Franklin, TN March 2018

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

MARCH 2018 PUBLISHER

Jon Golczynski | Jon.Golczynski@LifestylePubs.com Christian Houston | Christian.Houston@LifestylePubs.com MANAGING EDITOR

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Dear readers, CHARLES DICKENS SAID, "IT WAS ONE OF THOSE MARCH DAYS WHEN THE SUN SHINES HOT AND THE WIND BLOWS COLD: WHEN IT IS SUMMER IN THE LIGHT, AND WINTER IN THE SHADE." It is a mysterious month, no doubt. So while we wait with bated breath for spring

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So whether your home is where your sanctuary is, your family is or even where your

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to arrive and winter to end, we at Franklin Lifestyle are sharing our beloved Home issue. Home often means stability, and in this crazy month of March, we look for the things that offer us stability. For us here at Franklin Lifestyle, home offers us that and more. Home is where the heart is, and it's where we get to share

work is, we hope you find a piece of heart and stability here in this month's issue.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MARCH 2018

FEATURES 20 Make Your Guest Room Hotel-Worthy Uniik Company’s Dia and Nicky Mukerji Share Their Tips

26 Renovate & Refine Kidd Epps Art Shop is Helping Create Beautiful Spaces

44 Mindi Clayton’s Hometown Dish Salad Guru Shares Easy, Healthy Salad for Mealtime

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50 Get Your ‘Green’ Drink On Swap Green Beer for One of These Four St. Patrick’s Day Recipes

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DEPARTMENTS

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Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

20 Open House 34 Artist’s Palette 40 DIY 44 Culinary Creations 46 Our Contributors 47 Realty Report 48 Lifestyle Calendar 50 Parting THoughts

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1. Author William Franklin Andrews and illustrator Hannah Andrews

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AROUND TOWN

WILLIAMSON COUNTY FAIR EARNS INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION The International Association of Fairs and Expositions

(IAFE)

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The Lotz House unveiled its newest Matilda

first-place

Lotz painting, an oil and canvas depiction of a

awards among 282 entries to the Williamson County

dog. Lotz created the painting of a dog while

Fair in the Competitive Exhibits contest. Several of

she was studying in Paris at the age of 21. This

the winning exhibits were featured in the new 4-H

piece is the eighth original Matilda Lotz paint-

& Youth Village area at the 2017 fair, including the

ing on display at the home. A foundation mem-

Robotics Challenge that won for Participatory

ber purchased the damaged Lotz painting 18

Contest, the 3-D Rocket Challenge for New or

months ago. After several donations from Lotz

Unique Contest to Attract New Competitive

House supporters across the world, the paint-

Exhibitors, and the Farm Eggs Display for

ing was repaired. It will be on display in the

Competitive Exhibit Display Photo Series. Other

entryway of the Lotz House and can be seen on

first-place awards included Single Photo of a

tours of the home.

General Display (Non-Animal) for the Veteran’s

The Lotz House, which has been on the

Wall Display, themed Country Pride, County Wide,

National Register of Historic Places since 1976,

and the Ruminant Digestive Display for the General

is located at the epicenter of the Battle of

Display Photo Series (Non-Animal) category. The

Franklin, which was a pivotal battle in the Civil

Williamson County Fair will mark its 14th year in

War on November 30, 1864. Matilda Lotz was

2018 and will be held from August 3-11. For more

only 6 years old at the time of the war but went

information, visit WilliamsonCountyFair.org.

on to become a renowned oil painter and ani-

NEW TUTORING SERVICE LAUNCHES IN FRANKLIN Thrive Tutoring is a high-end, boutique-style academic service offering private, in-home tutoring and

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LOTZ HOUSE ANNOUNCES NEWEST MATILDA LOTZ ORIGINAL PAINTING

mal portrait artist. For more information, visit LotzHouse.com.

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education leader Katy Schmitt. Thrive's services are

ends and faithful Best Buddies supporters will

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their services for free to students in need. Learn more

ship and great food and drink can be purchased

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Make Your Guest Room Hotel-Worthy UNIIK COMPANY'S DIA AND NICKY MUKERJI SHARE THEIR TIPS ARTICLE MARIA DINOIA | PHOTOGRAPHY MANAN JOBALIA

UNIIK COMPANY WAS BORN AFTER A CONVERSATION

I said to him, 'Either we start saying no to clients and new business,

BETWEEN TWO SISTERS WHO GREW UP IN THE TEXTILE

or, if the time is right to expand, I need your help."

INDUSTRY IN BOMBAY, INDIA. Having lived in the United States

Together they agree that it was one of the best decisions they ever made.

since 2003, one of them wondered why the fabrics here were not

Uniik retains its Indian presence with multiple fabric mills located

nearly as pretty or as high quality as they were in India. From that

in Gujarat, which generate more than 100,000 yards of fabric every

simple thought, a residential design business providing window

month. Today the company thrives, not only in design but also in proj-

treatments and bedding solutions was born. But that was then.

ect management and fulfillment, managing more than 50 projects at

Multiple residential projects eventually lead to expanding into hos-

one time. They've become a one-stop shop from design conception

pitality and commercial design for corporate hotel brands, boutique

to execution and are known for their custom designs as 80 percent

hotels and commercial enterprises.

of their projects are custom. Additionally, in a conscious effort to

Dia Mukerji, co-owner of Uniik with her husband, Nicky, started

spread the work among the local community they love and are a part

the company with an eye on flexibility as she had two small children

of, Uniik partners with multiple Tennessee-based teams to provide

at home. She started small with local exhibitions and the Nashville

millwork, quartz, etc., and has developed strong partnerships with

Home Show. One of her residential clients admired her work so

local manufacturers to help them compete with overseas vendors.

much that she wanted Dia to come up with a design for her hus-

It’s always fun to play host to houseguests. But you probably don’t

band's hotel. And the rest is history. It was never really the couple's

spend much time in the room or the space you set aside for your

intention to start a design firm—they intended to create more of

guests, so that leaves some lingering questions. Will guests feel wel-

a product firm. Referrals and word of mouth grew the company

come in this space? Will they feel comfortable? Is your space inviting?

quickly, and Dia asked her husband to leave his six-figure technology

One of the more inviting places to rest your head is a hotel. With Wi-Fi,

job to help her manage Uniik's rapid growth.

extra toiletries, snacks, blackout curtains and a concierge to tell you

"It was one of the toughest decisions," Nicky says. "I had to look

what you need to see in said city, it’s a logical upgrade to model your

inside myself and say 'Do I want to be that stressed corporate guy 10

guest room after a hotel room. But how? Dia and Nicky, the author-

years from now?' The pressure was tremendous."

ities at Uniik Company and experts in hospitality design, share their

Dia adds, "Our health was suffering too. He was traveling all the time, and I was busy raising two kids and trying to grow a business.

professional advice for achieving luxury and comfort in a guest room.

For more information, visit UniikCo.com .

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"We always tell our clients to bring the local flavor in. It makes guests feel special about that city." Guest room at Jameson Inn in Bowling Green, Kentucky, home of The Corvette Museum.

Dia

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Nicky

Mukerji’s

Seasonal

Tips

WINTER

SPRING

The cold weather allows for heavier bedding. Add a

Keep a few bottles of water by the nightstand during the

blanket draped across the bed, like the bed scarfs

warm weather season. Add in an ice bucket for a real

hotels use.

hotel feel.

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"Using colors that don't work well together, using too many or even not enough could turn people away before they even have a chance to set the mood of the room."

SUMMER

FALL

In hotels, blackout curtains keep that early morning light

Hotels can sometimes be an impersonal place. Add a per-

out. Add some blackouts to your window treatments so your

sonal touch to your guest room by turning down the bed and

guests can sleep in.

placing chocolates on the pillow.Â

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WHETHER YOU’RE BUYING OR SELLING A HOME.

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IF IT’S TRUE THAT IT TAKES 10,000 HOURS OF PRACTICE TO BECOME PROFICIENT IN SOMETHING, KIDD EPPS HAS PUT IN THE TIME AND MADE HIS FAIR SHARE OF MISTAKES THROUGHOUT HIS 10-YEAR ODYSSEY AS A SELF-TAUGHT DESIGNER. His hard work has paid off in recent years with the success of some big projects. He

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attributes being in the right place at the right time for influencers noticing his work and being featured in design publications.

Kidd has been called a furniture maker and entrepreneur but, ultimately, he is a designer and creative director of Kidd Epps Art Shop (KEAS) in historic North Nashville on a stretch nicknamed “The Buc” for Buchanan Street.

KEAS is a design and build studio Kidd founded in 2012 specializing in interior and architectural design and fabrication of furniture, lighting, art, and signature pivot doors and windows.

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Although Kidd was born in Houston, there was already a family connection to Music City through the 1970s success of his songwriter father. But success was never a guarantee, and his father moved back to Texas. Kidd describes his youth as a “gypsy-like environment,” where musicians would regularly hang out at the house. When Kidd was 10 years old, the family moved to Middle Tennessee, primarily to revive his father’s music career. Kidd attended Fairview Middle and Clarksville High Schools.

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“I first realized I had a talent for design while attending the art department at Austin Peay State University. Although a different medium, I believe design is multifaceted, and the ability to create good design translates across many mediums,” Kidd says. “I’ve had many revelations throughout my career and, as I’ve grown in confidence, my design sense has also refined and grown.

“When designing my retail showroom (my first holistic interior project), I realized I was really good at creating beautiful spaces that worked in harmony and evoked emotion. I had an ability to create a unique and warm space by finding a balance of simplicity, meaningful objects and beautiful imagery.”

It doesn’t matter if Kidd is creating a cabinet, lamp and coffee table for Mayor Megan Barry’s office or installing his popular swivel doors in a restaurant, he stays true to his aesthetics: timeless, simple and uncluttered design, quality made-to-last construction in metal and wood, and purposeful functionality.

Acknowledging the Scandinavian feel to his work, Kidd brings Nashville sensibilities in through his material choices such as walnut or hickory, creating warmth and bright space.

More recently, Kidd has been involved–along with other Nashville designers and artisans—in preserving luxury 1929 features of the newly opened Noelle, a 224-room boutique hotel in downtown Nashville at the corner of Church Street and historical Printers Alley.

KEAS is very much part of “The Buc,” and, as a local business, Kidd believes in neighborhood improvements to give locals better services and income. Slim & Husky’s Pizza Beeria, a Nashville Scene Writer’s Choice pick in its first year of opening, is one such example of “The Buc’s” gentrification and Kidd was involved in the eatery’s design and build.

What does the future hold for Kidd?

There are many exciting projects, not least of which he wants to introduce KEAS top-tobottom design services to the Franklin and Brentwood areas, whether it’s a room or a complete redesign of a house. Not only does Kidd live in the Westhaven neighborhood, but his Franklin roots stretch back to his first job at a restaurant, which is now 55 South.

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KIDD’S DESIGN TIPS 1. When choosing, make sure the piece is not just pleasing to the eye but is well-made, stays relevant and fits into any design aesthetic.

2. When entering a room, look at the details: door handles, lighting fixtures, and pay attention to features that are unnecessary to the function of the piece.

3. Chose display pieces that are timeless and tell a story, not just run-of-the-mill knickknacks.

Photo by Megan Cencula

Photo by Megan Cencula

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Garment Rack: Simplicity of storage. | $34.04 | HomeDepot.com | 6. MALM high bed frame: two storage boxes, queen bed with brown stained solid ash veneer | $299 | Ikea.com/US

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IS THE NEW

How optimizing your hormones can add 30 vibrant years to your life W R I TTE N BY AA R O N W E N Z E L , M.D. A N I N TR O D U C TI O N TO H O R MO N E R E P LACEM ENT: PA R T 1 O F 7

When was the last time you felt great?

Specifically, when was the last time you felt energetic, strong, creative, and clear-thinking? If you’re like most, it’s been a very long time.

The human experience is that we peak around 25 years old, stay relatively steady for a decade, then decline over the next 40 to 50 years until we die. This is the narrative that we’ve all come to accept as normal because it’s common.

But do we have to? In short, the answer is no. It turns out the only difference between you at 25 and 65—other than life experience—are your hormones. They’re optimal in your 20’s and they progressively lessen after your mid-30’s.

Hormones are chemical messengers our body produces that facilitate communication between cells and influence virtually every bodily process. Growth, sexual development, mood, sleep, how we manage stress, and how we digest food are all controlled by hormones. Understanding how to optimize your hormones will ensure that you’ll be the healthiest, most vibrant version of you possible. Before we begin this discussion

however, there are two very important concepts to grasp.

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ARTIST’S PALETTE

Rooster Tails Has a Tale FURNITURE BUILDER REVEALS HIS HISTORY ARTICLE KERSTA MELLO | PHOTOGRAPHY LISA LINN MANLEY

WHEN YOU THINK OF A BUSINESS NAMED ROOSTER TAILS, WHAT DO YOU THINK? Nashville’s iconic hot chicken? Farm animals for sale? A place where you can buy metal rooster tails? For the past almost 17 years, Rooster Tails has been building and selling furniture and decor to people in Tennessee. The history of owners Wayne and Pat Killebrew goes back much further.

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(CON TI N U ED)

“I was born here, and I’ve been here 71 years,” Wayne says.

the piece or pieces will look like, and draw it out in front of

“My grandfather was a master carpenter, and I guess I got those

them,” Wayne says. “I give them the drawing and I keep a copy

genes and talent from him—I can build anything. I had been

on file so they can go home and think about it and visualize the

building stuff for myself, my family and my friends my whole life

piece in their space. If they decide they like the piece, I make

and I decided I’d make some money from it too.”

up a work order and walk it out back, and within five minutes,

The history doesn’t stop there.

it’s already in the shop.”

“The main building—the front part—was an

All pieces are made at the store in the mul-

old train station 100 yards from the railroad

tiple workshops located behind Rooster Tails.

tracks in 1865,” Wayne says. “Some of the glass in the front of the building at the top is the original wavy glass."

In November 2000, Rooster Tails was born. Upon entering the store, customers will find the original hardwood floors from 1865.

Though various tenants have added on to the building over the years, many original parts of the store remain.

“Originally when I bought the place, I didn’t tell my wife for three days,” Wayne says. “I drew pictures of the floor plan and of what

“I sell a lot of farm tables, islands, beds—there’s not much I can’t build,” Wayne says. “If I ain’t got it or can’t build it, you don’t need it.”

They’re all 100 percent solid wood. The turnaround time for custom pieces is five weeks.

Rooster Tails also sells home décor including metal items, picture frames and the iconic stars, similar to the one that adorns the main building. They also sell rustic barnwood furniture built by an Amish man in Kentucky.

As for the name, Wayne says he wanted a name that had to be explained—it had to tell a story.

“When I told my wife I was going to name the store Rooster Tails, she thought I

I was going to do to the place, and, on the

was nuts. I wanted to name it Rooster Tails

fourth day, I took her out there, and she said,

because when someone comes into our

‘you know, you’ve lost your mind,’ but, over time, I made it look like it

store–whether they buy or not—when they go to church, the store,

does now, and it suits me perfectly.”

anywhere and they say, 'oh I went to Wanye’s Antiques,' there’s not

Drawing not only helped Wayne show his wife what his plans were for the space, it’s how he "builds" pieces of furniture with his clients.

“When a customer comes in and wants a custom piece of furniture, I usually ask about two to three questions and visualize what

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much left to tell. When they say, 'I went to Rooster Tails,' the person has to explain what the store is and about their experience.”

Rooster Tails, 4108 Columbia Pike, Franklin, is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday-Saturday.

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MACRAMÉ Made through knotting instead of weaving, macramé can add a unique touch in many various ways. Houzz contributor Laura Gaskill suggests incorporating it as nursery decor, plant hangers, wall hangings and modern fiber arts. WICKER According to Houzz contributor Yanic Simard, “the best way to really embrace the luxury-cottage appeal of wicker and rattan is to combine different forms of the two in one space ... Look for other unexpected places to add a natural twist to your home with a new material woven into your palette.”

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AGAINST THE GRAIN TIPS FOR DECORATING WITH NATURAL MATERIALS Houzz contributor Katie Treggiden offers many ways to incorporate natural materials and natural-state timber into your home, including using wood to cover one wall in a home for a pleasing accent wall; featuring your firewood as a striking, stacked display; and mixing different types of wood and different finishes in the same space. “A simple way to incorporate the wood trend is to expose structural wooden beams already present in your home,” Katie says. “Instead of painting them or boxing them in, leave them raw or give them a coat of wax to enrich the tones.”

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Mindi Clayton’s Hometown Dish

SALAD GURU SHARES EASY, HEALTHY SALAD FOR MEALTIME ARTICLE MARIA DINOIA | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

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GARDENER IST

MINDI

CHEF AND

NUTRITION-

CLAYTON,

TOGETHER

WITH HER BROTHER, MATT OSMAN, OPENED GIARDINO GOURMET SALADS IN

BRENTWOOD

IN

EARLY

2016.

Giardino serves specially made, handcrafted salads using a wide variety of only the freshest ingredients. The restaurant has origins in South Florida, and it expanded out of Florida for the first time when it opened here in Tennessee.

Having grown up in Miami within the rich Hispanic culture that influences that area, it should come as no surprise that the habanero salad is Clayton's favorite.

"It is full of nutrients. The cucumbers keep you hydrated, the garbanzo beans provide fiber, and the avocado provides a healthy monounsaturated fat and aids in lowering cholesterol, among many other benefits. And the dressing is low in sugar and saturated fat."

Reflecting on her childhood, she adds, "One of my favorite parts are the plantain chips as croutons. This salad reminds me of Miami."

Clayton has a master's degree in nutrition and exercise science and applies it every day.

"I use my knowledge to help our customers meet their dietary needs."

HABANERO SALAD + Romaine greens + Garbanzo beans + Plum tomatoes + Cucumbers + Avocado

" This salad reminds me of Miami."

+ Citrus-cilantro dressing + Plantain chips (optional)

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OUR CONTRIBUTORS

our contributors ASHLEY HUTCHESON

SHIFAY CHEUNG

An avid runner, Ashley Hutcheson

Shifay Cheung has turned her hand to

Lisha Pope was born and raised in

is a Nashville native, wife, and mom

many forms of writing over the years as

Middle Tennessee. She and her hus-

of both two and four-legged kiddos.

a corporate trainer, project manager, life

band live in the Grassland community

A self-proclaimed foodie, she also

coach, blogger and features writer. She

and have three children. Lisha is an

enjoys furniture restoring, traveling, con-

brings to her work a wealth of experience

active volunteer in Franklin and enjoys

certs and the lake. After a long career

gathered while living in England, Hong

participating in events throughout the

in human resources management, this

Kong and America. She enjoys making

community. From tailgates to cocktail

Father Ryan and Indiana University

her home and raising her two children

parties, this self-proclaimed “social

alumni moved to a more creative career

with her husband in Franklin.

butterfly” is your go-to connection for

as a freelance writer.

KERSTA MELLO

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LISHA POPE

all things Southern and social!

ANDY COLE

LISA LINN MANLEY

Kersta Mello hails from Minnesota

Andy Cole is a born and raised

Lisa Linn Manley started taking

and moved to Nashville in 2010 after

Tennessean. He is in his last year of

photographs after she was given a

marrying

sweetheart,

law school at Belmont University but

camera at six years old. She grew up

Davis. They've been married seven

still calls West Tennessee home. Andy

in an Air Force family and fell in love

years and have one son, Bode. In addi-

has pursued photography as a hobby

with traveling. Lisa Linn has docu-

tion to being a wife and mother, she

for most of his life but recently started

mented her life and the lives of others

works in the communications depart-

practicing the craft more seriously.

through her photographs and video

ment for Williamson County Schools,

He specializes in nature and animal

productions. She also creates acrylic,

and she is the head girls soccer coach

photography but also enjoys family

watercolor, and oil paintings,

at Brentwood High School.

photography and headshots.

her

college

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REALTY REPORT

REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

FRANKLIN

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Leipers Fork

$2,200,000

$2,000,000

91%

220

4

4.5

Downtown

$1,900,000

$1,800,000

95%

64

4

3.5

Westhaven

$1,385,000

$1,315,000

95%

112

4

4.5

Willow Plunge

$959,000

$959,000

100%

3

4

3.5

Stetler Rick

$972,850

$935,000

96%

127

4

3.5

Westhaven

$825,000

$800,000

97%

35

5

5.5

Carronbridge

$799,900

$775,000

97%

42

5

4

Westhaven

$745,900

$745,900

100%

11

4

4

Blossom Park

$699,900

$699,900

100%

28

4

4.5

Clovercroft Preserve

$668,000

$668,000

100%

180

5

4.5

Carlisle

$625,000

$625,000

100%

37

4

3.5

Berry Farms

$574,900

$567,000

99%

30

4

3.5

South Point

$559,000

$550,000

98%

10

3

2

Riverbluff

$524,900

$510,000

97%

84

4

3.5

Ladd Park - Enderly Pointe

$493,746

$494,670

100%

0

5

4

Westhaven

$475,000

$451,500

95%

17

3

2.5

Monticello

$435,000

$425,000

98%

7

3

2

Meadowgreen Acres

$389,900

$389,900

100%

49

3

2

Riverview Park

$359,900

$354,450

98%

3

3

2.5

Reid Hill Commons

$325,000

$320,000

98%

10

2

2

Lynhurst

$299,900

$299,000

100%

54

3

2.5

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MARCH

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

3 THE BUTTON BALL The Factory at Franklin

Deacon Claybourne. He has starred

lovers to taste some of the latest local,

in the 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017

national and international additions to

“Nashville in Concert” tours with

an exploding microbrewery market.

sold-out shows across the U.S. and

Expect lots of beer, live music, food

the U.K. 7 p.m. FranklinTheatre.com

trucks, merriment and more! 5 p.m.

12-17

22-25

CHRISTIAN WORLDVIEW FILM FESTIVAL

NASHVILLE ELVIS FESTIVAL

The Factory at Franklin

The Nashville Elvis Festival celebrates

Runs through March 17. This fam-

the music and legacy of the King of

ily-friendly event will feature more

Rock 'n' Roll. Featuring four days of

than 60 films to be screened and

celebrity appearances, live music

more than 40 film-related workshops.

events and Elvis tribute artists. Events

Special guest speakers include Ste-

will be held at the Franklin Theatre

phen and Alex Kendrick ("War Room,"

and Paragon Studios. For a complete

"Courageous"),

schedule and additional information,

News Channel 5 anchor Rhori Johnston will serve as this year’s host. Enjoy silent, not-so-silent and live auctions! Heidi Schwartz will paint the event—see her unique talent as she captures the evening on canvas! A special guest speaker will be in attendance. 6 p.m. DavisHouseCAC.org

7 NETWORKING TODAY INTERNATIONAL Kings Dining & Entertainment

Business

networking

Bruce

Marchiano,

group

Beverly Holloway, Paul Mills and

that meets at Kings Bowl every

more. For more information and film

Wednesday morning for commu-

schedules, visit CWVFF.com.

nity, membership and fun! 9 a.m.

NetworkingTodayIntl.com

Franklin Theatre and Paragon Studios

visit NashvilleElvisFestival.com.

30-31

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EASTER FESTIVAL

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A 90'S COUNTRY NIGHT: UNPLUGGED

This two-day festival is one of the most

WHISKEY WARMER

3rd & Lindsley Bar & Grill

egg-citing events of the year! Join the

Lucky Ladd Farms

A benefit concert for Anita Cochran

Easter Bunny as he gets things hop-

Westhaven Residents’ Club

after being diagnosed with triple

ping around Lucky Ladd Farms. This

Sample whiskeys from around the

positive, invasive carcinoma breast

annual Easter family tradition features

world, chat with distillers, and cozy

cancer and undergoing aggres-

fun games, activities, crafts, baby

up over some great local food and

sive chemotherapy treatments. Terri

farm animals and nonstop egg hunts

live music. Your ticket includes 15

Clark, Clay Walker, Steve Wariner,

with prize packs for the kids! 11 a.m. to

tastings and access to all areas of

Suzy Bogguss, Pam Tillis, Lorrie

4 p.m. LuckyLaddFarms.com

the event. Food will be available for

Morgan, Ty Herndon, Wade Hayes,

purchase. Proceeds will benefit The

The Lynns, Bryan White, Mandy Bar-

Westhaven Foundation. For tickets,

nett and Crystal Gayle will perform

visit Xorbia.com.

at this special event. Tickets: $30.

7:30 p.m. TicketWeb.com

11 DEACON AT THE FRANKLIN: CHARLES ESTEN SINGS THE SONGS OF DEACON CLAYBOURNE

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17 MAIN STREET BREWFEST Downtown Franklin

Franklin Theatre

The annual event hosted by the

We are always accepting submissions

Second show added due to pop-

Downtown

Association

for events you'd like to see included

ular demand! Charles Esten cur-

provides beer lovers a taste of great

in our Calendar section. Submissions

rently stars in the hit television

brews from around the world. The

are accepted via the Contact Us tab

series “Nashville” in the role of

Brewfest is an opportunity for beer

at FranklinLifestyle.com.

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Franklin

Get Your ‘Green’ Drink On

PARTING THOUGHTS

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SWAP GREEN BEER FOR ONE OF THESE FOUR ST. PATRICK'S DAY RECIPES ARTICLE ASHLEY HUTCHESON

CHAMPAGNE SHAMROCK 1 ounce vodka 4 ounce Champagne/prosecco or your sparkling white wine of choice ½ ounce melon liqueur Ice 1. Place vodka, melon liqueur and ice in a martini shaker.

2. Shake vigorously.

3. Pour into a coup or martini glass and top with Champagne.

4. Garnish with green item of your choice.

IRISH MULE

Champagne Shamrock

2 ounces Irish whiskey 1/2 ounce lime juice (ideally fresh) ¾ cup ginger ale Lime wedges (optional) Ice 1. Fill a glass or copper mug with the ice.

2. Add whiskey and lime juice; stir.

3. Top with ginger ale.

4. Serve with a lime wedge.

LUCKY LEPRECHAUN 2 ounces coconut flavored rum (or any tropical flavored rum you prefer) 4 ounces pineapple juice 2 ounces club soda 1 ounce blue Curacao (or blue food coloring) Ice 1. Fill a glass with ice.

2. Add the rum first, then pineapple juice and stir.

3. Add club soda.

4. Drop in the blue Curacao or food coloring until you get your desired shade of green while stirring.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATIONS ARE SYNONYMOUS WITH A TEPID LAGER DYED A SHOCKINGLY BRIGHT COLOR GREEN THAT TAKES FOREVER TO GET AT AN OVERCROWDED BAR. If you pass on the beer, your options are most likely wickedly sweet mixed drinks or an overly minted cocktail option with liquor probably left over from Christmas. If you are throwing your own soiree or simply staying in, why not try some more appealing cocktail choices?

Since designated drivers are important and parties often include underage individuals and a pregnant woman or two who want to participate in festivities, having a nonalcoholic base punch is a must-have as well. Besides, you always can allow those who want— and are allowed—to spike the punch.

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5. Garnish with a green drink umbrella.

NONALCOHOLIC PINCH-ME PUNCH 2 quarts cold water 2 packages lemon-lime Kool-Aid 1 cup sugar 1 46-ounce can pineapple juice 1 12-ounce can lemonade concentrate, thawed 1 quart ginger ale 1. Fill a punch bowl or pitcher with water; add Kool-Aid and sugar.

2. Stir until dissolved.

3. Add pineapple juice and lemonade. Stir to combine.

4. Just before serving, add ginger ale. If making ahead, refrigerate until ready to serve.

5. Serve over ice.

6. Optional adult version: Add rum or vodka to cup before adding punch.

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