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Contents May 2014 | Vol. xxi, No. 5

parties 33

Dream home I mpeccable style and design at the O’More Alumni Show House

A crown of silver

Cheers to a cure

Home of the brave

An evening of Japan

FiftyForward celebrates the 25th anniversary of Crown Affair

A night full of promises with JDRF

Crocodile rock

Head of the class

Paying it forward A record crowd welcomes Stacy London to Power of the Purse

features

Show of support

Actor, author, activist

Out on the town

Homes of Distinction

Follow the yellow brick road

Style guide

Forward thinking

Extra! Extra!

An A-list evening

Dance fever

The fun never stops at Nashville Children’s Theatre’s Grand Day

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation honors 30 Under 30

Tennessee Kidney Foundation launches the Spring Soirée

A glamorous evening for the Junior League at Music City Masquerade

CASA’s Red Shoe Party takes guests to the Land of Oz

Runways, parties, shopping and more at Nashville Fashion Week

Nashville Fashion Week introduces Fashion Forward Gala

Luke Perry portrays President Andrew Jackson at the Hermitage Gala

Capturing the beauty and mystery of Japan at the Frist Gala

Chatting with Rob Lowe

Briefs

Open doors

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Nuptials

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Taking vows

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Nspire

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Deconstructing the dish: Cheater Chef

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Arts and galleries

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House and home

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This just in

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On the circuit

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Pencil in

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Nretrospect

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departments 8 In our words Home 10 Behind the scenes Fit for all—The New Beginnings Center, Natasha Weddle 15 Nsider News, rumors & propaganda

Belmont Mansion honors society editors at The Real Social Media: An Event

Celebrating the stars of The Boys & Girls Clubs with Rob Lowe

Rumba, Cha Cha and Tango at Dancing for Safe Haven

ON THE COVER Rob Lowe photographed by David Raccuglia. For more on Rob’s visit to The Boys & Girls Clubs, check out our Great Futures Gala coverage on page 53 and our interview with him on page 76.

The Big Payback, Swan Ball Auction, Loom Décor and more

New shops, restaurants and trunk shows

Latest Nashville weddings

Ferguson vows

A hero’s race

Let them eat soup

Upcoming performing and visual arts

The name game

A novel idea

The heart of the social season

Calendar of May events

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very May, Nfocus features some of the most amazing multi-million dollar residences currently for sale. We think that you’ll agree that this year, the one word that really does apply is distinctive. Whatever feature you are looking for in a home, you’ll find something on the Nashville market today. World-class wine cellar, contemporary architecture, entertainment barn, updated intown living, lovingly restored piece of history—it’s available. And we do suggest that you consider properties with something other than a Nashville address. Flip to page 80 to take a peek inside. We also got a chance this month to see firsthand the work of The Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle

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Tenn. complete with a tour alongside Rob Lowe, our cover guy. The program operates a kind of after-school “home” for kids to get homework assistance, learn healthy eating habits, be in a safe environment and just have fun. After the tour, Rob talked candidly about what he’s been up to and his time in Nashville. Lastly, we are launching a new column called Nspire. Each month the Nfocus crew will visit a nonprofit in our area and showcase its work. We started with the Music City Marathon. Our own Abby White trained with a Nashville family who called St. Jude home for more than a year. Her story starts on page 104. Let us know what you think. Happy Spring!

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any of us believe that fitness is a necessity, something that everyone should prioritize. But in reality, fitness is a luxury. Gym memberships and personal trainers cost money, and eating nutritiously is often expensive and time-consuming. Natasha Weddle is working to change this reality and bring fitness to the masses. Natasha has spent more than 15 years in nutrition and fitness training, working mainly with college athletes. When Natasha turned 40, she wanted to do something more impactful with her work. Ranked 39th in wellness, the state of Tennessee spends billions of dollars annually fighting diseases related to obesity and very little to prevent it. So Natasha decided to take matters into her own hands and start a nonprofit that would offer personal training services to low-income women in Nashville. Almost three years in, The New Beginnings Center serves about 200 women a year. The program has three components: exercise, nutri-

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cold and rainy day couldn’t keep the fashionable ladies of Nashville away from Nurses for Newborns’ Spring Fashion Fling. Held at the Hillwood Country Club, partygoers were eager to get inside and peruse silent auction items that included a guitar signed by Lady Antebellum, as well as gifts from Stacey Rhodes Boutique, Stella & Dot and other stylish shops. As guests mingled, we noticed a single male in attendance, but he had good reason to be there. Nathaniel Beaver, son of Nurses for Newborns executive director Vicki, served the roles of supportive son and the Hillwood sponsor for the event.

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while beauty stylist Crystal Hoyt advised the ladies of what to keep and what to get rid of in their makeup bags. As the guests filed out of the country club, their auction items awaiting them, the hope of Brooke’s story and an arsenal of fashion advice filled each with a sense of achievement for a rainy Sunday afternoon well spent!

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he Tennessee Repertory Theatre’s First Night Supper Club regularly brings theatergoers together to celebrate the opening of the Rep’s latest offering, which never disappoints. An enthusiastic crowd gathered at the downtown offices of Waller Lansden Dortch and Davis for a pre-show cocktail reception and dinner before the Rep’s opening of a perennial favorite, Stephen Sondheim’s Company. As guests enjoyed Alexander’s Catering’s passed hors d’œuvres of spiced apple and shallot chutney with Gorgonzola dolce, fried basil and crispy wonton, they browsed silent auction items including a Singer sewing machine, a deluxe coffee package from Dean and Deluca, and Nashville Fashion Week all-access passes. While everyone enjoyed the beautiful view of the city from the Waller office, they dined on grilled tritip over crème fraîche potatoes, grilled asparagus and Shrimp Newburg. The evening also served as the revelation of the Rep’s upcoming season, which kicks off the group’s 30th anniversary on October 4 with another great Sondheim show, Sweeney Todd. Once dinner was over, the group—including Kitty Emery, Betty Dickens, Jenny and Chris Wilson, board president Martha Trammell, past board president Pamela Johnson, Chris Chamberlain, Lisa Tinsley, Barry Lapidus, Sally Levine, George Barrett, Andy Howell, Harry Blake and Dennis O’Brien—hustled to get to

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he recent American Heart Association Go Red for Women fundraiser, Red Haute Cocktails and Couture, was just that—romantically red hot with a coupling of organic, sustainable, eco-friendly and visually appealing entertainment thrown in the mix. Chairwoman Victoria Hallman Traver is to be commended for shaking things up at the fun Heart Association benefit events. This was anything but predictable! On a beautiful spring evening under the protective gilded arms of the Parthenon’s Athena statue, Go Red orchestrated one of the most unique, unconventional, sophisticated and transformative fashion shows to be held in Nashville—or anywhere, we imagine. Romantic designer and visual artist Jeff Garner’s unique talents were on full display. He has received multiple honors for the creations of Prophetik, his Civil War-inspired fashion label. The most recent tribute bestowed upon him was being named New Upcoming Designer of the Year at Paris Fashion Week last fall. Victoria, looking like a diminuLouis Brown, Eliza Moorhead Brown, Patrick tive Snow White, Dougherty, Jane MacLeod, Nina Brown de Clercq, Martin Brown, Martin Brown wore a full-skirted, black lace and residency program, and thanked the ivory organza Grace Kelly dress. The many supporters in attendance for garment was straight from Jeff ’s Motheir generous contributions that naco tribute show where Victoria and make these programs possible. Patrick husband, Franklin, were guests. joked that they found “every stick in The well-heeled crowd mixed and the county” to create these sculptures, mingled, enjoying luscious libations and thanked the Cheekwood staff for their help. As they wandered through the gallery, guests enjoyed grilled polenta with sun-dried tomato pesto, feta and basil, and crostini topped with a variety of toppings, including Brie and fresh strawberries, olive tapenade and Serrano ham, and chimiDeby Pitts, Hud Hudson, Chase Cole, churri steak and shaved Milton White manchego. Everyone was eager to visit Little Bitty Pretty One in person, includand appetizers from Corner Market ing Ed and Rachel Schneider, Steve before being ushered in to find their and Kate Ezell, Jimmy and Frances seats. Chairs were placed to the left Spradley, Tooty Bradford, Louise and right of the catwalk, with the two McKenzie, Louis Brown, Eliza Moorsets of bronze doors opened to allow

fter a very rough winter, everybody in Nashville is more than ready for spring this year, and Cheekwood has a fascinating new exhibit by Patrick Dougherty to lure you back outside. Patrick, the 2014 Martin Shallenberger Artist-in-Residence, has installed more than 200 largescale temporary sculptures from sticks in museums, gardens and private residencies around the globe. His new installation, Little Bitty Pretty One, will be displayed in the garden this spring, and a breathtaking photography exhibit in the courtyard gallery details his past work. In a preview reception to celebrate this brilliant fusion of nature and carpentry, Cheekwood president and CEO Jane MacLeod spoke of the importance of the Shallenberger

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the beautiful evening sky to serve as a backdrop. Enchanting musical selections were performed by both Roy Wooten and his ensemble and the amazing Eric Heatherly. Add in the operatic version of “Beautiful Dreamer,” sung by Michael Murdoch, and you had an evening of music as eclectic and unusual as Jeff ’s fashionable gowns crafted from vintage fabrics. This show was pure perfection. Aptly entitled “Dreamer’s Cure,” the event provided the designer and the chairwoman an opportunity to candidly address their involvement. “Jeff ’s daughter was born with a heart defect and I suffered a stroke,” explained Victoria. “With your help tonight, maybe none of you will have to experience heart disease.” So well said and, obviously, the sentiments came straight from the heart. Some of the fetching fashion plates in attendance included Vicki Horne, Lucie Carroll, Carla Nelson, Deby Pitts, Anne Cain, Debbie Casey, Patsy Weigel, Chase Cole, Susan and Damon Byrd, Joyce Hitt, Hunter Armistead, Bill Anderson, Nancy Russell, Ashley Henry, Milton White, Lois Riggins-Ezzell, Leigh Hendry and several fashion bloggers.

guests at every seat. Co-chairs Mary Frances McCullar and Nahed Zehr really took care to make sure everything was planned to perfection. Albert Menefee welcomed the crowd before handing the mic over to the hospital’s own Meg Rush, who shared a few staggering statistics about the scope of Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital’s service to kids across Middle Tennessee and beyond. Heather Vincent, representing the presenting sponsor Bank of America, and Libby Cheek, executive director of the Iroquois Alliance, shared their enthusiasm about the upcoming race. But, the speaker that won everyone’s hearts was Michael Stanley, this year’s child ambassador. Thirteen and cancer-free, Michael is a passionate, well-spoken and absolutely adorable spokesman for the hospital’s incredible work! The crowd of horse enthusiasts and children’s hospital supporters included Theresa Menefee, Dwight Hall, Erin Morrison, Mary and Alex Wade, Beth Moore, Marianne Byrd, GeorgeAnn Dingus, Stephen Heard, George Anderson, Kellie Keys and Michael’s proud parents, Cindy and Tony Stanley.

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t may be hard to believe, but SteeSouthern warmth was in the air plechase is right around the corner! at the home of Melanie and MiAnd with the imminent arrival of the chael Shane Neal, as guests arrived annual day at the races comes the by shuttle to the hosts’ English manSteeplechase Spring Luncheon, held or-style house for the Crown Affair recently at Monroe Carell Jr. ChilPatrons Party. The spacious outdoor dren’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. Mother Nature got the memo, providing a brilliantly warm day for the intimate gathering. Guests flowed into the hospital’s First Tennessee Conference Center and Theater, adorably decked out in happy hues of yellow and white. Mason jars overflowing with daisies lined tables draped in burlap, creating an atmosphere akin to a springtime picnic. And like any good picnic, the Michael Shane and Melanie Neal, Yvonne and Don Greene luncheon provided a bounteous spread for attendees. Maggiano’s catered the affair, satisfypatio and gardens greeted attendees ing palates with their scrumptious with a summer fragrance and led the house salad, baked ziti and chicken way to the wondrous painting studio Marsala, not to mention a tempting to the side of the house. Once inside display of cookies. Mini cakes from the studio itself, patrons “oohed” and Nothing Bundt Cakes also awaited “ahhed” at the full-length portraits on display, as well as Shane and Melanie’s fascinating collection of historic typewriters, antique books and ornate magnifying glasses. But there was no need for a closer look to recognize that everyone felt right at home, mingling as though it were a family gathering. Of course, the reason for the evening’s merriment was never far from anyone’s mind as this year’s Crowning Achievement Award recipients, Aileen Katcher Cindy and Tony Stanley and Jerry Williams, were introwith Michael duced along with Shining Star continued on page 18

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Fifth Avenue where Nashville Fashion Week had taken over the street with an outdoor runway show. Spotted in the crowd of Tennessee State Museum supporters were Andrew Potts, Bobby and Cathy Thomas, Clare Armistead, Dianne Neal, Jim Marvin, Austin Pennington and Anne Cain.

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he Nashville Public Education Foundation celebrated their 10th anniversary in a big way at the recent Hall of Fame luncheon. Not only were six new inductees honored, the event exceeded the organization’s previous fundraising record, bringing in more than a quarter of a million dollars for Metro Nashville Public Schools. Talk about a successful anniversary party! An impressive roster of community leaders, educators, lawmakers and philanthropists convened at the Country Music Hall of Fame’s Event Hall for the afternoon awards ceremony. Two Twenty-Two Grill and Catering provided the delicious lunch— a mixed greens salad with crumbled bleu cheese, spicy fried pecans and crisp vegetable chips, a pan-fried breast of chicken with sage au jus and roasted acorn squash, and molten chocolate cake—while sweet arrangements of white hydrangeas, red tulips, dusty miller and white wax flowers graced tabletops. Vicki Yates emceed the luncheon, with welcoming remarks from Mayor Karl Dean and Director of Schools Jesse Register. Ben Folds performed a special musical tribute, accompanied by the East High School chorus, before the presentation of the awards. The Distin-

and Jere and Linda Ervin, co-chairs for this year’s A Tennessee Waltz, were on hand to welcome guests along with Anna and Gif Thornton, co-chairs for the Ladies and Gentlemen’s event. The main attraction for the evening was, without question, the impressive haul of silent auction goodies. The standouts among the items up for grabs, according to silent auction chair Nancy Russell, were a trip to Birdsong Resort—“Google it and you’ll die,” she said—along with “scrumptious jewelry and every kind of resJesse Register, Bill Frist, Phil Bredesen taurant in the world.” Speaker of the House Beth Harwell didn’t want to wander guished Alumni Awards were given too far from the table so she could to James Bearden, Jeffrey Eskind, keep an eye on the beautiful jewelry Sandra Lipman and Brenda Wynn. she was bidding on. All four esteemed honorees were The crowd spilled out onto the graduates of Metro Nashville Public terrace—a perfect gathering spot on Schools and were lauded for their such a pleasant spring night—and adprofessional successes and commumired the clear views of downtown, nity leadership. This year’s Nelson the Cumberland River and beyond. C. Andrews Distinguished Service Particularly brave guests could also Award was bestowed upon former peer over the building’s edge down to Governor Phil Bredesen and former continued on page 20

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he folks at Harbor Island Yacht Club on Old Hickory Lake are both fun-loving and generous folks indeed. They voted, after a presentation by Club Chaplain Gene Lovelace, who is coincidentally the Chaplain at Alive Hospice, to convert one of the club’s longest running sailing races to benefit the hospice organization and rename it after their former Commodore and Alive Hospice patient, O.L. Shultz. Gene had attended a similar event in Pensacola where he got the idea and successfully pitched it to his crew at HIYC. The first annual O.L. Shultz Regatta and Regatta Splash Kick-Off Party were born.

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ashville is turning Japanese. Well, at least its art scene is. With the Frist Center’s Looking East: Western Artists and the Allure of Japan exhibit and the recent Cherry Blossom Festival, an explosion of Japanese culture has been sent into the city’s veins. That’s why Cheekwood’s addition of Modern Twist: Contemporary Japanese Bamboo Art came as no surprise to those keeping up with current trends in the artistic realms of Nashville. Guests fed into the Cheekwood mansion on a warm Patti Miller, Elsie Shultz, Tim Shultz spring night to finally discover what As sailors like to say, “You can’t the hubbub was all about. As difcontrol the wind, but you can adjust ficult as it is not to be captivated by your sails,” and this energetic group the thousands of blooms sprouting did just that. The Alive Hospice organi- up across Cheekwood’s expanse, atzation appreciates that point of view. tendees knew the real masterpieces According to Anna-Gene O’Neal, were inside where Cheekwood CEO Alive President and CEO, “you can’t Jane MacLeod—wearing an exceedcontrol when the last months come, ingly appropriate floral kimono-esque but AH is there to make that time the jacket over a hot pink cocktail dress— best it can be.” Many of us can attest to and Japanese Consul-General Motohiko Kato were waiting to greet them. their skills at doing just that. The evening could not have been more beautiful and was appropriately held at the Bridge Building with its glorious vista of The Cumberland River and downtown Nashville. Guests, dressed in nautical attire, enjoyed cocktails while bidding on Barbara and Jack Bovender, Celeste Wilson silent auction continued on page 22

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Japanese-inspired hors d’œuvres, prepared by Chef ’s Market, and Cherry Blossoms—the pink-tinted gin-infused signature cocktails of the evening—kept the crowd happy as they anticipated viewing the bamboo pieces and woodblock prints being housed upstairs. The Japanese influence didn’t end with the food as it could be seen in everything from the bamboo and lily centerpieces to the soothing music being played on the koto—otherwise known as a Japanese harp. Barbara and Jack Bovender, who graciously sponsored the Modern Twist exhibit, mingled with guests downstairs. The night wasn’t only meant to celebrate the bamboo art pieces, though. Selections from Judy and Joe Barker’s collection of JapaKerri and Bill Anderson, Sally Levine, nese woodblock George Barrett prints were hung in the upstairs June Bogle, Nancy Coleman, Mary gallery, as well. While the woodand David Rollins, Anne and Neil block prints focus on the fashionable Pennington, Jocelyn McCall, Judy women of the shin hanga period and Williams, Martha Ingram, Gil Merthe bamboo art drifts more into the ritt, Betty and Ed Thackston, and category of changing and innovative Kerri and Bill Anderson and event shapes, the exhibits paired nicely toteam Debora Glennon, Morel Enoch gether given their similar emphasis on Harvey, Joyce Jeffords and Judy Wilcraftsmanship. Attendees celebrating liams. But as soon as everyone enthe Japanese cultural influx at Cheejoyed their last bite of tiramisu with kwood included Dianne Neal, Laura fresh berries, they rushed across the Niewold, Granbery and Mary Lee street just in time for the show. Jackson, Joe’s cute daughter Michelle

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Payback is sweet Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a part of a payback so big that the entirety of Middle Tennessee was affected? Well, The Community Foundation has and they are bringing their dreams to life by creating the most collaborative charitable donation event in Tennessee history. The Big Payback is a unique opportunity for donors across the mid-state area to open their billfolds for more than 1,300 nonprofit organizations spread among 40 counties. The catch? It’s all online! For a full 24 hours, donors will be allowed to pay by credit card from 6 a.m. on Tuesday, May 6, to 6 a.m. on Wednesday, May 7. Unlike sponsored donation marathons that we often see on television, these are not pledges. Each giver will be able to watch their actual gifts fill up on a leaderboard, with separate tracks for small and large nonprofits, in real time. And the gifts will keep on giving as every donation received will be amplified by incentive prizes of more than $150,000 for the nonprofits participating in the event. The prizes will be handed out every hour for the entire 24-hour period, keeping the event stimulating and participation enticing. The Community Foundation has always been on the lookout for innovative ways to ramp up and engage donors in various opportunities throughout the year. Their hope with The Big Payback is that they will be able to increase donations during a quiet time of the year and show their unending support to local organizations that help make the community better and brighter. For more information, visit thebigpayback.org.

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We all want stylish, unique homes. That can be hard to accomplish at your average home store, where your sister, neighbor and hairdresser are all probably shopping too. However, hiring a designer and purchasing custom furniture can really add up. Thankfully, the Nashville- and Brooklyn-based website Loom Décor is here to help. Owners Nichole Ocepek and Ashley Baker have created an online marketplace that offers custom home décor at affordable prices. Because they purchase all of their fabric in bulk, they are able to offer designer-quality goods at about 60 percent of what you might pay for the same fabrics in an upscale showroom. Loom lets you be the designer, offering three ( fun!) ways to shop. If you’re looking for ready-made items, you can shop their pre-designed “inspirations,” from table linens and curtains to pillows and bedding. For a more hands-on approach, browse over 400 designer-quality fabrics and order items in whatever print you choose. The third option is to purchase fabric by the yard and use as you please! If you need a little help deciding on a print, or advice on decorating an entire room, Loom also offers free design assistance. Sign up for a full online or in-home consultation, or if you just have a quick question, you can call, email or chat online. Send pictures of a room to a stylist, and they will make recommendations based on your personal tastes. Plus, you can

Merridian Home Furnishings has moved from its location on Franklin Road to a much larger building on Sidco Drive, and they’ve got loads of new inventory to show for it. Owners Patrick and Merry Dougherty have added curtains to their offerings, as well as new upholstery lines, more lamps and a much greater variety of furniture, with something for almost every room and style. The move to Sidco Drive also places the store at the heart of Nashville’s interior design district, the destination for anyone looking for beautiful home furnishings. Merridian, which is based out of Louisville, has been providing unique furniture to Nashvillians for several years. Patrick and Merry opened the Louisville store in 1996 after traveling the world to find the interesting pieces of furniture they wanted for their home as newlyweds. Their first supplier was in the Czech Republic, and they now work with craftsmen in places like India, China, Asia and Thailand. Because they deal directly with the makers of the furniture, instead of employing a middleman, they are able to offer specialty pieces at lower prices than most furniture stores. Over the years, they have gradually added more vendors, including a few domestic ones. Patrick sees this move as a chance to showcase how they have evolved as a store, growing from a fairly one-dimensional style to a range that appeals to a variety of tastes. Merridian also has in-house designers on staff, so if you like what you see in the store, you will probably like working with their team. If you haven’t been to Merridian in a while, now is the time to stop back in and see what’s new!

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Bidder up! The Swan Ball may be a night for Nashville’s finest to don dapper tails and gorgeous gowns, but it’s also about raising money for Cheekwood. One way to do so is by bidding on items at the Swan Ball Auction Party on May 15 at Belle Meade Country Club. The Auction Party has not been a stand-alone event since 2009, but with this haul, the auction definitely deserves its own special night. This year’s Auction chairmen, Lorie Duke, Jody Hull and Amy Liz Riddick, have worked tirelessly alongside their dedicated committee to present some of the finest lots to ever be auctioned off in Nashville. Wanderlust—a desire to travel—is one of the defining themes of this year’s Ball, and the auction items have certainly complied. If you’ve ever wanted to explore the wildlife of Africa by going on daily safaris or take a seven-night voyage on the largest privately-owned residential yacht in the world, you cannot miss this event. Not all the fun will take place at the Auction Party, though. Four noteworthy lots are being held to auction live at the Swan Ball on June 7. A trip for six to Beverly Hills to take a peek inside Jay Leno’s 17,000-square foot garage is being auctioned off, but if cars aren’t your speed, Verdura cuffs and trips to Argentina and Chile or New Zealand will also be up for grabs. Thanks, Cheekwood, for making it easy to give back! For more information about the Auction Party and auction lots, visit swanball.com/auction.

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Topanaris, 1812 Hayes Street, 678-4031. This upscale Jamaican-inspired eatery in Midtown makes healthy eating easy with a broad selection of raw, vegan, vegetarian and organic dishes, as well as fresh allnatural juices.

Bella Nashville Bakery, 1010 Fatherland Street, 4903627. The genius behind the popular pizza sold in the Farmers’ Market is breaking bread with their new East Nashville artisan bakery.

Padrino’s Pops, 4002c Granny White Pike, 931-3342394. Warmer temperatures call for cool, sweet treats like these creamy, fruit-flavored popsicles.

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Title Boxing Club, 1906 Church Street, 942-5919. This fitness club packs a punch with boxing classes for men and women.

LUSH, 2126 Abbott Martin Road, 292-9915. Fresh, handmade cosmetics and unique bath and body products come to The Mall at Green Hills.

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Providence Interiors, 2209 Bandywood Drive, 873-1372. Antiques, upholstery and lighting are just a few of the décor items sold at this boutique and design studio.

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Gus Mayer, 2113 Green Hills Village Drive, 383-4771. May 15-17, Zang Toi. May 29-30, Lafayette.

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Dream home Impeccable style and design at the O’More Alumni Show House

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ith a storm looming, a warm and humid evening made for the perfect time to slip inside the O’More Alumni Show House in Franklin. For those who simply couldn’t wait another day to see the yearlong project realized, a special Preview Party was held the night before the home’s unveiling to the public. A newly refurbished house meant guests were required to slip blue booties over their shoes, and while they didn’t exactly complement anyone’s outfit, partygoers certainly agreed to wear them. They hadn’t come this far to let an unfashionable accessory stand in their way! Stepping inside, the foyer was filled with pleasant piano renditions of songs from classic movies like The Sound of Music. The designers of each room were stationed in their respective spaces—often with their own personal group of cheerleaders including spouses and various members of their teams—eagerly awaiting questions and comments about their work. Project designer JoAnne Haynes, who completely reworked the floor plan of the house, mingled with inquisitive attendees as well. Some especially captivating accents we spotted in the house included the breakfast nook wall covered in a sepia wallpaper of downtown Franklin and Herb Williams’ equality sign wall hangings—made entirely out of colorful crayons—displayed in the upstairs loft. We especially couldn’t get over the polka-dot closet, designed by Kathy Sandler, located in the girls’ bedroom and Jennifer Jones’ brilliant non-electronic game room. After looking around the entirety of the house, guests were invited to a tent in the side yard, which was expertly splashed with white and green and included a couple of rambunctious parakeets in antique cages. White couches and bistro tables were set up for those partaking in food and drinks provided by Franklin’s own Cool Café. While revelers may have attended the event to get a first peek at the Show House, their generosity will aid in creating more talented O’More alumni like the ones presenting their work that night. Erin Crabtree photographs by Michael W. Bunch

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Crocodile rock The fun never stops at Nashville Children’s Theatre’s Grand Day

breezy Sunday afternoon was a good day to be outside, and an even better day to be at Nashville Children’s Theatre’s 15th annual Grand Day celebration. Grandparents, parents and children packed the house to enjoy a performance of the fun musical, Lyle the Crocodile, followed by a rollicking, old-school carnival on the grounds. The play, based on popular children’s books by Bernard Waber and adapted by Kevin Kling of PBS’s All Things Considered, tells the story of the Primm family who move into their New York City apartment to find a crocodile living in the bathtub. The saxophone-playing, caviar-eating Lyle wins the family over and they invite him to stay. Neighbor Mr. Grumpy is not so thrilled. But, no spoilers! Following the play, Jackson and L.J. Darden were crowned Kings of Grand Day. The brothers shared the crown, more often with their mom than each other, to keep it from blowing away. The young kings and others enjoyed a myriad of activities including a cupcake walk, train rides, fire truck tours and an inflatable obstacle course. From the looks of the long line, Amanda Sabin’s Awesome Faces was one of the more popular destinations. With a deft hand, she painted butterflies, rainbows and frogs, creating mini masterpieces on little faces. Lyle, Mrs. Primm and Mr. Grumpy posed for photos with guests. Other cast members helped a group create Lyle hand puppets and led them in a darling parade through the crowd, just as Lyle did. Partygoers worked up mighty big appetites thanks to all of the bouncing, parading and cakewalking! The Cupcake Collection, Pied Piper Creamery, JONbalaya and CiCi’s Pizza provided savory and sweet treats from popcorn to “Lyle’s Turkish caviar,” better known as jellybeans. It was a fantastic day for the big crowd, and for Nashville Children’s Theatre. Proceeds from Grand Day support children, families and teachers to help them experience the performances, camps and classes that we love.

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Emily Bigelow, Peter Bigelow, Nancy Culver

Anne Louis Todd, Bonney Todd, Rene Ward, Chloe Ward

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Bobbie Meredith, Chris Brashear

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Ellen Hammer, Joseph Brandon

Meg and Scott Turner

Brian and Allison Reichenbach, Blake Wilson

Head of the class Cystic Fibrosis Foundation honors 30 Under 30

or the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s Tennessee chapter, introducing the sixth class of Nashville’s Top 30 Under 30 is an incredible opportunity to showcase our community’s rising philanthropists. This year’s class includes a diverse group of truly inspiring youngsters, from attorneys to registered nurses to public school teachers to CEOs, all of whom know the importance of giving back. More than 400 guests gathered at the Hutton Hotel to honor this group, starting with a packed cocktail hour where attendees had the opportunity to browse silent auction items, including goods from Batch Nashville, Hatch Show Print and The Frist Center, and getaways to Chattanooga and two luxe Nashville staycation packages. During the cocktail hour, the honorees mingled with their friends and families. “It’s a real privilege to be among these honorees,” Megan Turner told us as her parents, Meg and Scott, looked on proudly. “Considering how much they’ve done for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, I’m just honored to be included.” As guests filed into the ballroom, the 2014 chairs Frankie Mohylsky and Brittany Wegusen welcomed the crowd, who sat to a dinner of Caesar salad with Parmesan croutons and roasted onions and peppers, cracked pepper and sea salt flat iron steak, roasted exotic mushrooms, ricotta polenta and Barolo onions and espresso ricotta cheesecake. As they ate, they were treated to guest speakers Belinda Dinwiddie Havron, director of donor education for The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, and Ginger King Birnbaum, president of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation board of directors in Chattanooga and mother of a child with cystic fibrosis. These stirring speeches reminded everyone of the importance of the fundraising work they do. In addition to honoring the 30 Under 30, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation presented the Breath of Life Award to Chase Cowden and Allison Reichenbach, the Hitchcock Humanitarian Award to Ellen Green, the Marchetti Circle of Hope Award to Luke Gustafson and Mollie Gass, and the Outstanding Alumni Award to Julie Moran. After dinner, everyone was treated to a performance by local favorites The Diggy Band.

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Louise Bairnsfather, Phyllis Silverstein, Danielle Bouharoun, Beth Raebeck Hall

Co-chair Barbara Keith Payne, Tricia Carswell, Co-chair Mary Jo Shankle

Meera Ballal, Rita Mitchell, Grace Awh

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Paying it forward A record crowd welcomes Stacy London to Power of the Purse

he Women’s Fund of the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee commemorates its 20th anniversary this year, and their annual fundraiser Power of the Purse was certainly a worthy celebration. Relocating to the Music City Center, the women’s luncheon, chaired by Barbara Keith Payne and Mary Jo Shankle, welcomed a record crowd—nearly 800 ladies in attendance!—and a record number of purses to auction off from iconic designers like Tory Burch and Tiffany. When partygoers weren’t bidding on new handbags, they were reaching deep into their own purses to donate to this very special cause that exists to meet the needs of women and girls and affect positive social change in our city and beyond. As Board Chair Tricia Carswell so eloquently shared, since its inception in 1994, The Women’s Fund has donated more than $800,000 in grants to agencies serving women and girls in the areas of healthcare, domestic violence, hunger, education and more. Thanks to a surprise announcement from Janet Ayers about a $1 million contribution from the Ayers Foundation, along with a generous gift from Andrea Carlton and a two-minute giving challenge that raised $46,827, The Women’s Fund’s future will be even brighter and more life-changing for females in need. As attendees enjoyed a light lunch—an artisan lettuce and arugula salad topped with thyme herb charred beef tenderloin and grilled prawns—the afternoon’s keynote speaker, Stacy London, took the stage. Given Stacy’s background as host of What Not to Wear, all of the ladies in the crowd were dressed to the nines in their most fashionable springtime apparel. “There’s a lot of color,” Stacy enthused, as she approached the podium. “I’m thrilled.” As a fashion and style expert, Stacy spoke about the various ways our purses meet needs, both in the literal sense—carrying our lipstick for a night out, or diapers and snacks for the little ones—and the metaphorical ones, like how we can help others through our resources, whatever they may be. Because, as all the ladies in this crowd can attest, the one thing that never goes out of style is a generous heart.

Melissa Frist, Abby Slagle, Julie Cavallo, Tracy Abrams

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Show of support Tennessee Kidney Foundation launches the Spring Soirée

f you referenced your social calendar recently, you may have noticed that the Kidney Kaper was absent. Not to worry; this beloved event hasn’t been canceled, it’s just transitioned into the Spring Soirée and the committed supporters of the Tennessee Kidney Foundation are as dedicated as ever to improving the health and well-being of Tennesseans affected by kidney disease. In addition to the name change, the event moved to the opulent grand ballroom of the Omni Nashville Hotel. More than 500 guests—many dressed in the bright colors and floral patterns reminiscent of the blooming spring—enjoyed a cocktail reception upon arrival, stopping in the photo booth on the way in. We bumped into Leslie Schumacher-McKee, who proudly introduced us to her brother, Stephen Schumacher, who donated his kidney to her. Stephen, a teacher at Nashville School of the Arts, and Leslie were on hand to show support to the organization and raise awareness, and the Tennessee Kidney Foundation couldn’t have asked for better ambassadors! After considering silent auction items that included antique jewelry and a Gibson Les Paul, attendees filed into the ballroom for dinner, where foundation president Ron Carter welcomed the crowd and thanked them for their support. Dinner—a light, chilled watermelon and baby heirloom tomato salad followed by a petite bistro filet and roasted grouper—was accompanied by quite a show. Master of ceremonies and mentalist Kevin King kept partygoers entertained with plenty of tricks, while artist Dan Dunn captivated the room through his “paint jam”— improvisational speed painting to a soundtrack of Johnny Cash and The Beatles. These paintings were later auctioned off, adding to the more than $300,000 raised throughout the evening. After a dessert of strawberry Napoleon and chocolate truffles, the crowd participated in a live auction before hitting the dance floor to the tunes of Tim Akers and the Smoking Section, closing out a perfect evening filled with magical moments.

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Rhonda Batsuk, Julie Ochs

Abby White photographs by Eric England

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Out on the town A glamorous evening for the Junior League at Music City Masquerade Megan Massa, Jocelyn Chambers

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Kate Meriwether, Pat Wallace, Ellen Lehman

or the Junior League of Nashville’s Music City Masquerade, the courtyard of the War Memorial Auditorium was filled with gorgeous dames and their dapper dates ready for the fun-filled night ahead. On this warm spring evening, couples dashed down the War Memorial’s picturesque steps to take photos, calling to mind a more sophisticated prom, before joining their friends for a packed cocktail hour, where attendees enjoyed passed hors d’œuvres and drinks while event chairs Lynda Berretta and Cara Ellis worked the crowd. Folks were festively dressed for the masquerade theme; many of the ladies carried masks and donned plenty of sparkle. After pausing to take in the goods up for grabs in the silent auction, guests swarmed into the auditorium, which was lavishly decorated with French flair—were those enormous centerpieces from the Tuileries? The dinner started with a poached quail egg, crispy sopressa, toasted pine nuts, bleu cheese and warm bacon vinaigrette atop a bed of spring greens before making way for the main course of filet mignon with Marseille shrimp, sauce choron, pommes royale, vegetable tian and French bread, and a dessert of cherry clafoutis with cherry herring anglaise. Junior League president Catherine Beemer welcomed the crowd, noting the history of the league’s dedication of service and the essential role of our community’s women and their commitment to improving children’s health. The League’s Paragon Awards were then presented to Ellen Lehman (Community Service Award), Kate Meriwether (Outstanding Service Award) and Pat Wallace, who received a standing ovation for her Sustainer Award. While guests exited the auditorium, the afterparty was just getting started. As they danced to tunes from the Scat Springs Band, partygoers enjoyed signature cocktails—French martinis and Presbyterians—which paired nicely with late-night bites such as grilled three-cheese paninis, black angus sliders, white truffle macaroni, buffalo chicken in a blanket, and, everyone’s favorite, milkshake shots. Incoming president Laura Creekmore enthused, “This is a wonderful evening to celebrate our volunteers and their contributions.”

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Unique Robinson, Karin Fryer

Don Brain, Co-chairs Christie Wilson and Cheryl Read, Joel Sullivan

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Follow the yellow brick road CASA’s Red Shoe Party takes guests to the Land of Oz

hey say if you follow the yellow brick road, you will find your heart’s true desires, and there were certainly no cowardly lions at this year’s CASA Red Shoe Party. We found our own courage as we followed the golden path indoors and were greeted by none other than the Land of Oz itself. The walls, splashed with a shimmering green, created a luxurious Emerald City that housed refreshments in all four corners of the intimate Rocketown space, reminding us all that the man behind the curtain—or the bar, in this case—still holds all the magic. White wooden tables with crimson tablecloths and sunflower and poppy accents centered the room as the prime location for guests to lounge and enjoy the scrumptious pasta bar created by Bacon & Caviar Gourmet Catering. The rhythmic tunes of 24/7 provided the evening’s electric entertainment. Songs like “Love Train” seemed only too appropriate to perform against a rainbow backdrop, while some patrons wiggled from their seats and others continued the munchkin merriment by bidding at the side silent auction. Guests were also encouraged to snap a photo or two in front of the picturesque backdrop of the famous brick trail and its fluorescent green castle counterpart. Although revelers might have been weary from their travels, they continued to prove that they could strut their stuff, taking to the dance floor and showing off just how red-hot their feet really were. When The Red Shoe Contest finalists were announced for both males and females, we had to admit that the winners would have made Dorothy proud. However, the festivities remained a solid reminder of the event’s charity, helping kids find permanent homes and following their own yellow brick roads to a safe and successful future. And what could be more inspiring than realizing that there really is no place like home?

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Style guide Runways, parties, shopping and more at Nashville Fashion Week

or the fourth year, Nashville Fashion Week celebrated all things sartorial with several days of runway shows, cocktail parties, shopping events and educational panels, shining a light on our city’s rapidly growing fashion community. The fun kicked off Tuesday night with a runway show at one of the city’s hottest new venues, The Rosewall. Every guest was treated to a red-carpet arrival, stopping to strike a pose for photogs before scrambling for a seat to see the latest from Pink Elephants Designs, Brooke Atwood, Abi Ferrin, Melrose Space 10, Lagi Nadeau and Laura Kathleen. Not that we’re biased or anything (OK, maybe just a little), but our favorites were the local designers who bookended the show: Elizabeth Suzann’s perfectly tailored, minimalist designs started things on a high note, and Black By Maria Silver’s edgy, modern line ended it on one. On day two, the fun moved to The Ruby, where O’More College of Design presented the Emerging Designers: Soluna, aDARable, SMOK, Cat-Land Forever Couture, Eric Adler, Anna Victoria, Patrick T. Cooper Resort, Maarika Mann of MFPM, Isabel S-K and Ana Maria. The highlight of the evening was local girl Lauren Leonard’s LEONA line, which you can purchase at her cute 12South shop (hint, hint). On Friday, everybody had their fingers crossed for good weather for the evening’s outdoor show, scheduled to take place on Fifth Avenue of the Arts. Fortunately, Mother Nature cooperated. The Rymer Gallery, The Arts Company and Tinney Contemporary welcomed attendees for drinks and hors d’œuvres before the runway show that took over Fifth, showing the styles of Skif International, Amanda Uprichard, Samantha Pleet, VAUTE Couture and SW3 Bespoke. After a day of educational panels, the event closed with another fantastic night, featuring the designs of Cavortress, Roxenstone, Jacob Holston, Johnathan Kayne, Julia Clancey and Rodd & Gunn. We can’t wait to see what the folks behind Nashville Fashion Week come up with for the fifth anniversary next year, and we’re already thinking about what we’ll be wearing…

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Jordan Blankenbecler, Carolyn Kendall, Isabella Kendall, Cheryl Touchtone

Cara Jackson, Brad Belanger

Amanda Valentine and Will Holland

Tim Ozgener, Betsy Briggs Cathcart, Milton White

Laura Citron, Julia and Andrew Clancey

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Forward thinking Nashville Fashion Week introduces Fashion Forward Gala

ince its inception in 2011, Nashville Fashion Week has been bringing regional and national designers, educators and professionals together in a stylish celebration of Music City’s growing fashion industry. In addition to world-class runway shows, panels, workshops, trunk shows and parties, Nashville Fashion Week added a soirée to the lineup this year with the introduction of the Fashion Forward Gala. Held at Nashville’s newest, coolest art-inspired event space, OZ, the Gala attracted an eclectic mix of the city’s most sophisticated trendsetters for an evening of fun and inspiration. The festivities kicked off with a lively cocktail hour in the Zen garden, and the weather could not have been lovelier. As guests enjoyed refreshing libations and bites from Chef ’s Market, they were treated to pop-up performances from Southern Word, The Nashville Film Festival, Titter GLITZ and The Nashville Shakespeare Festival. Curated by the Metro Nashville Arts Commission, the pieces showcased the brilliant artistic talent our city possesses in a wide variety of mediums. When attendees entered the Grand Salon—after posing for a photo op on the red carpet, naturally—they were enthralled by yet another spectacular performance as aerialists from FALL gracefully tumbled from the ceiling along black ribbons of fabric. Equally captivating was the impressive list of speakers and presenters on the docket for the evening’s program. Nashville Fashion Week co-founders Connie Cathcart-Richardson, Marcia Masulla and Mike Smith each took a turn on the mic, as well as Pennyweight founder and this year’s Fashion Forward Fund recipient Elise Joseph, who was clearly moved by the honor. Local songstress and supermodel Karen Elson stirred the crowd with her passionate vision to see Nashville become the pinnacle for fashion in the South. But, perhaps the biggest draw for attendees was “The Godmother of Fashion,” Fern Mallis, whose personal testimony about creating New York Fashion Week and its subsequent growth and influence left everyone inspired and empowered to continue supporting the work of Nashville Fashion Week. By the looks of this smart and creative crowd, it’s certainly in good hands.

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Nancy Floyd photographs by Eric England

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Extra! Extra! Belmont Mansion honors society editors at The Real Social Media: An Event

he sun was shining and the sky was clear as a who’s-who of Nashville society crowded into the Belle Meade Country Club for The Real Social Media: An Event, a fundraiser for Belmont Mansion designed to pay tribute to the editors and publications committed to covering our city’s ever-growing social scene with style and grace. A cast of newsies greeted guests as they arrived, shouting “Extra! Extra!” as they handed out programs for the evening’s festivities. Inside, spirits were high as big band music wafted through the foyer and partygoers clamored for the chance to congratulate the honorees: Ted Clayton for Nashville Arts, Brenda Batey for Green Hills News, Rusty Terry for The Tennessean, Brian Barry for Nashville Lifestyles, and our very own Sinclair Kelly representing Nfocus. Co-chairs Jay Joyner, Mary Morgan Ketchel and Julie Stadler were also on hand to welcome the fabulous crowd, decked out in their chic and colorful springtime apparel. Not surprisingly, the bar was, without a doubt, the liveliest gathering spot of the night. Wine and cocktails were the perfect complement to the bevy of tasty hors d’œuvres being passed through the room. The staff replenished trays of fig and Gruyère crostini, mini crabcakes, sliders and candied bacon and basil bites as quickly as they were snatched up. Huge photos encompassing the spirit of each publication covered the large mirrors that encircle the room, further reminding everyone of the diversity among Nashville’s “social media.” Mac Hardcastle, everyone’s favorite emcee, had to work extra hard to quiet down the raucous crowd for the presentation, which included personal anecdotes about each of the honorees. Belmont Mansion’s Mark Brown and LaRawn Scaife Rhea, the mastermind behind the event, expressed their deepest gratitude to attendees. Thanks to the amazing show of support, the Belmont Mansion exceeded their fundraising goal and will be able to completely fund the restoration of the library and the central parlor. Once again, Nashville’s social publications did their part to raise awareness—and in this case, upwards of $100,000—for the city’s philanthropic organizations.

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he Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee welcomed a record crowd to the Omni for their annual Great Futures Gala, and from the looks of things, there were a few more women in attendance than men. The crowd’s demographic wasn’t terribly surprising considering the guest of honor was one of People Magazine’s Most Beautiful People, Mr. Rob Lowe. Of course, there were plenty of gents on the guest list too, eager to hear from the former Brat Packer and star of Parks and Recreation and The West Wing, as well as comedy classics like Tommy Boy and Wayne’s World. Prior to the Gala, Rob paid a visit to the Andrew Jackson Club to tour the facility and interact with the kids. He was gracious and funny as he spoke to the group, passionately inspiring them to pursue their dreams and answering questions like, “Have you been in any movies?” or “Do you make a lot of money?” Rob, a father of two, was having so much fun with the students that he joked to the staff, “You’re going to have to drag me away.” Fortunately, they were able to drag him away eventually and get him back to the Omni in time for the event. Everyone felt like a star as they arrived down a red carpet, complete with paparazzi vying for their attention. Partygoers browsed hundreds of silent auction items and sipped cocktails before retiring to the ballroom for a dinner of toasted cornbread panzanella martini salad, prime rib filet with green peppercorn demi glace and chipotle grits, and strawberry shortcake. While Rob was certainly the main attraction—and effectively charmed the crowd with a personal Q & A session with Fox 17’s Jennifer Waddell—the night was truly all about the kids. Members of The Boys & Girls Clubs provided the entertainment and the inspiration through song, spoken word performances and speeches. As handsome as Mr. Lowe is, he couldn’t outshine the smart, articulate and adorable kids representing the outstanding work done by The Boys & Girls Clubs’ programs and staff. Nancy Floyd photographs by Eric England

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Dance fever Rumba, Cha Cha and Tango at Dancing for Safe Haven

rom the moment you take your seat at Dancing for Safe Haven, which is the Nashville version of Dancing With the Stars, you know that you’re in for one wild ride, as this event is truly unlike any other. While the packed ballroom at Loews Vanderbilt settled in for dinner, event co-chairs Vicki Yates and Darrell Freeman welcomed the attendees, and Safe Haven board president Eric Baer presented the 2014 Hero Award to the late Winifred “Winnie” McKenzie, founder of Safe Haven. After a touching video montage was played, Winnie’s son, Jim McKenzie, accepted the award on behalf of his mother, in an emotional speech that moved many to tears. When attendees finished a dinner of “Swing Salad” and “Dancing Filet of Beef ” paired with “Twinkling Trey Tonics”—named in honor of Safe Haven’s Special Projects Director Trey Lipman—they were more than ready for this year’s dance competition to start. Judges Heather Byrd, Ted Clayton and Stacie Kinder were seated front and center, eager to offer their critiques. The rehearsal videos preceding each performance were nearly as entertaining as the dancing itself; everybody came to the dance floor with his or her game face on. Brenna Mader, Ms. Tennessee USA 2013, kicked things off with her partner Donald Stamper in the Triple Rumba. They were followed by Deborah Story’s Samba with Christopher Wayne. The majority of the evening’s trash talking came from the hilarious Jerry Bostelman, who attempted the Cuban Mambo with Lisa Burghart, which was followed by Francis Guess’ sultry Tango with Juanita Simanekova. Lari White dazzled in the Cha Cha with Michael Hosale, and Rhori Johnston brought a healthy dose of humor to the Lindy Swing with partner Anne-Marie Fournier. After announcing that the evening raised more than $214,000 for Safe Haven, the judges’ award was given to Lari, and the audience favorite award was presented to Deborah. But one more very important award had to be distributed before the guests could finish their chocolate peanut butter cobbler, and that was to Trey, who stepped down from her role at Safe Haven, closing a chapter on the glorious event she created five years ago. But the good news? We hear that she is dancing in next year’s event, and we know you’ll all want a front row seat for that!

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A crown of silver FiftyForward celebrates the 25th anniversary of Crown Affair

rown Affair turned 25 this year, and FiftyForward honored the silver anniversary in style. The festive Latin-jazz tunes of the San Rafael Trio filled the lobby of the Patricia Hart Building, energizing guests from the moment they arrived. A specialty martini bar, along with wine, spirits and beer from Lipman Brothers, further fueled the lively atmosphere as attendees inspected the bounty of silent auction goodies available at the party. Beautiful and unique items, such as a Jackie Hicks sterling crown choker or an autographed Brad Pitt photo, complemented fun-filled excursions, like a three-night stay at Alys Beach or a San Diego getaway to Loews Coronado Bay. In the dining room, white and royal blue paper lanterns hung from the ceiling, interspersed with strands of twinkling white lights. Orchids in blue and white painted vases graced tables surrounded by Chiavari chairs in silver. Guests sat down to a salad of arugula, Granny Smith apples, fennel, bleu cheese and toasted hazelnuts, drizzled with blood orange vinaigrette. An entrée of Hereford beef tenderloin, crab cake with spicy remoulade, sautéed wild mushrooms, salsa verde, bacon potato gratin and fresh asparagus was followed by almond tuille with lemon curd and seasonal berries for dessert. FiftyForward Board President Don Greene welcomed the crowd before the presentation of the Crowning Achievement Awards and Shining Star Award. Jerry Williams, executive director at Leadership Nashville, and Aileen Katcher, principal at Katcher Strategic Communications, were honored for their committed service to both FiftyForward and the community as a whole. This year’s Shining Star Award recipient, Michael Aulisio, is a senior marketing director at Harper Collins Christian Publishing who has been involved with FiftyForward since 2011, serving first on the Development Committee and later on the Board of Directors. It’s generous donors and supporters like these that keep FiftyForward’s crown shining and ensure that their work of creating more fulfilling lives for older adults will remain as vibrant as ever into the future.

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Blush strapless corset gown by Jovani (CachĂŠ), white diamond single strand necklace, white diamond bracelet, pink tourmaline and diamond ring (Tiffany & Co.); Black tuxedo, white tuxedo shirt, black bow tie (Brooks Brothers); Fitzgerald fit navy seer sucker suit, non-iron extra slim fit spread collar dress shirt in light blue, Repp bow tie (Brooks Brothers)

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Cheers to a cure A night full of promises with JDRF

Frank Mastrapasqua, Mary Mastrapasqua Fleaner

Mary Lyn Schuh, Marilu and Don Dillahunty

t’s true that reality is not very glamorous and many times, we are forced to deal with things that are beyond our control. But for one evening, all of that is put on hold for the JDRF Promise Gala, the perfect celebration of life and laughter. Guests, dressed in their shiny best, packed the hallway from wall to wall and perused items of The Super Silent Auction, many of which were showcased by live models. Classic melodies swooned through the hall, pairing playfully with auctioneer Josh Houk as he waded into the sea of people keeping the auction going between songs. Indeed, the evening was a fresh and inspiring reminder of what life is all about, something honoree Frank Mastrapasqua has devoted himself to by working to ensure a better life for others. As the founder of a leading money management and independent research firm, and the father of Mary Mastrapasqua Fleaner, the evening’s Fund A Cure Speaker who was also diagnosed with type 1 diabetes nearly 25 years ago, Frank knows firsthand the importance of finding ways to ease the pain for loved ones. As soon as the clock struck 7:30, patrons were gently herded into the main dining room, entering under a canopy of bubbles into a sparkly oasis of white roses and dripping crystals. But perhaps the most impressive sight was The Youth Ambassadors, eight brave kids who were brought up on stage and asked a question about the challenge of living with type 1 diabetes. One ambassador, Caroline Reynolds, even told the audience that when a cure is found, she is going to throw a big party and invite everyone in attendance. Mary also shared her excitement about future advancements for diabetes, like a Band-Aid size patch called an “encapsulation device” which is inserted under the skin in an outpatient procedure, giving those with type 1 diabetes the chance to live burden free. Now that is something to celebrate! Hallie Caddy photographs by Eric England continued on page 65

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n a party fit for a president, supporters of The Hermitage, home of President Andrew Jackson, filled the Schermerhorn Symphony Center for a particularly poignant and celebratory Hermitage Gala. Co-chairs Carol Daniels and Deby Pitts—the latter in a pale pink gown designed by Jeff Garner that looked as though it could’ve come straight out of Rachel Jackson’s closet—welcomed guests in the lobby where an enviable silent auction was taking place. In addition to artwork, jewelry and local outings, items included dinner for 10 on the back porch of the Hermitage, an alfresco supper in the Hermitage Garden and a presidential land grant from Andrew Jackson, signed by his secretary—hot items in this roomful of history buffs. As revelers moved into the Laura Turner Concert Hall for dinner, they were stunned by the regal transformation of the space. Using federal blue linens, crystal candelabras, mercury glass candleholders and a long feasting table down the center of the room, Amos Gott created a state dinner that could’ve been orchestrated by Rachel Jackson herself. The florals in the centerpieces and gracing columns along the stage (a nod to both the Hermitage and the Schermerhorn’s architecture) consisted of plants that would’ve grown in Jackson’s garden: roses, tulips, jasmine, hellebore, crabtree branches, hydrangeas and iris. Jim Hagy of Chef ’s Market continued the era-appropriate theme with a dinner inspired by President Jackson’s favorite foods and recipes. Wild game was incorporated into the rabbit cassoulet appetizer and duck confit salad, while the horseradish encrusted beef tenderloin was topped with Jezebel sauce, just the way the seventh president liked it. And for dessert, a spiced genoise and blackberry jam tear drop cake was a modern play off Rachel’s blackberry spice cake, another Jackson favorite. Jon Meacham, author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning Jackson biography, American Lion, presented the 2014 Jackson Award to Martha Ingram for a lifetime of service in the fields of education, civic duty and the arts. Martha, like President Jackson,

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very year, one of the Frist Center’s striking exhibitions serves as a muse for the art museum’s largest annual fundraiser, The Frist Gala. This year, co-chairs Cathy Brown and Betsy Wills drew inspiration from Looking East: Western Artists and the Allure of Japan for the extraordinary black-tie soirée, transforming the Art Deco museum into a delicate Japanese wonderland. As partygoers entered through a red torii gate, the bustle of metropolitan Nashville faded away and they were welcomed into a serene ancient world marked by the soft serenade of Japanese koto music and the vivid enchantment of cherry blossoms. Two works from the exhibit, including the exquisite Kikugawa Eizan woodblock print entitled “Yatsuhashi,” flanked the Grand Hallway. Kristen Winston’s divine hors d’œuvres—lobster tempura, avocado crostini with sweet chili glaze, chicken yakitori, and tuna tartare served with shots of sake—further transported guests to The Land of the Rising Sun. The gallery remained open all night, allowing everyone the opportunity to peruse the vast collection of artwork, which includes pieces from Van Gogh, Monet and Degas. As if the Grand Lobby wasn’t gorgeous enough, the tent on Turner Courtyard was absolutely breathtaking. Visual Elements created a winding canopy of parasols in mint green, pale pink, white and turquoise that served as a jaw-dropping centerpiece for the dinner tent. Tables were draped with intricately embroidered flora turquoise fabric and appointed with collections of pink peonies and roses in Japanese-inspired vessels. It took quite an effort from Billy Frist to quiet the exuberant crowd before dinner. He honored Cathy and Betsy’s hard work, calling this year’s Gala “as stunning as ever.” And right he was! Revelers whetted their appetites with sesame crusted ahi tuna on a crispy lotus root chip before the filet of beef tataki salad. The entrée—miso glazed sea bass, kinpira of julienne vegetables and Japanese steamed rice—was the perfect balcontinued on page 72

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pon first inspection, Rob Lowe is, as you would expect, incredibly handsome. But chat with the actor for a few minutes or watch as he interacts with a roomful of inner-city students from The Boys & Girls Clubs and it quickly becomes evident that there’s much more to the man than a chiseled jaw and photo-ready smile. He is gracious and funny, smart and compassionate, and when it comes to entertaining kids, he doesn’t shy away from being downright silly. We sat down with the star of Parks and Recreation, The West Wing and The Outsiders to talk about the causes he loves, the roles he wishes he could forget and why Nashville is practically the perfect city. You are involved with a lot of charities and nonprofits. How do you decide what organizations to commit your time to? I love kids and I very much relate to what mentors mean and how hard it can be to find your place in the world and how important third parties outside of your family can be to that. And that’s really the hallmark of what Boys & Girls Clubs do. Honestly, that was the highlight of my day to be out there amongst the kids and to see them getting so much out of this program. What do you hope the kids take away from your time with them today? I hope they get the same thing out of it that I try to instill in my own kids, which is the power of finding what’s unique to you that you can offer the world and finding where within that your passion lies. Because if you can service those things, you’ll almost always be fulfilled. And I was lucky. I was able to do that. And one of the reasons I was able to do it was what I was exposed to really, really early like these kids are, at exactly their same age. Community theatre for me, 9 years old, changed my life. Those programs for kids at this age, they’re life changers. What’s your impression of The Boys & Girls Clubs facility here? I’m blown away. That basketball court gym is unbelievable. The studio is great. I think I had in my head a version of what Boys & Girls Clubs would’ve been 20-30 years ago or something. That’s not what’s going on here. This was unbelievable, and the staff clearly loves these kids and knows how to shepherd them through the day.

What do you think of Nashville? I love Nashville. I love the South. You’ve got music, you’ve got history, you’ve got sports—I’d be a Titans season holder—you have food. So you kind of have everything that I hold dear. I love coming here. I don’t get here as much as I would like, but I love whenever I get a chance to come here and have some good barbecue. You’ve had a long successful career and played so many roles that people love and remember. I thought it’d be fun to do a lightning round of some of your roles. Let’s do it! Role that was the most fun? That’s a long list, but I’m going to go with Behind the Candelabra Dr. Jack Startz, and Eddie Nero from Californication. Most challenging? JFK. One you wish you could do over? Hmmm, that’s a good one. Let’s see…I would like a crack at the credit sequence from Oxford Blues. Look at that some day. Actually don’t! I didn’t answer that question. This isn’t going in the magazine. This is not good. I fear there’s a lot of traffic to YouTube right now. This is mortifying. I’ve screwed this whole interview up. One you wish you could do over simply because you had such a great time doing it? I’d love to relive The Outsiders. First movie, great bonding with so many great guys my age, great director, amazing material. It’s kind of like athletes that go to the Super Bowl in their first year and they think it’s going to be like that every year. They don’t know how hard it is. So that would be an amazing one. Are there any you wish you hadn’t done at all? That list is too long. How many pages is your publication? [laughs] Here’s the thing, I never like to answer that because inevitably I’m fans of people too, and they’ll be like ‘Oh, I hated that movie’ and I’ll go, ‘But that was my favorite movie.’ I always feel bad about that. continued on page 78

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he Mediterranean-style mansion at 625 Westview, tucked away on two acres in Belle Meade, is a magnificent example of impeccable craftsmanship and design. Two massive chestnut arched doors—leading to the grand loggia on the left and the in-law suite on the right—symmetrically flank the façade, framing a meticulous European courtyard off the front of the house. The elliptical entry greets visitors with brilliant waterjet cut marble floors, floor-to-ceiling French doors and Corinthian pilaster capitals. The spectacular architectural details continue throughout every room in the 16,050-square foot home, ranging from the chevron patterned walnut hardwood flooring in the dining room and salon to the lacquered walls with Greek key cut appliqués in the Art Deco-inspired library. Each of the eight bedroom suites includes a private vestibule entry and heated marble floors in the bathrooms, and all seven of the home’s fireplaces are graced with an antique carved marble or limestone mantel imported from Paris. Antique sconces and chandeliers from Italy and France add timeless elegance throughout. A craft room, elevator, gym, massage suite, garden room, reading nook

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hen you pass through the gated driveway that welcomes you into 22 Bancroft Place, you may stop and ask yourself, “Am I still in Nashville?” This opulent Romanesque villa, designed by Mitchell Barnett and built in 2006, sits atop a slope, overlooking more than two and a half acres, bringing the grandeur of Europe into Davidson County. Barnett clearly adhered to the adage that you never have a second chance to make a first impression, because if your breath isn’t immediately taken away when you see this home, it may be time to check for a pulse. To enter the house, you’ll pass a stunning circular fountain before ascending a limestone staircase to the front door, which opens into a sophisticated foyer flanked by double staircases. You’ll glide over the immaculate marble floor to the great room, which boasts a Swedish fireplace that is also accessible to the adjoining kitchen. The kitchen features two ovens, a Viking cooktop, a granite island with a sink, and a sunny breakfast room nearby. The formal dining room is a short walk past the wet bar toward the entrance of the house, featuring luxurious fabric-covered walls and a lovely feature found in many rooms throughout the house: French doors that open to a charming balcony.

This home offers two master suites: one downstairs and one up, both fit for a king and his well-attired queen, who will not suffer for lack of closet space. Plush carpet accents all five bedrooms, and each has a full bathroom—some with balconies, and all with heated floors—so princes and princesses can have their privacy. On the basement level, the den offers a large entertainment space complete with a full kitchen, a movie-theater style media room, an exercise area and a safe room. An elevator connects each floor, and there are two garages, one opening to the main level, and one to the basement. Despite the beauty of the interior of the house, you’ll be lured to the backyard, where you’ll find a pool, an outdoor kitchen and a patio with plenty of room for alfresco dinner parties. A quaint child’s playhouse sits on one end of the yard, which is shaded by a thick tree line, offering secludedness and shade on those hot Tennessee summer days. But don’t just take our word for it; this marvelous home was featured on the cover of Dream Homes Tennessee in 2009. Perhaps your next dream will come true here?

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f you’re looking for the perfect combination of historic charm and modern amenities, the Victorian frame farmhouse at 1618 Old Hillsboro Road is your dream home. Sitting on 10 acres, the house has a hidden, almost secluded feel, the tin roof peeking out from behind mature trees and lush shrubbery. The home underwent a massive renovation in 1995 by The Wills Company that stayed true to the structure’s turnof-the-century character. The expansive front porch draws you in to the double entry door, accented with oval glass and a transom window. With 12-foot ceilings and large windows made of leaded glass, you truly feel as if you’ve stepped back into another era. The living room, painted a gorgeous shade of cerulean, features a large picture window and window seat and a beautifully restored fireplace with a cast iron face and bright tile surround. Pocket doors flank two sides of the living room, inviting you into the beautiful formal dining room with another fireplace and walk-in bay windows. The adjoining butler’s pantry features a built-in hutch, just steps away from the most elegant powder room, where the classic octagonal tile floor nicely complements the beadboard walls.

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hen you first lay eyes upon the pretty stone bungalow at 3823 Whitland Avenue, you may be surprised to learn that this home spans more than 7,500 square feet. A sharp contrast to some other homes of the modern era, this 1920s structure is spacious, but never overwhelming. After passing a lovely covered front porch, you’ll enter the home through a mahogany door, stepping into an expansive foyer that hints at the beautiful quartersawn oak floors and wainscoting found throughout the rooms on the main level. Coffered ceilings with recessed lighting accent the dining and living rooms, which are connected by a custom dry stack, two-sided floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace with a single-piece limestone hearth and reclaimed beech mantel. Natural light pours in from every angle in this welcoming space. The nearby kitchen offers form, function and comfort, boasting a whitewashed stained tongue and groove tray ceiling, an elaborate yet tasteful backsplash and a large granite island with ample seating. An inviting breakfast nook tucked into a bay window offers a nice view of the greenery outside.

The open floor plan has a nice, natural flow, perfect for entertaining. The upper level, accessible by two sets of staircases, features the master suite, which has a sleeping niche surrounded with windows and a barrel vaulted ceiling, an incredible bathroom with a freestanding soaking tub, and his and her closets that are big enough to double as studies. The “her” closet has French doors to a bluestone and stucco balcony, an ideal place to linger—because getting dressed for the day should be fun, right? The upper level also boasts a guest suite, a reading/playroom and two bedrooms perfect for little ones. Downstairs, the terrace level houses another guest suite, a wine cellar and a massive media room with a wood-burning fireplace. The terrace patio opens to the backyard, while the upper deck has plenty of room for a long table, making the outside as ideal as the inside for entertaining. The bungalow is also incredibly eco-friendly, with a geothermal heating and cooling system, spray insulation, tankless water heaters and a solar-compatible electrical panel. Abby White

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he Belle Isle Estate at 6636 Cairo Bend Road in Lebanon strikes the perfect balance of rustic and luxurious. The 400-acre property, which provides one mile of frontage on Old Hickory Lake, includes five stunning homes built with the highest standards of craftsmanship and design. Rolling hills, blooming dogwoods and magnolias and a fully stocked pond create a scenic retreat less than 30 minutes from downtown Nashville. Cracker Barrel founder Dan Evins spared no expense when constructing the five unique houses for his family, friends and staff. The Main Residence, the estate’s crown jewel, is lavishly appointed with mahogany floors and wall paneling, Venetian plaster walls, burled wood doors, ornate tapestry wall coverings, 24-karat gold bathroom fixtures and an attached staff quarters. At 5,400 square feet, the English manor-style home also includes a custom commercial kitchen equipped with white Aspen cabinets, six stovetops and a built-in deep fryer. Naturally, the screened-in veranda provides sweeping views of the bucolic landscape.

The Caretaker Cottage, waiting just inside the property’s gated entrance, boasts three bedrooms, a two-car garage, stacked stone fireplace and screened-in porch. The winding gravel road leads down to Cabin in the Woods, a quaint hideaway with two sleeping lofts, exquisite maple woodwork and a screened-in gazebo with a copper roof. Meanwhile, Jack’s House includes three bedrooms, a reading loft, a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace with built-in bookcases and a gourmet granite kitchen. The stunning cherry wood vaulted ceilings and expansive porch add to the breathtaking charm. Perhaps, the coziest of all the structures is the Cabin on Chandler Pond. From the stunning cathedral-style ceiling to the serene porch overlooking the water, the cedar cabin exudes all of the style and warmth one could want in a country escape. And with lush greenery and roaming wildlife covering the property, this is one tranquil escape you’d never want to leave. Nancy Floyd

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Glendale Lane

ust around the corner from the Governor’s Executive Residence, a contemporary Old English Tudor sits atop 1.3 acres at 849 Glendale Lane. Constructed by Millworks, the new home merges smart functionality with impeccable design, resulting in a space that is both incredibly practical and beautiful. Upon first glance, the house exudes all the charm one expects from a Tudor—the steep roof pitch, mixed elements of stone and brick, half moon and diamond-grid windows, and plant growth on the exterior—with updated accents that hint at its presentday construction, like a stunning façade of reclaimed barn wood from Good Wood Nashville. In typical Millworks fashion, the repurposed elements continue throughout the entire structure, including an antique newel post, fireplace mantel (from an old Vanderbilt estate), transom window above the kitchen entry and several antique doors throughout the house, all supplied by Preservation Station. The main level boasts a formal dining room, office, hearth room, great room, master bedroom and bathroom, laundry facili-

ties and a gourmet kitchen with commercial grade appliances and granite and butcher block countertops. All of Millworks’ homes are unique, never utilizing the same floor plan twice, but each one is built with the intention of creating a fully livable and usable space with everything a homeowner could need on the first floor. Millworks also focused on bringing the outdoors in with a covered and uncovered deck on the first floor and covered sleeping porch on the second floor. The home is thoughtfully oriented on the lot so that neighboring homes are never seen from the outdoor living areas, creating a sense of privacy for residents. Upstairs are four en suite bedrooms and a huge bonus room with 18-foot vaulted ceilings, a movie loft accessible by an old barn ladder and a second kitchen. Additional laundry facilities are located on the second level, as well. Inspired by the aesthetic of Restoration Hardware, from the neutral gray and white color scheme throughout to the classically sophisticated light fixtures and accents, 849 Glendale manages to be simultaneously cool and cozy. Nancy Floyd

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t 2281 Old Hickory Boulevard, Park View Farm offers potential buyers the serenity and seclusion of 17 lush acres with the modern conveniences of in-town living. The stately home, originally constructed in the 1920s, stands proudly on the park-like property. The elegant entry foyer with original black and white marble floors retains the estate’s historic character, while upgrades and renovations throughout add the luxurious amenities one would expect from such an outstanding piece of real estate. Off the foyer, you’ll find a regal library, appointed with pecky cypress wall paneling, a formal living room, dining room with upholstered walls and a guest bedroom. The master suite, an oasis on the first floor, includes a pickled wood vaulted ceiling, fireplace, private patio and bathroom with custom walk-in closets, a Jacuzzi tub and steam shower, antique Murano sconces and laundry facilities. On the opposite wing of the main level, the gourmet kitchen, complete with professional stainless steel appliances, double ovens, walk-in pantry, custom copper hood, breakfast nook and wood-burning fireplace, is a welcoming place for family and

friends to gather. The large adjoining den is outfitted with the same vaulted ceilings as the master bedroom, along with a wall constructed of stones imported from Oklahoma (home state of owners Ronnie and Janine Dunn), hardwood floors, a custom antler chandelier and another wood-burning fireplace. The second and third floors house four en suite bedrooms and an adorable playroom with plenty of clever nooks for toy storage and make-believe inspiration for little ones. Covered verandas run the length of the home on the first and second level, overlooking the gated in-ground pool and spa and the greenhouse. At the back of the picturesque property, you’ll find state-of-the-art horse stables and The Barn, a gorgeous entertainment and guest facility. At 4,000 square feet, The Barn includes a full kitchen, a guest bedroom, full bathroom, a rec room and 1,000 square feet of storage on the first level. Upstairs, vaulted wood-slatted ceilings, a large stacked stone fireplace and antique wood floors fill the 2,000-square foot living space with warmth and rustic charm, the perfect complement to the residence’s sophisticated aesthetic.

Contact: Laura P. Stroud (615-330-5811) or Lisa F. Wilson (615-478-3632), French King Fine Properties

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History redesigned Inside the 2014 O’More Show House by Gloria Houghland According to Battle of Franklin Trust CEO Eric Jacobson, the land where the Dozier House now resides was the site of four cannons that fired more than 600 rounds of 12-pound artillery into the teeth of the battle of Franklin on November 30, 1864. The Pennsylvania battery was located inside the U.S. defensive line, and the Confederates charging toward the Carter House were wide open to attack. Before the battle was over, nearly 10,000 casualties had fallen. Fast forward to 2013, when Nathan Dozier stopped by the 2014 O’More Alumni Show House construction site to see what was being done to the home his great-grandfather had built. A student of history, Dozier had collected the papers and studied the path of his ancestor, Nathaniel Dozier, and revealed an even deeper connection to the Civil War. Nathaniel Dozier was a teenager living in Middle Tennessee when his father died from injuries sustained in Civil War combat around Chattanooga in 1863. Nathaniel was granted permission as a 14-yearold to replace his dad as a bugler with General Nathan Bedford Forrest’s cavalry. He rose through the ranks to serve as part of Confederate President Jefferson Davis’s escort, was wounded in battle and captured in early 1865, just before the war ended. Dozier subsequently made his home in Franklin, and ended up being a very successful businessman. When the West Main Street home, an

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Edwardian-style Queen Anne Victorian, was built in 1904, it was a landmark residence in downtown Franklin. He was in his 50s, and his wife, Tennessee “Tennie” Pinkerton Dozier, was a force in her own right, a historian who served in leadership positions with both the United Daughters of the Confederacy and the Daughters of the American Revolution. Tennie was largely responsible for the monument that sits at the center of Franklin’s Public Square. In 1936, the house was sold to the Regen family where it served as a funeral home as well as a family manse. Several generations of Regens lived in the home and today, Doug Regen, is a fourth generation furniture maker and, as fate would have it, a graphic design instructor at O’More College of Design. He crafted several pieces for use in the Show House. After the funeral home went out of business in 2006, the property sat vacant for nearly a decade while the community debated its fate. Thrive Homes, which specializes in historic restoration in National Register neighborhoods, took on the challenge. Having toured the inaugural O’More Alumni Show House last April, they saw the potential. At 6,000 square feet, the Dozier Home has been returned to its former glory as an anchor residence in Franklin’s Hincheyville neighborhood. The award-winning interior design alumni of O’More College of Design have partnered to make the home a show place for the best in architecture and design.

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The general consensus in the design world is that interior design trends follow fashion by about six months. Given that, it was purely by accident, according to O’More President Rebecca Stilwell, that the Preview Party and opening of the month-long 2014 O’More Alumni Show House was scheduled concurrently with Nashville Fashion Week. O’More College of Design has three different components to its outstanding curriculum, offering students degrees in Fashion, Interior Design and Graphic Design. All three were working full throttle during the first week of April. The town of Franklin, recently named Garden and Gun’s best Southern town in America, has long been a mixture of history and cutting-edge creativity. When Show House Chair and Project Designer JoAnne Haynes concluded last year’s inaugural Show House run, she partnered with Thrive Homes. Together with multiple manufacturers and two dozen of Middle Tennessee’s top designers (all with ties to O’More), the group rescued The Dozier House, one of Franklin’s revered landmarks. In 2013, the team began the long process of restoring the 110-year-old Dozier house to its original splendor. It is precisely this creative juxtaposition of the grandeur of the past mingling with modern luxury that makes this particular Show House so special. From the moment visitors enter the Grand Foyer and glimpse the gleaming, heavy crown molding, the significance of restoring this outstanding architectural gem hits home. Jonathan Savage of Savage Interior Design transformed this long, narrow receiving room into a stunning space anchored by a Steinway Baby Grand piano and abstract canvases, including a contemporary portrait crafted from bottle caps. Across from this show-stopping space is a smaller cozy Study where Crysta Parish of Dana Goodman Interiors added 7-foot-high wainscoting along with an even taller bookcase, which she painted in an unexpected navy. Kathleen Evers of K. Evers Interiors used Pantone’s color of the year, Radiant Orchid, in the Living Room as a complement to the historically accurate paint palette selected by the Show House Design Committee. The soft aqua and lilac colors in the transom window are reflected throughout the room and in the opalescent silk drapes hanging against neutral gray walls. But, it’s the room’s original fireplace mantel with its white marble tile surround that brings the home’s Edwardian overtones straight to the fore.

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The Dining Room by Deb Tallent and Mark Simmons of Mark Simmons Interiors, which makes a seamless transition from the Living Room, features an Italianate dining table, painted French chairs with velvet seats, a French bronze and crystal chandelier and embroidered linen drapes. The adjoining Butler’s Pantry reflects the design of the Living Room transom both in its glass cabinet doors and in the silvery Kelly Wearstler Trellis wallpaper, a selection influenced by the design of the foyer’s paper revealed during the renovation. Both the Kitchen and Breakfast Room reflect the most modern of accouterments with touches of elegance. Vicki Edwards used charcoal soapstone for the workhorse kitchen island and white Carrera marble for the countertops. The focal point is the white marble tile mosaic above the stovetop flanked by practical, perpendicular shelves. This true chef ’s space opens into the casual Breakfast Room where a circular antique cherry table is surrounded by linen-covered chairs and an oh-so-current banquette. As a nod to the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Franklin, Louise Kitchell and Linda Tallent Brown of Kitchell and Brown Interiors took a clever risk by enlarging a sepia-toned photograph of the Confederate Soldier monument in Franklin’s center Square and using it for wallpaper on the back Breakfast Room wall. To the right, JoAnne Haynes of J. Haynes Interiors created a comfortable yet elegant space for enjoying that after-breakfast cup of coffee in the plant-filled Sun Room. An eclectic mix of antique garden pieces included a moss-filled wrought iron urn used as the base for a glass-topped table, an aged pine bookcase, and exquisite artwork from her husband’s Haynes Gallery. Or one could also choose to sip coffee or cocktails on the outdoor covered Porch encircled with billowing Perennial gauze-like drapes. Using natural elements coupled with Louis XV-style French chairs, a comfy sofa area and round dining table, Shirley Horowitz of Davishire Interiors created an irresistible “let’s-bring-the-inside-out” ambiance. The Laundry Room by Kim Zimmer of Kim Zimmer Interior Design, while beautiful in design with its serene color palette and white Carrera marble countertops, serves as an organized and functional spot for efficiency. The nfocusnashville.com

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pull-out drying drawers, plus one with slats for hanging clothes, instantly capture every organizer’s imagination. One of the true characteristics of older homes not often found today is the abundance of secret nooks and crannies. Designers Eric Ross and Christine Barker of Eric Ross Interiors took the Stairwell Hall and turned it into a retreat for reading or napping with a full-size sofa that offers an angled view of the kitchen. A small connecting space with a coat closet beside Margaret Neal’s Powder Room, with its Deco-inspired wall coverings, commands attention with its peacock blue doors. Jennifer Jones of Jennifer Jones Design continued the playful escapist element with a Game Room sans electronics! The Tufenkian rug in calming blue, green and cognac grounds the space so that the room’s focal point, the Francois & Co. mantel on the exposed brick wall, can take center stage. The renovated home settles the conflict of modern-day needs versus decades-old character with Jennifer Markanich’s Timeless Interiors Master Suite done in Poppy Pink with a large Master Bath housing a marble-tiled, oversized glass shower, two vanities, a walk-in closet with dressing table and a sparkling marble floor. A custom rug’s eye-popping print and the use of fresh colors in the draperies and bedding offer an enticing invitation to leave the mad, mad world of 2014 behind. Lauren Devens’, of Lauren Devens Interiors, Loft area is both whimsical and pure Hollywood, capitalizing on the sloped ceilings and funky layout of the room while providing a relaxing, gathering spot for the family. John Starbuck of Starbuck Designers took the first of the Upstairs Bedrooms and softened its many angles with silvery leaves hand-stenciled from floor to ceiling. Ralph Cadenhead created the perfect Guest Suite with comfortable seating. Clever still was the use of one of the connecting rooms as a sitting area for houseguests, complete with bar cart, books and mementos from around the globe. Bedroom No.

4 by Kathy Sandler of Sandler Design Group uses a navy-and-white palette with pops of pink and polka-dot walls for two imagined growing girls. The double-sided desk provides a place for learning. If the main house represents the outward focus, the Art Studio provides a more introspective expression. The first of three distinct outdoor rooms, Amanda Totoro of Amanda Totoro Designs and Kimberly Kelly of Casella Interiors used American abstract expressionist painter Helen Frankenthaler as the primary inspiration for their space sporting creative expression. The Dog Wash by Kristen Prudoff of Kristen Prudoff Designs offers more of a practical perch from which to pamper your pups with its original tub cadged from the main house interior. The final room is the Potting Shed, which makes use of every square inch with a wrap-around workbench of distressed wood. No doubt logs for the outdoor fireplace with its accompanying Adirondack chairs could also be stored here as well. Though the Dozier House languished for 10 years, in another time and place, this newly polished pearl could have easily been demolished to make way for a modern home with far less quirkiness and character. As luck would have it, this grand ole gal stood the test of time long enough to demonstrate that there’s absolutely nothing wrong with a little look back at our country’s glorious architectural past. Special thanks to our sponsors: Belgard, Bevolo, Circa Lighting, Electrolux, Kohler, Mid-South Custom Cabinets, Sherwin-Williams, Smokey Mountain Tops, Sunbrella Home and Velux

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lthough their families had been friends for years and his parents had even attended her christening in 1989, Meg DeLozier did not know Luke Ferguson until she moved to Memphis to attend medical school and they met on a dinner date arranged by her uncle, Ray Stallings. They dated for three years, became engaged in April 2013 and married in December at Nashville’s St. George’s Episcopal Church (where Meg was christened) with The Reverend R. Leigh Spruill officiating. Family friend and piano teacher Bonnie Buckner prepared the musical selections performed by Carolyn Wann Bailey on violin and Gerry Senechal on the organ. The bride’s Jim Hjelm gown of ivory Alençon lace with champagne silk lining featured

a deep V-neck, three-quarter length sleeves and a keyhole back detail. She wore a veil of silk tulle and ivory lace handmade by Toni Federici and carried a bouquet of David Austin garden roses, white peonies and sweet peas. For the reception at Belle Meade Country Club, floral designer Mike Whitler of Branches decorated with arrangements of white hydrangeas, amaryllis and roses amidst the glow of myriad candles. A clear tent hung with wine barrel chandeliers and draped with linen covered the club patio and led to a mahogany dance floor where guests danced to the music of The Pat Patrick Orchestra. Guests dined on Chef Jon York’s buffet of beef tenderloin, grapefruit, goat cheese and bibb salad, wild mushroom ravioli, creamed spinach and herbed

biscuits with country ham. Leland Riggan of Dessert Designs created the five-tier wedding cake, and Elizabeth James planned the details of the evening. The bride and groom departed in Waylon Jennings’ vintage black Cadillac, and partygoers closed out the night with hot coffee and warm signature BMCC pecan rolls. After a wedding trip to St. Lucia, the couple returned to Memphis where she is studying medicine at The University of Tennessee Health Science Center and he works for FTN Financial. Meg is a graduate of Harpeth Hall School and The University of Mississippi. Luke is a graduate of The University School of Jackson and The University of Tennessee.

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raining for a marathon is grueling work. In addition to the physical wear and tear on your body, you’re battling the elements, braving frigid winter mornings and blazing hot afternoons for those long runs that you increasingly find yourself scheduling your life around. You learn the importance of good socks, strong Band-Aids, a solid music playlist and sweatproof sunscreen. You continue to put one foot in front of the other, pounding the pavement through blisters, fatigue and lost toenails. But this is absolutely nothing in comparison to what the children who receive treatment at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital endure. A cancer diagnosis is scary enough for a child, but when you couple this with extensive testing involving needles and an intense treatment regime in a foreign environment, the bravery these children exhibit is astounding. Headquartered in Memphis, St. Jude—the only National Cancer Institutedesignated Comprehensive Cancer Center that is devoted solely to children—has a goal of driving the overall survival rate for childhood cancer to 90 percent in the next decade. Founded by the late entertainer Danny Thomas in 1962, St. Jude is a world leader in the development of childhood cancer treatment, conducting more clinical trials for cancer than any other children’s hospital. In 2012, the Country Music Marathon, which is part of the Competitor Group’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon series, entered an official relationship with St. Jude, utilizing the hospital’s Heroes Program to generate donations through peer-to-peer fundraising. With a daily operating cost of $1.9 million dollars, St. Jude relies upon the generosity of its supporters to cover the expenses for more than 67,000 patient visits every year. In 2013, St. Jude Heroes raised $1 million at Nashville’s marathon. Incredibly, no family is ever charged for a child’s treatment at the facility, because a driving belief of St. Jude is that the parents’ only concern is to help their child live. St. Jude’s also takes care of lodging, meals and travel, keeping families together during a very difficult time, a truly revolutionary idea in patient care. From the moment you walk inside St. Jude, passing the namesake statue on the way in, you forget you’re in a hospital. The atmosphere is inviting, with cheerful murals covering the walls and low tables that are easily accessible to the tiny patients. The cafeteria is filled with good, healthy food—the chefs will make whatever the children want to eat, even if that means staging a crawfish boil in a hospital room. Children are toted around in red wagons instead of wheelchairs,

and the walls are lined with frequently rotated artwork created by these children, providing an ever-evolving gallery from the thousands who pass through the hospital each year. Another driving belief of St. Jude is, “If you want to fight, we will fight with you,” as many parents arrive when they’ve lost all hope. Doctors send their toughest cases to St. Jude, as it has the world’s highest survival rates for aggressive childhood cancers. Through treatment, the child works with the same team from start to finish, creating a second family and support system. The on-site school communicates with the child’s school back home, providing a sense of routine and normalcy. There are proms, Easter Bunny visits, graduations, religious services inclusive of all faiths, and all of the things that children would experience outside of the hospital walls. Anna and Jason Miller learned how important all of this is when their 16-month-old son, Ian, was diagnosed with an extremely rare PNET brain tumor. The Franklin-based family immediately moved to Memphis, and after an experimental treatment called proton therapy, Ian has grown into an incredibly vivacious and sharp 5-year-old boy. Ian, who is in kindergarten, will soon celebrate four years since his last treatment and is, in the words of his mother, “thriving.” “Everything is a race to him,” Anna laughs. “He runs everywhere!” He really does. Ian, who has crossed the finish line with his dad—Jason ran the half marathon multiple times, commandeering a team of “Ian’s Rockin’ Runners” to raise money for St. Jude—wanted to do more to help his friends at the hospital. This year, Ian ran the mini marathon with Anna, while Jason once again tackled the half. We all met up for a training session, and pretty much everyone was trying to keep up with Ian. Even if you’re not a runner, you can help out by volunteering or making a financial contribution, or merely cheering the runners on from the sidelines. Believe me, having a cheerleader when you’re running blindly uphill while sweat pours in your eyes is just the motivation you need to keep going. This year, I ran and raised money for Ian and all of the children who receive care at St. Jude, and they were on my mind every step of the way. For more information on how you can donate to St. Jude, please visit stjude.org/donate.

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Let them eat soup Comforting cream of asparagus

an you remember your last really good bowl of creamed soup? They’re pretty scarce these days, so good for you if you can. Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom doesn’t count, nor does the fast casual restaurantdriven broccoli cheddar, either. The simple elegant creamed soup has been elbowed aside, and it is well worth rediscovering. A real cream soup is a delicate and wonderful dinner starter or a lovely lunch dish. The method and ingredients are restrained so that the starring vegetable can shine. Springtime asparagus offers a great starting point for a cream soup. If you want to use the little tips for something else, make soup with just the stalks. Simply cook some onion or leek in butter, add broth—chicken or vegetable— and bring it to a simmer. Next, add the asparagus, or other vegetable. When the vegetables are tender, whiz it all up with a handheld immersion blender right in the pot, or you can purée in batches in the blender or food processor. Stir in the cream and it’s soup. If the cream seems off-putting, remember that one cup of cream divided by eight servings means just two tablespoons. You’ll be eating mostly vegetables. Half and half makes a nice creamy soup so you can skip the heavy stuff. You can also use this simple template with all kinds of vegetables like sautéed mushrooms, carrots, peas, cauliflower or potatoes. No need to raid the spice cabinet, either. Just season the soup with salt and pepper (white pepper if you have it).

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The Ben Folds Project The musical mastermind, with assistance from choreography expert Paul Vasterling, combines his original piano concerto with bold ballet. May 2-4. Tickets $35-82. Andrew Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick Street, 782-4040, nashvilleballet.com.

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Studio Tenn’s season finale production shines, not only with its exquisite costumes and exuberant vocals, but also with a sweeping score showcased by the Nashville Symphony. May 3-4. Tickets $49-109. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place, 687-6400, nashvillesymphony.org.

A wise bird teaches a curious lion about the value of diversity in this enchanting children’s ballet. May 17-18, June 1. Tickets $12-18. Martin Center for Nashville Ballet, 3630 Redmon Street, 297-2966, nashvilleballet.com.

Million Dollar Quartet Step inside the famed recording session that brought Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins together for one night of unforgettable rock ‘n’ roll. May 6-11. Tickets $15-80. Andrew Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick Street, 782-4040, tpac.org.

Influences of Africa Having both lived in Africa, Marleen De Waele-De Bock and Greg Decker employ oil paintings and expressionism to represent their love of the continent. May 17-July 12. Gratis. LeQuire Gallery, 4304 Charlotte Avenue, 298-4611, lequiregallery.com. GreG decker, lequire Gallery

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Seth Haverkamp: A Passion for the Unique This series of vignettes, which accompanies the gallery’s Celebrating the Portrait as Art exhibit, celebrates childhood with touches of nostalgia and whimsy. Through May 24. Gratis. Haynes Galleries, 1600 Division Street, Suite 140, 312-7000, haynesgalleries.com.

Once Upon a Mattress If you thought you knew the story of The Princess and the Pea, this Act Too Players production will leave you questioning what the truth really is. May 9-12. Tickets $15-25. Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, 538-2076, franklintheatre.com.

rEVOLution of Joy Installations by Trés and Lillis Taylor use the visual metaphors found in painting, sculpture and video to look inward and find where joy resides. Through May 9. Gratis. The Arts Company, 215 Fifth Avenue North, 2542040, theartscompany.com.

Farandole—An Elegy in Art and Poetry Aggressive, abstract images by artist Hans Hartung are juxtaposed with “Farandole,” a forceful poem by Jean Proal. Through June 5. Gratis. Vanderbilt Fine Arts Gallery, 1200 21st Avenue South, 343-1702, vanderbilt.edu/gallery.

American Ballads: The Photographs of Marty Stuart Known mainly for his country music career, Marty Stuart’s photographs take viewers behind-the-scenes of legendary musicians’ lives and the back roads of America alike. May 9-November 2. Tickets $7-10. Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway, 244-3340, fristcenter.org.

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The name game Nashville’s Judge Serving the Community Both ON & OFF the Bench. “I respectfully ask for your vote to be Re-Elected to another term. As your General Sessions Judge in Division VIII (8), I pledge to continue upholding the law, protecting the public, enforcing the rights of crime victims and holding those that break the law accountable. I believe that my involvement and visibility in the community at large OFF the bench is just as important as my commitment to service ON the bench because JUSTICE DOES NOT STOP AT THE COURTHOUSE STEPS. I am investing in making a difference in Nashville’s great future and will continue to do so as one of your community leaders.” Judge Rachel L. Bell

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Off the Bench Facts: Adopted a portion of Highway 41A in Davidson County and has established the Judge Rachel L. Bell Beautification Project, which works with defendants & community volunteers to clean up Nashville neighborhoods. Is working to reduce rearrest rates by visiting with defendants in jail, encouraging them to make better decisions upon their release and contribute positively to their community. Gives her time and talents by volunteering for high school mock trial competitions, offering internships, coaching basketball for young Nashvillians, and mentoring students in high school, college, graduate school and serves on several non-profit boards.

mm, I thought, when I read that Mayor Karl Dean intended to rename the Shelby Bridge in honor of John Seigenthaler. I went back and forth between “Shelby” and “Seigenthaler,” saying each out loud. Two syllables versus four that require some vocal dexterity. Not promising. Then again, there are plenty of place names in Nashville that don’t roll trippingly off the tongue—Demonbreun Street for one. My lack of enthusiasm about the name change doesn’t derive from any lack of esteem for John Seigenthaler. What’s not to admire about a Southerner who fought the good fight on civil rights in Robert Kennedy’s Justice Department? As reporter for, then editor and publisher of, The Tennessean, he took that newspaper to heights it has never scaled since. In his “retirement,” he founded the First Amendment Center to champion our most basic right as citizens. For all these accomplishments, John Seigenthaler has received awards too numerous to list in any but book form, and has a building at Vanderbilt, an endowed chair at MTSU and scholarships at both universities named for him. Still, I’m not wild about the bridge switch. I had no qualms when a section of Eighth Avenue became Rosa Parks Boulevard. A numbered street is a generic thing; Eighth Avenues are everywhere. I shed no tears when Gateway—another historic moniker—became Korean Veterans Bridge and Boulevard. Of course, KVB now holds sway—a lot fewer syllables—and our new thoroughfare calls up associations with fried chicken and campgrounds. But the Shelby Bridge has had its name for a longer time than John

Seigenthaler has had his. When it opened in 1909, the bridge was called the Sparkman Street Bridge after a long-vanished approach road from the west. Shortly thereafter it became Shelby after the avenue to the east.

The bridge of steel and reinforced concrete incarnated the ambitions of an industrializing Nashville, incorporating innovative bowstring trusses that in 1986 earned it a listing on the National Register. In 1998, the deteriorated bridge was closed and scheduled for demolition. After much public outcry about tearing down the only connector over the Cumberland that doesn’t look like a segment of highway system, the bridge was restored as the Shelby Street Pedestrian Bridge. Few Nashvillians probably know that Shelby Bridge, Avenue, Park and Bottoms owe their names to Dr. John Shelby, who served as military surgeon under Andrew Jackson, became a state senator, founded a medical college and, before his death in 1859, owned much of what is now Edgefield. Since then the places called “Shelby” have acquired a history of their own. Renaming the bridge seems to ignore its long past. “I can understand naming something new for a person,” a neighbor told me. “But to change the historic name of something over 100 years old seems arrogant.”

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he Sopranos started it all, raising the question of whether quality TV shows, serial dramas like The Sopranos and lately Scandal and House of Cards, are “the new novels.” I say, “No.” Film and print are entirely different ways of communicating. Try doing a car chase in print or stream of consciousness on film. But while serial dramas may not be the new novel, they are taking the place of the novel in the hearts, minds and lives of a lot of people, me included. Once upon a time, I did a lot of reading. These days I do a lot of watching—TV, that is—and I almost never read fiction. And if it weren’t for my friend Elizabeth, I could remove the qualifier. (Elizabeth’s latest recommendation was New York Times bestseller Super Sad True Love Story by Gary Shteyngart. My take? Sex and the City meets 1984.) Anyway, growing up I was always reading whatever books were trendy. It was the cool thing to do. Whether The Hardy boys or J.D. Salinger, James Bond or Truman Capote, there was always something that you just had to read to keep up with your peers. Later, after walking too close to the English department, short story masters Flannery O’Connor and Raymond Carver made my radar screen with stories that take your breath away—recall O’Connor’s A Good Man Is Hard to Find and Carver’s A Small Good Thing. Whew! I was gifting friends with Carver’s book Cathedral for years. When I ran out of Flannery O’Connor short stories I actually read her collected letters out of desperation. It was the same feeling I get now when I’ve seen the last episode of the latest “season”

of Downton Abbey or Mad Men. Flash forward to 2014. I wasn’t so much saddened as relieved when leaving the world of Super Sad True Love Story behind and I won’t be holding my breath until the debut of Gary Shteyngart’s next novel. It’s not Gary. It’s me. Novels just don’t float my boat any more. And I’m not alone. “Ask novelists today whether they spend more time watching TV or reading fiction and prepare yourself, at least occasionally, to hear them say the unsayable,” wrote Mohsin Hamid in “Are the New ‘Golden Age’ TV Shows the New Novels?,” a New York Times Book Review column he shared with Adam Kirsch. So why have so many of us moved from print to TV? Shared experience, I suspect. You read alone. You watch TV together. Then you talk about it together. Then you talk to your friends who turned you on to the program to start with just like you used to talk about the latest novel except now instead of talk of Peyton Place and Portnoy’s Complaint, it’s about Girls and The Wire. Not that there aren’t major differences in the two forms. As Adam Kirsch put it in that New York Times Book Review article, “Televised evil... almost always takes melodramatic form”—good guys versus bad guys— as opposed to true drama in which good and evil battle it out within the heart of the same character. Ask any English major and they’ll tell you that inner struggle is a more sophisticated mode of storytelling. No doubt. But it’s not half as much fun. We love to take sides whatever the price.

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A toast to Andrew 04.02.14

The ladies, gents and table hosts assembled on the covered porch of the Hermitage’s Cabin-By-The-Spring, overlooking the back of the Mansion and a friendly resident donkey. Chairs Deby and Carol could not have asked for better weather to toast the approaching gala. But take note, historic bricks and high heels do not always mix. Riding boots and wedges are a must next time!

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Best paw forward 04.02.14 Dog and cat lovers gathered at Mary and Jay Perkins’ home to celebrate the upcoming Cause for Paws luncheon for the Humane A ssociation. Johnny Haffner brought out his scrumptious bacon-wrapped dates and tuna tartare for the Patrons Party. Jewelry from Jordan A lexander was the hit of the night with funky and classy pearl adornments mixed with cashmere, ostrich feathers and pink quartz.

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Union Jacks hung overhead at Marathon Music Works transforming the space into our own A bbey Road for Hospital Hospitality House’s Rock the House. With a red phone booth in the corner, guests noshed on passed “I am the Eggman” deviled eggs followed by Sgt. Pepper’s Cordon Bleu and Union Jack Salad from Bacon and Caviar, before The WannaBeatles closed out the night. 1. Kim and Clay Bright, Katie Hamill 2. Lisa Shearer, Vonda Fields, Deena Daniels 3. Sheila Shields, Amos Gott, Judy Simmons 4. Cochrane Jamison, Russell Templin, Rob and Karen Cohen 5. Co-chair Lisa Slipkovich, Angie Stiff, Jim Seabury, Co-chair Beth Ambrose

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16 What: hEAR the Music Speakeasy For: Songs for Sound When: Fri., May 16, 7 p.m. Where: Events on Third Chair: John Hardaway Tariff: $50 per person Info: songsforsound.com

What: Nashvillian of the Year For: Easter Seals When: Thurs., May 8, 6:30 p.m. Where: Hilton Downtown 17 What: Alive Hospice Party note: Honoring Tom Sherrard Butterfly Release Tariff: $200 per person For: Alive Hospice Info: 292-6640, ext.11 When: Sat., May 17, 10 a.m. 08 Where: Alive Hospice Residence What: Seeds of Hope Tariff: $30 per butterfly For: Monroe Harding Inc. Info: alivehospice.org When: Thurs., May 8, 6 p.m. Where: The Historic 17 What: Only in Nashville Craighead House For: Oasis Center Co-chairs: John and Sara Horst When: Sat., May 17, 7 p.m. Tariff: $125 per person Where: OZ Nashville Info: monroeharding.org Tariff: $300 per person 15 Info: oasiscenter.org What: Generous Helpings For: Second Harvest 20 What: Beer and Baritones When: Thurs., May 15, 6 p.m. For: Forte, Opera Young Where: Nashville Farmers’ Market Professionals Tariff: $50 per person When: Tues., May 20, 5 p.m. Info: secondharvestmidtn.org Where: Fat Bottom Brewery 15 Tariff: Gratis What: The Birdhouse Thing Info: nashvilleopera.org For: W. O. Smith Music School When: Thurs., May 15, 5:30 p.m. 22 What: David Rogers’ Big Bugs Where: W. O. Smith Music School Member Preview Tariff: $50 in advance For: Cheekwood Info: birdhousething.com When: Thurs., May 22, 5:30 p.m. 15 Where: Cheekwood Gardens What: Swan Ball Auction Info: cheekwood.org For: Cheekwood When: Thurs., May 15, 6 p.m. 22 What: Human Relations Award Where: Belle Meade Country Club For: CommunityNashville Info: swanball.com/auction When: Thurs., May 22, 6 p.m. 15 What: Hermitage Gala Patrons Where: Loews Vanderbilt Hotel Co-chairs: Shirley Zeitlin and For: The Hermitage Scott Bowers When: Thurs., May 15, 5:30 p.m. Party note: Honoring Frank Boehm, Where: The Hermitage Forrest Harris, Judi Hoffman and Cabin-by-the-Spring Byron Trauger Co-chairs: Carol and Frank Tariff: $200 per person Daniels, Deby and Keith Pitts Info: communitynashville.org Party note: Behind-the-glass tours of the mansion 30 What: Brew at the Zoo Tariff: $500 per person For: Nashville Zoo Info: thehermitage.com When: Fri., May 30, 6 p.m. 16 Where: Nashville Zoo What: A Cup of Coffee Tariff: $50 per person For: Conexión Américas Info: brewatthezoonashville.com When: Fri., May 16, 7:45 a.m.

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iftyForward has undergone a few changes since 1992. For starters, they used to go by Senior Citizens, Inc. and their annual fundraiser was a grown-up prom complete with posed photos, elected king and queen, and dancing until midnight. Two Crowning Achievement Awards were given out that year to Ida Cooney and Juli Mosley for their impressive accomplishments. These days the Royal Evening that was the Prom has evolved into the Crown Affair and Senior Citizens is called FiftyForwardâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;much snazzier we think. We just have one question: does Executive Director Janet Jernigan still have that crown?

Left to right: Juli Mosley, Ida Cooney, HRH King Arthur, Janet Jernigan

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