, intentionally done in green and white colors via plants and florals. "Clients recently are preferring clean, fresh looks."

2. Low maintenance landscaping that still yields contemporary, simplistic clean lines, paired with earthy tones in the hardscape elements.

3. Particularly with new construction, custom landscapes that match well with the elevations of houses. "New build sites are blank canvases, and we have a full design department with specialists who can provide 3D renderings and other unique styles that benefit each client."

4. In hardscaping, such as for pavers and patios, really large stones are popular. "Custom bluestones or flagstones as big as 3-by-5 feet are being requested and applied."

5. Likely to be a shift away from the type of landscaping plants that got flash-frozen in December 2022's frigid winter storm to more hardy plant and tree selections. "We've never seen anything in our market before like what happened right before Christmas, when the temperature suddenly dropped from the low 50s to subzero temps, all within 8 to 10 hours. Many established landscapes got burned back and died. I think the damaging results of that particular storm weather will have impacts on how we design landscapes this year and what clients will want to have."

Aaron says more than 80% of the vegetation, trees, shrubs and plants they incorporate into their designs is grown and sourced from regional nurseries. "We're fortunate that our area has so many great nurseries," he adds, given that climate and soil conditions typically combine to offer near-perfect growing environments in neighboring Tennessee counties.

This landscape company also gives back to local communities in a variety of ways. For the second year in a row, the Willow Branch Landscaping team designed and installed the landscaping for the "I Am Home" giveaway/raffle house built and donated by Willow Branch Homes. Proceeds from the tickets sold for chances to win this beautiful home in the Canterbury community of Thompsons Station benefit Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. The winner of the house is scheduled to be announced on April 14.

Last year's ticket sales for this generous fundraiser raised more than $650,000.

Additionally, the Willow Branch Landscapes' team is donating the landscaping to the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway, a community service project to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. That house, built by Signature Homes in College Grove, will be given away on June 25. This is the 19th Annual St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway in Nashville.

615.790.8931

WillowBranchLandscapes.com

Spring is here -- it's a perfect time to consult with, or get irrigation start-ups handled by, this full-service landscaping company based from Spring Hill. They build outdoor kitchens, patios and pavers, too.

1100 ATHENA COURT, FRANKLIN, TN. 37069 | BEDS: 5 | BATHS: 6 | SQFT: 5180 | $2,899,000

Nestled within the heart of Franklin’s picturesque equestrian countryside, is a casually elegant home designed for today’s living! Fully integrated “smart home” features a bright & open floor plan, vaulted, tray & beamed ceilings, custom lighting & gorgeous architectural details. Work from home in a private office complete w/1st of 4 fireplaces. Entertain in the expansive kitchen featuring oversized quartz island & luxury appliances open to a beamed keeping room w/cozy fireplace & large great rm, both overlooking a charming screen porch w/center stone fireplace & barn doors leading to a stunning resort style backyard w/entertaining gazebo, outdoor kitchen, sound, fire feature & saltwater pool! Spa like primary & guest suites on the main, 3 ensuites, media+ game rm w/wet bar up. WOW!

6205 LYNCH LANE, COLLEGE GROVE, TN 37046 | BEDS: 4 | BATHS: 4.5 | SQFT: 5328

Custom built by Legend Homes to take full advantage of the 18th Fairway view, this gorgeous property is a true WOW! Designed with entertaining in mind, buyers will absolutely love the amazing first floor spaces! From the light filled dining room with adjacent bar, through to the great room featuring built ins and cozy fireplace, leading through french doors to the GORGEOUS keeping room, complete with 2nd fireplace and floor to ceiling windows all overlooking a charming backyard with outdoor kitchen… and of course the 18th tee! After dinner on the patio, tempt guests with desert around a huge custom island in the home’s luxury kitchen or treat them to a screening of the latest blockbuster in a rarely found first floor media room! When the evening is over, out of town friends and family can retire to the 1st floor guest suite or head upstairs where they will find 2 additional guest suites and a game room for late night fun… while you head to your large primary suite with spa like bath… for the perfect ending to the perfect day! Live every day like you are on vacation at The Grove a Greg Norman 18 hole Signature Course. three pools, five tennis courts, fitness center, state of the art spa, casual and fine dining, gated, fishing village, coffee shop, and equestrian center.

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1st Wild Ginger

2nd Koi Sushi and Thai

3rd Peter's Sushi and Thai

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1st Five Daughters Bakery

2nd Merridee's Breadbasket

3rd Triple Crown Bakery

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1st Martin's BBQ

2nd Puckett's Gro. & Restaurant

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3rd CoreLife Eatery

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1st Frothy Monkey

2nd The Coffee House @ Second and Bridge

3rd High Brow Coffee + Tea

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1st Chick-fil-A of South Franklin

2nd Tito’s/Pueblo Real Mexican Restaurant

3rd Franklin Chop House

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1st Sperry’s Restaurant

2nd Cork and Cow

3rd Red Pony Restaurant

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2nd Herban Market

3rd Franklin Juice Bar

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1st Big Shake’s Hot Chicken

2nd Party Fowl

3rd Bishop’s Meat & Three

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1st Tito’s/Pueblo Real Mexican Restaurants

2nd Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant- Franklin Location

3rd Mojo’s Tacos

BEST PIZZA

1st Mellow Mushroom

2nd Sal's Family Pizza

3rd Nashville Pizza Company

BEST SWEETS SHOP

1st Kilwins

2nd Tiny Little Donuts

3rd Whit's Frozen Custard-Berry Farms

Coffee House at 2nd & Bridge /Photo by Aubri Poff

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1st Leiper's Creek Gallery

2nd Gallery 202

3rd David Arms Gallery

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1st Jonathan’s Grille

2nd O' Be Joyful

3rd Tony's Eat & Drink

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1st Main Street Festival

2nd Dicken's of a Christmas

3rd The Buttercup Festival

BEST ENTERTAINMENT ACTIVITY

1st Franklin Family Entertainment Center

2nd Franklin Walking Tours

3rd Third Coast Clay

BEST EVENT VENUE

1st The Factory at Franklin

2nd Franklin Theatre

3rd FirstBank Amphitheater

BEST FUNDRAISER/CHARITY EVENT

1st GraceWorks Ministries Turkey Trot

2nd Wine Down Main Street

3rd Franktown Festival of Lights

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1st Westhaven Golf Club

2nd Legends Club

3rd The Governors Club

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1st Leiper’s Fork Distillery, LLC

2nd Mill Creek Brewing Co.

3rd Franklin Distillery

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1st Deer Run Camps & Retreats

2nd Williamson County Parks and Rec

3rd Act Too Players School of Music & Theatre

BEST THEATRE COMPANY

1st Williamson County Performing Arts Center

at Academy Park

2nd Pull-Tight Theatre

3rd Studio Tenn Theatre Company

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1st Arrington Vineyards

2nd Historic Carnton Plantation

3rd Franklin Farmer’s Market

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1st Williamson County Parks and Rec

2nd Act Too Players School of Music & Theatre

3rd ROOTS Academy

Dickens

BEST YOUTH ATHLETIC PROGRAM

1st Williamson County Parks and Rec

2nd Williamson County Soccer Association

3rd Let It Shine Gymnastics

BEST APARTMENT LIVING

1st Dwell at McEwen Apartments

2nd McEwen Northside Signature Apartments

3rd Tapestry at Brentwood

of a Christmas Festival

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Franklin Theatre / Photo courtesy of Visit Franklin

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The Harpeth Hotel / Photo courtesy of Visit Franklin

BEST INDOOR HOME SERVICES

1st Franklin Pest Control LLC

2nd Holly Thompson Homes

3rd 7.0 Blinds & Shutters LLC

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1st Williams Insurance Group

2nd Irvin Dyal and Brown Ins

3rd Stewart Insurance Group

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1st ONYX + ALABASTER

2nd Paige Williams Interior Design

3rd Lisa Thompson Designs

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1st GriffithLaw

2nd Hartzog & Silva, PLLC

3rd Stites & Harbison, PLLC

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1st Nice Branding Agency

2nd Mill Creek Creative

3rd Full Cycle Marketing

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1st Embers Grill and Fireplace Store

2nd Blake Shelton Landscaping

3rd Mike Hayes & Associates

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1st The Farm at Natchez Trace

2nd My Second Home

3rd Bubbles & Bows Dog Grooming

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1st Evin Photography

2nd Boulay Photography

3rd Andrea Farmer Photography

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1st Lee Company

2nd Don Wood Plumbing Co

3rd Dixon Plumbing Company LLC

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1st Battle Ground Academy

2nd Saint Matthew School

3rd Brentwood Academy

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1st Parks Realty

2nd Keller Williams Realty

3rd Benchmark Realty LLC

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1st Erynn Lavagnino, Realtor

2nd Elizabeth Leanza, Synergy Realty

3rd Brandon Hannah Properties

BEST ROOFING COMPANY

1st Superior Roofing LLC

2nd Five Points Roofing

3rd Tennessee Roofing Concepts

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1st NHC Place, Cool Springs

2nd Morning Pointe of Franklin Senior Living

3rd Fountains of Franklin

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1st T-Square Engineering and Surveying

2nd Franklin Sign Co

3rd Jimmys Cleaners

BEST TRAVEL AGENCY

1st Franklin Travel

2nd JK Mouse Travel

3rd MK Luxury Travel

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Photo courtesy of Visit Franklin

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1st Johnson Audiology

2nd Vanderbilt Audiology in Franklin

3rd Otolaryngology Associates of Tennessee (OAT)

BEST CHIROPRACTIC PRACTICE

1st Cool Springs Chiropractic

2nd Mason Chiropractic Health + Wellness

3rd Elite Chiropractic & Wellness Center

BEST COSMETIC SURGEON

1st Cool Springs Plastic Surgery

2nd Franklin Skin and Laser

3rd Mary Lynn Moran, M.D. Facial Plastic Surgery and Medspa

BEST DENTAL PRACTICE

1st Rachel Oates Family Dental

2nd Berry Farms Dental

3rd Aspen Grove Dental Associates

BEST DERMATOLOGY PRACTICE

1st Franklin Dermatology Group

2nd Heritage Medical Associates Dermatology

3rd Vanderbilt Dermatology Franklin

BEST EYE CARE PRACTICE

1st Cool Springs Eyecare

2nd Aspen Grove Vision Source PLLC Dr. William L. Jones

3rd Berry Farms EyeCare, PLLC

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1st Williamson Medical Center

2nd Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee

3rd Wild & Well A Wellness Emporium

BEST INTEGRATIVE & FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

1st Integrative Family Medicine

2nd Nashville Osteopathic and Integrative Medicine, PLLC

3rd The McMurray Clinic

BEST ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE

1st Cox Orthodontics

2nd Kemp and Rice Orthodontics

3rd Fowler Orthodontics

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1st Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee

2nd Elite Sports Medicine + Orthopedics

3rd Vanderbilt Health — Orthopedics

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1st Pediatric Dental Care “Dr. Buzz”

2nd Franklin Pediatric Dentistry

3rd Brentwood Pediatric Dentistry

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1st Harpeth Pediatrics

2nd Pediatric Associates of Franklin

3rd Brentwood Children’s Clinic

BEST PHYSICAL THERAPY

1st STAR Physical Therapy

2nd Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee

3rd Results Physiotherapy

BEST THERAPY OR COUNSELING SERVICES

1st Mercy Community Healthcare

2nd Brentwood Counseling Associates

3rd Polly Douse, MMFT with Therco, LLC

BEST VETERINARY PRACTICE

1st Williamson County Animal Hospital

2nd Animalia Health & Wellness

3rd Dr Foster’s Mobile Pet Clinic

BEST WOMEN'S HEALTH SERVICES

1st Vanderbilt Franklin Women’s Center

2nd Women’s Group of Franklin

3rd Bridges Domestic Violence Center

BEST BARBER SHOP

1st Uncle Classic Barbershop

2nd Scout’s Barbershop

3rd Flynn & Company Barbershop

BEST DAY SPA/WELLNESS CENTER

1st A Moment’s Peace Salon & Day Spa

2nd Pure Sweat + Float Studio

3rd LifeSpa at Life Time Athletic

BEST FITNESS FACILITY

1st Williamson County Parks and Rec

2nd TrueForm Fitness: A Lagree Studio

3rd Orangetheory Fitness Franklin

BEST FITNESS STUDIO (BOUTIQUE)

1st Burn Boot Camp Franklin

2nd TrueForm Fitness: A Lagree Studio

3rd F45 Franklin Cool Springs

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1st Artistry SALONsouth

2nd A Moment’s Peace Salon & Day Spa

3rd Studio Gaven hair colour

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1st A Moment’s Peace Salon & Day Spa

2nd Franklin Massage Center

3rd Cool Springs Chiropractic:

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1st A Moment’s Peace Salon & Day Spa

2nd Cool Springs Plastic Surgery

3rd Pinup Skin Spa

BEST NAIL SALON

1st A Moment’s Peace Salon & Day Spa

2nd Noire The Nail Bar

3rd Deluxe Nails and Spa

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events

A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

15th Annual Governor's Volunteer Stars Awards

FRANKLIN MARRIOTT COOL SPRINGS | 12:30 PM

The Governor's Volunteer Stars Awards is an initiative from Volunteer Tennessee that seeks to recognize outstanding volunteers from each of Tennessee's 95 counties. Those named 2022 Governor's Volunteer Stars will gather in Franklin, TN to honor and celebrate volunteerism in Tennessee.

Spring Pop-Up Market at Bloomsbury Farm

BLOOMSBURY FARM, 9398 DEL THOMAS RD, SMYRNA | 12:00 PM

The popular 12 South Farmers Market celebrates the start of a new season with its annual Spring Pop-Up Market with Bloomsbury Farms! Enjoy live music, food trucks, farm tours, local vendors, and more! Free admission & parking - family & pet friendly!

Easter Bunny Express Excursion Train

TENNESSEE CENTRAL RAILWAY MUSEUM | 10:00 AM

Come ride with the Easter Bunny on a restored classic streamlined stainless steel passenger train! On this 90-mile round trip the Easter Bunny will make visits to each car so bring your cameras! During the layover in Watertown, there will be Easter Egg Hunts and then visit the restaurants for lunch and shop the stores around the square.

Easter Egg Hunt

JOHN P. HOLT BRENTWOOD LIBRARY, 8109 CONCORD RD, BRENTWOOD | 1:00 PM

Join other neighbors and friends at the Brentwood Library for a festive city-wide Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 8.

Nashville Exotic Pet Expo

THE NASHVILLE FAIRGROUNDS

The nonprofit Nashville Exotic Pet Club finally returns with their exotic pet show/sales this Spring with exhibitors and vendors of all Tennessee legal exotic pets - sales, exhibits, adoptions, educational talks and all related supplies.

East Nashville Beer Festival (presented by M.L. Craft Beer & Burgers)

EAST PARK, 700 WOODLAND STREET, EAST NASHVILLE | 12:00 PM

Grab your tickets and head to East Nashville to celebrate the 12th year of ENBF, presented by M.L. Craft Beer & Burgers. General admission ($65) includes entry to the festival, tasting glass, drinking/rinse water, and unlimited beer samples from over 30 popular breweries.

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2023 Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival

PUBLIC SQUARE NASHVILLE | 9:30 AM

The Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival is free and open to the public, no tickets required. This is Tennessee's premiere Japanese cultural festival with music and dance performances, cultural and martial arts demonstrations, and plenty of art, anime merch, and food vendors.

Goat Yoga Nashville: Spring Has Sprung

GOAT YOGA NASHVILLE, 2626 YORK ROAD, NOLENSVILLE | 10:30 AM

Spring has sprung, y'all!  What's better than a Goat Yoga Nashville class, in April, on the farm complete with beautiful spring scenery and sweet baby goats? Goat Yoga Nashville has been seen on the CMA’s, CMT, Pickler & Ben, & more. All ages are welcome, although, Goat Yoga may not be suitable for children under 8.

St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Nashville

RACE START RETURNS TO 8TH AND BROADWAY WITH THE FINISH LINE AT NISSAN STADIUM

For 11 events, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital® is the official benefiting charity partner of the St. Jude Rock ‘n‘ Roll Running Series. Because of the generous support of the Nashville community, people across the country benefit from St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, who leads the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases.

Spring Into Fashion (Benefitting Healing Housing)

HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH: PARISH HALL | 6:00 PM

On Thursday, April 20, head to Holy Family Catholic Church Parish Hall for a fashion show styled by Effortless Style featuring looks from Dillard's Cool Springs. The event will also feature cocktails, mocktails, light bites, photo booth, and silent auction. The night benefits Healing Housing - a recovery program serving women with limited resources who are healing from addiction.

Meet the Astronomer Talk + Telescope Viewing

VANDERBILT DYER OBSERVATORY 1000 OMAN DRIVE, BRENTWOOD | 7:00 PM

An extraordinary storyteller and popular speaker, Vanderbilt's Dr. David Weintraub, will discuss his newest book The Sky Is for Everyone, which is a collection of autobiographical essays by women from twenty different countries who broke down barriers and changed the face of modern astronomy. This talk includes Q&A. Telescope viewings follow when weather permits. (Recommended for ages 12 and up.)

Author Event with Laura Dern and Diane Ladd

HARPETH HALL SCHOOL'S FRANCES BOND DAVIS THEATER | 7:00 PM

Parnassus Books and Harpeth Hall are thrilled to present Laura Dern and Diane Ladd to celebrate their new book, Honey, Baby, Mine. This ticketed event and conversation will be moderated by Reese Witherspoon. Each ticket is $34.00 and includes one general admission seat and one signed copy of Honey, Baby, Mine.

Sleep Inside, Outside

It’s always magical to spend a night sleeping under the stars. In decades past, adventure seekers have packed the SUV or camper with tents and gear for ‘roughin’ it’ in the great outdoors. But the swanky and exploding category of luxury outdoor hotel is something to investigate for an unforgettable, next-level experience.

For those who prefer glamping rather than pitching their own tent fireside, here are a few options that incorporate sweeping views and a unique opportunity for travelers to be more authentically embedded in the landscape of the place they’re visiting. These resorts have bucket list-worthy rooms that capture the best of both the luxury resort experience and the outdoors.

Whether you crave the dry heat of the remote Utah desert or the luminous beauty of the Northern Lights, we’ve curated a short list of some places you *must* check out.

Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort, Finland

These arctic igloos make Urho Kekkonen National Park look like a dreamy winter wonderland. Snuggle up inside the glassroofed globe and watch the dancing northern lights overhead. Get immersed in the world of northern lights, midnight sun and other miracles of this world-renowned arctic resort. Just bundle up before stepping outside – temperatures can drop to -22 degrees!

Pacuare Lodge, Costa Rica

This jungle hideaway is so out there, you have to whitewater raft down a river or ride a gondola to get there. A network of hanging bridges connect the villas, which have thatched roofs, plantation teak wood floors, rattan furniture and private plunge pools. In the evening, zip 400 feet down a cable for a meal at the Nest, a platform at the top of a ceiba tree, then take a night-time stroll along romantic pathways lit by candles and lanterns.

Amangiri, Utah

In southern Utah, Amangiri is a five star resort perfect for an adventurous weekend in the desert. However, it is the simple rooms built to emphasize the beauty of Canyon Point that truly make it an incredible place to stay. Each suite has an outdoor lounge and fireplace with private pools or rooftop terraces available too. Don’t miss a dip in the ‘gram-worthy pool, which wraps around the landscape’s curved dunes and arid plateaus.

3 Incredible places to (literally) sleep under the stars

Photography by Pacuare Lodge

Photography by Amangiri, USA

Photography by Valtteri Hirvonen