Hendersonville, TN March 2019

MARCH 2019

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LIVING IN STYLE IN THE MUSIC CITY

PAST MEETS PRESENT AT HISTORIC ROCK CASTLE MYERS' FRONT PORCH: A HEALTHY HUB FOR HENDERSONVILLE

LIFESTYLE LETTER

MARCH 2019 PUBLISHER

Lynn Bowles | lynn.bowles@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Rick Murray | rick.murray@lifestylepubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Rick Murray, Lynn Bowles

“Home Is Where the Heart Is.”

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Rick Murray, Lynn Bowles

IT’S A COMMON PHRASE MEANING THAT OUR HOMES ARE A CENTRAL PLACE IN OUR LIVES—WHERE WE REST OUR HEADS, NOURISH OUR BODIES AND MAKE FOND MEMORIES WITH LOVED ONES. It’s the epicenter of our worlds, where we start and end each day, and where we keep our most prized possessions.

This month, we bring you our Home issue, which celebrates the warmth and comfort you experience wherever you call home—whether it’s a cozy apartment, a spacious condo or a modest two-story house. We visit a local historic site and a unique restaurant that bring new definitions to home. We also take a look at some of the area's unique architecture; we’re sure you’ll appreciate the various styles of homes that make Hendersonville special.

We hope this issue inspires you to appreciate the place you call home—both your personal dwelling and our shared community—whether you’ve just moved or it’s a place your family has occupied for generations. Here’s to home sweet home!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MARCH 2019

FEATURES 16 Home Away from Home Vacation Your Way and Book a Luxurious Vacation Rental for Your Next Getaway

18 Yesterday Once More Past and Present are Alive at Historic Rock Castle

22 Living in Style in the Music City Creative Custom Homes Make Hendersonville and Middle Tennessee Shine

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28 Myer's Front Porch: A Friendly, Healthy Difference Where Good Food and Friends Meet

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16 DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Travel Destination

28 Hot Spot 31

Realty Report

32 Lifestyle Calendar

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Dr. Charles Hagood Addresses the Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce The Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce held its first meeting of the year at the Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club on Jan. 8.

During the meeting, Dr. Charles Hagood gave a presentation entitled "The Disruption of Innovation."

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1. Dr. Charles Hagood | 2. Pamela Dotson and Greg Wilson | 3. Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce Board Chair Steve Botts | 4. Susan Johnson and David Moomy | 5. Cheryl Sessler, Dr. Charles Lea and Julie White | 6. Dr. Charles Hagood

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OsteoStrong of Hendersonville Ribbon Cutting The Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for OsteoStrong of Hendersonville on Jan. 9. Owned by David and Lynda Evjen, the business is

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located at 230 New Shackle Island Road, Suite 130.

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1. OsteoStrong holds its ribbon cutting ceremony. | 2. Lynda and David Evjen | 3. Lynda and David Evjen | 4. A large crowd attended the ribbon cutting for OsteoStrong. | 5. Hendersonville Mayor Jamie Clary addresses the gathering. | 6. Lynda Evjen 8

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FitRev of Hendersonville Ribbon Cutting The Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for FitRev of Hendersonville on Jan. 18. The FitRev gym is located at 261 Indian Lake Blvd., Suite 350.

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1. FitRev of Hendersonville is a state-of-the-art fitness facility. | 2. FitRev holds its ribbon cutting. | 3. Hendersonville Chamber representative Bridget Wooden | 4. Gym members are excited about the FitRev ribbon cutting. | 5. Hendersonville Chamber President/CEO Kathleen Hawkins addresses the gathering. | 6. Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Kathleen Hawkins

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Sumner County Unity Day The Sumner County Branch of the NAACP hosted the annual Unity Day March and Celebration on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Jan. 21. The event attracted hundreds of participants from across Sumner County who took part in a ceremonial march, followed by a commemorative program at Gallatin High School.

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1. The 2019 Sumner County Unity Day march gets underway. | 2. Mistress of Ceremonies Leticia Alexander | 3. Local attorney Jim Hawkins | 4. Charles Brinkley | 5. Retired principal Andrew Turner | 6. Sumner County NAACP President Rev. Thomas Staten 10

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CertaPro of Hendersonville Ribbon Cutting The Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for CertaPro Painters of Nashville North-Bowling Green on Jan. 23. CertaPro is located at 313

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E. Main St., Suite 10.

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1. Hendersonville Chamber members enjoy refreshments after the CertaPro ribbon cutting. | 2. CertaPro President Nick Hegeman and 9 Round owner Abby Rice | 3. Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Kathleen Hawkins addresses the gathering. | 4. CertaPro Painters of Nashville North-Bowling Green holds its ribbon cutting. | 5. CertaPro President Nick Hegeman and Hendersonville Lifestyle Publisher Lynn Bowles | 6. Chamber representatives Jenna Rae Hunter and Greg Wilson

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BSA Troop 406 Holds Eagle Scout Court of Honor Boy Scout Troop 406 held an Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony at GodWhy Church on Jan. 25. During the event, six local Boy Scouts received official recognition for having

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earned the rank of Eagle Scout.

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1. Scoutmaster Todd Taylor addresses the crowd. | 2. The latest Troop 406 Eagle Scouts recite the Eagle Promise. | 3. Hendersonville Mayor Jamie Clary presents Eagle Scout Connor Covington with a proclamation. | 4. The six new Eagle Scouts await to be recognized. | 5. Eagle Scout Ryan Ramsey congratulates the new class. | 6. Hendersonville Mayor Jamie Clary addresses the crowd.

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AROUND TOWN

TRISTAR HENDERSONVILLE MEDICAL CENTER WELCOMES HOSPITALIST MEDICAL DIRECTOR

GALLATIN HIGH SCHOOL HOLDS 2019 HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY Gallatin High School held its annual Hall of Fame

On Jan. 7, TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center

event on Friday, Jan. 11. The event was designed to

announced the addition of Dr. Jennifer Everett, D.O.,

recognize former outstanding athletes of Gallatin

internal medicine physician, to the medical staff. Dr.

and Union High Schools.

Everett will oversee the medical center's hospitalist

The event began with a barbecue dinner sponsored

program, the group of physicians who specialize in

as a fundraiser for the Gallatin baseball program. It

the care of hospitalized patients and are available

concluded with a ceremony during which the six

24/7 to provide ongoing and immediate care.

new Hall of Fame members were formally inducted.

"We are fortunate to have a hospitalist program

The 2019 class consisted of Matthew Harber, Denver

at Hendersonville that is filled with experts trained

Howell, Mary Huddleston Malone, Byron McCollum,

in the field of hospital medicine to care for our

Amy Lannom Wilhite and Rob Hosier.

admitted patients," said Regina Bartlett, CEO of TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center.

FREE PREGNANCY ULTRASOUNDS AT VOL STATE The

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Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is offering free ultrasounds for expecting moms in their second or third trimester this spring. The program organizes the scans so that Vol State students can gain experience with real obstetric patients. The scans will be performed in the Sonography Center at the Vol State campus in Gallatin. It’s equipped with six beds, HD screens and state-of-the-art ultrasound machines. All ultrasounds are supervised by a Vol State faculty member. The students will be scanning on Mondays and Wednesdays through the end of April. The scans usually last one hour. Patients must sign a release of liability and

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TRISTAR HENDERSONVILLE AWARDED HIP AND KNEE REPLACEMENT CERTIFICATION TriStar

Hendersonville

Medical

Center

have already had an initial ultrasound exam before

announced on Jan. 14 that it has earned the Joint

they can participate. To schedule an appointment,

Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for Total Hip

please contact Jessica Campbell at 615.230.3322.

and Total Knee Replacement Certification. The cer-

For more information about the Diagnostic Medical

tification reflects an organization's commitment to

Sonography program, visit VolState.edu.

providing safe and effective patient care.

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"TriStar Hendersonville is pleased to receive this certification from the Joint Commission," said Chief Executive Officer Regina Bartlett, TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center. "The certification provides us with the framework to provide the very best quality of care for knee and hip replacement surgery patients in our community."

SUMNER COUNTY BRIDAL SHOW HELD AT EPIC EVENT CENTRE The seventh Sumner County Bridal Show was held at EPIC Event Centre on Sunday, Jan. 27.

Featuring more than 70 wedding vendors, the show attracted hundreds of brides-to-be, groomsto-be and their guests.

The annual event helps engaged couples connect with area businesses offering a variety of wedding products and services, including venues, florists, caterers, musicians/DJs and photographers/videographers.

During the show, the first 100 brides received a special swag bag containing wedding-related goodies.

The event was sponsored by the Gallatin Area Chamber of Commerce.

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Historic Rock Castle's grounds back up to Old Hickory Lake.

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ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY RICK MURRAY

Ye s t e r d a y Once More PAST AND PRESENT ARE ALIVE AT HISTORIC ROCK CASTLE

IMAGINE… What would it be like to play games on the grounds of a mansion built by a man who was friends with Thomas Jefferson and Andrew Jackson?

What would it be like to camp out in woods with roots that precede the Revolutionary War and the founding of the state of Tennessee?

What would it be like to host dinners and parties that draw thousands of guests each year?

Canyon, Toren and Kyran Gilbert don’t have to imagine—they know.

Along with their parents, Sam and Jessica, they enjoy experiences such as these year-round. As the caretakers-in-residence of Historic Rock Castle in Hendersonville, the Gilberts are privileged to live each day in a place preserved in time.

Most Hendersonville residents are familiar with Rock Castle, an 18-acre historic property located on the peninsula at the intersection of Indian Lake Road and Rock Castle Lane. Built in the late 1700s by prominent surveyor and Revolutionary War veteran Daniel Smith, Rock Castle stands today as the oldest structure in Middle Tennessee. The property remained in the hands of the Smith family and descendants until 1969, when Daniel Smith’s great-great-granddaughter Sarah Crosby Berry deeded the property to the state of Tennessee.

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The Gilbert family holds pictures of the Donelson descendants of Daniel Smith in front of Historic Rock Castle.

T I M E L I N E 1779

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1969

2008

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Daniel Smith surveys and maps the boundary lines between North Carolina, Tennessee and Kentucky

Daniel Smith receives land for his service in the Revolutionary War and moves to Tennessee to construct Rock Castle

Old Hickory Dam creates Old Hickory Lake, which floods a portion of Rock Castle’s property behind the house

Sarah Berry turns over Rock Castle to the state of Tennessee; Friends of Rock Castle formed

Sam and Jessica Gilbert and their two sons, Canyon and Toren, move to the Rock Castle grounds to serve as caretakers

Kyran Gilbert is born and moves to the Rock Castle grounds with her family

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Sumner Harvest Days, Songwriters’ Nights,

of Rock Castle that have helped them

a Folk and Bluegrass Festival and the

enrich the lives of their family and the

Wonderland Easter Egg Hunt. Along with

Hendersonville community.

these public events, Rock Castle is also a

before

historical-themed

more than 25 ceremonies each year.

woods to camp out near where the frontier

For most of us, Rock Castle is a fun place

re-enactors have pitched their tents,” Sam says.

“When it gets dark, we can hear the campfire

For the Gilberts, however, it is home.

conversations and smell the food cooking over

Sam, Jessica and their children reside in

open flames. It is very gratifying to be able to

a house located on Rock Castle grounds

share these experiences with my children.”

nestled between the main mansion and Old

When not working formal events, Jessica

Hickory Lake. Although they have lived there

has become passionate about reaching out

for 10 years, the Gilberts have never gotten

and sharing the Rock Castle experience with

over the sense of wonder that comes from

local high school youth.

residing on historic ground.

“Since Sam teaches, we like to host men-

“It’s a huge blessing for our family to be

torship groups of kids from schools who

here living on the property, growing up in

come out and experience Rock Castle,” she

the footprint of history,” Sam says. “We feel a

says. “The more that they come out, the

real sense of responsibility to the community

more they feel they belong.”

because this is such a unique place.”

Over time, many of the youth visitors

“Rock Castle invokes an ongoing sense

realize that they enjoy their time at Rock

of reverence and awe,” Jessica says. “I

Castle so much that they become regular

don’t think that we will ever get over the

volunteers for events.

beauty and grandeur of the property. We

“They learn to love the property as much

still walk out every day and think, ‘Wow, we

as we do; they treat it like a second home,”

live here,’ and it is amazing!”

Jessica says. “This year, we even have some

Given the popularity of Rock Castle, the Gilberts are constantly hosting or planning

1. Toren, Kyran and Canyon Gilbert hold

times,

events, the kids and I will find us an area in the

to visit and attend special outings.

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“Many

popular wedding venue, playing host to

former mentoring students choosing to get married at Rock Castle.”

different occasions. Due to the amount of

When they are not on the job, the

effort involved with each event, running

Gilberts find plenty of time to appreciate

Rock Castle is truly a Gilbert family affair.

living at Rock Castle.

pictures of Daniel Smith Donelson, Polly Smith Donelson and A. J. Donelson.

However, despite the workload, the family

2. Re-enactors fire off a volley during

“The best part of living here is getting to

have taken refuge here,” Sam says. “Some

work events such as Sumner Harvest Days,”

days, it feels a lot like stepping back in time.”

9-year-old Kyran says. “My favorite event is

The children are also appreciative of the

an event at Historic Rock Castle.

3. The Gilbert family: Jessica, Kyran,

Toren, Canyon and Sam pose in a bedroom in Historic Rock Castle.

4. The Wonderland Easter Egg Hunt

is one of Historic Rock Castle’s most popular events

always manages to have a good time.

the Wonderland Easter Egg Hunt. Last year, I had fun dressing up as the Cheshire Cat.”

“I love how the grounds are so open, yet tucked away into a neighborhood,”

Songwriters’ Nights are their favorite events.

Canyon says. “I like having a big yard to

“I love the Songwriters’ Nights,” Canyon

play games in and explore.”

says. “We get to listen to the music, but

“I like the fact that the woods and the

we also get to have fun taking care of the

grounds are right on the lake,” Toren says.

younger kids who come to the events. We

“Our friends love to come over and visit.”

their parents can enjoy the music.”

“Songwriters’ Nights are the best,” Toren says. “I like getting to meet the artists.”

HistoricRockCastle.com

special nature of their home.

For Canyon, 14, and Toren, 13, the

entertain them with toys and games so that

139 Rock Castle Lane, Hendersonville,

“I love being able to look out our windows and see the deer, fox and other animals who

While Sam and Jessica enjoy the events, they have found other aspects

Although many visitors and events have come and gone over the years, the Gilberts remain grateful for their good fortune of living at Rock Castle. They realize that whether humble or historic, there truly is no place like home.

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LIVING IN STYLE IN THE MUSIC CITY ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY LYNN BOWLES

CREATIVE CUSTOM HOMES MAKE HENDERSONVILLE AND MIDDLE TENNESSEE SHINE “HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS.�

Hendersonville, Nashville and surrounding areas are right in the middle of one of the most vibrant home markets in the country. However, despite great market conditions, finding the right home can be a struggle.

Whether you are looking at existing homes or considering a custom build, there are many decisions that have to be made. To help our readers navigate the housing maze, we asked builder Hannah Custom Homes to help us understand some of the issues involved with building a new home.

Founded in 2005 by Dusty Hannah together with his sister, Misty Pyle, and her husband, Jeff, Hannah Custom Homes builds custom-designed homes ranging from 3,000 square feet and up in size.

They offer a wide variety of home designs, including traditional and European styles. Along with their design expertise, Hannah has a proven construction process that helps ensure their customers get exactly what they want in their new homes.

Three of their recent construction projects showcase their design and construction expertise. The first home is a traditional-style 5,000-plus-square-foot home built on 27 Gatlinburg-like acres in the heart of Hendersonville. Among its many amenities, the home offers one room that provides a lookout view of land. Other features include beautiful custom wood beams, a theater room and a custom kitchen with a built-in hidden-paneled refrigerator.

The second home is a French Country/European-style home located on a large lot in Goodlettsville. The home offers a custom kitchen,

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WHAT IS THE COST PER SQUARE FOOT? The actual costs vary with every home, depending upon style, materials and features. Each of our homes is unique based on the aesthetics and plans chosen by the customer, and each is priced accordingly.

WHERE DO I GET MY HOUSE PLANS? For new plans, we assist our customers in having their plans drawn by local architects or draftsmen. Alternatively, stock plans can also be purchased from many sources, including numerous online home design vendors.

WHAT ARE THE PROPER STEPS TO TAKE BEFORE BUILDING A CUSTOM HOME? First, customers need to work with the builder to establish a tentative construction budget. Once the budget has been determined, then financing can be arranged with local lenders as needed. The initial financing will consist of a construction loan which will be later replaced by a permanent home loan once the build is complete.

Next, customers need to locate a suitable parcel of land for the construction site. We usually assist our customers with this process at a very early stage to help them select land that is appropriate for their project. Customers should never finalize their house plans until they have confirmed that their desired land is suitable for building.

Once the plans have been finalized and the land has been selected, we work with our customers to refine the original construction budmaster bath and a beautiful estate exterior. The home features modern

get as needed to make the numbers as accurate as possible. Our

smart-home technology that provides the latest in interior connectivity.

process involves frequent meetings with our customers to avoid any

The final home is a modern Craftsman basement home located in the Pennington Bend area of Nashville. This home’s exterior is

surprises during the construction phase.

Once the final budget has been approved, construction can begin.

based on an exquisite blend of stone and brick topped off by a beautiful roof constructed of shingles and metal. It also offers a

WHAT SHOULD CUSTOMERS LOOK FOR WHEN

three-story round turret on the back of the house, as well as a two-

PURCHASING LAND?

story living room that has a unique see-through fireplace with a view to the outdoors.

At Hannah, every new project begins with an in-depth interview to gain insight into the style, layout and features the customer desires.

If seeking a lot in an existing subdivision, they need to check with the local homeowners’ association to determine if there are any restrictive covenants that could result in construction and/or post-construction problems.

Following the discovery process, the Hannah design team takes the cus-

If a customer desires land located outside of a subdivision, then there

tomer’s wishes and translates them into a custom home design. Once

are several things they need to consider. First, they need to determine if

the design is approved, they follow a streamlined construction process

desired utilities (e.g., gas, electricity, sewer/septic, broadband) are avail-

to ensure that every customer has an enjoyable build experience.

able. Second, they need to have the land evaluated to determine how

Let’s start with a few of the questions that customers typically ask builders.

much site preparation needs to be done before construction can begin.

The site preparation component can prove to be very costly, particularly in areas with heavy rock concentrations or unlevel topography.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO BUILD MY HOME? Every home build time is different depending on the details of the

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MYERS' FRONT PORCH:

A FRIENDLY, HEALTHY DIFFERENCE ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY RICK MURRAY

WHERE GOOD FOOD AND FRIENDS MEET

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“TURQUOISE

(ˈTURˌK(W)OIZ) NOUN:

A GREENISH-BLUE COLOR THAT SYMBOLIZES REFRESHMENT, FRIENDSHIP, LOVE, TRANQUILITY AND LOYALTY.” Turquoise is the first thing you will notice when you enter Myers’ Front Porch.

From

comfortable patio-style

chairs to the paint scheme, the turquoise decor immediately feels welcoming.

And given its symbolic meanings, turquoise is the perfect introduction to the warm, homey environment that permeates the popular restaurant.

“The home feel is quintessential to who we are,” says owner Kori Langford. “My belief is that the world would be a lot better place if we all sat on our front porches and got to know our neighbors.”

Created by Kori and her family in late 2017, Myers’ Front Porch’s mission is to serve up healthy, delicious food in a relaxing, friendly atmosphere. Every day, Kori and her team serve a diverse array of menu items featuring nitrate-free vegetables, locally sourced, healthy ingredients and an assortment of indulgent treats.

However, delivering great food is not Kori’s only goal. She is also working hard to establish her restaurant as a go-to community meeting spot.

“We purposely created a pleasing decor with comfortable patio furniture to help make it feel like a home environment,” Kori says. “We specifically don’t have televisions. We want people to connect and get to know each other.”

Myers’ status as a community hub is further enhanced by outstanding customer service provided by its friendly staff. From the front counter to the kitchen, the entire team operates under a “servant leadership” model in which they endeavor to feed each customers body, mind and soul.

“We believe in operating on a spiritual, Christian basis,” Kori says. “We believe that we are doing what we are called to do. Hospitality is our mission.”

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service points, Kori and her team build in additional time to let staff members connect with customers.

“Our employees are servant-focused and hospitality-focused. They love to get to know our customers and share their life experiences,” Kori says. “Over time, our customers cease to be just customers; they become family.”

Thus far, the Myers’ Front Porch approach has proven successful.

“It’s amazing to me how many people have connected here,” Kori says. “Strangers meet and become friends and regulars here. For example, we have our Tuesday morning knitting group. The group started out with two ladies who like to knit, and it has grown into 12 to 15 people now, most of whom do not knit. Instead of knitting, they come to break bread together and to enjoy each other’s fellowship in a comfortable setting that they have come to love.”

Kori’s feelings are echoed by regular customer and knitter, Denise Jackson-Holder.

“Myers’ is comfortable and welcoming, Julie White fills a drink at the coffee and tea bar.

with yummy food,” Denise says. “My friends and I feel like we are at home here. We laugh, we share. This is our place to come at least once a week to have ‘our time.’”

Denise’s sentiments are also shared by customer Julie White.

“I always see a lot of my friends here,” Julie says. “It is relaxing, welcoming, local. It is also a great place to have business meetings.”

Recently, Myers’ has been hosting additional activities featuring singer/songwriters, actors and comedians. These free events are held along with other traditional gatherings, including birthday parties, club get-togethers and business meetings.

“We want Myers’ to be a fun destination,” Kori says. “We want local folks to think of us as the community-centric place to go.”

Customer Ginger McClendon sums it up well.

“I come to Myers’ Front Porch for lunch and laughs.”

162 E. Main St., Hendersonville 615.447.5556, MyersFrontPorch.com

Tammy Hayes, Arienne Hartman and Rachel Higgs enjoy a moment at Myers' Front Porch.

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REALTY REPORT NEIGHBORHOOD

REALTY REPORT HENDERSONVILLE

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

129 Ashland Pt

$349,900

$325,000

93

85

4

4

118 Hunters Lane

$357,900

$352,500

98

51

4

2

192 Breakwater Dr

$359,900

$354,900

99

28

4

3

89 Valley Brook Dr

$369,500

$369,500

100

43

3

3

107 Hattie Ct

$375,000

$370,000

99

32

4

3

131 Villa Way

$377,900

$377,900

100

99

4

5

1050 Willow Park Circle

$379,000

$374,500

99

11

3

3

101 Sorrel Ct

$379,900

$379,000

100

4

6

3

106 Shadowhaven Way S.

$385,000

$377,500

98

78

4

3

105 Edenburg Dr. Lot 324

$389,900

$389,900

100

23

3

3

117 Edenburg Dr. Lot 330

$394,900

$394,900

100

29

3

3

212 The Hollows Ct

$400,000

$400,000

100

54

4

3

115 Edenburg Drive #329

$429,990

$417,000

97

75

3

3

140 Shorecrest Cir

$445,000

$445,000

100

3

4

4

1294 Sandy Valley Rd

$455,000

$455,000

100

120

4

4

1126 Luxborough Drive

$459,900

$479,683

104

0

4

3

1118 Stirlingshire Dr

$469,900

$450,000

96

141

4

4

111 Flintshire Ln

$473,885

$473,885

100

0

4

3

1004 Heathrow Dr

$480,000

$480,000

100

33

4

4

1576 Drakes Creek Rd Lot 17

$496,239

$496,056

100

0

4

3

129 Flintshire Ln

$510,526

$510,526

100

0

4

3

198 Ashington Circle Lot 74

$511,699

$511,214

100

0

4

3

1335 Drakes Creek Rd

$525,900

$523,400

99

4

3

3

1431 Centerpoint Rd

$559,900

$559,900

100

236

4

3

102 Riva Ridge

$850,000

$850,000

100

5

4

6

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MARCH

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

1–17

5

7

ECHOES OF CONVERSATIONS: A CELEBRATION OF BLACK HISTORY

NASHVILLE PREDATORS WATCH PARTY

BOWEN BUDDIES

Buffalo Wild Wings Gallatin

Historic Mansker's Station

Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center

Can’t

Bridgestone

Bowen Buddies is designed for chil-

Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center will

Arena for the game? The Nashville

dren ages 6–7. Each weekly class will

be hosting Echoes of Conversations: A

Predators are hosting an official

have a different theme, and all will

Celebration of Black History through

watch party at Buffalo Wild Wings in

include crafts, hands-on activities

March 17. The exhibit features the art

Gallatin. Watch the game with family,

and a different educational program

of celebrated Nashville artist Michael

friends and food! Come join fellow

each week. The children will also learn

J. McBride. Admission to the exhibit

Predators fans from 7–10 p.m. and

a different letter and number each

is free to the public.

watch the gold team take another

week. The program runs through April

step toward the Stanley Cup!

25. Admission is $2 per child. For addi-

2 2019 BLEDSOE CREEK WEED WRANGLE Bledsoe Creek State Park

make

it

to

Goodlettsville Visitor's Center &

tional information, call 615.859.3678.

7 PIONEER PALS

Goodlettsville Visitor's Center &

9 COUNTY SUMNER IRISH FESTIVAL

Join the staff at Bledsoe Creek for

Historic Mansker's Station

the 2019 Weed Wrangle. We will

Pioneer Pals is designed for children

Celebrate the spirit of Ireland at the

be removing non-native plants and

ages 3–5. Each weekly class will

2019 County Sumner Irish Festival!

weeds from our scenic hiking trails.

have a different theme, and all will

Live music will be performed by

Whether you are a scout, Tennessee

include storytime, snacks, hands-on

the Def Leprechaun Band, Four

Promise scholar, outdoor enthusi-

activities and songs. The children

Leaf Peat and Kettle of Fish. Special

ast or someone who enjoys a walk in

will also learn a different letter and

beer will be available to purchase

the park, all will be welcome to join

number each week. The program

from Half Batch Brewing. Food items

us in making a difference! For more

runs through April 25. Admission is

will be available from food trucks,

information, call 615.230.8325.

$2 per child. For additional informa-

and vendors will have merchandise

tion, call 615.859.3678.

for sale. Admission is $10 per vehicle.

Bledsoe Fort Historical Park

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16 BABIES AND BEYOND

Hendersonville High School

MARCH

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

Come get a ton of information on all things children.

This event is great for moms-to-be, moms/dads with toddlers, school-age children and grandparents!

16 BE HEALTHY HENDERSONVILLE Hendersonville High School

Learn all the ways to be your healthiest in 2019 from physicians to gyms! Come see us!

16 WINE IN THE WINTER

Hilton Nashville Downtown

Attendees will be able to take a break from the cold and sample more than 130 wines, beer and spirits in a Winter Wonderland setting in the heart of downtown Nashville. Ticket prices $25 to $125.

30–31 BRICKUNIVERSE NASHVILLE LEGO FAN EXPO Wilson County Exposition Center, Lebanon

Join thousands of fellow LEGO fans as they converge at the Wilson County Exposition Center for BrickUniverse LEGO Fan Convention. BrickUniverse LEGO Fan Convention brings it all: LEGO displays, art, building zones, special guests, merchants, experiences and more! The event will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 30–31. Tickets are $15, with children 2 and under free.

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