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This month’s issue of Click magazine celebrates the classic Southern wedding in the union of Keelan Ready and William Weeks. With an abundance of decorative flowers and a wedding march performed and composed by Keelan’s cousin Peadar from Ireland, months of planning culminated in an absolutely perfect day for the newly married couple. Ready is the daughter of former state senator and circuit court judge George B. Ready and Amanda Ready. The groom is the son of Barry and Glena Weeks of Boyle, Mississippi .
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OUT & ABOUT 62 Desoto’s Best Party 64 Southaven Chamber 101 Meeting 66 Oxford Film Fest 68 Tate County EDF Annual Meeting 70 Empty Bowls Project 72 The Arc of Northwest Mississippi Presents The Little House Art Project
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From the Editor
Just Married I have a confession to make, dear readers: for the past six or seven years, the wedding issue hasn’t exactly been my specialty. Sure, I’ve always had a few talented and knowledgeable people backing me up and it’s always handy to lean on the experts for an issue like this, but I’ve never felt like I could speak authoritatively on the subject matter. That all changes in 2019, since I’m about 50 days away from my own wedding as I type this. On May 26, I’m set to marry my beloved art teacher ladyfriend of five years at what is shaping up to be the most expensive looking, yet somehow low-budget, wedding in the history of the Mid-South. So, as you might imagine, I’m taking this particular issue a little bit more seriously than years past. This year’s celebration of all things matrimony kicks off with eight of the very best Southern weddings I’ve seen in a while. From the casual, fun gatherings to the more elegant affairs, we hope the memories made in this year’s “Real Weddings” feature on page 18 last long after the pages of this magazine have come unglued. Special thanks go out to longtime Click magazine contributor and wedding photographer Maddie Moree for always lending a hand with this section. The wedding ceremony is one of many moving parts, so we’ve dedicated a ton of this month’s content to helping you plan your perfect day. And speaking of planning, this month’s featured interview, Lifestyle Designer Angela Mazanti, does just that to much acclaim. See her interview on page 14 for some expert advice regarding crucial elements like catering, choosing venue and picking the perfect invitation. This month also brings a pair of features geared toward helping you choose the perfect cake with the helpful folks from Frost Bake Shop (page 10) and some expert advice regarding bountiful bouquets from Angie Tacker of Hernando Flower Shop (page 46). In addition, we’ve got the usual offering of what’s happening in the region in this month’s “Out and About” on page 62. Featured events include this year’s Desoto’s Best Party, Oxford Film Fest and “Cirque du CMOM” presented by the Children’s Museum of Memphis. So from all of us to all of you: enjoy this one. We hope you have just as much fun reading it as we did putting it together. And please, wish me luck on the upcoming nuptials. If all goes well, you might just catch me in our featured weddings section next year.
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Taylor Smith
Various events and in this month's issue were shot by local photographer Brian Anderson, a Memphis-based artist that started shooting professionally about six years ago and has been featured in Southern Living Magazine, Oxford American, MBQ and the St. Jude Gallery Collection, to name a few. He primarily focuses on concerts, with a focus on blues and old-fashioned Southern music, as well as the Mississippi delta and cityscapes.
Taylor Smith really should change her name to “Word.” She’s been a reporter for multiple publications in the Mid-South, including The Daily Helmsman, The Leader and The Commercial Appeal, and she journals every day. When she’s not moonlighting as a copy editor, she’s working full-time as a project coordinator for City Gear, an urban streetwear retailer, or watching another episode of Forensic Files with her fiance, Jason.
Madison Yen
Mike Lee
Several of the weddings featured in this month's issue were photographed by longtime Click magazine contributor Madison Yen of Yen Studios and Maddie Moree. Madison specializes in wedding and engagement photography as well as professional headshots. In her spare time, she is a merchandiser for Chloe + Isabel Jewelry and consults small businesses to ramp up their marketing and sales.
Event photos in this issue were captured by Click photographer Mike Lee. Mike started in news in 1971 as a TV writer, photographer, and art director. For 20 years, his work appeared on national and international television broadcasts, and was published in print media worldwide.
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Family-owned Frost Bake Shop offers a wide array of delicious and artistic custom wedding cakes Feature by CASEY HILDER
Laura Doyle and Kristi Kloos, Frost Bake Shop
When it comes to preparing lavishly decorated wedding cakes, it’s quite literally what’s inside that counts for Frost Bake Shop. “At Frost, a 9-inch strawberry cake contains a full pound of strawberries,” says co-owner Kristi Kloos. “It takes us a little more effort and time to make them, but the cakes are always of a much higher quality.” The husband-and-wife duo of Kristi and Bill Kloos run Frost Bake Shop, a family-owned and operated Mid-South bakery that specializes in a bevy of baked treats including gooey butter cookies, cupcakes and – most notably — stylized multitier wedding cakes. The business endeavor sprang forth from a book of old Kloos family recipes culled by Bill, his father Bill Sr., and his mother Lynn. “We started small, testing out a few different recipes and saw the potential to grow as a business,” says Kristi. The family started from an apartment kitchen, baking wholesale for restaurants, country clubs and delis in the area from 2004 to 2010 under the name “All-American Sweets.” After a series of failed shared-space partnerships, the family opened their own 2,500-square foot bakery (which has since grown to 7,800 square feet through the addition of several bays) in 2010. By 2011, Bill was working fulltime alongside his father and the family opened their first-ever Frost Bake Shop in East Memphis’ Laurelwood Shopping Center in 2013. Frost began as an average bake shop, but soon became known across the region for its lavishly decorated wedding cakes. 10
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“At first, we were just a general-purpose bakery,” says Kristi. “It was all about making that great-tasting dessert to just raise the standard in the area: We use real ingredients and show as much care as possible for what goes inside the cake.” The staff at Frost Bake Shop applies several simple, personal touches to the baking process such as hand-juiced and zested lemons to produce a more tart and pronounced flavor than just using a dash of lemon juice. “We took a lot of time to perfect the recipe before we hired a decorator,” says Kristi. “That’s really important for people to understand since so many people think it’s all about decorating on the outside. I’m not knocking Betty Crocker, but when you don’t use a traditional box mix it makes all the difference in the world.” When creating a custom wedding cake, Kristi recommends setting a consultation appointment around three to six months in advance of the wedding date. “We can do last minute cakes, but planning and preparation can take the stress off of all parties involved,” says Kristi. “As long as they have a venue, a rough guest count and an idea of where to go, we can get started.” Frost Bake Shop’s in-depth consultations are geared toward helping customers determine the appropriate size, shape and filling for the confection of their dreams. “Most people are not familiar with how to build a cake, what goes into it and what we can and can’t do,” says Kloos. “So it’s up to us to keep track of your vision and bring that to the cake designers. We draw, we use reference pictures, basically whatever it takes to make sure that your dream becomes a reality.” At the consultation, brides and grooms to be are invited to sample small servings of vanilla, chocolate and strawberry cake onsite to help in the decision-making process. “Those
are our top flavors, with strawberry being the most popular,” says Laura Doyle, special events and weddings manager with Frost Bake Shop. “At the end of the consultation, you can select four other flavors to take home and try. We want to offer the different options, but figured seven kinds of cake in one sitting could be a little much for our couples.” Once a flavor is selected, design elements are decided through a short Q&A session followed by a build-and-play exercise with Styrofoam tiers to give clients an idea of the size and scale of their cake. “The most fun part of my job is gathering little bits of my clients’ personalities and finding ways to incorporate that into the cake,” says Doyle. “And the building process can be a great way to really visualize what your final cake is going to look like.” In addition to the standard flavors, Frost Bake Shop offers more than a dozen additional flavor combinations including the classic almond, banana, carrot, red velvet, lemon and the popular “Memphis Cream,” an Elvis-inspired combination of banana cake and peanut butter frosting topped with a chocolate ganache. “We always encourage couples to get as creative as possible with their flavor combinations,” says Doyle. From sculpted cakes made to showcase the favorite sports teams to fish-shaped tributes for the outdoorsman who’s been “finally hooked,” funky flavors and nontraditional designs shine in the groom’s cakes created in the Frost kitchen. “That’s where some of the personality really comes out,” says Kloos. “Everybody wants the wedding cake to be very elegant and formal, but you get that playfulness when you get to the groom’s cake.” For more info, or to book an appointment with Frost Bake Shop, visit frostbakeshop.com. myclickmag.com
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Perfect Angela Mazanti shares the secrets of a stressfree ceremony Interview by CASEY HILDER
With a keen eye for detail and a decidedly Old-World style, Mid-South Wedding Planner Angela Mazanti has played a big part in hundreds of perfect days throughout her 18-year career. Mazanti’s services range from day-of coordination and a little advice along the way to full-on wedding planning, with particular concentration in design and dÊcor. This month, Mazanti offers her expert advice on planning a simple, elegant celebration of marital bliss.
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Click Magazine: How did you get started as a wedding planner? Angela Mazanti: I have been planning weddings professionally for about 18 years now. When I first started, it was mainly through a lot of volunteer work through my church for banquets and decoration projects. People soon started asking me to handle events for them and that eventually led to weddings, which led to more weddings. The whole thing snowballed and I made a business out of it. CM: What is your usual approach? AM: Basically, I come in as a project manager from A-Z by putting the whole thing on a timeline. This includes everything from catering referrals to providing furniture, sending out invitations, and a handling a bunch of the little details that are easy to overlook. I guide my clients along the way and act as a liaison between vendors to save the trouble of all those phone calls and emails. When I meet with a client, one of the first things that I do is kind of give them an opportunity to tell me what they have already put in place and what direction they would like to go in. Sometimes they know, sometimes they don’t. If they need some pointers, I start
them out with a plan, but I always like to outline the major things first – the venue, vendors, and photographer – before moving onto some of the finer details like décor and overall look. To get a better sense of the couple’s personalities, I use a questionnaire that you probably wouldn’t know was related to weddings unless I told you. The questions are along the lines of “Where would you go if you could live anywhere in the world?” to “What’s your favorite perfume?” Those kinds of questions tend to give me some good insight that I can pull from when I’m putting together a wedding. I want guests to walk in and say “Oh wow, she really ‘got’ them.” CM: What is the first step in the planning process? AM: I like to get a feel for the size and scope of the event, as well as setting the budget. That determines what kind of vendors you want to work with, what type of décor, and what sort of venues you might want to approach. CM: How would you describe your personal style? AM: I’m very intrigued with European design. It’s very old and I truly believe that most design today is still influenced by French, English and Italian designers. It just kind of filters
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out through the ages to the rest of the world, and that’s what makes it so enduring and interesting to me. I love French furniture, antiques, and romantic flower arrangements. So, I try to pull from those bygone eras and create something with a modern twist that can make my clients happy. CM: What is something (besides budget) that takes couples by surprise during the planning process? AM: The little details can overwhelm you quickly when you realize just how much there is to address. Things like decorations, wedding programs, assigned seating, escort cards and family dynamics can really stack up. From directing the photographer on what photos you need to choosing how everyone is going to dress and coordinate, there’s so much that goes into the planning process. CM: What’s are some recent wedding trends on your radar? AM: People are definitely leaning toward more organic-style bouquets that are really flowy, artistic and natural looking. We’re also seeing a lot of people do weddings on Fridays and Sundays, which is a change from the typical Saturday evening.
Angela 's Advice : " Florals
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Pick statement areas where you can place large arrangements instead of spreading just a few throughout the whole area. Always go with seasonal flowers – you don’t want to have to chase down peonies in January and pay triple the price. That will help truly maximize that flower budget.
Throughout the planning process, you need to constantly evaluate where that budget needs to go. For some people, the stationary isn’t that important. But for the tactile people among us, it’s very a very important piece of the wedding and your chance to make a statement. Engraved, letterpress and high-end fabric papers are just a few of the options that, while eye-catching, can greatly increase the cost.
" Catering Keep in mind that if you decide to do your wedding at a certain time of day when someone might have already eaten, say a little bit after lunchtime, they will probably just be expecting hors d'oeuvres or something light. But if you want more of an elaborate dinner, I would suggest working with a caterer who specializes in dinner service. That will make all the difference in the world when it comes to how fast your food comes out and how quickly your tables are bussed.
" The Dress Start looking, if you can, at least a year in advance. You can often find some really great deals around the first of the year if you’re patient. A lot of the time, girls are taken by surprise by just how long it takes to get a dress in and get it altered to the bride’s specifics. You could be looking at nearly six months wait for some alterations, so plan accordingly.
" The Venue The venue should be determined by your personality, dress and what kind of evening you want to host. Decide what type of atmosphere you want at the reception. Do you want elegant, or a big party? A DJ or a live band? This is where headcount is extremely important. Also consider whether you want a sit-down dinner or a nice cocktail reception.
" Centerpieces I always tell my clients to make it fit their personality, no matter what. If the centerpiece is something you’re creating yourself and it doesn’t involve fresh flowers, I would suggest putting it together a month or two ahead or time. If it does involve fresh flowers, get a hand! You will likely be too busy on the big day to participate in any DIY projects.
For more information on Angela Mazanti’s wedding planning services, visit angelamazantidesign.com
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Click magazine’s annual wedding issue highlights inspiring celebrations from real couples across the Mid-South. This year, we showcase eight elegant local weddings from 2018, each filled with unique personal touches, Southern charm and memorable moments.
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Jennifer Bassett & Edward Dannenberg OCTOBER 20, 2018
Jennifer Bassett and Edward Dannenberg were united in marriage on October 20, 2018. The bride is the daughter of Julie Layne and Allen Bassett of Winchester, Tennessee. The groom is the son of Kate and Andrew Dannenberg of Atlanta, Georgia. Edward proposed on April 22, 2017. After five years of dating, Ned gave Jennifer his grandmother's sweet sixteen ring -- the same ring his father gave to his mother when they were engaged. It started with a nice dinner at Paulette's on Mud Island. After dinner, they returned to the house on Linden Avenue, and Jennifer saw flowers covering the front porch. After Ned asked Jennifer to marry him on the front porch of their house, he took her inside where a few friends were waiting to celebrate. The ceremony took place at the Pink Palace Museum in Memphis, Tennessee, and was officiated by Reverend Paul White. The ceremony was held outdoors on the Pink Palace lawn and the October weather was perfect. Jennifer’s dad and stepdad both walked her down the aisle. The sisters of the bride and groom each read meaningful passages from The Bible about love and marriage. Orchestral covers of pop music played during the seating and recessional to keep things fun.
The bride wore a Low’s Bridal A-Line dress with a look similar to a ballroom gown. After the wedding, everyone came inside to the grand foyer and ballroom of the Pink Palace mansion. Guests got to look at some of the historic prints hung on the wall and stop by the photo booth set up just off the main room. The foyer had a giant built-in bar that was used during cocktail hour, which featured his-and-hers signature cocktails. Jennifer showcased her hometown with “Franklin County Fall” – local moonshine mixed with spiced apple cider and a fruit garnish. Ned designed a “Memphis Mule” using ginger beer and local Old Dominick’s Vodka. The newlyweds went on honeymoon to Costa Rica before returning home to Memphis, Tennessee. The bride graduated from University of the South at Sewanee, Tennessee, and The University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and works as a resident physician in internal medicine and pediatrics at UTHSC in Memphis, Tennessee. The groom graduated from University of South California and works as a news producer at WMC Action News 5.
DETAIL S : Cake Costco | Dress Low’s Bridal | Caterer Draper’s Catering | Florist Lynn Doyle Flowers & Events | Planner Lynn Doyle Flowers & Events | Hair & Makeup Stylists Mandi Hunt & Candace Bassham of Rumorz Salon | Photographer Maddie Moree Photography | Venue Pink Palace Museum | Something Old Bracelet from the mother of the bride Something New Wedding bands, dress & shoes | Something Borrowed Sapphire earrings from the grandmother of the bride | Something Blue Engagement ring
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Lauren Finney & Matthew Ibon JUNE 16, 2018
Lauren Finney and Matthew Ibon were united in marriage on June 16, 2018. The bride is the daughter of Larry and Barbara Finney of Memphis, Tennessee. The groom is the son of Mario Ibon and Brandy Kahaloa-Busby of Memphis, Tennessee. Matthew proposed on August 14, 2017. The couple went to dinner at the Lookout on top of the Memphis Pyramid and stepped out to the balcony to survey the city. Since it was a Monday night and nobody was around, Matthew decided to pop the question under the stars. The ceremony took place at 409 S. Main in Memphis and was officiated by Dr. Jamie Fish. The bride wore an ivory dress
by Paloma Blanca of fitted satin with an A-line from the waist accented with a beaded, blush belt. The reception was also at 409 S. Main and featured and array of tasty food from Donnelson’s Catering. Music was provided by DeepBlu. The newlyweds went on honeymoon in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic before returning home to Ann Arbor, Michigan. The bride graduated from University of Tennessee-Knoxville and is employed at the University of Michigan as a graduate student. The groom attends Eastern Michigan University and works at Premier Athletics as a tumbling coach.
DETAIL S : Cake Muddy’s Bake Shop | Dress The Gown Shop | Caterer Donelson’s Catering | Florist Lynn Doyle Flowers & Events | Planner Michael Doyle Photographer Maddie Moree Photography | Music DeepBlu Entertainment | Venue 409 S. Main | Something Old A broach from the bride’s grandmother on the bouquet Something New The dress | Something Borrowed The bride’s mother’s pearl necklace | Something Blue Shoes
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Julia Capriotti & Robert Linck OCTOBER 6, 2018
Julia Capriotti and Robert Linck III were united in marriage on October 6, 2018. The bride is the daughter of Anthony and Fonda Capriotti of Senatobia, Mississippi. The groom is the son of Robert Linck II and Carol Morrison of Elk Grove, California, and North Chesterfield, Virginia. Robert proposed on June 10, 2018: Julia’s birthday. The bride-to-be showed up at home to a surprise birthday party with friends and family. Shortly after she blew out the candles, Julia was surprised to see Robert kneeling down and holding a beautiful ring in his hand. The ceremony took place at Cedar Ridge Events in Coldwater, Mississippi, and was officiated by Judge Jimmy McClure. The couple’s fairy-tale wedding took place at an outdoor ceremony under a canopy of stars and twinkling lights covered in vibrant, rich colored flowers and lush trees. Julia wanted an elegant, yet romantic fall wedding inspired by Twilight. The color scheme was burgundy, navy, & gold. The wedding had flower fairies instead of flower girls, with fairy wings made in England. Rob's best friend, his dog Cooper, was one of his best men. He walked down the aisle and calmed the bride's nerves before the ceremony. Six bridesmaids and groomsmen accompanied the newlyweds as they planted a fig tree during the union ceremony while "I am
my beloved's and my beloved is mine" from the Song of Solomon was read. The bride wore a Calla Blanche Bridal Gown - An Ivory and nude sheath silhouette gown that boasted an air of timeless beauty and grace, which was crafted from rich lace with illusion accents and trimmed in delicate, dainty pearls. The reception was also held at Cedar Ridge Events and brought together around 100 close friends to celebrate the new union at tables covered with golden drapes and navy runners. A tantalizing four-tier cake was decorated with fresh flowers trailing up the side while music was provided by Caleb Smith, Debbie Smith's grandson. The couple danced their first dance to "Fly Me To The Moon" by Frank Sinatra. The newlyweds embarked on a pair of honeymoon cruises that took them to fantastic destinations like Jamaica, Grand Caymans and Cozumel before returning home to Senatobia, Mississippi. The bride graduated from The University of Mississippi and works as an accountant for BBQ Concepts in Hernando, Mississippi. The groom is a retired Army military sniper of 22 years, and is currently using his GI Bill for enrollment at AIU where he'll be graduating this Spring. He is also the owner of Linck's Auto LLC in Senatobia, Mississippi.
DETAIL S : Cake The Cake Lady Bakery | Dress Ballew Bridal | Caterer Cedar Ridge Events | Florist Cedar Ridge Events | Planner Debbie Love Smith Photographer Amber Rhodes-Lapoint | Venue Cedar Ridge Events | Something Old & Something Borrowed A pearl bracelet given by the bride’s mother that was worn on her own wedding day almost 50 years ago | Something New The dress | Something Blue A blue diamond ring given by the groom as an engagement gift
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Lauren McKenzie & Daniel Norton JUNE 23, 2018
Lauren McKenzie and Daniel Norton were united in marriage on June 23, 2018. The bride is the daughter of Bill and Terri McKenzie of Olive Branch, Mississippi. The groom is the son of John and Pat Norton of Senatobia, Mississippi. Daniel proposed on July 14, 2017, on a weekend vacation to Nashville. Following a day of activities, Daniel surprised Lauren with a ring during a tour of Arrington Vineyards. The ceremony took place at the Cadre Building in Memphis and was officiated by Brother James Lewis, the bride’s preacher since grade school. A String Trio played “Trumpet Voluntary” as Lauren walked down the aisle. 20 best friends stood beside the couple on their special day. Drapes hung from the ceiling to the floor, fresh flowers lined the altar and the aisle. The colors were kept simple, with variations of ivory, sage, peach and dusty blue throughout. The guys wore black tuxes and disco socks while
the bridesmaids wore sage green dresses and carried ribbon tied bouquets. The party really got started with a disco-themed reception. The night was full of wigs, disco balls and tons of groovy music. The couple danced the night away surrounded by family, friends and loved ones. Just as the party was ending, Insomnia Cookies was delivered and milk was served as a late-night snack (Daniel’s favorite). Under a path of sparklers, the newly married couple left the night driving away in a classic Phaeton Ford. The newlyweds honeymooned in Montego Bay, Jamacia before returning home to Hernando, Mississippi. The bride graduated from The University of Mississippi and works at Ultimate Gifts. The groom graduated from The University of Mississippi and works for State Farm Insurance.
DETAIL S : Cake Decorator’s Delight | Dress Gloria’s Bridal | Caterer Me and My Tearoom | Florist Deedra Stone Designs | Hair Stylist Katie Raburn Makeup Stylist Kasey Acuff | Planner Hardin House | Photographer Snaphappy Photography | Photobooth Mixx Entertainment | Venue The Cadre Building Videographer John Myers Videography | Something Old The bride’s grandmother’s handkerchief | Something New New initials monogrammed on the handkerchief Something Borrowed The bride’s late grandmother’s wedding rings | Something Blue Shoes and jewelry
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Emily Terrell & David Mitchell OCTOBER 27, 2018
Emily Terrell and David Mitchell were united in marriage on October 27, 2018. The bride is the daughter of Kimberly and Michael Terrell of Hernando, Mississippi. The groom is the son of David Mitchell and Selena Sanford of Phoenix, Arizona, and Auburn, Alabama. David proposed on October 7, 2017. Each year, the couple tailgate with David’s friends from home for the Auburn vs. Ole Miss game. David surprised his soon-to-be-bride with a ring while the pair were strolling through Auburn before the event. Ole Miss lost the game, but Emily and David won the day. The ceremony took place at Spring Creek Ranch in Collierville, Tennessee, and was officiated by Pastor Charles Lipe. The couples made their vows on the 10th hole tee box overlooking the entire golf course. The backdrop, combined with a beautiful arch enveloped with lush greenery and all of their closest friends,
made the night absolutely perfect. The bride wore an ivory trumpet-style Martina Liana dress with asymmetrical crumb catcher and stitching. A reception followed in the courtyard outside the golf house. Beautiful lights strung overhead welcomed guests and a myriad of personal touches included specialty drinks named after the couple’s dogs, Nora and Nella. The bridal cake was a simply decorated cake with florals and the groom’s cake showcased a combination of all his favorite sports teams. The newlyweds went on to travel to Castries, St. Lucia, on honeymoon before returning home to Hernando, Mississippi. The bride graduated from University of Mississippi and University of St. Augustine and works at Results Physiotherapy. The groom graduated from University of Mississippi and works at Raymond James.
DETAIL S : Cake Miss Muff’n Bakery – Bridal Cake / Mad Lily Cakery – Groom’s Cake | Dress Maggie Louise Bridal | Caterer Spring Creek Ranch | Ceremony Quartet Simply Strings Florist Kelly Freelans with Southern Blooms | Planner Day-of Coordination by Toni Williams | Photographer Mary Kate Steele | Venue Spring Creek Ranch | Videographer Camilla Buoni Something Old A handkerchief the bride’s mother carried at her wedding that belonged to her great grandmother | Something New Dress, perfume and “Mrs. Ring Box” Something Borrowed The bride’s father’s ring | Something Blue Shoes and jewelry
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Keelan Ready & William Weeks NOVEMBER 17, 2018
Keelan Mahla Ready and William Barry Weeks, III were united in marriage on November 17, 2018. The bride is the daughter of Hernando attorney George Banks Ready and Amanda Mahla Ready. The groom is the son of Barry and Glena Weeks of Boyle, Mississippi. Will proposed on November 11, 2017. The couple was visiting Cleveland, Mississippi, to see family around the holidays. During a trip downtown to watch the annual Christmas tree lighting, and surrounded by dear friends, Will surprised Keelan with an engagement ring. The ceremony took place at Christ the King Catholic Church and was officiated by Father Gerry Hurley of Co. Cork, Ireland. With an abundance of decorative flowers and a wedding march performed and composed by Keelan’s cousin Peadar O’ Riada from Co. Cork, Ireland, months of planning culminated in an absolutely perfect day for the newly married couple.
The bride wore a Martina Liana gown with a train of gorgeous lace accompanying a detailed lace design on the back. In addition, the family made special arrangements to fly in Irish lace shamrocks that were sewn into the veil. The couple was greeted with a fireworks display as they arrived at the reception, which was themed Southern elegance with Irish traditions thrown in for good measure. The band Almost Famous performed live as guests were invited to sample from a dessert table to die for. The newlyweds departed on honeymoon to Majestic Mirage in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, before returning home to Nashville, Tennessee. The bride graduated from Delta State University and Arkansas State University (Masters) and works at Overbrook School. The groom graduated from Delta State University and is currently earning his PhD in Chemistry from Vanderbilt University.
DETAIL S : Cake Stacey’s Bakery | Dress Low’s Bridal | Caterer Bon Terre Country Inn | Florist Deedra Stone Designs | Planner Amy Tyler Weddings Photographer Michael Cardwell with The Warmth Around You | Venue Christ the King Catholic Church | Videographer Grace Worthy | Something Old A picture of the bride’s grandmother on the bouquet given by her cousin Erin | Something New Wedding shoes | Something Borrowed The ring of Louise Banks, the bride’s great grandmother Something Blue A friend’s bracelet tied to the bride’s shoe at the last minute
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Mallory Mayhall & Brion Ballard FEBRUARY 24, 2018
Mallory Mayhall and Brion Ballard were united in marriage on February 24, 2018. The bride is the daughter of William Joshua and Tina Worley Mayhall of Nesbit, Mississippi. The groom is the son of Greg and Toni Ballard, who reside in Canton, Mississippi. Brion proposed on November 10, 2017. That night, Brion took Mallory took to Hernando Point (the site of their first date) to grill out by the lake. After dinner, the couple decided to take some pictures against the scenic backdrop. Unbeknownst to Mallory, Brion had set the camera to “video” just in time to capture him getting down on one knee and proposing. After the engagement, Mallory’s parents and a few close friends gathered for a small engagement party. The ceremony took place at 211 Main Street in Como, Mississippi, and was officiated by Brion’s father. Mallory chose
to decorate the area with a plethora of greenery: eucalyptus, ivy and boxwood. The couple participated in a candle lighting ceremony to show the unity of their new marriage. The bride wore a Morilee by Madeline Gardner dress embellished with lace, trailed by a small train leading to a button-down open back. A candlelit reception filled with food and fellowship was also held at 211 South Main in Como, Mississippi. Guests were served a smorgasbord of “breakfast for dinner” items like waffles, eggs, bacon and fresh fruit. A cheesecake that served as a groom’s cake topped off the hearty meal as old friends caught up with one another. The newlyweds went on honeymoon to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, before returning home to Lexington, Mississippi. The bride is currently enrolled at Holmes Community College. The groom works as a computer programmer and land manager.
DETAIL S : Cake Audry Worley | Dress Low’s Bridal | Florist Missy Roberts at Master Bouquet | Caterer Taco Felix | Photographers Emily & Jacob Hatch Venue 211 Main in Como | Something Old Shoes | Something New Pearls given by the groom | Something Borrowed A Ronaldo bracelet Something Blue An embroidered piece of the bride’s grandfather’s shirt hidden under the dress
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Jordan Stephens & Bryan Edmundson SEPTEMBER 29, 2018
Jordan Stephens and Bryan Edmundson were united in marriage on September 29, 2018. Keelan Ready and William Weeks were united in marriage on November 17, 2018. The bride is the daughter of Kernoal and Julie Stephens, who reside in Collierville, Tennessee. The groom is the son of Steve Edmundson and the late Cathy Coop Edmundson of Memphis, Tennessee. William proposed on September 29, 2017. Bryan surprised Jordan with a trip to Charleston, South Carolina, for her birthday. After 12 courses at McCrady's, he surprised her by proposing over champagne with his late mother's ring. After several minutes of questioning him on how he managed to pull all this off, Jordan remembered she needed to answer - and it was a yes! The ceremony took place at The Children’s Museum of Memphis and was officiated by Reverend Jeff Marx. Bryan waited for a first glimpse of his bride to be as she entered to The Prince of Denmark March on the trumpet and pipe organ,
escorted by her father. They had three flower girls, three ring bearers, and 10 of their closest friends and family standing with them while they exchanged vows. The bride wore a Justin Alexander dress with a strapless sweetheart neckline in diamond white and back-button closure on bodice, dress pleated the left side in a bow. The bride elected a wrist strap in lieu of a bustle. The reception was centered around the CMOM carousel, which ran for several hours for guests to enjoy. Lounge furniture and cocktail tables were mixed with food stations serving the couple's favorite foods. Five tiers of cake stood on separate pedestals, decorated with a silver floral design and kids and adults alike danced all night to DJ Ryan Haskett. The newlyweds went on honeymoon to Willamette Valley, Oregon, before returning home to Memphis, Tennessee. The bride graduated from The University of Memphis and works as a financial advisor. The groom graduated from St. Louis University and is currently works in institutional bond sales.
DETAIL S : Cake Franck Oysel, Interim Restaurant | Dress Low’s Bridal | Caterer Me and My Tearoom | Planner BettsMade | Photographer Maddie Moree Photography Venue The Children’s Museum of Memphis | Something Old Engagement ring | Something New Dress and veil | Something Borrowed The groom’s mother’s handkerchief, carried for generations by women of the family | Something Blue Badgley Mischka jeweled peep-toe heels
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A A FOCUSED EEFFFFO ORT RT Feature by CASEY HILDER
Whether depicted in the lush and surreal Mississippi landscapes shot by Steven Wayne, Brooke White, and G. Douglas Adams or told through the gritty, true-to-life photojournalism work of Rory Doyle and Betty Press, Mississippi photographers are showcasing the South through a new lens. All five of the following featured photographers will have their work on display in the upcoming 2019 Mississippi Invitational at The Mississippi Museum of Art in Jackson. This annual exhibit, which was curated this year by Kimberli Gant, brings together the work of more than 20 Southern artists to showcase the very best of the region. This upcoming exhibit will be open this summer from June 29 to August 11, 2019. For more information, visit msmuseumart.org.
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BETTY PRESS
Hard-hitting depictions of real life in the Delta riddled with subtle cues and hidden meanings define the work of Hattiesburgbased photographer Betty Press. A Nebraska native, Press began her photographic journey in earnest more than 30 years ago when she moved to the continent of Africa and soon began doing freelance work from nonprofit groups like UNICEF, UNHCR and other nonprofit organizations. The images captured over the course of eight years in places like Monrovia, Freetown and Nairobi fill her first published photobook, “I Am Because We Are: African Wisdom in Image and Proverb,” which was published in 2011. In addition to her work done in Africa, Press continued her work across Cuba, the Caribbean and Central America, examining the African diaspora of these regions. Press and her husband eventually moved to Mississippi to take up work at Mississippi State University before inspiration struck
once again. Press’ current photo series, “Finding Mississippi,” examines her newfound home in an attempt to find that “sense of place” so prevalent in her photography. “I started out this project as just a series of road trips,” says Press. “I made it a point to go around and visit these towns with funny little names like Love, Christmas, Darling – that was a good place to start.” The stark, black-and-white street photography presented in “Finding Mississippi” showcase the iconic parts everyday life in the Delta interspersed with undertones and hidden meanings that make reference to global issues like poverty, racial disparity and police brutality. “I hope my work starts people thinking about the past and how it reflects the present in Mississippi,” she says. “Sometimes, we tend to deny our past and forget some of the events that took place to shape where we are now.”
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RO RY D OY L E
The work of the Rory Doyle casts new light on unseen and underserved cultures in the South, particularly in his “Delta Hill Riders” series, a collection of photographs that showcases the life and times of black cowboys in Cleveland, Mississippi. “I think people really connect with the stories of these black cowboys and cowgirls because it’s been so overlooked over the years,” says Doyle. “We, as a country, have done a pretty poor job of sharing that history and I think that’s one of the reasons people connect with the photos so easily.” Doyle’s photojournalism-inspired has been featured internationally in publications like The New York Times, The Guardian, Newsweek, The Atlantic, CNN, ESPN, The Washington Post, and The Wall Street Journal, draw viewers into another work of hard-driven horse riders who look nothing like the typical pop-culture cowboy icons like John Wayne. Doyle studied journalism at St. Michael’s College in Vermont. With a concentration in writing and a distinct lack of photography programs in his department, he figured he was destined to become yet another newswriter before taking a chance outside his comfort zone. “The program was all about writing with very little photography at all,” says Doyle. “My senior year, I was very lucky to take a pretty basic Photography 101 course. That was what really made me decide this was the medium I wanted to work with.” 42
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Soon after graduating college, he moved to the Mid-South to take a job at Delta State University. After a few months, a restless Doyle began searching for a longterm photography project, hoping to find something unique after seeing countless news articles and photo essays about blues, poverty, racism and agriculture in the region. Doyle found his answer at Cleveland’s annual Christmas parade in 2016 when he came across several riders participating in the parade. “I got the name and number of one of the guys riding and it took off from there,” he says. “That kind of intuition definitely came as part of my journalism background.” For Doyle, who came to the region from New England to take a job with, the world of the Delta Hill Riders couldn’t be more different from his own. “I didn’t grow up as a cowboy, or even a horse rider,” says Doyle. “The whole thing is very different from how I came up.” He soon made fast friends with dozens of locals, capturing everything from casual interactions at the barbershop to run-ofthe-mill horse care and maintenance to rollicking hill-country shindigs at places like Club Black Castle in Ruleville, Mississippi. “Organically, the subjects have kind of come to me with ease over the years since they were all, for the most part, very excited to be included in the project,” says Doyle. “It’s probably been the most important work I’ve done so far in my career and I’m still working on it and still meeting people.”
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A deep appreciation for the Southern wild drives the abstract photography work of Southaven native Steven Wayne. “I love the outdoors,” says Wayne. “I grew up swimming in a creek.” Wayne’s contribution to the 2019 Mississippi Invitational consist of two images: a photo depicting a sunset over a collection of cypress trees off a private property in Southaven and a vibrant, surreal capture of Hernando Desoto River Park in Lake Cormorant. Wayne’s technical prowess behind the camera is exemplified in both images, the former of which was photographed with a 30-second exposure while standing on the shoreline despite giving the impression that the viewer is knee deep in the water. “It’s a long exposure shot from the shore,” he says. “I took it that way because I wanted to illuminate the opposite side of the lake.” The photo Hernando Desoto River Park also required a bit of tactical framing on Wayne’s end. “I’m out there with my van door open and my tripod set up to capture the scene and buckled in,” He says. “If you’ve been out there, you know the road goes a little funny at parts. So, I go as fast as I can safety on the gravel road while remotely firing the shutter, and that’s how I came up with that image.”
A former lawn equipment salesman, Wayne still remembers the thrill of developing photos at Eckerd’s Drug Store as a child. However, he didn’t start taking pictures seriously until a trip to Destin in 2008. “I had never seen the sunset on the beach,” he says. “So I was on vacation and finally got my chance. That’s what really inspired me to pick up a camera.” When he got returned to Mississippi, Wayne decided to start photographing his surroundings in an attempt to capture something capable of leaving the same impression he felt that day at the beach. With a renewed passion for his surroundings, he soon came to realize the sheer amount of waste dumped into some of the most scenic areas in the region. “You don’t really think it’s there until you take a long walk around the woods, and it’s especially bad around our lakes and rivers,” he says. “When the lakes rise and settle, the accumulation of trash is especially prevalent.” Wayne wants no part of that, which has led to a general reluctance to produce reproductive prints of his work. “I don’t like the idea of selling a lot of prints,” he says. “It actually makes me a little sick to think about because I don’t like the idea of adding to the pollution that’s already out there.”
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B RO O K E W H I T E
The photography of Brooke C. White consists of stark, desolate and sometimes otherworldly imagery captured from the landscapes surrounding her home of Oxford, Missississippi. “I’ve been doing a lot of work with landscapes for the past 20 years,” she says. “In many ways, I owe my love of nature to my mom: she was a photographer herself and we were lucky enough to have a darkroom in our house. White, currently an instructor with the University of Mississippi’s Department of Art & Art History, has understood the role landscape plays in our lives from an early age and based much of her early work around examining how landscapes can shape the identities of surrounding populations. “The South has seen a tremendous amount of growth in the past five years,” says White. “I’m interested in studying the effect of things like globalism, climate change and big business in some of these small-town areas throughout Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama.” Contrast has a strong presence in White’s work, especially when it comes to her various depictions of nature reclaiming ground from manmade structures. Old, rusted barns and
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automobiles and structures long-since devoured by the Mississippi’s unofficial state plant known as the kudzu vine dominate White’s most recent photo project, “The New South,” which she has pursued the past six years. “When I’m examining an area, I look at a couple of different components that shape a space: agriculture, growth, expansion, water, and oil,” says White. “I’ve always found it fascinating to see how these things interact and the overall impact on the surrounding environment.” This idea is exemplified in locales like Sardis Lake, an area that White and her husband often explore via sailboat in search of the perfect shot. Among White’s photography on display at the 2019 Mississippi Invitational is a picture of a controlled burn in Coffeeville titled “Mississippi Burning.” “The image was produced digitally with encaustic wax poured on top of it to give it a real ‘smoky’ look,” she says. “I think it really captures what this series is about, which is the ambiguity of the landscape.
G D O U G L A S A DA M S
The historic Antebellum surroundings of Natchez provide all the inspiration needed for landscape and architecture photographer G. Douglas Adams. Adams is no stranger to the serene surroundings offered by the Natchez area. As the co-owner of Clermont Bluffs Bed and Breakfast alongside his wife, Adams uses the charming locale to his advantage as he also specializes in local wedding photography and portraiture. While Adams has always had an eye for what looks nice, he didn’t consider himself a photographer by trade until picking up a camera a couple of years ago. “We needed some good photos for the bed and breakfast two years ago and the work we paid for just wasn’t very good,” he says. “So, I decided to invest in the equipment and since then, I’ve photographed about 30 other historic homes across Mississippi.” Among Adams’ now-lengthy portfolio is a series of outside photos of the St. Mary Basilica, a towering parish church and one
of many Natchez structures on the National Register of Historic Places. Other highlights include brilliant, orange-blue sunsets that display the pastoral elegance or rural Mississippi, as well as dense, wooded areas and serene south-coast beaches that may strike a chord of familiarity with local outdoor enthusiasts. “I rarely use any kind of external lighting,” says Adams. “I try to shoot everything at a certain time of day and really take advantage of the morning or evening sun, as well as the layout of the house.” Adams credits his mentor, Michael Chapman, for ushering him along a two-year photography crash course that took him from casual business photographer to a producer and purveyor of fine art. “I started in ’87 as part of the school yearbook staff, but it wasn’t until recently that I got seriously into the craft,” he says. “I guess you could say it’s paid off now in more ways than one.”
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Here Comes theBloom Expert tips for choosing and preserving the perfect floral arrangement for your wedding from Hernando Flower Shop Owner Angie Tacker Feature by ANGIE TACKER | Photos by CASEY HILDER
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When dealing with fresh flowers, remember that you are dealing with a piece of nature, and you must look after them as you would with any other living thing. Let's put it like this: if you were put under a heater, in a freezer or not given anything to eat or drink you'd be a little worse for wear, right? Here are some fool-proof tips to help you look after your wedding flowers before, during and after the big day. Be prepared. Once you have chosen your date and your venue, make that appointment with your florist as soon as possible. Make sure to bring any photos that you have pinned to your inspiration board over the past few months. Also. if you have chosen dresses for your bridesmaids, be sure to bring a swatch of the material for color coordination. Accessorize! Some brides add feathers, seashells, candy, fruits, or a favorite item or memento to centerpieces to give their bouquets a personal feel. It’s your day, so don't let someone tell you what does or does not belong in your centerpiece. Pick a color and design scheme. Not all flower arrangements may fit in your budget. If you have a color and design scheme set ahead of time, an experienced designer can make things work in your budget. Giving the designer control over the flower choices will allow you to save you money. Have the designer show you flowers that can be changed to save on the budget but give you the same look and feel. Reuse your flowers. If there are flowers at the rehearsal dinner, ask if they can be used at the reception. One way to do this is add a few stems the arrangement to give them a different look as well as save on the bottom line. Also if you are using the same venue for the wedding and the reception some of the arrangements can be moved and this could save you some money as well. Make it personal. Have a favorite flower? Ask your florist if these are available for your date. Also, if your groom always brings you a certain flower on special occasions, such as a pink rose, you might want to include that in your bouquet. Bouquet Styles. It is a good idea to look at the different styles of bouquets. Hand-tied bouquets have been the go to style for the past few years. Nosegays are gaining popularity, as well as the cascading bouquet. myclickmag.com
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Shop Local. Using a local floral designer will give you a sense of relief in more ways than one. More than likely, they have done an event at you venue and will know exactly what you need to make your wedding day perfect. Choose a florist that you feel understands your vision. The lowest price is not always the best price. Temperature Control. Most bouquets will be fine to keep at room temperature as long as they are away from vents and drafty areas. Never put in a cooler or refrigerator that you do not know how it runs. If the temperature is set to run really cold you may end up with wilted and brown flowers from them getting to cold. Stay Hydrated. Bouquets should be delivered in water. It is important to keep flowers in water before, during and after photos and the ceremony. Ask your florists about the best way to care for them once they are in your possession. You may need to keep a towel handy to dry the stems so the water does not drip from the stems and water spot your dress. Pinpoint Accuracy. Corsages and boutonnieres should be delivered labeled for your director to pin on everyone. These should also be kept in a cool place prior to photos. Ask for extra pins so that if one is lost, it can still be worn. Eclectic Inspiration. The world wide web has a vast amount of information for your wedding. You can search by colors, styles, and many other variables. The most important tip is to have an idea of what you are looking for. Check the Venue. Ask your venue when they have other weddings taking place and if you can stop in and take a look at how the space looks for a wedding. This can give a good idea of ways to setup your space. Just make sure not to disturb the wedding party or the designer's setting up the space. Save the Memories. After the ceremony, many brides choose to put their bouquets and the bridesmaid's bouquets in vases at the reception. This will also keep them fresh and pretty. If you are preserving your bouquet you must keep it in water so that they flowers will not begin to decline. This process works best if your flowers are in prime condition when they are preserved. Keeping them in fresh clean water and misting with a spray bottle will allow them to mature and should last through the following week based on variety used and how they are maintained. 50
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RECIPE OF THE MONTH Recipe & photo courtesy of SERENA WOLF
STIR-FRIED SHRIMP LETTUCE WRAPS with GRAPEFRUIT & AVOCADO - Yield: 2-4 servings -
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1 pink or ruby red grapefruit
Segment the grapefruit. Using a sharp knife, carefully slice the top and bottom from the grapefruit. Slice the peel and white pith from all around the fruit. (Don’t worry if it’s not perfect!) Cut between the membranes to release the grapefruit segments. Slice the segments crosswise into ½-inch pieces and transfer them to a medium bowl. Add the avocado, scallions, half the lime juice, and a tiny pinch of salt to the bowl. Gently toss to combine. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and briefly set aside. (You can also pop this in the refrigerator if making ahead, or if you prefer a chilled topping.) In a small bowl combine the soy sauce, garlic, sriracha, honey, toasted sesame oil, and the remaining lime juice. Place this mixture by the stove along with an empty medium bowl. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels, and chop them into small (roughly ½-inch) pieces. Heat the light sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet (or wok) over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot and shimmering, add the shrimp in an even layer and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, just until lightly pink and turning opaque. Add the sauce and cook for about 2 minutes more, or until the shrimp is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly. Immediately transfer the shrimp and sauce to the waiting bowl. Assemble the lettuce wraps! Add a little bit of shrimp and sauce to each lettuce wrap. (I like to double layer Bibb leaves for extra security.) Top with some of the grapefruit-avocado mixture and sprinkle with peanuts. Serve immediately.
1 avocado, pitted peeled and diced
1⁄4 cup very thinly sliced scallions Juice of 1 lime, divided Pinch of kosher salt 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or Tamari 1 large garlic clove, grated or finely minced 2 tsp sriracha 1½ tsp honey 1 tsp toasted sesame oil 1½ tsp light sesame oil (olive oil is also fine) 1 lb jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined For serving:
Bibb lettuce leaves or Romaine hearts Chopped roasted peanuts
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BEER FROM HERE WITH DERRIC CURRAN AND ALISTAIR CLARK Owners and Operators of The Mississippi Ale House
LAZY MAGNOLIA 10 It's been 10 years since the first brewery, Lazy Magnolia, opened its doors in Mississippi. Being in Mississippi, it was tough to be the first brewer, but through perseverance and hard work we, as Mississippians, can raise pints brewed proudly in our home state. This 10th anniversary, strong American ale is a perfect representation of pride and dedication. Its dark appearance resembles Lazy Magnolia's flagship beer, Southern Pecan. It's not for the "beginner craft beer drinker." It's spicy with a hint of dates and a hint of pecans on the back end. It has the aroma of a country maple syrup. Come by, find any local Mississippi beer, and celebrate the sacrifice and tenacity that Lazy Magnolia endured to make great local beer possible in OUR Mississippi. Cheers, y'all
BREW FACTS Brewery: Lazy Magnolia Brewing Company Style: Strong American Ale in the style of a Quadruple Belgian ABV: 10% IBU: 13 Appearance: Burgundy Where to find this beer: Mississippi Ale House
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Claire Love & Lori Brasfield
OUT&ABOUT
Jon & Tom Pittman
" Desoto’s Best Party
" Empty Bowls Project
" Southaven Chamber 101 Meeting
" The Arc of Northwest Mississippi Presents The Little House Art Project
" Oxford Film Fest " Tate County EDF Annual Meeting
" 55th Annual MRA Bash " Cirque Du CMOM
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Desoto's Best Party Desoto County is no stranger to excellence. Every year, its community members come together to celebrate the best of the best in nearly 200 categories. After the votes for 2018 were tallied, Desoto Times-Tribune held a celebration for the winners at The Gin in Nesbit.
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Josh & Brittany House, Sarah Barker
Susan Cobb, Jeanette Hollowell & Mae Beth Davis
Donna Heath, Renay Goodwin, Michelle Ford, Erica Hodge, Lindsey Matson
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Joey & Heather Ries
Michael & Emily Layson
Valerie White & Rose Marable
Rodney & Cindy Tullos
Jonathan Felix & Kimberly Crider
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Southaven Chamber 101 Meeting The Southaven Chamber of Commerce hosted its third Chamber 101 of 2019 at their headquarters just off Stateline Road. This free event offered a chance for locals to meet the faces behind the Southaven Chamber of Commerce and catch a glimpse of the benefits of membership.
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Briana Brady
Debbie King & Brian Henderson
164th Mark OSS, PreistMemphis & Michael Stewart
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Divya Patel & Kay Fox
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Oxford Film Fest The Oxford Enterprise Center played host to the 2019 Oxford Film Festival, a regional showcase that exhibited more than 200 films from across the world, including a bevy of silver-screen features created right here in the Mid-South.
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Joe Starzyk & Mary Daigneault
Ivy Dennis & Georgia Kevin
Jay Norris, Irene Waites, Emily Corley
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Jeff Dunham, Saray May, Scott Baretta
Desiree Matthews & Joseph Park
Tarra Livengood & John Kilberg
Rachel Sweeney & Chris Wright
JoJo & Isaac Ford
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Tate County EDF Annual Meeting The Haraway Center at Northwest Mississippi Community College hosted Senatobia’s 21st Annual Chamber of Commerce membership meeting. The goal of this meeting was to inform local citizens about recent activity from the Tate County Economic Development Foundation and dole out a selection of awards including Business of the Year, Citizen of the Year and Educator of the Year.
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Betsy & Parke Pepper
Shelly Taylor & Irene Jones
Cathy & Randy Moore, Brittani Aiken
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Angel & David Campbell
Eddie & Theresa Oglesby
Rachel Hadley & Mindy Hale
Laurel & Taylor Boone
FIRST SECURITY BANK
Doug Freeze & Amy Wolgamott
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Empty Bowls Project The Lewisburg High School Interact Club hosted The Empty Bowls Project at the school’s cafeteria. This event which invited guests to purchase a ceramic bowl donated by local potters and crafted Lewisburg art students to enjoy a variety of delicious soups from local restaurants. Proceeds from this event benefited Olive Branch Food Pantry and Hernando Interfaith Council on Poverty.
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Jakob Phifer & Abby Wardlaw
Kathleen Downing, Kirby Durdin, Lacey Fitts, Dalton Cooper & Camille Howell
Coley & Kai Stafford
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Lily & Anna Howell
Christa & Cait Carson
Pearce Price & Kendall McCoy
Scott & Kim St.Aubin
FIRST SECURITY BANK
Eli Lamb & Avery Durdin
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The Arc of Northwest Mississippi presents The Little House Art Project The Arc of Northwest Mississippi hosted its Little House Art Project at Graceland Christian Church in Southaven. This event brought together enterprising young artists to explore a variety of mixed-media art forms, including painting, cartooning, and graphic design.
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Christian & Bobby Rosenbaum
Jaime McDonald, Grant & Emily Jenkins
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Rebecca Treadway
Jake Treadway
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55th Annual MRA Bash The Peabody Hotel in Memphis hosted the 55th annual Memphis Restaurant Association Bash presented by Sysco Memphis, LLC. This yearly event honored some of the Mid-South’s best chefs and restaurateurs for an evening of celebrating the service industry. Musical entertainment for this event was provided by The Mighty Electric St. Jude Band.
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Annelise Danielson & Kevin Brewer
Cordell & Twanda Pirtle
Lauren Korda & Elizabeth Thomas
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Donna Golden & Krista Golden
Svetlana Pozdnaykova & Eric Vernon
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Cirque Du CMOM The Children’s Museum of Memphis hosted its annual Cirque du Soleilinspired fundraising bash featuring live music, refreshments and delicious food courtesy of local chefs. With a theme of “What Goes Around, Comes Around to Support The Children’s Museum of Memphis,” guests were invited to dance the night away to Nashville’s Universal Crush and participate in a “silent disco.”
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Mary Caroline & Melanie Hubbard
Lee Anderson Barnett & Ali Delgado
Brittney Adu & Ro Prewitt
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Yvonne Baker & Rachel Baker
Shannon Fields & Anna Lunati
Danielle Danforth & Alisa Tabb
Cody & Carter Giovannetti
Taylor & Joe Raffanti
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ANIMAL OF THE MONTH
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THE CRAFTY CRAYFISH A Lobster in Miniature by RUSS THOMPSON
What’s got a hard outer shell, two claws, and is a regular feature at crawfish boils? No, it’s not your grumpy Grandpa Dave who always comes over and eats you out of house and home-it’s the crafty crayfish. Crayfish, also known as crawdads or mudbugs are very plentiful in the Mid South. In fact, here in the south we live in the hotbed of crayfish diversity. Tennessee has more species of crayfish than any other state with at least seventy-eight species. Mississippi has at least seventeen species of crayfish found nowhere else in the world. There are some six hundred species found worldwide. In 2009, scientists discovered a huge species, twice the length of other species in the area in a small creek in Middle Tennessee that was five inches in length known as the ‘Nashville Crayfish’. Crayfish, which look like lobsters who’ve been shrunk, have great eyesight and can move their eyes independently of one another. Their bodies come in a wide variety of colors including brown, red, blue, and white depending on the species. They can only walk forward, but they can make a speedy getaway when they use their abdominal movements to propel themselves backwards. They aren’t picky eaters and eat a wide array of foods including plant material, fish, dead material, snails, and insect larvae. Unfortunately, they are prey for as many if not more animals than they prey upon. Raccoons, turtles, otters, catfish, mink, herons, bass, and hungry humans all use them as a food source. In Louisiana alone, they harvest more than one hundred million pounds annually. Despite all of
the crawfish feasting and wild predators, crayfish can live up to twenty years in the wild. You can find the humble crayfish in most aquatic habitats, including rivers, lakes, streams, springs and even in ditches. During droughts and other unfavorable conditions, they can be found in burrows. Often, they make chimney-like entrances made out of mud. There are even some species that live almost their entire lives in burrows. Talk about a sheltered existence. During the breeding season, males face off like fraternity members on the weekend, fighting for the right to breed with a female. Males might lose a claw but that’s no worry to them, they can grow them back. Females lay up to four hundred eggs, which they carry under their tails until they hatch. Lucky for us, other than the rare Nashville crayfish none of the species of crayfish in our area are listed as endangered or threatened. Nonetheless, alteration of habitat and the limited range of some species could pose a future threat. For example, the Camp Shelby Burrowing Crayfish is only found in a small area in Perry County, Mississippi. In Mississippi, eighteen species are in need of some type of ‘immediate conservation action or research’. So as long as we don’t get too gluttonous at the Crawfish festivals we attend, these mini lobsters should be with us for a long time to come. So, let’s all tip our hats to the crafty crayfish, crawdad, mudbug or whatever nickname we prefer to give them. After all, we live right in the middle of Crawdad central.
Russ Thompson was a science teacher for 14 years and has been a freelance writer since 2014 focusing mainly on science and nature writing as well as fiction. His science and teaching background has compelled him to take an interest in researching and writing about the natural world.
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