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From the Editor-In-Chief At some point in time, nearly all parents have chided their child or children for watching too much television. My tipping point usually comes when I find myself able to recite the dialogue from a given iCarly episode, at which point I realize that if the nuances of this tween show are too familiar to me, I certainly need to redirect my daughter’s attention to something I’ve deemed at least slightly more enlightening. In our house, the tables turn in this scenario just one day each year: December 24th. On this day, and often on more than one occasion, someone will be moved to invoke Charlie Brown and his infamous cry of “Good grief!” followed by “I can’t believe you’re watching it again!” “It” is A Christmas Story, the comedy classic from 1983, and I never seem to tire of it as it loops on TBS for a solid 24 hours. Certainly I could satiate my yearning for Christmas nostalgia any time the mood strikes by buying the DVD, but as someone who grew up marking the change of seasons by welcoming the network airing of particular TV specials and movies like an old friend, on-demand, commercial-free viewing would be nothing short of sacrilege. The return of Charlton Heston in The Ten Commandments served to remind me that Lent (and what I perceived as the unjust torture of giving up candy for four long weeks) would soon be coming to an end, leaving me as exuberant as Julie Andrews in the hills of Austria in The Sound of Music, which also made its annual appearance around the same time. Thanks to Charles M. Schulz and the Peanuts gang, I hardly needed to consult a calendar, as Halloween and Christmas just wouldn’t be the same without the Great Pumpkin and the sparse Charlie Brown Christmas tree as touchstones for the season. Fittingly, in this month’s issue, we highlight Charlie Brown, his cohorts and their creator within our travel feature: Beyond the Bottle: Savoring Sonoma County. As you’ll read, we learned that in addition to world-class wines and cuisine, there are infinite things for travelers of all ages to discover in Sonoma. I’m pictured here with Cincinnati Bengals coach Marvin Lewis at Football 101, a fundraising event for his Marvin Lewis Community Fund (marvinlewis.org). Although Riverfront Stadium is long gone, standing on the turf at Paul Brown Stadium I felt my extremities go numb as I reminisced about a Bengals game I attended with my dad as a young girl on January 10, 1982. Now known as the Freezer Bowl, the temperature with the wind chill was a bone chilling -59°F, and believe me, it felt every bit that frigid. To make matters worse, my faithfully frugal father (which I think has something to do with his growing up with 12 siblings), parked on the Covington side of the river “to avoid the traffic”. When, around the third quarter, I reached the point where dumping hot chocolate down my back rather than drinking it was sounding like a good idea, I convinced my dad that I really couldn’t feel my feet and needed to leave. The walk back to the car across the bridge was brutal – I felt like there was a pair of concrete blocks where my feet should be. Having had 28 years to thaw out and reflect on the experience, I wouldn’t change a thing (except donning one of the beautiful and cozy ski jackets found in From Ski to Shining Sea beginning on page 58). Bragging rights last a lifetime. From all of us at Sophisticated Living, we wish you peace and prosperity during this season of thanks and celebration and throughout the New Year. Bridget Williams, Editor-in-Chief
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ALMOST FRENCH One country’s influence on antiques Written by Kirby Camm, Bittners France has played an important role as a cultural center for centuries, with Paris serving as its epicenter. From cuisine and fashion to architecture, literature and art, just to name a few, French culture has had far-reaching influence on many different levels for numerous countries. While this influence is widely known, one aspect of French cultural influences that is not widely discussed or given much thought is antique furniture. For an extended period of time, many countries wanted to be French, and one way they could accomplish this was by emulating French furniture styles or giving a French interpretation to a pre-existing style of the period. A fine example of French furniture influence are Buckingham Palace’s staterooms for the British monarchy in London, England, which display a combination of very fine French and English furniture. The English furniture appears French, although it was English-made. The French influence on antique furniture started, in my opinion, in the mid-17th century, continued throughout the 18th century and declined in the mid- to late-19th century. Almost all European countries were influenced by French furniture styles during this time period. Even American furniture was influenced by France after the beginning of the 19th century. But it is important to note that most countries did an interpretation of French design rather than just completely copying French styles. The illustrated late English Regency mahogany chest, circa 1835, is a prime example of English Regency furniture influenced by the French Empire period. At first glance it looks very French. This chest has a French Empire form and feel about it, and several design features echo French style. For instance, the freestanding columns with an ormolu band at the top and bottom of the columns are French influenced, as well as the ormolu medallions over the two columns and the ormolu
wreath with extended branches of leaves over the center drawer pulls. The center of drawer hardware pulls is never seen on large English chests, but this type of brass hardware drawer pull is often seen on French and Continental chests. Only after closer examination of this chest can you determine that it is English-made. The chest’s mahogany wood top with wide inlaid mahogany cross-banding on the edge is entirely English and not French. The dovetails on this chest are typical of English style, as well as the construction of the drawers. One other telltale sign is how the chest back is made. It is done in the typical English construction of the period and differs from its French equivalent. Outside of their obvious beauty, a fact that makes these French-influenced pieces even more desirable is that they are somewhat scarce in today’s antique marketplace. sl
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Savoring Sonoma County
Written by Bridget Williams
Every fall I hear people mention that they are headed to Napa Valley “for the harvest.” What, I wondered, was their role? Were they stepping off the plane with pruners in hand, ready to release the succulent bunches from their vines, or pulverizing the berries with their feet in giant vats a la “I Love Lucy”? Neither, as I discovered during a recent visit to neighboring Sonoma, during which I learned that a whole vineyard can be harvested within hours and most vineyards do not even permit casual visitors to wander amongst the acres of vines. Still, there is a certain palpable energy to be savored. “Just because you can’t put on a helmet and walk onto the field, doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the game,” said Matthew Weese, cellar master at Mauritson Wines, located in Sonoma’s Dry Creek Valley. A “Vineyard Adventures” initiative recently launched by the Sonoma County Winegrape Commission does allow interested visitors to take a self-guided tour at four wineries in Sonoma County without the need for a reservation. At Mauritson Winery, one of the first to sign on to the pilot project (five more are scheduled to begin offering tours following the 2010 harvest), Soho and Chelsea, a mother-daughter pair of docile yellow Labradors, greet guests at the entrance to the tasting room. “There is no other region in the United States that permits visitors to
take self-guided tours through the vineyards,” said Larry Levine, vice president of marketing and communications of the Sonoma County Winegrape Commission. After obtaining our laminated map, we casually strolled through the vineyard, where large numbers on placards at various stopping points corresponded with descriptions on the map that detailed various aspects of the vineyard, from grape varietals and soil types to irrigation and the like. A tasting of Mauritson’s flagship Dry Creek Zinfandel followed (the region is often noted as producing the best zinfandel in the world). Be sure to pick up a bottle or two of their Alexander Valley Chardonnay, which is barrel fermented in oak and only available through the tasting room at the winery. After a tasting, I would also highly recommend grabbing a gourmet sandwich just down the street at the “kitschy-chic” Dry Creek General Store, where you might run into owner Gina Gallo. With one million acres, Sonoma County is vast and getting lost is not necessarily a hopeless proposition; on more than one occasion we were too busy craning our necks to take in the scenery and missed a turn as we traversed the twisty-turning roads. While there are a plethora of outstanding lodging options, three in particular offer unique twists on the Sonoma experience: the Gaige House, the Kenwood Inn & Spa, and The Farmhouse.
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I could feel my blood pressure lower as soon as the keys to my creekside suite at the Gaige House were in my possession. Located in Glen Ellen, the property has just 23 rooms, from king and queen accommodations in the main house to stand-alone Zen suites with interior glass atriums and granite soaking tubs. Wedged between the swimming pool and a trickling creek, our Asian-inspired suite boasted a wisteria-covered porch and completely private outdoor lounge area. The interior was configured like a studio apartment, complete with a wet bar and refrigerator for chilling wine, a small dining table, living area
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with a gas fireplace, a king-sized bed with a skylight above, and a very large bathroom with separate soaking tub and shower. The historic main home serves as a gathering spot for the daily continental breakfast and an evening wine and cheese reception, after which a basket of flashlights is placed near the front door should you wish to walk to one of several outstanding restaurants just down the street, including The Girl and the Fig, where we enjoyed an outstanding meal. Massage services are available and can be provided in a third floor treatment spa loft, in-room or in a tented site near the creek.
Just a short distance away from the Gaige House and directly on the Sonoma Highway, the Kenwood Inn & Spa offers a completely different interpretation of the Sonoma aesthetic. The Mediterranean-style villa, spread over 2.5 acres, boasts three lush courtyards, an exquisite saline swimming pool, fountains, a serene pond, meticulously landscaped flora, and abundant ivy cascading up, down and around the Inn. Private guestroom entrances lead into each of the ultra-private 29 rooms and suites outfitted with one-of-a-kind furnishings crafted in Italy especially for the Inn.
An on-site spa is consistently ranked among the best in the country by national travel magazines and highlights the organic products of ARCONA. It is also the first spa in the country to adopt the age-old European tradition of vinotherapy, which harnesses the healing power of grapes. Executive Chef Andrea Di Loreto is at the helm in the dining room, which is operated for guests only and offers a complimentary two-course breakfast and a rustic Italian a la carte dinner menu of appetizers, salads, and entrees with high-quality ingredients sourced from local farms and farmers’ markets.
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Located in the Russian River Valley, the Farmhouse Inn & Restaurant is owned by Catherine and Joe Bartolomei, a brother and sister team of fifth generation Russian River farmers. “People are so isolated in their daily pursuits, and we wanted to create a haven in the ‘real Russian River wine country’ that allows them to come and feel a part of something from a bygone era,” said Catherine. A small cottage serves as the reception and guest services hub. Inside, a series of shelves display a self-serve assortment of organic, locally-made body scrubs and herbal olive oil soaps for in-room use, as well as make-your-own Italian sodas and apothecary jars filled with old fashioned sweets and the makings for s’mores. Executive Chef Steve Litke is the reason Catherine and Joe initially sought to purchase the property. Although
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its predecessor was an “icky restaurant with a disgruntled housekeeper serving as waiter” according to Catherine, she was astounded by the food and asked to meet the chef. During the course of their conversation she learned that the property was for sale. “We’ve built an entire business around the quality of his food – the most ridiculous business plan you can imagine, but business has far exceeded our expectations.” The owners provide Litke with six weeks of professional development leave per year to further hone his craft. In the main dining room of the clapboard house, a mural painted on canvas and upholstered around the room near the ceiling recreates scenes from family photographs beginning in the 1920s. Roaming about is Sonoma County’s only Master Sommelier, Geoff Kruth. In addition to a top-notch
selection of regional standouts, the restaurant maintains a nice selection of non-local wines at the request of their many local patrons. Service befits food of its caliber. My favorites include the delicate ravioli stuffed with sweet corn filling and fresh shaved black summer truffle and black trumpet mushroom-encrusted pork tenderloin. The newly constructed “barn,” built on the site of the property’s original barn, is decidedly contemporary but with touches that nod to its agrarian roots. Inside, the walls are studio white; a sliding barn door separates the bedroom and living area. Upholstery is organic linen and flax. Reclaimed matte-finish marble is found in the bathroom. “We wanted the look to be humble but sophisticated,” said Catherine.
While the 1800 grape growers spread across 13 distinct viticulture areas in Sonoma offer plenty of activities for oenophiles, there are infinite possibilities for engaging in activities that fall outside the realm of winemaking, such as an afternoon at Safari West. A labor of love for Peter Lang, whose passion for African hoofstock was inspired by travels with his father, film and television director Otto Lang, the 400-acre property, certified by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, provides up close and personal visits with more than 800 mammals, birds and reptiles. Tours in the open-air “safari” vehicles bounce around on uneven terrain; children, in particular, love the bench seats located above the driver, where they can see eye to eye with a curious giraffe. Those interested in fully embracing the safari experience can stay in one of 31 well-equipped tented cabins.
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In nearby Santa Rosa, the nearly 30,000-square-foot Charles M. Schulz Museum & Research Center is also worthy of a special trip. Using whimsical, contemporary architecture befitting the beloved cartoonist and his characters, a visit is like a trip down memory lane. Opened to the public in 2002, the museum is near Schulz’s original studio (which has been carefully transported in its entirety to the museum’s second floor), and across the street from Snoopy’s Home Ice, a skating arena where Schulz spent a great deal of time during the last 30 years of his life. In addition to a plethora of Peanuts strips, there is original art by artists worldwide, such as the Morphing Snoopy bas-relief sculpture designed by Japanese artist Yoshiteru Otani. After working up a hearty appetite ice-skating, we headed over to Syrah Bistro for dinner. Located near the Railroad Square historic district, the spot is a favorite of locals who adore Chef/owner Josh Silvers’ Cal-French bistro fare served in a high-ceilinged dining room accentuated by plastered walls and rustic accoutrements. The open kitchen makes the 10-table space feel much larger. Table attendants are attentive and possess an intimate knowledge of the locally sourced ingredients and their methods of preparation. Beginning with a simple amuse-bouche of a watermelon cube, topped with a similarly sized piece of goat cheese and skewered with a sprig of local micro basil and a taste of balsamic, followed by a fragrant chilled corn soup with chives and candied bacon, a perfectly grilled filet mignon "Mirepoix" and “Something Sweet from Andy,” the dessert du jour, our meal was memorable from start to finish.
On our way to Bodega Bay the following morning, we made a pit stop at Osmosis Day Spa, another favorite of locals and travelers in the know. The six-acre property is a haven of tranquility and boasts the only cedar enzyme bath in North America. Guests recline in wooden tubs and are then enveloped up to their chins in a proprietary mix of finely ground cedar milled from fallen trees in Oregon, rice bran, and 600 different plant enzymes imported from Japan and heated through natural fermentation. The majority of guests follow their 20-minute soak with a massage or a walk through the meditation garden, stopping at a temple overlooking a small pond built to mimic the shape of the Chinese character that represents love and peace. On your way out, be sure to pick up their divinely scented ginger/jasmine body wash and lotion. Known for whale watching and the site where Hitchcock’s classic film “The Birds” was filmed in the early 1960s, picturesque Bodega Bay is the perfect spot to while away an afternoon. A good bit of memorabilia can be found at The Tides Wharf. While there is a restaurant there, I would bypass it in favor of a cup of clam chowder and crab sandwich to go from the tiny Spud Point Crab Company, which consistently wins “Best Of ” contests both locally and nationally. Just down the road is Bodega Head, a magnificent craggy cliff that overlooks the Pacific and is popular with whale watchers throughout the year. We laid out a picnic spread featuring Sonoma’s bounty close enough to the cliff’s edge so that, with wine glass in hand, we were able to marvel at a whale’s aquatic acrobatics and relax to the rhythm of the crashing waves. sl
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Amarone
Written by Scott Harper, MS
Located in northeast Italy is the state of Veneto, home to Amarone. Of Italy’s 20 regions, Veneto produces the most wine, one-fifth of the total wine production of Italy, which is the largest wine producer on earth. Many of its wines are massproduced inexpensive wines made in quantity not high quality. But that has changed in the last decade, although, the high quality of Amarone has long been the exception. Amarone Della Valpolicella, or as it is most commonly called Amarone, is considered one of the top wines of Italy. It is the flagship wine of the region of Veneto and has recently been acknowledged as one of Italy’s top wines by receiving the highest legal quality designation, DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita). It joins such wines as Barolo and Brunello Di Montalcino at the top of Italian wine hierarchy. The wine area within Veneto where Amarone is made is called Valpolicella, which is quite near the beautiful old-world town of Verona. The best Valpolicella comes from the historic and original part of the zone now called Classico. Verona is noted for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, a magnificent central
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square called Piazza Bra and a century’s old Roman arena. The balcony of Romeo and Juliet still stands today, and the Roman Arena, which is smaller than it famous counterpart in Rome, the Coliseum, is still used for concerts and other public events. The Piazza Bra is a great place to have lunch, people watch or enjoy an espresso to help fuel your short trip to Valpolicella. The different wines from Valpolicella are: Valpolicella, Valpolicella Superiore, Valpolicella Ripasso, Amarone Della Valpolicella and Reciotto Della Valpolicella. All of these wines are made from grapes that you would rarely find anywhere besides Veneto, which is quite unique in the world of international grape varieties and winemaking. The number one grape is a grape called Corvina; it represents the majority of most blends with the balance being comprised of Rodinella and Molinari. Corvina is considered the finest grape of Veneto and naturally high in acidity. Valpolicella is made like other red table wines. Valpolicella Superiore experiences longer ageing and slightly higher alcohol. The real story is the unique production method of Amarone,
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Remo Farina 2005 Wine making in the family dates back to the 16th century with the Farina winery making wine since the early 19th century. This estate is now run by cousins Alessandro and Pietro Farina with other family members. Intermingling of cherry, strawberry, baking spice, earth, almond and light oak, this is a richly textured, concentrated wine that is full-bodied with an alcohol of 15 percent.
Many Amarone della Valpolicella Classicos sport brilliant old world labels like this one that make you think of Italy.
which represents about 20 percent of Valpolicella’s total production, and how it influences Valpolicella Ripasso. Amarone grapes are harvested ripe and then dried for around three months in special lofts called fruttai. These lofts have been modernized and are equipped with ventilators and de-humidifiers to discourage mold and other issues when drying grapes. During the drying period, which is from roughly October to February, the grapes loose 35 to 40 percent of their original weight, which concentrates the sugar, extract and decreases the amount of water in the wine. The resulting grapes ferment to dryness and achieve alcohol levels of 14 to 16 percent. If the grapes are dried for an additional month or so and are not fermented to dryness, the sweet wine Reciotto Della Valpolicella is made. Amarone is then aged for a minimum of two years in either old Slovenian barrels or new French oak, depending on the winemaker’s choice, to add further spice characteristics and texture or is aged four years to be labeled “riserva.” This process, which is called passito, adds to the expense but also adds a unique taste impression or illusion of sweetness because of the
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Luigi Righetti “Capitel de’ Roari” 2006 Fourth generation winemaker Gian Maria Righetti carries on the tradition of this family run estate since 1909. In local dialect, “Capitel de’ Roari” means many oaks, which is a reflection of the Righetti’s knowledge of their land. Ripe red cherry, baked strawberry, minerals, light oak, spice, almond and mocha all come together in this velvety textured, full-bodied wine with 14.5 percent alcohol.
big concentration of alcohol and glycerin. Looking at the color can be deceiving as it is not an opaque purple wine but rather garnet/ruby colored, so it appears to be a lighter-style wine. But with a sip, it explodes into a full-bodied, full-flavored mouthful. Flavors of bitter almond and cherry are packed with ripe fruit and spices, warm and velvety. While Amarone drinks really well early on, it also is very age-worthy; I have had several examples of 20-year-old Amarone that were still absolutely delicious. The Italians, never ones to waste, make use of the un-pressed grape skins of Amarone to re-ferment Valpolicella. This re-passing, or in Italian “Ripasso,” makes Valpolicella Ripasso, a delicious halfway point between Valpolicella and Amarone. sl
Scott is General Manager of the Bristol Bar & GrilleJeffersonville and is Wine Director/Sommelier for the 5 Bristol Bar & Grille’s in Louisville and Indiana. He teaches wine through Bellarmine University. Scott is a Master Sommelier and a Certified Wine Educator.
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Aston Martin’s supremely elegant Rapide provides sports car performance for four
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There is little doubt that a country estate with a miles-long paved drive would be a fitting prerequisite for ownership of an Aston Martin Rapide. Not, as one would surmise, to fulfill the genteel persona the storied British brand (and its perdurable association with 007) conjures, but rather to be able, on a daily basis, to listen to the heavenly tones of the V12 engine as one puts the gearbox through its paces via the steering column-mounted magnesium paddles. Such a spine-tingling experience was recently mine during a test drive over Bluegrass country roads as part of a road rally to Heaven Hill Distillery in Bardstown. First shown in 2006 in concept form at the Detroit Auto Show, the four-door Rapide project received an immediate green light from Aston Martin’s new shareholders in mid-
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2007, following the sale of the marque by the Ford Motor Company. The Rapide is the first four-door Aston Martin since the Lagonda, which was produced from 1976 to 1989. In a little over two years, Aston Martin’s design and engineering team has delivered a new car from the ground up. Able to accommodate four adults, Rapide has been developed from the “V/H Architecture” platform, which already forms the backbone to Aston Martin’s critically acclaimed line-up: the DBS, DB9 and Vantage. “With Rapide, the entire family can enjoy their Aston Martin together in unison, in an invigorating yet comfortable environment, sitting low, with plenty of visibility from every seat and with new levels of comfort, refinement and entertainment,” said Chief Executive Dr. Ulrich Bez.
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Aesthetically distinctive and commanding of attention, the shape of the Rapide is at once muscular and graceful, like an assassin in a bespoke suit. During our test drive, in the middle of a caravan with classic and contemporary cars in a wide range of makes and models, it was the Rapide that garnered the most double takes. Director of Design Marek Reichman, who led the in-house design team which penned the Rapide, aptly summed up the look by saying, “The new double grill gives more presence on the road, while the iconic signature side strake has been lengthened through to the rear doors to enhance its lateral proportions in a subtle, yet elegant way. The car’s purity makes it look right from every angle.” With simplicity and purity as paramount in the design process, all accoutrements are thoughtful and contribute to the essence of a superior driving experience for all occupants. For instance, “swan wing” doors open up and out at 12 degrees, thereby avoiding scuffs and scratches when parked next to a raised walkway, while serving the dual purpose of allowing easier access to the front and rear cabin. The back windows automatically retract all the way down when the rear doors are opened as the laminated side glass rises into the window seal when the car is driven at speed to cancel out wind noise. The front and rear window choreography has been designed to permit the absence of a visible B-pillar to declutter the curve line of the doors from front to back, creating a
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seamless glass-to-glass window frame. The wing mirrors have been specifically designed to emerge from the door giving the driver optimum visibility through the front corner glass. Good looks aside, the Rapide delivers effortless power and torque, via a hand-built, front mid-mounted 6.0 litre V12 engine, producing 470 horsepower. While I did not come to my test drive armed with a stopwatch, stated performance of zero to 60 mph time in 5.0 seconds is on target. Despite being more than a foot longer than its sibling, the DB9, the Rapide weighs just over 500 pounds more, due to the use of lightweight materials that provide the outstanding structural rigidity needed for the longer wheelbase. The standard six-speed Touchtronic 2 automatic transmission has been calibrated to ensure that the additional weight of Rapide has had a minimal impact on fuel economy, emissions and performance. While we punched the accelerator as each open straightaway presented itself just to hear the full range of engine notes (bringing toothy grins and audible shouts from everyone), handling around the occasional hard bend was just as impressive and felt more like a two-seater sports car than a sedan capable of carrying four. The Rapide’s weight balance is near perfect at: 49:51, contributing to its outstanding dynamics. All of us concurred in acknowledging a change of stiffness when the suspension was set to sport mode.
Inside the cabin, the look of sports car performance is paired with the finest materials and the highest levels of craftsmanship. At 5’6” and of average build, I was comfortable in the doubledstitched leather sports seats, both at the helm and as a backseat passenger (although I would definitely call “shotgun” if I was any taller). Heated and optional cooled seats feature two centrallymounted rotational dials, one at the front and one at the rear – placed within a center console that spans the length of the cockpit – to offer individual fingertip control to all passengers. If the Rapide is called into duty for carpool, large storage binnacles set between both the front and rear seats provide ample space to store CDs and games and keep valuables from view. The kiddos will love the optional Aston Martin rear entertainment system, which consists of two LCD screens seamlessly integrated into the back of the front seat headrests that can be operated independently. A six-DVD changer is integrated into the boot compartment, and sound is delivered via wireless headphones or through the standard audio system. Among the standard equipment is a 1000 W BeoSound Rapide bespoke Bang & Olufsen sound system. After the system is activated, a pair of acoustic lenses rises silently from
the dashboard. The speaker grills are formed from a single piece of aluminum and integrate seamlessly into Rapide’s interior, dispersing sound equally to all passengers. A microphone located behind the rear-view mirror continually monitors ambient noise to adjust volume settings to compensate. A revised Bluetooth™ microphone is located above the driver’s and front passenger’s head, improving sound pick-up to give crystal clear conversations. We were able to sync our iPhone and place calls within minutes. The trunk compartment provides ample storage space; the rear seatbacks effortlessly fold flat at the touch of a button to increase the total luggage to 31.3 cubic feet of boot space. The boot space is hand-trimmed with a carpet floor and four iridium-anodized runners and tread plates. A divider can be raised or lowered to create a separate area accessible from the back seats should rear passengers require access to their luggage during the journey (a feature that quickly became one of my favorites during the ride home when I couldn’t resist sampling from the stash of bourbon balls acquired at Heaven Hill). Base price of the Aston Martin Rapide is $199,950 (astonmartin.com). sl
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Artist Encounter: Elena Dorfman
Years ago while traveling in San Francisco I visited a gallery that was purportedly exhibiting slick, sexy images of idealized young women. The minute I walked through the door, I could see the enticing images printed on large shiny pieces of aluminum. I slowly walked down the long gallery, gazing into one mesmerizing scene after another. Some included several characters, some were very tight close-ups, but they all sucked me into that wonderful space where you connect with an artist through his or her work, but you cannot explain why...yet. There was a young sailor carrying his bride through a bedroom door; an older sad man melting into another woman’s bosom and yet another man sitting on a couch, watching television while holding the hand of his girlfriend. I was awestruck by these photographs but... “Wait a minute,” I asked myself, “Is that a seam in her lip? Why is her ankle twisted in that way?” I’d been had. I was embarrassed! Gazing, as I had, into these picture I had implicated myself in some sort of voyeuristic fantasy. I’d been caught! These were fake women, silicon sex dolls, and thus began my relationship with the artist, Elena Dorfman. Ever since that initial encounter in 2005, Laura Lee and I have loved and collected the work of Elena as well as established a friendship with her. We began by hanging the doll series, Still Lovers, in Proof on Main for the grand opening of 21c Museum Hotel. Wow! Silicone sex dolls were something new
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to Louisville and a few eyebrows were raised. Our journey of collecting and exhibiting Elena’s work had begun. Elena’s career has evolved through penetrating, multifaceted explorations into worlds that are marginalized or flourishing below the surface of the mainstream. Following Still Lovers, we presented a subsequent series entitled, Fandomania, featuring young subjects all of whom assume alternative personas related to Japanese cartoons, video games or anime. Think of the portrait photographer Richard Avedon meeting Takashi Murakami at a costume party in Anaheim, California, with over 50,000 kids jostling for attention and you may have a clue as to how these photos were captured! Most of these pictures were made at six conventions of this sort over the course of one year. Shot in situ before a black drop, the vulnerable waifs with their stringy hair and blemishes are matched by precocious twenty year olds confident in their alter egos prancing around in the most outlandish, homemade costumes imaginable. These, too, were compelling to us, and we shared them with the public as well. The struggles artists face in their search to find new subject matter are well documented in the history of art. Being such close friends with Elena by now, we have a new appreciated for the angst artists sometimes feel trying to make the “right” decision about the next body of work to be tackled. At least, to date anyway, Elena hasn’t cut off an ear. During one of these periods of periods of anxiety, Elena visited us several times in Louisville and began to hang out in our community, befriending other artists
and absorbing the vibe of this place. She came out to our farm one day, and we learned that she’d grown up as a competitive horse rider. I put her on one of my horses and off she went riding with Louisville painter, Gaela Erwin. I think that ride inspired the next work that was so popular at 21c. Soon after, we met in New York, and she presented me with an intriguing proposal. She wanted to bridge from human to animal and also from still to moving pictures, this time focusing on the world of the horse and racing culture, something we know a little about here in Kentucky. It seemed like a perfect match. Out of this working collaboration, came her most ambitious body of work to date, The Pleasure Park. Elena returned to our farm and stayed in our guest house while she researched horse culture, preparing for a series of film shoots that she would direct throughout the course of the next year. While filming the horses, Elena discovered the jockeys. She began to share with me her still images of the riders in studio, sometimes nude, their bodies scarred and disfigured from accidents which reignited her passion for portraiture. Let’s face it, the world of riding is its own distinct subculture, and something about the contrast of the thoroughbred’s sinewy bodies and the musculature of the riders really inspired her to do some beautiful work. She and I began an electronic volley via our blackberry device, whereby Elena would share images, and we formed this conspiracy of encouragement and mutual respect. The results, I think, speak for themselves. We hung ten of the horse portraits
in Proof to coincide with the 2009 Kentucky Derby, and to mark the 2010 Derby, we projected her three-channel video on racing in the video gallery at 21c. Elena took an obvious icon and showed it to us through a completely different aesthetic. Last year, we invited Elena to join us for our bi-annual summer trip to a fishing camp in Canada where Laura Lee has been going since her early childhood. While there, we all had the extraordinary experience of watching baby eaglets take their maiden flights and during the evenings we spent many hours in competitive matches of pingpong and irritating episodes of charades. That week, Elena began a portrait series of our friends and family, including my grandchildren. Watching her prepare for each photo, picking the right setting and the right light was yet another interesting way to get to know her and understand her intensity. But better yet, the soft sweet photos she produced of my favorite people reminded me that we can never know everything about anyone, especially an artist. And I don’t think artists ever know the depths of their own creativity, but being in on the search… is a great honor. sl
Steve Wilson is a philanthropist and arts patron who seeks to engage the public with contemporary art in new ways.
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Measuring an impressive 70" high and 31" wide, 'Ethel' by John Petry was inspired by his early memories of watching TV during the 1950s, when housewives would clean house in very nice dresses. The blouse is made of bottle caps, while the skirt is fashioned from numbers used by gas stations for displaying prices. Price upon request. Available through the Miller Gallery in Cincinnati (millergallery.com).
Made from 10oz London Tan leahter, the No. 18 Backpack ($500) from Vancouver based Palmer & Sons was conceived based on 1940s war time equipment. The 120 hand-set solid brass rivets are an example of the fine handiwork completed by the father/son artisan team (palmerandsons.ca).
A pink silk organza gown, covered with soft, cascading rose petals from Zang Toi's Spring 2011 collection (houseoftoi.com)
right, The adorable Caroline Mini bag in pink crocodile leather from Chopard is the ideal companion for intimate dinners. In addition to a make-up set, it has space for a notebook for jotting down the next date with your Valentine. In a playful allusion to the brand’s signature symbols, the clasp is a tiny heart housing moving diamonds. (chopard.com)
far right, ‘Bree’ shopper ($1,995) from Jimmy Choo (nordstrom.com).
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Of note... Gifted left, The Happy Sport Chrono from Chopard. The delightfully feminine pink alligator leather strap daintily highlights the mother-of-pearl dial enhanced by five moving brilliant-cut diamonds. (chopard.com) center, Milus ZETIOS Regulator is available in 18K red or in stainless steel. The regulator indication is housed by the 42-mm diameter case. The flattened outer bezel is complemented by subtly rounded details. The protected crown at 3 o’clock is decorated with a relief in the shape of the Milus symbol. Special connecting elements join the case to a strap of finest alligator leather and ensure pleasant wearing comfort. (milus.com) right, Topping the pyramid of Blancpain's Basel 2010 new releases is the Carrousel RÊpÊtition Minutes Le Brassus. This grand complication, for the first time in watchmaking history, combines a flying one-minute carrousel and a cathedral gong minute repeater. (blancpain.com) Carbon fiber flag clock in chrome ($450) from Chelsea Clock features a 4.5-inch face, sport hand, a precision etched dial and enameled nautical flags representing numerals one through 12 (chelseaclock.com).
A bevy of blue and pink sapphires escort diamonds in magnifying the beauty of Calibre 101 from Jaeger-Le Coultre. The gems arranged in graded shades of color express delicate artistry calling for a broad range of precious stones required to create such a flowing merge of hues, an effect further accentuated by the extreme suppleness of the watch gently embracing the wrist. Symbolizing a blend of rigorous technical expertise and sensual aesthetics, it vividly embodies the patience and talent of craftsmen at the peak of their art (www.jaegerlecoultre.com/eu/en).
An engineer-turnedartist, Doug James has re d i re c t e d h i s p e n c h a n t for helping others develop efficient manufacturing procecces for his own benefit by developing unique furnishings and objects for the home. "Man About Time" is a unique prototype f a s h i o n e d f ro m h a n d s c l u p t e d polyester resin with an opaque stain lacquer finish over aluminum armature and measuring 18" high, 9" wide, and 6" deep. Price upon request (studiodoug.com).
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The new MINI Scooter E Concept was unveiled earlier this year - almost ten years to the day since the new MINI was first shown at the Paris Motor Show. Three deign versions are available. Distinctive features include the circular central instrument cluster, the iconic speedometer, the visually prominent indicator lamps in the style of the classic Mini and the chrome trims on the bodywork. The MINI Scooter E Concept is driven by a built-in rear wheel electric motor which is powered by a compact lithium-ion battery. MSRP is projected to be around $6,000 (miniusa.com).
Chopard Classic Racing black resin fountain pen with pink gold trims. Also available in roller, ball point or pencil pen. (chopard.com) A highly regarded collector car, the Porsche 356 Speedster was the company's first production automobile, built from 1948 - 1965. With just half of the total production of 76,000 still around, the Beck 356 Speedster is considered the gold standard for Porsche Speedster and Spyder replicas. The deluxe pre-assembled body package starts at $19,500 (www.beckspeedster.com).
To mark Gucci's 90th anniversary in 2011, Gucci and Riva, in collaboration with Officina Italiana Design are offering an exclusive made to order yacht "Aquariva by Gucci," a model customized by Gucci Creative Director Frida Giannini. The Aquariva by Gucci will be exclusively available on a made-toorder basis through Riva's dealer network (riva-yacht.com).
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Of note... Gifted Sous Bois Dinner Plates #4, #5 and #6 by Albert Pinto ($178.00). Available through Dolfinger's in Louisville, L.V. Harkness & Co. in Lexington and Goldsmith Cardel in Cincinnati (devinecorp.net).
Chambery black centerpiece bowl ($998) from the Varga Museum limited edition collection. 10" diameter. Available through Dolfinger's in Louisville, L.V. Harkness & Co. in Lexington and Goldsmith Cardel in Cincinnati (devinecorp.net).
Handmade by Matthew Richard in Portland, Oregon, this tabletop mobile ($385) can rotate 360 degrees (dwr.com).
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Designed by Carlo Alessi in 1935, the Alessi Ottagonale Coffee Service Collection from Design WIthin Reach ($865 for the set) is crated from 18/10 stainless steel with Bakelite handle and knob. (dwr.com)
Emerald cut diamond ring surrounded by rubies. Available from St. John and Myers in Lexington, KY (stjohnandmyers.com).
'Lola' pave diamond heart necklace on chain ($4,800) by Judith Ripka. 18kt yellow gold chain with full cut, round brilliant pave diamond heart and diamond varrels accents. Available from Koerbers in New Albany, IN; Saks Fifth Avenue in Cincinnati or at judithripka.com.
Stuart Weitzman 'Jazziest' ($498) gold extreme platform ankle wrap with Swarovski crystal detail. Available at www. stuartweitzman.com and Stuart Weitzman stores nationwide.
Roberto Coin CapriPlus collection. Bangles from top: 18K yellow gold with light and dark cognac diamonds ($24,000); 18K gold plated silver with reclaimed ebony wiid and cognac diamonds ($4,500); 18K rose gold with amethyst ($11,800); 18K yellow gold with white diamonds ($13,500); Ruthenium treated silver with blue topaz ($2,400). Earrings ($5,000) in 18K yellow gold with white diamonds. Ring ($4,400) in 18K yellow gold with white diamonds. Available in Lexington from Shelia Bayes Fine Jewelers or Neiman Marcus (robertocoin.com).
de Grisogono cufflinks in blackened white gold set with 40 white diamonds of 0.10 carat, 4 rubies of 1.00 carat and 216 rubies of 5.00 carats. (degrisogono.com)
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sources Page 58 Pilot hat and Haruki down jacket from the Kjus Spirit Collection (kjus.com). Page 59 True Religion Swimwear Page 60 Top Left: "Annika" 100% ultra-fine merino Nordic zip neck sweater (nevedeisgns.com) Top Right: "Amo Neve" long sleeve crew neck (nevedesigns.com) Bottom Left: "Josie" hat in alpine and "Lexi" merino zip neck sweater in sapphire (nevedesigns.com) Right Top: All Mountain Skis from Heidiskis (approx. $1,500 USD) are handmade in Switzerland (heidiskis.com). Right Bottom: Leighton jacket ($299.50) in Peridot from Obermeyer (obermeyer.com). Page 61 Top Left: Gottex Top right: Agatha Ruiz De La Prada Bottom Left: Victorio Lucchino Bottom Right: Milly by Michelle Smith Page 62 Top Left: Haruto down jacket from the Kjus Spirit Collection (kjus.com). Top right: Monterossa Jacket ($700) from Spyder (spyder.com). Photo courtesy of Spyder. Bottom Left: Unisex Kjus beanie, Cube jacket & Stealth glove from Kjus (kjus.com). Bottom Right: Raptor jacket ($360) from Obermeyer (obermeyer.com). Page 63 Top Left: Swell Suits Right: Francis Montesinos Bottom Left: Olasul This Page Top: On her: "Elin" zip neck sweater ($162.80) in snow. On him: "Gordon" merino zip neck sweater ($162.80) in charcoal (nevedesigns.com) Bottom: Obermeyer Girls Kismet jacket ($125) in Marshmallow, Karma jacket in Candy Pink ($129.50), Nirvana jacket ($119.50) in Marshmallow Stripe print (obermeyer.com). 64 slmag.net
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Introducing the all-new BMW 7 Series. BMW’s engineers aren’t much for patting themselves on the back. They prefer to roll up their sleeves and treat past accomplishments as mere stepping stones. This inexhaustible effort led to the creation of our most majestic vehicle yet – the all-new BMW 7 Series. Take, for example, the interior. By stretching the wheelbase, we created a supremely grand cabin that features the most head and legroom in it’s class.* Of course, this comfort didn’t come at the expense of exhilaration. Our engineers also included a V-8 with twin-turbo technology that delivers a supremely efficient driving experience. The all-new BMW 7 Series – a vehicle for those who never stand still. BMW Ultimate Service™ Pay nothing. 4 years/50,000 miles. The most comprehensive maintenance plan (including wear and tear items) in it’s class.** Brake Pads: $0
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All that Glitters
An Anchorage home shines during the Holidays Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Eric Williams
A memorable trip to Venice served as the inspiration for John and Annie Locke’s gracious home in Anchorage. Sitting on five acres, the painted brick home with a stucco cornice designed by architect Frank Pierce displays a decidedly contemporary face with underlying classic architectural detailing. Knowing their penchant for contemporary Mediterranean style, when it came time to begin considering the interior design, the builder recommended the couple retain Libby Rush of Ewald Design Associates, who spent time in Florence, Italy, studying Italian Renaissance art and architecture. Rush worked hand-in-hand with Annie to realize her vision, which included incorporating the couple's existing furniture pieces and strategically choosing new ones that complement the grandiose rooms. Marble flooring in the entry boasts laser cut medallions; the free-form filigree pattern is mimicked in the exquisite stair rail that gently winds its way up to the second floor.
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Opposite the staircase and separated from the entry by a duo of columned archways, iridescent copper-colored wallpaper and banded cherry hardwood floors serve as a foil to the soaring ceilings and light color palette of the entry. The Henredon dining table is noted for its tapering twist-turned legs topped with gilt acanthus decoration and ending in a carved acanthus gilded foot. Similar details are found on the bar near the base of the stairs that is ideally positioned to service the living and dining rooms. Features of note include a detailed polished brass Swan faucet at the wet bar and a magnificent Lalique crystal sculpture displayed on built-in shelving above. The living room is an ideal expression of Annie’s personal style: a neutral color palette accented by subtle, carefully chosen details and minimal pattern. The room’s focal point is a mural by Sandy Kimura over the fireplace, depicting a gondolier in Venice. Kimura also painted a filigree-style mural on the wall near the cream-colored grand piano. Suspended from the room’s 24-foot ceiling is one of the many glistening crystal chandeliers and sconces found throughout the first floor. En route to the master bedroom wing is John’s home office. Decidedly masculine with a Brazilian cherry parquet pattern floor, coffered ceiling, and custom library shelving and built-in cabinetry by Finish Design, the room is a trove of items of sentimentality. An alabaster chandelier provides soft illumination. Subtly patterned bedding from Bedded Bliss provides a hint of pattern and color in the otherwise monochromatic master bedroom. A pair of antiqued mirrored chests on either side of the fireplace carryover a glimmer glint found in other rooms. Italian sconces and matching chandelier suspended over the soaking tub in the spa-like master bathroom play into the Venetian theme. Linda Boyles is responsible for the decorative paint finish in the family room and kitchen. In the former, an elaborate display of woodworking by Finish Design comprises the built-in cabinetry, which is accented by large diameter twisted columns with Mediterranean capitals and a mantelpiece supported on both ends by a carved Enkeboll lion base with plinth. The same lion detail is found on the island in the adjacent kitchen. The woodwork in the family room and the island in the kitchen share the same painted finish. Outside, an expansive terrace lined with a balustrade railing leads to the pool and pool house with a covered outdoor kitchen. Tucked nearly out of sight near the driveway is a tennis court, and on the opposite side of the pool area is a large lawn area where the children and dogs can play.
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Marble flooring in the entry boasts laser cut medallions; the free-form filigree pattern is mimicked in the exquisite stair rail that gently winds its way up to the second floor.
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Sitting on five acres, the painted brick home with a stucco cornice was designed by architect Frank Pierce.
Below, Italian sconces and matching chandelier suspended over the soaking tub in the spa-like master bathroom play into the Venetian theme found throughout the home.
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Subtly patterned bedding from Bedded Bliss provides a hint of pattern and color in the otherwise monochromatic master bedroom.
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In the family room, an elaborate display of woodworking by Finish Design comprises the built-in cabinetry, which is accented by large diameter twisted columns with Mediterranean capitals and a mantelpiece supported on both ends by a carved Enkeboll lion base with plinth.
While the home certainly sparkles any time of year, it takes on even more panache during the holidays. Rush starts decorating right after Thanksgiving. “In the eight years since we’ve been doing this, the decorations have continued to evolve,” said Rush. Initially, she was commissioned to adorn trees in the living and family rooms, the former of which was purchased in Chicago, along with a collection of hand-blown mercury glass and crystal ornaments. The festivities have since grown to encompass the mantles and a third tree in the entry, a space, Rush says, that is just perfect for such an elaborate display. “The home really comes to life during the holidays,” she said. sl
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Louisville Concours d’Elegance Frequently regarded as one of the most exemplary sports cars of the pre-war period, a 1938 Alfa Romeo 8C 2900 Touring Spider owned by Ray Scherr of Westlake, California took Best of Show honors at the 3rd annual Louisville Concours d’Elegance at Churchill Downs to benefit Brooklawn Child and Family Services. Originally commissioned for the Maharajah of Indore, the car’s straight-eight engine was designed by legendary engineer Vittorio Jano with a body by Touring, a design house based in Milan. One of four made, the car was part of Ralph Lauren’s outstanding collection before Scherr’s acquisition. For a complete list of award winners, visit concourslouisville.com
Special Awards People’s Choice (Tie) 1933 Duesenberg Convertible Sedan Berline Gene & Sally Perkins – Greenwood, IN 1936 Packard V 12 Boattail Speedster John Allen – Minneapolis, MN Timeless Elegance Award 1930 Willy’s Knight Pladside Phaeton A Giddings – Pray, MT Grand Marshal’s Award 1933 Duesenberg Convertible Sedan Berline Gene & Sally Perkins – Greenwood, IN Chief Judge’s Award 1929 Studebaker Roadster James Heinsohn – Huntley, IL Rolling Sculpture Award 1957 Dual Ghia Alex Campbell – Lexington, KY Founder’s Award 1933 MG L1 Magna Police Car Bill Richey – Bowling Green, KY Brooklawn Children’s Choice Award 2008 Lamborghini LP 640 Murcielago Glenn Hogan – Louisville, KY
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Carlo Petrini founded Slow Food in the mid-1980s to stem what he saw as an alarming disappearance of traditional and artisanal foods as culinary staples of Italian daily life. Today, as a major organizing force in opposing the homogenization of taste and culture, the movement boasts more than 80,000 supporters in 150 countries around the world, with the United States having the second highest number of members behind Italy. Brown Forman’s Executive Chef Mark Williams co-founded the Bluegrass chapter of Slow Food USA with former Brown Forman Senior Vice President Lois Mateus Peters in 2006. Since that time, he has served as the official cheerleader for the local movement, organizing events and getting the word out largely via e-mail to the 2,000 individuals on his mailing list. “In relatively short order our society went from eating local and knowing what was in our food to eating mostly imported food and not knowing what is in it, and that has become more and more alarming to people,” he said. Slow Food advocates “slow money” (buying local), “slow gardening” (using heirloom seeds), and “slow arts and crafts” (using organic cotton or wool from an endangered species of sheep, for example).
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Williams is quick to point out that the movement is geared towards the general public, not chefs. “Chefs are lousy joiners but great participants, and the great chefs in our community are largely on the bandwagon,” he said. The rising demand for eating local has made these chefs’ establishments bastions of the Slow Food philosophy. “The experience of eating local creates a sense of place that cannot be replicated elsewhere,” he added. One of the biggest challenges to the Slow Food movement is an acute shortage of local foodstuffs. According to data supplied by the EPA, of the 285,000,000 people living in the United States, less than one percent claim farming as an occupation (and about two percent actually live on farms). Even more alarming is the fact that as the U.S. farm population has dwindled, the average age of farmers continues to rise, with approximately 40 percent of farmers in this country aged 55 years old or older (according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics). Without taking quick steps to encourage more young people to choose farming, Williams stated, it will be cost prohibitive for many to buy local, as demand will continue to outpace supply. 86 slmag.net
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Recently appointed regional governor of Slow Food U.S.A., Williams’ will pass on the duties of sustaining and growing the local chapter to Steve Wilson and Maggie Barrett (a fourth generation owner of Foxhollow Farm). To celebrate Williams’ contributions and to properly usher in a new era of leadership, Wilson and Laura Lee Brown hosted a dinner celebrating local farmers and benefitting Slow Food Bluegrass at their 1,019-acre Woodland Farm, home to the Kentucky Bison Company. Prepared in concert by Proof on Main Chef Michael Paley (who in 2007 laid the foundation in Kentucky for a national movement championed by Food and Wine magazine dubbed “Grow for Good Farm and Table”) and private Chef Nancy Schoenhoff, participating farmers included Barr Farms, Capriole goat cheese, Foxhollow Farm, Kentucky Gold Produce and Woodland Farm.
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Slow Food Bluegrass will play a major role in the annual Festival of Faiths celebration, scheduled from November 3 to 9 and themed “Sacred Soil.” The chapter is staging a series of panels, open discussions and speakers, as well as a local food lunch with food activist and MacArthur “Genius Grant” recipient Will Allen, a “Battle of the Biscuits” and a “Down n’ Dirty” fundraiser to benefit Breaking New Grounds, a nonprofit dedicated to creating jobs through sustainable urban agriculture and turning “waste into wealth” in Louisville. For information about Slow Food Bluegrass, visit slowfoodbluegrass.org. For a complete calendar and information about the Festival of Faiths visit festivaloffaiths.org or call 502.583.3100. sl
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City Chic
Harriet Treitz of the Lee W. Robinson Company relishes the chance to design “outside the box” for a downtown pied-à-terre Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Stephen Driver
Although Ashland, Kentucky, is their home base, Dr. Glenn and Kelly Spradlin’s connections to Louisville run deep: Kelly grew up in Louisville and met Glenn as a student at the University of Louisville, where they were both on the cheerleading squad. They were elated when their eldest daughter Katy chose their alma mater and saw it as a perfect opportunity to set up a home for her that could serve as their pied-à-terre when they come to Louisville, which is frequent, as they attend all of the Cards home football and basketball games. Katy discovered the Fleur de Lis development just after construction had commenced. “We grew up staying with my grandparents when coming to Louisville, and mom and dad decided it was a good time to buy a place of their own,” said Katy. The advantageous Main Street location and the growth potential along this corridor, including the new arena, were all factors in their decision. Having lived and frequently 94 slmag.net
entertained in the space for just over a year, they could not be more pleased. When touring the model one afternoon with Phil Scherer, the Spradlin’s were introduced to Harriet Treitz, an interior designer with the Lee W. Robinson Company, who was hard at work decorating the two-story model unit. It did not take long for them to hit it off, with Treitz not only serving as their interior designer, but also becoming a good friend in the process. “Harriet has been a huge help with decorating our place. She is very talented, creative and driven,” said Kelly. For her part, Treitz was thrilled with the opportunity to do a project outside her typical scope of work. “I get lots of work that falls within the realm of the traditional, and I got to step out of that for this project,” she said. Describing the interior as “classical contemporary,” Treitz synergized the unit’s modern styling, which includes a two story wall of
The living room, kitchen and eating area function as a cohesive space. Interior designer Harriet Treitz had to search far and wide for the swivel bar stools placed at the kitchen island that have been upholstered with a raised chevron pattern in burnt sienna over taupe silk.
windows in the living room, with the energy of downtown living to create an eclectic, vibrant home. Just inside the front door, one is met with an impressive view from the aforementioned windows. Oversized koi fish seem poised to jump out from the lively metallic wall covering in the powder room. Asian inspired accessories complete the look. Just beyond, a contemporary take on a classic pediment mirror hangs above a dark wood sideboard, whose Chippendale-like pattern is replicated on the backs of the dining chairs that surround a drum table base with a glass top. A Stark rug over the blonde natural bamboo flooring anchors the seating area in the living room, which includes a low black leather sectional. The square chrome and glass coffee table mimics the shape of the windows as well as the glass and metal stair and balcony railing custom fabricated by Kentucky Mirror and Plate Glass.
A Stark rug over the blonde, natural bamboo flooring anchors the seating area in the living room, which includes a low black leather sectional. The square chrome and glass coffee table mimics the shape of the windows, as well as the glass and metal stair and balcony railing custom-fabricated by Kentucky Mirror and Plate Glass. Kelly has a penchant for warm tones, which is expressed in the hues of the slim polished glass tiles that accent the backsplash in the compact kitchen. The space boasts stainless appliances, mocha-colored cabinetry and black granite countertops. Due to a unique height requirement, Treitz had to search far and wide for the attractive swivel bar stools that have been upholstered with a raised chevron pattern in burnt sienna over taupe silk. While Kelly loves warm colors, she did want to mix in some cooler ones as well, which Treitz did in each of the
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opposite top: Cool colors in the first floor bedroom suite are in contrast to the warm tones found in the other living areas. A satin valance atop the contemporary dandelion print drapery and mirrored side tables add a bit of drama.
above: A Stark rug over the blonde, natural bamboo flooring anchors the seating area in the living room.
opposite bottom: Oversized koi fish seem poised to jump out from the lively metallic wall covering in the powder room.
bedrooms, one on each of the floors. Kelly and Glen use the first floor suite when they are in town. For one of the walls that forms the closet and is visible from the hallway, Treitz chose a quadrant of art prints mounted in acrylic and hung in a vertical row. Both the panel canopy bed and bachelor’s chest have a warm cocoa finish. A satin valance atop the contemporary dandelion print drapery, an assemblage of mirrors arranged on the wall above the chest and mirrored side tables add a bit of drama. Iridescence is also present in the bathroom via the Osborne and Little wall covering. Overlooking the living room, a comfortable family room on the second floor is Katy’s preferred spot for lounging. The room’s furnishings and accessories are very textural, from the large square ottoman/coffee table upholstered with copper-color snakeskin printed leather, to the pair of zebra-print armchairs.
A bonus room dubbed “the U of L room,” due to its red and black abstract print drapery and red corduroy sleeper sofa, serves primarily as the sleeping quarters for Katy’s dog Jasper but can be called into service as a guest room when needed. The walls in Katy’s second floor bedroom are a soothing cool blue. A youthful chinoiserie toile in blue and bright pink was chosen for the drapery. An artful arrangement of ceramic flowers hangs on the wall above the headboard. Similarly youthful is the graphic wallcovering and unique shower curtain in the tall-ceilinged bath that calls to mind a circus tent. Thrilled that basketball season is nigh, the homeowners are looking forward to the short walk to the new arena, as well as having a unique perspective of downtown’s renaissance from their balcony. sl
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Entertaining is part of the fun of living in Old Louisville Written by Bridget Williams Photography by Eric Williams
Participation in a Holiday open house provided an ideal opportunity for a whimsical expression of the homeowners' affinity for monkeys.
Residents of historic St. James Court are arguably the biggest cheerleaders for living in Old Louisville; among them, Keith Simon and Todd McGill are perhaps the most enthusiastic. They graciously welcome guests to their third floor condominium in the St. James Flats – directly across from the court’s famous fountain – for frequent neighborhood get-togethers and the occasional public tour, such as last year’s Old Louisville Holiday House Tour. Simon and McGill have disparate design sensibilities: Simon prefers clean lines, minimal clutter and natural elements, while McGill leans toward the eccentric and favors the use of pattern and color (and incorporating a monkey into each room). “Our friends used the term ‘kukamonga’ to describe the mishmash of styles in our previous residence,” said Simon. Their current home represents a harmonious melding of their tastes. Simon added, “Everyone that knows us is shocked because they can’t tell who did what.”
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A riot of Carnivale-style garland adorned the doorway to the family room. Displayed gallery style above the wainscoting is a series of black and white photographs of architectural elements in the neighborhood taken by the homeowner.
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opposite top: French doors in the parlor open to a balcony with an enviable view of the neighborhood. The homeowners selected traditional Holiday trimmings to suit the room's formality. opposite bottom: In the family room, visions of sugar plums and other candies drip from the sideboard, light fixture and a pair of Christmas trees.
A long hall runs the length of the condo. Displayed gallery style above the wainscoting is a series of black and white photographs of architectural elements in the neighborhood taken by Simon. On the opposite wall is an assemblage of antique mirrors that temper the contemporary feel of the images they reflect. Halfway down the space is a narrow sideboard that was purchased in Cincinnati. French doors in the parlor open to a balcony with an enviable view of the neighborhood. An exquisite piece of Vietnamese art rendered in silk and hung above the sofa was found at an antique dealer in the neighborhood and complements other chinoiserie accents in the room. A full bath separates the bedroom from the office. Dominating the latter is a Veuve Amiot print by Leonetto Cappiello. Furnishings are painted wood with a distressed black finish. The long hallway terminates at the combination family/dining room. “This is where we live the most,” said McGill. The walls are painted a sprightly spring green. Hanging near the dining table is a black and white photograph of the building from 1912, shortly after it had caught on fire. While the existing kitchen cabinets were given new life by Simon, via an antiqued faux paint treatment, everything else was updated. Slate floors, black granite countertops, a tumbled limestone backsplash and new appliances lend modern sensibility with a rustic edge. When it came time to decorate for the holidays, the duo were free to let their imaginations run wild. In the parlor, traditional plaid was a fitting choice to coordinate with existing touches of Chinese red. A reindeer theme was ideally suited for the cool blue walls in the bedroom. McGill’s affinity for monkeys was celebrated in the office, where sock monkeys dangled from the light fixture and cavorted on the Christmas tree. A riot of Carnivale-style garland adorned the doorway to the family room, where visions of sugar plums and other candies dripped from the sideboard, light fixture and a pair of Christmas trees. In the kitchen, a slim tree in a basket and the light fixture were dressed with traditional glass ball and faux sugared fruit ornaments. Always generous with their time and talents when it comes to celebrating their close-knit community, the duo recently lent their culinary expertise and their home to help produce and promote A Feast for the Eyes: Recipes from America’s Grandest Victorian Neighborhood. Produced by the Old Louisville Chamber of Commerce and authored by David Dominé, the book features several of Simon’s recipes, including a refreshing bourbon mint punch. No doubt a glass or two has been raised among friends to toast the perks of living in Old Louisville. sl
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Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games Photography by Tony Bailey At the opening ceremonies of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, FEI President HRH Princess Haya commented, “For the first time, the World Equestrian Games have crossed an ocean to bring the best of our sport to another continent. We are witnessing a new beginning that will help spread the magic of horse sport and inspire young equestrian athletes to aim for the top.” From that moment on, the horse world’s eye were on Lexington for the 16 days of competition comprised of eight disciplines designed to test horse and rider. Highlights of the competition included: Edward Gal (NED), who became a three-time world champion in eventing following a 91.8 test on the famed Moorlands Totilas, propelled the Dutch team to its first gold medal win at the Dressage World Championships. Germany took the bronze, making it Germany’s first gold medal loss since 1970 when victory was snatched by Russia. A record 27 nations were in contention for the Jumping World Championships, in which Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum cleared the Alltech Fence and made a clean run for a German team gold. The very first para-dressage medals in WEG history were awarded, with Hannelore Brenner of Germany and Sophie Wells of Great Britain earning the gold. The United States captured both gold and silver individual medals in the Reining World Championships. Having given birth to daughter Maria just seven weeks prior, Maria Mercedes Alvarez Ponton (ESP) took the individual first
place in the Endurance World Championships. HE Sheikh Hamdan joined with HE Sheikh Majid Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum and Sheikh Rashid Dalmook Al Maktoum to capture the team gold medal for the United Arab Emirates with a combined total riding time of 23:56:36. Shawn Flarida (USA) took the individual first place ranking on RC Fancy Step at the Reining World Championships and the USA team claimed its third straight gold medal, this time on home turf. Team USA pulled out a come-from-behind victory over Germany to take gold in Vaulting World Championships. Boyd Exell of Australian won individual gold in Driving World Championships – the first Aussie to do so. After 115 jumps spread out over five days of competition on six different courses Belgium’s Philippe Le Jeune earned the gold medal in the Show Jumping World Championships. Le Jeune was the only rider to finish with 0 faults in the final four rounds.
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Outside the show ring, WEG attendees and competitors enjoyed perusing the Trade Show, the Equine Village and the Kentucky Experience, an interactive walking exhibit with 25,000 square feet of exhibits, displays, products, entertainment, food and art from throughout Kentucky. The James Beard Foundation partnered with the Kentucky Horse Park Foundation and the Alltech FEI 2010 World Equestrian Games for the highly popular Cookin’ in the Bluegrass: A Celebrity Chef Dinner Series, held on-site at the Kentucky Horse Park. Sponsored by the Kentucky Proud Program, each dinner featured a host of Kentucky-made or – grown food products prepared by two celebrity chefs, many of whom are James Beard Award winners, and one local or Kentucky-based chef cooking side-by-side. Bolstered by several sold-out rounds of competition in reining, vaulting, dressage and para dressage, total attendance at the WEG eclipsed a half a million, with an average daily attendance of 25,000-35,000 throughout the event. “The Games legacy will be the talk about the 16 most colorful days in Lexington history,” said Dr. Pearse Lyons, Alltech President and Founder. “It’s changed the way people look at Kentucky. As far as business, it has been a resounding success. We want to continue our involvement with the sport.” The impact of the games on Lexington will continue, explained John Long, CEO United States Equestrian Federation and Board Chairman of the World Games 2010 Foundation. “There has been $100M invested into the Horse Park. The Alltech Arena has 35 new competitions and horse shows that were at other venues and now will relocate here. We have new infrastructure such as asphalt and fencing, most that had been here for decades.” Princess Haya concurred with the significance of the improvements and added, “This is one of the first World Games that has made improvements to the community, like public transportation and efforts like the legacy trail and events downtown.” “The face that Kentucky has shown over the 16 days has been beyond my expectations. I have a great sense of pride for what we have done here,” said Long. View additional photos at facebook.com/SophisticatedLiving. sl
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100 Paintings/100 Parties
For a second year, the Speed Art Museum’s Patron Circle membership simultaneously hosted dinner parties around Louisville to introduce their guests to the Patron level of museum support. Each host chose a piece of artwork from the museum’s collection and incorporated it into their party’s theme. At 9pm, more than 500 hosts and their guests adjourned to The Speed for “Find Me at the Afterparty,” an edgy event that featured hip-hop dancers and live entertainment from DJ Irie of Miami, the official DJ to Jamie Foxx and the 2006 NBA World Champion Miami Heat.
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Best Buddies
Bluegrass Audi hosted the kick-off party for the Champion of the Year Campaign to benefit Best Buddies, an organization that helps people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. More than 125 people gathered to cheer on Tiffany Cardwell, Dr. Barry Ceridan, Tracey Damron, Kelly Henry, Jim Masters, Bryan Miller, Dr. Mark Perelmuter and Nicholas Phelps, as they begin their twomonth fundraising competition to raise funds in honor of Buddy Heroes Daniel Noltemeyer and Rachel Yussman. Their efforts will culminate with an awards ceremony celebration on November 18.
Photography by Chad Henle
Eric Weining, Jacque Ramsey, Jim Haynes
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Jennifer Griffin, Tammy Moloy, Kelly Heary
Lorie Marcum, Sue Woods, Carol Timmons, Winnie Chen, Tiffany & Haley Cardwell
Katie Flerlage, Daneil Noltemeyer
Brandon Terrell, Pascale Cross
Ron & Jen Allen, Mike Maloy
Andrew Phelps, Ryan Biscopink, Taylor Gerlach, Nick Phelps
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Big Blue Homecoming
Karen & Todd Blue co-hosted a cocktail reception at their home with Ellen & John Calipari following the UK/UofL football game to celebrate Kenny & Michelle Payne’s return to the Commonwealth and Kenny’s hiring as UK’s assistant basketball coach. A native of Laurel, Mississippi, Kenny was a member of the Cardinal’s 1986 NCAA championship team and played four seasons in the NBA with the Philadelphia 76ers. Prior to his hiring at UK, he was an assistant at the University of Oregon.
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Todd & Karen Blue, Michelle & Kenny Payne
Kevin & Antoinette Cogan
Ron Wolz, David Beuligmann
Beth Scinta, Janie Ferguson, Anne Collins
Marilyn Collis-Sexton, Kim Strong, Amy Lapinski
Amy Trager, John Calipari, Steve Trager
Melanie Beeler, Teri & Darryl Isaacs
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Dancing By the River
Regional conservation and preservation leader and author Sallie Bingham received River Fields' 2010 "Land Hero" award at the organization's annual "Dancing by the River" event, held in an elegant, tented field in the heart of Metro Louisville's only state-designated Scenic Corridor, at the corner of River Road and Lime Kiln Lane, directly across from Goose Creek.
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Hope & Mathew Gardiner, Lucie Blodgett
Judy Miller, Laura Lee Brown, Gray Henry, Lucie Blodgett
Hunter Lewis, Susane Galandnik, Dr. Hiram C. Polk Jr., Neville Blakemore Jr.
Dr. Keith Auerbach & Pumpkin Auerbach
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Dr. Allan Lansing, Inez Segell
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21c Museum Hotel hosted an opening reception for speakers, sponsors, Insider/ All-Access Pass holders and Thrivals 3.0 Pass holders in attendance at the 2010 Idea Festival.
Photography by Chad Henle
Jean Bystedt, Bearnie Novgorodoff
Kyle Underwood, Kameryn Lehing
Pam Meriwether, Alicia Heazlitt
Gregg & Lesa Seibert
Kent Oyeler, Bart Perkins
Larry Shapin, Craig Pishotti, Dr. Keith Auerbach
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Craig Pishotti, Greg Fischer
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Italy under the Stars
Bill and Barbara Juckett, co-chairs of the 2010 Italy Under the Stars event, described the unique alfresco setting of the authentic Italian feat as “magical”. The evening began inside the elegant L’Orangerie in Glenview with music, wine, antipasti and a silent auction, which included a carefully curated selection of wines. Revelers then meandered outside for dinner, a lively live auction and a traditional Italian dessert. Proceeds benefit the new Italian Cultural Institute’s Student/Artisan Scholarship/Grants Program.
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Marilynn Meridith, Thomson Smillie
Barbara Juckett & Susan Kuhlman
Mark Thomson, Diane Comer
Paul Paletti, Renee Murphy
Karen & Paul Casi
John & Janet Conti, Linda & Ben Jackson
Christy & Fritz Kramer
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Nature’s Night
Organic wine, a local farm dinner by Wiltshire Pantry and Ashbourne Farms, music by Hog Operation and special guest Joan Shelly were all part of a special celebration held at idyllic Ashbourne Farms to celebrate and support the conservation work of The Nature Conservancy.
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Chambers & Jim Moore, John & Dana Davids, Lisa Holt, Susan Lavin, Ben Holt
Amy Spears, Amy Lavin, Dace Maki, Betsy Lavin
Elizabeth Mays, Layla Musselman, Sofia Rucker
Lee Middendorf, Catherine Fogarty, Heather Varda
Nell Bradley, Betsy Wall
Mac & Ina Bond, King Stubbs
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Novus Ordo Launch
Friends and fellow oenophiles R. Cary Capparelli, Miguel Giordano, and Louisville native George Frazier hosted a wine tasting event at 21c Museum Hotel to debut their 2008 Novus Ordo Malbec, direct from their Novus Ordo Vineyards and Winery in Argentina.
Photography by Chad Henle
Gisseppe Franceschini, George Frazier
Frank Hower, Sandra Frazier
Justin Siegel, Brook Burnette
Cynthia Stewart, Tim Martin, Laurn & Jan DeBeer
Jennifer & Brian Berg
Lou Newman, Matt Mershon, Carol Hensley
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Pink Tie Ball
“Fight Like a Girl� was the theme of the 210 Pink Tie Ball and a boxing ring once used in practice by Muhammad Ali was an apropos centerpiece for the ballroom. Organized by the Louisville chapter of Susan G. Komen for the Cure and chaired by Deborah Greenwald, the event, in addition to raising money for local breast cancer projects, celebrated breast cancer survivorship. Jessica Moore chaired the return of the popular Pink Tie Lounge, geared for young professionals.
Photography by Chad Henle
Cheryl Baker, Linda Goss, Lisa Cofer
Bart, Walker & Deborah Greenwald
Mayor Jerry & Madeline Abramson
Glenda Ford, John Masick
Rachel & Sammy Kudmani
Lee Robinson, Sug & Dan Schusterman, Babs Robinson
John, Cindy & Mattie Borders, Ellie, Evan & Sherrie Comer
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Sandy & Art McLaughlin
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Evening of Italian Luxury
Rodes For Him & For Her and the Italian Trade Commission hosted an “Evening of Italian Luxury” at their Brownsboro Road atelier. The evening encompassed fine Italian apparel, cuisine from Porcini’s, wine, and a special performance by Kentucky Opera Soprano Emily Albrink, accompanied by Nancy Albrink on piano.
Photography by Chad Henle
Jim Murphy, Michael Tierney, Howard Vogt
Beth Javier, Dana Gregory, Jane & Steve Shapiro, Jim Porter
Barbara Juckett, Jim & Jamie Broome
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Rhonda Jo Carter, Rosemary Hocker
Mary Phil Bisig, Steve Dreisbach
Stephanie Altobellis, Beck Terry
Barbara Juckett, Katie & Deb Murphy
Julie Middleton, Inge Hurst
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Tammy Gatlin, Leah Eggers, Lori Echol, Sarah Provancher
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Lose Your Heart to Art
Larry Shapin and Ladonna Nicolas hosted “Lose Your Heart to Art�, an art centric dinner party to benefit the Louisville Orchestra Association. Following a champagne art tour featuring the works of more than 80 local artists including pieces created specifically for the event, guests were treated to a poolside Mediterranean dinner buffet, followed by an orchestra quartet performance of contemporary music and Mozart featuring Andrea Levine, the Louisville Orchestra's enormously talented principal clarinetist and Jack Griffon, principal violinist.
Photography by Chad Henle
Dr. Patricia Tucker, Glenn Pitchford, Bobbi Leslie
Pat & Bill Wetherton. Deanna Helleringer, Lavon Nichols
Mary Goodwim, Carrie Barlow
Ernest Sampson, Kelley Carson
Larry Shapin and Ladonna Nicolas
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Jeanne James, Dennis Hesthaven
Nancy Laird , Bryce Hydson
Elizabeth & Guy Montgomery
Bryce Hudson, Valerie Sullivan-Fuchs, Russell Hulsey, Shelly Hora, Nico Jorcino, J.B. Wilson
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St. James Gala
For the third annual St. James Court Art Show Gala, organizers chose to celebrate the 100th anniversary of The Cabbage Patch Settlement House by directing all proceeds from the tented event, held on the Court, to benefit the work of the Cabbage Patch.
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Monica Rundell, Todd Rollo, Mark & Karen Macaller
Sam & Nancy Alvey, Margue & Stuart Esrock
Marita Willis, Ratonya Friedman
Sandy Richardson, Don Keeling, Donna Sanders
Doreen & Mike DeHart
Jim & Marybeth Beard, Tracy Holladay
Tom Hutchinson, Josh Hayes, Jessica Starost, Robert Kaplan
Brian Breunderman, Kristen Miller
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Benefit Polo Match
The Brownsboro Conservation Council hosted a benefit polo match at Hardscuffle Farm followed by a performance by the Vinyl Kings to raise funds to support their efforts to encourage development that preserves the rural and agricultural character of Oldham County for all to enjoy.
Helen Helton, Robin & Jackie Lamastus, Kerry DeMuth
Julie Poches, Paige Clemens, Eunice Blocker, Ruth Clemens, & Chaucher
Julie Ensor, Ryan Cox, Bailey Strause, Sarah Willoughby, Liam Cox, Michelle Strause
Nick Nahovniak, Torri Broadus, Nancy Dillman, Sam Conner, Hanley Broadus, Valerie Nahovniak, Annette Adams, Barrie Conner, Terry Adams
Bill Blocker, Trish & Andrew Fleischman, Josie & Buck Wiesman, Laura Jones
Peter Williams
Lisa Ahearn, Joanne Hurst, Ellana Bessen
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Tim Furlong, Erika Ross
Dr. Matthew & Ellana Bessen
Ben Small & Michael Judd
Amy and Dan Cimba
Janice Carter Levitch, Stephen Lewis. Dakota Willimon, Douglas Riddle, Amy Cimba, Jeffrey Livesay
John Stutts, Dakota Willimon, Cary Ricketts, Lany & Zan Wilson
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Fashion in the Village
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Fashionistas lined the runway set up in the heart of Westport Village for the first Fashion in the Village Event to benefit the Kenneth Black Culinary Scholarship Fund. Following the show, participating boutiques offered extended hours and special promotions for attendees.
Colleen & Todd Underhill
Jane Booker, Libby Rush
Angela Horn, Natalie Kukla
Becky Switzer, Susan Lowrey
Liz Morris, Susan Krekel, Molly Dreveny
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Meg Lavin, Catherine Pasion, Mariel Spears
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“With so much to lose, they were my only hope.” “In a flash, my life was almost over. At 35, I was having a stroke, and my only hope of survival was at the University of Louisville Hospital’s Stroke Center. Because of their dedicated teams of experts who specialize in strokes of all kinds, they saved my life that day.” “I’m also thankful to my local hospital who knew the severity of my condition and transported me to University of Louisville Hospital. And, I am eternally grateful to the incredible stroke team that saved my life.” “Where you go for treatment really does make a difference, for you and your family.” Andrew Fisher - Indiana
University of Louisville Hospital Stroke Center • First certified stroke center in Kentucky • First hospital in Kentucky to utilize the advanced neurointerventional technique of blood clot removal using a suction device, thus increasing the chances of reversing the effects of stroke • Involved in multiple leading-edge clinical trials • University Hospital’s Stroke Team administered IV-tPA, a clot-busting drug, to 15% of ischemic stroke patients in 2009, nearly three times the national average • Partners with hospitals throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana to help diagnose and treat stroke in an effort to save more lives www.uoflhealthcare.org
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Boots, Badges & Bids
Fleur de Lis farm was the site of the 4th annual Boots, Badges & Bids dinner and auction to benefit the Louisville Metro Police Foundation. The Police Foundation was founded in 2005 to support LMPD and its 1,500 officers and staff by providing much-needed financial resources beyond what the Police Department’s Louisville Metro Government budget can fund.
Photography by Tim Furlong Jr.
Mayor Jerry & Madeline Abrahmson, Michelle Wheeler, Michael Hoolahan
Chuck Minors, Mark Manning, Tony Scott
Jan & David Nicklies
Dr. Adwale & Denise Troutman, Chief Robert White
Lisa Walker, Kim Casaburo
Terri Meiners, Kevin Harned
Patrick Wesley, Steven Jones, Jason Moseley, Corey Heim
Marilyn & Powell Taylor, John & Cathy Yarmuth
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Gratitude never gets old. There’s no place like our Home.
In December 2010, Masonic Home of Louisville will open the 180,000 square foot Sam Swope Care Center. Offering Nursing Care, Short-Stay Respite and Recovery Care, Memory Care, Rehab therapies and Kidney Dialysis Services, our Care Center will provide the quality services you’ve come to expect from us, all in an exceptional new building. Thank you, Mr. Swope, for your generosity. And thanks to everyone whose support makes us proud to say, “There’s no place like our Home.”
Masonic Home of Louisville • 3701 Frankfort Avenue • 502.897.4907 • 1.866.764.6631 • masonichomesky.com Masonic Home of Louisville does not discriminate against any applicant based on race, creed, national origin, sex, disability or affiliation.
New Sam Swope Care Center opens December 2010.
Crystal Boots & Silver Spurs Gala
A first time event, the National MS Society, Kentucky-Southeast Indiana Chapter hosted the Crystal Boots & Silver Spurs Gala at the hilltop estate of MS Society board members Vic and Jeannie Unruh. Jeannie lives with MS and is dedicated to bringing awareness to the disease. The event encompassed a cigar and bourbon lounge, wine and martini bar, Judith Ripka Jewelry bar, live auction, live performances from the Artie Dean Harris Band, child star Matthew Pinkham, and former Oak Ridge Boy, David Smith and his wife, Carrie Smith.
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Dia Thompson, Megan Dohn, Natasha Morris
Kris Julius, Allison havens, Leaha Shaughnessy
Danielle & Josh Koerber, Michelle & Tony Libs
Maria Unruh, Brooks & Susan Phillips
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Jeannie Unruh
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Doctor’s Ball
Each fall for the past 15 years, more than 750 people gather for the Doctor’s Ball to celebrate medical breakthroughs, leading edge research and outstanding patient care in Kentuckiana. Harry and Judy Shapira, Tom and Chris Hirsch and Mark Eliason served as event co-chairs. Proceeds benefit the Jewish Hospital & St. Mary's Foundation, which invests in outstanding patient care facilities and services, the education of health caregivers, advanced clinical research and improved access to quality medical care.
Dr. Alvin Martin, Dr. Mary Helen Davis
Marty & Lisa Bonick
Nancy Laird, Richard Schutz, David Laird
Katy Gagnon, Dr. Jim Ketterhagen
Theo Mallas, Mark Eliason, Karen & Paul Casi
Diane Glaser-Kleier & Gary Kleier
Ron & Hulyn Farr
Sonny & Barbara Altman, Martha & Barth Weinberg
Janice James, Robert Clarke
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Ribbon Cutting
Kelley Construction celebrated the completion of their new corporate headquarters in Lake Station Place with a ribbon cutting ceremony and cocktail reception.
Photography by Chad Henle
Rob Donhoff, Joe Kelley, John Hollenbach
Daryl Snyder, Scott Sageser, Jason Fischer, Brendan McKenzie
Marty Willinger, Steve McCarthy, Mike Meurer, Will Roberts, Missy Hall
Ben & Heather Hill
Julie Kelley, Teresa Kelley, Janie Dawson
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Signature Celebration
Underhill Associates hosted a cocktail reception to herald the opening of the Signature Point Luxury Townhouses in the Signature Point development located off English Station Road across from Lake Forest. Property tours were accompanied by appetizers from Napa River Grill and wine from Westport Whiskey & Wine.
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Betsy Ferritto, Debie Eberenz, Natalie Underhill
Malinda Denny, Michael Schroering, Jodi Hahn
Merdith Lavin, Jordan Underhill
Jane Sexton, Craig Shreve
Natalie Underhill, Julia Smith
Cheryl Stafford, Art Mengle
Matt Willinger, Jennifer Cornwall
Colleen, Channing, Todd, Meredith, Jordan & Natalie Underhill
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Properties for Rent Greenbriar Sporting Club
• Architectural design features an open floor plan with classic oak hardwoods and beautiful tile flooring throughout. • An absolutely stunning kitchen features a convenient center island, Kohler fixtures, Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, “Under Cabinet Lighting” and of course, granite countertops. • Take in year-round views of the Alleghny Mountains and Howard’s Creek from the rocking-chair front porch or the peaceful, screened-inback porch. • Sturdy construction is highlighted by Western Red Cedar siding complimented by a classic shake roof.
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reath taking mountain and water views only steps away from fishing and the Greenbrier resort. An adorable 3 Bedroom, 3.5 Bathroom Howard’s Creek hideaway with plenty of room and convenient access to all the services and amenities offered by the Greenbrier Resort, The Greenbrier Sporting Club is a private, residential sporting community and club on the 6,500-acre grounds of the legendary Greenbrier.
• Enjoy fishing mere steps away from your new home in Howard’s Creek or take a short walk to the Greenbrier resort for a full range of activities and amenities at America’s oldest private club. • Spacious home featuring 3,165 square feet built on a large lot, 0.578 acres.
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Design Elements Stacked Stone Fireplaces Hardwood Flooring Stainless Steel Appliances Granite Countertops & Custom Cabinetry Large Covered Decks Exterior Fireplace Large Master Suite Trillium Links & Lake Club Amenities Direct Lake Access/Boats/Boat Docks Landings Restaurant and Pavilion & The Clubhouse 18-Hole Championship Golf Course Tennis, Fitness Center, & Spa at Apple Orchard Park Outdoor Pool/Hot Tub Hiking/Mountain Biking/Horseback Riding Camp Trillium & Adventure Club
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KFC Yum! Center Opening
The excitement was palpable as the who’s who of Louisville strolled the red carpet and into the new KFC Yum! Center. Following dinner, musicians from the Louisville Orchestra took to the court for a gala performance. Proceeds from the event benefit downtown performing arts organizations through the Fund for the Arts.
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Brad & Judge Jennifer Bryant-Wilcox
Major General Ed & Carol Tonini
Ned Bass, Jane Burwell
Tony & Anne Lindauer, Bernadette & Ed Hamilton
Dennis Hesthaven & Jeanne James
Tracy Blue, Karen Blue, Antoinette Cogan
Clarence Moore, Natalie Daniels, Lynn Moore, Darrell Griffith
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Ben & Linda Jackson
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