Nfocus Louisville – March 2014 by FW Publishing

L O U I S V I L L E MARCH 2014

Imagine! Carnevale, Lobster Feast, Heart Ball, and more!

Butterfly Society President

Deborah Greenwald Preview

The Julep Ball

Cover_March_1.indd 1

2/26/14 2:00 PM

Nearby, a different world Two Grand Hotels ∙ Championship Golf Courses ∙ World-Class Spas Vegas-Style Casino ∙ Headline Entertainment ∙ Dining ∙ KidsFest ∙ Conference Center For more information and to book your package, visit frenchlick.com or call 888-936-9360.

56 >> MARCH 2014 | nfocuslouisville.com LNF_03-14.indd 56

2/26/14 2:49 PM

When I walked in the door (Sam Swope Honda World) I was greeted warmly by a Senior Sales Consultant. It was clear that she knew her ‘stuff’ as she made suggestions and listened to my needs. There was no pressure during our chat. The test drive confirmed my choice of the CRV. I love it! The sale/paper work was handled privately and efficiently. Again, any questions or concerns were answered thoughtfully. I have had two routine service visits. My Service Advisor was very pleasant. I was confident that she would see that everything was done well and in a timely manner. A very happy car buying experience! It has been a year since I purchased my Honda CRV….I still love it!!! Jinks Miles

SamSwope.com | I-64 & S. Hurstbourne Pkwy. | Louisville, KY 40299 | 502-499-5000

nfocuslouisville.com

LNF_03-14.indd 1

| MARCH 2014 <<

1 2/26/14 2:26 PM

Contents March 2014 | Vol. iv, No. 10

parties

The Opera’s Carnevale

Wanna Play?

features

Fashion

Science with a Twist

Model Behavior

Imagine!

umana Festival of H New American Plays

Shakespeare in Love

Aloha from Actors!

They Had a Ball!

Heart Ball

From Verona with Love

St. Francis School Art Auction

Younger Woman’s Club 60th Annual Charity Ball

A Venetian Carnival

Deborah Greenwald

riving Innovation, from Main D Street to the World Stage

departments

Editor’s Letter

Food and Wine

Chat with the Chair

Corporate Spotlight

An Evening of Rhyme & Roses

Lobster Feast – Hawaii 5-0

Past Perfect... The Allure of Couture

A Philanthropic City is a Healthy City!

A Chat with Chef John Varanese

Charlie & Lisa Dahlem, The Julep Ball 44

Charity Spotlight

Holly on the Go

On the Circuit

The Scene

Nretrospect

The Center for Women and Families

Derby City Pediatric Dentistry

Spring Fever

AP Louisville, Swashbuckler’s M Ball, Launch at The Brown, Greek Glendi

Calendar of March Events

UofL Homecoming Queen Has Lasting Legacy

40 ON THE COVER Deborah Greenwald photographed by Steve Squall. Creative Direction by Gunnar Deatherage. Makeup by Isidro Valencia. Wardrobe by Dillard’s.

2 >> MARCH 2014 | nfocuslouisville.com Contents.indd 2

2/26/14 2:01 PM

Pam Brooks Laura Snyder editorial associate Josh Miller features editor Tonya Abeln food editor Lincoln Snyder fashion editor Gunnar Deatherage art director Derek Potter production manager Matt Bach graphic designers Katy Barrett-Alley, John Cobb Amy Gomoljak, James Osborne, Christie Passarello contributing photographers Jolea Brown, Franey Miller, Steve Squall circulation manager Chris Sparrow sales and marketing associate Julie Trotter account executives Marsha Blacker, Sarah Conti, Melissa Fallon, Kelley LaBarbera, Laurie Lennon, Taylor Springelmeyer financial accountant Shauna Tolotti group publisher David Brennan publisher editor

SOUTHCOMM

chief executive officer Chris Ferrell chief financial officer Patrick Min chief marketing officer Susan Torregrossa chief technology officer Matt Locke chief operating officer/group publisher Eric Norwood director of digital sales & marketing David Walker controller Todd Patton creative director Heather Pierce director of online content/development Patrick Rains

Nfocus is published monthly by SouthComm. Advertising deadline for the next issue is Wednesday, March 19, 2014. A limited number of free copies, one per reader, are available at select retail establishments, listed on the website: nfocuslouisville.com. First-class subscriptions are available for $48 per year. Send your name and address along with a check to: SHAUNA TOLOTTI, SOUTHCOMM, 301 E. MAIN ST., SUITE 201, LOUISvILLE, KY 40202. For advertising information, call PAM BrOOKS at 895-9770 ExT. 217. Copyright ©2014 SouthComm, LLC.

New Markdowns on Selected Display Pieces!

EDITOR’S LETTER

A Philanthropic City is a Healthy City!

LAURA SNYDER, EDITOR

S ng u

Savi

is proud to once again sponsor The Julep Ball, Louisville’s premier Derby gala, one that unites philanthropy and the health of the city by donating proceeds to the James Graham Brown Cancer Center. Honorary Chairs Charlie and Lisa Dahlem ( featured in Chat with the Chair) were inspired by Charlie’s mother’s model behavior to establish The Debby Dahlem fund to help cancer patients negotiate the rigors of chemotherapy. Debby, the 1949 UofL Homecoming Queen, is also featured in Nretrospect. While we await Derby, we have the Humana Festival of New American Plays (now through April 6) to entertain our imaginations and remind us of the importance of how we represent the world around us. representing Louisville is something Nfocus takes on seriously, creatively and joyously each month!

p to

hen Gunnar and I sat down to plan Deborah Greenwald’s photo shoot, I brought inspiration photos of Lady Mary and statues of Athena from the Louvre. If you know Deborah, you know that her intelligence, manners, wit and beauty are purely classical, which is why my mind went immediately to Ancient Greece and Downton Abbey! The execution is all that I imagined– a beautiful representation of the work Deborah does for Heuser Hearing and Language Academy, Susan G. Komen, and the Center for Interfaith relations. Tonya Abeln’s article “Model Behavior” sets the tone for this issue, which is filled with stories of people in Louisville working for the spiritual and physical health of our city. It’s March, and already we’re all gearing up for Derby and the flood of events that celebrate it. Nfocus

Featuring a wide selection of beautiful, solid-wood, handcrafted furnishings •

AMISH HILLS FINE HANDMADE FURNITURE

1001 Breckenridge Lane Louisville, KY (502) 893-8100

Learn more about us at www.amishhills.com Hours: Mon.- Sat., 10am-7pm; Sun., 1-5pm

After a series of serendipitous events set into motion at a Lobster Feast live auction, Laura found her professional passion as the editor of Nfocus Louisville.

nfocuslouisville.com

LNF_03-14.indd Editors Letter.indd3 3

| MARCH 2014 <<

3 2/27/14 9:47 AM

Becky and Paul Thompson, Kristen Hudson

Leslie Gagnon, Dan lanham

Leslie Buddeke Smart, Bryce Hudson

Heather and Rich Whipple, Joseph Mechavic, Nancy and Duane Schreider, Barry Roth, Ryan Bratcher

Lynnie Meyer, Lori Kay Scott

The Opera’s Carnevale From Verona with Love

ou might have thought you were in Italy on January 25 when the Marriott Downtown was transformed into a veritable Verona, with the ballroom divided between the houses of Capulet and Montague, as the cast of the Kentucky Opera’s Roméo et Juliette performed arias and ensembles throughout the evening. The Opera’s annual Carnevale Gala opened with a grand wine and spirit tasting, along with a variety of silent auction areas, featuring pieces of art, luxury items and travel experiences. “Not only was an Italian villa created for the exceptional performances of the artists, but the entire ballroom was transformed into a festival of romance and pleasure,” shared David Roth, General Director of the Kentucky Opera. “The menu paired food and wine to the five acts of the opera,” continued Roth, “while the evening culminated with an epic dance party in the Lovers Grotto.” Following dinner, a live auction and dream getaway raffle included trips to either Tokyo or London and Paris. “With the Brown-Forman 2014/15 Season, Kentucky Opera launches a new vision for the company that we call A Repertoire Reimagined. For the next five years we will feature new productions of rare works by the master composers, works that have never been produced by Kentucky Opera and new works the speak to the American Experience,” Roth explained. “Beginning with Beethoven’s Fidelio, a classic work by one of the greatest composers which was last seen here in 1984, we will produce for the first time in Kentucky Opera’s history Puccini’s masterwork La Fanciulla des West (The Girl of the Golden West) in a gorgeous new production, and close the season with Andrén Previn’s new opera from Tennessee Williams’ classic American play, A Street Car Named Desire. These works represent our passion and belief that Kentucky Opera should be a destination for opera fans from across the region.” For more information and tickets to the upcoming Kentucky Opera season visit kyopera.org.

Kevin and Jennifer Kramer

Marisa Rowell, Keith Dobson

Sarah Smith, Duane Schreider, Sara Dorman, Heather Price, Heather O’Mara

JOSH MILLER pho t ographs BY JOSH MILLER

4 >> March Opera Carnevale.indd 4

2014

nfocuslouisville.com

Olu and Raymonda Stevens, Melissa and Jeff Calabrese 2/26/14 2:02 PM

Diet and exercise are not always enough...

24-Month No Interest Financing Available For A Limited Time Through Care Credit For Liposuction Surgery* On qualifying purchases of $200 or more made with your CareCredit credit card account. Interest will be charged to your account from the purchase date if the promotional purchase is not paid in full within the promotional period. Fixed monthly payments required until paid in full and based on repayment over 24 months. Required monthly payments may or may not pay off purchase before end of promotional period. *Offer applies only to single-receipt qualifying purchases. No interest will be charged on the promotional purchase if you pay the promotional purchase amount in full within 24 month promotional period. If you do not, interest will be charged on the promotional purchase from the purchase date. If your purchase qualifies for a 24 month promotional offer, fixed monthly payments are required equal to 4.1677% of initial promotional purchase amount until promotion is paid in full. The fixed monthly payment will be rounded up to the next highest whole dollar and may be higher than the minimum payment that would be required if the purchase was a non-promotional purchase. For all other promotional offers, the regular minimum monthly payment terms of the account will apply. Regular account terms apply to non-promotional purchases and, after promotion ends, to promotional balance. For new accounts: Purchase APR is 26.99%; Minimum Interest Charge is $2. Existing cardholders should see their credit card agreement for their applicable terms. Subject to credit approval.

LIPOSUTION INSTITUTE OF LOUISVILLE GARRETT CRABTREE, MD

Call For Your Complimentary Consultation! (502)-245-9191 LNF_03-14.indd 5

nfocuslouisville.com | MARCH 2014 5 www.crabtreemd.com <<

2/26/14 2:28 PM

Mike Benedict, Jessica Alvarado

Mimi Hwang, Jessica Yu

Sterling Lapinski, Katie Lynch, Kyle Archer

Richard and Aubrey Schabowsky, Mona and David Schafer

Katie McQuerry, Barbara James

Wanna Play? Science with a Twist

here’s just something about mini golf in cocktail attire or PB&Js with champagne that sends a thrill like you’re about to get in trouble for something worth getting into trouble over! But it was all fun and games—from old school arcade-style video games to video gaming on the Center’s new 4-story digital screen—at “Science with a Twist,” the Kentucky Science Center’s annual fundraiser in support of early education efforts. Prior to the games, the evening began with a Power Hour Awards reception, sponsored by LG&E and KU, where Christorpher Cprek, Barbara James, and Dr. Lee Todd were honored for their efforts to advance science literacy in Kentucky. Cprek is the founder of LVL1, a 501(c)3 hacker space and Maker community in Louisville that blends engineering and entertainment to help children develop STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) identities. James, a public school teacher, also seeks to blend science, learning and fun. Todd, former University of Kentucky President, is an Electrical Engineering Faculty member who has founded two technology companies based on his research. After Power Hour, the games began, along with a strolling hors d’oeuvres dinner provided by Horseshoe Southern Indiana and music and dancing by DJ Matt Anthony. Sponsor Brown-Forman provided cocktails at the over-21 event and “Tag You’re It” ticket holders enjoyed a VIP lounge throughout the evening. It was all “nanny, nanny boo boo” during LazerTag, and some guests (ah-hem, Mimi Hwang and Jessica Yu) brought some serious style to the chase. While the fun and games were limited to adults at Science with a Twist, the Science Center is working with Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana to realize Cprek’s dream that Makerspaces are available to every student in Louisville with MakerPlace Family Workshops. Participants bring a hackable object from home and transform it into anything from a robotic pet to jewelry. Upcoming workshops will take place March 15, April 5 & 19, and May 17. Visit gskentuckiana.org/Events.aspx to register. Last one in’s a rotten egg!

Elizabeth Rounsavall, Kent Oyler, Joanna Haas

Dawn and Dwight Haygood

Greg Fischer, Alex Gerassimides

LAURA SNYDER pho t ographs BY A LEXA PENCE

6 >> March ScienceWithaTwist.indd 6

2013

nfocuslouisville.com Lewis and Ingrid Gentry

2/26/14 2:02 PM

one Here’s

way to fight cancer. Colon cancer is up to 90% preventable. If you get a screening, you’ve got a very good chance of preventing colon cancer. And the best way to do that? Getting a quick, painless colon cancer screening at a KentuckyOne Health location near you. If you’re over 50 or have a family history of the disease, don’t wait. Call 855.34.KYONE (59663) to schedule a screening colonoscopy at a KentuckyOne Health location near you.

Medical Center Jewish East · Medical Center Jewish South · Jewish Hospital Sts. Mary & Elizabeth Hospital · Premier Surgery Center · Jewish Hospital Shelbyville Flaget Memorial Hospital · University of Louisville Hospital

nfocuslouisville.com

LNF_03-14.indd 7

Pub:

nFocus

| MARCH 2014 <<

Client: KentuckyOne

7 2/26/14 2:28 PM

Colleen Nawab, Becky Irvine, Akbar Nawab

Elijah Bishop, Jeff Franklin, Marilyn and John Werst

Michael Tierney, Betha and Jim Moore

Denise and Shannon Ragland

Imagine! St. Francis School Art Auction

Alexandra Thurstone, Sandy Schreiber

he 18th annual IMAGINE! Art Auction and Scholarship Fundraiser for St. Francis School on January 31 was a fiery night of excitement at the Henry Clay, with 100% of the proceeds going to support the school’s educational scholarships. “Our inspiration for this year’s event was a quote from William Butler Yeats: ‘Education is not the filling of a pail but the lighting of a fire,’” shared Head of School and alumna Alexandra Thurstone. “The event this year was centered around how our faculty can do just that, which makes the IMAGINE! event vital for continuing the school’s scholarship program and fulfilling our mission.” With over 50 participating artists, the auction included work by St. Francis artist-in-residence Gaela Erwin and international photographer Wyatt Gallery. While inspecting art pieces including beautifully handcrafted jewelry and the strokes of oil paint on canvas, guests enjoyed Brown-Forman cocktails and hors d’oeuvres before taking their seats for a decadent meal including satay noodles with scallions, cucumbers and sautéed jumbo shrimp and braised short ribs with wild mushroom hunter sauce and cinnamon ginger carrots. Following dinner, the live auction took the competitive bidding to a new level, with guests driving up the prices on trips to Puerto Rico, Marco Island, Florida, and Santa Fe, New Mexico. Sponsors for IMAGINE! included Presenting Sponsors Brown-Forman and Buffalo Construction, Inc., and Gold Level Sponsors Commonwealth Bank & Trust Company, OB/GYN Associates of Southern Indiana, and the Diaz Family, all of which support St. Francis’ mission to cultivate a joyful, compassionate, intellectual community that celebrates individuality and inspires independent thinking for life. For more information about the progressive learning environment at St. Francis School, where students grow into mindful, informed individuals visit stfrancisschool.org.

Sunana Sohi, Greg Sulkiwski

Gaela Erwin, Luke Johnson

Tony and Latisha Buttler, Elesha and Joshua Toomer

JOSH MILLeR pho t ographs BY JOSH MILLER

8 >> March Imagine.indd 8

2014

nfocuslouisville.com

Daniel Kalif, Tanya Greenberg, Hawell Williams, Charles Dodson 2/26/14 2:03 PM

CUSTOM HAT TRIMMING

EVENT In store March 31st through May 1st Dillard’s Mall St. Matthews

Shown:

Emma B Sinamay profile bow hat in red. $210 Adrianna Papell Sleeveless tea length dress. Magenta, 4-16. $220

Dillard’s is the Official Hat Provider for the Kentucky Derby Festival nfocuslouisville.com

LNF_03-14.indd 9

| MARCH 2014 <<

9 2/26/14 2:28 PM

Jordan and Lenae Price, Natalie Kaelin

Gil Franklin, Hank and Ann Hensley

Ellen Atkins, Teri Allen

Rob Silverthorn, Matt Wallace, Jerry and Joanne Wallace

Emily Digenis, Hunter Sattich

Shakespeare in Love An Evening of Rhyme & Roses

ove scenes and sonnets performed by Kentucky Shakespeare actors filled 21c Museum Hotel on February 1 for an evening of rhyme and roses to benefit the oldest free Shakespeare festival in the country and largest touring arts-education program provider in the Commonwealth. “We’re incredibly grateful for our ‘Shakespeare In Love’ sponsors Brown-Forman and 21c Museum Hotel and all of our supporters who helped to make this event such a wonderful success,” shared Kentucky Shakespeare Producing Artistic Director Matt Wallace. Hors d’oeuvres by Proof on Main abounded as guests enjoyed an open bar provided by Brown-Forman before hitting the dance floor with beats by the Highland Chamber Players and accompanying DJ. “The summer is rapidly approaching and we couldn’t be more excited about our new, expanded summer season,” said Wallace. “We begin rehearsals for A Midsummer Night’s Dream in just under three months. It’s going to be a very special summer…a true Festival.” With eight shows planned for the 2014 Shakespeare in the Park Summer Season, including A Midsummer Night’s Dream opening June 11, Henry V, Hamlet, Love’s Labour’s Lost, As You Like It, King Lear and Women of Will, the 56-performance season will be one you don’t want to miss. Community partners for the upcoming season include Le Petomane Theatre Ensemble, Walden Theatre, Savage Rose Classical Theatre and Shoestring Productions. Free and open to the public, Shakespeare in the Park performances take place at the C. Douglas Ramey Amphitheatre, located on the corner of 4th St. and Magnolia in Frederick Law Olmsted’s Central Park in Old Louisville. For more information on the upcoming season and to learn about Kentucky Shakespeare’s educational programming visit kyshakes.org.

Kartik Kamat, Mera K. Corlett, Mera Corlett, Sarah Johnson, Kevin Corlett

Amy Attaway, David Meyer, Jon Huffman, Cara Hicks

JOSH MILLER pho t ographs BY JOSH MILLER

10 >> March ShakespeareinLove.indd 10

2014

nfocuslouisville.com Caroline and Lachalan McLean, John and Savannah Darr

2/27/14 9:49 AM

Thanks Thanks to our 2013 Chairs:

Jennifer Landrum Elliott

Melissa Hines

Lead Chef Josh Moore

Thanks to our 2013 Honoree:

David L. Dunn, M.D. Ph.D. Executive Vice President for Health Affairs, University of Louisville

Thanks to our 2013 Presenting Sponsors

2013 Signature Chefs Committee:

Becky Becherer, M.D. | Justin Brown | Sherman Brown | Helen Bryant

2013 March of Dimes Ohio Valley Board of Directors:

Phillip Allen

Cecil Brookins

Over 600 Guests | A Record Of Over $330,000 Raised | Among The Top Ten Signature Chefs Events In The US nfocuslouisville.com | MARCH 2014 <<

LNF_03-14.indd 11

2/26/14 2:28 PM

Ryan Coady, Martha and Rick Redman, Lou Ann Atlas

Thomas Portaro, Bella Portaro, Rick Kueber

Ed and Dianne Lee

Kim Jackson, Ken and Carolle Jones Clay

Kevin Troxall, JD Dotson, Kory Kelly, Jon Freels

Les Waters, Jennifer Bielstein

Aloha from Actors! Lobster Feast – Hawaii 5-0

cy sidewalks and frigid temperatures weren’t enough to chill the spirits of Lobster Feast 2014 – Hawaii 5-0 attendees as they arrived at the Marriott Downtown in floral print shirts, hula skirts, sarongs and sandals for the 12th annual Lobster Feast benefiting Actors Theatre of Louisville. Coats were quickly discarded for colorful leis and Herradura margaritas, as Actors Theatre’s Artistic Director Les Waters and Managing Director Jennifer Bielstein greeted guests. “This is our annual affair and we are here to celebrate the past 50 wonderful years of Actors Theatre, and to welcome in another 50 wonderful years,” shared Waters. Before bibbing up for an all-you-can-eat lobster feast, guests floated between silent auction “islands,” with over 100 items displayed on the islands of Kauai, Hawaii, Maui and O’ahu. Lava erupted from the volcano in the center of the stage– directing those still standing to take their seats for the live auction and lobster parade. “Aloha and Mahalo,” said Lobster Feast co-chairs Barbara and Bill Juckett. “We want to thank you all for being here, for enjoying all the lobster you care to eat and for actively bidding to play your part in launching our beloved Actors Theatre into the next 50 years of brilliant, meaningful, thought-provoking theatre.” “We’d like to give a big thanks to our Presenting Sponsor Tequila Herradura,” said Bielstein, “and supporting Sponsors Kindred Healthcare, Republic National Distributing Company of Kentucky, Suntan City and Tafel Motor Company.” Following the feast, actresses Christine, Emily and Dana from the Pirates of Penzance and the Mistress of Ceremonies “Red Lobster” gave a rousing performance that inspired revelers, all decked out in leis, to party on the dance floor until midnight to the music of Hay DJ. With more than 840 guests in attendance, Lobster Feast was able to raise over $410,000 – a record breaking 25% leap from 2013! Thanks to Actors Theatre and the Lobster Feast committee for bringing a little piece of Hawaiian heaven to Louisville for an evening of tropical cocktails, sea fare and celebration of the arts! For more information on Actors Theatre upcoming season including the 38th Humana Festival of New American Plays visit actorstheatre.org.

Mark Boone, Barbara and Bill Juckett, Jeanie Kahnke, Christen Boone

josh miller pho t ographs BY JOSH MILLER

12 >> March LobsterFeast.indd 12

2014

nfocuslouisville.com

Rich Vollmer, Abby Shue, Allison Brown, Theresa and Ben Xxxxxx Reno-Weber 2/26/14 2:03 PM

L O U I S V I L L E

Advertise with

JUNE 2013

Derby Weekend Recap

Lee W. Robinson

Homes of Distinction

and reach over 41,000* readers Nfocus is the best advertising vehicle to reach a certain discerning clientele and sphere of influence, with a Higher than average income and very active social life.

for more info contact:

The Art of Refinement

*per Media Audit

Laser Body Sculpting

.....

Reveal the new you

Pam Brooks at 502-895-9770 ext. 217 or pbrooks@nfocuslouiville.com

See the Light Come to the Source!

Ge G et the the cu currrve ves you ou’ve alway always

wanted wa

Ge G et rid rid of stubbo st ubborn fa ubbo at tha hat rcise an exerrc exe nd he health thy ea e ating ca can’tt r ady to sho Get re how off the body you’v ’ve been n waitting for wai fo

www.brecherslighting.com

Est. 1866

Dr. Lee E. Corbett Board Certified Aesthetic Surgeon 13125 Eastpoint Park 502-721-0330 corbettcosmeticsurgery.com www.kentuckybreast.com

nfocuslouisville.com

| MARCH 2014 <<

Alli Grant, Allison Wintring, Taylor White

Shelly and Alan Kamei

Maggie Hoy, Martin Hall, Brian Vihlidal

Emily Maynard, Natalie Kaelin, Tamara McCormick

They Had a Ball! Younger Woman’s Club 60th Annual Charity Ball

Elizabeth Scott, Karen Casi

et’s Have a Ball was the theme of the Younger Woman’s Club’s 60th annual Charity Ball, held February 8 at the Foundry at Glassworks, and have a ball, they did! “I attend many events and I have to say, YWC presents “Let’s Have a Ball” was a truly fun one, as I promised!” said YWC President Karen Casi. Guests enjoyed hors d’oeuvres, open bar, silent auction, and so much dancing to the music of the band Kudmani that they’ve joined the ranks of Kudmaniacs! They are maniacs for a good cause, as all proceeds of the Charity Ball are allocated, along with proceeds from their other fundraising efforts, to local, non-profit organizations that have applied for a grant and were approved by the YWC’s Charities Group Committee. In 2013, the Club gave more than $61,000 to 17 agencies, including the Heuser Hearing & Language Academy, Schuhmann Social Services Center, Cabbage Patch Settlement House, Family Scholar House, and Center for Women and Families! Dawne Gee was honored as the Younger Woman’s Club 2014 Citizen Laureate at this year’s Ball. Previous recipients of the prestigious Citizen Laureate award are Norton Healthcare’s Lynnie Meyer (2010) and First Lady Jane Beshear (2011). The Younger Woman’s Club of Louisville, a 100% volunteer organization that has been doing good work in our city since 1921, was recently honored with the 2014 Gary Gupton Community Award from Down Syndrome of Louisville for their efforts to improve the lives of people with Down Syndrome. “I am proud of the hard work of all my friends in the Younger Woman’s Club of Louisville,” said Madam President Casi, “Especially our event chairs Sarah Ritter Mitchell and Elizabeth C. Scott, and our auction chair Beckie Riley Ennis. Thank you to all my friends and our community who came out to support us–we had a great time for a terrific cause! Come back next year!”

Hannah Juettner, Sabine Eid

Dawne Gee, Lisa Gittli

Mary Jennings, Kate Jennings

LAURA SNYDER pho t ographs BY A LEXA PENCE

14 >> March

2014

nfocuslouisville.com Ed Webb, Shelley Trager, J.P. Davis, Sandra Trager

YWC.indd 14

2/26/14 2:04 PM

DERBY EVE, MAY 2, 2014

KFC YUM! CENTER DOORS OPEN AT 6:30PM / DINNER 8:00PM / ENDS AT 1:00AM

Conﬁrm your Derby Eve plans with a Julep Ball table on the KFC Yum! Center ﬂoor and prepare to dine on a gourmet feast, dance for hours and help propel the work of the James Graham Brown Cancer Center forward.

SPONSORS | Advanced Cancer Therapeutics, Ashton Advertising, Bob Montgomery Dixie Honda, Boutique Serendipity, Dillard’s, Enterprise, Headz

Salon, Heaven Hill, Hubbuch & Co., InGrid Design, Jaust Consulting Partners, Jefferson County Sheriff’s Ofﬁce, Kroger, Louisville Magazine, Maker’s Mark, Millennium: The Takeda Oncology Company, Morgan Stanley, MPI Printing, Nfocus, Old 502 Winery, Power Creative, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, WHAS11

DANCE

RESERV E Y O U R T IC K E T S T O D AY AT J U L E P B ALL. O R G

THE NIGHT

AWAY

AT THE PARTY WITH A PURPOSE

nfocuslouisville.com

LNF_03-14.indd 15

| MARCH 2014 <<

15 2/26/14 2:29 PM

Kelly Bryant, Ozair Shariff, Vonva Kirby

James Ramsey, Joy and Wes Jackson

Kelli and David Dunn

Cindy and Ray Carcione

Tracy Shacklette, Kailee Wunderlich, Scott and Veronica Wunderlich

Heart Ball A Venetian Carnival David and Leslie Tate

lickering lanterns and jewel toned drapes flanked guests as they arrived for the Heart Ball on February 15 at the Marriott Downtown. Greeters clad in elegant masks and immaculate costumes awaited, offering champagne cocktails to attendees before they became immersed in the silent auction including GE Appliances and bottles of Pappy Van Winkle. “The work of the American Heart Association is critical to fight our community’s number one killer, heart disease,” shared Heart Ball co-chairs Dave and Jamie Calzi. “It is virtually inevitable that nearly everyone here tonight will be affected in some way by heart disease, and that is a trend we want to reverse. Funds raised tonight will be used to support heart and stroke research, public awareness education and advocacy work.” Following cocktails and the silent auction, guests were seated for a hearthealthy meal surrounded by crystal candelabras and plumes of vibrant feathers. “We want to thank all of you for being here tonight and supporting the life-saving mission of the American Heart Association to ‘build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke,’” said Dave and Jamie. “We are overwhelmed by the generous support of the sponsors, donors, friends and family who have aided our efforts.” Some of the generous sponsors for the Heart Ball included the Frazier Family Foundation; Ernst and Young; Neace Lukens; Wellcare; WLKY; Her Scene Magazine; WHAS Radio; IGE Media; and VEST Advertising. This year, the Heart Ball raised $580,000 to support the work done by the American Heart Association. These funds allow the Heart Association to continue investing in state-of-the-art research, healthy legislative policies and teaching communities how to choose healthy living habits to improve both the quality and quantity of life. For more information on the amazing work done by the American Heart Association visit www.heart.org

Jamie and Dave Calzi

Shane and Brittany Patterson

JOSH MILLER pho t ographs BY JOSH MILLER

16 >> March HeartBall.indd 16

2014

nfocuslouisville.com Aneeta Bhatia, Venkat Sharma, Cathy and John Hollander

2/26/14 2:04 PM

GET TOGETHER WITH NEW FRIENDS

5th Annual Ferdinand’s Ball Thursday May 1

AND PARTY TO HELP OLD FRIENDS. CELEBRITY HOSTS AND GUESTS

• PREMIUM OPEN BAR • APPETIZERS AND DESSERTS • PHOTO BOOTH • SILENT AUCTION • LIVE ENTERTAINMENT BY ENDLESS SUMMER BAND • BREATHTAKING VIEWS OF DOWNTOWN AND THE OHIO RIVER • ART CREATED LIVE BY EQUINE ARTIST DONNA BEANSTEIN • VIP GIFT BAGS

TICKETS AND MORE INFORMATION AT FERDINANDSBALL.COM

PRESENTING SPONSOR nfocuslouisville.com

LNF_03-14.indd 17

| MARCH 2014 <<

17 2/26/14 2:29 PM

ut o h t i w d r rwa o f n ne o i u t h r s o f fa a g spendin

4 Easy Ways to Grab a Cab! App: Text GOLOUCAB to 31996 Call: (502) 636-5511 Text: (502) 416-1119 Web: goloucab.com

Hours Mon–Sat 10–5 pm Thurs 10–8 pm 502.895.3711 150 Chenoweth Lane

100 PER TICKET

MEDIA SPONSORS:

18 >> MARCH 2014 | nfocuslouisville.com LNF_03-14.indd 18

2/26/14 4:35 PM

Past Perfect

t h e Allur e of C o u tu re

Vintage 1950s floral chiffon party dress, from Pink Door Boutique. Photography: Franey Miller Creative Direction: Gunnar Deatherage Model: Kaitlin Benedetto (Amax Models Nashville) Hair: Raina Trimble Makeup: Isidro Valencia Wardrobe: Pink Door Boutique

Fashion.indd 19

2/26/14 2:04 PM

Signature party dress by Lela Rose from Pink Door Boutique. Shot on location at The Loft on Spring.

Fashion.indd 20

2/26/14 2:05 PM

March basketball, a big screen TV and a great box of cigars

...NOTHING’S ...NOTHING’S BETTER! BETTER!

Aesthetics Center of Louisville

James R. Wharton, MD Board Certified Dermatologist Cosmetic and Concierge Dermatology

Introducing

The first & only dermal filler FDA approved for the midface (cheeks) to help correct age-related volume loss

Results that last up to 2 years with optimal correction!

J PAUL TUCKER’S OXMOOR SMOKE SHOPPE

Month of March Special Buy 2 syringes and receive 20 units of Botox free!

It’s A Life Style

Call for an appointment!

Located at 7900 Shelbyville Road. Jpaultucker.com. 502.426.4706

www.aestheticscenter.org

(502) 855-6200

e do windows. Providing Louisville with custom window treatments since 1972.

20 OFF* %

New Style ® Hybrid Shutters

Alustra ® Silhouette ® Window Shadings

All Fabrics Expires June 30, 2014

Cadence ® Soft Vertical Blinds

Free Shop • At • Home *Not good on any other offer or previous purchases. 10762_Spindletop_Valeo_NFocus_FINAL.indd 1

LNF_03-14.indd 21

Parkland ™ Classics™

Applause ® Honeycomb Shades

Our Own Workroom and Installers

1064 Bardstown Road | 583-5556 | www.spindletopdraperies.com nfocuslouisville.com

2/19/14 Feb 19 10:29 PM

| MARCH 2014 <<

21 2/26/14 4:35 PM

Vintage party dress by Suzy Perette, vintage 1950s black pillbox hat, from Pink Door Boutique. Shot on location at the Louisville Public Library.

Fashion.indd 22

2/26/14 2:05 PM

Join for $1

find

fit

your

at Milestone

Call 753-7554 Hurry!

offer ends 2/28/14

nfocuslouisville.com

LNF_03-14.indd 23

| MARCH 2014 <<

23 2/26/14 2:30 PM

Vintage 1960s black velvet wiggle dress, vintage blue velvet pill box hat, from Pink Door Boutique.

continued on page 28

Fashion.indd 24

2/26/14 2:18 PM

Designers of fine kitchens and bathrooms. “Rick, your designer was super, she made the whole process enjoyable and my bathroom looks great” - A Recent Customer

We make the process of design and implementation easy and more enjoyable for you. A recognized quality cabinet manufacturer located in E-town, KY ; “If I could pick only one of the qualities that stand out from other manufacturers; it would be the finish” 3730 Lexington Road (Across from the Vogue Center) 502-893-9330 • Follow us on

Art Walks the Runway

Kentucky Museum of Art & Craft 11 April 2014 photographer Clay Cook artist Maui Crane & Raina Trimble model Jacey Galloway

HAUTE COUTURE SPONSOR

PRÊT-À-PORTER

IN-KIND SPONSORS

A LA MODE SPONSORS JOSEPH’S SALON & SPA KENTUCKY PAIN ASSOCIATES FRAN & MATT THORNTON MOLLIE & RON TURNIER

The Kentucky Arts Council, the state arts agency, supports KMAC with state tax dollars and federal funding the National Endowment for the Arts.

COUTURE@KMACMUSEUM.ORG

nfocuslouisville.com

LNF_03-14.indd 25

| MARCH 2014 <<

25 2/26/14 2:30 PM

3803 Brownsboro Road • Louisville, Kentucky 40207 502.899.2129 • lenihansir.com

1707 Magnolia Lane – 3 Acres in Anchorage

6808 Windham Parkway – Prospect

Mary Wiegel Davis, 403.6308 $1,575,000

749 Greenridge Lane – Greenleaves

Judith Glick, 592.6959 $659,000

12400 Lucas Lane – Anchorage Equestrian Center

Miriam Burich, 553.3348 $598,000

Jon Mand, 417.2837 $1,195,000

SOLD

5423 Harbortown Circle – Prospect

Lynette Masterson, 643.4445 $550,000

702 Park Creek Circle – Locust Creek

Terri Bass, 424.8463 $799,000

16821 Mallet Hill Drive – Polo Fields Estates

Melissa Fleck, 767.9901 $645,000

720 Daneshall Drive – Cherokee Gardens

Mary Nancy Chatel, 457.4884 $550,000

View more listings at lenihansir.com 26 >> MARCH 2014 | nfocuslouisville.com LNF_03-14.indd 26

2/26/14 2:31 PM

in Office Sales Volume for Homes above $500,000

in Sales Volume for Homes above $1 Million

in Average Listing Price

in Average Sales Price

Fastest Growing Agency

in Sales Production per Agent*

Highest Priced Home Sales 2010, 2011 & 2012

For 2 full years, Lenihan Sotheby’s International Realty has held these #1 rankings. We would like to thank our clients and our full-time professional agents.

NEW PRICE

7818 Farm Spring Drive- Prospect

5101 Dunvegan Road – Glenview Acres

431 Blankenbaker Lane

414 Oread Road – Brownsboro Village

Mary Nancy Chatel, 457.4884 $1,325,000

Chuck Pence, 291.4739 $865,000

Terri Bass, 424.8463 $884,500

Mary Nancy Chatel, 457.4884 $375,000

NEW PRICE

164 Persimmon Ridge Drive

1106 Crossings Cove Court – Polo Fields

Lynette Masterson, 643.4445 $525,000

Chuck Pence, 291.4739 $359,900

5015 Glengregor Road – 3.35 Acres in Glenview

John Lenihan, 593.2024 $529,000

6200 Payton Lane – Crestwood Nell Pearce Bradley, 338.2499 $349,000

Based on information from the Greater Louisville Association of REALTORS® for the period 06/01/11 through 05/31/13 for sold properties with Lenihan Sotheby’s International Realty representing either side. * For brokerages with more than 5 licensed agents. nfocuslouisville.com MARCH 2014 << © MMXIV Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Artwork used with permission. Sotheby’s International Realty and the Sotheby’s International Realty logo are registered (or unregistered) service marks used with permission. Each Office Is Independently Owned And Operated. An Equal Opportunity Company, Equal Housing Opportunity.

LNF_03-14.indd 27

27 2/26/14 2:31 PM

Vintage “Juniors Salon” silk taffeta party dress, red Samsonite suitcase from Pink Door Boutique. Special thanks to “Garçon,” the poodle. Shot on location at Muscle Monkey Grill in New Albany, Indiana.

in par tnership

with:

936 Baxter Ave 502.584.0010

Fashion.indd 28

2/26/14 2:05 PM

have your wedding featured in

go online to sumbit at nfocuslouisville.com

nfocuslouisville.com

LNF_03-14.indd 29

| MARCH 2014 <<

29 2/26/14 2:45 PM

Photography: Steve Squall Creative Direction: Gunnar Deatherage Makeup: Isidro Valencia Wardrobe: Dillardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Deborah Greenwald.indd 30

2/26/14 2:20 PM

Model Behavior Deborah

Greenw

al d

With her porcelain skin and notable sense of decorum, Deborah Greenwald could have easily been plucked from an aristocratic family of a bygone era. But there is also something thoroughly modern about the way she has designed her life. Don’t be distracted by the beads, the gowns, the galas and the balls: Deborah’s “model behavior” is rooted deeply in service. She is certainly a lady, one whose commitment to education, community and family make our city a better place.

he phrases “London” and “Prince Charles” often arise in the same conversation, but very rarely, if ever, when the London in question is, in fact, London, KY. However, Deborah Greenwald, born and raised in the Central Kentucky town, manages to connect the two. “I don’t consider my life very glamorous,” she clarifies, “but I’m always amazed at the level of international connections in Louisville and the creative people who use those connections for good.” She describes the first meeting she attended to help plan Festival of Faiths: “I walked in to someone explaining that Prince Charles was interested in a certain topic and the next person at the table saying, ‘Oh, I’m having lunch with him next week so I’ll bring it up.’ I remember thinking, ‘Where am I?’” Deborah, who found herself in Derby City by way of attendance at the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law, credits several mentors with helping her to navigate through the many avenues of volunteerism the city has to offer. “I wish I could say that I had this grand plan to work my way through volunteering for different organizations,” she explains, “but that is not how it happened at all. It just evolved through the years. Now looking back at the people that I have a connection to in my life in this city, I met them all through volunteer work.” She tributes one woman, in particular, for inspiring her early on, and whose memory still motivates her work today. The late beloved Louisville philanthropist Sug Schusterman, whose face also graced the cover of the NFocus “Model Behavior” issue, had a special interest in taking Deborah under her wing – a gift for which she is repeatedly acknowledged for two years after her passing. The two had first met in the late 90’s when their husbands were both serving on the board for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates). “I was very new to the volunteer scene and had agreed to address envelopes on a day my mom came to visit. I decided to bring her with me to this commitment. The room was full of some very powerful people, none of whom I knew yet. Sug made a point to come

over and sit at our table and I will never forget how comfortable she made us. That is one of the things I loved about her so much; she had a lot of influence, but she was also very approachable.”

The Butterflies Years later, Sug would approach Deborah again, this time to ask for her help in developing a society called The Butterflies, a support system for Heuser Hearing and Language Academy. At the time of her request, Deborah had just signed on as the Chair for the 2010 Pink Tie Ball, so she put her off. “I know it was a wise decision in the sense that my plate was full, but I really regret that we didn’t get to make this journey together. So that’s why I’m here now, because she asked.” A year later, Sug explained that she was going to propose Deborah as a board member for Heuser and she would really like for her to step up as a leader in the organization. “I was going out of town that summer and couldn’t make the first board meeting so I asked her if we could just wait until I got back. She said, ‘No, we need to go on and do this now.’ Of course none of us knew how sick she was at the time, but now we all see that she was setting things up to make sure Heuser would be okay in her absence.” Following their kick off in Fall 2013 at Malvern House, Deborah now serves as the President for Butterfly Society and the executive committee that banded to reenergize Sug’s vision are all there, in part, because of her legacy. What distinguishes the group, Deborah shares, is its accessibility: “Community involvement should not be a one-size-fits-all proposition. There needs to be a place for people that want to get involved but don’t have $5000 to donate. The membership for Butterfly Society is only $50 a year. Those funds are used for Heuser projects and membership opens a large door of opportunity to volunteer for the school.” Heuser Hearing Institute has a long tradition of releasing butterflies as students graduate from the program every year. It has been said that when students arrive at the school, they feel as though they are alone in a dark cocoon, but Heuser helps them

nfocuslouisville.com

Deborah Greenwald.indd 31

MARCH 2014 <<

31 2/26/14 2:22 PM

develop their wings to fly. “That is hugely symbolic to the work that is done there,” Deborah describes. “One of my passions is education and there is only a small window of time for children to develop speech and a love of learning. If you can’t hear, in some cases you are at a disadvantage for life. That’s why Heuser’s work is so valuable. They can address the impairment before the window has closed. When they finish the program, these students are not sent to deaf schools; they integrate into mainstream schools and are ready to compete with students that have full hearing capabilities.”

Interfaith In addition to serving as a board member for Heuser Hearing Institute, Deborah also engages in board membership at the Center for Interfaith Relations (CIR), a group with whom she plans the annual Festival of Faiths. The scope of this multi-day celebration is such that past speakers have included the Archbishop of Canterbury, Robert F. Kennedy and Arun Gandhi. CIR was established in 1985 by a group of civic leaders to promote interfaith understanding. “I value this group so much,” she explains, “because I’m in an interfaith marriage.” Deborah is a practicing Protestant and her husband Bart, whom she met in Law School, is a practicing Jew. “We work very hard to respect each other’s faith. We’re not asking each other to convert, but encourage each other to stay true to our own beliefs. We can all always find a common cause to work toward together no matter what our faith may be.” This year’s Festival of Faiths will be May 14-18 at Actors Theatre of Louisville with another celebration to follow in November 2014.

A Purposeful Life Coincidentally, Deborah’s first volunteer memory in Louisville was on the campus of Heuser Hearing Institute, an organization to whom she devotes so much of her personal time now. “After Law School, a co-worker encouraged me to join Junior League Louisville and for our first community service day our project was to lay mulch at Heuser which was then known as the Louisville Deaf Oral School; so, I’ve known Heuser for 18 years now. That was the first of many experiences there.” It was through her involvement with Junior League and Younger Woman’s Club that Deborah says she really honed her leadership skills. “When I became a mom and left the work force,” she explains, “I wasn’t really growing in those areas. Both of those organizations were great training ground for being active in the community. I value the time I spent with both groups.” Those leadership skills landed her as Chair of Pink Tie Ball in 2010, Susan G. Komen’s highly anticipated and high profile annual fundraising gala. “When

someone on the board of Komen called to ask if I would be the Chair or if I could recommend someone, I fully think she thought I would give her some names to pursue. Instead I just said ‘okay’ and so I say that they just got me by default.” Whatever the means, the event was hugely successful in terms of fundraising and long remembered for the innovative boxing ring display incorporated into the entertainment and décor of the evening. “Any success I had can be attributed to the supporters around me,” she modestly shares. “I couldn’t have pulled it off without Lisa Cofer and the volunteers that reminded me of details like, ‘You are going to need a place to put that big boxing ring the day after the ball,’ so of course committee members volunteered their time to make sure it all got done. That event was so much fun but it was a ton of work.” Deborah is also quick to point out that volunteering must not always include a grand gesture or a great commitment of time. “I’m alarmed when I hear someone say they are bored. How can you be bored in a city as giving as this? ” she questions. “You can volunteer at a library. You can pick up trash when you are walking in your neighborhood. These are so basic that I’m almost embarrassed to say them, but the opportunity to give back is all around you. I can admit that it probably wouldn’t be fun to clean the toilets at Heuser, but if that’s what they needed from me, if that is what I needed to do to leave the world a better place than I found it, then I would willfully oblige. I see that example set in Louisville all the time, everywhere.” After practicing law for six years, Deborah left the professional world to be a mother to her son Walker (12), who attends Louisville Collegiate School. She often jokes that she still practices family law free of charge: “I live with an attorney (her husband Bart practices commercial litigation law at Frost Brown Todd LLC) and a 12-year-old, so there is constant negotiating in my house.” When asked if she is helping to plan any big upcoming events, she responds with, “Does planning a Bar Mitzvah count?” She further jests that besides reading, her hobby is food: “Eating it and talking about it, not cooking it, of course. What better city to be a food lover than in our own?” But beyond the humor, Deborah states her life goals: “I want to be a person who honors God’s rules. I want to be good to my family, and not just my husband and child but I also take my relationship with my parents very seriously. And finally, I want to leave the world a better place and bring joy to the people in my life.” Thanks to Deborah’s model behavior, many people in our city can attest that her last goal has been well accomplished. TONYA ABELN

32 >> JANUARY 2014 | nfocuslouisville.com Deborah Greenwald.indd 32

2/26/14 2:24 PM

DERBY

FASHION

SHOW

PRESENTED

“The official hat provider of the Kentucky Derby Festival”

Wednesday, April 2 6 pm - 9 pm | Mellwood Art Center | Ballroom #3 Tickets are available at Nfocuslouisville.com GENERAL ADMISSION

$25

VIP

$50

AFTER 3/18 GENERAL ADMISSION $35 | VIP $60

TO BENEFIT:

SPONSORED BY:

nfocuslouisville.com

LNF_03-14.indd 33

| MARCH 2014 <<

33 2/26/14 2:32 PM

Dorothy Fortenberry’s Partners

Les Waters pho t oS by JO LEA BRO WN

Jordan Harrison’s The Grown-Up

Humana Festival of New American Plays Driving Innovation, from Main Street to the World Stage

“T

he Humana Festival is one of the great glories of U.S. and international theatre,” Actors Theatre’s Artistic Director, Les Waters, proclaimed to guests at the Festival kickoff party on February 20. Clearly in agreement, the playwrights, actors, directors, designers and patrons gathered around Waters in the Brown Lobby sent up a cheer. The Humana Festival of New American Plays is truly cheer-worthy. The eyes and his grandmother delivered a riveting sneak peek scene, suggesting that this of the international theatre community are focused on Louisville for six weeks might be the Festival’s most intense play, one that asks why society is willing to each spring as the country’s most talented playwrights premiere new work right casually accept deaths like Tray’s as cold statistics. here on Main Street. The Festival is an engine of innovation in the theatre world, As its name suggests, Remix 38 remixes eight plays spanning the Festival’s and many of the plays will go on to Broadway and Hollywood. 38-year history. A collaboration by five playwrights to be performed by the Energy and excitement rippled through the theatre as guests were treated to Acting Apprentice Company, Remix 38 reimagines Festival plays ranging from sneak peeks of the five plays included in the $75 locals pass. Beth Henley’s 1979 Crimes of the Heart to Rude Mech’s and Kirk Lynn’s 2010 The In Dorothy Fortenberry’s Partners, two couples in Brooklyn gauge the success Method Gun. of their lives thus far as they question the meaning of marriage in today’s world During the sneak peek, the Remix 38 cast lined the aisles of the theatre, asking and set out to fulfill their creative passions by opening a food truck. the audience, in a chorus of questions, to reflect on their personal memories of Lucas Hnath’s The Christians, directed the theatre, among the many questions: “Do by Les Waters, is centered on conflict in a you remember a time when it was raining “The eyes of the international theatre megachurch. The actors’ delivery of dialogue and you didn’t want to go to the theatre, into handheld microphones emphasized the community are focused on Louisville for but you did, and you were glad you did, and theatrical aspects of a church service and your life was forever changed?” six weeks each spring as the country’s seemed to question the boundary between The introspection seems fitting for Pastor Paul’s public and private lives. most talented playwrights premiere new Actors Theatre, which is celebrating its 50th In Jordan Harrison’s The Grown-Up, a Anniversary Season, and metareflection on work right here on Main Street.” crystal doorknob sends 10-year-old Kai on the significance of theatre, narrative, storya time traveling journey into his own future. telling and performance seems to be one The future Kai witnessed in the sneak peek was a hilarious scene in a Hollywood thread running through this year’s plays. producer’s office, where a new assistant is called out for her fake Louboutins and Commenting on the significance of the Humana Festival to the theatre exhorted to get herself an Adderall prescription if she cares about her career. world at large, Lucas Hnath—who returns with The Christians this year after Kimber Lee’s brownsville song (b-side for tray) focuses on the death of Tray, the success of his Death Tax in the 2012 Festival—says, “Playwrights are made a young man who is killed when he becomes involved in a fight otherwise unreto feel that we’re free to take chances and experiment here, which can bring out lated to him while visiting his grandmother in Brooklyn. The actors playing Tray the best work.” Like our food, our music and our bourbon, theatre in Louisville drives innovation and sets a global standard. As Congressman Yarmuth told the Festival guests, “I represent the coolest district in the US.” The Humana Festival is one reason why. The Humana Festival of New American Plays runs February 26 – April 6. Visit actorstheatre.org for more information. LAURA SNYDER

34 >> MARCH 2014 | nfocuslouisville.com HumanaFest.indd 34

2/27/14 9:46 AM

give

Somewhere on everyone’s proverbial To Do list is the promise to give more or do more for the environment, animals, children, members of your community and the human race. Whatever your cause, those of us at nFocus want to help you make informed choices about what you can do to help. Here are some viable charitable organizations that can help you get started. Make this year the year you pay it forward.

DO WHAT FEELS GOOD:

SpEciAL ADvErTiSinG SEcTiOn

Alzheimer’s Association 1-800-272-3900 • alz.org SUPPORT RESEARCH, ADVOCACY & EDUCATION Alzheimer’s is a progressive, degenerative disorder

No one should expect to get Alzheimer’s.

that attacks the brain and results in loss of memory,

Our Vision, is a World Without Alzheimer’s.

thinking & language skills, as well as behavioral changes. It is fatal and is NOT a normal part of aging.

For more information: 502-583-0075 or www.gildasclublouisville.org SUPPORT CANCER RESEARCH I’m Eric Schuldheis. Cancer came knocking on my door in 2009. As a husband to my high-school sweetheart Barbara, and father to Bryan, then 11 and Briana, 10, this was devastating news. With the presence of cancer came the disappearance of friends. Many just didn’t know what to say, so they became distant. Thank goodness for Gilda’s Club. They welcomed my family and me with

open arms. At Gilda’s, they concentrate on living with cancer well. As members, we share and laugh and learn. My family and I have met such wonderful people there – I even found a new BFF!

If you or someone you love is living with cancer, we invite you to visit Gilda’s Club Louisville where everything is free to our members and guests.

For more information: www.cedarlake.org SUPPORT Cedar Lake is a private, nonprofit organization that offers unconditional love to people with disabilities. Cedar Lake incorporated in 1970 out of common concern for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and the lack of adequate residential facilities within our geographic area.

a population that is underserved and often neglected. Cedar Lake has developed a comprehensive system of care that is well suited for people within the spectrum of intellectual and developmental disabilities. No other provider in Kentucky has a wider array of services.

Our mission is to offer highly compassionate, capable care for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities so they may experience a life of abundant possibilities.

Many of our residents live in a neighborhood, work at a job, attend a day program, and enjoy community activities. We are committed to offering equal opportunity for those we support, because we believe in a community where those with and without disabilities learn to share and enrich each other’s lives through meaningful interactions that cultivate mutual respect and unconditional love.

Collectively, Cedar Lake employs over 400 staff members and operates in 33 locations across Jefferson, Oldham and Henry counties providing assistance to over 230 individuals annually. Cedar Lake also operates a licensed Adult Day Health Program in Oldham County. to learn more about Michael and other residents at Cedar Lake visit us at: cedarlake.org/resident-profiles/

LNF_03-14.indd 35

We have a strong tradition of more than 40 years of caring for adults in our community with intellectual and developmental disabilities-impacting the lives of

We value and are committed to the people we support and our caregivers; because we understand that together we can make a difference – providing a life of possibilities, a life of hope. nfocuslouisville.com

| MARCH 2014 <<

35 2/26/14 2:33 PM

give

DO WHAT FEELS GOOD:

SpEciAL ADvErTiSinG SEcTiOn

For more information: 502-636-0771 or www.voaky.org REAL PEOPLE. REAL CHALLENGES. REAL SOLUTIONS. As one of the oldest and most diverse human service organizations in the region, Volunteers of America provides life-saving solutions to some of our community’s most vulnerable citizens: homeless families with children, individuals with developmental disabilities, men and women who are struggling with addiction, people living with HIV, and veterans at risk of homelessness. Our services reach 20,000 people across the region each year.

way of life, and a future that looks bright for me and my children,” Katie says. “I put in the work and was willing to change but I owe so much credit to Volunteers of America for where I am today.”

Katie (left), a young mother, beat addiction with the help of our addiction recovery services that allow pregnant mothers to live with their children while in treatment. She is now attending college, working full time, and raising her daughters independently. “I’ve found a new

Generously sponsored by:

Contact Robyn Przybylek at RobynP@voaky.org or (502) 636-4660 to arrange a tour of our programs and learn more about how to help the people we serve.

www.bluegrassauto.com (502) 894-3427

For more information: www.thecenteronline.org 24-hour Crisis Line: 502-581-7222 JOIN US FOR DENIM DAY IN THE USA DENIM DAY IN THE USA is a rape prevention education campaign that raises community awareness about the devastating impacts of sexual violence and how to prevent it. THE HISTORY: In 1992 an 18-year-old in Italy was raped by her driving instructor. She pressed charges and won her case, but the instructor appealed and the case went to the Italian High Court.

HOW CAN YOU GET INVOLVED? 1.

Wear denim on Wednesday, April 23, 2014.

Tell your family and friends to wear denim.

Email us at denimday@cwfempower.org for a Denim Day kit.

4. Follow us on Facebook & share, share, share to help raise awareness and educate people on the facts. In 1999 the court overturned the conviction with a member of the High Court declaring that since the victim wore very tight jeans, the 5. Dollars for Denim: Sponsor a Dollar Denim Day in your cominstructor could not have removed them himself; therefore, the victim munity, school or workplace to benefit The Center for Women must have willingly participated. Women of the Italian legislature proand Families. tested the decision by wearing jeans. As news of the decision spread, DID YOU KNOW? so did the protest. Today, all around the world, organizations coordinate communitywide Denim Days to show support of survivors and raise awareness about the crimes of sexual assault. JOIN US WEDNESDAY APRIL 23, 2014 FOR DENIM DAY IN THE USA. Email us at denimday@cwfempower.org for more information about participating.

36 >> MARCH 2014 | nfocuslouisville.com LNF_03-14.indd 36

•

1 in 5 Kentucky women have been victims of rape an nearly 1 in 2 have experienced other forms of sexual assault in their lifetime. 1 in 5 Kentucky men have been victims of sexual violence other than rape in their lifetime.

•

All of The Center’s services including a 24-hour crisis line, individual counseling, trauma support groups, and SAFE exams after a sexual assault are free, confidential, and available regardless of whether the assault is reported to the police. Please call 502-581-7222 to get help for you or someone you love.

2/26/14 2:33 PM

give

DO WHAT FEELS GOOD:

SpEciAL ADvErTiSinG SEcTiOn

For more information: 502-585-5437 • www.bgckyana.org SUPPORT YOUR BOYS & GIRLS CLUB BGCK is a safe haven for youth during out-of-school hours. Programs focus on academic success, character and leadership, and healthy lifestyles. With your help, we can create great futures. Join the Club! Invest in our youth by supporting one of our upcoming events.

Our 2014 event, Club Neptune: An Evening Under the Sea, is June 7 at the Hyatt Regency Louisville.

Our annual Golf Classic features a traditional round of golf, food and beverages, prizes, and several friendly competitions. The 2014 The Big Event is our annual dinner gala and auction. Join community Golf Classic is July 21 at Champions Pointe Golf Club in Henryville, leaders, staff and Club members for an elegant and fun-filled evening! Indiana.

Help us reach more men and women who need our help by donating at www.thehealingplace.org

SUPPORT RECOVERY The Healing Place is truly a place “where hope is found.”

responsibility through a social model process to help the

For the past 25 years, the program has served men and

individual restart their life. The program is proud of our

women in the Louisville community suffering from drug and 75.1% success rate for those who complete the program alcohol addiction by providing the tools to restore their lives which is more than five times the national average. in sobriety and reunite with their families.

Although the length of stay is six to nine months, the

The Healing Place focuses on empowerment and personal

program is offered at no cost to the client.

1100 E. Market Street 502-596-1023 | www.homeoftheinnocents.org /homeoftheinnocents | @homeinnocents SUPPORT CHILDREN IN CRISIS Home of the Innocents is our region’s open arms to kids in crisis. The Home provides therapeutic, loving care to children who are victims of abuse, abandonment and neglect; who are medically fragile; have autism and other behavioral health diagnoses; and families with exceptional needs. Our mission is to be a community of dedicated people providing the skills and opportunities by which

vulnerable children, youth and their families may improve their lives. Open Arms Children’s Health is an integrated healthcare facility at the Home offering pediatric medical, dental, hearing, vision and pharmacy under one roof; serving children with special needs, low-income families and children in foster care, but is open to all children. The Home serves nearly 4,000 individuals each year.

For more information: www.komenlouisville.org SUPPORT SUSAN G. KOMEN LOUISVILLE Like Mother, Like Son In 1997, Edna was diagnosed with breast cancer. Her family immediately rallied to her support, and her son, Hugh, began running the Komen Race for the Cure in honor of his mother. He ran every year until he was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2007. Hugh and Edna share the vision of Komen Louisville by volunteer-

ing in the community, to educate both men and women about breast cancer. Hugh continues his battle to beat the cancer that has not only affected him, but his entire family. The family’s attitude in their fight against breast cancer is best described by Hugh before going into surgery… “Got God on my side, a stocking on my head; LET’S DO THIS!”

nfocuslouisville.com

LNF_03-14.indd 37

| MARCH 2014 <<

2/26/14 3:14 PM

give

DO WHAT FEELS GOOD:

SpEciAL ADvErTiSinG SEcTiOn

For more information about KCP: 502-852-6318 SUPPORT SCREENING FOR COLON CANCER The Kentucky Cancer Program (KCP) asks everyone to “Dress in Blue” on March 7 to promote screening for colon cancer - the second leading cause of cancer death in Kentucky.

Madeline Abramson Dress in Blue Day, Honorary Chair for Kentucky

...MORE ABOUT THE KENTUCKY CANCER PROGRAM The Kentucky Cancer Program works statewide to reduce the cancer burden in Kentucky, providing a variety of initiatives for the public, patients, and health professionals. In addition to “Dress In Blue,” KCP also sponsors “Horses and Hope” with Kentucky First Lady Jane Beshear. “Horses and Hope” is an outreach program that works to promote breast cancer awareness, and to increase screening among lowincome horse industry workers.

“Dress in Blue Day” is a reminder that men and women age 50 or older should be screened for colon cancer. “Colon cancer can be prevented and successfully treated when found early,” said Madeline Abramson, Honorary Chair for the statewide campaign. “Dress In Blue Day shows support for those fighting this disease, and makes it easier for every- KCP is also a leader in helping Kentuckians end tobacco one to talk about the importance of screening.” use, offering stop smoking classes, teaching professionals to help patients quit smoking, and providing tobacco users with The risk of getting colon cancer increases with age. Most information about free resources. Established in 1982 by the colon cancer occurs in people who are 50 years old or Kentucky General Assembly, KCP is a unique cancer control older. Routine screening is recommended until age 75. Most insurance companies cover the cost of screening, and network with 13 regional offices across the state, and works free/low cost screening is now available for income eligible with state and local partners to identify cancer problems, mobilize communities, and implement programs for cancer residents in Metro Louisville at Shawnee Christian Healthcare Center, through the Kentucky Colon Cancer Screening prevention, early detection, and survivorship. The program Program. For information about the Metro Louisville screen- resides in the University of Louisville Brown Cancer Center and the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center. ing, call (502) 778-0001.

Contact information: Natalie Reteneller 502-635-4404 nreteneller@ymcalouisville.org ymcasafeplaceservices.org SUPPORT STRENGTHENING FAMILIES TOGETHER 4TEENS BREAKFAST Strengthening Families Wednesday, March 19, 8 am Mellwood Arts Center YMCA SAFE PLACE SERVICES You are invited to celebrate the resiliency of our teens and young adults at our 4th annual community engagement breakfast.

This year our theme is “Strengthening Families”. For 40 years our programs have focused on keeping families together and out of emotionally and financially costly child welfare and court systems where young people often don’t need to be. Please join us as we celebrate the resiliency of families and teens in our community.

There is no charge for the event. JCPS Superintendent, Dr. Donna Hargens, Guests will have the opportunity to make a will be our keynote. During her hopeful and financial contribution. genuine presentation we will hear about the unique needs of our young people and the RSVP by March 12. strategic way JCPS and YMCA Safe Place Services are addressing these important issues.

38 >> MARCH 2014 | nfocuslouisville.com LNF_03-14.indd 38

2/26/14 3:14 PM

give

DO WHAT FEELS GOOD:

SpEciAL ADvErTiSinG SEcTiOn

4121 Shelbyville Rd. • 502-259-9952 blessingsinabackpack.org • twitter.com/BlessinBackpack www.facebook.com/BlessingsinaBackpack SUPPORT OUR CHILDREN What started with an idea right here in Louisville, KY is now feeding over 64,000 children, in 45 states across the US. Blessings in a Backpack is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to ensuring that impoverished American school children are fed over weekends, when there is no school breakfast or lunch. The National School Lunch Program feeds 21 million public school students in the U.S. Monday through Friday,

but what happens to these children over the weekend. That is where Blessings in a Backpack steps in. We provide these children with backpacks full of shelf-stable, child friendly foods, to sustain them over the weekends. Better test scores, improved reading skills, positive behavior, improved health and increased attendance have all been attributed to the success of this program.

For more information: 502-595-4911 or www.CASARiverRegion.org SUPPORT NEGLECTED KIDS Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) are trained volunteers who help abused and neglected kids in the family court system. CASA is a non-profit organization that receives no state funding. We are the only organization which empowers everyday citizens to become officers of the court. Last year, 179 CASA volunteers helped 490 children in the family court system. There are over

3,200 children in our area that need a CASA volunteer. CASAs forever change the life of a child, but we need people like you to do more. You have the ability to forever change a child’s life. Help us today by volunteering or donating. To volunteer or make a donation visit us at www.CASARiverRegion.org or call 502-595-4911.

For more information: 502-515-3320 or www.thehearinginstitute.org SUPPORT EDUCATION Heuser Hearing & Language Academy Louisville Deaf Oral School (LDOS) founded in 1948 By the Woman’s Club of Louisville and the Kiwanis Club of Louisville, now known as Heuser Hearing & Language Academy (HHLA), is open to any child, from birth to age six, with hearing loss serious enough to require amplification and/or children with severe to moderate language and/ or speech delays who would require intensive educational intervention. Over the years, children from 19 Kentucky counties and 12 Southern Indiana counties have attended our academy. Individual services are a very important component of HHLA educational programming. Teachers work with the children one-on-one to address areas of specific need to each child. This is in addition to school-based speech-language services. HHLA has had an agreement with Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) to provide early education services for their deaf & hard of hearing preschool and kindergarten children at no cost to parents. • Approximately 99% of our graduates are able to successfully mainstream into their neighborhood school • Provides music therapy, art/play therapy, and dance to

• • •

each child Every classroom is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, SMART boards, sound field systems/FM systems, and computer room Curriculum aligned with Kentucky Core Standards All classroom teachers are masters level certified teachers of the deaf

Heuser Hearing Services Center The Heuser Hearing Institute campus encompasses not only HHLA, but also our renowned Hearing Services Center (HSC). Through this center, we offer a link to more extensive hearing-related services for our families who need them. Services available at HSC: • Audiological Services • Hearing Aid Evaluations, Fitting and Dispensing • Cochlear Implant Services • Diagnostic and Evaluation Services • Assistive Listening Device Center • Ear-related Medical Services • Opportunities to participate in Hearing Research • Partnerships with Home of the Innocents and Kosair Charities East campus

nfocuslouisville.com

LNF_03-14.indd 39

| MARCH 2014 <<

39 2/26/14 3:15 PM

FOOD AND WINE

A Chat with Chef John Varanese

PHOTOS BY JOLEA BROWN

Varanese

Shoes, accessories and apparel for all your fashion needs! Follow us on on Facebook at M.E. Modern Elegance and Instagram @modernelegance3921 Hours: Tuesday - Friday 10-5:30, Saturday 10-5 3921 Chenoweth Square Louisville, KY 40207 502-883-4721

took a break on an icy afternoon the week of Valentine’s Day and made my way up Frankfort Avenue to a restaurant I usually associate with much nicer weather. Chef John Varanese’s eponymous restaurant always evokes thoughts of mild Clifton evenings, enjoying the four seasons patio and 20-foot water wall while dining on an eclectic mix of world cuisine prepared with fresh local ingredients to the sounds of a jazz trio. However, on a cold February afternoon, the huge serpentine glass front doors collect a surprising amount of the weak wintery light and the bright dining room comes alive with an ambiance that banishes the chill and stimulates the appetite.

YourCommunityRx.com (502) 690-4462

Your One-Stop Pharmacy Solution!

Chef, you are one of the better known Louisville chefs, but can you tell us how you got started?

• Integrative Pharmacy • Full Prescription Services • Pharmacy Compounding • Concierge Pharmacy • Prescription Delivery ... and more! Chris P. Harlow, Certified Geriatric Pharmacist

Commons Community 9407 Norton Commons Blvd Prospect, KY 40059 (502) 614-7325

St. Matthews Community 3922 Willis Avenue Louisville, KY 40207 (502) 690-4462

I was born and raised in Cleveland and started cooking in a mom-andpop Italian restaurant called “Dino’s Place” when I was 14; by 16 I was running the place. About that time, I started thinking about where to go to school and how to make money. I came to the realization that I had already found my calling, not just as a chef, but as a restaurateur. Running a successful business is not just about having a culinary vision, it’s also a discipline and the art of the back office.

What is your management style in the kitchen? Are you a straight up brigade system Chef?

Not at all, our kitchen is small, so I have to focus on the efficiencies of our scale. The kitchen is smaller, so what we do is a bit smaller. I have two sous chefs, and we run everything by stations. I guess I would like to think that I have a laid back management style. I like for everyone to have fun, so everyone knows their space and knows their partners will hold up their end of the business.

As you know, Nfocus is a philanthropy-focused publication, so what are a couple of your favorite charities? Wow, that’s tough. There are so many worthy causes in this city and we try to be part of everything we can possibly do. I love them all, but to name a few we contribute to, the Heart Association, March of Dimes, and the Lung Association.

Can you relate to us a humorous kitchen experience? One year at Oaks, we had a 40-top walk in the place to set up. We had them down for Saturday, they showed up Friday. So we rented tables and brought in everyone I could find to make it happen. To add insult to injury, a sheet pan of sea bass slipped out of the window and hit the floor. Absolute silence for at least three heartbeats! Luckily, we had the portions available for the next day and we were able to serve a great product. I tell you, this business is heaven and hell. LINCOLN SNYDER

40 >> MARCH 2014 | nfocuslouisville.com InFocusAd.indd 1

2/22/14 12:35 PM

THE RECIPE

Crabacado Appetizer Chef John Varanese, Varanese

recipe

Crab Filling 1 tbsp red bell pepper, finely diced 1 tbsp red onion, finely diced 2 tbsp mayo 2 tbsp panko

¼ tsp fresh basil, chopped ¼ tsp chives, chopped salt and pepper to taste

SPRING 2014

Fine dice pepper and onions. Chiffonade the basil and chives. Mix all ingredients and season to taste.

Breading 2 avocados 1 cup panko ½ cup flour

2 eggs 1 oz milk

Cut avocado in half, seed and peel. Form about 2 oz of crab mix and shape until the avocado appears whole. Whisk eggs and milk together. Roll avocado in flour, then dip in egg mix and roll in bread crumbs. Fry in oil about 350-degress until golden brown. Cut in half. If center is not warm, heat in oven. Plate with the pico de gallo and jalapeño sour cream.

Pico De Gallo 2 cups tomatoes ¼ cup cucumbers, seeded ½ avocado 1/8 cup onions

½ lime, juiced ¼ tsp cilantro dash cumin ¼ tsp jalapeño

Dice tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, onion and jalapeños. Chop cilantro and mix all ingredients. Season to taste.

Jalapeno Sour Cream 1 jalapeño 1 cup sour cream ½ lime, juiced Roast the jalapeño until it blisters. Let cool, peel, seed and chop. Mix with sour cream and lime juice. Season to taste.

>> wine

pairing

Martin Codax Albarinod

clothing • jewelry home accessories gifts • furniture drapery

1201 Story Avenue

In the Butchertown Market

Monday-Friday 10-6, Saturday 10-5 502-584-2841 • workthemetal.com

nfocuslouisville.com

| MARCH 2014 <<

CHAT WITH THE CHAIR

Charlie & Lisa Dahlem The Julep Ball

>> the event

The Julep Ball For: James Graham Brown Cancer Center When: Fri., May 2, 6:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. Where: KFC Yum! Center Tariff: Dinner: $600, Dance: $100 Info: thejulep.org

>> the look

erhaps more than ever, Louisville awaits the first signs of spring, but one need not look further than the home of Charlie and Lisa Dahlem on a snowy day in February. As this year’s honorary chairs of The Julep Ball, the couple hosted a kick-off party to talk Derby and their personal commitment to The Julep Ball and the James Graham Brown Cancer Center.

How did you get involved with The Julep Ball? Charlie: This party with a purpose is a natural fit for us because my mother died two years ago from cancer. She was always concerned about people suffering who may not have the same support network she did, so the family established the Debby Dahlem Fund for Cancer at JGBCC in her memory to help patients that may have issues that interfere with their treatment. The cancer center staff identifies people who need help and the money goes directly to that need. Lisa: We feel the way a lot of people feel – most of us will be affected by cancer in our lifetime, and to have the kind of research and treatment facility like the Brown Cancer Center right here is Louisville is ideal.

With the location set for KFC Yum! Center for the second year, what new elements have been planned for the event? Lisa: This year, The Julep Ball has been recognized as an Official Event of the 140th running of the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands, which is really the best distinction you can get. We also have Maker’s Mark stepping in this year as a sponsor and providing an exceptional interactive experience by setting up a custom bar with what they call Maker’s Shakers. This allows you to build your own cocktails in a jar that will be dipped in their signature wax and can be taken home as souvenirs. Charlie: It’s interesting that you can take this huge cavernous facility and turn it into a nice intimate setting. The décor chair, Natalie Officer, has worked with The Event Company this year

to create a space with an even more glamorous appeal. On top of that, we get to take advantage of the venue’s cutting edge technical and staging capabilities.

Speaking of entertainment, last year the crowd rocked out to the B-52’s; what will keep them dancing well into the morning hours this year? Lisa: We have a tremendous opening act in store with Kentucky-born country artist, J.D. Shelburne. He was a guest of The Julep Ball last year and has become a real friend to the committee and the Brown Cancer Center. This summer he made a major impact by opening for Montgomery Gentry at The Kentucky State Fair and he will be playing original music as well as country and southern rock favorites. Charlie: The entertainment is quite diverse this year because after J.D., we are thrilled to have The Bob Hardwick Sound take the stage. Bob is a Louisville native and leads one of the greatest dance orchestras in the country averaging over 200 engagements per year all over the world including US Presidential Inaugurations. They can read an audience unlike any other and transition from old standards to current pop hits with ease. It has been said that they are so you good, you can’t sit down even with two left feet!

With so many options, what separates The Julep Ball from other Derby parties? Lisa: Of course every event this time of year has a celebrity connection, and we also have some great celebrities that will attend, but we are careful to tap only the ones who are engaged and interested in what the Cancer Center is doing. We put them in contact with the researchers and physicians and require a real investment from them. Charlie: What separates the event for us will always be the cause it supports. Our goal as honorary chairs is to maximize the profitability of the event, not just as an exciting Derby gala, but with a view that it is an opportunity for everyone to support a fabulous facility from which we can all benefit.

Ted Baker Playsuit $275, Ted Baker Jacket $325, Elise M Metallic belt $28, Ted Baker Handbag $295, Serendipity Necklace $35. All available at Boutique Serendipity. BCBGeneration Oslo Pointed-Toe Pumps $89, available at Dillard’s.

Tony a Abeln

42 >> MARCH 2014 | nfocuslouisville.com ChatwiththeChair.indd 42

2/26/14 2:08 PM

CORPORATE SPOTLIGHT

Derby City Pediatric Dentistry

WA L K T H E

RED CARPET

with Our Celebrity Guests with Down syndrome, Dignitaries, Churchill Downs Jockeys and Local Celebrities at the…

“P

eace begins with a smile,” said Mother Teresa. It is the desire to bring that smile to the face of a child that motivates Dr. Korie Acord, Owner of Derby City Pediatric Dentistry. With the intention to fix, heal, and brighten smiles, Dr. Korie realized that dentistry was her destiny. When she opened her Middletown practice in 2010, Dr. Korie had a specific atmosphere in mind: “We have a very young team, and they are all willing to go along with fun and light hearted dress up days and goofy events. The goal is to make the office feel like a cool, fun place to come, so patients never

Dr. Korie’s Give Kids a Smile Day were poor dentition (cavities were detected) or if the child reported that they had never been to the dentist. Of the 200 screened, the office was excited to invite 32 students for free dental care. Sadly, Dr. Korie shares, “Only three students from the school screenings called to sign up for the free services.” The office swiftly reacted by reaching out through social media to invite children with no dental insurance to call for an appointment. Their day was booked

“We saw a total of 19 children on our first Give Kids a Smile Day for a total of close to $10,000 of treatment provided.” learn to dread going to the dentist.” While a fun atmosphere is certainly fostered at Derby City Pediatric Dentistry, so is a culture of service. Dental decay is the most common disease affecting U.S. children. To help remedy this problem, while she was in dental school, Dr. Korie participated in Smile Kentucky, an American Dental Association (ADA) program that provides education and free dental care to children at local elementary schools. “I thought, wouldn’t it be great, if we could also offer those services in our office? So this year we developed ‘Give Kids a Smile Day,’” she says of incorporating the national program that gives kids with no insurance free dental cleanings and treatment. The project started by screening 200 children at three local elementary schools. The criteria for participating in

within 24 hours. She proudly reports, “We saw a total of 19 children on our first Give Kids a Smile Day for a total of close to $10,000 of free treatment provided. Children that were seen that day received an exam, x-rays, cleaning, fluoride and we were able to complete all treatment that they needed that day! Toothbrushes and toothpaste were provided by Colgate, and Henry Schein Dental Supply and 3M ESPE provided other supplies needed for cleanings and treatment.” This year, Derby City Pediatric Dentistry will serve as a sponsor for The Down Syndrome of Louisville Gallop Gala to be held April 25. The office annually collects toys for Toys for Tots and sends candy to troops on active duty during Halloween. Dr. Korie has also volunteered as a Pediatric Dentist at Home of the Innocents. If it’s true that “when you smile, the whole world smiles with you,” Dr. Korie and her staff have created a monumental ripple effect by giving kids a smile.

Presented by:

APRIL 25, 2014 HISTORIC HENRY CLAY KICK YOUR D E RBY W E E K OFF WITH A GA LLOP IN G START! Join us for an evening of cocktails, dinner and dancing. The Gallop Gala will celebrate the accomplishments and achievements of individuals with Down syndrome by honoring them as our “celebrities”.

Sponsor or ticket information: Kris Allen at 495-5088 or krisa@downsyndromeoflouisville.org

TONYA ABELN nfocuslouisville.com

| MARCH 2014 <<

CHARITY SPOTLIGHT

The Center’s 2014 Women of Distinction, Phyllis Florman, Kathryn Mershon, Judy Lambeth, Jennifer Jewell and Ann Coffey.

id you know that 1 in 5 Kentucky women have been victims of rape, nearly 1 in 2 have experienced other forms of sexual assault, and 1 in 3 will be the victim of domestic violence in her lifetime? The Center of Women and Families provides support to the many women who are victims of domestic and sexual violence, women like Carla, Sharon and Jane. Carla sought help when her husband physically abused their young son. Sharon sought help when her domestic partner began abusing her. Jane sought help after an acquaintance raped her one night in her restaurant. The Center provided Carla and her son with immediate safe and comfortable housing. Crisis Counselors and Family Advocates at The Center

Women of Distinction were honored for the work they’ve done advocating for women and girls in Kentuckiana– Phyllis Florman, Kathryn Mershon, Judy Lambeth, Jennifer Jewell and Ann Coffey. While providing support for women who are victims of domestic and sexual assault, The Center seeks to reduce the number of women who need such services. One such way they do this is through education and awarenessraising programs, like “Denim Day in the USA,” a rape prevention campaign. The origin of Denim Day is a sexual assault that occurred in Italy in 1992. An 18-year-old girl was raped by her driving instructor, who was convicted

“With over 100 years of experience supporting victims of domestic and sexual violence, The Center is very successful at fulfilling its mission.”

3935 Chenoweth Square

502.895.4155

helped Sharon rebuild her life. Then her Economic Success Counselor helped her to overcome challenges–like poor credit, rental and employment histories–caused by the abuse she endured. After Jane was raped, she visited the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Clinic, where she met a specially trained nurse who performed her exam and spoke to an advocate who answered her questions and provided information about follow up counseling. With over 100 years of experience supporting victims of domestic and sexual violence, The Center is very successful at fulfilling its mission to help women like Carla, Sharon, and Jane become survivors. On February 13, The Center held its annual fundraiser “Celebration of Service & Survival.” Five

of the crime, but the High Court overturned the conviction, declaring that the victim was complicit because of the tight jeans she was wearing. Women in the Italian legislature protested by wearing jeans. Today, all around the world, organizations like The Center for Women and Families coordinate community-wide Denim Days to show support and raise awareness about crimes of sexual assault. To participate, simply wear denim on April 23 and let others know why you’re doing so. You can also email The Center at denimday@cwfempower.org for a Denim Day action kit. The Center for Women and Families offers services free of charge to all survivors of intimate partner abuse or sexual violence. Their clients include men and gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people in addition to women and dependent children. Help is available 24/7/365 at 502-581-7222. LAURA SNYDER

44 >> MARCH 2014 | nfocuslouisville.com

PHOTO BY BILL SHEETS

The Center for Women and Families

HOLLY ON THE GO

Spring Fever

t the winter solstice, I “took” a gong bath meditation. I liken it to what an ecstatic must feel or to being under the influence of hallucinogens and strongly encourage you to do it at the next opportunity. The solstice marked the certain return to light-filled days that power the jonquils and tulips and the blessed green of Kentucky to thrust through the earth. Time for you to get out of your flannels and get off the couch. March is power month, people, so I dare you to stop reading, stick your tongue out and do your best lion’s “ROARRRRRR” to kick start spring. March is Women’s History Month, to include International Women’s Day, celebrated here by various groups beginning March 7 at the Muhammad Ali Center from 6–8 p.m. with “Stirring the Fire,” an exhibit praising global women who beat the odds to gain power and justice. On March 8, the Frankfort Avenue Business Association will host events along the corridor to include a panel discussion. On March 12, the first Lean In Circles take place, spurred by local women using Sheryl Sandberg’s book as a reference point to navigate career and family. The Mayor’s office will host a reception March 13 to laud leading local women’s groups, and on March 20, Greater Louisville International Professionals will host an event with women’s business groups to honor International Women’s Day. #girlpower As to a different kind of power, consumer power specifically, the inaugural WesFest, named for director Wes Anderson (Moonrise Kingdom, Rushmore, The Royal Tennenbaums) will blast off March 8 at The New Vintage (the old Uncle Pleasants). A fundraiser for FEVA, Fair Event Vendors Alliance, formed by HayDJ’s Heather Yenawine and Green Lady Flower Studio’s Stephanie Lindsay, WesFest is aimed

at connecting the LGBTQ community with wedding professionals. Yenawine said the organization vets vendors to alleviate the stress of wondering if a vendor LGBTQ-friendly or not. “If people are having to say, ‘By the way I am LGBTQ,’ and gauge [the vendor’s] response, I thought that was totally unacceptable,” Yenawine said. “Plus, as a city, we have to be concerned about migration of couples leaving because it [same sex marriage] is not legal. This is the right thing to do. It makes economic sense and we are creating an LGBTQ web guide with a ‘FEVA approved’ endorsement so that even straight couples who want to support fairness can do that.” What better way to help FEVA bring mainstream vendors to the LGBTQ community than a costume party with Wes Anderson décor from all seven films, top local musicians doing covers (including a David Bowie cover in Portugese) and live dioramas (including me as Angelica Huston)? Doors open at 8 p.m. I would be remiss not to encourage you to participate in any number of events to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the passage of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. On March 5, from 10 – noon, join others from around Kentucky to “March on Frankfort” and pay homage to the Kentucky Civil Rights Act of 1966. For my part, the Human Rights section at the Louisville Bar Association will host a seminar March 7 from 10 – 1 at the LBA (6th and Main) with presentations on race discrimination, international right to counsel and equal protection for same sex couples married elsewhere. We encourage nonprofits and students to attend as well as lawyers. Additionally, the annual ACLU/ Fairness dinner is March 22 at the Muhammad Ali Center, which will host myriad events this month to honor the struggle for fairness and equality over the last 50 years.

It’s your time to shine.

2014 MACY’S KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL

SPRING FASHION SHOW

THURSDAY, MARCH 27 | HORSESHOE SOUTHERN INDIANA

For tickets, visit KDF.ORG. Christine Fellingham, Show Producer Editor-in-chief of Her Scene and Fashion Editor at The Courier-Journal

#KDFFASHION

The stories you tell happen here. SPONSORED BY

CONTRIBUTING SPONSORS

scene sunday

HOLLY HOUSTON nfocuslouisville.com kydf1524v1_Fashion Flyer_1/2page.indd 1

LNF_03-14.indd HollyontheGo.indd4545

| MARCH 2014 <<

2/7/14 11:01 AM

2/26/14 2:46 2:45 PM

Shop local, shop Shopgirlz for dazzling SPRING accessories!

on the circuit

Footsielicious charms will add some sparkle to any rubber flip-flop or t-strap sandal!

MAP Louisville

Only available at Shopgirlz@Landis Lakes TowneCenter, across from Lake Forest in Middletown.

Shopgirlz @ Landis Lakes TowneCenter 125 S English Station Road  Louisville, KY 40245  502-409-7464 Hours: Mon-Fri 10-6  Sat 10-5  Sun Closed

I peed on your bed. Behavior

Training

Behavior

Training

Behavior

Training

01.18.14 Chic, quirky, comical—this year’s MAP event held at Whiskey Row Lofts made acceptance possible by entertaining Louisville Youth Group community supporters in a manner that, well, stayed true to the group’s fierce determination for change. Guests wore fuchsia sashes displaying titles like, “Miss Aligned” and “Miss Speled,” while laughing through Miss Coco Peru’s performance of “She’s Got Balls.” 1. Bryant Hutson, Bobby Blair, Adam McClanahan, Shane Whitehead 2. Lilou Who 3. Olivia Gifford, Morgan Wright 4. Glenn Wright, Miss Coco Peru, James Reynolds 5. Jeff Warner, Tracey Tillett

alexa pence photographs by alexa pence

NEW PUPPY? Positively Puppies focuses on handling, socialization and confidence building to help your puppy grow into a well-adjusted adult. Don’t miss out on your puppy’s critical development period—we can help you start off on the right paw! New classes starting all the time. k y h u mane . or g

502.253.2883 4

46 >> MARCH 2014 | nfocuslouisville.com MAP.indd 46 LNF_03-14.indd 46

2/26/14 2:46 2:13 PM

on the circuit

Free Cut Free eyebrow waxing Free style With paid color service

Crissie Underwood Stylist/makeup artist

Swashbuckler’s Ball 01.25.14 Yo ho ho! At Swashbuckler’s Ball, held at The Marriot Louisville East, St. Mary’s Center raised booty for those they truly treasure…teens and adults with intellectual disabilities. St. Mary’s gives it the ol’ heave ho when it comes to helping Louisvillians with intellectual disabilities become more independent and involved in our community!

9932 Linn Station Rd 767-6855

1. Jim Mudd, Melinda and Jeramie O’Bryan, Donna Mudd 2. Daniel and Megan Mudd 3. Cindy, Sonja and Rollin Grossholz 4. Dawne Gee, Judy Frances 5. Olivia Henken, Jenna Day

alexa pence photographs by alexa pence

nfocuslouisville.com

LNF_03-14.indd SwashbucklersBall.indd 47 47

| MARCH 2014 <<

47 2/27/14 2/26/14 10:02 2:13 PM AM

on the circuit

HOMES of DISTINCTION 1

The Issue Nfocus is currently taking applications from top local real estate professionals vying to have one of their properties presented in our Homes of Distinction issue. A committee will review these applications, and Nfocus will select five of the best and most luxurious homes on the market to be featured in the June issue. Each featured home is awarded the title of Nfocus Homes of Distinction and may have the opportunity to host our private cocktail party.

Launch at The Brown

If you would like to submit your listing to be considered for the Homes of Distinction issue, please visit www.nfocuslouisville.com.

01.28.14 Nfocus launched our February Wedding Issue with a party at the Brown Hotel, one of the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite wedding spots. Guests enjoyed Chef Bettisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; phenomenal appetizers. Friends and family of Angie and Calvin Evans celebrated their wedding story. Jessica Taylor, who was featured in our Charity Spotlight, stopped by, as did Meghan Coomes, who was featured in our Corporate Spotlight. 1. Calvin Evans, Brenda Hackett, Angie M. Evans, Keith Hackett II, Larry McDonald 2. Michael Ann Coomes, Matt Gagedorn, Meghan Coomes, Greta Coomes 3. Chad Loy, Melissa Fallon, Brian Theineman 4. Gary Barragan, Clay Cook, Casey Richie 5. Trent Findley, Jessica Taylor

LAurA SnYDEr photographs by Josh MILLEr

The evenT On Wednesday, June 4 Nfocus celebrates the June issue and unveils the identity of those honored residences through a spectacular real estate event. The Homes of Distinction event is an upscale cocktail party hosted by Nfocus and our sponsors at a newly listed, luxurious home. Top local real estate and design professionals are honored and have the opportunity to network with other professionals in their field.

If you would like more information on sponsoring this event, please contact Kelley LaBarbera at klabarbera@southcomm.com.

48 >> MARCH 2014 | nfocuslouisville.com OTC_Launch.indd4848 LNF_03-14.indd

2/26/14 2:47 2:16 PM

on the circuit

Dine Varanese Tonight! 1

In celebration of Lent, enjoy a special prix fixe menu for 2 every Friday in March featuring seafood specialties for just $50. View the full menu at Varanese.com

Greek Glendi 02.07.14

2106 Frankfort Ave

Circle dancing, live bouzouki music, a silent auction featuring Vasilopita bread, and, of course, amazing Mediterranean food…it couldn’t be anything but the Hellenic Society’s annual Greek Glendi fundraiser. Held at the Olmsted, the Glendi featured the KEFI and Athenian Dancers, and music by the Kostas Kastinis band. Proceeds benefit local charities and international ministries supported by the Assumption Church. 1. Tom and Joanna Caneris 2. Karen and Henry Sadlo 3. Lori and Kris Robbins 4. Karen and Henry Sadlo 5. Tracey Powers, Kathy Crimans, Deena Kinkade Adams

LAurA SnYDEr photographs by aLEXa pENCE

Open late 7 days a week with live jazz nightly & a year-round patio.

Reservations:

502-899-9904 | Varanese.com /dinevaranese

@dinevaranese

Creations

HAIR Design

(502) 244-1311 11706 Main Street • Middletown FULL SERVICE SALON • HAIR EXTENSIONS Rick Probus • Owner/Master Stylist 4

By Appointment Only

nfocuslouisville.com

LNF_03-14.indd OTC_GreekGlendi.indd 49 49

| MARCH 2014 <<

49 2/27/14 2/26/14 10:02 2:51 PM AM

THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS & BOUTIQUES FOR MAKING THIS EVENT A SUCCESS! In Partnership With…

on the circuit

Humana Festival Kickoff 02.20.14 Bluegrass band Whiskey Bent Valley filled Actors Theatre with music at the Humana Festival of New American Plays kickoff party as Dish on Market, Hillbilly Tea, The Mayan Café, Manny and Merle’s and Orange Clover Kitchen plated generous tastings of their signature dishes. Cake Flour, Cellar Door Chocolates, and Sweet Frog Frozen Yogurt followed up with sweet treats. Energy and excitement rippled through the theatre as guests were treated to sneak peeks of five of the plays included in the $75 locals pass. 1. Crystal Whittaker, Andy Perez 2. Lindsey Ransdell, Danielle Manley 3. Arielle Christian, Amanda Strickland, Barri Christian 4. Judy Look, John Yarmuth 5. Tacasha Bingham, Eric Thomas

LAurA SnYDEr photographs by JoLEa broWN

Participating Boutiques

50 >> MARCH 2014 | nfocuslouisville.com OTC_Humana.indd LNF_03-14.indd 50 50

2/26/14 2:48 2:17 PM

THE SCENE

March 2014 PRESENTED BY:

What: Wrapped in Red Gala & Red Lounge For: American Red Cross When: Saturday, March 15, 6:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. Where: Louisville Marriott Downtown Tariff: $200 per ticket, $75 per Red Lounge ticket Info: (502) 561-3691, redcross.org

05 What: NFocus March

For: Sweet on You, LLC When: Saturday, March 15, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Where: Lake Forest Lodge Tariff: $50 Info: (502) 627-0161

What: 2014 Gals & Guys Hats and Ties For: Dress for Success When: Friday, March 21, 6:00 p.m. Where: Churchill Downs Tariff: $150 per ticket, $250 per couple; VIP $50 advanced tickets, $65 at the door Info: (502) 584-8050

What: Bottoms Up Bash For: Colon Cancer Prevention Project When: Friday, March 7, 7:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. Where: Mellwood Arts Center Tariff: $50 per ticket, $100 per VIP ticket, $800 per VIP table 22 What: The King’s Garden Fête Info: (502) 290-0288, For: YouthBuild Louisville coloncancerpreventionproject.org When: Saturday, March 22, 08 7:30 p.m. What: Art from the Heart Where: Nucleus Building, For: The Council on 300 E. Market St. Developmental Disabilities Tariff: $100 When: Saturday, March 8, Info: ideaslouisville.com 6:00 p.m. Where: The Gheens 22 What: Pearls & Pumps Foundation Lodge For: Baptist Health Tariff: $100 per ticket, When: Saturday, March 22, $800 per table of eight 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Info: (502) 584-1239 Where: The Olmsted 08 Tariff: $60 What: McDazzle Red Tie Gala Info: (502) 896-7475 For: Ronald McDonald House Charities 22 What: Best Buddies When: Saturday, March 8, Friendship Walk 6:00 p.m. For: Best Buddies Where: The Galt House Hotel When: Saturday, March 22, Tariff: $175 9:00 a.m. Info: rmhc-kentuckiana.org Where: Seneca Park 13 Tariff: Free What: 2014 Tour de Cure Kick-Off Info: (502) 736-0838 For: American Diabetes Association 02 What: Runway for the Roses When: Thursday, March 13, For: Horses and Hope 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. When: Wednesday, April 2, Where: 60 West Bistro 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. & Martini Bar Where: Mellwood Art Center, Tariff: Free Ballroom #3 Info: (502) 452-6072, Tariff: $25 general admission, dmuller@diabetes.org $50 VIP; after March 18 $30 15 general admission, $60 VIP What: Bowties and Pearls: Info: klabarbera@southcomm.com, A Bourbon Cocktail Party for nfocuslouisville.com Endometriosis Awareness

Have Nfocus Magazine delivered first class to your doorstep every month for only $48 a year

subscribe online at nfocuslouisville.com

V I L L E L O U I S

Issue Launch Party For: NFocus Magazine When: Wednesday, March 5, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Where: Varanese Tariff: Free Info: nfocuslouisville.com

Want to 15 be the first the know?

MARC

H 20 13

JUNE 201

LOU

foR ay Ros the PRe es view

Imag Hea ine! Lobsrt Ball, Gree ter Feas ANDk Glendi,t,

MOR E!

f Homesoon Distincti

Lee W.son Robin t finemen rt of Re The A Cover_M

arch

.indd

Joie de Vivr nfocuslouisville.com | MARCH 2014 << 51 e

2/27

/13

LNF_03-14.indd Scene.indd 51 51

IS V IL

Derby nd Weeke p Run ca w Re

11:1

8 AM

2/26/14 2:49 2:12 PM

Nretrospect

UofL Homecoming Queen Has Lasting Legacy Circa 1949

ictured above is Debby Dahlem (nee Blair) in 1949 when she was the UofL Homecoming Queen. Debby went on to become one of the first women delegates to the International Council of Shopping Centers, a Kentucky Opera Board Member, and founder of Estate of the Art, an antique jewelry business. She lived a full life that ended on March 30, 2011, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. “If you knew my Mom, the odds are that she touched your life in a special way,” shares her son Charlie. “I have people tell me all the time that she was one of the most caring and genuine people they had ever known. When she would go for her chemo treatments she always expressed concern about the people who were there taking treatment who did not have the support system that she had. We have set up the Debby Dahlem Fund at the JGBCC that is administered by the doctors and nurses when they identify people who need assistance such as cab fare to treatment or maybe money for child care. There are many reasons that force people to miss a treatment and this may negatively affect their outcome. If we can alleviate some of their burden with this fund, then my mom is able to continue to care for people and touch their lives.” Charlie and wife, Lisa, will serve as honorary chairs at this year’s The Julep Ball on Derby Eve. The proceeds from The Julep Ball benefit the James Graham Brown Cancer Center.

52 >> MARCH 2014 | nfocuslouisville.com Nretro.indd 52

2/26/14 2:12 PM

be cool

“I am dedicated to providing personal care to all our patients, helping them achieve natural looking results.” Dr. Sean Maguire Plastic Surgeon

4600 SHELBYVILLE ROAD #220

LNF_03-14.indd 57

LOUISVILLE, KY 40207

502.897.SKIN (7546)

WWW.PHYSICIANSCENTERFORBEAUTY.COM

2/26/14 2:52 PM

The Art of Elegant Living

RESIDENTIAL DESIGN & DRAFTING | RENOVATION & INTERIOR DESIGN

NEW YORK • PALM BEACH • LOUISVILLE • SOUTHHAMPTON 211 Clover Lane, Louisville, KY 40207 New York: 917-224-7785 | Louisville : 502-895-1401

58 >> MARCH 2014 | nfocuslouisville.com LNF_03-14.indd 58

www.LeeWRobinson.com

2/26/14 2:52 PM