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Contents July 2014 | Vol. xxi, No. 7

parties

Flower power

Father knows best

Sowing and reaping

Free as a bird

Cheekwood unveils their new exhibit, Andy Warhol’s Flowers

The American Diabetes Association recognizes Fathers of the Year

Planting Seeds of Hope for Monroe Harding

Creativity abounds at W.O. Smith’s The Birdhouse Thing

In the spotlight Here’s to another successful season of The Tennessee Rep

Dine another day

How sweet it is

Staying strong

Going once...

A fancy fête

A modern touch

A packed house at Belle Meade Country Club for Swan Ball Auction Party

The Swan Ball Patrons Party is a chic and sophisticated affair

Music, food and philanthropy at Oasis Center’s Only In Nashville

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Briefs

Open doors

Nuptials

Taking vows

An elegant evening in black and white at the Swan Ball

News, rumors & propaganda

Vines Apothecary, The Dry House and more

New shops, restaurants and trunk shows

Latest Nashville weddings

features

Swan Ball beauties Black and white and color all over at the Swan Ball

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Uncut beauty

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Deconstructing the dish: Cheater Chef

Arts and galleries

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Nretrospect

Six noninvasive beauty treatments to help you look and feel your best

A veritable feast of local food and drinks at Generous Helpings

Ice cream treats with the Martha O’Bryan Center

departments

8 In our words Picture perfect 10 Behind the scenes Natural Style—Sweet Seven Organic Salon, Debra Dickey

Betsy Wilt and Peggy Kinnard, co-chairs of the 52nd annual Swan Ball. Photographed at Cheekwood by Michael W. Bunch. For more on the Swan Ball, check out our full coverage beginning on page 52.

Jacques vows

Grrrl power

Bright, bold lips

Summer sherbet

Upcoming performing and visual arts

Time machine

Church camp

To swan

The heart of the social season

A lasting impression

Calendar of July events

Decades of style

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Picture perfect Beauty and the Ball

his is our Beauty Issue. There are a number of ways to look at the topic—makeup, hair, whole body, wellness or treatments. This year we decided to focus on the last of these: treatments. The term itself can be a little scary. Will there be any downtime? Is there any scarring? And most importantly, will it hurt? Nfocus investigated only those treatments that could answer all these questions with a “no.” Nancy and Abby visited doctors, spas and salons to test some of the newest noninvasive techniques available around town. Their story begins on page 81. It is fitting that our Beauty issue also includes our coverage of the 2014 edition of the legendary Swan Ball. We decided to shake things up a bit by launching the Nfocus Portrait Booth. The black and white theme made it the perfect setting.

Our Nfocus team—with the wonderful help of the Swan Ball committee and the Cheekwood staff—started planning the many details of the project early in 2014. Location, backdrop, cameras and inspiration were all in place by June 7, the night of the Ball. And at 7 p.m., along with some clouds, our subjects started arriving. We had a great time working with everyone, and we feel we got to know you all a little better. Some were more reserved than others. Some knew exactly what they wanted to do. Some needed a little coaching or liquid courage. (If you stepped inside the booth, you know what I’m talking about.) But we love the results. Our printed pages couldn’t hold all of the amazing images so they will be available online at nfocusnashville.com. Be sure to stop by after June 30. sinclair kelly

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ebra Dickey has been doing hair for 25 years. After many years working for Aveda, she opened Sweet Seven Organic Salon on 8th Avenue in 2004. But about eight years ago, it was looking like she was going to have to find a new profession. Debra began developing asthma symptoms, and her doctor told her the chemicals she had been using at her salon were the culprits. Since Debra loved her job, she wasn’t one to go quietly into the night. She started doing research on more natural products until she discovered Organic Color Systems out of the UK. It has the lowest chemical content of any professional hair color on the market, so it is healthier not only for Debra, but for her clients as well. “I think it’s really important that people pay attention to the chemicals they are putting on their hair and scalps,” Debra says. Organic color also lasts longer and makes hair shinier than most other products.

The hair color she uses isn’t the only thing different about Sweet Seven Organic Salon. Debra is the only stylist at the salon, with an apprentice who just started taking haircuts, so the atmosphere is intimate (not to mention it doesn’t smell like chemicals!). Debra takes pride in really listening to her clients, and while she likes to stay up on trends, she typically appeals to a more balanced clientele. She also houses a small wellness center including two Ayurvedic practitioners who offer consultations on natural healing and a neurofeedback practitioner who offers holistic psychotherapy. She loves supporting local artisans, so you’ll often find locally made jewelry and other items in the salon. If you like to be conscious of what’s in the products you use and how they affect your body, don’t let hair dye be the exception. Visit sweetsevenorganicsalon.com to book an appointment with Debra and start treating your hair right.

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t’s not every day that someone receives the incredible honor of a Powerhouse Award. But then again, John Seigenthaler is no ordinary man. As the longtime former editor of The Tennessean and an active volunteer in the fight for First Amendment freedom, John is nothing short of a local and national legend. It seemed only appropriate then to devote an entire evening filled with friends, family and state dignitaries to recognize the voice he has bestowed on so many that did not have one. After a special ceremony where the Shelby Street Pedestrian Bridge was officially renamed the John Seigenthaler Bridge, guests arrived back at the Country Music Hall of Fame Theater for a short program and reception honoring his life and accomplishments with You Have the Power, a nonprofit that helps victims of violent crimes. Shortly after we took our seats, a few important guests claimed the stage to praise the well-deserved honoree, including Andrea Conte, John Seigenthaler, Jr., Steve Turner and Ken Paulson. Each one revealed a personal relationship with the man of the hour, illuminating the genuine connection he has with everyone. While their accolades set the tone for the evening, a moving and powerful performance by the Freedom Sings Singers put it into motion, swooning

The rooftop view

or Rooftop’s annual fundraiser, Up on the Roof, it’s hard to imagine a more appropriate party locale than the 28th floor of the Pinnacle Building with its breathtaking views of downtown Nashville and beyond. The warm spring breeze made it a perfect night to step out onto the terrace and enjoy the last moments of daylight before the brilliant sunset.

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enjoying the views and helping the cause were Rooftop Executive Director Julia Gildemeister and husband, Tom, Board Chair Danny Rhodes, singer Brian McKnight, Joe and Ann Price, Emily and Charlie Evans, Rob Durrett and Emmie and Steve Rick.

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icture this: Lively chatter fills the air as it mixes with the piquant scent of popcorn. A crimson carpet serves as a platform for hundreds of guests as they squeeze and scrunch their way to the next talking circle. Bright lights illuminate carefully planned outfits from chiffon to sequins, swaying and swirling to the hum of voices. Someone makes yet another reminder of the free ice cream generously donated by Jeni’s, and suddenly, everyone is a kid again. Thi� is opening night at the Nashville Film Festival, and it couldn’t be more magical. Although it always seems appropriate to bookmark an event through celebration, the 10-day festival showcased the real reason why we were all there: movies. Whether this was your first time or 45th time at the NaFF, whether you like foreign films, shorts, independents or comedies, there was something for everyone. It’s always amazing to recognize the amount of talent and creativity presented in these films and while that may be a universal truth for all film festivals, there was something identifiably unique about Nashville’s. It’s a community. People gathered from all over the United States just to experience the interpersonal connection of seeing a movie with an excited audience of friends. It’s like watching from the comfort of your own home and who wouldn’t want to be a part of that? Volunteers worked tirelessly and cheerily in tandem with the NaFF

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Twelve years after its founding, Conexión Américas has a lot to celebrate—including the establishment of Casa Azafrán community center on Nolensville Road, which serves as a gateway to Julie Cragon, Gary and Eleanor Parkes, Nashville’s global Laurie Bouchard, Crispin Davis Menefee corridor. Inside, and John Menefee, Valere Menefee Conexión and other organizaCatholic Charities recently hosted tions provide new Nashvillians with a the Pathways to Possibilities Lunrange of legal, medical and financial cheon to invite the community to services. The facility houses a comjoin their efforts. mercial kitchen for culinary entreHosted at the Hutton Hotel, the preneurs and will soon host the city’s Luncheon was a packed and lively affirst bilingual pre-K, in partnership fair, the ballroom filled with eager supwith Metro Nashville Public Schools. porters. Rudy Kalis, Sports Director A bright future, indeed. The crowd for Channel 4, served as emcee for the may have been wearing shades, but festivities, which shed light on Cathowe still recognized plenty of familiar lic Charities’ incredible programs, defaces, including co-chairs Joey Hatch voted volunteers and appreciative cliand Carrington Fox, Renata Soto ents. After a prayer from David Choby, and Pete Wooten, Stephen Zralek, Bishop of Nashville, attendees enjoyed Mark Tobin, Gini Pupo-Walker, Jim a light lunch and greetings from ExecCooper, Lisa Quigley, David Fox, utive Director Bill Sinclair. With such Nicole Maynard, Townes Duncan, an empowering presentation focused Kate Ezell, Martha Chapman, Koon the breadth of Catholic Charities’ bie Pretorius, Mac Hardcastle, Lisa reach in our community and beyond, Wiltshire, Tasneem Tewogbola, Rethis crowd—which included Theresa nard Francois, Natasha Kamrani Menefee, Louise Bairnsfather, Gary and Chris Barbic, Mary Mancini, and Eleanor Parkes, John and CrispSeli Boni, Noni Nielsen, Jeff and Tyin Davis Menefee, Laurie Bouchard ler Yarbro, Carrie Weir, Jonathan and Valere Menefee—left feeling inMarx, Chris Ferrell, Lori Fishel, Tory spired about the future possibilities of Fitzgibbon, Tim Ozgener, Mindy this generous organization. Hirt, Meredith Libbey and Phil Ryan.

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or people like Julie Corrigan, daughter Erin Vallette and granddaughters Aubrey and Caitlin, the annual Alive Hospice Butterfly Release Remembrance Ceremony is an annual pilgrimage, a chance to reflect on the special memories of life with their beloved “Bumpa,” who was, respectively, either husband, father or grandfather. For those like Shannon Henry, this was a firsttime experience. For the more than 200 in attendance on a recent Saturday morning, it was an emotional and moving ceremony. CEO and President Anna-Gene O’Neal greeted guests and reassured everyone that it simply never seems to rain on Butterfly Release Day. And, indeed,

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she was correct. Anna-Gene then set the tone for the event by reading a poem which explained the ancient Indian legend of the Great Spirit: those who give the beautiful butterfly its freedom will always be granted their wishes. Alive Hospice ordered 250 of the gorgeous creatures for its 2014 Release Ceremony. Harpist Jana Brown provided the morning’s entertainment, skillfully playing what Communications Director Jared Porter described as the “sound of butterflies,” that is, “if they made any sounds flying by,” he noted. Next, a mass release of butterflies for those unable to attend initiated a rainbow of fluttering wings, which appeared to ascend, ever so slowly, to the heavens. The reason for their lingering, according to Ben Love, Development Coordinator at AH, was the below average temperature of the cloudy day. Monarch butterflies are shipped from California in tiny box containers on ice, which allows them to sleep during transit before slowly awakening on Release Day. The overcast, chilly morning provided the perfect scenario for the attendees as the butterflies were in no hurry to leave the warm bodies and hearts of those who had awarded them their freedom. This, the eighth year of the Butterfly Release fundraiser, was so large that AH scheduled a second morning session. This was an opportunity for those who have lost loved ones to remember them and connect with others in a serene setting, and, while it is, indeed, bittersweet, it was still a very special experience for those in attendance. Don’t be surprised if there are three consecutive sessions next year.

Intoxicating music

a thoughtfully curated selection of some of the great opera drinking songs from Les Misérables, Don Giovanni and La Traviata’s “Libiamo,” which literally translates to “let’s drink.” Apropos, no? Perhaps one of the most riotous of these drinking songs is “Song of the Golden Calf ” from Faust, which tells the tale of the devil himself intoxicating everyone. Fortunately, the crowd at Fat Bottom—which included Frank and Marcy Block, Jeannette DePoy, Eric Pasto-Crosby, Oliver and Pauline McIntyre and the Opera’s artistic and executive director John Hoomes— was slightly more well-behaved as principal baritone James Harrington led the group in song on this beautiful spring evening.

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n the heels of a fabulous Hermitage Gala, which included former teen heartthrob Luke Perry performing a costumed interpretation of President Andrew Jackson, co-chairs Carol Daniels and Deby Pitts organized one last fête for the

Co-chair Deby Pitts, Lewie Donelson, Co-chair Carol Daniels

historic home of the seventh President. A devout group of supporters came together for The Hermitage Gala Patrons Party, an intimate dinner hosted at the Hermitage’s CabinBy-The-Springs. Upon arrival, guests were treated to a one-of-a-kind experience: a behind-the-glass tour of President Jackson’s famous home. Attendees were given the rare opportunity to get a closer look at Jackson’s belongings in the Hermitage’s dining room, parlor, library and bedroom. Over in the cabin, partygoers enjoyed libations and mini bacon and avocado bites from Chef ’s Market prior to the meal. A long community table was beautifully staged with sage linens and small arrangements of pink, yellow, purple and white roses and tulips in clear glass vases. Given the unseasonably cool weather, the cabin’s stone fireplaces were put to good use, adding to the overall charm and coziness. The dinner, also catered by Eric Pasto-Crosby, John Hoomes Chef ’s Market, commenced with

he Nashville Opera’s second annual Beers and Baritones event kicked off a series of fun Opera happenings throughout the summer, including Opera on the Mountain at the Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory in June and the Sing-along Movie Night at the Franklin Theatre in July. Beers and Baritones, held at Fat Bottom Brewery in East Nashville, was certainly the most harmonious happy hour in town as the Opera cast ceremoniously broke into song as guests enjoyed fresh brews from one of the city’s favorite local taprooms. The Nashville Opera performed

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a salad topped with sliced honey crisp apples, spiced pecans, bleu cheese and spicy pecan vinaigrette. French braised beef short ribs over cauliflower purée followed, with a decadent dessert of lemon curd and raspberry cake rounding out the meal. Wine pairings were provided from Deby and Keith’s amazing cellar. Since Keith couldn’t make it, Deby was thrilled to have Lewie Donelson, great-grandson of Rachel Jackson, as her date. Also spotted at the dinner table were Walter and Sarah Knestrick, Michelle and Paul Buijsman, Pat and Kathy Nevill and Ronnie and Elaina Scott.

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t was a real old-fashioned speakeasy at Events on 3rd as patrons arrived to support Songs for Sound in their spats, tassels and feathers for a night of gambling and music that was sure to be the cat’s meow. The glittering lights of Printer’s Alley illuminated the path to a space perfectly designed for old-timey gangsters and dolls. Blackjack tables and their white-tie dealers reflected against mirrored walls as guests guzzled some giggle water and danced to the low swoon and lively tinkle of a jazz pianist, mixing into the smoky atmosphere. However, the real showstopper was the two-tier entertainment room, featuring a jaw-dropping stage draped in smooth crimson velvet that matched the surrounding chairs and settees. A ceiling of dimly pulsating lights allowed gents and dames to lounge in style and comfort as they grabbed another whiskey or two and used their most important accessory of the evening—their ears. Raising awareness and support for cochlear implants, Songs for Sound created a night of magic as they charmed the crowd with special music from The Warren Brothers and Lance Miller, reminding us all that we are never too swell to help change a life through the ability of sound. Among those feeling copacetic were Songs for Sound founders Kevin and Jaime Vernon, Mark and Wendy Maynard, Ginger Jones, Lexi Larson, Carla Facer, Bob

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sually, the words “big bugs” cause most people to hightail it in the opposite direction of whatever creepy crawly creature might be around the corner, but at the opening of David Rogers’ Big Bugs, more than 1,500 people flocked to Cheekwood to say hello to this fun summer exhibit. With massive sculptures of a variety of bugs—ladybugs, daddy longlegs, dragonflies, ants, spiders and flies—it’s safe to say that everybody left Cheekwood a little less afraid of our insect friends. The most impressive of these sculptures was the 1,200-lb. praying mantis, although—since everyone knows that the female praying mantis likes to decapitate her mate— we’re glad these bugs are fake. Kids took the opportunity to play in the interactive beehive, a jungle gym replica of an actual hive with climbable honeycomb walls, tunnels and pas-

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sageways leading to the queen bee. Many families brought picnics, settling in the grass in various places throughout the Cheekwood grounds or perhaps sampling some of Nashville’s finest food trucks. Everybody was treated to bright green “bug juice” and cookies while a nearby DJ played kids’ music (if you listened carefully, you’d notice the “bug” theme in the tunes). We saw some brave souls eating lollipops with bugs on the inside, which guests were probably more likely to try after sampling the adult version of the bug juice. Big Bugs will be at Cheekwood until August 31, so be sure to check it out! But it’s summertime in Tennessee, so don’t forget your bug spray.

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ngel Cropper was determined to wear a hat to the recent English tea honoring late Tennessean Margaret Harrison Kerr, which First Lady Crissy Haslam hosted at the Tennessee Residence on behalf of the Tennessee State Museum. Renowned musician-husband Steve said he simply couldn’t fathom why one would “wear a hat to go look at hats.” Because she was running late, Angel left her home both exasperated and hatless. While Steve may know a thing or two about music, he sure doesn’t understand women’s penchant for fashion, as almost all of the ladies in attendance were, of course, sporting chapeaus. The event could not have been more fun or tasty as the Residence chef treated guests to a variety of tea sandwiches, along with fudge brownies topped with espresso buttercream and luscious lemon squares. Guests admired the collection of more than 30 hats on display out of the 80-plus hats donated by Margaret’s children. Spearheading the effort was her daughter, Pat Kerr Tigrett, successful Memphis fashion designer, who is a member of the State Museum’s Costume and Textile Institute. Four of Pat’s incredible lace couture creations were also on mannequins in the Grand Reception foyer. There was a large contingent of ladies from Memphis and Jackson who came to show support, including Pat’s sister, Jana Kerr Pettey and daughterin-law Melanie Tigrett. Son Kerr Ti-

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grett arrived from the airport just in time to visit with the group. TSM’s Lois Riggins-Ezzell and Leigh Hendry greeted ladies, along with the First Lady. Pat thanked everyone for their presence and conveyed brief inspirational stories about her hat-collecting, poetrywriting, floral-and-interior designing mother. Members of the museum’s Young Professional Council modeled the hats, which looked stunning and still entirely fashionable, despite being more than 50 years old in some cases. One hat was even crafted from the ties of Pat’s grandfather and was clearly her favorite. No one seemed to be in a hurry to depart the lovely party. Pat and family, along with her Memphis entourage, headed downtown for more celebrating while Angel went home, undoubtedly, to let Steve know that his fashion advice left something to be desired in the style department.

festively decorated garden, swathed with white balloons that glowed as the sun set, before venturing off on their quest to find the massive insects hiding across the expanse. As the sky got darker, the bugs seemed larger than ever, gleaming as they stood over the crowds. While a bit scary for those who fear frolicking, yet mostly harmless, pests, the magnificent art pieces reminded those in attendance of the thirst for exploration and discovery that Cheekwood quenches with each new exhibit.

Brewin’ and zooin’

ark clouds, flashes of lightning and rolls of thunder were intimidating enough to convince Congo and his giraffe pals at the Nashville Zoo to return to their barn (after a little coaxing from the staff), but it wasn’t enough to keep hundreds from enjoying craft beers and food truck fare at the Zoo’s annual Brew at the Zoo. Even 1,200-lb. praying mantis that when the clouds opened and heavy hovers over guests at a garden rains started to fall, the party continparty is not exactly common. Rather, ued as planned with folks huddling this sounds like a scenario straight a bit closer to the breweries’ tents as out of a low-budget horror film. Those they sipped and sampled a variety of brave enough to face the humid atmoregional and national beers. sphere—typical after a spring rain like VIP ticket holders were in luck, the one that had fallen only an hour however, as they enjoyed their before—for the Horticultural Society snacking and sipping in the dry conof Middle Tennessee’s Frolic with the fines of a tent. Taste of the Wild, the Big Bugs party at Cheekwood can atZoo’s in-house caterer, served up unique food pairings like grilled flank steak sliders with regular and sweet potato tater tots and Guinness cayenne pepper donut holes to accompany the higher gravity beers available in the tent. Paul and Gloria Sternberg, David and Out on the festival Melanie Baker, Laura and Charlie Niewold field, strung with Italtest to the occurrence and will most ian street fair lights and filled with the likely concur that the colossal insect sounds of live music, the short-lived was more compelling than terrifying. thunderstorm let up and it was back Attendees of the event were given an to business as usual, frizzy hair and all. exclusive behind-the-scenes pass to With more than 100 craft beers availroam the grounds hunting for David able throughout the park, there was Rogers’ Big Bugs, the most recent explenty for this lively crowd to explore! hibit to call Cheekwood its temporary Each area of the Zoo boasted a differhome. What might have seemed like a child’s paradise turned into a night of fun and adventure for the group of young-at-heart grown-ups, who traipsed around trying to locate each of the sculptures. An array of colorfully draped tables and white chairs lined the grasses where vodka-infused “Firefly” cocktails adorned with chevron paper Charley and Alexia Poe, Catharine straws were passed to those arriving and Will Newman and the Joe Turley Trio softly crooned jazz classics such as “The Glory of ent style or selection of suds, along Love.” A cocktail buffet catered by with wild animals to admire. Near the Kristen Winston offered mini BLTs, Kangaroo Kickabout, an Australian an assortment of fruits and cheeses wine tasting was a very apropos opand pecan crusted chicken skewtion for non-beer drinkers. ers with an apricot ginger dipping Despite the rain and the thick husauce to munch on, while bugs of a mid air that lingered in its wake, it smaller variety danced around swats was a fun-filled night to toast to the and swings. Revelers mingled in the Zoo’s past and future successes!

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Fast Food Makeover Let’s admit it, sometimes it’s just easier not to cook. But after a long day, it’s often not ideal to get all gussied up and sit at a restaurant for two hours either. Fit Food Revolution is turning the idea of fast food on its head, offering a variety of quick, easy meal options for the health-conscious consumer. With new locations in Green Hills and Brentwood and more to come, each store has coolers full of pre-made meals that you can pop in the microwave whenever you are ready to eat. So if you’re headed home and have nothing in the fridge, or on your lunch break and looking for a quick healthy meal, you can grab a meal to be ready in minutes. Or heck, come in and stock up for the week! The meals are fresh and nutritionally balanced, with gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options. Current menu items include mahimahi, barbecue chicken and paleo bison chili, and they even have breakfast items like omelets and zucchini pancakes. If you really need to hit the restart button on your health, their nutrition coaches and chefs will create a customized 21-day revolution full of meals targeting your specific health needs. The Green Hills location on Bandywood also has a juice and snack bar, so while you’re stocking up on meals you can grab one of their juices or smoothies, like Anti-Aging Avocado Basil, Workout Recovery or a Vegan Mexican Chocolate Milkshake. Next time you’re in a hurry and tempted to pull into McDonald’s, head instead to Fit Food Revolution and feel good about your fast food choices.

A line for the guys Men, we know you don’t spend hours in front of the mirror every day tending to your appearance. But, we also know you need good skincare products just like women do, and everyone can benefit from healthier, younger looking skin. Green Pea Salon’s newest men’s line, Ernest Supplies, has an arsenal of supplies for any guy looking for a simple but effective skincare regimen. Ernest’s products were designed for “a lifestyle oriented around staying active, working hard and living well,” and what man doesn’t want that? There are three simple products, all made with the highest quality natural ingredients. Start by lathering up

A Natural glow Since we’ve started buying locally sourced vegetables, using recycled paper for our stationery and relying on eco-friendly options for everything from our cars to our clothes, why not take the all-natural and organic approach to body and skin care, as well? Located in Leiper’s Fork, Vines Apothecary makes and sells body and skincare products that offer a safe and healthy way to meet your beauty needs. Made in small batches, the apothecary’s products last for a year and offer the same satisfying results as other body and skincare lines, but unlike many of their counterparts, Vines’ products won’t expose your body to harsh chemicals. They are even available online for those who can’t make it out to their shop. From lavender deodorant cream to cleansing honey oil, Melissa Vines, founder and namesake of the apothecary, has made sure there is something that everyone will enjoy. The apothecary’s healing salve, which contains olive oil infused with chamomile flowers and marshmallow root, acts in place of Vaseline and Neosporin, treating everything from eczema to diaper rashes. Their organic body butter, available in peach, mint, lavender and coconut lime, contains 9 oz. of 100 percent organic ingredients such as Shea butter and coconut oil to keep dry skin moisturized and prevent stretch marks for expectant mothers. Whether you’re looking to add a new item to your daily routine or to simply swap out one of your products for an all-natural version, Vines will meet all your beauty needs, naturally.

Love your locks Is your hair in need of a vacation this summer? The Dry House, Nashville’s newest spin on the blowout trend taking the country by storm, is going to blow you away (pun intended). Alison Ryan, NYC-trained owner and blowout queen extraordinaire, brings 16 years of experience to Music City and creates a space overflowing with personality and homey charm that will have you feeling comfortable and cared for from the moment you step inside. Part of this Southern appeal is thanks to local interior designer Lindsay Rhodes who has crafted a cozy upscale atmosphere that encourages clients to sit back, relax and enjoy their salon services. From making puzzles in the mud room to reading about local authors in the library to chatting as your hair is styled to perfection in the living room, this new concept is all about feeling like you are in the comfort of your own humble abode. Even the smallest details are noteworthy, with styles named after area codes that have inspired them and “House Rules” encouraging women to be themselves. Backed by Cassidy Bentley, the wife of country music star Dierks Bentley, The Dry House is sure to fill a special place in the Nashville community. The Dry House is located in the heart of Green Hills, finding its home on Crestmoor Road. Next time you need a pick-me-up, hair or otherwise, you know where to go!

with the Cooling Shave Cream that uses hair conditioner as its base for a close, smooth shave. Follow with the Soap-Free Gel Face Wash, designed to clear pores, prevent environmental damage and protect skin with vitamin C and hyaluronic acid. And top it off with their Protective Matte Moisturizer, an anti-aging lotion packed with vitamins and antioxidants. And the best part about it is that it doesn’t leave your face looking shiny or smelling like perfume, so none of your friends ever have to know you’ve used face lotion. Ladies, if you’re looking for a cool way to introduce the line to your husband, the Roll Up Tool Kit has all three products and a razor packaged in a sleek, masculine leather kit. Who ever said skin care couldn’t be manly? For more info on the salon and Ernest Supplies, visit greenpeasalon.com.

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Opa, 4516 Harding Pike, 297-6929. Belle Meade is now home to this tasty joint, offering burgers, gyros and other Greek fare.

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404 Bar and Grill, 404 Elysian Fields Road, 331-8944. South Nashville welcomes this casual spot that boasts good burgers, friendly service and a great happy hour.

Jamba Juice, 1844 West McEwen Drive, Franklin, 905-5617. Nashville’s second location, opening in Cool Springs, offers healthy food and drinks made with all-natural fruits and vegetables.

Tin Dog Tavern, 1401 Fourth Avenue South, 939-6865. This brand new downtown dive bar plays host to drink specials, live music and karaoke.

Adele’s, 1210 McGavock Street, 988-9700. NYC celebrity chef Jonathan Waxman brings his fine fare to the Gulch with the opening of Adele’s, named for his mother.

You The Velvet Shoestring, 1107 Grundy Street, 770366-9969. This high-end consignment shop opens its temporary storefront in the Gulch before moving to a more permanent location on Wedgewood. Bliss Home, 2711 Franklin Pike, 209-9388. With furniture, art, accessories, gifts and home décor, the 2011 “Best Store in Knoxville” finds a new location in Nashville.

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The Dry House, 2104 Crestmoor Road, 678-7064. It’s “all blowouts, all the time” at this blow-dry salon in Green Hills.

2OH NEXT, 408 11th Avenue South, 254-6446. From Two Old Hippies in the Gulch comes this trendy shop selling home goods and accessories. barre3, 501 12th Avenue South, 679-9423. Combining ballet barre, yoga and Pilates, barre3 is the hip new workout coming to the Gulch this summer.

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hen people think of Andy Warhol, his iconic prints of Marilyn Monroe or Campbell’s Soup cans are often immediately called to mind, but for Cheekwood’s latest opening, the softer side of the celebrated artist is explored through Andy Warhol’s Flowers. At the opening reception for the highly anticipated exhibit, guests mingled in the sun-drenched loggia, which was filled with tables draped in brightly colored tablecloths and topped with floral centerpieces anchored in tins encircled with a Campbell’s Soup can design. A steady soundtrack of the Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, the Byrds and other favorite artists of the 1960s played in the background, setting the mood for the evening. Guests dined on smoked mozzarella, charred tomato and fresh basil skewers, Maine lobster fritters with roasted pepper remoulade and shaved prime rib on silver dollar rolls and enjoyed the evening’s specialty cocktail, a Tanqueray gininfused “Pop Art Punch.” After the reception, guests moved to the Drawing Room, where they were treated to a panel discussion featuring Nicholas Chambers, The Milton Fine Curator of Art at The Andy Warhol Museum, former Adjunct Professor in the History of Art Department at the University of Pittsburgh and Guest Fellow at the Yale Center for British Art. Joining Nicholas was Alexander Rotter, Sotheby’s Senior Vice President and Co-Head of Contemporary Art, a specialist in Pop and Post-1980s Art. After the enlightening lecture, everyone moved upstairs to the gallery to view the works firsthand, including nearly a dozen screen prints from Warhol’s original Flowers series, which showed at the Leo Castelli Gallery in New York nearly 50 years ago. The exhibit, presented by Gullett, Sanford, Robinson & Martin PLLC, also features multiple paintings and studio photographs that captures the progression of the artist’s work throughout his career. The exhibit runs until September 7, and summertime is the perfect time to visit Cheekwood, when the flowers outside are as breathtaking as these works inside. Abby White pho t ographs by Eric England

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Father knows best The American Diabetes Association recognizes Fathers of the Year

hrough the Father’s Day Council, the American Diabetes Association recognizes a select group of outstanding gentlemen for their commitment to making a positive difference in the community while balancing their personal lives. These men serve as role models to their own children and to the Nashville community at large. This year, the Council honored Walter Clair, Medical Director for Cardiac Electrophysiology at Vanderbilt University; Manuel, President/Owner of Manuel American Designs, Inc.; William H. Freeman, Chairman/Co-founder of Freeman Webb, Inc.; J.R. Roper, General Manager of Lexus of Nashville; and L. Randolph Lowry, President of Lipscomb University. Guests managed to navigate the road closures and crowds from the nearby CMA Music Festival to the Omni, where they enjoyed a cocktail reception with council members, past and current honorees, and their families. After enjoying beverages and passed appetizers, the large group filed into the ballroom for dinner following a welcome from Father of the Year Council co-chairs Mike Dye and Charles Sprintz. During a dinner of a market fresh green salad, roasted chicken, Carolina gold Hoppin’ Johns, cayenne pepper butter and charred citrus gremolata and vegetables, mistress of ceremonies Nancy Van Camp introduced the 2014 honorees, who were seated around the ballroom with their respective families. The crowd was treated to a spirited live auction led by George Armistead, a man who knows how to work a room, and the “CMA Fest or Bonnaroo?” costume contest that George led, which had the room in stitches. Another high point of the evening was the brief speeches by the darling youth ambassadors, who shared their experiences at the ADA’s Camp Sugar Falls, which benefits from this fundraiser. But the highlight of the evening was the poignant videos telling each honoree’s story, giving the audience a more intimate glimpse into each individual gentleman’s life. As the crowd savored a fresh fruit tart with crème anglaise and sorghum berry coulis for dessert, each honoree accepted his award, a happy ending to a sweet, emotional evening.

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Sowing and reaping Planting Seeds of Hope for Monroe Harding

or Monroe Harding’s annual Seeds of Hope event, Steve Sirls and Allen DeCuyper hosted a lovely garden party at their home, better known as the Historic Craighead House. In their backyard, multiple stations were set up, offering a variety of Prohibition-era cocktails matched with tantalizing hors d’œuvres. Event chairs John and Sara Horst chatted with guests as they enjoyed the perfect spring evening. John, who sits on Monroe Harding’s board of directors, said that he and Sara hosted a cocktail table at the previous year’s event and wanted to be more involved this year. Sara enthused that Monroe Harding is such a great organization that they were thrilled to help, especially when “helping” involved throwing a garden dinner party with a variety of classic cocktails to shake things up, so to speak. And the cocktails were such a big hit: the classic Manhattan was paired with a savory Mediterranean platter, La Paloma with creamy spinach and artichoke dip and the Cuba Libre with spicy black bean salsa. But if we had to pick a favorite, we’d have to go with the one that the Horsts recommended, the delicious Sloe Gin Fizz, matched with Boursin cheese, crackers and gigantic fresh strawberries. After everyone had a chance to sample all of the libations and food pairings, Monroe Harding CEO Mary Baker thanked the attendees for their support, noting how instrumental it is in the lives of the children in the foster care system that the organization has helped for 120 years. Attendees heard the moving personal stories from both parents and children who have been assisted by Monroe Harding, reminding everyone that their generous donations were truly impacting lives in our community. As the sun set, the group moved inside the Craighead House for dinner by Diva Catering, including poached salmon with curry sauce, spicy pork with sticky rice, Asian slaw, chicken salad mini croissants, carrot salad and roasted beets. Allen and Steve’s adorable dog, Rachael Ray, was on hand just in case anyone dropped anything, especially those delicious mini desserts that served as the perfect snack for the ride home on this gorgeous night.

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Free as a bird Creativity abounds at W.O. Smith’s The Birdhouse Thing

he annual The Birdhouse Thing benefit ensures that W.O. Smith can continue to provide affordable music lessons to children of low-income families, and anyone who has attended this fantastic party over the past 13 years can attest that there’s truly no other event in Music City quite like it. In addition to enjoying a veritable bounty of food, cocktails and unique art, one might stumble upon an impromptu student drum circle while waiting in line at the bar. Held in the school’s beautiful lobby and performance hall, The Birdhouse Thing offered entertainment around every corner. Upon guests’ arrival, a student band performed in the outdoor tent, which also featured refreshing adult beverages. The inside lobby and performance hall were both lined with tables offering a plethora of silent auction items including vacation packages, local visual art, jewelry and gift certificates to area restaurants and shops. Nobody had to eat like a bird at this party, as attendees were literally surrounded by food and drink stations with options from Alexander’s Catering, The Art Institute of Tennessee, The Chef & I, Clean Plate Club and Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville. After sampling everything, some of our favorites were Panache Catering’s hot Rueben dip with toasted rye squares and—because we never get tired of bacon—Bacon & Caviar’s various porcine delicacies, especially the candied Cajun bacon, bacon peanut brittle and mini bourbon bacon cupcakes. With drinks from Cumberland Cask, Tenn South Distillery, Prichard’s Distillery, Whisper Creek, Fireball Whiskey and Sam Adams, nobody went thirsty, either. But the highlight of this party is getting the opportunity to see—and bid on— all of the creatively decorated birdhouses that give this fun event its name. The wooden birdhouses—designed and decorated by area celebrities, artists and professionals including chef Arnold Myint, architect Tom Bauer, Music Row executive Ted Wagner, interior designer Lisa Stevens, Emma’s Flowers’ staff, and local artists such as Delia Seigenthaler, Jay Swafford and Lucy Ray—always steal the show. And for all the children who take lessons at W.O. Smith? We hope that someday they’ll be the ones stealing the show.

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he River REPrise, benefiting the Tennessee Repertory Theatre, is always a huge success, and this year was no exception. Sylvia and Al Ganier, the generous owners of Gnofus, their home overlooking the Cumberland River, opened their spacious digs for the Patrons Party an hour before the Cast Party, which was held at The Grand Barn. Sylvia, usually seen with Farm Chef Richard Jones at her side preparing the hors d’œuvres for the Patrons event, brought in Chef Johnny Haffner for this year’s soirée. The reason for the switcheroo was that Richard was in Amelia Island competing in the Iron Fork competition, where he took the top honors! He and Sylvia whipped up her famous CIBO tomato soup and smoked chicken in sweet potato biscuits with peach preserves prior to his departure, leaving the rest of the cocktail preparations to Johnny. The reception area of The Grand Barn was decked head-to-toe with displays, costumes and props for next year’s artistic season beginning with Sweeney Todd in October. A musical celebration of Stephen Sondheim, featuring the cast of Company, provided the evening’s rousing entertainment. A country dinner by Corner Market Catering included pulled pork, chicken barbecue with white sauce, squash casserole, baked beans and haricots verts, all topped off with chess and pecan pie. Co-chairs Marjean Coddon and Sara Hoover did an incredible job making sure the evening flowed smoothly while tipping their hats to auction chair Sandy Spitz and her team for creating a small, but impressively successful, auction. Guests lingered over bid sheets for dinners at Josephine and Burger Up, a writing workshop with Robert Benson, a private dinner for eight with Chef Julia Sullivan and a seaside ocean view condo stay in Monterey Bay, California. Put this event on your calendar for next year. The combination of the scenic, rural setting, award-winning chefs preparing scrumptious food and libations and stellar entertainment from award-winning actors with all proceeds going to our own nonprofit theatre company makes for a simply irresistible combination.

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Dine another day A veritable feast of local food and drinks at Generous Helpings

he mouthwatering aroma of smoked meats and fresh fruits and veggies wafted from The Nashville Farmers’ Market out onto Rosa L. Parks Boulevard as many gathered in support of Second Harvest Food Bank’s Generous Helpings. Entering through those landmark ears of corn, guests were greeted by the boisterous sound of chatter and laughter, reverberating off of the spacious concrete floors and prominent glass windows and infusing the room with a familial vibe. Various strands of white and multicolor lights were draped across the ceiling, convening in the center of the room in a simple circle that set a relaxing atmosphere. Bistro tables were cloaked in creamy linens tied with lime green sashes and topped with snow-white petunias and a few scattered tea lights. Needless to say, it provided the perfect environment for guests to eat and drink from an impressive selection of local purveyors. Outlining the perimeter of the inviting space, restaurants and coffee houses like Fido, Sunset Grill, Chago’s Cantina and Amerigo Italian Restaurant were serving up tasty bites with delicious libations from favorites like Ajax Turner and Lipman Brothers helping to wash it all down. From fresh kale salads to buffalo cheese grits and everything in between, everyone was sure to find something that satiated their appetite and perhaps even remind them of home—something Second Harvest knows all about. Their constant dedication to feeding and eradicating the hunger of communities across America is inspirational and something we all can certainly get behind. So for one evening, they wanted to say thanks—through the universal language of food—to all who make their work possible and continue to spread the word of how a little bit of hope can go a long way.

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othing says summer better than a sugary cone mounted with delicious flavors of ice cream! And with the Martha O’Bryan Center in agreement, the 29th Purity Miss Martha’s Ice Cream Crankin’ and Summer Social was surely a sweet success. The grassy lawns in front of the First Presbyterian Church served as the picture perfect playground for people of all ages and taste buds to try some of the freshest and most unique homemade ice cream in Nashville. As colorfully striped street signs marked the way to different flavors like Lemon Lane, Vanilla Valley, Sherbet Square, Coconut Cove and Strawberry Street, guests easily found a few scrumptious samples to lend a smile. In fact, when it came time to judge these delectable treats, each entry was categorized appropriately based on its origin of vanilla, chocolate or other various flavors of ice cream. This year’s winners included a variety of ingredients and priceless names like Grand Ole Oreo, Salt Lick N Burnt Caramel—which eventually won the Grand Prize for the day—Tropic Thunder and Mint To Be. In addition to all those frozen delights, a live band serenaded the crowd with soft bluegrass jams while a lively game of Frisbee and catch entertained some of the older kids. For the little ones in attendance, prizes consisting of balloon animals, pom-poms and colorful beads were almost as exciting as the ice cream! Even Predators mascot Gnash and Sounds mascot Ozzie showed up to snap a few photos with the whole family. And when the kids—or should we say the parents— needed a break from all that tasting and running around, a magic show and a bean bag toss were a special way to wind down after an eventful day. All those sticky mouths and fingers were a good indication of happiness and time well spent.

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Staying strong Music, food and philanthropy at Oasis Center’s Only In Nashville

ometimes we overlook the most important things in our lives by making excuses for all of the “other” things that we have to do. As a result, we often forget about the friends who encourage us, the mentors who inspire us and the places that comfort us. However, this was not the case on a recent Saturday night at the benefit for the Oasis Center: Only In Nashville. The Oasis Center—which certainly helps Tennessee earn our “Volunteer State” moniker with their service to 3,000 youth each year—incorporated all three of Nashville’s greatest qualities—songwriters, food and philanthropy—into a single night. With jeans as the attire for the evening, the back lawn at OZ was nothing short of Southern comfort as guests were encouraged to snap photos in a rather authentic trailer photo booth and watch Martin’s BBQ pull apart the roast pig that we would all later agree was some of the best we’d ever had. Guests were encouraged to move inside for the dinner-and-show portion of the evening when it seemed that the electricity had other plans: a power outage on the whole block actually came as a blessing in disguise. Keeping the spontaneity in motion, dinner was served and the live auction began just in time for the arrival of a backup generator, which was donated for free by Jimmy Bartruff of Filmwerks for a great cause like the Oasis Center. What can we say? Only in Nashville. And that was the only boost needed to kick the party into high gear as the incredibly talented singer/songwriters Morgan Karr and Ruby Amanfu took to the stage to perform “Dream Strong,” a powerful mantra written as a musical symbol of the hope the Oasis Center has instilled for more than 45 years. The evening closed out with a lively songwriters’ round featuring award-winning Jimmy Robbins, Nicolle Galyon and Rodney Clawson. Cheers to another 45 years!

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Going once... A packed house at Belle Meade Country Club for Swan Ball Auction Party

he recent 2014 Swan Ball Auction Party had the warm, intimate feel of past generations of pre-Ball soirées, while exhibiting the sophisticated flair of a new breed of Swan Ball Patrons. This year’s Ball chairmen Peggy Kinnard and Betsy Wilt, both in simple, angular black monochromatic outfits, were the personification of this new hip-cool aesthetic. Auction chairs Jody Hull, Amy Liz Riddick and Lorie Duke had amassed an amazing compilation of silent and live auction items, which included extraordinary trips, treasures, parties and experiences, many of them to be sold that night. Auction Party chairs Jay Joyner, Trisi Larish, Ashley Rosen, Tori Wimberly and Josephine Smithwick demonstrated their substantial prowess as contemporary party planners and executioners of style. Trending at this particular event at the Belle Meade Country Club was the huge tent, which provided ample room for the 600-plus attendees. A long bar positioned at the back provided a never-ending supply of Benton’s sugar bacon strips and homemade chips. Yep, you heard right—it was a divine way to wait for your libation of choice to be prepared. Passed hot and chilled hors d’œuvres included biscuits with pimento cheese and pepper jelly, ahi tuna tartare presented in a wonton cone with wasabi sauce, and a presentation of sliders and mini grilled cheese sandwiches served with truffle French fries. Plasma screens and digital photo highlights were placed throughout for bidders to monitor the action, demonstrating that today’s auctions look nothing like those of previous years! Margaret Schwartz, Senior V.P. of Sotheby’s New York, conducted the entire event, which everyone agreed was flawless. After bidding, the crowd dispersed to retrieve their vehicles. Strategically placed along the periphery of the entrance hall was a gourmet coffee bar with Belle Meade doughnuts dipped in yummy Nutella sauce. Many guests were spotted having several, but we’re not naming names.

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espite forecasts predicting heavy downpours all night, the Swan Ball Patrons Party, generously hosted at the home of Julie and George Stadler, went off without a hitch. After warm greetings in the stunning foyer, patrons took their time as they mingled throughout the beautiful home and magnificent gardens in the back, lingering in the dining room to converse and admire the impressive collection of jewelry adorning the polished table. Co-chairs Peggy Kinnard and Betsy Wilt—dressed in complementing hues of purple—looked thrilled as they tried on jewels from Verdura’s spectacular selection to be worn throughout the night. As guests moved outside to the terrace, they reveled in delicious passed hors d’œuvres, including mini BLTs, warm artichoke Parmesan puffs and beef tenderloin on potato gaufrette. The Pat Patrick Trio set the tone for the evening with background music that gave the party a lively and summery feel. In keeping with this year’s black and white motif, Elizabeth James trimmed the garden in the chosen colors, from the black and white printed tablecloths on the bistro tables to the grand white tents with black drapes. As they sipped on a variety of cocktails, guests savored the smell of fresh white Coral Charm peonies that were arranged on nearly every table by Mark O’Bryan of The Tulip Tree. Decorative white linen cocktail napkins gave the party a little something extra, and the statuesque fountain in the middle of the garden flowed freely and provided the finishing touch to this outdoor affair. Guests, seated at round tables covered in sophisticated white linens with matching covered chairs with black lace trim, indulged in the three-course dinner from Kristen Winston, which included a tomato tart with goat cheese and mixed greens, herb roasted poussin and a dark chocolate and salted caramel tart for dessert. It’s safe to say that everyone certainly enjoyed this stylish soirée!

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leek, stunning and sophisticated—three words that could easily describe both the 2014 Swan Ball and this year’s co-chairs, Peggy Kinnard and Betsy Wilt. Peggy and Betsy, the epitome of style and grace in complementary strapless mermaid gowns in black and white respectively (the color palette for this year’s Ball), were never seen without warm smiles on their faces as they ushered guests into the oh-so-chic soirée. Partygoers quickly forgot their damper-than-usual arrival as they ascended the grand staircase and entered the lavishly appointed cocktail hour and dinner tent. As libations flowed freely from the glossy black and copper bars flanking the room, attendees admired the spectacular décor created by Swan Ball designer Gavin Duke and event planner Jenny Richter Corts. It truly was a vision in black and white (with hints of gold) that blended contemporary, minimalist designs, like the geometric patterned dance floor and art nouveau tree cutouts lining the tent walls, with softer elements like sheer white fabric draped across the ceiling and breathtaking white floral arrangements from Mark O’Bryan and Jane Sloan. After the dinner bell rang for 30 minutes—this sold-out crowd of 725-plus was clearly more interested in mingling than dining, it seemed—attendees finally took their seats and were rewarded with a delicious three-course feast from Kristen Winston. An heirloom and toasted tomato caprese salad paved the way to a hearty black angus filet mignon topped with Boursin Maître d’Hôtel butter and accompanied by French fingerlings, English peas, heirloom carrots, asparagus and roasted radishes. During dinner, the Swan Award was presented to interior designer Bunny Williams, familiar to many in this crowd as the former protégé of Albert Hadley and the keynote lecturer at last year’s Antiques and Garden Show. As guests finished their dinner and moved onto the peach berry shortcake for dessert, a rousing auction led by Jamie Niven of Sotheby’s New York threw the crowd into a frenzy as they competed for five unique lots that included a stunning set of cuffs from jeweler Verdura and a trip to Beverly Hills for an exclusive tour of Jay Leno’s extraordinary continued on page 62

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car collection. Those two packages alone brought in $90,000 collectively! Talk about hot ticket items! Just when it seemed this party couldn’t get any better, it was time to welcome one “wild and crazy guy” to the stage. Steve Martin, joined by his band The Steep Canyon Rangers and special guest Edie Brickell, charmed the audience with an entertaining blend of bluegrass and comedy. As Steve and the band finished their concert, the dashing younger set flooded in from the Late Party ready to dance the night away to the tunes of Jessie’s Girls, keeping this party going into the wee hours of Sunday morning and concluding another brilliantly successful Swan Ball on a high note. Nancy Floyd pho t ographs by Michael W. Bunch, Eric England and S inclair Kell y

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torrential downpour couldn’t dampen the spirits of the lovely attendees of the Swan Ball, all of whom arrived at the Cheekwood Mansion looking red carpet ready. Co-chair Peggy Kinnard turned heads in a custom-designed dress by Donald Deal, a strapless black Italian silk gown with tiers of green flounce and silk faille pleated ruffles. Co-chair Betsy Wilt’s modernist Vera Wang strapless, creamy white mermaid gown featured an intricate micro pleated bodice and sheared organza skirt in perfect harmony. Cheekwood President and CEO Jane MacLeod stunned in a strapless, striking white asymmetrical peplum silk dress, while Gus Mayer’s Janice Elliott chose the other end of the color spectrum with her Monique Lhuillier gown. The dress showcased a black Chantilly lace over white silk crepe, pairing a playful high/low hemline with a sophisticated scalloped edge.

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Sandra Lipman effortlessly channeled Carrie Bradshaw with a white gardenia in her hair, accenting her black strapless Reem Acra multilayered silk tulle ball gown. Her accessories were equally fabulous, from the sapphire brooch detail at the waistline to her black and white tuxedo French manicure. Ashley Rosenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s black and white silk Narciso Rodriguez gown elevated the elegant simplicity of the black and white theme with a metallic silver leather horizontal strip across the bodice. Bonded black vertical bars incorporated a chic, minimalist architectural element to this wonder of a dress. Holly Coltea, who recently opened up barre3 Nashville in the Gulch, turned heads in a beautiful ivory gown that she originally wore as a member of the Dance Committee 11 years ago, an incredible testament to the barre3 technique, a blend of yoga, Pilates and ballet. continued on page 78

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Uncutbeaưty Thanks to modern technology, enhancing or preserving your natural beauty is easier than ever, but with an onslaught of new procedures introduced to the market each year, choosing the right option can be a tricky road to navigate. We tested six relatively new, noninvasive procedures to treat those pesky problem areas we’d all love a little help with. Whether you’re hoping for a whiter smile, thicker hair, smoother skin or a tighter tummy, we’ve got the solutions to your biggest beauty dilemmas. By Na ncy Fl oyd a nd Abb y White

All in the eyes

With its widespread availability and relatively low cost, it’s no surprise that Botox often serves as the first stop for individuals hoping to fight the signs of aging. At the age of 35, I’ve had a few rounds of Botox with varying levels of success (that is, I will not be purchasing Botox on Groupon again). With my heavy-lidded eyes, I was curious to see what other treatments might be available to combat what time, gravity and, ultimately, genetics have done to my face. I made an appointment with Dr. Brian Biesman, director of the Nashville Centre for Laser and Facial Surgery. Dr. Biesman specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive eyelid surgery and minimally invasive rejuvenation techniques such as injectables and laser procedures. Renowned in the medical community for his expertise in facial rejuvenation, ophthalmic and reconstructive surgery, he’s known locally for his meticulous yet restrained approach to facial rejuvenation. In other words, if you don’t need it, he’s not going to do it. “I have no problem telling people ‘no’ if their expectations are not in line with what I can do or what the procedure can do,” Dr. Biesman says. When you make an appointment for a consultation, Dr. Biesman asks that you bring photos of yourself from your high school graduation and each subsequent decade. This gives him a fuller perspective of how your face has changed throughout the years because the goal of facial rejuvenation is not to alter your appearance, but to preserve it. Dr. Biesman strives to make patients look good for where they are in their lives, rather than to make them look 25 again. “I want people to be comfortable in their skin; I don’t want people to think that their lives are going to be revolutionized,” Dr. Biesman says. “The whole goal of cosmetic rejuvenation, in my mind, is not to correct an eyelid or a brow, but to make a subtle change, so the overall impression is one of being youthful and more awake or energetic.” Youthful, awake and energetic are all adjectives I’d like to be associated with. While I knew I wasn’t ready for something involving a knife, I was curious about my options outside of just Botox. After looking at my photos and discussing treatment options, Dr. Biesman recommended a combination of Botox above the brows and Voluma, an injectable filler that contains hyaluronic acid, directly beneath my eyebrows (a nearly painless procedure; a numbing cream is used before the Voluma is injected).

“In their 30s, the average person starts with Botox, fillers and a good skincare routine,” Dr. Biesman explains. “By doing tweaks regularly, when you see them 10 years later, they’ll look better than when you started. And that’s the fun part.”

While it takes several days to notice the results from Botox injections, the effects from Voluma are instantaneous. I looked in the mirror and was stunned. Fortunately, I didn’t look stunned—just better, and more awake and refreshed. That evening, I met a friend for post-work drinks, when she scrutinized my face and—unable to pinpoint what was different—said, “Your skin looks great!” Rather than demurely accept the compliment or let her wonder what miraculous treatment had enhanced my appearance, I told her exactly what I did. Throughout the week, as the Botox took effect, the area between my eyes smoothened yet never approached the artificial look that I’d experienced with previous Botox injections. (I’m happy to report that I can still emote.) If you’re curious about facial rejuvenation and want to know if you’re a good candidate for a noninvasive procedure, a consultation is the best place to start and will give you an idea of what treatment options will be most effective. “In their 30s, the average person starts with Botox, fillers and a good skincare routine,” Dr. Biesman explains. “By doing tweaks regularly, when you see them 10 years later, they’ll look better than when you started. And that’s the fun part.” As for me, you can bet that I will be following up with Dr. Biesman for continued “preservation.” Because, self-preservation is the first law of nature, right? AW

Mane attraction

While there’s something to be said about the idea of growing old gracefully, there is one part of the aging process that’s hard to stomach: thinning hair. After years of color and heat processing, I was starting to wonder how much damage I’ve caused to my fine, wavy blonde locks. While attempting to grow it longer after years of short hair, I noticed that I didn’t have as much hair as I did 10 years ago. My ponytail looked pitiful, and it seemed like more hair was in my hairbrush than usual. I had blurry memories of a grandmother with patchy bald spots and worried that the same fate might be in my future. Hair thinning or shedding can be blamed on several factors, including stress, pregnancy, menopause, hormonal or genetic conditions, or damage from over-processing and heat styling. According to Anne Texada, salon manager at Elan, there are several treatment options to help men and women grow thicker, fuller continued on page 82

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hair, ranging from temporary fixes like extensions to NeoGraft Hair Transplants, which harvests hair from the back of the head to the problem area (usually the top or the front). Vickie Hoffman, a stylist at Elan Hair, says that she’s seen more women seeking help for their thinning hair, especially women in their 40s, and she uses and recommends the Zenagen line. The line is the brainchild of 29-year-old Jared Reynolds, a scientist who created the color safe, sulfate-, alcohol- and paraben-free formula after experiencing his own hair loss during medical school. The nutraceutical product uses only natural compounds and extracts, which means that it doesn’t produce any systemic side effects and is safe for anyone to use at any time, even during pregnancy or chemotherapy. In 2012, Zenagen launched these two professional hair care lines: Zenagen Revolve, which combats men’s and women’s hair loss, and Zenagen Evolve, which helps with accelerated hair growth and heat repair. Zenagen’s Evolve System is great for younger women, especially those who are seeing breakage due to heat styling, color treatments or extensions, while Zenagen’s Revolve System is designed for men and women experiencing thinning and shedding hair related to Androgenic Alopecia. According to Stefan Baskin, vice president of sales at Zenagen—which is headquartered in Brentwood; both Baskin and Reynolds hail from Franklin—the formula holds seven patents and naturally blocks the androgen hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT), the enzyme responsible for 95 percent of hair loss in men and women. It is currently the only all-natural treatment that can block the 5-Alpha Reductase enzyme, which produces DHT. The products must be used every other day, or three to four times a week, and the shampoo treatment needs to remain on the scalp for at least five minutes to be effective. The accompanying conditioner treatment only needs to stay on the scalp for one to two minutes. Vickie says that most users see results after going through two bottles of Zenagen—roughly four to five months—and the product only needs to be applied to the scalp, so those with longer hair can use a separate shampoo on the rest of the hair, if necessary. Vickie recommended that I try the Revolve treatment for women. I was a little nervous to forgo my usual hair products, especially in the midst of the humidity-laden Nashville summer, but was relieved when I didn’t experience any more frizz than usual. I’ve only been using Zenagen for a few weeks, so it’s a little early to see results, but Stefan advises that users often see a reduction of shedding within two to six weeks, so I’m keeping an eye on my hairbrush. I like how the products integrate into my hair care routine (I still use the same styling treatments), and they’re extremely easy to use. Stefan says that within a year I should see big results, so I’m in it for the long haul. Bonus? That extra five minutes in the shower means that my shower tiles are squeaky clean because I need something to do while the product works its magic. Revolve can only help an individual if the hair follicle is not dead; those who have been completely bald for many years are not likely candidates as hair is incapable of regrowth in a dead follicle. If you’re not experiencing actual hair loss but have problems with dry, brittle or heat damaged hair, the Evolve line accelerates hair growth up to 40 percent and is great for girls looking to grow their locks long and lush. In order to determine if you’re a good candidate for either of the Zenagen products, you should consult with a professional hair stylist. Zenagen is available locally at Elan, Cosmetic Market, Green Pea Salon and Private Edition. A full list of partner salons and businesses is available at zenagen.com. AW

Skin so smooth

Sublative laser rejuvenation, a relatively new type of skin resurfacing, combines the best of both worlds, offering radio frequency treatment for moderate to severe scarring and wrinkles with minimal recovery time.

With all the changes that come with age, perhaps the hardest to face (quite literally) is skin damage. Scarring, sun spots, wrinkles and blemishes become harder to hide as the years go by. Fortunately, advances in skin resurfacing technology have seen staggering growth in recent years with cutting-edge treatments leading to better results with less downtime, music to the ears of the dermatologically-challenged among us. My own skin deficiencies led me to Dr. Michael H. Gold at Gold Skin Care Center, a world-renowned dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon. With more than 40 lights and lasers at Gold’s Laser and Rejuvenation Center, I knew there would be an option to treat my acne scarring and fine lines. Fractional laser resurfacing, a method of skin rejuvenation that promotes new collagen growth by firing lasers through the top layer of skin and targeting tissue at a deeper level, seemed like my best choice. Fractional lasers come in three types: non-ablative, ablative and sublative. All three are designed to treat scarring and fine lines and wrinkles through slightly different methods. Non-ablative treatments are ideal for individuals with minimal fine lines and wrinkles, scarring or pigment concerns, while ablative treatments work wonders on deep wrinkles and severe scarring but come with a much more significant recovery time. Sublative laser rejuvenation, a relatively new type of skin resurfacing, combines the best of both worlds, offering radio frequency treatment for moderate to severe scarring and wrinkles with minimal recovery time. Dr. Gold was a pioneer in the development and testing of the eMatrix device to determine the best use for the machine. While it was initially created to reduce fine lines, Dr. Gold says, “I started treating severe acne scars and getting amazing results.” As a result of the successful clinical trials, Dr. Gold helped secure FDA approval for the treatment of acne scarring. Additionally, eMatrix tightens the skin, minimizes pore size and smoothens the entire surface. Dr. Gold recommends three to six treatments (depending on severity of skin damage) administered once a month. For my first treatment, I was admittedly a little nervous and unsure of what to expect, but the staff calmed my nerves from the second I arrived. After thoroughly cleansing my face and having photos taken at every angle—I hope those never see the light of day!—I had a consultation with Dr. Gold and my nurse, Lindsey Baker, to talk through the procedure. The treatment itself lasts about 20 to 30 minutes, during which the nurse uses a small wand to deliver high doses of bipolar fractionated radio frequency across the entire face. The device emits heat as it works, causing a slight pricking or burning sensation. Patients have the option of applying numbing cream before the treatment to ease any discomfort. I opted to skip the numbing cream on my first visit, and while it was certainly tolerable, it was uncomfortable. In lieu of the cream, cold air was blown on my face while Lindsey administered the treatment. (For my second treatment, I decided to try the numbing cream but didn’t notice a significant difference in pain levels.) Lindsey, sweet and so encouraging throughout the procedure, worked at the pace I was most comfortable with, allowing me a few breaks throughout as needed. Following the appointment, the skin was very red, akin to a bad sunburn, but the ladies at the Advanced Aesthetics Medical Spa took care of that in no time with an application of Oxygenetix. Ladies, this makeup is like magic! Not only is it specially designed to provide full coverage of surgical scars, it’s light, breathable, long-lasting and it actually helps the skin to heal! My continued on page 84

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face burned for about an hour following the procedure, but by the time I washed it before bed, there was barely any redness left. For the next few days, the skin felt rough to the touch—similar to sandpaper—and there was light scabbing in a tiny grid pattern. Once again, Oxygenetix came to the rescue! Even when my friends and coworkers peered closely at my face, they couldn’t tell that anything was different—such a relief considering I still had to be at the office, attend meetings, cover parties and be around people in general. “Treatments work over time,” Dr. Gold says, “with everyone reacting differently.” It can take up to four to six months to see full results, but I started noticing minor improvements to the texture of my skin almost immediately. Not only that, but areas of hyperpigmentation were noticeably diminished, evening out my skin tone, and the fine lines that begin to take up residence around the eyes and mouth in your early 30s were considerably lessened. Just over six weeks into the treatment, I’m already considering it a success, with things looking better—and smoother—every single day. NF

completed in February of this year. The giant round tub is filled with water at exactly 104 degrees—the optimal temperature for bath water—and mixed with a blend of aromatherapy oils proven to clear sinuses, lift spirits and detox the body. The always-conscientious team at Escape added chamomile essential oil into my soak to soothe any skin that may have been irritated by the mud scrub and provided cucumber slices for my eyes and a bowl of ice in case I got too warm. For the organic peace massage, the incredibly skilled Gretchen blended a variety of modalities for ultimate relaxation and stress relief, utilizing organic massage oil from local company BabyBearShop. Once again, the treatment was perfectly tailored to my specific needs, targeting areas of pain and tightness in my neck and shoulders. Lastly, it was time for the organic relief peppermint manicure and pedicure with Anastasia. Including an all-natural scrub from Vines Apothecary ( founded by a former Escape aesthetician), the manipedi incorporates essential oils and vitamins to ease soreness, increase circulation and soften skin. Topped off with a fresh coat of O.P.I’s The Thrill of Brazil, my hands and feet looked better than they have in a long, long time. One of the best parts of an experience at Escape is the amount of downtime you’re given between each treatment, creating ample opportunity to utilize their fabulous facilities, which include a complimentary steam room and several relaxation rooms throughout the space. In the largest relaxation room, chaise lounges with blankets, dim lighting, flowing water features and a wall-size projection of tranquil scenes (ranging from snowfall in winter to lapping waves at the beach in summer) provide a cozy place to meditate or rest between services. There’s also an assortment of delicious refreshments like complimentary tea, cookies and cucumber, orange or lemon water. A day spent at Escape Day Spa truly is an escape for the body and mind, and one that I never wanted to leave. NF

Sweet escape

They say that beauty is pain, but at Escape Day Spa, beauty is bliss. Offering a wide array of facials, peels, soaks, scrubs and massages (in addition to a full menu of salon services), Escape can get you looking and feeling your best from head to perfectly polished toe. The Organic Escape Package is ideal for anyone looking for a full-body reboot. A day’s worth of holistic, all-natural pampering leaves clients feeling refreshed, rejuvenated and recharged. It’s the perfect way to rebalance between seasons, de-stress after a particularly hectic time at work or, in my case, get ready for a big event like the Swan Ball. The morning begins with an exfoliating East African detox espresso scrub and mud treatment. The scrub—a carefully curated blend of Indian sarsaparilla, tobacco, volcanic pumice, silt clay, Shea butter and honey—polishes away dry patches, draws out impurities, soothes irritated skin, relieves joint pain, hydrates the entire body and even provides digestive and respiratory benefits. Once the scrub was massaged into the skin by my aesthetician Lily, I was wrapped in a mylar thermal blanket under the warm, steady stream of four Vichy showerheads. Adding to the sense of serenity is a warm wild lime scalp treatment and massage. Any cares you brought into the spa with you will disappear in this calming cocoon. Following a full-body rinse, Sicilian bergamot is lavishly applied to moisturize and hydrate. The relaxation continues with an organic results facial, carefully tailored to meet your skin’s needs and sensitivities. For mine, Lily used certified organic products from Naturopathica to thoroughly cleanse the skin, extract and heal blemishes, and hydrate the face. Throughout every step of the process, as each new cleanser/toner/peel worked its magic, my hands and feet were massaged, drawing me further into a state of relaxation. After the facial (my first ever!), I was stunned by how clear and glowing my skin looked. Before the next service, I took a break for a private lunch catered by 360 Bistro (conveniently located next door to Escape), a lovely addition to Escape’s spa packages. I was presented a menu to choose from upon arrival to the salon, and the steak tacos with fresh avocado, black bean salad and fiery mango salsa definitely did not disappoint! Additionally, an assortment of beauty and fashion magazines was laid out for me to peruse as I dined. What more could a girl ask for? Next, I was off to the organic deep forest herbal soak in the stunning hydrotherapy soak room—the spa’s most recent addition, with renovations being

Brighten that smile

A day’s worth of holistic, all-natural pampering leaves clients feeling refreshed, rejuvenated and recharged. It’s the perfect way to rebalance between seasons, de-stress after a particularly hectic time at work or, in my case, get ready for a big event like the Swan Ball.

As the song says, “You’re never fully dressed without a smile.” But, if that smile is tainted by years of consuming coffee, tea and red wine, you might be feeling shy about showing your less-than-pearly-whites. Fortunately, a bevy of teeth whitening options exist, but with strips, bleaches, lasers and lights, determining the best option for you can be overwhelming and confusing. I paid a visit to Dr. David Roach, D.D.S., at David Roach Family Dentistry in Green Hills to discuss my options. Given my history with teeth sensitivity, I was nervous about undergoing a treatment that would be painful or further exacerbate the sensitivity. I also didn’t want to walk out of the office with teeth so bright they could rival the lights on Broadway. During my initial consultation, Dr. Roach and registered dental assistant Kristen listened to all of my concerns and examined my teeth to make the best recommendation for my situation. After determining that I was, in fact, a good candidate for teeth whitening—all that coffee paid off, I suppose—Dr. Roach recommended KöR Whitening, a series of at-home and in-office treatments that can brighten the teeth up to 16 shades. And KöR’s whitening gel is specially designed and tested to produce little to no sensitivity— a welcome relief for me! To further protect against any sensitivity, Dr. Roach sent me home with MI Paste to use on my teeth nightly for the two weeks leading up to whitening to replenish minerals to tooth surfaces. To get my personalized KöR-Seal trays made, Kristen took molds of my teeth—a relatively simple continued on page 86

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procedure that feels a bit like sticking your teeth in a tray of Play-Doh for two minutes at a time. The molds were sent off, and two weeks later, I had a set of perfectly fitted whitening trays. Made of thin and flexible plastic, these small trays are surprisingly comfortable to wear. Equipped with my new trays and two syringes of whitening gel, I was sent home to begin my regimen. The best part of KöR Whitening is how easy and convenient it is. You simply fill the trays with whitening gel and wear them while you sleep. There’s no mess, no pain, no incredibly long dental visits and, more importantly, no lights or lasers. After two weeks of undergoing at-home treatments, it was back to Dr. Roach’s office for a “boost” using a hydrogen peroxide-based whitening gel. The process was the same—whitening gel in the trays for two back-to-back treatments lasting 20 minutes each—but the result was a more significant boost of whitening. Following the in-office visit, Dr. Roach recommends periodic home maintenance (roughly one application per month) to ensure permanent results of the whitening. Permanently white teeth? Now that’s something to smile about. NF

Fat cells, no more

“This bridges the gap between surgery,” Dr. Garza says, explaining that while nothing can replace liposuction, Invasix is a great solution for patients looking for a massive improvement without resorting to a surgical procedure.

Perhaps you’ve seen the billboard around town that claims, “This machine kills fat cells on your lunch break.” After giggling over the clever Woody Guthrie reference, I remained skeptical at such a claim, resorting to the age-old truism of, if it seems too good to be true, it probably is. But I have this stubborn spot on my abdomen that won’t budge no matter how much hot yoga I do or how many times I get the stomach flu, so my curiosity was ignited. This is how I ended up in the office of Garza Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, run by Dr. Robert Garza, to discuss Invasix, a noninvasive body shaping and contouring treatment that uses radio frequency energy. The practice, which has been in Belle Meade since 2009, recently expanded to offer services in downtown Nashville, and Dr. Garza is currently the only plastic surgeon in the state to offer Invasix. Invasix’s body contouring can improve the appearance of cellulite and reduce loss of elasticity and/or dimpled skin on areas such as the abdomen, hips, thighs and charmingly named problem areas like “muffin top” or “love handles.” Additionally, the machine—which kind of looks like a cute little robot—can eliminate stubborn fat by melting and removing unwanted fatty deposits while tightening the skin. The treatment promises no downtime and little discomfort, which obviously means no cutting, slicing or dicing. Dr. Garza explained that Invasix offers multiple treatments; the radio frequency and the heat can decrease the volume of the fat cells (perfect for those muffin tops and love handles), tighten (great for chins/necks) and resurface the skin (similar to a heavy duty chemical peel or laser resurfacing). He says that what makes Invasix different from other treatments is that the heat is regulated, so it’s less likely to hurt the patient. While a facial resurfacing treatment requires only one visit, patients looking to either reduce fat volume or tighten skin can expect to do six to eight sessions, spaced out at once a week. The sessions require 20 to 30 minutes per area. Once these initial treatment sessions are complete, Dr. Garza recommends doing one maintenance treatment each year. “This bridges the gap between surgery,” Dr. Garza says, explaining that while nothing can replace liposuction, Invasix is a great solution for patients looking for a massive improvement without resorting to a surgical procedure. After talking with Dr. Garza about treatment options, we did a consultation in which he and nurse practitioner Maegan Griffin viewed the area and determined that I—or, rather, my stubborn abdomen—was a good candidate for Invasix’s BodyFX treatment. I was a little nervous for the first session. I remained fully clothed, reclining on a table, and Maegan got the cute little robot ready for business. Administered through a handheld, iron-like device—sort of like a mini defibrillator—the treatment was at worst uncomfortable. It felt like turning a heating pad up high, with a minor intermittent jolt. On a scale of 1 to 10, my pain level never exceeded a 3, even when Maegan increased the temperature. After 20 minutes, I was back in my regular street clothes, my skin barely reddened. Five weeks into the treatment, my abdomen definitely looks more toned than it was before. I’m excited to do an “after” photo at the close of my sessions, after which I will discard the “before” photo, because I’m hoping that I’ll never have to look at that tummy roll again. Those interested in learning more about Invasix should schedule a consultation, as very loose skin cannot be treated by this noninvasive procedure. And if you are a candidate, you too can kill those fat cells on your lunch break. AW

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nna Mayo and Matthew Jacques were friends in high school when she was at Harpeth Hall and he was at Montgomery Bell Academy. After returning home from college, they ran into each other, and Matthew asked her out shortly thereafter. They dated for two and half years before Matthew ordered the ring and planned his proposal in a romantic dinner setting. The day he found out the ring was ready, he was so excited he ditched the dinner plans. Instead, he called Anna, said, “We need to talk,” and asked her to meet him at his house. Anna thought he was going to break up with her. When she got to his house, Matthew opened the door, dropped to one knee and asked her to marry him. They married in October at First Presbyterian Church. The bride wore a Jim Hjelm gown with

a bodice of Alençon lace and a multilayered tulle skirt which swept to a chapel length train. Her heirloom veil was purchased in Brussels in 1964 by her maternal great-grandmother, Mrs. James Williams Perkins, Sr. It was first worn by Anna’s mother, Ellen Mayo, in 1975 and then later by all four of Anna’s aunts and one cousin. For the reception at Belle Meade Country Club, Denise Sikes and Martha Greenwood of Big Events placed a square mirrored bar in the center of the ballroom, decorating it with tall glass cylinders of crab apple branches, artichokes, roses and hydrangeas surrounded by additional cylinders with floating candles. Ivory sofas provided seating around the fireplace. Sam Levine and The City Lights Band entertained on the patio under a clear tent with a large

crystal chandelier. Dinner had a Southern comfort theme with molasses braised beef short rib osso bucco, roasted beef and arugula salad, mac and cheese, asparagus and corn pomes. In addition to wedding cake, guests enjoyed mini chocolate eclairs, the groom’s favorite, passed on trays. After a wedding trip to Turks and Caicos where they stayed at the Grace Bay Club, the newlyweds returned to Nashville where Matthew works for REIT Investment Group and Anna is a registered nurse doing clinical research for Dial Research Associates. They are both Bulldogs, she from the University of Georgia and he from Yale University.

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They spend the final week of the program and empathy thrive. Confidentiality is key, and cell phones are forbidden. culling from their own work to create a script for a live theatrical performance Throughout the first three weeks, Vali invites guest artists to talk with the incorporating words, dance and music. girls about working in their respective fields. The idea for the camp came in 2004 when Vali’s 12-year-old “These women do things that the girls might not have niece shared her poetry with her, noting that her teacher had Girls—or grrrls—can apply for thought was an option to grow up and do,” Vali explains. “It called it “too dark.” When Vali encouraged her niece to explore the camp at actorsbridge.org. blows their minds, what the future can hold.” her writing, the young woman was discouraged. Act Like a GRRRL provides We visited the girls on the third day of their camp, and I “She was cutting out this side of herself because she was scholarships as needed, so funding think I can speak on behalf of the Nfocus staff that we were told it was no good,” Vali recalls. “She was silencing this voice.” from the community is essential the ones whose minds were blown by this group of intelVali, who cofounded Actors Bridge in 1995, had recently to keep this program running. ligent, poised young women. After their morning choreogAdditionally, Vali has led satellite left her job at Vanderbilt in order to focus on the professional raphy class, we formed a circle in the front room, several camps in other U.S. cities and nonprofit theater company full time, and she was struck with internationally in Bolivia and Costa girls clutching pillows or blankets like a relaxed, daytime what she describes as the closest thing she’s experienced to Rica, encouraging diversity and slumber party. divine inspiration: What if there was a way that she could help a better understanding of other After patiently listening to us explain our own backher niece—and other young women—explore these ideas, communities and cultures. For grounds and unique career paths, they asked questions, and develop the craft of creative writing, in whatever form it more information on how you can intently taking notes in their journals, which also contakes? And by providing a safe, healthy environment for selfhelp, contact Vali Forrister at tained their writing assignments for the day. I never saw expression, could this help them gain confidence and develop vali@actorsbridge.org. one girl even glance at a mobile phone or talk out of turn— their self-identity? everyone was respectful of each other’s space, and gave This is how Act Like a GRRRL started, with six teenage girls everyone a platform to speak. participating in the inaugural month-long camp. Vali, who holds a master’s degree After our talk, the girls shared their own writings from the previous day’s in performance studies, chose the name as a reference to the riot grrrl feminist writing prompt, which involved the way that they portray themselves on social movement of the early ’90s, but it also addresses an underlying social issue. media, through selfies or what they write, and how they tread the line between “It sounds like it’s going to be a finishing school, or a charm school, which is what’s fake and what’s real. Throughout the program, the prompts give the girls intentional,” Vali says. “Because, in our culture, it’s never a compliment to be told the opportunity to say things that may be hard to say in real life. But in this that you do anything like a girl—fight like a girl, cry like a girl, run like a girl—it’s protected environment, free from the judgment of parents, teachers or peers, always an insult, even if you are a girl. 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Summer sherbet A dessert that’s just peachy

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n this era of artisanal ice creams, sorbets and gelatos, where does unfancy sherbet fit in? It’s so uncool it might just get cool again. Sherbet is essentially a frozen dessert containing both dairy and fruit, sort of a combination of sorbet and ice cream. Sherbet is a cinch to make at home because it requires no cooking and, right now, the fresh fruits that pack the most flavor punch are ripe and ready. We recommend starting with a dynamite fresh peach sherbet and using thick Greek yogurt for a trendy, creamy version with great body. Ripe peaches are critical for the best fruit flavor. To start your peach purée, you can easily remove the peach skin by dipping the fruit in a boiling water bath for about a minute. The skins will slip right off. Or, just peel the skin off with a paring knife. We tend to leave the skin on a couple of the peaches so that the sherbet is flecked with beautiful bits. Once peeled, just whizz up the peaches in a blender or food processor until smooth. Next, add a little yogurt, enough sugar for sweetness and a little lemon juice for tang. The old-fashioned crank ice cream machine is a fun activity, but we get more regular, reliable use out of an electric machine with the frozen insert bowl. Enjoy the sherbet right out of the ice cream maker, but for a more refined presentation, transfer the sherbet to a plastic container with a lid and allow the sherbet to harden in the freezer for at least a few hours. Make it ahead and it’s ready when you are. Now you can serve perfect scoops in little bowls for an impressive summer dinner party finale. For easy scooping, soften slightly in the microwave on the defrost setting for about three minutes. Sprinkle each serving with toasted sliced almonds, add a few fresh raspberries or drizzle with raspberry purée. Often, we just plunk the sherbet container right on the table for self-serve seconds. Pass a plate of Amaretti di Saronno or other crisp cookie. Chilled glasses of amaretto would be nice, too.

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Miranda Lambert: Backstage Access Red carpet gowns, stage attire and awards won by the country superstar provide fans with the ultimate behindthe-scenes look into her life. Through November 9. Tickets $14.95-24.95. Country Music Hall of Fame, 222 Fifth Avenue South, 416-2001, countrymusichalloffame.org.

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Behind the Mirror: A Tale of Snow White and Rose Red A youth production of this original script and score will leave audience members entranced by the supposed events that occurred before Snow White bit into that famously vile apple. July 11-26. Tickets $6-10. Street Theatre Company, 1933 Elm Hill Pike, 554-7414, streettheatrecompany.org.

Summer Selections Pieces in mediums ranging from sculpture to canvas paintings make up a rotating exhibit from a group of established and emerging artists. Through July 12. Gratis. Cumberland Gallery, 4107 Hillsboro Circle, 297-0296, cumberlandgallery.com.

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You may be eligible to participate in a Research Study at Vanderbilt University Medical Center if you: Are age 60 or older Currently depressed Have no other mental health problems 3-4 visits over 12 weeks Study involves memory testing, MRI brain scan, psychiatric assessment, and study medication Participants will be reimbursed up to $250 for their time Interested? Contact the Center for Cognitive Medicine at (615) 322-1030

Painting, printmaking, sculpture, drawing, photography, video and installation are all represented in this group show from Co. H. Through July 18. Gratis. Watkins College, 2298 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard, 383-4848, watkins.edu.

Carnival of Culture Summer Camp Working with seasoned community artists Jairo Prado and Clarissa Lega, children ages 8-12 will experience the full process of designing and performing an original theatrical production. July 21-25. Tickets $350. OZ Nashville, 6172 Cockrill Bend Circle, 350-7200, oznashville.com.

Lisa Lampanelli: Fat Girl Interrupted The “Queen of Mean” reveals the woman behind her comic persona, addressing everything from body image

to men, in this one-woman show. July 25-26. Tickets $30-35. Andrew Johnson Theater, 505 Deaderick Street, 782-4040, tpac.org.

A Summer Retrospective Using the summer season as a time for reflection, this exhibit looks back on some of the gallery’s favorite and exceedingly diverse artists and pieces to date. Through August 9. Gratis. Haynes Galleries, 1600 Division Street, Suite 140, 312-7000, haynesgalleries.com.

Maira Kalman: The Elements of Style Paintings used to illustrate a writing style guide eccentrically embody examples of grammar rules and their common breakage. Through September 1. Tickets $7-10. Frist Center, 919 Broadway, 2443340, fristcenter.org.

Andy Warhol’s Flowers A soft, intimate side of the notoriously vibrant artist is revealed in this series of floral images, which preoccupied him for much of his career. Through September 7. Tickets $7-14. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, 356-8000, cheekwood.org.

From Tomb to Temple: Unearthing Ancient China These Chinese art pieces explain the duty of spirituality and nature when contemplating heaven, earth, gods and ancestors. Through October 9. Gratis. Vanderbilt Fine Arts Gallery, 1220 21st Avenue South, 343-1702, vanderbilt.edu/gallery.

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wo questions: If you could turn back time and recapture an era of your youth, what decade would you visit to revel in those feelings, the music, the friends, your objects of desire, both animate and inanimate? And what would you pay to get there? For many guy friends of…eh-hem… my age, that cruise would land them in the ’60s or early ’70s behind the wheel of big, beefy American metal. With their low, throaty growling engines and (by today’s standards) garish paint jobs, the muscle cars of the ’60s—those big, loud, high-performance behemoths—loom large in memory. So large in fact that last year, the U.S. Postal Service issued commemorative muscle car stamps, among them a 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona. Well, you don’t have to step into a time machine to recapture those halcyon days, as I recently discovered when I slid behind the wheel of a 2014 Dodge Challenger SRT. Strapping myself in, I hit the START button and VHRRRHOOM.

That deep, rumbling, slightly sibilant roar exploded from under the hood as the massive 6.4 L, V8 Hemi engine came to life. The car shimmied ever so slightly in response to all that power. As I eased the car into reverse, I had to be careful not to mash the throttle with the pressure I’d use on my own car—an action that likely would have burned rubber and sent me backward smartly through the fence and into my neighbor’s water feature. The car is a handful. At the end of the street, I ran into a neighbor who flagged me down. The first thing he mentioned was the sound of the engine. “Would you mind,” he asked, “letting me hear it fire up?” “Not at all,” I said, turning the engine off. I hit the starter. As the power plant rumbled beneath the hood, he threw his head back and closed his eyes. “That’s what I remember,” he smiled. I went back in time and had a ball. And the price of my time travel? $44,925.

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Ellen is a longtime automotive enthusiast and former racer who would rather drive than fly or sail. She loves all things automotive and is an inveterate consumer of interesting cars, races and automotive events.

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n my teens, I loved Camp Ridgecrest for Boys. Motto: “God give us hills to climb and the strength to climb them.” The Ridgecrest, North Carolina camp had everything: sports, hiking, camping, horseback riding. While it was a proud church camp, it wasn’t a wimpy camp. At Camp Ridgecrest they practiced what was once called “muscular Christianity.” My first love at the camp was the gym. I was a basketball player from a small town with maybe three gyms, accessible only during formal practices and P.E. classes. We were so desperate for hardwood we’d sneak in through the windows of the Roane County High School gym on weekends to get in a little court time. In contrast, the gym at Camp Ridgecrest, in a building still said to be the “largest, oldest, vertical log structure east of the Mississippi,” was open anytime campers weren’t eating in the two dining hall wings on either side of the court. I would come to love more than just the gym at Camp Ridgecrest. A staff made up of good Baptist boys from colleges like Stetson, Wake Forest and Carson-Newman created a genuine Christian community, inspiring a couple hundred 6- to 16-year-old boys to live by the Golden Rule in two five-week sessions. All this while learning how to paddle a canoe, shoot a .22 rifle, start a fire with one match and throw a mean elbow. That last lesson came at the hands of the camp’s managing director. Sorta. The camp director, manager, whatever you want to call him, was no basketball player, far from it. But everybody’s a coach, you know. So, one day he showed up at basketball practice, pulled one player out of the

pack (a junior counselor, 16 years old, I’m thinking from Lenoir City), saying he was going to use him to demonstrate the proper way to throw an elbow and not get caught by the referees. It’s a dirty play, not what you’d expect from a good Christian basketball player, but sometimes necessary for self-defense. Here’s kind of how the lesson went. It’s been a few years. The camp director told the boy to run by him. As the boy passed, the director—yapping all the while about the intricacies of his move—pivoted and threw his full weight into an elbow that landed in the kid’s ribs. The boy gasped. The director gestured for the kid to come back around again. This time he pivoted and buried an elbow in the kid’s upper arm. Ouch. The kid came back around a third time, this time taking an elbow to the kidney. Demonstration over and I’m thinking, “Nothing sneaky about that play. The refs would call it every time.” It was obvious to me that the camp director needed to stick to “managing” and forget coaching, which, of course, was exactly what he had been doing all along although it took me a long time to figure that out. Could have been the next week or the next decade when the bulb went on. (I’m so naïve.) The boy the director had chosen as a guinea pig was a troublemaker. This junior counselor was supposed to be providing a Christian role model for impressionable middle school boys. Instead he was moping around, griping and complaining at every turn, and the camp director was over it. So on that day what we were witnessing on the basketball court was not coaching, but a now obsolete brand of management, what you might call “management by elbow.”

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he word “swan” has two definitions, according to Cambridge Dictionaries Online. The water bird with the long, graceful neck and all-white plumage is the noun, of course. The verb is “to travel, move or behave in a relaxed way for pleasure” in a manner that could be perceived as just a wee bit showy. Both meanings have suitable associations for the ball that bears the name. The Swan Ball, as everyone who is anyone knows, is a white-tie event staged by and for Nashville’s A-list to benefit Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art. The site of the Ball is Cheekwood’s Swan Lawn. The lawn gets its name from the fountain at its center ornamented by a bronze swan, neck dramatically arched between uplifted wings, beak giving forth an arc of water like a soprano trilling an aria. In the Ball’s early days, the tables underneath the tent surrounded the fountain, according to an article celebrating the 50th incarnation by Ted Clayton. This was the pre-1978, pre-air conditioning era, when overheated, and possibly over-lubricated, gentlemen occasionally plunged into the fountain to cool off—or so the legend goes. As the gala grew, so did the tent. These days, the swan is unceremoniously unscrewed and banished to the maintenance shed, with the tent floor constructed over the entire lawn, fountain base and all. Thus today’s Ball patrons never see the mascot. They have, however, continued to swan. A good example of swanning occurs at the entrance to the

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manse-turned-museum, where Ball patrons debouch from their motorcars and “move in a relaxed way for pleasure” while flash bulbs blare. And then there’s the ascent up the grand staircase to the piano nobile, another photo op. Remember in Gone With The Wind when Scarlett climbs the stairs, meeting and greeting at Twelve Oaks? Well, it’s like that, but with better clothes. I witnessed these textbook demonstrations of swanning the one time I attended the Ball in the early ’90s. I was the museum’s curator and had been asked to haunt the galleries, to present the exhibits to art-centric partygoers during the cocktail hours. (I use the plural advisedly; the imbibing and mingling period is extensive. One cannot swan when one is sitting at a dinner table.) Determined not to blow a month’s paycheck on an outfit I’d wear for a few hours, I was garbed in a black taffeta skirt my mother had sewn a decade back for an Eliza Doolittle Halloween costume, topped by a silk bustier I’d found at a resale shop for $50—costuming as scavenger hunt. The costliest part of my ensemble was a pair of silver and onyx earrings ($175) from the late and still lamented American Artisan. Of course, few ball-goers found their way to the museum galleries. This was, after all, a party, not a docent tour. As the guests finally wended their way to dinner, I went in search of the caterers working the media tables for my take-home meal. To-go box in hand, I emerged onto the mansion’s front steps, inhaled the hot humid air and swanned down the hill to my car.

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Rooftop races 05.03.14 The cute young Friends of Nashville Ballet rallied on top of the Nashville City Center for an all-day celebration. What started with mint juleps and the Kentucky Derby on the big screen ended with the Nashville Ballet’s premiere of The Ben Folds Project with Petite Mort and Serenade. 1

1. Katie Atkins, Caitlin Heaton, David Smith 2. Molly Wilson, Chair Lauren Hansen, Krystal Clark 3. Beth Ann Kreuter, Micah Trotti, Jillian Fina 4. Anant Gandhi, Marc LaGasse, Ian O’Bryant, Kate Abrams 5. Kate Paradis, Marissa Zimmel

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A crowd of white jeans and flowing spring tops surrounded the Kirbys’ pool to kick off the upcoming Sunset Safari. The three Safari chairs, Kerri, Cynthia and Nora, greeted guests with refreshing cocktails and light bites while Rick discussed the new plans for the zoo. If you haven’t seen the blueprints yet, you’re in for a treat! 1. Nora Kirby, Kerri Johnson, Cynthia Arnholt 2. Rick Schwartz, Renée Chevalier, Jim Hunt 3. Elizabeth Dennis, Birgitta Williamson 4. Paul and Mary Wilson, Gwen Gordon 5. Neely and Frank McGrew, Suzanne Iler, Cynthia Freeman

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c. “There’s a new newsletter, and that means I don’t have to talk as much.” d. “I tried out for the Yankees, and they didn’t pick me.” e. “It’s a little nippy, but we live in a modern age with fireplaces.” f. “I’m channeling Sarah Jessica Parker.” g. “That’s 30 minutes of buttoning.” h. “When I tried them on, the woman told me, ‘you’re going to wear those for the rest of your life.’ And she was right.” i. “I like to leave my mark.”

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What: Red, White and Brew For: The Tomorrow Fund When: Sat., July 12, 3 p.m. Where: Sevier Park Tariff: $35 per person info: thetomorrowfund.org What: Wine and Swine For: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation When: Fri., July 18, 6:30 p.m./VIP, 7:30 p.m./general Where: The Bridge Building co-chairs: William Liles and Elizabeth Bradbury Tariff: $75 per person

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What: Eve of Janus For: Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt When: Sat., July 26, 6:30 p.m. Where: Country Music Hall of Fame co-chairs: Anna Norton and Laurie Seabury party note: Honoring Howard Hatzenstein and Carlton Smith info: 322-7450

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