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48 Reclaim, Repurpose & Reuse
52 From Brown to Green
60 2016 O’More Show House
70 Pickin’ 101
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Beauty Junkie with Julie Jorgensen A Little Something Extra The Kentucky Derby & The Hat Fashionable You Spring Into Fashion Your Best Self What Gardeners Know About Life Your Health & Wellness Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital Interior Thinking with Jane Martin Welcome Home Exquisite, Dreamlike Estate The Lady Entertains Baby Showers
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Your Community Partner PARKS Realty Your Charitable Self Hard Bargain Association Days Gone By with Margie Thessin Your Education Teaching to Test School Calendar Your Kids with Ginger Jones
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Spring Has Sprung
“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.” — Anatole France
Dear Readers, I think we can all agree, it’s great to see the spring! Spring like weather, spring in our steps, springing forward for an extra hour of day light…. Hmmm… I like that word SPRING! It’s got a lot of pep and positive meaning. No, I still don’t spring out of bed each morning (just not a morning person), however, my family has been excited to wake up each day in our new home we just recently moved to in downtown Franklin. We look forward to many a parade and festival, not to mention holidays and strolls to downtown businesses including our own office! All of this in the last month amidst what was a sad farewell to one of our family members – Queenie the Pug. Queenie and I have been synonymous for nearly 16 years. She and her sister Scarlett (who we lost nearly two years ago), were my most steadfast companions and friends. Losing Queenie was in a sense, an end of an era, as we began such a wonderful new one in our new home. Goodbye to my old friend – and also to several four legged loved ones of friends that same week in March. Sweet dreams Sammy and Butterbean. But with spring comes re-birth and so, in March, we also welcomed a new four legged personality to our midst – a French Bulldog named Tallulah Barkhead. She is just the right mix of sweetness and mischief to keep Keeling on her toes and add a spark of new joy to our lives. Aren’t pets truly a blessing? They never ask for anything except for love. Which is certainly easy to give! Welcome Tallulah to Main Street! April brings showers and LOTS of events. Did I say LOTS of events? The somewhat lull after the holidays has officially subsided, so take out your white shoes and linen and get ready. It’s a marathon of fun from now
til Memorial Day. Everything from wine tastings like A Vintage Affair to the greatest two minutes in sports at the Kentucky Derby. We are getting geared up for Steeplechase and lots of home tours – and speaking of Main Street – do not miss the O’More Show House coming up later this spring in historic downtown Franklin. The trees are blooming, the flowers budding, the pollen choking…. And all the while clothing gets lighter, shoes get more open toed, and we begin to enjoy a walk, a cookout, a porch swing. Sigh. I think the season of mint juleps and moonlight is upon us and I am waxing southern and melodramatic, but it sure does feel good to live in Williamson County in the spring! Enjoy! Shelly Robertson Birdsong Founder, Publisher shelly@robertsonmediagroup.com
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A Southern Gentleman Is . . . Danny is a Broker with Parks Realty on Main Street in downtown Franklin. Danny will be the new contributing his musings, advice, tips and tales for the Gentlemen (and ladies) of Williamson County.
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Connie is a certified life coach that specializes in helping people love the life they have and from there, create the life they always envisioned. She will show readers ways to find peace and calm.
Katie is a graphic designer, photographer and stylist. She is the art director and creator of stylingmyeveryday.com, a food and lifestyle blog with a focus on styling, entertaining and DIY.
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MARGIE THESSIN
Jane and her company Special Effects by Jane have been providing incredible design services to middle Tennessee for many years. Jane Martin can take your home to the next level of sophistication – using what you have in a whole new way.
Margie is the owner of Franklin on Foot and a Williamson County historian. She is also the author of Ghosts of Franklin, Tennessee’s Most Haunted Town and Lizzie’s War.
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JULIE JORGENSEN Beauty Junkie
Julie is our go-to gal for all things beauty - She scouts out the best deals and the best beauty tricks around. She treats readers to some hilarious insight into the world of what it takes to be fabulous!
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April 10, 3pm–5pm | Embassy Suites Cool Springs
An afternoon of giving to Children’s Hospital by children. The event will include a “Behind the Scenes” glimpse at a runway show; kid-friendly, stylish fun, a walk down the runway, and a chance to learn what a charity event looks like. This is the second of three events in the Friends & Fashion event series. childrenshospital.vanderbilt.org/sundae
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The 16th annual events for A Vintage Affair features a unique experience each night. The festivities begin with the Meet the Vintner dinner at Sperry’s Restaurant in Cool Springs, followed by “A Vintage Affair goes Country” at Green’s Grocery in Leiper’s Fork and then the Main Event will be held at The Factory. The events bring together the people of Williamson County who share in a passion for wine and giving back to those in need. avintageaffair.org
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The 2016 Pieces of Hope event includes a night of fun, full-bar service, appetizers and dinner, silent and live auctions, a raffle, featured performers, client testimonials, and Rubiks Groove will be performing. All proceeds from Pieces of Hope go to support Autism Tennessee’s advocacy, service and education for individuals living with an autism spectrum disorder, their families and their surrounding communities. autismtn.org
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SOCIAL | Legacy Ball Story & Photography by K. York The 10th annual Legacy Ball, “Dancing for the Stars,� was held at the Embassy Suites in Cool Springs in March. The Ball raises funds to support the programs and services of Davis House who provides assistance to children who are victims of physical and sexual abuse. The evening began with a wine reception and silent auction followed by dinner, a "not so silent" auction and then, of course, dancing! The highlight of the evening was the recognition of volunteers and service providers for their relentless dedication to the work of the agency. Davis House believes children need to be heard and respected. For more information, visit davishousecac.org. Molly & William Tarpy, Bethany & Brett Corrieri, Natasha & George Corrieri
Jeremy Robb & Jessica Hart
Corinne Akin, Elizabeth Roddy & Mary Bush
Milly Elkin-Crenshaw, Dan & Justine Vild
Brenda Davis & Jim Russell
Kathy & Don Webb, Lori Orme
Martin & Allison Spears, Rebecca & Travis Walters
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Brittany Stevens & Kimi Dement
Richard Cash & Denise Andre
Janis & Jim Martin
Cynthia & Chris Vernon
Joe & Catherine Fleenor, Karen Rowe, Horatio & Michelle Barren, Greg Gaul
Torrey Barnhill, Kelly McCollum & Catherine Kearney
Whitney & Drew Britt
Debi Conway, Anthony Silverstro & Shea Conway
Suzie DeYoung, Donna Dukes & Katie Myers
Cyndia & Tracy Miller
Paul & Lynne Wills
Marshall Bartlett, Jonathan Bobbitt & Joe Roddy
Ashley & Mike Fitz, Julie Corrigan
Jay & Julie Miller
Jeff & Kristen Mayfield
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LIFESTYLE | Beauty Junkie
Batter Up!
BY JULIE JORGENSEN
Don’t worry, sweet friends, I’m not going to talk about baseball. No offense intended to you savvy ladies who dig Spring Training this time of year - it’s just not my strong suit. I’m talking about batting those lashes! It’s been a while since I wrote about my favorite beauty product: mascara. I love it. I’m always trying a new one, and I’m always asking friends which one they like. I could care less about what’s going on at the baseball diamond, but I’m up to “bat” if y’all are.
The idea of making our eyelashes darker and more dramatic is nothing new. Thousands of years ago, ancient Egyptians combined a deep pigment called kohl with crocodile (ahem) droppings, water, and honey to create the first iteration of mascara. Let’s all pause for a second and be thankful that we are not ancient Egyptians. The men even got in on the mascara action, as the notion of concealing the eyes was believed to ward off evil spirits. The fad fell by the wayside until the Victorian era, when women would combine ashes and berries over a fire to coat their lashes. Fast-forward to 1917, when cosmetics giant Eugene Rimmel had the genius idea to join the then-new ingredient petroleum jelly with coal dust to make the world’s first cake mascara. In the same year, 18 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | APRIL 2016
a lady named Maybell Williams combined the same jelly with oils to give lashes a healthy shine, and the brand Maybelline was born. A few short years later, the eyelash curler came into being, not much different from the one we use today, to give that wide-eyed look. It wasn’t until 1958 that Revlon introduced the first-ever mascara in a tube with a spiral brush. Not to be outdone, Maybelline introduced the still-cult-favorite Great Mascara in 1971. Since then, we’ve seen all kinds of brush shapes, formulations and colors that can make our lashes look anywhere from subtle to shocking. As a rule of thumb, there’s no shade that makes your eyes “pop” like basic black, but you rare birds with blonde lashes might want to opt for a brownblack to avoid making the contrast between your lashes and your hair and brows look too stark. Layering a colored mascara over your base coat is fun: cobalt blue will make the whites of your eyes whiter and, therefore, appear larger. A purple shade will bring out the green in your eyes, and a metallic is fun and super-glam for the holidays. Just don’t go overboard with crazy colors if you want to be taken seriously. This is not the ‘80s, and you are not Debbie Gibson. I guess it’s obvious at this point that I’m a bit of a mascara fiend. I will not rest until I have found the be-all, end-all Holy Grail of mascaras that will make all who I encounter rend their garments and gnash their teeth over the sheer, unadulterated perfection that rims my tiny peepers. I want a full, lustrous fan of glossy dark lashes that render everyone around me faint with just the slightest flutter. To date, my all-time reigning faves are Cover Girl Lash Blast Volume (low-end) and Chanel Le Volume (high-end) for giving me a fat, healthy-looking fringe. That said, neither of those would take my lashes to logic-defying status without a healthy coat of Lancome Cils Boost primer underneath it all. Friends, I can’t stress enough the importance of a lash primer. Think of it as Spanx for your lashes. The right primer hugs and separates each lash,
BUYING GUIDE Cover Girl and Maybelline: local drugstores Touch In Sol: Sephora.com (online only) Latisse: Ren Dermatology Lancome and Benefit: Macy’s
adding extra “oomph” to whatever mascara you choose. I’ve tried primers that run the gamut from drugstore-cheap to boutiquefancy, and none of them come close to Cils Boost. On the opposite end of the spectrum are you gals who have full eyelashes that might be on the shorter side. Look for a formula that has length-building fibers, like the newfangled Touch In Sol Paper Pusher mascara. Utilizing paper fibers normally found in traditional Korean paper, this mascara lengthens like no other with just one coat. Other all-around great options are Benefit. They’re Real! (points for the name alone) and Maybelline Lash Stilletto. Some girls swear by lash extensions for a longer-term solution. I’ve never done them myself, but can offer some advice: don’t go too extreme. Find a reputable aesthetician or brow-and-lash specialist. There’s definitely some upkeep involved, but my friends who get extensions swear by them. A cheaper route can be had via good old-fashioned glue-on strip lashes. They’ve come a long, long way since the days of watching your mama wrestle with them before a night out: there are some surprisingly natural-looking options out there, and they’re really easy to apply and remove. Do yourself a favor and size them to your lash line first, trimming with hair scissors before applying if needed. It’s that it doesn’t matter how you get that enviable flirty fringe, girls, just go get it. There’s no other beauty product out there that can make you look more awake, alive and “oh, hi there” than a good mascara, so take the time to go find your favorite. You’ll be glad you did, especially when you find yourself up to “bat”! Cheers to that!
LIFESTYLE | A Little Something Extra
THE KENTUCKY DERBY
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The Hat The spectacular female fashion often seen at the Kentucky Derby is not solely a product of modern times; rather, opulent feminized dress has played a large role in the history of the Kentucky Derby. What Derby founders envisioned was a racing environment that would feel luxurious, reminding people of European horse racing. For a well-to-do late nineteenth and early twentieth century woman, a day at Churchill Downs, especially on Derby Day, was an opportunity to be seen in the latest of fashions. A journalist from a 1901 Courier Journal stated, “The seats in the grandstand were filled with gaily dressed women and men. The mass of green, pink, red, yellow, blue, all the colors of the rainbow, blending into one harmonious whole was as beautiful a sight as His Eminence in the lead.” Nothing is more prominent amidst the parade of fashion beauty than the millinery. The hat has become synonymous with the race’s place in history In stands along the racetrack, you see ladies flaunting elegant attire with flamboyant hats perched on their heads like crowns. Men accompany their classy ladies, decked out in sharp suits and ties, embodying a look that’s classic, cool and edgy, or bold and flashy. This is the Derby look. The history of Derby fashion stems from the era of famous long-established races such as the Royal Ascot (1711) and the Epsom Derby (1779) in England. The popular term “derby” was even coined from the Epsom Derby—originally named The Derby after one of its founders, Lord Derby. When these races were established in the 18th Century, the racetrack was a place of not only sport but also class. Originating as a social engagement among the upper class, the racetrack
was characterized as a venue where you dressed formally and stylishly, displaying your station in society. Wearing hats was not only the trend in the early years of these races, but a form of etiquette that distinguished classes. As the racetrack quickly attracted people from beyond the upper class, many people wore hats and formal wear to uphold the level of class and showcase their own style.
As times and fashions have changed, tradition has remained the same— most notably with hats and fascinators. If you’ve dreamed of the chance to dress in the formal style of another era and still look fashionable, this is your opportunity. The Derby isn’t just any race—it’s an experience that never goes out of style. Every year the hats get more outlandish, more colorful and more expensive. Sounds like an American tradition, if ever there was one! Do not miss the “Greatest two minutes in sports,” The 142nd running of the Kentucky Derby, May 7th. For more information, go to kentuckyderby.com. Whether you make the pilgrimage to Churchill Downs or watch at your favorite Derby soirée, make sure your hat is fabulous!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR MIDDLE TENNESSEE’S BEST KENTUCKY DERBY PARTY.
K E N T U C K Y D E R B Y PA RT Y
Saturday, May 7th | 4 – 8 PM Westhaven Golf Club, Franklin, TN Run For the Roses race coverage, Mint Juleps and traditional Derby fare, dancing, silent auction To purchase tickets, go to WomenOfWilliamson.org
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SOCIAL | Denim & Diamonds Story & Photography by K. York Liberty Hall at the Factory hosted a sold out crowd for Battle Ground Academy’s 2nd annual Denim & Diamonds fundraising event. Guests enjoyed a gourmet meal and were treated to some of the best music in Nashville. Performers and songwriters, Brent Anderson, Monty Criswell, Casey Beathard and Jimmy Charles warmed up the crowd before the headliners, Jonathan Jackson + ENation took the stage. Jonathan is a five-time Emmy Award winning actor and star of the television show, Nashville. BGA’s Parent Association volunteers present many events throughout the year to showcase students, provide financial support for the school and allow parents the opportunities to get to know each other. For more information on Battle Ground Academy, go to battlegroundacademy.org.
Elizabeth & Mark Puryear
Andy & Jennifer Graham, Amy & Scott Cranford
O’MORE COLLEGE OF DESIGN
Tsianina & Michael Lohmann, Kevin & Sharon Thompson, Christina & James Lohse
Thursday, May 12 JOHN C. TUNE AIRPORT
FASHION SHOW 8.00PM
Greg Graddy, Lee Kennedy & Brandon Robertson
Rebekah Rinehart & Margaret Uribe
GENERAL ADMISSION $50.00 VIP TICKETS $125.00 To purchase tickets or for more information go to: WWW.OMOREFASHIONSHOW.COM
Brett Warren Photography Designer, O’More alumna Adrianna Ward
Amy & Andy Sale
David Webber, Jay & Paige Cleveland
LIFESTYLE | Fashionable You
SPRING INTO FASHION
This time of year boasts lighter fabrics, brighter colors, bolder prints and brings a fresh new look after the winter season. Macy’s has the latest trends for your spring attire this year. From lace jackets, Bohemian inspired looks and show-stopping sandals — Macy’s has everything you need to bring your closet from drab to springtime fab. Enjoy these spring fashions courtesy of the Macy’s 2016 Spring Look Book. For more fabulous looks and where to shop, go to macys.com.
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BOHEMIAN I•N•C INTERNATIONAL CONCEPTS® $79.50
AMERICAN RAG SUEDE FRINGE SKIRT $49.50
I•N•C INTERNATIONAL CONCEPTS® NECKLACE $39.50
I•N•C INTERNATIONAL CONCEPTS® SANDAL $99.50
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STYLE & CO. SPLIT NECK LACE PEASANT TOP $99.50 FLARE JEANS $54.00
I•N•C INTERNATIONAL CONCEPTS® $79.50
AMERICAN RAG MAXI DRESS $69.50
MATERIAL GIRL CROPPED TOP $34.50 SKIRT $39.50
BAR I I I GLADIATOR SANDAL $99.50
ITALIAN INSPIRED BAR I I I NAVY CAMO SUIT JACKET $425.00 PANTS $175.00 NAVY SNEAKERS $79.99
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I•N•C INTERNATIONAL CONCEPTS® SLIM BLAZER $129.50 SLIM PANTS $59.50 OMBRE BUTTON DOWN $59.50
CLUB ROOM NAUTICAL PRINT BUTTON DOWN $49.50 SHORTS $46.00 NAUTICAL BELT
AMERICAN RAG PRINTED BUTTON DOWN $29.98 DROP CROTCH CAPRI JOGGERS $40.00
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THE GOOD LIFE CHARTER CLUB NECKLACE $48.50
ALFANI CIRCLE LACE DRESS $99.50
I•N•C INTERNATIONAL CONCEPTS® WATERMELON CLUTCH $99.50
I•N•C INTERNATIONAL CONCEPTS® SHOE $119.50
THALIA SODI EARRINGS $69.50
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SOCIAL | An Evening with The Stars
Story & Photography by K. York GraceWorks rolled out the red carpet at the Embassy Suites Cool Springs for An Evening with the Stars. Guests dressed as their favorite celebrities, television and movie characters for a fun evening of dinner and entertainment by Elvis and special guest, Michael Ricks. Michael, a music artist, shared his inspiring story of walking in a new day and standing in hope thanks to the ministry and services provided by GraceWorks. The nonprofit agency provides family support, hunger prevention, seasonal need and educational programs to families in need throughout Williamson County. See more about their programs and services at graceworksministries.net.
Chanelle & Dustin Guyton
Karen Jackson, Larry, Moe, Curly & Christine Neild
Danny & Erin Saurers, Susan & Richard Ellis
Sandy & Batson Haynie, Deborah McDonald
Shane & Jennifer Boyd, Karen Costello
Greg & Darci Caesar
Cheryl Brown & Debbie Maffett
Bet Joabe & Amy Andrade
Chuck Baril & Kristi Sylvester
Chris & Terry Appenzeller, Monica Hayes & Tami Harris
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Peggy Overbey, Han Solo & Debra Welborn
Raquel Chaney, John Wayne & Michael Chaney
Ellen Maddux, Stacy Clayton & Jan Erwin
Ingrid & Luis Sura
Troy & Sheryl Waugh
Donna & Kenneth Choate
LIFESTYLE | Your Best Self
WHAT GARDENERS KNOW ABOUT LIFE In the process of planning my garden this year, I thought about the similarities between life and gardening and what a great article topic that would be. While researching this idea, I came across Maria Rodale’s blog on the subject. It was too good not to share. Here are some of her thoughts on why gardening is a metaphor for life. YOU HAVE TO HAVE A VISION AND BIG DREAMS. If you don’t have a vision and big dreams, you might get stuck just doing those menial jobs. But no, I always have a scheme up my sleeve, some big project. My current yard is the result of a lot of big dreaming and a lot of hard work. It’s easy to get stuck if you don’t have a vision as to where you want to go and how you want to get there. Working toward your dreams makes all the hard work worth it. YOU HAVE TO HAVE PATIENCE. You can’t force a seed to grow faster than nature intended it to. You can’t make a tree bear fruit on schedule. Or get someone to do something when they are not quite ready. You’ve got to wait. I think about this sometimes when I send an email and don’t hear back right away. LEARN HOW TO DEAL WITH THINGS THAT ARE TOTALLY OUT OF YOUR CONTROL. Weather, bugs, groundhogs, annoying people, family members - the usual list. Every garden, every job, every life has its things that are out of control. Sometimes patience works. Sometimes you need other skills.
It’s really about spirituality. Gardening is a metaphor —Tom Spencer
IT’S HARD TO DO IT ALONE. You can do it alone, but it’s so much lovelier if you can do it with others, whether it’s your kids, partner, or friends. The reality is there will almost always be a time when you need someone’s help - someone to help you eat all your extra tomatoes - and it’s always better if you have people around to help out when you need it.
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SOMETIMES YOU HAVE TO LET THINGS GO. Maybe it’s a favorite tree that falls down in a storm, or another tree that grew too big for the space it was planted in. Weeds, branches, animals gardening is a process of culling, selecting, making hard decisions, and saying good-bye sometimes. But lately, I’ve been really thinking about the concept of making room for new things and how sometimes that can’t happen unless you say good-bye to old things. IT’S ALL ABOUT LOVE. Ultimately, the rewards for gardening and living can’t be measured in time, dollars, or possessions. It’s only about love. We do it for love. Love is the reward. Love is all that matters. Maybe love is all that lasts after we are gone, too. Well, love and trees. You can find Maria Rodale’s full blog, “11 Reasons Why Gardening Is the Perfect Metaphor for Life” in the 4/24/13 edition of The Huffington Post. Happy Planting! Be you. No apologies. Connie
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SOCIAL | Wine, Women & Shoes
Story & Photography by K. York The Fourth Annual Wine, Women & Shoes fundraising event for Nashville’s YWCA, was held at the Omni Nashville Hotel. It was an afternoon of shopping from an array of vendors, live and silent auction, lunch and tastings of fine wines from the top vintners across the United States. Motivational speaker, Steve Connell, captivated the crowd with a moving message, and country music singer and songwriter Phil Vassar performed for the crowd. Funds support Jessica Guzman, Morgan Momcilovich, the YWCA’s domestic violence services including Hunter Hurt, Beth Walker & Madison Foley a 24 - hour hotline, counseling services, sending children to summer camps and transitional housing for women in need. For more information, visit ywcanashville.com.
Jessica Beattie, Mike & Catherine Murphy, Amanda Bartkowiak, Hali Burns, Elizabeth Foy & Jeni Smith
Alexandria & Alfred Alli
Lauren Evans & Caroline Jeronimus
Leslie Spedding, Debe Dohrer & Paula Dunlap
Ashlee Meier, Amiya & Wakeela Simmons
Lisa Faricy & Mila Grigg
Nancy Leach, Evan Austill & Ashlyn Meneguzzi
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Alex Howard, Peter Thomashefski & Lauren Schmitt
Lauren Stout & Erik Lindsey
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MONTHLY | Ms. Social Grace
Ms. Social Grace’s Guide to Noisy Neighbors Dear Ms. Social Grace: For the first time in two years, our family is taking a family vacation. I’m writing this from my beach chair in Rosemary Beach. First of all, I want to say how grateful I am to be able to go to the beach and enjoy time with my family – it’s a much needed break. I love our spot. We picked it because our children are now old enough to ride bikes, and we feel safe in giving them a little freedom. But, let’s get right to it, the folks that are staying above us sound like a herd of elephants all day long! It sounds like they are clog dancing from 7 in the morning until late into the evening. So, what do I do? Go up there and demand they quiet down? Bang on the ceiling? Or contact our rental agent? It’s driving me crazy that we spent all of this money, and we can’t relax. Any thoughts? Thank you! Looking for Respite in Rosemary
Dear Looking for Respite in Rosemary: Ms. Social Grace is delighted to hear that you and your family have some time away from home and are enjoying the beach in Florida. The answer to solve your issue is definitely to contact the rental agent. The agent isn’t emotionally involved, and he or she wants each family to feel happy about their experience on the site. If you were staying in a hotel and had noise issues, you would probably contact the front desk. Treat this situation the same way, and let the folks that are professionals take care of you and their other guests. You chose your location by the amenities, safety and quality of the site, and as you said, you paid “all this money” for the rental. Let that same good choice guide you to allowing others to help you. Ms. Social Grace knows that by the time you read this, you will be back in town and your children will be back in school, and is hopeful that you were able to resolve the situation and relax in Rosemary. Ms. Social Grace Ms. Social Grace uses several resources including the etiquette defining tomes of Miss Manners as a reference for all responses regarding appropriate behavior. You can get advice on questions of etiquette by writing to Ms. Social Grace at AskMs.SocialGrace@yourwilliamson.com.
SOCIAL | Polar Plunge Story & Photography by K. York Williamson-Maury Habitat for Humanity held its first Polar Plunge & Winter Festival at the Westhaven Residents’ Club this winter. Fortunately the weather was unexpectedly warm, but the water was still a cool 51 degrees! It was a fun, family-friendly event with DJ Louis Lee, face painting and other children’s activities, food trucks and of course, those bold “plungers.” Dana Minetos and Jessy Moore were recognized for raising the most monies for the first Polar Plunge event supporting Habitat for Humanity’s affordable housing mission.
Jill, Jessy & Becket Moore
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SOCIAL | Ten for Tenn Society Dinner Jennifer and Jamey Parker hosted the Studio Tenn Ten for Tenn Society Dinner at their beautiful Franklin home in March. The evening honored the top donors of Studio Tenn with an incredible show by Studio Tenn artists and then dinner. Studio Tenn is a professional regional theatre company and a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Franklin. Its programming centers around innovative, custom-designed presentations of classic plays and musicals as well as an original “Legacy� series of theatrical concerts celebrating the work of time-honored musicians. For information on how to donate or for upcoming shows, visit studiotenn.com.
Jennifer & Jamey Parker
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Jim & Trish Muntro, Sharon Larsen & Allan Hunter
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LIFESTYLE | Your Health & Wellness
BRIGHT FUTURES Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals, treating and helping prevent all health issues ranging from colds and broken bones to heart disease and cancer. The Children’s Hospital is a nonprofit facility. They strive to help children receive the care they need even if there are limitations on the patient’s ability to pay. Friends and Fashion is the signature annual Fashion Show event coordinated by Friends of Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt and benefiting the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. This event, along with Sundae with Friends, raises funds to benefit the Children’s Hospital. Each year, the runway show features models that are current or past patients of the hospital. These children have stories of strength and survival and have the Children’s Hospital to thank in a big part for it.
MEET SOME OF THIS YEAR’S CHILD MODELS AND LEARN A BIT MORE ABOUT THEIR STORY OF OVERCOMING IMPOSSIBLE HEALTH BATTLES. KYLE BARBARITE, AGE 11 Kyle is a craniofacial patient who had cleft lip and palette procedures at Children’s Hospital. He wants to play professional hockey someday and counts Nashville Predators center Mike Fisher and his dad as his role models. He attends Edmondson Elementary School.
LILY HENSIEK, AGE 15 Lily recently celebrated five years of being off treatment for leukemia. A freshman at Independence High School, she is a volleyball player and raises money for Lily’s Garden Childhood Cancer Research Fund at Vanderbilt. She wants to be a pediatric oncology nurse practitioner one day.
HANNAH JEANS, AGE 12 Hanna’s family was visiting Nashville when preparing to relocate from the UK when she was admitted into Children’s Hospital for toxic shock and sepsis as a complication of strep throat. Hannah enjoys running and swimming, loves Disney movies and Fall Out Boy. Her role model is her Mummy and she attends Franklin Road Academy.
CATHERINE SLEMP, AGE 7 Catherine spent the first 101 days of her life in the NICU at Children’s Hospital, having been born at 27.5 weeks. She now enjoys gymnastics, Bernstein Bears books and wants to be an astronaut, chemist and a princess when she grows up. She is in 1st Grade at Oak View Elementary.
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THROUGH THE LENS OF AN ARTIST You’re cordially invited to the 9th Visiting Artist Series
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An impressive selection of photographic prints on exhibit serving as a record of times, places, people and events.
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LIFESTYLE | Interior Thinking
IN SEARCH OF
Personal Style BY JANE MARTIN
Style according to old man Webster: “A distinctive manner of expression characteristic of an individual. A fashionably luxurious mode of life lived in overall excellence.” Personal style is inherent in each of us. How we choose to use our style depends on how courageous we are. In many cases it’s easier to go with the current flow of thought than to create our own landscape of how our life should look. We allow every available media to direct our vision and perception and often times, away from our own style. But lets not get too philosophical here. More to the point: Do you live the lifestyle you envisioned for yourself? And more importantly, do you live your life in a home filled with rooms that comfort and inspire you? Rooms that bring you joy each time you come home. Rooms that work for the way your family lives and rooms that you’re glad to have your friends and neighbors see and enjoy with you. That’s living in style. Now this is where the important stuff starts. We all want our home to look the best possible and many people think that means getting rid of most of their current possessions. We want the biggest bang for our buck and realize that in this day and time no one is interested in investing in heirlooms. Most of us are after a look that pleases us while not busting the bank. Besides, your children don’t want your “stuff.” They’re in search of their own style. 38 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | APRIL 2016
What this tells me is that you have your current possessions (wooden pieces, art, “mamas stuff” that you cant let go of or the first piece of furniture you every bought for yourself ), for a very specific reason. Life brought you these possessions, and these are the items that make your home look different from everyone else’s. Anyone can go and purchase a room full of matchy-matchy furniture. That takes no personal style. Any decorator or designer that can’t start from scratch and give you a beautiful room is in the wrong profession. But the ability to use what you already have to find your own personal style is to me the only place to begin. What does the style of your home say about you? Are you interested in the home stage you create for you and your family? Does your home represent who you really are or is it more a collection of what other people recommend? Is it okay for us to live our lives and not think of the backdrop on which they play out? Can you be your real and best self when you live out your story in rooms that don’t reflect your style? The REAL person comes alive when you find your own style and begin living in it. I think our “hearts desire” recognizes the right style for each of us as a human being. The trick is to not be afraid but to allow yourself to be the proud owner of your style. That’s what allows you to live in a one of a kind home. All due directly to your personal style. Specializing in using what you already own is my absolute favorite thing to do. In a lot of ways it’s like working magic. To see your items used in different ways or placed in different rooms always creates an exciting homecoming for the homeowner with their style at the base of it all. Sometimes, thinking outside the box as far as your furniture is concerned allows you to get the highest and best use out of what’s already in your house. Truly, most of us have what we need we just don’t have it put together correctly. The reward in having your own personal style is that there is great strength in it. Once you realize that most people respond positively to true personal style, even if it doesn’t necessarily reflect their own tastes, you see the necessity of following your instincts. You can’t
please everyone, but you sure can please yourself in expression of your personal style. Knowing your style allows you to forget your fears of what others might think of your decorating decisions. Make yourself happy on a daily basis by living your life in personal style. Don’t fear your style. Embrace it. It’s the main ingredient in the difference of how we live. Find your personal style. Allow it to grow. Don’t be afraid to strut your stuff and start spending your days living or working in the rooms you always imagined. My theory on living life in personal style is that everyone won’t agree with you for sure but personal style is for you. Most people recognize it when they see it. Even if they wouldn’t live out their life in your style they get it. But if I’m not mistaken, that’s the whole point of personal style. If I can help you find your personal style, I’m in!
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Judy & Dick Williams REALTOR®
Judy: Dick:
615-210-1059 615-426-0020
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Office: 615-373-2044
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CRYE-LEIKE Middle Tennessee in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015.
701 Sinclair Circle • Brentwood
3017 Smith Lane • Franklin
1750 Tuscany Way • Brentwood
315 Deerwood Lane • Brentwood
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72 Governors Way • Brentwood LISTED AT $797,000
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Judy & Dick Williams REALTOR®
Judy: Dick:
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www.judyanddick.com
Office: 615-373-2044
Judy and Dick Williams #1 AGENTS for
CRYE-LEIKE Middle Tennessee in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015.
6261 Hillsboro Pike • Nashville LISTED AT $3,950,000
5186 Colleton Way Brentwood LISTED AT $2,399,000
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LIFESTYLE | Welcome Home
EXQUISITE, DREAMLIKE ESTATE BRENTWOOD GOVERNOR’S CLUB ESTATE WELCOMES YOU HOME
Welcome home to the estate straight out of the best Houzz dream homes. For just under $3.4 million, this exquisite abode could be your permanent sojourn. Every square inch of the over 15,000 square foot home has been carefully designed and crafted down to the finest detail, including hand-done trim work, bronze leathered finish paint, and designer hardware. With a drive-up, arguably more beautiful in the evening than daytime, a magnificent fountain greets guests as they arrive. The foyer of the home equally impresses with a double suspended custom iron staircase, marble floors and a bronze fountain statue imported from England. A two story great room with accompanying double tiered window alcove is overlooked by the library. For the culinary artist, the gourmet kitchen features two dishwashers, warming drawer, Subzero refrigerator and freezer, vegetable/pasta prep sink, and a five century old butcher block for food prep. The afore mentioned attention to detail is apparent with the hand hammered copper hood and see-through brick fireplace to neighboring hearth room. Off the kitchen is a large yet cozy great room with a fireplace and custom woodwork on the built-in entertainment center. Straight out 42 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | APRIL 2016
of a childhood dream, a secret door leads to the year-round sun room overlooking the pools and 9th hole. The Sun room can be transformed into a screened in porch for starlit summer evenings. When hiding in secret passages has become exhausting, you’re invited to retire to the master suite. This retreat has it all with outdoor spa, indoor steam shower, heated floors and two generous his and her closets. In addition to the master, the rest of the home features five bedrooms each with their own private bath and walk-in closet. There are also two elegantly designed half bathrooms.
The terrace level completes the home with an enormous bar and game room. The room boasts a 12’ square bar/ island, stamped concrete floors and custom designed wall-finishes and lighting. Additionally, guests can enjoy a wine tasting in the 24x20 wine cellar accommodating over 2500 bottles of wine and with its own trestle tasting table. Be sure to stop by the concession bar for your movie snack, and don’t forget your ticket at the ticket box before watching a movie in a theatre rivaling Carmike. Saving the best for last, an outdoor vision with infinity pool cascading into a waterfall. The back living space features an outdoor kitchen, fireplace and seating area. Off the balcony is a breathtaking view of the Governor’s Club signature golf course, and a small walkway takes visitors past two small koi ponds into a gazebo – perfect for warm summer nites. Other features of the home include a central vacuum, seven fireplaces, an elevator to all four floors, six-car garage and separate exercise room with its own private entrance. For more information or to schedule a showing, contact: Dick and Judy Williams 615-373-2044 judy.williams@crye-leike.com dick.williams@crye-leike.com
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FEATURE | Home & Garden
FARM TO TABLE AT
HOMESTEAD MANOR There are numerous gardens in Williamson County. Some are beautiful arrays of colorful flowers, and some are filled with vast collections of vegetables and fruits. Gardening is a talent. Something that is ever evolving from various climate changes, from new to tried-and-true methods developed over the years, understanding of the earth and plants…there are so many facets involved that it takes a master gardener to create a thriving environment for producing. The Farm at Homestead Manor is a true example of master gardening. Cultivated to elevate diners’ experiences and supply the local community with agri-educational opportunities, The Farm at Homestead is an on-site working farm, encompassing more than ten acres of land used to sustainably support the restaurant. The business is overseen by a property manager and a pair of agricultural curators. The 75-plus types of vegetables, herbs, flowers and fruits at Homestead are organically grown in the garden, orchard and greenhouse under strict accordance with USDA Organic Certification Regulations. In the future, The Farm hopes to implement aquaponics into its system. In addition to the farm, there is an orchard, which was originally part of the ca. 1819 property. It will be groomed and harvested, and its fruits used in both the restaurant and the bar. Steven Bailey, who founded one of the largest Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) in Texas before relocating to Williamson County, is now leading Homestead’s agricultural operations as the farm director. With nearly a decade of experience with urban farming and restaurant consulting, Steven is working closely with the Harvest kitchen to help further elevate future menus and drive Homestead closer to becoming a completely sustainable movement. The best advice that Steven has for farmers and gardeners is to take action. “Start small but take action,” he said. “If you really want to farm, then start by volunteering on a farm, getting a job on a farm or even leasing a small plot of land from a neighbor and getting after it. Urban farming can be done on just a tiny area in your backyard.” He goes on to say, “The farm-totable movement has been awesome, but it has also romanticized what we do to the point where everyone wants to do it - but when it’s time to weed for seven hours and it’s hot outside, people bail out. The only way to really know if you want to do it is get going and start something small.” Steven’s passion for farming is rooted in telling the story of where the food comes from. He has been hoping to bring animals to Homestead in the near future. Currently, there are plans in the works for pigs and sheep to be added to the farm. “I’m excited to push the envelope and help develop the most progressive menu in middle Tennessee through a completely sustainable farm,” said Steven. For those interested in farm operations, Homestead offers elements of agri-tourism. The orchard will be open to visitors and guests to pick from (reservations required), and The Farm will be used in a variety of community-driven educational purposes. Once developed, walking trails among the trees with historic markers will tell the story of the Battle of Thompson’s Station and its significance to Tennessee and American history. Harvest at Homestead is located at 4685 Columbia Pike in Thompson’s Station. It is open Tuesday through Friday for lunch and dinner and Saturday and Sunday for brunch, lunch and dinner. To learn more about Harvest at Homestead, visit homesteadmanor.com.
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Nashville’s Real Estate Sign Of Distinction
4409 Chickering Lane - Nashville
1057 Vaughn Crest Drive - Franklin
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4 BR & 4 Full, 3 Half BA | $6,295,000
5 BR & 5 Full, 2 Half BA | $2,950,000
5 BR & 5 Full, 2 Half BA | $1,495,000
4 BR & 3 Full, 1 Half BA | $869,000
3979 Carsparis Road - Franklin
0 Carsparis Road - Franklin
7136 New Hope Road - Fairview
1603 Glenellen Way - Brentwood
Lot A: 52.87 Acres | $975,000
Lot B: 19.6 Acres | $525,000
3 BR, 3 BA & 10 acres | $699,900
4 BR & 3 Full, 1 Half BA | $769,900
1307 Moher Boulevard - Franklin
248 Poteat Place - Franklin
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314 Sundance Lane - Franklin
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FEATURE | Home & Garden
Reclaim Repurpose Reuse BY ANDREA DAVIS
For a while now, repurposing furniture and/or updating it with an antique look has been all the rage. Some of the ugliest, outdated furniture can become beautiful with the right paint, a little know how and some free time. Pinterest and You Tube are great resources for getting the know how and, in my case, a very helpful friend. A couple of months ago, I decided it was time for my home to have a facelift. I realized I was hanging on to some things for sentimental reasons or what I like to call “gift guilt,” but it was not my style and in many cases, not functional. I wanted to love my home, and it just wasn’t happening. However, with work, kids and just life in general, time was not on my side. Fortunately, a lady in my neighborhood who organizes, paints, decorates and pretty much anything else needed for my home makeover came highly recommended. Her name is Shannan. She has been a godsend and has gone from “a lady in my neighborhood” to a wonderful friend. The first time I expressed my strong dislike of several pieces in my home and what I really wanted to replace them with, Shannan said, “You don’t need to get rid of it. You just need to paint it.” Something I would hear her say many more times. There was one piece of furniture from the seventies that I could not fathom it looking like anything I wanted to keep in my house. However, it was a record player, so I really wanted it for that reason. Shannan painted it, and now I love it! This transformation continued with several more pieces I was about to part with. I am so glad I brought in a fresh set of eyes to see what I couldn’t. Now, I’m starting to see everything differently.
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In addition to painting, another form of repurposing is to make a piece into something else. One project Shannan and I did, with the help of my husband, started with a lot of hesitation, but it is by far my favorite repurpose. I have a piano that was in my home growing up in Mississippi. I have a lot of emotional attachment to it, and although it needs a lot of costly repair, doesn’t go with the rest of my furniture and takes up too much space, I just can’t let it go. So, what did we do? We took it outside and tore it apart. Sounds crazy, but now I have a table made out of some of the pieces, a sign in the works and a lot more parts for future use. My sentimental treasure will live on, and it’s functional! The main thing I have learned in this process is, if you don’t love something and it’s not functional, let go of the guilt or whatever is holding you back from making a change. All things can be made new and, in my opinion, the end result is rewarding and worth the work.
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COMMUNITY | Your Community Partner
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PARKS REALTY TOUTS NEW BRANDING WHILE STILL MAINTAINING COMMUNITY SPIRIT Bob Parks Realty has been a familiar presence in middle Tennessee and in particular Williamson County, for forty years. Their bright yellow and red yard signs represent all of their customers that are buying and selling homes. Recently however, you may have noticed that those yellow and red signs have been replaced by a sleeker and simpler brand – the new PARKS Realty brand. As they entered their 40th year, it was time for change. A change to see where they could go in the next forty years, and to update their look to better reflect who they are today as a company. PARKS is still focused on their customers, and will continue to bring them unsurpassed service in what can be the most important investment you’ll make, buying or selling your home. They are honoring where they have been, but moving the brand forward to acknowledge the innovation, diversity and progressive identity of their company.
Part of what sets PARKS apart regardless of their visual brand, has to be their community spirit and commitment to giving back. They believe in creating change through the well being of humankind enriching the lives of children, families, and members of the community. In 2015, PARKS agents donated more than 11,000 hours and $184,000 supporting middle Tennessee charitable organizations. They give back in many different ways; being involved in things such as welcoming more than two dozen wives of deployed soldiers for a day of shopping, exploring and experiencing the community during the holidays and raising funds to support CASA in Williamson County. In addition to supporting a charitable company environment, PARKS corporately has supported the Make-A-Wish Middle Tennessee since 2000. A portion of the proceeds from every sale goes to the organization, which strives to grant the wishes of children with life- threatening diseases. In 2015, PARKS agents contributed over $78,000 through workplace giving, individual contributions, and office events. In 2015, PARKS was named the leading residential real estate firm in Middle Tennessee with $2.012 billion in gross sales and 6,972 homes sides by the Nashville Business Journal. For more information on PARKS visit their website at ParksAtHome.com or download the PARKS mobile app.
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FROM BROWN TO
GREEN BY ANNIE OSTEEN
Either you have it or you don’t; a green thumb. Some people may not even know what that term means. It’s simple: someone who is said to have a green thumb usually has talent in the garden, whether it relates to vegetables or flowers and if lucky enough, both. Someone who has a brown thumb usually has the opposite reputation. Most often if you grew up in a family with a mother or grandmother that displayed green thumb characteristics, chances are, you have it. If you had a mother who was prone to killing cacti, then you more than likely fall in the brown category.
Edging garden beds in a specific area is always useful when deciding which flowers and plants will be established. For many homeowners, crafting an enticing landscape for passersby seems to be instantly gratifying.
How does one get into the hobby of gardening, especially when having never been exposed to the do’s and don’ts of maintaining a garden? It’s simple…you must begin with a true desire to learn. There is much to learn in order to fully understand the correct methods to be successful. Depending upon whether or not your goal is have a vegetable garden, full of ripe tomatoes or a flower garden that can be admired during the warmer months of the year, having the determination to begin is the true first step.
Mother Nature in middle Tennessee has many differently personalities during the months of March, April and sometimes May, leaving many beginning gardeners to wonder when they should actually begin to plant their new flowers. The generic lesson is to wait until after the first frost but do we ever really know when that might be? Generally, we are told that it’s towards the middle of April, but one never truly knows. Other things to take into consideration is how much rainfall might be in our forecast over the coming months, along with e humidity and drought probabilities.
The initial desire generally occurs during the spring months when gardening accessories, bulbs and seeds are present in just about every store creating the urge to play in the dirt. The goal is to maintain the effort throughout the hot summer months and into the fall season.
It takes ticm e and pra ftiroc m e to mov n to brow green anpdens p never haig n r ove ht.
To someone representing the brown thumb community, the process in which to begin can be a tad bit overwhelming. When speaking to a garden expert at any home improvement store or nursery, the plan to be successful often seems neverending, starting with the correct soil and fertilizer to intricate advice on planting times and techniques. However, don’t get discouraged. Like any other hobby, it takes time and practice to move from brown to green and never happens overnight. Have a plan to understand the soil in your yard. Is it well drained? Is it more clay-like? Is it too dry? Most plants thrive in moist but well-drained soil which ultimately means that soil needs to preserve moisture but doesn’t stay too wet, making it easy to dig in and around. Cleaning up your current yard and garden areas is a must. If there are weeds, get rid of them. If you’re a beginning gardener, you may not know the difference between a weed and perennial plant. Not to worry, it happens to most of us when we first get familiar with gardening.
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Finally, maintaining the garden is especially important. The itch to grow a green thumb may be dominant during March and April and fade as the days get hotter in June and July. As mentioned before, the true desire shouldn’t weaken as the months move along.
Williamson County is in zone 7a when looking at the USDA Plant Hardiness Map. This is a great tool to use when selecting flowers and plants for your landscape, as it can give you specifics as to maintaining a garden in our area.
Learning the difference between Annual flowers and Perennial flowers is imperative when putting together the blueprint of your new garden. Perennial means something that is continuing or recurrent, letting us know that when you plant a perennial flower or plant, expect it to reappear each spring, as long as you’ve obtained the right conditions for it to thrive. Annual means that a plan lives for only one year or season.
If this is the season for a new garden, don’t let the vast amount of information in books, the internet or through the advice of a greenthumbed friend discourage your sense of initial excitement from putting together a cherished, beautiful area. Starting and maintaining a flower garden is rewarding and uplifting in many ways. Playing in the dirt can be one of the most therapeutic hobbies if you allow it to be. No one is perfect with their first experience of anything and gardening is no exception. Persistence pays off and at the end of the day, you’ll find that eventually the brown does in fact, turn green.
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HARD BARGAIN ASSOCIATION RECEIVES SOUTHERN LIVING’S HOME AWARD A little corner of Williamson County’s historic community was recognized on a regional and national level this spring when the Hard Bargain Association received a Home Award at Southern Living’s recent Design Summit in Birmingham, Alabama. The conference promotes craftsmanship, architectural excellence, and home building that tells a Southern story. There was an excellent line-up of speakers and a celebration of the 50th anniversary of Southern Living. The Home Awards Dinner was held the last night of the Design Summit. Hard Bargain Association received the Home Award for “Best Community Revitalization,” which had also been featured in the August 2015 issue. “It was energizing to be at the Design Summit with some of the South’s best and brightest designers and builders. We were honored to receive this recognition for the historic Hard Bargain neighborhood and for Franklin. I am grateful for those who have partnered with us over the years to make this possible,” said Brant Bousquet, Executive Director of Hard Bargain Association.
with money saved from years of sharecropping, it was the start to this unique and diverse neighborhood. McLemore later began selling subplots to fellow freed slaves and their descendants, and the neighborhood fittingly became known as Hard Bargain. It flourished and grew to 130 homes. In recent decades, many of the homes had fallen into disrepair. To renew residents’ pride and keep housing affordable in a nationally known to be expensive real estate market, a pair of local pastors and a few community leaders founded the Hard Bargain Association (HBA), a nonprofit that repairs existing homes while also building new ones. Applicants who complete a homeowner-education program can buy the bungalows and cottages for below market rates. “The rebuilding effort is breathing life and energy into the area,” says Bousquet.
For those who are not familiar with the Hard Bargain story, it was indeed a hard bargain! However, when Harvey McLemore, a freed slave, bought fifteen acres in Franklin from his former owner in 1880,
Williamson County is proud of our friends at the Hard Bargain Association and we congratulate them on their recognition. For more information, visit hardbargain.org
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O’MORE
SHOW HOUSE CA. 1919 CRAFTSMAN STYLE HOME TO BE REVISIONED BY THE SOUTH’S LEADING DESIGNERS Twenty‐two leading interior designers from three different states are completely restoring a historic home on Franklin’s historic Main Street as part of the O’More Show House, which will be open to the public from May 12‐27, 2016 and presented by leading sponsor, PARKS. This is the third O’More Show house event in recent years, with participating designers having ties to O’More College of Design in downtown Franklin and proceeds benefiting the College’s School of Interior Design. This year’s home, a 5,200 square‐foot ca. 1919 brick and stucco Craftsman‐style cottage, is a significant contributing property to the National Register‐listed Hincheyville Historic District. The owners have undertaken a total renovation of the home’s interior, while leaving the street‐view exterior intact. The 2014 O’More Show House, which restored the ca. 1904 Queen Anne Victorian Dozier Home on Franklin’s Main Street, raised approximately $100,000, and proceeds were in turn used to restore the historic Berry House on the O’More campus as the new home of the College’s School of Interior Design. “O’More College is a middle Tennessee treasure, and their interior design program is among the best in the nation. Many of these designers are our partners and friends in real estate, and we want to support this event and the continued development of the college’s design programs,” said Bob Parks, CEO of the eponymous firm. “We’re proud to be a part of the O’More Show House and expect it to build upon the success of the previous events.” The O’More Show House will be open to the public from May 12‐27, 2016. Show hours are 10a.m. to 4p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and on Sunday from Noon to 4p.m. On Thursday evenings, the Show House will stay open until 7p.m. Tickets are $20 at the door. For more information on the Show House, please visit omoreshowhouse.com. 60 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | APRIL 2016
THE HOME Located at 1006 West Main Street, this brick and stucco cottage was built in 1919 and is a significant contributing property to the Franklin Historic District. The owners have undertaken a complete renovation of the interior of the home while leaving the street view exterior intact. Twenty-two spaces will each be presented by individual designers from around the Southeast, many of whom are graduates of O’More College of Design in Franklin. THE COLLEGE O’More College of Design is a not-for-profit, four year college offering bachelor of fine arts degrees in Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising, Interactive Design, Graphic Design, and Interior Design. The college currently has approximately 200 students and boasts an 81% graduation rate and a 94% job placement rate. All profits from the O’More Show House directly benefit the college. Recently, proceeds from the Show House were used to renovate the Historic Berry Home on campus to house the Interior Design program. ATTENDANCE Approximately 7,000-8,000 people have attended the last two Show Houses, and the 2016 Show House should have the largest attendance yet. The demographic of attendees is as follows:
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• Majority of attendees are from Williamson and Davidson Counties. • The median income of Williamson County is $89,779 with 54% of the population holding bachelor’s degrees or higher. • Females, ages 34 and up were the primary ticket buyers. • Many of those attending are interested in design, renovation, or building a home. DATES Preview Party: May 11, 2016 Show Dates: May12 - May 27, 2016
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SOCIAL | Whiskey Warmer Story & Photography by Adam Sanner The 2nd Annual Whiskey Warmer was held on March 12th at the Westhaven Residents’ Club. Guests learned about over sixty types of whiskey with tastings from some of the best in the country, dined on delicious foods from local food trucks and enjoyed live music. The evening benefited the Westhaven Foundation, which provides grants, scholarships and acts as a catalyst for raising much need funds for charities and organizations serving Westhaven and the surrounding communities. For more information, visit westhaventn.com.
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SOCIAL | GROW Williamson Sponsored Event
Story & Photography by Adam Sanner The Williamson County Association of Realtors held their 2016 Conference and Trade Show, “GROW Williamson,” with the luck of the Irish on March 17th at The Factory at Franklin. Vendors and guests donned their green for Saint Patrick’s Day, all while networking with a mix of industry leaders. The day also included classes, lunch and a Happy Hour for vendors and guests. For more information on WCAR events, visit wcartn.org.
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FEATURE | Up The Road
HE R M ITA G E
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SPECTACULAR GARDENS OF TENNESSEE A moderate climate provides for varied foliage across the state. There are some exceptional nationally recognized public gardens open to enjoy throughout the year. Here are just a few not to miss as spring has sprung and the blooms abound from tri-Cities to Memphis.
THE HERMITAGE, HERMITAGE As with all growing things, The Hermitage garden never stands still. Early visitors to The Hermitage and Jackson’s letters note Rachel’s fondness and special interest for the garden. This one-acre garden adjacent to the Hermitage and designed in the 19th century was a favorite spot of both Andrew and Rachel Jackson. Today, its beauty has only continued to blossom.
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ROCK CITY GARDENS, LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN Your visit to Rock City will include a stroll through the 4,100-foot Enchanted Trail, where you’ll encounter incredible rock formations, caves and beautiful flowers, along with a few other surprises. 1400 Patten Road | seerockcity.com
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KNOXVILLE BOTANICAL GARDENS & ARBORETUM, KNOXVILLE The Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum is a 47-acre public garden steeped in over 200 years of horticultural history, located just five minutes from downtown Knoxville. These beautiful grounds are open to the public for free, 365 days a year, dawn to dusk. 2743 Wimpole Avenue | knoxgarden.org
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ME M P HIS MEMPHIS BOTANIC GARDENS, MEMPHIS Memphis Botanic Garden strives to enhance lives by connecting people with nature, increasing awareness and appreciation of our environment. Their 96-acre property includes 28 specialty gardens, which provide an in-depth look into various families of plants, flowers and trees. 750 Cherry Road | memphisbotanicgarden.com
NA S H V I L L E CHEEKWOOD’S BOTANICAL GARDENS, NASHVILLE The Cheekwood gardens are seen and enjoyed by over 175,000 visitors each year. The property was once the elegant home of the Cheek family. The fifty-five acre site includes the original Cheek gardens, designed by Bryant Fleming, with pools, fountains, statuary, extensive boxwood plantings and breathtaking views of the rolling Tennessee hills. Cheekwood was opened to the public in 1960 and the many specialized gardens have developed since that time. Visitors will discover a Japanese garden, an herb garden, two perennial gardens, a color garden, water garden, seasons garden and an award-winning wildflower garden. Each garden has a special purpose presenting a particular group of plants or garden style. 1200 Forrest Park Drive | cheekwood.org
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THE LANGUAGE OF
flowers BY MARGIE THESSIN
Although, many societies from the past ascribed meanings to flowers and other flora, it was in the Victorian era that the practice blossomed in England and America. During that constrained time, flowers and plants were used to communicate in cryptic ways words that could not or would not be said aloud. Today, the best way to explore the various signals, signs and messages flowers transmitted by flowers is by exploring late 19th-century cemeteries, called by Douglas Keister, in his field guide to cemeteries Stories in Stone (Gibbs Smith, Publisher, Salt Lake City, 2004), the “Golden Age” of cemetery design and decoration. There, by examining gravestones, one can see the messages survivors communicated about their deceased love ones. Often, the words are flowery, too. But, sometimes the words are plain and simple. The flower says it all. “In Memory of Lucy R. J. Daughter of Mary & William Brown. Born in Susex Co. Va July 14, 1831 And died in Franklin Tenn Sept. 10 1855” The flower engraved into the stone: a bleeding heart. Even young children I lead on tours of Franklin’s City cemetery understand the symbolism of a bleeding heart. At Rest Haven, across the street, “Little Alice McLemore, Born Apr. 5th 1859, Died June 28th 1859” is also remembered with a bleeding heart. Daisies are another flower to represent children, as the simple bloom reflects the innocence of children. On the other end of the age spectrum, a sheaf of wheat carved into a stone represents a “long and fruitful life” of ones allotted four score and ten. William O’Neal Perkins’ marker in City cemetery has not only a sheaf of wheat, it is rife with other symbols. The marker itself is a treestone, which gets the most attention from my visitors who’ve never seen one. Treestones developed in the late 1800s from a style of architecture and décor called Victorian Rustic. The treestone was generally just the trunk, carved of limestone, that was also covered with other growing things found on living trees. On Perkins’ stone, we find what looks like English ivy. Ivy, an evergreen, represented a belief in eternity. Other meanings were immortality and fidelity. The three-pointed leaves represented the Trinity.
The typical treestone was meant to be an oak tree, Keister calls the oak the “King of the Forest,” and oak trees or its leaves are symbols of strength, endurance, eternity, honor, liberty, hospitality, faith and virtue. Flowers and trees serve as Christian symbols. The most obvious is the Easter lily, found on many gravestones. Another is the morning glory, another sign of the Resurrection but also of youth and the bonds of love. Grapes are said to represent the blood of Christ, and the rose, adopted by early Christians, is most often found on the graves of women. In Catholic circles, the rose represented the Virgin Mary. The weeping willow is an obvious symbol of grief and sorrow but has a deeper association with the gospel, because the tree will flourish and remain whole no matter how many branches are cut off, says Keister. Another Perkins’ family grave, N.E. is engraved with a palm tree with the verse “The Righteous Shall Flourish Like a Palm Tree” from Psalm 92:12. The pansy, from the French “pensee” meaning thought, is a symbol of memory and the belief that “attending to the plucked blossom enables one to hear a beloved’s thoughts,” according to Keister. Some stones show just one flower, often a single perfect rose, while others present bouquets with a variety of blooms, including evening primrose, meaning eternal love, memory, youth, hope and sadness, calla lilies, for beauty and marriage and ferns, for humility, frankness and sincerity. Take a stroll with me sometime through Franklin’s historic cemeteries. You’ll be surprised to hear what they have to say! Franklin on Foot offers guided walking tours of Franklin, including City and Rest Haven cemeteries, by reservation.
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FEATURE | Home & Garden
PICKIN' 101 BY KIM LEGGETT
There’s something about spring that makes me want to hit the open road in search of something new and inspiring — something yet to be discovered — whether it be at a flea market, a shopping fair, or in a dusty old barn.
The Sacred Grounds – where to go. There are literally thousands of possibilities and locations for pickin’. Many folks romanticize the pickin’ trip with the hope of a rare discovery in an old barn. Realistically, barn picks are as rare as the treasure you hope to find there. Here are a few of my coveted haunts that guarantee to deliver: The Nashville Flea Market. Held the fourth weekend of every month at the Tennessee State Fairgrounds, “the flea” is the longest running show in town. From a diamond in the rough to a star studded gem, you never know what you’re going to find. Area barn sales and shows. In recent years middle Tennessee has become a hot bed of small sales held on private farms. Both local and faraway vendors offer everything from vintage, antiques, art, jewelry, and clothing. Throughout the spring, summer, and fall you’ll likely find a show and sale on any given weekend. The Busy Bee Trader, a rag magazine found at most local antique shops is a great source for scouting out these sales and mapping out your trip. The Country Living Fairs. Hosted by the popular shelter magazine of the same name, this show with more than 200 vendors is a picker’s paradise. Held April 22-24 in Lebanon, Tennessee, this market caters to those with a fancy for farmhouse style decorating. My favorite (I may be a bit biased) - our very own City Farmhouse Pop-up Fair held June 17-18 and October 14-15 at the Jamison and Liberty exhibit halls at the Factory at Franklin. Handpicked vendors representing 14 states bring their best in American and French farmhouse style, antique rugs, art, and handmade wares. Named one of the best shows to attend by Garden and Gun, Romantic Country Home and Southern Living.
As a picker and antiques/vintage store owner, people ask me the same sort of questions all the time: “Where’d you find that? How’d you learn how to do this? How’d you know how much to pay?” David and I travel cross country throughout the year looking for the most unique pieces to bring back to City Farmhouse. From large antique and vintage fairs to flea markets across seven states, and junk shops along the way - we comb every inch of these pickin’ spots leaving no treasure unturned. TRICKS OF THE TRADE Is it your dream to be a picker? Do you speak of the American Pickers on a first name basis as if they were your closest friends? If you are nodding — “oh yes” — then go ahead and get that happy dance on — because I’m about to teach you where and how to pick like a pro! 70 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | APRIL 2016
Using these tips you’ve made your plan and mapped out your trip. When that magical day arrives the first site you see is more people just like you and a massive wave of tents and buildings with vintage goodness strewn all around. Your heart is pounding, your thrifty little hands are sweating and you don’t know what to do next. Stay calm – this is where you learn what separates the rookie from the pro. MAYBE IT IS ROCKET SCIENCE – HOW TO PICK LIKE A PRO. Make a list. With so much to see it’s hard to stay focused – unless you’re a hoarder in which case the sky is the limit, or the vehicle that you came in. Speaking of vehicles – scooping up that 10 foot farm table may seem like a dream come true, but it won’t fit in a Volkswagen. Make plans for hauling home your loot before the trip.
Know what you’re buying. Nothing spoils a pickin’ trip more than buyer’s remorse. If you can’t accept the imperfections then it’s best to leave it behind. Haggling is part of the fun, but don’t be insulting. Vendors spend long hours pickin’, loading, hauling, and prepping their wares, not to mention the expense of booth rent and days and nights on the road to bring that perfect piece to you. If the price seems fair don’t haggle – but if you do, be polite. Even seasoned pickers take along a tape measure. But, should you forget this important picker’s tool learn to measure using your hand. You’ll thank me later. Measure your own space before you come. Vendors aren’t mind readers (that’s a whole different profession). If you don’t know, they don’t either. Cash is king. You’ll likely get a better deal if you pay with cash but most vendors accept credit and debit cards as well as checks. It’s a dirty job, but someone’s gotta do it. Pickin’ is a beautiful thing, but it isn’t glamorous in the fashion sense of the word. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes and always be prepared for inclement weather. A Picker’s Purse - what’s is worth? Realistically, the true value of a pick is measured by the emotional tug of the heart strings of the picker. Ultimately, the value is in the eye of the beholder. Whether you’re a veteran picker or an amateur it all begins with the
thrill of the hunt. That’s what I love about a pickin’ trip -- you never know where you’ll end up, what you’ll uncover, or if it’s going to be worth your time. It’s one big treasure hunt, and sometimes you strike gold – vintage gold that is. City Farmhouse is a popular antiques and vintage shop located at The Factory at Franklin in Historic Downtown Franklin that offers modern farmhouse style for urban and rural living. Owners Kim and David Leggett have been “pickers” for more than 20 years, and their trained eye and vivacious personalities have earned them national acclaim, from individuals interested in following popular vintage trends to interior designers. Kim is a freelance interior stylist whose projects have been featured in a host of major publications. She also sells her finds to museums, private collectors and celebrity clientele like Ralph Lauren, Meg Ryan, Tommy Hilfiger, Sheryl Crow, Carrie Underwood and more. Find out more at cityfarmhousefranklin.com.
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TWO MEN AND A TRUCK—MAKING MOVING EASIER AND GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY For nearly twenty years, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® has been moving Williamson County from home to home and business to business. Current Franchisees, Nick Roerig and Gordon Shaffer, acquired ownership of the nationally known, yet locally owned, business in 2012 with a passion to move people forward and the drive to provide a strong community bond between TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® and Williamson County. Nick and Gordon both began their TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® careers as movers in Columbus, Ohio. Both found an interest in the moving industry and TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®’s overall culture and knew they wanted to make a lifetime investment in this company. They moved into trainer positions and later had the opportunity to open multiple franchises in the western states including Las Vegas, Mesa, and Tucson, Arizona. Nick and Gordon have held every task from customer service representative to general manager within the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® system and truly understand what it means to be a high quality moving service. Now, together they own locations in Franklin, Murfreesboro and Hendersonville.
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® is a fullservice, professional moving company that can do anything and everything to meet your moving needs. Don’t let their name fool you! They are the largest franchised moving company in the United States and have performed long distance moves from Franklin all the way to Oregon. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® prides itself on being a customer service driven company with comfort and ease from the first call to the final walk-thru. After all, their favorite core value is “The Grandma Rule®”, treat everyone with the same respect as your Grandma. It is very important to be comfortable with your moving company, and that is TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®’s goal from the beginning process. All of their movers and drivers are professional trained to provide the safest, most efficient move possible. Their goal is to remove as many moving day stresses as possible. They truly strive to be the “Movers who care.” TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®’s biggest passion is giving back to their community. From the very beginning, with Founder Mary Ellen Sheet, the company has made working with nonprofit organizations a priority. The first profit made by the moving company was actually divided between ten different non-profit organizations. Locally, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® has had the opportunity to work with organizations such as, Graceworks, Salvation Army, A Soldier’s Child, The Branch Ministry, Bridges Domestic Violence and Susan G. Komen-Race for the Cure. “We would not able to do what we do and provide services without this amazing community,” says Sally Mink, Marketing Director, “We love being able to support Franklin and Brentwood through community involvement and giving back as they have supported the growth of our business.” Currently, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® is holding their third annual Movers for Moms® program, their national campaign to support women of domestic violence. They are collecting personal care items for BRIDGES, the local domestic violence shelter in Williamson County. In the past, they have been able to donate over 10,000 items to the shelter and hope to continually grow the program. For more information, on Movers for Moms®, check out their Facebook page at Facebook.com/twomenbrentwood. At TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®, our core purpose is to move people forward. We move people personally and professionally. In fact 75% of our managers started in frontline positions and moved into management because they were passionate about TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®. Are you ready to make your move with us? For more information on moving contact TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® at 615-595-5929 or visit their website at twomenbrentwood-franklin.com.
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SOCIAL | Young Professionals Connect Story & Photography by K. York Williamson, Inc. Young Professionals met at GraceWorks Ministries food bank recently to pack Student Fuel Bags for twenty-two schools in Williamson County. Approximately 660 bags were packed and ready for school pick up and distributed to children who might not otherwise have healthy meals over the weekends. GraceWorks spends David Lee, Mollie Ann Cort Woodruff, Maggie Trollinger Sally Mink hundreds of dollars a week to support Trollinger & Brooke Sweeney & Zac Olinger & Joseph Kathmann this program. The Young Professionals engage in a number of charitable activities during the year, building relationships and advancing their developing careers, while supporting their community. Williamson, Inc. Young Professionals, is one of the Chamber’s most active groups. They provide opportunities to network through YP FOCUS luncheons and YP CONNECT After Hour’s events. If you are an interested young professional 40 and under, you can get more Kate Nash, David Kelly, Kim & Amanda Estep Eric McElroy & Drew Himsworth information at williamsonchamber.com.
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Baby Showers BY KRISTA EHRET
While the month of April is known for its rainy weather, there’s another type of shower that starts gaining momentum this time of year - baby showers! Baby showers used to be somewhat straight forward to plan. You get some punch, cake, gifts, a group of women and voila - bring on the oooohs and ahhhhs. Nowadays, not only have showers taken on a whole new life, there are spin-off events such as Sprinkles, Sip n’ See’s, and Gender Reveals. Having the honor of planning such a party can be stressful as expectations can seem high thanks to blogs that saturate our senses with beautiful and over the top images. Often times just getting started is the first hurdle, so let’s break each event down. BABY SHOWER. You’ve been asked to host one. The great thing is that this is the most traditional of all baby welcoming events and you probably know what’s expected of you. Your first step is to get a guest list from the mom-to-be. This is important as it guides you in knowing what type of location you need. If it’s twenty or so, you can easily do this at someone’s house. If you’re looking upwards of fifty or more, you may consider a venue. Luckily, this doesn’t have to be expensive. Many of the neighborhoods in Williamson County have club houses that you can rent out or maybe even use for free. Next up is the décor and theme. The sky is the limit, but I would start with asking the guest of honor if she has a preference. Gasp! Isn’t she supposed to be happy with anything? While we do live in the south and she may graciously say she loves your theme of black and orange for her May baby girl, it’s still a nice gesture to let her give her two cents. A typical time-line will be to give guests a thirty minute grace period to arrive, then eat, then play a game or two, and then open gifts. Showers are fun, but nobody wants to spend their entire day there. As the hostess, make sure you keep things moving at a comfortable pace. GENDER REVEAL. This is a relatively new type of event. The title is pretty straight forward, but just in case you’re not familiar: it’s a party to announce the sex of the baby. Sometimes the parents know ahead of time and sometimes it’s a surprise to them as well. Here’s the thing, they are great in theory but I have been to several and have noticed one key issue, they can be awkward. One issue is that often times the guest list spans a wide demographic from grandma to your drinking pals to work acquaintances and there’s no entertainment (other than the surprise pink or blue stuffed cupcakes) to keep people occupied. My remedy for this is to offer food and drink, try to be outdoors where people can spread out, 74 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | APRIL 2016
and keep it short. The second issue is that the hormonal momma may not react to the surprise as well as she had hoped. Unless she is very comfortable with being in the spotlight and not secretly hoping for one gender or another, you may encourage her to know prior to the reveal. SPRINKLE. Most moms will have at least one shower thrown for them during their first pregnancy. The Sprinkle idea came on the scene as a smaller party that happens if/when baby two comes along and is a different gender than the first. The idea being that mom has most of the staples but will need clothes and diapers. You don’t typically register for a Sprinkle and it usually is a more intimate party with a few close family members and friends. You still want to have food and drink, but consider hosting this at someone’s home or at a restaurant. Decor is up to you, but personally I would go more minimal here and let the focus be on just celebrating the mom and baby to be. I would also not play any of the traditional shower games in this situation. SIP N’ SEE. This type of party occurs after the baby arrives and has been brought home. It’s an opportunity for family and friends to come see the nursery, baby and proud parents. It’s also a great way to prevent the family from being bombarded with a steady stream of guests following the birth. You should take the name literally and offer either tea or a cocktail of some kind for your guests. Food can be minimal as you don’t want guests to linger for too long. I suggest having a start time and end time versus a come and go. No matter what event you’re planning to host, here are a few tips that can apply: Consider having several hostesses. This takes pressure away and is less expensive. Just make sure someone is in charge and is comfortable delegating tasks. Let the parents have some input. Time of day, décor, food, etc. They may not have an opinion, but they’ll appreciate you asking. Have a rain plan. With the warmer weather approaching, outdoor events are ideal. However rain and storms can pop up in an instant. Save yourself an anxiety attack and have a back-up plan. It’s all in the details. Personal touches such as the incorporating the baby’s name in the decor, creating a custom music play list, and serving the parents’ favorite food make all the difference in the world. It doesn’t have to be expensive, just requires some extra thought.
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JOURNEY FOR THE TAILORED GREEN JACKET BY DAVID FRISK
When tuning into the Masters, you’ll hear longtime CBS broadcaster Jim Nantz welcome you by saying, “It’s a tradition unlike any other.” For most avid golf fans, we understand what Nantz is referring to when he says his famously coined term; however, if your life doesn’t revolve around golf it may be difficult to comprehend what makes it so special. The Masters is held the second weekend in April every year and takes place in Augusta, Georgia. Out of the four majors that take place on tour every year, the Masters is the one permanent fixture. It never moves and never will. It’s an exclusive tournament, and it’s intentionally promoted that way. The tournament does things their way, and if you don’t like it, oh well. Having said that, for all the prestige that this annual event holds, the tournament does a nice job of keeping certain things simple for the spectators. Purchasing food and drinks won’t set you back as you can have one of their famous pimento cheese sandwiches for $1.50 or a beer for $3.00, and the lines move quickly. However, during my most recent trip to the Masters, it was mentioned to me that the average patron generally spends approximately $300 on merchandise every day of the tournament with the simple purpose of showing off that you’ve attended and that you’re one of the lucky few to see it live, in person. The process of receiving an invitation into the Masters as a player is no easy task. Whereas, if you happen to win the Masters tournament, you get your very own tailored green jacket. Ordinarily, who wants a green jacket as a symbol of greatness? To the average man, it doesn’t sound like much but that particular jacket symbolizes your accomplishment forever and will be in style till the end of time. How 76 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | APRIL 2016
much do the players truly want to wear that jacket? Phil Mickelson, a three-time Masters champ, was seen wearing his green jacket driving through the Krispy Kreme drive-thru with his daughter the morning after winning in 2010. It’s a big deal. It’s fairly common that most people don’t even know what the actual trophy looks like, but they surely know the green jacket. The tradition of the green jacket originated for the sole purpose of having members sport them during the tournament so spectators would know who to ask if they needed any information. Since then, it has become a symbol of a much larger magnitude. Winning the Masters tournament also brings a myriad of unique rewards such as hosting the champion’s dinner the following year to which you set the menu. The theme is basically anything you want to eat goes as Tiger Woods famously had cheeseburgers, fries and milkshakes for his 1998 dinner. I’m confident that’s what every 22-year old champion would want as their menu. The finest perk of winning the Masters tournament earns the player the right to play
every year till the day he doesn’t want to play anymore. Champion for life. Has a nice ring to it, doesn’t it? There are many unique elements that sets Augusta National apart from all of the other great courses in the world, but the main reason that it stands out and has since the first tournament in 1934, is how it’s preserved. The course isn’t the longest or the most difficult. The fairways are wide, the rough isn’t high and the greens are large. Winning requires intelligence, knowing when to attack and discerning moments of trying patience. The Masters is the ultimate mental test for even the greatest golfers in the world. This year whether you’re watching the tournament on television or just happen to get a chance to go in person, make sure you take it all in. Enjoy what you’re actually viewing, enjoy the history, enjoy the roars that only echo around this course, and appreciate watching the best players in the world struggle to hit remarkable, yet mentally trying shots simultaneously. Without a doubt, the Masters is the closest thing you may see to perfection in sports.
FUN FACTS ABOUT THE MASTERS There are only four minutes of commercials per hour of the broadcast Was the first tournament to play 72 holes over four full days. The course is closed during the summer. Former champions have their own separate locker room. Fans and spectators can only be called “Patrons”.
All amateurs who are invited to play stay in the The Crow’s Nest at the top of the clubhouse. It’s a 30-by-40 feet area on the top floor of the clubhouse, capped by a tiny cupola.
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SOCIAL | Ringside: A Fight for Kids
Story & Photography by K. York Nashville’s premier charity boxing event, Ringside: A Fight for Kids, was held at Liberty Hall at The Factory in February. Guests enjoyed a gourmet dinner, live music and five action packed amateur fights. This annual boxing event provides the nonprofit agency the funding to assist disabled and underprivileged children in the middle Tennessee area. The mission of the Charley Foundation is to improve the quality of life of the children in need. Learn more at charleyfoundation.org.
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SOCIAL | Beer, Bacon & Bourbon Festival Story & Photography by K. York In March, The Factory played host to Franklin’s first Beer, Bacon & Bourbon Festival. Local and regional craft-beer brewers and the south’s finest bourbon distillers, along with Cool Café, united to amuse the palates of the eager attendees. Luxury cars, provided by Music City Motorsports, were a pleasure to view, and the live music was truly entertaining. It was a fun evening raising funds for Mercy Community Healthcare. Congratulations to Bad Idea Brewery who took home the People’s Choice Award in the Tennessee Home Brew Bad Idea Brewing Company Exhibition.
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HOME SALES MAKE MODEST GAINS IN FEBRUARY WILLIAMSON COUNTY CONTINUES UPWARD TREND IN 2016 Home sales in Williamson County made modest gains in February 2016 with a year-over-year increase of 9.8 percent, according to the latest monthly market report released by the Williamson County Association of REALTORS® (WCAR). There were 280 single-family homes and condominium closings for the month versus 255 closings reported in February 2015. Year-to-date home closings through February 2016 are 605, a 14.15 percent increase from the 530 closings reported through February 2015. “Williamson County’s residential homes sales continued its upward trend in February indicating the high desirability of the area among home buyers,” said David Logan, President of the Board of the Williamson County Association of REALTORS®. “While the winter months can impact the pace of home sales, our area continued to see steady improvement.”
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The median price for a single-family residence was $396,970, and for a condominium it was $285,000 in February 2016. Comparatively in February 2015, the median price for a single-family residence and condominium was $402,655 and $216,000, respectively. Housing inventory in Williamson County at the end of February was 1,603, down 1.5 percent from 1,629 in February 2015. “As we head into the spring selling season, inventory remains a challenge,” said Logan. “Homes moved off the market at a faster pace than last month and faster than this time last year. The best advice for would-be buyers and sellers is to enlist the services of a trusted REALTOR® and start the process early.” With 2,200 members, the Williamson County Association of REALTORS® provides support and services for area real estate professionals and is the leading voice in the community for its members, as well as residential and commercial property owners. REALTOR® is a registered trademark which may be used only by real estate professionals who are members of the National Association of REALTORS® and subscribe to its strict Code of Ethics.
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These days, if you want to be in the know in Williamson County, it is always beneficial to ask members of the many WC Facebook pages for advice or recommendations on where to find just about anything. If you are already aware of this wealth of information and, more specifically, if you have ever asked for a recommendation of where to buy a mattress, you know that the majority of the comments say, “Head Springs Depot.” It has become the mattress Mecca of Franklin and that’s just the tip of the iceberg! Buyers looking to spruce up their indoors and out, very often look no further than Head Springs. Located in Franklin, the warehouse liquidation store is full of inventory from some of America’s top retailers, including Amazon, Home Depot, Target and Serta Mattress Co. all priced at 30-60 percent off. In addition to the items from the large retailers (Overstock, Store Demo Product and Distressed Packaging), Head Springs works factory direct with several companies to provide even more mattresses, furniture and home improvement items. All products are assembled, inspected or tested before being sold to insure great quality.
Head Springs Depot is locally owned and operated by the Hall family, and they are not only known for amazing deals but outstanding customer service as well. A visit to the store starts with a friendly welcome at the door, includes personal attention along the way and ends with smiles all around. Even if you do not find what you are looking for, it is quite possible that you will find it the very next day. The inventory is constantly changing, and if you see something you want, you better get it. Sometimes they can barely get items unloaded before they are purchased and heading right back out the door. So, if Spring has put you in the mindset for home improvement, do yourself a favor, and head to Head Springs Depot. The Hall family focuses on getting great products in your hands at the best prices available. See for yourself that they always live up to their promise to “treat you like family!” Head Springs Depot is located at 547 Mount Hope Street in Franklin, off Hillsboro Road. Their hours of operation are 9:00am6:00pm Monday through Friday and 9:00am-5:00pm on Saturdays. They can be contacted at 615-671-4021 and you can see new inventory at www.headspringsdepot.com, on facebook.com/ headspringsdepot and at @headsprings on Instagram.
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SOCIAL | Outlook Williamson Sponsored Event
Story & Photography by Adam Sanner Outlook Williamson, presented by Williamson Inc, was held on March 15th at The Factory at Franklin and included an intensive, half-day economic forum explaining business trends from local and national experts. Featuring state, regional and national speakers, Outlook Williamson provides an insider view of the strengths and needs of the business community. This forum is the place to get upto-the-minute information that will help guide business investment decisions and identify areas that may need targeted attention, such as how to tap into a dependable stream of well-prepared employees. For more information, go to williamsonchamber.com.
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NASHVILLE LAWN & GARDEN SHOW ANNOUNCES AWARD WINNERS Gardens on Main in Lebanon was awarded the Best in Show Award at the annual Nashville Lawn & Garden Show. Additional awards for garden design and product displays were presented to companies and organizations including Willow Branch Outdoor Living, Brentwood, Ernie Hansel Craftsman Award for best use of construction elements in a garden. The show’s spectacular live gardens cover nearly an acre of space indoors, bringing an early taste of spring to Nashville. The free daily lectures offer advice and inspiration from experts. More than 150 exhibitors from a dozen states participate in the Show, the largest annual gardening event in the state.
FIRST HOUSE FOR HOPE DESIGNER SHOWHOUSE TO FEATURE TASTEMAKERS & SOCIAL MEDIA INTERIOR DESIGN INFLUENCERS Interior design tastemakers and social media influencers from throughout the Southeast have been selected for the Nashville area’s inaugural House for Hope Designer Show House partnering with builder, Carbine & Associates, with a goal of yielding over $100,000 for children’s charities. Builders of the 2013 Traditional Home magazine and the HGTV® Smart Home in Nashville, James Carbine, president of Carbine & Associates, said the home event will be one of the first of its kind in the nation and located in a new Williamson County neighborhood, Southern Preserve. Located off Lewisburg Pike the new Franklin neighborhood of Southern Preserve, the over 4,200 square foot home is a beautiful Modern Farmhouse with a painted brick exterior, covered porches, gourmet kitchen, four charming bedrooms, a children’s playroom and game room. The House for Hope Designer Show House will be open for tours in October. Follow the build at CarbineAndAssociates.com.
LOVE OF FRANKLIN INSPIRES 43RD ANNUAL HERITAGE BALL CHAIRS For Franklin Mayor Dr. Ken Moore and his wife, Linda, the second time was a charm; the second time to be asked to chair the Heritage Ball, that is. The Heritage Ball is Williamson County’s longest-running black tie event and the largest annual fundraiser for the Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County. It is scheduled for September 17 at the Eastern Flank Battlefield Park. The Moores were first asked several years ago, but the timing wasn’t right and they turned it down. This year the stars lined up, and their answer was a quick and enthusiastic “yes!” The Moores have attended the ball every year since they moved to Franklin in 2004. By accepting the chairmanship of the ball the Moores will have the opportunity to set the vision for the evening and add their creative touch to the event. The event includes a cocktail hour and silent auction followed by dinner and dancing until midnight. For more information or to receive an invitation, contact lmcalister@historicfranklin.com, or 615-591-8500 ext. 120. HABITAT WILLIAMSON-MAURY TO DEDICATE 16TH HOME BUILT BY LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS On Sunday, March 6, Habitat for Humanity Williamson-Maury (HFHWM) dedicated its 16th Habitat High home to Shateka McCord and her two children, Taniya (10) and Tyris (7). Built and sponsored by local high schools through the Habitat High program, this new, energy-efficient residence is located on Wendy Blvd in Columbia behind Spring Hill High School. The $70,000 needed for the build was funded through several projects undertaken by the Habitat High clubs at each school and through the generous donations of community sponsors First Farmers & Merchants Bank and Lasko Products, and through a matching grant from State Farm. The home also received financing and/or funding from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency. After the dedication, Habitat for Humanity Williamson-Maury will sell the home to McCord at cost and with a zero-interest mortgage. For additional information or to get involved as a donor or volunteer, please contact HFHWM at 615-690-8090 or visithfhwm.org. 86 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | APRIL 2016
IROQUOIS STEEPLECHASE CELEBRATES 75 YEARS, MAY 14, 2016 The Iroquois Steeplechase has been Nashville’s rite of spring since 1941, attracting more than 25,000 spectators to watch the best horses and riders in the world race over hurdles on a three-mile turf track. Held the second Saturday of May each year at Percy Warner Park, May 14, 2016, will mark 75 years for the Iroquois Steeplechase and more than seven decades of Music City’s annual celebration of time-honored traditions, Tennessee hospitality and Southern fashions. Since being designated as the official charity in 1981, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt has received more than $10 million from Iroquois Steeplechase proceeds. For more information, visit iroquoissteeplechase.org.
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Ribbon Cuttings Congratulations to these new Williamson County businesses and Chamber members!
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LARRY THORNE OF
GLOBAL MOTORSPORTS, INC. BY ANDREA DAVIS
Seven years ago, Larry Thorne partnered with owner, John Ginther, and opened the Cool Springs location of Global Motorsports, Inc, a luxury car dealer specializing in a wide range of pre-owned import cars. Larry describes Global Motorsports as a “boutique” dealership, comparing it to the level of personal service received when shopping in a boutique, as opposed to a large department store. He says this practice leads to high expectations from their customers, and understanding their needs and fulfilling them meet those expectations. Larry explains that they are able to accomplish that with a trained staff, knowledgeable enough to answer any questions and handle all of the buying experience themselves. Customers only have to deal with one person. You never hear “Let me go get the manager,” at Global Motorsports. Community engagement is a high priority to Larry and everyone at the dealership. They are very involved in local charities, such as Lily’s Garden, BRIDGES and the many events that benefit them, especially ones involving golf or equestrian sports. In addition to charities, Larry
feels that it is of great importance to reciprocate his business with other local businesses. “There’s a level of appreciation I have for other local businesses,” Larry said. “They are the fabric of our community.” The majority of the automobiles at Global Motorsports are two to three year old, one-owner, lease returns from the manufacturer with low mileage and under warranty with the option to extend. Global Motorsports also has it’s own service center with highly qualified technicians, providing everything from oil changes to transmission replacement with a commitment to excellent service in a timely manner. In addition to the quality of the inventory and services provided, the success of Global Motorsports is, no doubt, a result of the exceptional attention given to the customers. Unlike some of the big companies, when there is a problem, customers can talk directly to Larry to get the help they need. “There’s a reason there’s not a door on my office,” he said. “I can replace cars, not people.” To find out more and view the inventory, go to globalmotorsportsinc.com.
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SOCIAL | Great Futures Gala Sponsored Event
Story & Photography by K. York The 5th annual Great Futures Gala was held at the Omni Hotel in downtown Nashville. Over 750 guests enjoyed the Hollywood inspired, glamorous event featuring actor, comedian, writer, singer and producer, Martin Short as the evening’s special guest. The live and silent auctions offered bidders items from Nashvillemade goods to spectacular trips abroad and everything in between. The Great Futures Gala is the Boys & Girls Club of Middle Tennessee’s largest fundraiser. The agency served over 3,400 boys and girls in 2015. For more information, go to bgcmt.org.
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LIFESTYLE | Eat, Drink & Be Merry
Miss Daisy’s Kitchen 2176 Hillsboro Road Franklin, Tennessee 37069 615.599.5313 MissDaisyKing.com facebook.comMissDaisysKitchen
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WITH MISS DAISY KING April brings spring in its fullest bloom, when many of us head to the golf course, and where athletics, history and the beauty of nature all intertwine. Nowhere is the juxtaposition more perfect than at The Masters at the Augusta National, where I am fortunate to be traveling for this year’s 80th holding of that storied golf tournament. The Masters is lush in tradition and landscape. It’s been said that golfing there is like playing “in a nursery in heaven.” Golf and the south are indelibly linked. Perhaps that’s genetic - a Scottish game taken root among folks of Scottish decent. The weather, aforementioned scenery and flora create a perfect setting. Southerners value lore, legacy, competition, physicality and grace; and golf melds them all. No place more so than Augusta. The Masters, a quintessential golfing experience founded by native Georgia golf legend Bobby Jones, places a distinctly southern flavor on this sport from across the pond. The Masters is a homecoming for me, as I grew up just a couple of hours away in Buford, Georgia. I look forward to reuniting there with old friends and family. Tradition abounds there, beginning with the ceremonial opening tee shot, which this year will be opened by Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer and Gary Player. From then to the donning of the winner’s iconic Green Jacket and the presentation of the trophy, things are done a certain way with deviation not permitted. That includes the culinary staple most synonymous with The Masters and golf in general - pimento cheese. A controversy ensued several years ago after vendors changed, and regulars claimed the new pimento “just wasn’t the same.” At Miss Daisy’s though, we say “no worries,” because we’re partial to ours anyway. Maybe because I’m from that region, Master’s food is Miss Daisy’s food and visa versa. We’ve been serving Williamson County our variation of the Master’s most famous concessions for forty years, including Chicken Salad and Egg Salad. Whether you’re planning a party to view The Masters or want a snack to accompany your own golf game at a local course, try these recipes for your Master's delicacies. Better yet, come by Grassland Foodland and pick up ready-made, to go. Then mix a Peach Azalea Cocktail to wash it down, and drink it with sunshine, in the finest tradition of Augusta.
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1 part lime juice 1 part canned pineapple juice 1/2 part peach simple syrup 2 1/2 parts gin Dash of grenadine to color it pink
4 whole chicken breasts, cooked and chopped 1 cup diced celery 1 cup finely chopped pecans 1/2 cup pickle relish, drained 1 to 1 1/2 cups Hellman’s mayonnaise
Assemble ingredients and utensils. In a cocktail shaker with ice, shake and strain. Garnish with a lime wheel.
Salt and pepper to taste Assemble ingredients. In a large bowl, combine the ingredients. Refrigerate. Yield: 4 plus cups.
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PIMENTO CHEESE 8 ounces grated extra sharp cheddar cheese 2 ounce jar diced pimentos drained 1/4 cup Hellman’s mayonnaise, some use Duke's mayonnaise 1 tablespoon sour cream 1 teaspoon finely grated Vidalia onion 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Dash of Worcestershire sauce Assemble ingredients and utensils. In a large bowl, combine the cheese and pimentos. In a separate bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Mix in the cheese and pimentos. Mix well. Chill. Serve on your choice of white bread. Note: this is my interpretation of the recipe. Yield: 2-3 sandwiches.
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PIMIENTO CHEESE 1 4-ounce can diced pimentos, drained 1/2 cup Hellman’s mayonnaise 1/4 cup Durkee's sauce 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon, fresh minced garlic 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh parsley 1 pound, 16 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated Assemble ingredients. In a large bowl combine all the ingredients except the cheddar cheese and mix well by hand. Add the cheese and mix again. Refrigerate. In honor of The Masters, I'll be serving white bread for the sandwich. Yield: 3 1/2 cups
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I know a place…it’s not secret, yet it feels like one, as it is tucked upstairs in the heart of West End. It provides beautiful views of the Parthenon with windows spanning the entire dining room. Here, you can dine on the richest of steaks and seafood, while sipping on handcrafted cocktails or wine from an extensive selection, including 100 choices by glass and in two different pour sizes. Not sure what you want? Have a little fun with their Fleming’s WiNEPAD™, where you can peruse by varietals, ratings and local selections.
including five signature cocktails, five wines by the glass and five appetizers. This special menu includes the Pan-Crisped Pork Belly, Tenderloin Carpaccio, and the Prime Burger which is prime beef ground fresh, not your average sandwich. From 8-10pm, their Eight Nine Ten menu includes eight wine and cocktail selections and eight Bar la Carte choices, including Ahi Tuna Tacos, Lobster Lettuce Wraps and The Prime Rib Dip sandwich served with their delicious house made sourdough bread.
Still can’t find what you’re looking for? The servers are well versed on the menu and the best drink pairings. We were lucky enough to have been awarded as our server, Mr. Brian Holler, whom I will refer to as our dining consultant. He helped make the dining experience top notch and has been with the company since it’s opening in Nashville, about fifteen years ago. Ed Bortle, the operating partner here, and gracious host, has been here for thirteen years, and in a day and age where stability in a job is fleeting at best, I’d say this is impressive for Fleming’s as a whole.
We began with cocktails and sampled a fave here, the Farmers Daughter Martini, perfect for the early spring weather and so refreshing. It’s a mix of fresh strawberries and basil muddled in Tito’s vodka and mixed with lemon sour and cranberry juice, chilled to perfection, served up. Also, a glass of Justin Cabernet Sauvignon, which was bold yet smooth on the palate and a perfect match to the upcoming epicurean feast. Favorite menu items started with Pan-Crisped Pork Belly, which is served with creamy goat cheese grits, dark cherry and sweet onion chutney; then on to the chèvre grits - a delicious pair with the tart and sweet of the cherry and the velvety and slightly crisped pork belly. No shrinking violet, the Chilled Seafood Tower included succulent lobster, shrimp and crab served with traditional dipping sauces. Its presentation was majestic and tasted like it was fresh from the dock. The salads were modernized in that the
Just steps or short ride away from great Nashville venues, including anything from a concert at The Ryman or a date with the Nashville Symphony, this is a great place to start or end your evening. With two separate happy hours each night featuring their Five Six Seven menu, served from 5-7pm, with selections ranging from $6-8 in price,
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wedge has grape tomatoes, crispy onions with caramelized bacon and a slice of gorgonzola; the Caesar includes fried capers and crispy thin prosciutto chips. We indulged in a classic steak experience with sizzling hot, seasoned to perfection, and cooked to order, pepper crusted filet mignon and bone-in rib-eye, as well as buttery sweet lobster. These were served with the posse du perfection of sides including house specialty, Fleming’s Potatoes, scalloped and cooked with cream, jalapeños, and cheddar with a slight crisp from a perfect broil; bubbling and velvety chipotle spiced cheddar macaroni and cheese with just a perfect spicy zing to them; brushed herb oil butter rubbed fresh grilled asparagus; and finally a variety of sautéed mushrooms. Alas, just as we thought it was over, three little devils appeared at our table tempting our palates and winning, no contest. Chocolate Lava Cake with a molten center of Belgian chocolate served with vanilla ice cream in a thin crispy shell made of pistachio cookie and sprinkled with chopped pistachios; classic Creme Brûlée using Tahitian vanilla and served with fresh berries and finally, your not so traditional, three layer Carrot Cake with cream cheese frosting replacing walnuts with morsels of pineapple and a drizzle of dark rum caramel. Everything came together making this truly an affair to remember.
LIFESTYLE | A Southern Gentleman Is...
HISTORIC GARDENING BY DANNY ANDERSON
Noted author and friend, Robert Hicks, wrote in The Southerner’s Handbook — A Guide to Living the Good Life, “If a garden served as the cradle of humanity, then it’s safe to say that Southerner’s have never forgotten that such a place is hallowed ground. From the very earliest accounts of immigration, in the seventeenth century, moving through the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries gardens were at the center of life in the South. Some might explain this as the simple necessity to survive, but from the very beginning, the Southerner’s passion for the garden reached far beyond base survival.” When I read Robert’s eloquent words, the beautiful garden at Carnton Plantation came to mind. I immediately called my friend Justin Stelter, Director of Gardens and Grounds at Carnton and owner of JS Gardening, to see if he could meet me for lunch to talk about the world of historic gardening. I found Justin’s passion and knowledge of historic gardens here and around the world to be overwhelming. I could see his eyes light up when he spoke about some of the amazing projects he is working on and those he has had the fortune to work on over the years, including Carnton, Carter House and The Hermitage. Justin was also selected as one of two dozen from a nationwide search to complete a two-week intensive historic gardening course under former head gardener at Monticello, Peter Hatch. As we sat, he began talking about the reconstruction of the garden at Carnton. Justin told me that the garden was reconstructed in the mid 1990’s based on the work of Gerry Doell, one of the leading garden historians in the nation using the remaining evidence of the original fence lines, brick shards and surviving plant materials — all remnants of John 96 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | APRIL 2016
McGavock’s 1847 kitchen/ornamental garden. Over the last decade, Justin has overseen the installations of a historic daffodil garden, both heirloom peony and species host collections, the addition of espaliered pear trees and with Master Gardeners and dedicated volunteers, the planting and harvesting of Carnton’s pre 1869 vegetable crop. In case you haven’t had the pleasure to visit the garden at Carnton, I encourage you to treat yourself to a wonderful experience and enjoy the beauty and history of one the country’s great landmarks. Being a novice gardener, I asked Justin about some of the Do’s and Don’t of planning and planting a garden. Here are some interesting tips he shared with me: 1. Gardens come in all shapes and sizes. When planning a garden look at the space, block and conceal the less attractive areas and focus on the beautiful areas. 2. Create garden spaces (garden rooms) and destination points (focal points). 3. A southern garden will include boxwoods, crepe myrtles, at least one hardwood tree, bulbs, flowers and, of course, roses. 4. Speaking of crepe myrtles, did you know that Franklin’s Tree Ordinance prohibits topping trees and that includes Crepe Myrtles? Justin laughingly said that a good gardener would never commit “Crepe Murder”—you selectively prune your plants for aesthetics. 5. Men don’t be afraid to use color in your gardens. Pink and purples bring life to any garden.
6. Traditionally, a southern garden has a fence to help protect it from the elements, animals and perhaps other people. 7. Moles are the bane of our existence, but that is another topic too long to discuss. 8. As any good gardener knows, soil is the foundation for healthy, happy plants. Additionally, adequate water and appropriate sunlight are vital components for a successful garden. When we ended our visit, Justin said to me, “Always remember that gardening is what connects people to the earth. It shows us what the earth is all about - to cultivate a garden is to cultivate life.” Words of wisdom that I won’t forget. Growing up my mother always grew beautiful flowers (wish I had her green thumb), and each year she and dad “invited” my brother and me to help with the vegetable garden, which by the way was quite large. They must have thought I had great talents in the weeding category, as that seemed to always be my job. My talents as a “weeder” were greatly exaggerated, and I suspect that my dear mother came behind me and cleaned up what I left behind. My idea of gardening was to dig a hole, plant something and pray. As I grew older and had my own house, my interest in gardening and love of flowers grew. Unfortunately, being the impatient person I am, I held on to that same system to dig, plant and pray.
This little story really has nothing to do with the topic of my article, however, I thought it was quiet entertaining and wanted to share. It is about one horticultural hero that was celebrated in both story and song - that being Johnny Appleseed. No, he is not just a legend of frontier America, he really did exist. He traveled westward ahead of the expansion of the growing United States, introducing apples to much of the frontier of Ohio and Illinois. He went around planting and selling apple trees, not so the people could get all of their fruits and vegetables they needed, but for making hard cider and applejack. It has been said that he was welcomed in every cabin in that region for bringing the gift of alcohol to the frontier. And that is the end of my story... For more information on the gardens at Carnton, visit boft.org. To read the Garden and Gun article on Justin and the garden at Carnton go to:gardenandgun.com/article/carnton-plantation-garden Happy Planting, Danny
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SOCIAL | Strings & Stories
Story & Photography by K. York Music lovers and supporters of High Hopes gathered for the 7th Annual Strings & Stories: An Intimate Night of Songwriters’ Tales, at Green’s Grocery in historic Leipers Fork. Guitarist William Kellett played as guests enjoyed dinner from Red Pony followed by dessert and coffee from The Frothy Monkey. Awardwinning songwriter Leslie Satcher was joined on stage by Brad Crisler and Will Robinson, to perform their top hits and share the stories behind the music. High Hopes provides children and youth with special needs, the skills to reach their full potential through the services of their Development Center Inclusive Preschool and Pediatric Therapy Clinic. For more information please go to highhopesforkids.org.
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VEGAS THE LADY’S GUIDE TO LAS VEGAS BY KRISTA EHRET
A vacation to “Sin City” can mean many different things to different travelers. Whether it’s a business trip, family vacation or bachelorette party, it can greatly impact the agenda, budget and packing list. Whatever your reason for going, there are some basic tips that are universally helpful. I recently visited the city for the second time and have walked away with some advice for the Vegas-bound newbie.
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KNOW WHEN TO BOOK. Las Vegas is a convention hot-spot. We almost booked during the adult film expo. Thank goodness we checked ahead of time, because my mother and aunt were with us. Save yourself from the crowds, higher rates, and, in our case, mortification; and try to go when there are no major events happening. Also, if at all possible, try to go from Sunday-Thursday. Rates are definitely cheaper, and you may notice a change in how generous the slot machines are.
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of smoke, even in the rooms. It was my mission to not have a similar issue this time. I chose a newer property in which the rooms had never had a smoking option, and the casino was built with state of the art ventilation.
DO YOUR RESEARCH BEFORE BOOKING. There are many Gotta ride the hotels in Vegas, and it can definitely be overwhelming trying to decide on one if you’re not familiar with the options. Trip Advisor and Yelp were my best friends when making this important, and expensive decision. Travelers can post reviews and, even more importantly, pictures of the property. The first time that I went, I had the unfortunate experience of staying at an older property that reeked
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CREATE A BUDGET. Vegas is basically a Disney World for adults. Meaning, you’ll have a great time, but it comes at a cost. A bottle of water can run you $7.00. We planned our trip a year in advance and set Let’s aside money each month designated to our Vegas fund. The amount needed will be different for everyone, but I recommend over budgeting. Don’t forget to include things like cab fare and tips. PLAN YOUR FOOD AND ENTERTAINMENT. Ok, no one wants an itinerary gondola shoved in their face when they’re on vacation. However, having a loose idea of what you’d like to see and do while you’re there will be helpful. We knew there were a couple of restaurants we wanted to try while we were there, so we made sure to be familiar with where they were located and if we needed a reservation. Your options for shows are plentiful, and you’ll likely be bombarded with flyers and handouts as soon as you get on the Strip. We
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knew we wanted to see Cirque Du Soleil’s Love (highly recommend!), so we booked our seats way in advance to make sure we wouldn’t miss it. We also planned dinner at the hotel in which the show was performed, so we wouldn’t have to rush getting from one property to the next.
PACK ACCORDINGLY. Vegas can bring forth images of sequindo lunch laden mini skirts and stilettos. Yes, you do see this, but it’s not the norm. During the day, it’s all about comfort! Athletic gear, tennis shoes, and flats should all make their way into your bag. You should also plan to use a cross-body purse instead of a shoulder bag. You need your hands free, and you want to keep your items close to you in a crowd. Desert weather is much different from our weather. We went in February. The days were warm, and the evenings and mornings were chilly. Pack layers that can be put on and off easily, as necessary. Also, a side tip if you have long hair- Dry air= static attack. Bring dryer sheets. WALK VERSUS CAB. The hotels are enormous. Caesar’s Palace alone takes up a half mile square block. Walking from property to property is definitely doable, but it may not be for everyone. Some properties offer trams that will go to sister hotels, so that’s a great alternative. There is also a taxi stand at the main entrance of many properties. The bellman will ask where you need to go and get the cab for you. We found it to be moderately priced and the convenience to be worth it.
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SOCIAL | 3 Blind Vines
Story & Photography by K. York The Next Generation Heritage Foundation presented the 9th Annual 3 Blind Vines Wine Tasting Event in Liberty Hall at The Factory in February. As they enjoyed the “Rat Pack” theme of this year’s event, wine enthusiasts tasted fine wines, ate fabulous samplings from Franklin’s finest restaurants and bid on amazing items in the silent auction. Jamie McLaughlin & the Groove Addiction entertained the crowd. The evening’s event benefited the Old, Old Jail, which will be called the Big House for Historic Preservation. For more information, go to historicfranklin.com.
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Happy Spring, Williamson County! I hope you all are enjoying the warmer weather, blossoms and longer evenings at the dog parks! Since we are now in the month of April showers, I wanted to share some important info about keeping your pets safe in the storms. You see, not all of us pups really care for storms or rain. The loud thunder and the shaking booms- scary! Also, here in Tennessee, we get tornadoes during this time of year. Here are some safety tips to keep in mind for the stormy days and bad weather that will help us pups cope with the stress of storms and keep us more safe: BRING US INSIDE – If it is not safe for you to be outside, then it is not safe for us either. Downpours, flooding, lightning, strong winds and debris are very dangerous.
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DIY GIFT BASKETS ARE THE PERFECT WAY TO SAY
Thank You BY KATIE JACOBS
As we move into the season of summer entertaining, backyard barbecues, ladies’ luncheons, and kids parties will fill our calendars. It’s so important to be a gracious guest, and when someone goes out of their way to feed and entertain you, show your gratitude with a little something for the host. A bottle of wine is always a welcome offering, but putting a gift basket together is a present they’ll not-soon-forget. From something small and homemade to a more extravagant package, gift baskets can be tailored to fit any budget. Start by selecting a theme. Think about who you’re gifting the basket to, the theme of the event, and how much you’d like to spend. A new mom would love a spa themed basket, guys are aways into a grilling inspired collection of goodies, and your foodie friend would adore a colander filled with fresh pasta, spaghetti sauce and a bottle of wine. Next, choosing a “basket” for your gift is just as important as the contents. Think outside the box when deciding on your container. Choose something that becomes part of the gift, like a lantern filled with s’mores ingredients or a popcorn bucket showcasing movie themed items. Finally, filling the basket should be fun and thoughtful. I love showcasing local products and including items that are on the top of my favorite-things-list. Your favorite candle or that to-die-for pancake mix tucked in a basket of personalized goodies will leave your host swooning and most certainly get you invited back!
TEA FOR ONE
Fill a small picnic basket with items for a beautiful tea party for one. A tea pot filled with spring flowers, a vintage tea cup and spoon, tea cookies, lemon curd, jam, honey, and a personalized calligraphy tag will make for a lovely and relaxing afternoon for your hostess the day after the party.
BBQ WITH THE BOYS
I love this lantern chock-full of chic barbecue favorites. A canteen, Turkish T Towel, soda, candle, and s’mores kit make for a fun evening under the stars.
BREAKFAST IN BED
After a long evening of cleaning dishes, your host will appreciate breakfast in bed the following morning. A basket full of coffee, pancakes and syrup, fresh squeezed orange juice, fruit, muffins, and champagne for mimosas should do the trick! Locally sourced items from White’s Mercantile, Tin Cottage, Sew What Gifts and Stitches, and Abigail T Calligraphy. APRIL 2016 | YOURWILLIAMSON.COM 105
SOCIAL | Taste of Williamson Sponsored Event
Story & Photography by K. York CoolSprings Galleria hosted the annual Taste of Williamson benefiting the United Way of Williamson County and its partner agencies. Ticket holders strolled from station to station throughout the Galleria, sampling the delicious offerings of food from local restaurants. Proceeds from the popular event, presented by Nissan, support the programs and services of the United Way, creating opportunities for a better life in our community. For more information, go to uwwc.org.
Mike & Gail Johnson, Heather & Hanley Crawford, Don & Nancy Warden
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COMMUNITY | Your Education
TEACHING TO TEST BY ANNIE OSTEEN
Imagine walking into a home where the occupant is a hoarder. The house filled with junk, and finding a place to start cleaning seems almost impossible. Meanwhile, the hoarder considers themselves to be a minimalist that has impeccable organizational skills and desperately tries to sell you on that notion. This is how I feel about TNReady, TCAP and the theory proclaimed by “experts” that testing is the end-all, is-all of student measurement; that this is the only standard in which a true representation of a teacher and student is shown. Do these experts and deal-making politicians actually believe that we, as parents and educators, are buying this philosophy? TNReady, as stated by the Tennessee Department of Education’s website, is the new and improved TCAP test for English language arts and math in grades 3-11. The theory is that it’s supposed to provide educators, parents and students with more information about a child’s progress towards college and career readiness. I am stunned to see that our state believes that measuring a child in third or fourth grade…even in seventh grade, can truly determine their “college and career readiness.” Does the state need to be reminded how old these kids actually are and that the only thing that’s on most of their minds at this age is recess, lunch and friends? A few months ago as I picked up my fourth grader from school, I noticed her eyes were swollen and red, a sign that she had been crying. She proceeded to tell me that she was typing a practice essay for the TNReady computer test in language arts, and she couldn’t finish her essay because she ran out of time. I became enraged for a myriad of reasons while she told me about the stress she felt that afternoon. Since that time, my once confident ten-year old has told me that she doesn’t want to become a teacher if it’s all about taking timed, stressful tests. The crucial data that the state is seeking from their young, experimental puppets to determine “college and career readiness” will be simultaneously stripped away from them in the process of constant testing. 108 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | APRIL 2016
On February 8, 2016, as I sat in a classroom to take on the responsibility of proctoring the TNReady test, I asked myself why I was there. The idea of continuous monitoring through more standardized testing makes me nauseous. I suppose I went to support the teachers and the administration…and the children. Championing them in yet another process, in which every single hand is tied. That morning, I observed more than I thought I would. The teacher began by making sure each child had a computer. She read instructions on the do’s and don’ts of the testing process and proceeded to give them the log-in information to get the process of
My once confident ten-year old, has told me that she doesn’t want to become a teacher if it’s all about taking timed, stressful tests. this online test started. As the children started to type, as fast and confidently as any eight or nine year old can, the computers started to freeze. One by one, hands were raised in the air to alert the teacher that they had an issue with their computer. I saw the confusion in their faces and the panic in their teacher’s. They could probably see the disgust in mine. What I saw was months and months of required and monitored practice on both the teachers’ and students’ part to prepare for an online test that would determine everything the state deemed important, get erased in a matter of minutes. At that moment, it was clear to me that the online testing debacle was
the most perfect analogy for the testing-iseverything model. I have a heart for teachers. I’ve always said that they are overworked and underpaid. They knew going into their career that it would be hard work but also rewarding work. The stressful demands of the test and the evaluation of their job that it profoundly holds has succeeded at taking away the fulfilling part of being an educator. Why have our teachers been denied their opportunity to use their creativity, their minds and their passions to reach their students? They have the drive, the knowledge and the capability to reach students in a way that a Number 2 pencil and a Scantron form will never achieve. Tennessee still has many mountains to climb in order to figure out how to get itself from remaining in the bottom half of all states on the Nation’s Report Card. Clearly, there’s a substantial problem but yet the state feels confident that settling into a five-year, $108 million contract with Measurement, Inc, the company responsible for the online testing fiasco demonstrated on Feb 8th across the state, was a wise investment. Was it even a consideration to place more teachers, aids, and school related necessities in place instead of acquiring more testing material? At the end of the day, the state would have to put more effort and energy into correctly understanding the true score of a school, teachers or students. It would comprise of taking time to evaluate test scores by the individual schools and embrace candid communication with noteworthy educators, not simply using an apathetic testing machine to convey partial data to save them the trouble of doing their job. You do not have to have the highest degree in the land to understand what’s basic and what’s important. Administrators, teachers and parents are the true heartbeat of the education in Tennessee, not the state nor the absurd, costly contracts that it agrees to. The role of the education system, anywhere in the country, is to prepare students for the life ahead. Life is the ultimate test, which you’ll never find in a standardized test booklet.
WILLIAMSON COUNTY SCHOOLS
SPRING CALENDAR APRIL 19
ACT Exams, 11th Grade
MAY 20
Student Half Day – last day of spring semester
MAY 20-21
Graduation Window
MAY 23
Teacher’s Administrative Day
MAY 30
Memorial Day, System Closed
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COMMUNITY | Your Kids
BY GINGER JONES
Every parent knows that saying no to your children is usually picking a battle. It can mean arguing, and crying, and creating a lot more work for yourself as a parent, than if you could just gave in and give your kiddos what they want. However, immediately saying yes isn’t always what’s best for your children in the short and the long term. Here’s why saying no is so important and how to say it without actually saying it.
it also doesn’t sound harsh. This sort of language can be spun for any rule you want to make. It sets guidelines gently but forcefully, teaching your kids that rules are made to follow, which will carry over into other aspects of their life.
Explain to your children why you are telling them no, and avoid the promise of ‘maybe tomorrow’. For example, if your little one wants to eat ice cream before dinner, explain to them how it When a child never will spoil their meal, and avoid promising hears no and always them that they can have some tomorrow gets their way at home, or later. Putting them off isn’t telling them no, it’s just postponing a fight. You can also they begin to believe deflect with something else that’s good for that this is how the them but is still appealing; in this situation, world works. offering a healthy snack or no snack at all as an ultimatum for ice cream.
Some people believe it’s dangerous to try and be more of a friend to your kids than a parent, but how do you find that balance? Using ‘no’ when necessary can help you stay from being your child’s best friend, instead of providing them with the guidance they need to be successful in life. When a child never hears no and always gets their way at home, they begin to believe that this is how the world works. They will start to expect everyone, in every walk of life, to give them exactly what they want when they want it. In short, they will become entitled. This can lead to bad behavior in public. They may not listen at school to their teachers or be a good friend to their peers. It may be harder for them to participate in organized activities like sports, band or choir, because they have a hard time taking instruction or doing things they don’t necessarily see the personal benefit of. ‘No’ is a powerful tool to be used in your household, but there are other ways to tell your children they aren’t allowed to have or do something without it sounding so negative. Instead of saying, “No shoes in the house!” you can try positive languages such as, “Only socks on the carpet!” It shows them that you make the rules, but 110 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | APRIL 2016
The most important thing to remember is that every time you want to tell your child no, you are being faced with an opportunity for a lesson. Your child has mis-stepped or done something wrong and might not be aware of what it is. It’s an opportunity to teach them and grow with them and that should never be taken for granted just for an easy ‘yes’. Ginger Geldreich Jones, M.A., CCC-SLP, LSLS Cert AVT Speech-Language Pathologist, Certified Auditory Verbal Therapist Founder, CEO | Jones Therapy Services, LLC 615.614.8833 | jonestherapyservices.com
SOCIAL | New Hope Academy Banquet
Story & Photography by K. York The annual New Hope Academy Banquet was a very special celebration at Liberty Hall at the Factory this year. “New Hope by the Numbers” was the 20 year anniversary celebration for New Hope Academy. After dinner, former students, parents and administrators delivered moving testimony to the experience they have had at New Hope. New Hope Academy is a Christ centered community school that promotes racial, cultural and economic diversity and unity. Its mission is to prepare young people for a life of service. For more information, go to nhafranklin.org.
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LIFESTYLE | Arts & Culture A La Carte
WITH ANDREA DAVIS Your Williamson’s gal about town for everything arts, culture & leisure.
THEATRE: Corrie Maxwell as “Velma Kelly”
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Originally from Charleston, South Carolina, actor Corrie Maxwell has been in the Nashville area for seventeen years, and the past eleven of those years have been in Williamson County. After studying at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York, she began her professional acting career in Hawaii. The move to Nashville followed. Corrie has performed with the Women’s Theater Project, Street Theatre Company, Blackbird Theatre and Chaffin’s Barn. She has also taken the stage right here in our own backyard many times at the Boiler Room Theatre; Studio Tenn’s Guys and Dolls and Hello Dolly; and most recently in the Act Too Pro’s Production of Mary Poppins, as Winifred Banks. Currently, she is making her debut at the Nashville Repertory Theatre (Nashville Rep) with a leading roll as Velma Kelly in the musical Chicago. So far, Nashville Rep has been a great experience for Corrie. She says a huge part of that is Chicago director Renee’ Copeland’s beautiful and thorough vision, working with choreographer Pam Athna and being along side a cast full of actors excited to be a part of the show. Chicago is based on true stories of homicides committed in Chicago in the 1920’s, specifically the trials of Beulah Annan and Belva Gaertner (aka Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly). While playing the role of Velma, Corrie says that she relates to her scrappiness. “Velma is very poised but hungry. She had to fight for everything,” said Corrie. “Things have never been super easy for me. I’ve always fought for roles.” However, Velma’s attitude towards others is out of Corrie’s comfort zone. By nature, Corrie is kind and just wants everyone to get along, proof that her acting ability is exceptional, landing roles demanding her to take on traits opposite of her own. Corrie explains that the musical is a happy medium between the 2002 movie and the original “Vaudeville type” show. “The movie took a lot of artistic liberties because of the translation from stage to screen,” Corrie said. Patrons of the Nashville Rep production should not come expecting what was seen on the silver screen, but they should expect to be wowed, just the same, by the Theatre’s unique adaptation. The show is going on now through April 16th at the TPAC in the Johnson Theater. For more information and tickets, go to nashvillerep.org/chicago-the-musical.
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MONTHLY | Did You Know?
DID YOU KNOW? HOME & GARDEN QUIRKY TIPS:
You can use cola as insecticide by placing a small cup near pests’ favorite plants. They’ll be lured to the sugary beverage and killed by the acid.
Grow sweeter cucumbers by planting them near sunflowers. If you are fond of cut flowers, adding a penny to the water in the vase can help keep the flowers looking good for longer - the copper works as a fungicide and bactericide.
Grow melons vertically to keep them from sprawling all over your yard. Once the melons start growing, support them by tying old cloths or T-shirts around them. Save coffee cups to start seedlings indoors and then transplant in the garden later. information courtesy of troybilt.com & vernonplants.com
After boiling food like vegetables, eggs and noodles, set the cooking water aside and use it to water your plants once it cools down. It saves water and has extra nutrients your plants can use.
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