Music City, TN March 2024

There's No Place Like Home

Home. So much contained in that little four-letter word. Home is our grounding. Our base. Our launchpad. It’s where we start and end each day. And while the particulars look different for each of us, the meaning and value it holds for all of us is undeniable. Author Wendy Wunder said, “The magic thing about home is that it feels good to leave, and it feels even better to come back.”

As you flip through the pages of this issue, we hope you’ll feel encouraged and connected to the people around you - in your city, neighborhood and most all of - your home.

Every month, we hear from readers who keep this magazine for longer than just the month labeled on the cover. They say they hold onto it for months as coffee table art or an accessory in their home. We feel proud to create a resource that is valued in our community and strive every month to deliver the value you expect. Thanks for letting us be a part of your home.

Spring is coming!

KAT SEATON GIARRATANO, PUBLISHER @MUSICCITYCITYLIFESTYLE

TRINITY

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200 Hillside Cottage Lane, Nashville, TN 37207

Offering studio, one, two, and three-bedroom layouts to fit your vibrant lifestyle. Our apartments feature spacious floor plans, high ceilings, designer finishes and fixtures with views of downtown Nashville.

Our amenities bring convenience to your door...

Private workplaces and rentable office space

24/7 fitness center overlooking downtown

Trapeze coffee served by our friendly onsite baristas

Livano Pet Center with day boarding, grooming, and daycare

Resort style pool with cabanas

This is Livano. Live Better.

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1-7: Project Redesign hosted their first annual Girls’ Night Out at 14TENN. It was a fun-filled night with a silent auction, festive pink details by Please Be Seated, catering by Beyond Details, and performances by standup comedian Henry Cho and singer/songwriter Amy Grant. The event grossed more than $100,000 and will benefit many local families as a result. Project Redesign is a non-profit organization that uses donated furniture to help those in need redesign their homes and reclaim their lives.

8-12: Music City hosted the 34th year of the Antiques & Garden Show. The annual celebration of antiques, art, and horticulture has become a staple of Nashville culture. The Show boasts more than 150 exhibitors, magnificent gardens, and more. It also serves as a fundraiser for Cheekwood and ECON Charities – raising nearly $10 million since its inception. The Antiques & Garden Show draws more than 16,000 attendees from all over the world and has become a renowned Southern tradition. Keynote speakers included Ina Garten, Ajiri Aki, and Gabriela Salazar.

Zion Botanical specializes in residential and commercial spaces. Services include consultations, design work, installation and maintenance.

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A ROUNDUP OF NEWS FROM LOCAL BUSINESSES

The Refuge Center Offers Free Counseling for Tornado Victims

The Refuge Center, located in Franklin, recently received a grant from the American Psychiatric Foundation to provide free counseling to Middle Tennessee residents impacted by the tornadoes in December 2023. Made official December 28th at the 'Where We Play' Mental Health event held on Belmont University’s Campus, this grant offers over one hundred free counseling sessions to anyone affected by this tragedy. For more information, visit apafdn.org or refugecenter.org

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Prickly Pear Coffee Introduces Second Location in the Gulch

Prickly Pear Coffee Co. is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its second location, nestled in the vibrant heart of the Gulch. As a woman-owned business, they are dedicated to infusing the truth of the gospel with their unwavering passion for coffee. As they continue to grow, Prickly Pear is excited to bring their unique menu, commitment to quality and passion for community to even more coffee enthusiasts in Nashville.

a&bé Bridal Shop Now Open In Nashville

a&bé bridal shop is now open in The Nations neighborhood of Nashville. Brides can shop bold, modern & romantic wedding gowns from sought-after designers in a design-minded space full of natural light. a&bé is a haven from the same old same old, for Tennessee brides looking for a unique wedding dress and a bridal shopping experience that is undeniably fun, no fuss, and relaxed. Visit  aandbebridalshop.com  or call 615-621-2063 to book your appointment.

Photography by The Refuge Center

Photography by Rayanna Termer

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GET YOUR TICKETS NOW

Each year, 25,000 people attend Percy Warner Park for a day of racing, parties, and fashion at the Iroquois Steeplechase. This year, Nashville’s Rite of Spring is excited for our expanded 2024 ticket options! IROQUOISSTEEPLECHASE.ORG

BEST SEATS IN THE HOUSE

NASHVILLE’ S KOWBOYS

CREATING A LUXURIOUS FLAIR TO ELEVATE YOUR BACKYARD EXPERIENCE

ARTICLE BY MORGAN RAUM | PHOTOGRAPHY BY BOSTON STUDIOS

“We are a  communication company specializing in customer service.”

Kowboy Co. is a middle Tennessee-based construction company that focuses on pool and fence installation. The owners, Kanyon Cashion and Bailey Estes, first met while working their previous jobs at a pool installation company. Kanyon decided to take a venture of his own and start Kowboy Fence Co. in 2021.

A leading fence and gate installation company in Nashville, Kowboy Fence Co. offers high-quality fencing solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial clients. Specializing in various types of fencing - including wood, vinyl, aluminum, chain-link, and farm fences – they offer a wide range of styles and designs to choose from. With a team of experts on their hands, Kowboy Fence Co. is built off effective communication and elevated construction concepts, striving to create a stress-free, seamless process from design phase to installation day.

Eight months into the journey, Bailey joined forces and introduced Kowboy Pool Co. into the mix. The luxury pool building company has a very thoughtful design process; this includes a collection of gelcoat surface colors setting the standard of performance with excellent UV, blister and chemical resistance. Kowboy Pool Co. also allows their customers to stylize and customize their swimming pool to help create their own personal paradise.

Merging the two companies together allowed the business partners to take on more commercial jobs and build a bigger and stronger brand. The pair agreed that what sets their company apart from others is their customer service, stating, “We keep the customer at the center – that’s what we preach to our team here. We always strive to provide more value than what the customer paying.” From handling management to sales, to marketing, to installation, Bailey &

Kanyon value the conversation that surrounds hitting their daily targets and goals. Kowboy Co. is based around making sure the customer has a top-notch experience.

Kanyon added that they often find themselves asking how they can be more transparent in their industry. Customers want to be sure they are getting a good deal, price, etc., which is why Kowboy Co. offers instant pricing on all their services; as well as providing designs in everything they do. "We want to make pricing simple because transparency is the focus.”

Based in the Nations in Nashville, Kowboy Fence and Pool Co. follows a seventy-mile radius while working with clients. While they serve clients all around Middle Tennessee, they are looking forward to creating a bigger presence in the community this year as well as giving back and getting involved with their own local companies.

With plans to expand their brand this year, be sure to stay on the lookout for additional locations and a higher reach to future customers.

To stay up to date with news or to inquire, check out www.kowboyfence. com and www.kowboypools.com. You can also follow them on Instagram @kowboyfence and @kowboypools.

LIVE LUXURIOUSLY AT LIVANO

A NEW FOUND COMMUNITY IN NASHVILLE’S MOST EXCITING NEIGHBORHOOD

New to Nashville, Livano Trinity is a luxury apartment community built on Trinity Lane - peacefully sitting on the outskirts of downtown, it is only minutes away from the hustle and bustle. With fifteen locations, including a brand-new development in the Nations, Livano is a collection of multifamily communities strategically and thoughtfully developed to help residents live richer, deeper, and fuller lives.

ARTICLE BY MORGAN RAUM PHOTOGRAPHY BY KARA WARREN & CHAVELI MUNOZ

“We put a lot of effort into the design process of these properties and making sure they are developed to fit the geographic need and the lifestyle needs of future residents,” shares Tiffaney Alsup, Director of Brand Experience and Marketing at Livano.

Livano’s intentional spaces are beyond just the clubhouse, it’s the entire community. From the sky lounge to the grilling stations, every detail matters. Each space is intentionally designed to promote organic connections among residents. Above all else, Livano values their residents and strives to do all they can to provide them the best possible

experience. Built to foster connection, the Goodfield organization enriches the lives of Livano residents through dynamic programs, events, and service opportunities that create community and enhance personal wellness. Goodfield is made up of one to two people recruited to live in their complex and serve their neighbors; financial assistance is also provided through Goodfield. From introducing themselves to residents, hosting events, offering free resources or just a helpful hand, this is just one aspect that sets Livano apart from other apartment communities.

With the intention to enrich residents’ lives with distinctive amenities, Livano properties

“INTENTIONAL DESIGN. MEANINGFUL CONNECTION. GENUINE CARE.”

feature a fully stocked on-site marketplace, private office workplaces, conference rooms, pet centers that include boarding, as well as self and professional grooming. To top it off, Livano has also crafted and branded their very own coffee line,  Trapeze, to create an exclusive gathering place for residents. Given this is a new feature within Livano, Trinity is one of the lucky developments to include a full coffee shop, barista included, with specialty drinks completely complimentary to residents. With a resort-style pool detailed to perfection with a sun deck, cabanas, and lounge seating as well as a fitness center with 24-hour indoor/outdoor access to the yoga/

spin room, virtual personal training and Echelon Mirrors, Livano Trinity makes every day feel like a vacation.

Located in the heart of the blooming community of north Nashville, Trinity Lane is surrounded by many local favorites, as well as up-and-coming restaurants and shops. Only five minutes from the most popular neighborhoods in Nashville, East Nashville is home to dozens of local breweries and coffee shops, Germantown embodies the Nashville atmosphere with its top-rated restaurants and cozy bars, and of course downtown Nashville with its never-ending rooftops and music venues. Furthermore, currently under the process of

redeveloping sixty-five acres sitting between West Trinity Lane and the Cumberland River, The Riverside will soon be one of Nashville’s go-to centers. At an estimated $2.5 billion, the plan will include plenty of residential, medical, office and retail options. The planned area will include an array of four to seven-story buildings located among West Trinity Lane and buildings fronting Main Street sitting up to twenty-five stories high. Beyond the town center, The Riverside will also include ravine housing and river terraces.

For more information on Livano Trinity, visit www.livanotrinity.com

2024 SEASON TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

As a fully irrigated equine race course meticulously maintained, Percy Warner Park is known for providing perfect racing conditions. Nashville's exciting annual race started in 1941. A range of event ticket options are available, spanning tailgating, VIP areas and private hospitality suites, (boxes currently sold out). For details, visit IroquoisSteeplechase.org

OFF TO ICONIC JUMP RACES MAY 11

IROQUOIS STEEPLECHASE'S 83RD ANNIVERSARY PRESENTS

EXCITING SPORTING EVENT, HOSPITALITY, SOUTHERN FASHION

ARTICLE BY JULIE BROWN PATTON

Photo by James Byrd

Photo by Joan Morrison

Photo by Kris Rae

Nashville's Rite of Spring is galloping in via the Iroquois Steeplechase on May 11 at Percy Warner Park. Gates at 2500 Old Hickory Boulevard open at 8 a.m. with an anticipated attendance of approximately 25,000 for a fun day of racing, parties, community and fashion.

Tod Marks, contributing editor to the National Steeplechase Association, writes that the race creates an unprecedented one-two punch for the NSA, with Grade 1 stakes running on consecutive Saturdays. "On May 11, seven days after the Commonwealth Cup, Percy Warner Park in Nashville plays host to the $200,000 Calvin Houghland Iroquois, the centerpiece of the spring calendar. Unlike the Commonwealth Cup, the Iroquois is contested as a weight-for-age event and, at a distance of 3 miles, making it the longest hurdle stakes of the year."

Tod indicates this is the first time the NSA has had back-to-back G1s (Grade 1 as the higher designation among two grades) in the spring.

To increase participation from equine owners and national trainers in this two-state racing extravaganza, Tod shares that Tennessee officials bumped up total purses to $475,000, including two $40,000 Sport of Kings maiden special weights hurdles and a $45,000 handicap for horses rated at 120 or less (up from $35,000 last season). Other card highlights include the $75,000 Green Pastures novice stakes and $50,000 Margaret Currey Henley filly and mare stakes.

“We're hoping for our biggest turnout yet,” says Dwight Hall, chairman of the Iroquois Steeplechase Race Committee and 1977 winner. “Our patrons are eager to enjoy a full day of horse racing, food, fashion and music at the beautiful Percy Warner Park. There really is something for everyone out here, and we encourage everyone to purchase tickets and tailgating packages early, as tickets are limited.”

Iroquois Steeplechase participants are reminded to print parking passes at home and display on dashboards. Guests can enjoy innovative food trucks and full-service bars throughout the grounds for their convenience. Coolers are still allowed

but no glass containers, pets, propane grills, pyrotechnics, fireworks, firearms or amplified music. Children 12 and younger are free in the tailgating areas.

SCHEDULE OF RACE DAY:

8 a.m.: RV Tailgating opens.

8:30 a.m.: Inside the track tailgating opens (Topside, Centerfield, Midfield and Railside Tents).

9 a.m.: Stirrup Club tailgating and Family Area tailgating opens.

9:30-11:30 a.m.: Royal 615 Lounge opens for pre-party drinks.

10:30 a.m.: RV and ‘inside the track’ tailgating vehicles must be in place.

11:00 a.m.:  Stirrup Club and Family Tailgating vehicles must be in place. Turf Club, Hunt Club and Paddock Club tents open.

Noon: Opening Ceremonies.

1 p.m.: The first race begins.

1:40 p.m.: Race 2 begins.

1:55 p.m.:  Stick Horse Race; a time-honored tradition at the Iroquois Steeplechase is watching kids compete in the Michael Stanley Stick Horse Race. Signup is located at the 99.7 WTN Tent in the Family Area.

2:20 p.m.: Race 3 begins.

3 p.m.: Race 4 begins.

3:40 p.m.: Race 5 begins.

3:55 p.m.: Parade of Hounds.

4:20 p.m.: Race 6 begins.

Approximately 5:30 p.m.:  Iroquois Society, Paddock Club, Royal 615 and Hunt Club tents close 15 minutes after the final race ends.

Since being designated as one of the Steeplechase-related primary beneficiaries in 1981, Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt has received more than $11 million from The Volunteer State Horsemen's Foundation proceeds. In addition, the organization supports other nonprofits and charities, such as Friends of Warner Parks, and the Foundation for the Horse, whose supporters are dedicated to improving horse health and well-being.

Photo by Joan Morrison

Photo by Christy Hunter

Photo by Wade Payne

ZONE BLUE

What’s the secret to a happy, healthy, and long life? Believe it or not, it’s actually quite simple: There are no secret ingredients, no sizable expenditures, and absolutely zero manufactured elements of any kind. Dive in with us as we share insights from our interview with the internationally renowned Blue Zones Founder, National Geographic Explorer, and award-winning journalist who is revolutionizing the way Americans make choices that can lead to living your best life.

For over twenty years, Dan Buettner has been fully committed to studying the health and longevity of Americans as well as influencing the proper and attainable health-centric environments our communities should embody. What started with identifying five “blue zones” around the world where people are both living longer as well as enjoying a higher quality of life in their elder years has now also evolved into proactively creating eco-systems where our communities engage in setting the standard for clean health.

Most of us are well aware of the “American way of life” we reside in, that being one of convenience in all shapes and forms. We excel in offering the most fast food options in any country. We rank at the top of the most cars per household. We embrace a sedentary at-home lifestyle. In short, we categorically live in a country where processed foods and ultra-convenience, unfortunately, translate to life-threatening health diseases and a lack of organic joy.

What is the best news of all? All of these characteristics are wildly easy to overcome with effortless, yet conscious pivots to making better decisions with our time, our food, and our focus. Ask yourself: Are you driving or walking? Are you connecting socially? Set your sights on avoiding the majority of processed foods and start eating a largely whole-food and plant-based diet that will (statistically) give you another 10-12 years on your life.

Buettner’s first cookbook, The Blue Zones Kitchen, is a fantastic resource featuring ingredients and cooking methods that can increase longevity, wellness, and mental health. The recipes also include lifestyle tips such as proper portion sizes and the best times to eat dinner. Plus, check out his additional seven books that dig deep into the exact foods you should eat to how your circle of friends and family can influence your quality of life.

Who do you hang out with? Happiness is contagious. “The Blue Zone approach is to go through your contact base and think of some friends whose recreation is pickleball, biking, or gardening. Who will care about you on a bad day and have a meaningful conversation? Identify one or two friends who are vegan or vegetarian and show you how and where to eat whole foods. Actively invite them out for lunch, and bring them into your social circle: this will have a bigger, long-term impact on your behavior than any new diet or exercise, and it costs you zero. Plus, there is a ton of data that shows it works, and it’s long-term.”

Every time you go out to eat, you will consume an extra 300 calories that are laden with more sodium, sugar, and oil than eating at home. “Get your hands on a plant-based cookbook, pick a dozen recipes, and cook those with your family on Sundays. If you make the effort to cook it with your family, you will gain the skills and learn to make some good and whole food plant-based recipes.”

Tap into Dan’s wisdom that is creating a new category of places that are not merely the legacy of a healthy culture, but more consciously created by enlightened individuals that are intent on supercharging healthier communities!

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