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Gratitude

TO THOSE WORKING THE HOLIDAYS

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

NOVEMBER 2018 PUBLISHER

Randy Roberson | randy.roberson@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Julie Brown Patton | julie.patton@lifestylepubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Julie Brown Patton

Gratitude Attitudes

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Hany Ramzy, Garett Buell, Amy Atkinson

NOVEMBER PROMPTS THE BEGINNING OF YEAR-END THOUGHTS AS WE SELF-REFLECT AND TAKE STOCK OF OUR LIVES. Thanksgiving is the time when the world gets to see a better slice of humanity. It’s a period of pondering exactly what we can be thankful about, right? I try to remind myself to be thankful about all opportunities, even the ones that come with struggles, because they’re all chances to keep learning and progressing and living life.

This month, we especially want to express gratitude for all those among us who work during holidays rather than spending time with family and friends, often overeating and watching football: first responders, firefighters, police officers, emergency medics, tow truck drivers, convenience store operators, hospital personnel, coaches, athletes, retail employees, as well as news reporters and broadcasters. To them, we send a heartfelt “thank you” for all they do for the rest of us!

If you'd like to help others in a firsthand way on Thanksgiving morning, consider volunteering for the annual Gobble Gobble Give initiative, which feeds, clothes and encourages homeless people. See our story on PAGE 30 for details.

This month, we also showcase a customized sweet potato recipe for which the chef says will satisfy guests time and again. I can almost smell it now!

To work off some of those extra pounds, we’ve included a few exercises in our Healthy Living department.

Before the year's end, consider visiting one of the area's most intriguing vineyards, Arrington Vineyards. The bonus is that the country music star who owns it, Kix Brooks, often surprises his guests with impromptu visits and music.

And if you’re thinking about moving, check out the Open House we’re highlighting in one of Green Hills' most sought-after West End areas.

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson EDITORIAL MANAGER Nicolette Martin EDITORIAL Kate Baxendale AD MANAGER Chad Jensen AD COORDINATORS Cyndi Harrington | Alicia Huff | Jessica Soetaert LAYOUT DESIGNERS Cyndi King | Dana Rudolph | Emily Stout Hailey Stepanek | Adella Wrisinger FIELD SUPPORT Carli DiMarco | Victoria Perry PUBLISHER SUPPORT Melanie Carlisle ACCOUNTANT Austin Park APPLICATION ARCHITECT Michael O’Connell WEB DEVELOPERS Tejaswini Jagarlamudi | Harshith Potu

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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2018

FEATURES 22 Working the Holidays A Time to Serve Others in the Season of Giving

26 Wowing the Palate Recipe Unicorn Catering Equals Culinary Delights

30 Gobble Gobble Give Volunteers Needed to Provide Thanksgiving 2018 for Homeless

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34 Turkey Day Workout Step into Holiday Fitness

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DEPARTMENTS 6

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Open House

26 Culinary Creations 30 Inspired By 34 Healthy Lifestyle 36 Lifestyle Calendar 38 Local’s Choice

GOOD TIMES

New Green Hills Lash Lounge Hosts VIP Party The Lash Lounge team members hosted a grand opening at their new Green Hills location, 4117 Hillsboro Pike, Suite 102. Can you believe that during this event, they gave away six months of free lashes?! They provide eyelash extensions, brow extensions, tinting, threading and permanent makeup. Visit TheLashLounge.com/salons/green-hills or call 615.398.6755 for appointments. PHOTOS BY HANY RAMZY

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AROUND TOWN meant to age at least four years before consuming and can last up to 16 years. It's an example of a perfect red for fall’s cooler weather.

WANT WHITER TEETH? Did you know Dr. Richard Gaw Dentistry Services at 3817 Bedford Ave. offers a safe teeth whitening option for home use? Opalescence Go is the professional alternative to less-effective over-the-counter options, and the staff indicates it's an excellent introduction to whitening, as well as a perfect follow-up to an in-office "Zoom" whitening procedure.

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NICKY'S LAUNCHES NEW BRUNCH, INCLUDING MIMOSAS

Opalescence Go is ready to use right out of the package. Wear time is only 15 minutes.

Did you hear that Nicky’s Coal Fired neighborhood restaurant at 5026 Centennial Blvd. now serves Sunday brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.? Chef Tony Galzin created an assortment of coal-fired breakfast sandwiches, including combinations of vegetables, whipped goat cheese, pears, fontina, prosciutto, ham and eggs. The brunch menu also includes seasonal frittatas, bombolini, charcuterie, house-made breakfast pizza, salads, specialty espresso drinks and cocktails.

ROBERT REDFORD'S SUNDANCE OPENS STORE AT THE MALL AT GREEN HILLS Sundance, a premier lifestyle retailer of women's and men's apparel, footwear, jewelry, accessories, art and home decor, recently opened its newest store in Nashville, located in the Mall at Green Hills, 2126 Abbott Martin Road. The "one-of-a-kind items" store is on the lower level near Nordstrom.

"We're excited to be joining this vibrant community, one rich in culture and artistry. Nashville is a clear fit for the Sundance brand through our mutual

CHECK OUT NOVELTY FALL SELECTIONS AT THE WINE SHOPPE GREEN HILLS

appreciation for new forms of independent creative expression," says Sundance CEO Matey Erdos.

The Wine Shoppe at Green Hills recently procured some of the finest Beaujolais available in the United States. Fleurie wines are among the most

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OPEN HOUSE

charming cottage COMPLETELY UPDATED WHITLAND AVENUE RESIDENCE IS ON THE MARKET 14

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ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON PHOTOGRAPHY GARETT BUELL

LUSH, INVITING GREENERY GREETS EVERYONE WHO GAZES AT 3828 WHITLAND AVE. IN NASHVILLE’S BEAUTIFUL WEST END. Once inside, the amount of airiness and soul-drenching sunlight available through this home’s ample and diamond-accentuated windows completes the concept of how much energy this residence has to give.

Originally built in 1920, this completely renovated Nashville cottage offers plenty of nooks in which to get cozy as well as open space to spread out for entertaining or visiting, including a formal living room with a fireplace, an efficiently organized kitchen and a decorous dining room.

There’s even space for hosting a home office, if desired.

A conveniently located modern wet bar adds just as This renovated cottage has smart living areas, gracious entertaining space, plus a spacious backyard—all anchored in a fantastic West End location.

strong an artistic statement as it does functionality.

The main level includes a master bedroom plus a second bedroom. Two more bedrooms are available upstairs.

The bedrooms have extra-large closets, too. There are three full bathrooms.

Floors are carpet, finished wood and tile.

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OPEN HOUSE

(CON TI N U ED)

The home has electric cooling and an electric oven, with gas heat and a gas cooktop range.

Schools associated with this address are Eakin Elementary, West End Middle School and Hillsboro Comp High School.

The property includes a partial basement and spacious backyard

The property is situated along one of Nashville’s most admired

located on 0.33 acres. Imagine enjoying its level backyard and pri-

streets, just off West End Avenue, making it a short walk from the

vate patio year-round.

prestigious Montgomery Bell Academy and with quick access to

Located in the Whitland Subdivision, the 3,750-square-foot house

downtown Nashville.

is accompanied by a detached studio with a full bedroom over the

This property is listed at $1,299,000. New construction specialists

garage. As a regional staple, residences within historic Whitland stay

and realtor consultants Lacey Newman and Jonathan Heard with

true to chic, Southern roots. The area is known for stunning Tudors,

PARKS Realty would be happy to personally show this delightful resi-

big colonials and unique styles of traditional homes with meticu-

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ARRINGTON VINEYARDS AWAITS AS ‘NASHVILLE’S WINE COUNTRY’

FromBerriestoBottles ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON | PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF ARRINGTON VINEYARDS

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IT WAS MUSIC TO MANY PEOPLE’S EARS WHEN ARRINGTON VINEYARDS OPENED ITS DOORS ON JULY 1, 2007.

After all, the vineyard is owned by country music artist Kix Brooks, winemaker Kip Summers and entrepreneur John Russell.

This “wine country experience in picturesque rolling hills of middle Tennessee” vineyard makes an excellent road trip, located just 25 minutes south of Nashville.

“We have an incredible overall vibe here at the vineyard, plus peaceful, romantic sunsets,” says David Dea, Arrington Vineyards vice president of marketing and chief financial officer.

He adds that guests routinely share that the vineyard satisfies and matches whatever mood they’re seeking—whether quiet, upbeat or musical—whatever “they want or need at the time.”

From gourmet picnics and Food Truck Fridays to weekend “Music in the Vines” free events and cigar nights, the 72-acre vineyard excellently showcases its 15 acres of grapes between Sept. 1 and mid-November.

Chambourcin, vidal blanc, viognier, corot noir and bignoles grapes are grown there.

Parking is free, and the vineyard crew provides golf cart drivers on busy weekends to help shuttle guests up and down the hill.

Guests also can park by the vineyard’s rustic Grand Barn when it’s open for public events.

Both the parking lots and tasting bar are handicap-accessible.

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FROM BERRIES TO BOTTLES

(CON TI N U ED)

All tastings and tables are on a first come, first served basis, with no reservations. Note that the popular tasting session can yield hour-long waits on weekends. Tours are available Monday through Friday, based on availability and production schedules.

Guests can take their own food or have food delivered, or the onsite shop sells crackers, summer sausage, assorted olives, gourmet cheeses and chocolate wine truffles that are made exclusively for the vineyard at Madison-based

Matchmaker

Chocolates.

With 48 hours’ notice, an affiliate company, Simply Living Life, can be requested to deliver a picnic basket with all essentials items needed for a pleasant time at Arrington.

“We’re a wonderful gathering place for varied purposes and with great photo shots and feel like we’re a perfect wine getaway spot,” David says. “We cater to everyone’s tastes.”

Kix’s Wine Club offers four different selections of award-winning wines: Red Fan Club, White Fan Club, Mixed Fan Club or Sweet Fan Club. David says club members span the entire United States and that 19 wines are produced onsite.

It’s fun to guess at each Arrington Vineyard visit whether Kix will be seen kicking back on the deck, hanging out at the tasting bar or walking around like guests, also soaking in the wonderful ambiance and forgetting about life’s stresses.

Catch these Arrington Vineyard November events before the fall season ends: » Nov. 3: Jazz in the Courtyard – The Sofia

Goodman Group » Nov. 4: Jazz in the Courtyard – Jim Fox » Nov. 10: Jazz in the Courtyard – 9 Volt Romeo » Nov. 11: Jazz in the Courtyard – The Sofia

Goodman Group » Nov. 14: Cigar Night – Montecristo Cigars |

The San Rafael Band » Nov. 17: Jazz in the Courtyard – Reed Pittman » Nov. 18: Jazz in the Courtyard – Fish and

The Chips » Nov. 24: Jazz in the Courtyard – Art Four Sale » Nov. 25: Jazz in the Courtyard – 9 Volt Romeo

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N ovember is

DI A B E T E S AWARENESS M ONT H

WORKING THE HOLIDAYS A TIME TO SERVE OTHERS IN THE SEASON OF GIVING

WHILE THE MAJORITY OF AMERICANS ARE

OVEREATING

AND

ENJOYING

THANKSGIVING, DO YOU EVER WHISPER

GRATITUDE

TO

THOSE

WHO

MUST WORK DURING THE HOLIDAYS IN SERVICE TO OTHERS, SUCH AS FIREFIGHTERS, HOSPITAL STAFFERS, CONVENIENCE STORE OPERATORS, VETERINARIANS,

NEWS

ANCHORS,

TOW TRUCKER DRIVERS AND EMERGENCY DISPATCHERS?

ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON | PHOTOGRAPHY HANY RAMZY

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LT. JOHNNIE MELZONI because they always participate in the Christmas Basket program for the underprivileged or families in need who are nominated by police officers throughout the year.

He says it’s mostly food and toys that are donated and provided to recipients. During Thanksgiving, local police officers begin to discuss what items are needed and which families they will adopt.

“We really like that time of year when we can do community service together and when our own kids see what it’s like to meet and help new people,” he says.

Do you wonder if those workers have to feast

Last year was the 57th year for the police’s Christmas

like the Peanuts gang did at Charlie Brown’s house

Basket program, which provided toys and food to more

with toast, jelly beans, popcorn and pretzel sticks?

than 175 families. Efforts reached 600-plus children.

Lt. Johnnie Melzoni of the Midtown Hills Precinct – Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, says

A CHANCE TO EXPRESS GRATITUDE BY SENDING

working during official holidays isn’t so bad when

CARE PACKAGES TO U.S. MILITARY REPS

one stays focused on helping others.

American servicemen and women out of the coun-

“It’s like it’s a normal day, but it’s not. In general,

try during Thanksgiving or Christmas often long for

people are pretty friendly when working holidays,

the comforts of home. By sending a small care pack-

but crashes, thefts and skirmishes still happen.”

age through the nonprofit Any Soldier Inc., you can

The police officer says when he was younger and

show deployed armed forces representatives grati-

had no children, he stepped up to volunteer to work

tude for their duty and send them a bit of patriotism,

holidays. Now that he has a family, he appreciates

respect and heartfelt honor.

younger officers doing the same.

The nonprofit was formulated in 2003. Soldiers

“It’s sort of an unspoken thing that those who

agree to be coordinators for disseminating packages

can work holidays or want to work the holidays will

to other soldiers who don’t receive much mail. One

be the first to do so. We keep track and rotate as

item that’s helpful to send to soldiers at Thanksgiving

much as possible,” he adds.

is Christmas or seasonal cards that they soldiers can,

With three different employee shifts occurring

in turn, send to their family and friends in December.

in the police department each day, Johnnie admits

Any Soldier volunteers have provided care pack-

it becomes logistically challenging to pull off one

ages to 96,371 service members and have an exten-

large food party but that some precincts do pot-

sive list of popular items that have been requested

lucks or have catered meals. He acknowledges it’s

by soldiers. The group also provides ways to donate

fun when people drop off Thanksgiving-themed

online so care packages can be purchased during

food for those officers working.

non-holiday times of the year as well, to help balance

During Thanksgiving week, Johnnie says he and his family begin thinking about the larger community

the support year-round.

All details are available at AnySoldier.com.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

WOWING THE PALATE RECIPE UNICORN CATERING EQUALS CULINARY DELIGHTS ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON | PHOTOGRAPHY AMY ATKINSON

CREATING NEW MOUTHWATERING MEALS HAS BEEN CHEF KEVIN RAMQUIST’S PASSION SINCE HE TURNED 16 YEARS OLD. Kevin’s love for cooking propelled him into the restaurant business as well as into being classically trained in French food preparation techniques at Johnson & Wales University’s Culinary School in Rhode Island. He says he believes in using fresh, high-quality products from local farmers and sources the best fish and food from around the world.

A Nashvillian since 2003, Kevin’s resume includes the Wild Boar, F. Scott’s Restaurant and Five Daughters Bakery, before establishing his own catering business in 2013: the Unicorn Nashville. His seasonal menus span hors d’oeuvres, boards, plated options and desserts.

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holiday meals. TheUnicornNashville.com

SWEET POTATO GNOCCHI WITH SPICED PARMESAN CREAM INGREDIENTS + 2 large sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds) + 1/4 cup canola oil + 3/4 cup ricotta cheese + 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated + 1 1/4 cups sifted all-purpose flour, plus some extra flour for dusting the preparation surface (about 1/4 cup) + 1 tablespoon brown sugar + Pinch of nutmeg + 1 tablespoon butter + 2 cups Spiced Parmesan Cream (recipe follows)

DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. 2. Peel and rinse sweet potatoes; cut lengthwise coat, then place on a sheet tray. Bake potatoes until cooked through, 30-45 minutes.

3. Place potatoes in a bowl and mash until smooth with a fork or potato masher. Stir in ricotta and Parmesan cheese; add flour, brown sugar, salt and nutmeg. Mix well with hands until a dough ball forms (add more flour if dough seems loose, but it should remain a bit sticky).

4. Place dough on a flat, floured surface and cut into four pieces. Wrap each piece of dough in plastic wrap and place in refrigerator to cool for 15-20 minutes.

5. After dough has cooled, take it out of the refrigerator and remove plastic wrap. Using your hands, roll each dough piece into a long tube or rope shape, each about 3/4 inch in diameter. Dust pieces with flour as needed to keep dough from sticking to hands or table. Cut tubes into 1 1/2-inch pieces; set formed gnocchi on sheet tray covered in flour.

6. Boil large pot of salted water, then turn down heat to medium-high; add gnocchi and cook until they float, about 1 minute. Remove gnocchi from water, toss with enough olive oil to lightly coat pieces and place in refrigerator until ready to use.

SPICED PARMESAN CREAM

into medium-sized chunks. Toss in canola oil to

INGREDIENTS + 1 cup white wine + 1 quart heavy cream + 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated + 1 teaspoon allspice + Salt and pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS 1. In a medium-sized saucepan over medium-high heat, add wine and reduce heat by more than half.

Keep watchful eye on wine to ensure it doesn’t burn or reduce too much.

2. Add heavy cream, cheese and allspice to wine; cook for 10 minutes. Remove from heat; add salt and pepper, if desired.

TO SERVE: In a large pan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add gnocchi and brown all over. Next, add Spiced Parmesan Cream (recipe follows) and lightly stir until gnocchi and cream are heated through and sauce coats the back of a spoon.

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INSPIRED BY

Gobble Gobble Give VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO PROVIDE THANKSGIVING 2018 FOR HOMELESS ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON

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EACH YEAR, A HAPPY GROUP OF VOLUNTEERS MAKE SURE NASHVILLE'S HOMELESS POPULATION STILL GETS TO OBSERVE THANKSGIVING THROUGH WHAT THEY CALL "A POTLUCK WITH A PURPOSE."

David Montanbeau, who chairs the Nashville Gobble Gobble Give effort, says more than 1,000 volunteers made last year’s gathering

a

blessed

endeavor

that fed, clothed and gave hope to 4,279 people who were down on their luck.

Community donors provided 3,348

meals,

4,000-plus

articles of clothing and more than 3,000 hygiene kits. A total of 28 showers and 74 haircuts or shaves also were

made possible, plus four complete makeovers. Additionally, 68 sleeping bags were given out.

This will be the fifth year for executing Gobble Gobble Give in Nashville. Once again, this year’s community initiative will be anchored from Piranha’s at 174 Third Ave. N. David says the following items are needed: pre-heated Thanksgiving-themed food dishes

TO DONATE TO OTHER LOCAL FOOD BANKS, CONSIDER

ready to share, small toiletry kits, and clothing and blankets to donate.

THE FOLLOWING ENTITIES:

“We always run out of turkey and ham first,” he adds.

Gobble Gobble Give differs from many other outreach efforts in that its volunteers drive out to find folks who can’t get to soup kitchens, or as David says, they often discover people who don’t even realize it’s Thanksgiving.

David says plenty of onsite volunteers also are needed for a setup team, kitchen crew, conveyor belt aides, boxers who combine food with other donations, drivers and a cleaning squad.

To volunteer, email GGGNashville@gmail.com. However, prior signups aren’t required; just drop by at 10 a.m. on Nov. 22. For donations before the morning of Turkey Day, call 615.268.4111.

› Belle Meade UMC Children’s Center, 121 Davidson › Cottage Cove Community Food Bank Pantry, 630 Benton Ave. › Nashville CARES, 633 Thompson Lane › Nashville Outreach Ministries Food Bank, 6508 Highway 100 › Project for Neighborhood Aftercare Food Bank, 2807, Bransford Ave., Suite C

› Project Reflect Food Bank, 951 Windrowe Drive › Rains Avenue Christian Care Food Bank, 5800 Hillsboro Road › Schrader Lane Child Care Food Bank, 603 Benton Ave. › Youth Encouragement Services (St. Luke’s) Food Bank, 522 McIver St. November 2018 | Green Hills Lifestyle

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OGIST IRV RUBENSTEIN. STEPS stands for “Scientific Training and Exercise Prescription Specialists.” Irv knows how much people desire to stay active during the holidays and offers the following exercises that can be done in the privacy of one’s own home—even as Thanksgiving food is being prepared!

LUNGE Hold dumbbells (or larger food can) in each hand; lunge forward with one leg, bending both knee and hip, allowing

Neck Peck

hands to slide down leg. When back upright, do curl with each hand. Proceed for eight counts; repeat with other leg.

»

» NECK PECK: Lunge

Place fingers on front of chin and gently push straight back, not downward, keeping eyes level. Hold for 3 to 5 seconds and repeat five

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ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON | PHOTOGRAPHY HANY RAMZY

FOUNDED IN 1986 BY EXERCISE PHYSIOL-

ARM STRETCH

Place arm over and behind head until you can grab elbow with opposite hand. Pull arm and tilt body to side. Repeat for opposite side.

»

STEPS FITNESS PERSONAL TRAINING WAS

STEP INTO HOLIDAY FITNESS

Irv Rubenstein

TURKEY DAY WORKOUT

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

Arm Stretch

THREEWAY DOOR STRETCH: Keep hands at hip level and wedge them against door jamb. Step and lean forward through doorway with right leg; hold 10 seconds. Next, place hands chest-high onto door jamb, step, lean forward and hold. Lastly, put hands high overhead and place in door jamb, lean forward and hold. Repeat with left leg.

Door Jamb 1

Door Jamb 2

Door Jamb 3

» » KITCHEN PARADE: Begin in split stance with feet shoulder-width apart. Lead movement by bending back knee down toward floor, keeping front knee tracking forward over middle toes. Engage glutes; press through front foot and ball of rear foot; stand back up. Lunge around entire kitchen or bigger space. Lunges also can be done in a sideways or backward motion for variation

Grand Opening

of the Reimagined Mednikow First Annual Holiday

Designer Jewelry Party

Thursday, November 15, 3:30-6:30 continuing November 16-17, all day

We look forward to your visit. Cindy Moskovitz, Debbie Taylor, Julie Maddox, Jay Mednikow, Elizabeth Paine, Darlene Dutton.

(Not pictured: our bench jeweler, Terry Cochran.)

Mednikow Jewelers 3900 Hillsboro Pike, Suite 36 (inside Levy’s)

(615) 933-7000 mednikow.com

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N OV E M B E R

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

1, 8, 15 MUSIC WITH A MISSION

4 p.m.! Free admission.

individual music genre in 1958. For nomi-

On Bransford Avenue, the event offers live

nees, check CMAAwards.com.

entertainment, a kids' zone, mayor's/pup parade, gift cards and cash giveaways, food, face painting, cookie decorating, ornament

Nashville City Center is hosting

making and street vendors. Contests in-

Music with a Mission, a free weekly

clude pie eating, eggnog drinking and ac-

NASHVILLE TURKEY TROT

music series, on the NCC plaza. The

cessory donning. BerryHillDistrict.com or

Wave Country Wave Pool

midday event will take place from

BerryHillAssociation@gmail.com

The site opens at 7:15 a.m. Proceeds benefit ALS Association's Tennessee Chap-

12-1 p.m. every Thursday through Nov. 15. Musicians Corner has curated a lineup of top up-and-coming artists for the series.

7 SPOKE & WEAL OPEN HOUSE

10 MUSIC CITY YOGA FESTIVAL

ter. The Kids Dash occurs at 8:15 a.m., followed by the 8Kand 8-mile run at 8:30 a.m. Price is $33 to $70 depending on registration date; Kids Dash is free. There are

Rocketown

famous cinnamon rolls at the finish line!

The Nashville area's largest yoga festival

Those interested also can "run virtually."

knits together the community for a day to celebrate yoga, fitness and wellness. The

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event is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and includes

Join the new Spoke & Weal award-win-

guided meditation, yoga styles, cycling

ning salon team for a grand opening

classes, wellness workshops, MCYF Mar-

KAMAYAN FEAST

party from 7-10 p.m. with live music, an

ketplace, live music and local food trucks.

Sunda New Asian

open bar and appetizers. The stylists

MusicCityYogaFestival.com

Nashville’s award-winning Sunda New Asian will host Kamayan Feast, a tradi-

offer trend-setting dry cuts, color, styling and Aveda hair care, while "making hair dreams come true."

Guests that evening can meet Spoke

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tional Filipino-style dinner from 5-7 p.m.

The event is an interactive, educational and inspiring communal dining experi-

& Weal founders Jon Reyman and

2018 SIP TN WINE FESTIVAL

Christine Thompson.

Nashville Farmers' Market

Asia. Tickets can be purchased online for

Join 20-plus Tennessee wine producers

$55 at SundaNewAsian.com.

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ence that focuses on dishes of Southeast

from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. to savor and purchase bottles of wines and hard cider.

Hosted by Tennessee Farm and Winegrowers Alliance, this second annual

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event also features live music, artisan

MARTINIS AND MISTLETOE

Tennessee State Fairgrounds

crafts and gourmet food. Proceeds ben-

Cheekwood Botanical Gardens

The 58th annual Christmas Village Art

efit Nashville Friends of the Farmers'

Cheekwood Botanical Garden hosts

and Craft weekend festival offers a wide

Market. Admission is $45 to $125. Con-

the annual Martinis and Mistletoe event

selection of Christmas items and gifts,

tact siptnwinefest@gmail.com; FAQs

from 8-11:30 p.m. It features food, festive

such as toys for all ages, clothing, jewel-

are at SipTN.com/faq-s.

drinks, live music and dancing to the

ry, pottery and collectibles from 260-plus vendors. An array of food choices also will be available. Friday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday: 12-6 p.m.

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Nashville City Center

24/7 Band. Tickets also include access to

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Cheekwood’s Holiday Lights with more than 1 million twinkling lights. Proceeds benefit the Horticultural Society of Middle Tennessee. HSMTN.org

Bridgestone Arena

The 52nd Annual CMA Awards at the Bridgestone Arena will be live on ABC television. Singers Brad Paisley and Carrie

We are always accepting submissions

Underwood will co-host for the 11th time.

for events you'd like to see included

Bransford Avenue

Nominees and winners are determined

in our Calendar section. Submissions

Join the annual Berry Hill Street Festi-

by 7,400-plus CMA members, which was

are accepted via the Contact Us tab

val for holiday creativity from 10 a.m. to

the first trade organization formed for an

at GreenHillsLifestylePubs.com.

Green Hills Lifestyle | November 2018

LOCAL’S CHOICE

Five Tips For Holiday Traveling HOW TO WARD OFF 'ARE WE THERE YET' ANXIETY ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON

WITH ANNUAL HOLIDAY PERIODS BEING BOTH HAPPY AND STRESSFUL TIMES, IT CAN BE CHALLENGING TO KEEP ONE’S WITS DURING ANY TYPE OF TRAVEL. Jim Berkeley, founder and CEO of travel agency Destinations & Adventures International in Green Hills, assures there are some tricks to staying sane during holiday trips, such as the following handful of tips.

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Preparation is key to successful travel experiences. If possible, travel a few days before the holiday rather than the actual day so

you benefit from better fares and less chaos. Keep extra copies of important documents and details (passport, license, visa, ticket confirmation numbers) somewhere else besides with you. Have them on your phone, and give a copy to someone at your office or home. If you hit a travel snag, your contact can provide details quickly and efficiently.

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If you check baggage, take a photo of your suitcase and keep a list of what you packed should your bag get lost and you have to

file a claim. Make sure clothes are weather appropriate for where you’re headed. Regardless, have a carry-on bag with a change of clothes, toiletries and medications so you have necessary items should your luggage get lost or delayed.

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Send presents ahead of time, or give gift cards, to avoid being bogged down by the bulk in transit.

Travel with your own snacks, such as nuts, granola bars, dried fruit and sandwiches.

Be aware, patient and polite. Everyone is trying to get home for the holidays, and ‘tis the season for good cheer. Take note

of your surroundings, leave plenty of time for check-in at airports and navigating traffic jams. Be calm and carry on by listening to your favorite music, taking deep breaths and knowing the travel will be worth being with family and friends.

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