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Contents May 2015 | Vol. xxii, No. 5

parties

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Mighty Athena

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Springing forward

68

Recipe for success

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Let’s dance

Tennessee Kidney Foundation’s revamped fundraiser is a side-splitting good time

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English dinner party

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Star power

features

79

Style icon

One day at a time

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Briefs

40

79

Homes of Distinction

Shuck yeah

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Open doors

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Volunteer spirit

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A breath of fresh air

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Nuptials Taking vows

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Cream of the crop

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Nstyle

102

Deconstructing the dish: Cheater Chef

103

Arts and galleries

104

Nspire

106

Localite

108

Backstory

110

On the circuit

114

Pencil in

116

Nretrospect

CABLE celebrates the 25th annual ATHENA Awards

The stars come out for the T.J. Martell Honors Gala

A poignant afternoon at Reaching New Heights Luncheon

An oyster of an Easter celebration

Hands On Nashville hosts the 29th annual Strobel Awards

Top 30 Under 30 honored at benefit for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Mrs. Fields charms and inspires at Power of the Purse luncheon

Celebrity dancers compete for Safe Haven

A portrait of Houghton Hall at Frist Gala

Nashville Fashion Week honors the impeccable taste of Clare Armistead

Step inside seven of Nashville’s most magnificent estates

Event planner David Stark’s timeless vision for the 2015 Swan Ball

departments

12 In our words A closer look

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Botany and booze

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House of style

59

Carnival chompers

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A spring fling

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Modeling kindness

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One and only

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A night of Southern charms at Oasis Center’s Only in Nashville

ON THE COVER

Fun with plants at the Garden Club’s Howe Wild weekend

Endless sartorial inspiration at Nashville Fashion Week

14 Behind the scenes Right at home—Hester & Cook’s

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Nsider News, rumors & propaganda

All smiles at Interfaith Dental Clinic’s Carnival Gala

A colorful evening at Junior League’s Masquerade Ball

Spring styles on display at Friends and Fashion Luncheon

Clare Armistead photographed at Citizen by Jen McDonald. For more on Clare’s Style Icon Award, check out our interview with her on page 79.

Wilder, Herndon & Merry, Peter Nappi Steeplechase boot and more

ew shops, restaurants and N trunk shows

Weddings and engagements

Bates-Smith vows

Race day darling

Fire up the grill

Performing and visual arts listings

A day in the life

Tour de Nashville

This time, it matters

The heart of the social season

Calendar of May events

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The doctors’ doctor:

Inventions & Patents

Dr. Ming Wang Harvard & MIT (MD, magna cum laude); PhD (laser physics) Performed surgeries on over 4,000 doctors Dr. Ming Wang, Harvard & MIT (MD, magna cum laude); PhD (laser physics), is one of the few cataract and LASIK surgeons in the world today who holds a doctorate degree in laser physics. He has performed over 55,000 procedures, including on over 4,000 doctors (hence he has been referred to as “the doctors’ doctor”).

Dr. Wang currently is the only surgeon in the state who offers 3D LASIK (age 18+), 3D Forever Young Lens surgery (age 40+) and 3D laser cataract surgery (age 60+). He has published 7 textbooks, over 100 papers including one in the world-renowned journal “Nature”, holds several U.S. patents and performed the world’s first laserassisted artificial cornea implantation. He has received an achievement award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and a Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Chinese Physician Association.

Dr. Wang founded a 501c(3) non-profit charity, the Wang Foundation for Sight Restoration (www.

Wangfoundation.com), which to date has helped patients from over 40 states in the U.S. and 55 countries worldwide, with all sight restoration surgeries performed free-ofcharge.

Amniotic membrane is obtained after the baby’s birth

1. LASERACT: All-laser cataract surgery U.S. patent filed.

2. Phacoplasty U.S. patent filed.

3. Amniotic membrane contact lens for photoablated corneal tissue U.S. Patent Serial No 5,932,205.

4. Amniotic membrane contact lens for injured corneal tissue U.S. Patent Serial No 6,143,315.

5. Adaptive infrared retinoscopic device for detecting ocular aberrations U.S. Utility Patent Application Serial No. 11/642,226.

6. Digital eye bank for virtual clinical trial U.S. Utility Patent Application Serial No. 11/585,522.

7. Pulsed electromagnetic field therapy for nonhealing corneal ulcer U.S.patent filed.

8. A whole-genome method of assaying in vivo DNA protein interaction and gene expression regulation U.S. patent filed

AMNIOTIC MEMBRANE CONTACT LENS Dr. Wang’s invention U.S. patents: 5,932,205 & 6,143,315

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Editorial

Herbert Fox, Jr. Nancy Floyd associate editor Kendall Mitchell Gemmill staff editor Abby White contributing editors Holly Hoffman, Lauren Langston Stewart social correspondent Gloria Houghland contributors Beth Alexander, Laura Bearden, Hallie Caddy, Erin Crabtree, Carrington Fox, Wesley H. Gallagher, Jack Isenhour, Christine Kreyling, Mindy Merrell, Sandy Nelson, Ellen Pryor, Jennifer Puryear, R.B. Quinn, Varina Willse editorial intern Cillea Houghton founding editor editor

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Brent Meredith Wendy Deason marketing events director Lynsie Shackelford marketing art director Christie Passarello

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Maggie Bond, Heather Cantrell, Rachel Dean, Carla Mathis, Stevan Steinhart account executives Michael Jezewski, Leah London, Hillary Parsons digital sales specialist Todd Gash sales operations manager Chelon Hasty account managers Sarah Brown, Jennie Tomlinson Fults, Julia Severino senior account executives

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t’s time, yet again, to unveil our choices for this year’s Homes of Distinction. With so many beautiful homes on the market, it’s never an easy job to narrow down the list, but we feel proud of the seven estates in this issue.

From a modern loft in the heart of the Gulch to a 750-acre refuge in Franklin, this year’s properties might just be our most diverse yet.

Take a peek on page 80.

It wouldn’t be the May issue of Nfocus without parties galore. We’ve been out every night this month and we’ve got the photos to prove it. One such fête was the Fashion Forward Gala. Our stunning cover model, Clare Armistead, was honored with the inaugural Style Icon Award.

Can you think of a more worthy

recipient? The epitome of elegance and grace, Clare is always the bestdressed woman in the room. We chatted with her about Nashville fashion, how her style has evolved and her personal style icon. Read the interview on page 79.

And we can’t talk about parties without mentioning the Swan Ball.

Event planner David Stark gave us all the details on the 53rd soirée happening on June 6. Turn to page 95 to find out what to expect.

But first, let’s not forget about Steeplechase. Need fashion inspiration? Stylist Milton White offers his picks in Nstyle. We’ll be at the races to judge the Hat Contest. Use #NfocusHat to tweet and Instagram your looks to us at @nfocusmagazine.

We can’t wait to see them!

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That little idea became their first product, the KnobStopper. A decade later, Hester & Cook ships kitchen and home goods across the nation. Their first brand, Cake Vintage, included the KnobStoppers, linens and silverplated items, among others. A few years later, they added Kitchen Papers, a line of paper place mats and runners for entertaining. The Pencil Factory, their stationery brand, was launched a year ago.

While most of their business is wholesale, Robbie and Angie opened a storefront six years ago and recently moved into a larger space in Berry Hill. In addition to Hester & Cook items, the store sells authentic, mostly American-made products, including a large selection of paper goods and

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“We’re starting to put more energy into the store,” says Angie, “and we will continue to grow that.”

Kitchen and home goods aren’t the only things that the Cooks are passionate about. In 2009, they launched the Wonderful Life Foundation after one of their three sons was diagnosed with a brain tumor at 2 years old. Faced with an expensive and exhaustive treatment program, they realized how many families weren’t as fortunate as they were to have the job flexibility and financial means necessary to care for an ill child. As a result, they began raising money to support families of cancer patients undergoing treatment.

Through an annual holiday event and a portion of Hester & Cook’s proceeds, the Wonderful Life Foundation raises tens of thousands of dollars each year.

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Vince and Cory kept the crowd on After event chair Lisa Meiers their feet all night, playing old faand Women Build Committee chair vorites while backed by an all-star Mendy Mazzo thanked the crowd band of Paul Franklin, Jim Horn, and Dillard’s for their help with the John Hobbs, Greg Morrow, Michael cause, a fashion show was underway.

Rhodes and Larry Franklin. Funds The models showcased some of Dilraised from this fun evening benefitlard’s most stylish spring fashions in ed MusiCares, Music Health Alliance, outfits put together by wardrobe conNew Beginnings at Lake Charles and sultant and stylist Tina Adams.

Bonaparte’s Retreat. We saw a bunch While sipping wine, peach Bellinis of folks having a good time, includand cocktails from SPEAKeasy Spiring Ivy Arnold, Buck Snyder, Debbie its and munching on bites provided Carroll, Erica Krusen, Scott Goldby Blue Diamond Catering, patrons man, Amanda Hale, Carson Stokeindulged in clothes, jewelry, shoes brand, Craig Shelburne, Donica and everything in between. But the Christensen, Randy Elliott and Kim true beauty shone through when Dettwiller Burton.

Habitat home recipients Ja’Nea Lawrence and Betty Langoya were honored for their hard work and dedication to their families and the community.

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But the gala was an atypical event as the lobby of Houston Station was transformed into an art exhibit, with renowned photographer Jeremy Cowart’s powerful photos of Hope Clinic clients displayed along the wall. Each photo represented one of the eight beatitudes—along with a program offered at the clinic—and was accompanied by a written story about the subject of each picture.

While a group of attendees explored the exhibit, the other guests dined on a meal that included white cheddar mac and cheese, grilled pork tenderloin, and tasty dessert options of raspberry buttercream or bourboninfused chocolate cake bites, deliciously prepared by Flavor Catering.

As participants immersed themselves in Jeremy’s work and the musical entertainment of The Downtown Band and musician Joshua Payne, who wrote a special song for the evening, the energy inside Houston Station was just as positive and vibrant as the work Hope Clinic does each and every day.

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After months of hard work and with the prototype of their auction brochure—which looked more like a coffee table book—completed and on display, it was time to celebrate their accomplishments.

Swan Ball co-chairs Kathleen Estes and Barby White formally thanked Carolyn, Cathy and their team with cocktails and a fabulous spring supper by Kristen Winston Catering at the lovely home of Kate and Mike Buttarazzi.

The buzz of the evening revolved around the news that this year’s live auction items would include a cruise to the Galápagos Islands, sailing on a private yacht to the Bahamas, a power trip to Hong Kong and Singapore, and a one-of-a-kind piece crafted

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igns of spring filled the theater at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital for the annual Steeplechase Luncheon. Models sporting race day attire flanked the entrance, and tables were lined with equestrian themed centerpieces of golden horseshoes, trophies and grass-covered wreaths.

The first sight of seersucker was spotted on adorable 10-year-old child ambassador, Winston Hovis, who was suited up alongside his dad in matching bowties. Winston travels back and forth from Knoxville to receive care at Monroe Carell for his Type 1 Diabetes and has been an adDiane Bronner, John and vocate in his school for other chair Beth Marshall newly diagnosed children.

Winston is a patient of honorary co-chair Bill Russell, who was Voice contestant RaeLynn, a signed called away on business during the guitar by Alan Jackson and more. luncheon. Winston told the crowd A longtime Harbor Island Yacht the experience has inspired him to Club member and commodore who received care from Alive Hospice, O.L.’s love of sailing was on display around the room in the form of paintings of past Hospice regattas.

As guests made their way to the patio for the main meal, they were seated at tables topped with fitting sailboat centerpieces. The burning fireplace kept everyone feeling warm on the cool spring evening as they dined on a decadent meal of smoked salmon, smoked strip steak, Manhattan potatoes, grilled vegetables and an appetizing dessert of corn pudding and black bottom pecan cheesecake. Complete with a gorgeous view Winston Hovis overlooking the golf course, it was clear that the memories of O.L. and want to become a doctor when he all the other patients of Alive Hospice grows up. “That, or a major league were alive and well. baseball player,” he joked.

Co-chairs Karla Chavez and Jennifer Berry arranged a hearty lunch t was a perfect spring evening when from Maggiano’s Little Italy, coincidently Winston’s favorite Nashville Karen and Scott McKean opened the doors to their lovely Belle Meade restaurant. Peter Nappi’s Steeplehome and welcomed the patrons of chase-inspired boot, the Viviana, FiftyForward’s Crown Affair. It was was on display along with a preview so nice, in fact, they opened the back of various auction items including doors as well so that guests could enartwork from this year’s featured artjoy the evening in the gorgeous garist, Phillip Crowe. Executive director dens. And that was where one could Libby Cheek addressed the crowd of find Crown Affair honorees Missy sponsors, staff and patrons gearing and John Eason and Ms. Cheap, up for the 74th running of the Iroquois Steeplechase including the hospital’s Mary Hance. chief of staff Margaret Rush, Cathy After everyone had the chance Lewandowski, Heather Vincent, to catch up over cocktails and adKirsten Patterson and GeorgeAnn mire the greenery, board chair MerDingus. cedes Lytle welcomed the group and thanked them for supporting the event and FiftyForward’s mission.

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Among those dining on Dani Kates’ delicious meal of chicken croquettes and Southern veggies were Rip Patton, Bill Hance, Jerry and Ernie Williams, Jean Ann Banker, Bonne and Gary Crigger, Yvonne and Don John and Missy Eason, Bill and Mary Hance Greene, Judy Simmons, Barbara Moss, Laurel and Louie Buntin, Laura Smith Tidwell, and resounding chorus of frogs serMarie and Charlie Cardwell. Dani’s enaded guests at the Seton CelSaigon cinnamon doughnuts provided ebration Patrons Party. The lush landa sweet end to a special evening. scaping that surrounds the home of Davonna and Randy Wachtler was full of life—both human and amphibt was a stylish night on behalf of the ian—as patrons partied under tents Nashville Symphony as supporters sublimely decorated by event designconvened for the Symphony Spring er Jenny Richter Corts.

Fashion Show Patrons Party. Kelley Co-chairs Jane and Steven Tai and Lee Beaman opened the doors and Vickie and Howard Mertz to their Oak Hill home for the chic greeted guests upon arrival alongside cocktail party. Guests mingled on president and CEO of Saint Thomas the back patio, beautifully decorated Health Foundation, Margaret Dolan.

Kristen Winston Catering treated guests to cocktails and light bites of wild mushroom and Gruyère croustade before opening a proteinpacked buffet of grilled jumbo shrimp atop white cheddar grits, beef tenderloin, smoked salmon and pecan-crusted chicken with apricot Co-chair Sissy Wilson, Alan Valentine, ginger sauce.

Co-chair Collie Daily CEO of Saint Thomas Health Mike with sleek white divans accented Schatzlein shared a moment of rewith blush and champagne pillows. membrance in honor of the late Billy Bistro tables and end tables were Ray Hearn, a longtime supporter of the topped with classic arrangements night’s beneficiary and a friend to many in pink, white and peach. Co-chairs throughout the Saint Thomas commuSissy Wilson and Collie Daily, also nity. But the night ended on a high note outfitted in stunning neutral looks, and in anticipation for the upcoming joked that they matched the décor.

25th anniversary of the Seton Celebra(Sissy’s exquisite clutch could’ve very tion with announcements that more well been part of the centerpieces.) than 400 tickets have been sold and Kristen Winston prepared a bounmore than $220,000 has already been teous spread of hors d’œuvres, inraised thus far. cluding miniature lobster rolls, ham and cheese bites and sliced spring rolls. But perhaps even more tantalizing for many of the ladies in attendance was Jamie’s display of jewelry from designer Jordan Alexander.

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The big reveal of the night, however, was the entertainment for this year’s event: Mandy Barnett. The Tennessee native will share the stage with emcee Anastasia Brown and, of course, designer Brunello Cucinelli, who will be showcasing looks from his eponymous Italian collection.

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Performance artists Josh and Ivy Elrod—she is a former Rockette and he toured with Blue Man Group for the past decade—moved to Nashville from New York City looking to plant roots for their growing family and to find space for a future brainchild. Last fall they launched Wilder, a contemporary design shop in Germantown that offers one-of-a-kind home décor otherwise unavailable in stores within a 500-mile radius.

The concept stemmed from the couple’s shared passion for art with a conscientious background and the eclectic roster of artisans they’ve discovered throughout their ravels.

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Dress? Check. Hat? Check. Catered lunch? Check. But have you got your Steeplechase boots? Peter Nappi is teaming up with Iroquois Steeplechase to create the official equestrian riding boot for the race’s 75th anniversary in 2016.

The boot—unveiled just in time for the 74th race, happening this month— is a recreation of the brand’s Viviana, a traditional women’s riding boot.

Handcrafted in Italy, the boot will come in three colors, be co-branded with the Steeplechase and Peter Nappi logos and will be packaged in custom Peter Nappi wooden shoeboxes. Forty percent of proceeds from sales of the boot will go to Iroquois Steeplechase’s official beneficiary, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt.

If you want to grab a pair before this year’s race, a limited run will be available at Peter Nappi’s showroom in Germantown and on peternappi.com. Or, if you enjoy a little shopping with your races, the boots will be available at the Iroquois Shoppes on the day of Steeplechase. This collaboration is in line with Peter Nappi’s new charitable fund, Ti Voglio Bene. The Italian phrase, which is a way of saying “I love you” that literally translated means “I want you to be well,” has been the tagline of the brand since its inception, and the fund is just one more concrete way founders Dana and Phillip Nappi will weave this motto into the fabric of their organization. Over the next year, they will announce more ways they plan to add to and utilize the fund to benefit the community of Nashville. In the meantime, go get yourself some Steeplechase boots!

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HANG IT UP Over the past 54 years, local business Herndon & Merry has been a top provider of custom hand-forged metalwork for designers, businesses and residences in Nashville and throughout the country. The company has won more than 35 national design awards for their products, which include gates, fencing, balconies, mailboxes, drapery rods, railings and other one-of-a-kind architectural items. After more than 20 years of creating custom drapery rods for designers and homeowners, the brand has decided to develop a more standardized line for wholesale to fabric stores, interior designers and drapery workshops nationwide.

The line, called Iron Rods by Herndon & Merry, was rolled out to the Middle Tennessee market at the beginning of this year with hopes of expanding to an e-commerce site that will make the line available to other regions next year. The product development team has spent the last two years developing a line of simple, stylish curtain rods and accessories.

The iron rods will come in five natural finishes: black, wrought iron, silver, gold and a rusty wash called “dirty Paris.” The rods are made locally, which gives the designers maximum control over quality. Herndon & Merry is a family-owned and operated business whose main emphasis has always been on customer service. This focus will continue as they expand through this new venture. If you just can’t wait to get your hands on one of these beautiful drapery rods, they’re already available at Brentwood Interiors and The Fabric House. For more information about everything the brand has to offer, visit herndonmerry.com.

EXTREME MAKEOVER The Martin Center, home to the Nashville Ballet, has been given quite the face-lift. Later this month, a communitywide grand opening celebration will reveal the recent expansion and renovation to the building.

Last summer, Nashville Ballet announced its ELEVATE capital campaign to finance the long overdue expansion to the Sylvan Heights facility. Today, the campaign has raised $5.2 million. An adjoining 13,000-square-foot building, purchased from Climb Nashville, will house three new studios that will allow an increase in student enrollment and the addition of more than 150 classes per semester for children and adults. “By expanding our school, we can bring ballet to more people,” says artistic director and CEO Paul Vasterling. “We will be able to train dancers who reflect our community and infuse dance into the very fabric of Nashville.”

Beyond the school expansion, renovations will include a state-ofthe-art lobby, additional parking, student drop-off points to increase the flow of traffic, a quiet room for doing homework between classes, new staff offices, and changing facilities for company members and students. The grand opening will take place May 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be free dance classes at the celebration to offer guests a taste of what they can expect at the new and improved Nashville Ballet. Visit nashvilleballet.org for more information.

daybeds from Finland’s Artek, woven wall hangings from Vienna-based artist Elodie Mra, saddle leather and powder coated steel lounge chairs from Garza Marfa in Texas, and geometric mirrors and coffee tables from Detroit’s Alex Drew & No One. Wilder recently hosted the launch of electra eggleston, a high-end textile line from Andra Eggleston inspired by the paintings of her father, famed photographer and artist William Eggleston. These prints are featured on Belgian-linen pillows sold exclusively at Wilder.

This month, they’re collaborating with another stylish Nashvillian.

“In May, you will see us partnering with Elise Joseph of Pennyweight for a summer-long pop-up event in our space,” says Ivy. “Elise will be taking over a corner of the store and offering thoughtfully chosen clothing, jewelry, accessories and fragrance for three months.” Brides can also check out their bridal registry now available online at wilderlife.com.

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READY NOW-BRING OFFER! Atkinson built this former TITAN’S estate.

Winding staircase in Foyer. Large Kitchen opens to Great Room. Overlooks private pool, great view of 6th hole! FINISHED BASEMENT incl theater, In-Law Suite. 5 minutes to Cool Springs!

115 Guineveres Retreat - $1,489,900

1 Morningside - $1,150,000

404 W Hillwood Dr - $1,075,000

Beautiful painted brick craftsman home in gated community! 2 BD on main, beautiful mst suite w/ marble bath, theater rm, bonus rm, AND 1278 sq.ft. unf. basement!

5br 5.5ba, perfect for entertaining & comfortable family living. Stunning landscaping in fenced backyard. Exercise Rm, Theater Rm & Safe/Tornado Rm in 7480 sf finished basement.

Chris Fuller 615.587.0260 & Sue Ray 615.513.3622

Wendy Monday 615.642.1313

5468 Parker Branch - $950,000 Situated amongst rolling hillsides on one of the prettiest streets in Leiper’s Fork, this charming home incorporates luxury and antique architectural touches. Ample privacy, quiet, and exceptional spaces for entertaining inside and out. Kitchen rocks!

1803 Shackleford Rd - $899,900 Custom finishes throughout in this “like new” beautiful home.Listed below recent appraisal. Does urban living with lots of sq footage and little yard work sound good?Space for a 5th bdrm. Great multigenerational home.

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Exceptional Mid-Century Modern, renovated in the right places, & all new appliances, Exclusive Hillwood Est., 5 FP’s One level ranch, pre-inspected and all repairs done, pool, see the V Tour for all pics.

Kim Day Shacklock 615.838.8850

3709 Whitland Ave - $875,000 Charming home on Historic, tree lined, sidewalk street, One of the best front porches in the area! 4 BR /4 BA (4th BR could be great bonus room).

Hardwoods up & down. Updated Master. Fenced yard.

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4154 Outer Dr - $849,000 Stunning & spacious! This well built home has such a warm & inviting feeling that you’ll never want to leave. The spaces are open & flow beautifully, Master Down. Upstairs has 2 great hang out areas.

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Prices from the $800,000’s and Up - I-65 to Moores Ln Exit West, Cross over Franklin Rd onto Lynnwood which turns into Berry’s Chapel, Right on Farmington at 4-way stop, Right onto Hartland Rd. Subdivision is at the end of road.

Prices from the $800,000’s and Up - I-65 South to Moores LN East, Right on Wilson Pk, Left on Split Log Rd, at 3 way stop - turn right to continue on Split Log, Tuscany Hills - first subdivison on Left, Straight on Tuscany Way, Left onto Fontanella, Right onto Moraco onto Ravello Way.

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325 Canton Stone Dr - $709,000

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4107 Lone Oak Rd - $659,000 Looking for the total package in a new construction home? Look no further.

Rare craftsman home just finished with custom finishes throughout. Vaulted ceilings in the master BR. Perfect location in the heart of Green Hills.

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3,550 square feet on 1st & 2nd floor, with master on main floor. Additional 1,230 in basement with HVAC. 4 bedroom, 3 full & 1- 1/2 bath, 1 acre lot with salt water pool. 3 car garage, & 3 season sunroom, Great location at the end of a cul de sac. Perfect family home.

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Spacious, 4 bedroom haven on cul-de-sac lot with Private waterfall & gorgeous garden retreat in backyard. Renovated Kitchen & other areas in home.

4th Bedroom on main level could also be Bonus. Golf avail.

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5 minutes to I-65, but a quiet cul-de-sac. Plantation shutters, master suite on main, hardwoods everywhere, dramatic high ceilings, huge Kitchen with island, “to-die-for” Sun room, Patio w/ blue slate,fenced large yard.

Incredible house, incredible view at Center Hill by Sligo boat dock that includes 4 bdrm, 3 bath, 2600 sq ft, a guest house, boat house and salt water pool.

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8024 Canonbury Dr - $319,900 Beautiful open floor plan with a bonus room over 2 car garage.Huge deck with pergola overlooking woods. Move-In Ready! SELLERS WILL OFFER $2500 TOWARD BUYERS CC WITH FULL PRICE OFFER. Becky Hamilton Wynne 615.948.8218

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Cathy Lewandowski, Vicki Horne

Yolanda Harris-Jackson, Tracy Pointer

Beth Hoeg, Joanne Eckton

Ronnie Steine, Beverly Keel, Charles Bone

Katherine Brown, Kimberlee Wyche-Etheridge, Co-chairs LoLita Toney and Laura Tidwell

Mighty Athena CABLE celebrates the 25th annual ATHENA Awards

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arch is National Women’s History Month and, quite appropriately, the time of year CABLE Nashville brings together a diverse group of female philanthropic leaders and business professionals. More than 400 attendees packed into the ceremony tent along the steps of the Parthenon to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the ATHENA Awards. The evening honors Nashville’s most exemplary women at various stages in their careers and distributes scholarships to traditional and non-traditional students.

The statue of Grecian goddess Athena looked down from her post as event chair LoLita Toney, alongside co-chair Laura Tidwell, opened the program by introducing the ceremony’s “very own anchor for the night,” NewsChannel5’s Vicki Yates. An impressive list of women followed with Crissy Haslam announcing this year’s eight scholarship recipients, receiving nearly $30,000 in awards. Karl Dean announced the 2015 Young Professionals ATHENA Award by quoting the personal motto of its recipient, Katherine Brown, “I will not quit until I win.” Katherine, an occupational therapist at Vanderbilt Home Care and founder of Learn CPR America, thanked her family—two of her children proudly cheering in the audience—and spoke of her perseverance through life’s many challenges. The mayor closed the evening by announcing Traditional ATHENA Award recipient Kimberlee Wyche-Etheridge, TSU’s assistant director of public health initiatives and founder of public health consulting firm WycheEffect. Recognizing her extraordinary accomplishments perfectly capped off an inspiring night dedicated to these powerful women and leaders in the Nashville community.

After the ceremony, The Chef & I catered a reception in the main hall with a buffet of hors d’œuvres and libations to toast the many nominees and award recipients. The ATHENA Awards program is an extension of the CABLE Foundation, Tennessee’s largest and most established network of professionals dedicated to connecting women and opportunity.

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Springing forward Tennessee Kidney Foundation’s revamped fundraiser is a side-splitting good time

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ast year, after finding the former Kidney Kaper in need of some rejuvenation, the enterprising folks at the Tennessee Kidney Foundation introduced new life to their annual fundraising event with the Spring Soirée.

Held in the Broadway ballroom of the luxurious Omni Hotel, this year’s fête, tweaked a bit from its inaugural debut, was both swanky and laugh-out-loud fun—two things co-chairs Hal Helderman and Lauren Hansen insisted upon when they took the job and appointed their committee.

In an effort to reach their target market’s attention, they decided to have Comedy Central star Nate Bargatze serve as both emcee and comedic entertainment. Between his stand-up routine and a set from musical guest David Pack of Ambrosia, the entire simulation of Saturday Night Live, which they called “Nashville Night Live,” brought the house down. Adding a fresh décor concept of sequined gold and marsala (Pantone’s color of the year), a tantalizing dinner of beef tenderloin and Chilean sea bass, and a silent auction featuring jewelry and amazing trips aplenty, I’d say the modifications to the Spring Soirée knocked it out of the park! A Late Party headed by young powerhouses Elizabeth Brodnax and Rhonda Batsuk kept the festivities going well into the night.

Committee member Amy Peterson, looking divine in a to-die-for vintage midilength dress, was there with her dad, Walt. Amy donated a kidney to Walt, and their inspirational story of love and devotion reminded everyone that while some things can be changed over time, the important vision of the TKF is here to stay.

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Craig Gardella, Margaret Taylor

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Vicki and Rick Horne

Steve Turner, Melinda and Jeffrey Balser

Jennifer Pietenpol, Ian Wattenmaker, Orrin Ingram

Ken Levitan and Gloria Dumas, Peter Frampton and Christina Elfers

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Star power The stars come out for the T.J. Martell Honors Gala

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he stars aligned for the T.J. Martell Honors Gala, bringing together some of the biggest names in the music industry and Nashville’s philanthropic community for a moving night of song and celebration.

For the third consecutive year, adopted Nashvillian Charles Esten served as emcee, offering charming anecdotes about the presenters and performers. Although the star-studded lineup was impressive, the real heroes of the night were the honorees, whom Charles referred to as “seven of our community’s most remarkable men and women.” CEO Laura Heatherly and co-chairs George Anderson, Danielle Bouharoun and Ree Buchanan welcomed the crowd to the Omni Hotel and toasted to “40 years of life-saving work” in honor of T.J. Martell’s 40th anniversary. Vince Gill kicked off the awards ceremony as both entertainer and presenter for the evening’s Spirit of Nashville Award to Steve and Judy Turner, a couple he first met more than two decades ago at a photo shoot on their property where he broke a vase trying to fit into a tight pair of pants.

Matthew West and two-time cancer survivor Jimmy Bowen honored Billy Ray and Bill Hearn with the Frances Preston Lifetime Music Industry Achievement Award for the indelible mark they’ve made on contemporary Christian music. Bill accepted the award on behalf of himself and his father, who couldn’t attend due to his health, and dedicated it to his mother who lost her battle with cancer 30 years ago. Bill also honored his stepmom, Nancy, for being such a source of love, happiness and comfort to his dad. It was a moving tribute to Billy Ray, who passed away two weeks later on April 15 of complications from heart disease.

After dinner and a live auction, the program continued with a performance by Lady Antebellum and appearance by Rascal Flatts’ Joe Don Rooney and Jay DeMarcus to honor Jeffrey Balser. Emmylou Harris and Irving Azoff teamed up to celebrate Ken Levitan, and Alison Krauss closed out the night with a special performance in honor of Becca Stevens. Becca’s husband and son, Marcus and Levi Hummon, joined Alison before Crissy Haslam presented Becca with the Lifetime Humanitarian Award. Charles closed out the night, paying one last tribute to the honorees and the power of a “life lived with purpose, integrity and passion.”

Jay and Allison DeMarcus, Hugh Howser, Joe Don Rooney and Tiffany Fallon

Co-chairs George Anderson and Danielle Bouharoun

Fount and Krystal Lynch, Storme Warren

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Linda Roberts, Libby Massey, Kate Grayken, Diane Edwards

Lynn Doramus, Beth Alexander, Cynthia Hickerson

Dorothy Sifford, Barbara Burns, Jane Anne Pilkinton

Allison DeMarcus, Co-chair Leslie Dabrowiak, Grace Clayton

Kimberly Lewis, Nancy Hearn

One day at a time A poignant afternoon at Reaching New Heights luncheon

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he audience was captivated from the moment special guest speakers Constance Curry and Kristina Wandzilak took the stage at the Reaching New Heights luncheon. The mother-daughter duo opened with a chilling excerpt from their memoir, The Lost Years: Surviving a Mother and Daughter’s Worst Nightmare. Recounting their family’s struggle and triumph over addiction further reiterated the importance of the afternoon benefiting the Women’s Program at Cumberland Heights.

Co-chairs Leslie Dabrowiak and Elizabeth James orchestrated the delightful luncheon in Hillwood Country Club’s newly renovated clubhouse and banquet space. More than 350 women and men were served courses of tomato gazpacho shooters, spring salads, and a dessert assortment of pecan tartlets, truffles and lemon squares. Leslie, who received last year’s Sheila Keeble Award, introduced Gentlemen’s Committee member Patrick Keeble to announce the 2015 recipient.

Patrick honored Genie Laurent, a staff member at Cumberland Heights for nearly 30 years, and spoke about the numerous lives she has touched throughout her career and more recently as a mentor in the Women’s Program. Genie graciously accepted her award by thanking the many patrons in attendance whose generosity keeps the center running. “I am so glad I got to stand before all of you and thank you for your support of Cumberland Heights,” she said.

In the 1970s, Cumberland Heights opened one of the first female-only treatment programs in the nation. Reaching New Heights raises funds for the women’s residence, patient assistance and future projects that support the Women’s Program’s mission to help women overcome addiction and reach new milestones in their recovery.

Susan Moore, Jay Joyner, Trisi Larish, Co-chair Elizabeth James, Jeannette Whitson

Jean Ellen Spengler, Christy Echols, Melissa Johnston, Mary Cummins

Trudy Sullivan, Shannon Beisel

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Shuck yeah An oyster of an Easter celebration

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hile Easter is often associated with chocolate eggs, synthetic grass, oversized bunnies and a visit to church, Nashville welcomed the holiday with the colorful flair of Oyster Easter at Travellers Rest.

The scent of hot dogs, seafood and beer met us at the opening booth, reminding us that spring had officially arrived in style.

Guests were dressed in their Easter Sunday best with women donning charming sundresses in a myriad of vivacious pinks, greens, oranges and blues and the men sporting pastel blazers and playful gingham shirts. Fundraising booths lined the pathway offering craft cocktails and, of course, a smorgasbord of Southern cuisine: oysters prepared in every way imaginable, red beans and rice, crispy fries, corn salad, and all of the home-style fixin’s to go along. Tables and a silent auction were tucked inside the main hall, allowing guests to comfortably nosh as they bid on various items that included several autographed guitars from Nashville’s country elite.

Outside, a grassy dance floor was established near the house as the DJ spun a mixture of contemporary pop, rap and some old-school rock ‘n’ roll, encouraging everyone to find the right spring in their step. And, of course, it wouldn’t be a true Oyster Easter celebration without a king and queen. Jason Campbell enthusiastically claimed his crown as king and shocked everyone by proposing to Ashley Davis, who joyfully accepted. As for the queen, the race ended in a three-way oyster tie between the beautiful Mollie Dingler, Bailey Hefley and Audrey Korshoff. All proceeds from the benefit went to the Community Resource Center, which will disperse the donations throughout various local charities.

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Vicki and Rick Horne

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Katie Southworth, Christianna Rice, Brittney German, Sylvia McCormick

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Camryn Magsby, Vicki Magsby

Jennifer Shepard, Jim Snell

Jerry Strobel, Charles Strobel

Michael Winter, Jimmie Handley

Volunteer spirit Lynn Blake, Tom Ward, Robert Brown

Hands On Nashville hosts the 29th annual Strobel Awards

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s the capital of the Volunteer State, it’s no surprise that Nashville is full of philanthropic citizens. The Mary Catherine Strobel Volunteer Awards recognizes these individuals and organizations that are giving back to the community in extraordinary ways. Hands On Nashville, in partnership with the Strobel family, hosted the annual luncheon for more than 600 volunteers and agency representatives at the Franklin Marriott Cool Springs Conference Center.

Brian Williams, president and CEO of Hands On Nashville, kicked off the ceremony with the adult and youth Volunteer of the Year Awards presented to Andy Myers and Camryn Magsby, respectively. NewsChannel5’s Rhori Johnston announced the 2015 finalists in the remaining categories—chosen from more than 100 nominees—and awarded the top honors. The Capacity-building Volunteer Award went to Bob Bredensteiner for his work with FiftyForward RSVP and United Way. The Volunteer Innovator Award was given to Julie Davis and Cheryl Hays for creating the Re-New program at the YWCA. The facilitator team at Conexión Américas’ Parents as Partners took home the Civic Volunteer Group Award, and the Corporate Volunteer Award was presented to Asurion for their contributions to Nashville Public Schools. Recipients of the Direct Service Volunteer Award were Samantha Ponder for her service to Snowball Express, Maurice Curry for his work with Cane Ridge Elementary, and Amy Shever with 2nd Chance 4 Pets.

During Karl Dean’s opening remarks, he stated, “Compassion for service is the core of Nashville’s character.” As the first female employee of the Nashville Fire Department, Mary Catherine Strobel was revered throughout the community as a humanitarian and trailblazer. The first Strobel Award was dedicated to her memory nearly three decades ago, and her spirit of service continues today through the celebration of these charitable Nashvillians.

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Matthew and Lesley Loftis

Marissa Benchea, Alex Hughes

Nikki Jenkins, Cynthia Fowler, Katherine Fowler, Nicole McLeod

John and Pat Shea, Tracy and Jeremy Kane

Caroline Peeples, Mollie Lacher, Chandler Pemberton

Cream of the crop Top 30 Under 30 honored at benefit for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

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he Hutton Hotel was teeming with young professionals for Nashville’s Top 30 Under 30 event benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. As the event name implies, 30 nominees under the age of 30 were selected by a panel of their peers and honored for their professional accomplishments, community leadership and contributions to the CF Foundation’s Middle Tennessee chapter.

Guests enjoyed a cocktail reception and silent auction before pouring into the grand ballroom for a seated dinner set to the music of Liz Cooper & The Stampede. Co-chairs Luke Gustafson, Whitney Kimerling, Frankie Mohylsky and Allison Reichenbach kicked off the ceremony by recognizing the class of 2015 and announcing the winners of the Leadership Awards. Michelle Augusty and Rachel Albright were honored with the Breath of Life Award for their top fundraising efforts. Honorees Kate Keene and Brittany Wegusen received the Hitchcock Award for their commitment to community outreach programs, and Catherine Smith was awarded the Marchetti Circle of Hope for her dedication in raising awareness and promoting education on the disease. Frankie, a former Top 30 Under 30 honoree, was presented with the Ashley Wilson Outstanding Alumni Award for her continued service to the organization.

These benevolent leaders of tomorrow raised a record-breaking $154,000 for research, patient assistance and care programs that ensure a better future for those living with cystic fibrosis. Following the awards presentation, emcee Lisa Harless introduced special guest speaker and CF Foundation adult advocate Marissa Benchea. Marissa shared her courageous story and credited the foundation’s many breakthroughs in research for her survival. Her personal motto encapsulated the universal hope of every attendee—that one day CF will stand for Cure Forever.

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hings got wild all right at the Garden Club’s Howe Wild weekend!

Co-chairs Elizabeth McAlister and Vee Vee Scott were all smiles as they greeted friends and guests at Botanic Hall for Friday night’s cocktail supper, the first in a series of weekend events benefiting the Howe Garden at Cheekwood.

The room was a vision in pink and white with accents of gold. Dark pink tablecloths and white chairs brightened up the room, but everyone’s eyes were immediately drawn upward to an assortment of stunning mobiles hanging from the ceiling, decorated with paper flowers in hues of pink, purple and yellow designed by Brooks Mathews. Outside on the veranda, another assortment of flowers caught people’s eyes—the 100,000 vibrant tulips currently in bloom at Cheekwood! They created quite a striking backdrop for guests enjoying cocktails and the crisp spring evening.

Bill Forrester rang the dinner bell for quite some time before this chatty crowd took their seats. Partygoers were quickly rewarded with a delicious and healthy meal from Johnny Haffner, served family style at the long, rectangular tables.

Guests passed oversized bowls and platters of a refreshing kale salad, vegetable medley and chicken breasts with quinoa. For dessert, an assortment of macarons and bite-sized treats tantalized attendees.

The real treat of the evening, however, was a fascinating presentation from Amy Stewart, author of The Drunken Botanist. She quickly charmed (and educated) the crowd with facts and anecdotes about everyone’s favorite topic: booze. More specifically, she discussed the role of botany in the production of alcohol and the creation of cocktails. Did you know that there are 27 plants in a classic Manhattan?

You can feel a bit healthier the next time you enjoy a drink.

The Howe Wild weekend continued into Saturday with a native plant sale, garden tours, and a lunch and lecture with Amy. It’s safe to say that by the end of the weekend, she became everyone’s favorite botanist, drunken or otherwise.

Sidney McAlister, Lisa Ellis, Pat Murphy

Co-chair Elizabeth McAlister, Amy Stewart, Co-chair Vee Vee Scott

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House of style Endless sartorial inspiration at Nashville Fashion Week

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or the fifth annual Nashville Fashion Week, dedicated followers of fashion came together to celebrate our city’s style. The week kicked off with the Nashville Designer Showcase at Acme Feed & Seed. Nashville’s supermodel-in-residence Karen Elson took a front row seat next to Nigel Barker—in town to promote his new book—to see the latest collections from Ona Rex, Van Hoang, Ola Mai, Eric Adler, Pink Elephant Designs, Black By Maria Silver and Amanda Valentine.

Night two put the spotlight on the city’s accessory designers at The Cordelle.

The exhibit—masterminded by a man of impeccable taste, Amos Gott—featured Bone Feather, Seraphine Design, Fanny & June, Margaret Ellis Jewelry, Peter Nappi, RINjuel, and Shutters & Shuttles.

The following evening, a delightful intersection of fashion design and visual art, was held at Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams in the Hill Center. The beautiful shop opened its doors to host the “Call of Couture” by Herb Williams—yes, the artist famous for his crayon sculptures. Herb created colorful dog sculptures to represent notable designers including Louis Vuitton and Chanel. The event also honored Nashville Fashion Forward Fund recipient Ceri Hoover. (Side note: If you haven’t purchased one of Ceri’s lovely bags, what are you waiting for?)

Friday night offered a truly spectacular show: a ready-to-wear runway showcase at the Bicentennial Mall Amphitheatre featuring Circle of Gentlemen, Lagi Nadeau, Megan Huntz, Religion and Timo Weiland (who happens to be a Vandy grad!). On Saturday, attendees had a packed schedule to choose from, ranging from industry panels at City Winery to shopping events around the city.

But the highlight of the week was Saturday evening’s second annual Fashion Forward Gala, a benefit for the CFMT’s Fashion Forward Fund, held at The Rosewall

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At the gala, Fern Mallis—international fashion industry consultant, former CFDA executive director and creator of New York Fashion Week—professed her love for Nashville.

Fern, who noted the efforts of many in the fashion community working to build a viable industry, said that to do so, we’d need a village. A “very chic” village. When she said, “You don’t have to live in New York to be successful in this business,” the packed house applauded, certain in their quest of making that a reality here in Tennessee.

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Carnival chompers All smiles at Interfaith Dental Clinic’s Carnival Gala

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here’s never a dull night in Nashville, and the evening of the Interfaith Dental Clinic Carnival Gala at the Cannery Ballroom was no exception.

Chaired by Dennis and Doris Wells, Daniel Weese and Vaishali Bhakta, the festive annual fundraiser was a total success with all of the circusthemed goodies one could ever imagine.

A giant photo booth and old-fashioned popcorn machine greeted guests at the door and enticed them toward the main ballroom where the magic really began. Aerialists floated in acrobatic glory while a contortionist helped twist out the big bucks at the silent auction. A magician showed his colorful cards to the crowd while a fortune-teller offered private readings. Even a bearded lady made an appearance (and created a lot of photo opportunities!). Spiked snow cones, cotton candy and loaded mini hot dogs served as some of the appetizing festival fare that brought back sweet childhood memories.

Tables were adorned with fair tickets and spring daisies in plastic popcorn buckets. But it was Victoria’s Secret Angel and Sports Illustrated cover model Lily Aldridge who stole the show with her charm and beauty. The evening’s other special guests, Six Wire, who you might recognize as the house band for Deacon Claybourne on ABC’s Nashville, brought down the house—or tent, we should say— capping off a great night for a fantastic nonprofit that provides affordable, quality oral hygiene for both low-income families and the elderly in Middle Tennessee.

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A spring fling A colorful evening at Junior League’s Masquerade Ball Russell Medwyk, Connie Ford, Janet and Kim Cross

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he Junior League of Nashville, the connected bunch that they are, must’ve struck a deal with Mother Nature to guarantee perfect temperatures for their (partially outdoors) Masquerade Ball. It was a cool and dry spring night as guests arrived at War Memorial Auditorium to kick off the festivities with cocktails and hors d’œuvres in the candlelit courtyard.

Color was the name of the game for both the décor and the attendees with tables cloaked in coral cloths and ladies dressed in their finest and brightest blacktie attire. Many revelers got into the theme of the evening with elaborate masks, perfectly coordinated with their ensembles, of course. G Catering prepared a creative spread of appetizers, which included ratatouille roulade, seared scallops, and strawberries stuffed with apricot goat cheese and drizzled with balsamic vinegar.

Inside the auditorium, tables were draped in champagne silk tablecloths and topped with sophisticated centerpieces of hydrangeas, tulips and roses in various gold vessels. Ornate gold-trimmed china and vintage red-tinted glassware completed the look. Co-chairs Darci Caesar and Brooke Keane welcomed the crowd and introduced Laura Creekmore, Junior League president, to serve as the evening’s emcee. Luke Gregory, CEO of the evening’s beneficiary, the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital, thanked the Junior League for a partnership that has lasted more than 90 years and has evolved from a small house to one million square feet.

After guests enjoyed a dinner of yellowfin tuna crudo salad, red wine braised ox tail and a peanut butter espresso mousse trifle, Laura returned to the stage to present Paragon Awards to Diane Hayes (Community Service Award), Ali Fricke (Outstanding Service Award) and Linde Pflaum (Sustainer Award). Each of the women humbly accepted their honors with words of gratitude to the Junior League and their families and friends.

The crowd capped off the evening in the courtyard with late-night bites of beer-battered corndogs, hot chicken cakes, mini farm burgers, duck confit nachos, chocolate charcuterie and gelato. It was the perfect ending to a flawless night.

Samantha and Jamie Reedy, Elizabeth and Ryan Saffle

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Modeling kindness Spring styles on display at Friends and Fashion Luncheon

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here was no shortage of smiles at the 25th annual Friends and Fashion Luncheon and Fashion Show benefiting Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital. Dressed in their most colorful spring attire, guests packed the Embassy Suites in Cool Springs, bidding generously on an expansive array of silent auction items. While indulging in tasty mimosas and other cocktails, patrons flocked to the Jack Rogers trunk show, which boasted a myriad of fun and festive spring pieces.

Soon after entering the ballroom, attendees delighted in a healthy meal of grilled chicken salad and fruit. But the room was really brought to life when neon-clad models, a combination of both professionals and young patients at the hospital, came out dancing—both on the runway and in the aisles—making for an energetic entrance. With Top 40 hits thumping the background, the fashion show officially began as models strutted Belk’s chic and classy styles down the runway, dazzling the audience with ready-to-wear looks.

Singer-songwriter Brett James kicked the entertainment up a notch with a performance of the ACM-nominated song “I Hold On,” accompanied by his son, Preston, a former patient at Monroe Carell. Brett’s wife, Sandy, reminded everyone of the hospital’s incredible work when she told the moving story behind Preston’s threatening heart condition and how the hospital saved his life. “We’re very blessed to have this incredible resource with us,” she said to the captivated crowd. Brett followed Sandy’s powerful sentiments with an emotional performance of “Something in the Water,” his chart-topping hit co-written with Carrie Underwood.

But the real superstars of the day were the children that the hospital serves, a message that was not lost on the nearly 600 people who so selflessly donated to this magnanimous institution.

Sara Wallace, Cindy Retoske

Shannon Frazier, Caprice Fussell, Tamara Lankford

Mary Lampley, Debbie Laidlaw

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Erin Grant, Rachel Moore-Beard, Jenny Barker

Brad and Anne Wirths, Jennifer and Mike Barrett

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One and only A night of Southern charms at Oasis Center’s Only in Nashville

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uests couldn’t have asked for a more gorgeous spring evening as they gathered at OZ Nashville for the always popular Only in Nashville party benefiting the Oasis Center. Before the main event began, patrons packed the veranda and Zen garden, chatting on the cozy outdoor couches and amusing themselves in the cleverly named “Photoboot,” which featured Nashville-themed props. But the real sight to behold was the whole roasted pig that would later become the main course for the evening.

Attendees entered the extravagant event hall, illuminating the darkness with their festive blinking pinky rings and glowing necklaces, and indulged in a classic Southern feast of barbecue pork and chicken, baked beans, potato salad and coleslaw catered by Martin’s Bar-B-Que. The festivities continued when three of Nashville’s most sought-after songwriters—Ryan Hurd, Josh Osborne and Lori McKenna—joined forces for an acoustic set of some of today’s hottest country hits.

Ryan, who penned Blake Shelton’s recent number one hit, “Lonely Tonight,” began the showcase with an energetic performance of “Payback,” a song he co-wrote for Rascal Flatts. Audience members could be seen singing and bobbing along to the familiar tunes.

But the powerful work of the organization took center stage when Susan, a former member of Oasis, performed a beautiful piano piece that brought the delighted audience to their feet. While the musical entertainment and exciting live auction (which included a one-week stay at Jimmy Buffett’s former home in Key West) kept revelers riveted, it was the story of Oasis’s life-changing mission and programs that really hit home. CEO Tom Ward revealed that it costs $5,000 to sponsor five young people for 10 days in the shelter, prompting multiple tables of 10 to donate $100 per person to support the amazing organization and the valued young people they serve.

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Recipe for success Mrs. Fields charms and inspires at Power of the Purse luncheon

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urses and cookies—what more could a woman want? The ladies of Nashville were treated to both at this year’s Power of the Purse luncheon, benefiting the Women’s Fund of the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. Following in last year’s footsteps, the luncheon was held at the Music City Center, creating ample room for the impressive lot of handbags up for auction. And these women were willing to fight for those coveted purses!

Demetria Kalodimos returned again as emcee and got things rolling with a word of welcome and thanks. “Just by being here, you’re supporting women and girls in need throughout our community,” she said as she addressed a packed house of our city’s most generous and powerful women (and a few brave gents, as well).

Laura Smith Tidwell, chair of the Women’s Fund, emphasized the important work of the organization and how valuable every donation is in serving the needs of women in our area. Last year alone, the Women’s Fund gave away $128,500 in grant money to 29 nonprofits. Ruth Ann Harnisch then took the stage to ask for support, joking that “this is not the guilt trip portion of the event.”

After the crowd enjoyed a light spring salad topped with grilled chicken and seared scallops, Demetria introduced this year’s keynote speaker, Debbi Fields. The founder of Mrs. Fields—and recent Nashville transplant!—charmed and inspired the crowd with her sweet story of success. Starting with a simple recipe, an unwavering determination and an unwillingness to take no for an answer, Debbi turned her passion into a worldwide dessert empire.

And, of course, a visit from Mrs. Fields herself wouldn’t be complete without a few tasty treats for the crowd. Gigi Butler of Gigi’s Cupcakes opened her kitchen to Debbi and a team of volunteers to bake cookies for everyone in attendance, once again demonstrating how sweet it is when women support one another.

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Carol Titus, Ron Samuels, Debi Tate

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Victoria and Jerrod Menz, Gloria and Darrell Freeman

Joyce Lavery, Chair Jerry Bostelman

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ll the sequins and spray tans at the sixth annual Dancing for Safe Haven benefit popped against the modern backdrop of the newly renovated Sheraton Hotel. Guests mingled with celebrity and professional ballroom dancers and sipped cocktails like the Jumpin’ Jivin’ Jerry— named for event chair Jerry Bostelman—while enjoying views of the transformed Legislative Terrace.

Once everyone filed into the ballroom, the lights dimmed and the show was off to a thrilling start. The program opened with a surprise video of Jerry dancing and lip-syncing to “Uptown Funk” that segued into the evening’s first performance of him backed by a bevy of professional dancers. It was a tough act to follow, but executive director Joyce Lavery and board president Eric Baer succeeded with the presentation of the Safe Haven Hero Award to Catherine Knowles, a supervisor of Nashville Public Schools’ H.E.R.O. Program for the past 18 years. Hosts Kelly Sutton and The River’s Woody and Jim followed with yet another surprise in the form of a birthday song and cake for longtime patron Annette Eskind.

After a dinner of Swing Salad, Foxtrot Filet and Paso Doble Dessert, past Safe Haven competitors Amy and Owen Joyner warmed up the dance floor as the crowd awaited the competition. Celebrity dancers Marcus Whitney, Kyah Hillis, Anita Greenwood Cash, Chris Hyndman and Christopher Stark performed a variety of ballroom styles for judges Heather Byrd, Jana Davis and Bobby Perry. Kyah was voted the crowd favorite with her lively jitterbug, and Marcus won over the judges with his charming cha-cha. Chris Hyndman was deemed the online favorite for raising $27,000, but the top prize of the night was the overall $234,000 raised for the shelter’s mission of serving homeless families.

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hile the phrase “bringing the outdoors in” is more commonly coined for grand scale events, co-chairs Debbie Best and Caroline McNeilly exquisitely pulled off the reverse for this year’s Frist Gala, bringing a bit of the indoors outside at the Frist Center’s annual black-tie gala.

The art museum’s tented courtyard was transformed into an 18th-century manor, a reflection of the museum’s latest exhibit, Houghton Hall: Portrait of an English Country House, for the lavish affair. A large door leading to the courtyard was covered in hand-painted garden roses, mirroring the wallpaper featured in the exhibit. It was the first of many murals commissioned by local artist Lorne Quarles. His large-scale replica of the fireplace in the Houghton Hall dining room overlooked the seated dinner, evoking the feeling of a dinner party at the famed Norfolk estate. Era-appropriate décor was arranged throughout the tent, softly lit by chandeliers and candlestick topiaries. Gold china, etched crystal stemware and royal blue linens accompanied centerpieces of hydrangeas and garden roses in shades of blush, peach and cream.

A string quartet serenaded guests mingling about the room, many of them sporting the themed attire. Downton Abbey-inspired dresses seemed to be in favor over the cumbersome hoop skirts of the Georgian era. Jennifer Frist dazzled in a gilded beaded frock in tune with the hit television series.

Kristen Winston offered a taste of the English countryside with courses of caviar-topped lemon crab, fillet of beef with potato soufflé and mini Yorkshire puddings. A rather apropos dessert of Eton mess—crisp meringue layered with an airy orange sabayon and vanilla crème accented by fresh berries and edible violets— capped off the exquisite meal.

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Style icon Nashville Fashion Week honors the impeccable taste of Clare Armistead

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he word “iconic” should not be thrown around. Rather, it’s reserved for the rare, beautiful thing that somehow encapsulates something so much larger than itself.

Thus, it was incredibly apropos that the folks behind Nashville Fashion Week announced that they would honor Clare Armistead with their inaugural Style Icon Award at the second annual Fashion Forward Gala. In Nashville, you’d be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn’t know Clare, a dedicated supporter of countless nonprofits and a lady who greets everyone like a long-lost friend.

For Clare, her love of fashion has also been steadfast throughout the years.

As the child of a very dapper gentleman, Clare had an early education in the beauty of a well-cut garment that comfortably fits the individual wearing it. She cultivated this love of fashion in college, majoring in fashion merchandising in New York, and subsequently worked in retail, sharpening an already keen eye for all things sartorial.

Clare is always a welcome sight at social events: regal, impeccably dressed, and somehow emanating the perfect mix of grace and a girlish, fun attitude (anyone who has planned an event with Clare knows she puts the “fun” in “fundraising”).

We chatted with Clare just before she received her award at the Fashion Forward Gala—held in the chic Rosewall event space with a pre- and post-event party at Citizen—amongst her family and friends…and many a fan running up to have their picture made with the newly crowned icon.

Congratulations on being the first recipient of the Style Icon Award!

Well, thank you!

Have you always had an interest in fashion?

I always loved clothes, but I became more interested in design and fashion as the years went by, for one reason or another. Either I was exposed to it or my friends were, but it’s just something I have always enjoyed. It makes me happy to see something pretty.

What girl doesn’t love a pretty dress?

That’s right!

What are some of your earliest memories involving fashion? Do you remember being a little girl and seeing your mom dress up for something?

She didn’t care anything particularly about clothes, but my father was very dressy—he loved to dress up! As the years went on, I became more interested in it.

Who are some of the designers you’ve met, or whose clothing you’ve worn?

For one reason or another, I was responsible for the fashion shows for five Swan Balls, so I worked with the designers and coordinators and people, and also I had a friend, Alfred Fiandaca, [who was] a dress designer.

You attend a lot of events—is there anything coming up that you’re excited to dress up for?

My grandson is getting married, so I’ve been looking for dresses. You know, I don’t throw out a lot, and I recycle things. I wear things that are 20 years old, but some-

times old clothes just look like old clothes! [laughs] And you need something else.

So it’s hard to find. These days there are not many sleeves in dresses, and I don’t know why they don’t do that—they could make a fortune!

Why do you think that is?

Well, it’s easier, for one thing, and then lots of girls like to show their arms, evidently. [laughs] We don’t have a choice!

That’s right!

So how would you describe your personal style?

Well, I never thought about it!

Are there any particular cuts or colors you go back to, time and time again?

Well, my closet looks like 50 shades of grey! [laughs] I like greys and blues and beiges and taupes—neutrals, I guess. They’re pretty to me and, I think, more becoming to me because I don’t have that much color in my face or hair, so I’m more comfortable with those.

I think that’s the key—a woman could be wearing the most beautiful gown, but if she doesn’t look comfortable in it, it just doesn’t look right.

Were there any women whose personal style you admired?

Jackie Kennedy had great style, and she was just my age.

So did your style evolve throughout time?

I don’t think hers did, and I don’t think mine did either. I think we just always sort of wore the same kind of clothes all along. The styles change; the hemlines change.

I don’t know if this is true now, but there was a hemline, and you wore that hemline. I think, when Christian Dior had the ‘New Look,’ it was almost ankle-length.

So we went up and down, and you would have to go to New York to see what everybody was wearing. And then, [you’d] think, ‘Oh my gosh, she looks terrific!’

And then you would say, ‘Ooh, I want one of those too!’

You mentioned going to New York, finding dresses there ...

Oh, I’ve always shopped here, I enjoy shopping here. I love to look in New York, and I bought many clothes in New York, but I love to shop here and support the stores here, my friends here.

How do you think Nashville fashion has changed throughout the years?

I don’t think anybody here has a rule about style. I think most people wear what they want to wear. And maybe many of the younger people always want the latest thing—the hippest thing and the most attractive thing—but I think most people just wear what they wish to wear.

Your husband joked that he collected size 4 dresses. Do you know how many you have?

No. [laughs] Absolutely not!

Abby White PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF HUNTER ARMISTEAD AND JEN MCDONALD

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haven for nature lovers, 5205 Still House Hollow Road offers the breathtaking views and quiet seclusion one could expect from a 750-acre estate in Franklin. The hilly, wooded grounds feature 21 miles of trails for hiking, horseback riding or recreation vehicles, and the property’s multiple structures include an exquisite 15,000-square-foot manor house, a pool house, a guest cabin, a greenhouse, an observatory, an equestrian center and a 5,000-square-foot sportsman’s lodge.

The main residence was constructed between 2006 and 2008 by master builder Jim Mullowney, who sourced a variety of woods from across the country—including salvaged timbers and beams from a Mississippi opera house and the Marathon Motors car plant, among others—to craft a magnificent home with rustic charm. The front terrace and living areas overlook a 15-acre lake, and rooms along the rear of the home afford views of a resort-worthy pool, spa and pool house (complete with an infrared sauna). In addition to six bedroom suites, the manor house boasts a two-story windowed music room, a gym, a yoga/ballet studio, a soundproof theater room constructed by world-renowned studio designer Michael Cronin, a climate-con-

trolled wine cellar with French terracotta floors and a meditation/ massage room located in the home’s turret.

A short walk from the main residence, a recently renovated log cabin makes a charming guesthouse with two bedrooms, two baths and a stone fireplace. Nearby, a greenhouse—originally built in Germany and reassembled on the property—offers a tranquil respite with a beamed skylit ceiling, an indoor stone fountain and beautiful stained glass transom window. The sportsman’s lodge, perfect for hosting groups, is equipped with a commercial kitchen, bunk rooms, a weight room, a workshop with built-in cubbies and shelves for gear, and an outdoor stone patio with picnic tables, a grill and a fireplace.

The land itself offers endless opportunities for entertainment and sport. The equestrian center houses two barns, 10 stalls and a tack room, and there are fenced pastures with 100 acres of feeding fields. The two lakes, lined with fishing docks and a skeet shoot pavilion, are stocked with large-mouth bass and rainbow trout.

The land is also an established habitat for turkey, deer, quail and songbirds, making it the perfect getaway for conservationists and huntsmen alike.

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by J. Terry Bates and architectural master builder Ramsey-Daugherty, boasts an impressive stone exterior with slate roof and copper gutters and sits on manicured grounds that make it feel like it’s miles from the city. This architectural rhapsody would appeal to those who seek a luxurious yet comfortable, private yet convenient living space.

Walking into the marble entry, you’ll immediately notice how the house functions and flows as a single-family home with a resort feel.

The kitchen opens up to a massive great room with a barrel ceiling, limestone fireplace and a gorgeous chandelier, also showcasing an incredible amount of customization, from the ironwork on the balconies to the hand-carved wooden beams. The room provides a lovely view of the backyard, featuring a large limestone patio leading to a terraced lawn, a pool and a cabana house. The first floor also has the

master suite, a formal dining room, a music study, a butler’s pantry, a breakfast room, a hobby room, a wet bar and a dog room complete with a Dutch door. (The adjoining four-car garage also features a built-in dog bath.)

The second level, which is accessible by three staircases—one in the main foyer and one on each side—houses three oversized bedroom suites, each with balconies overlooking the meticulous grounds, and a guest suite with a full kitchen and bath, ready for a nanny or overnight visitors. Off the suite, you’ll find a large playroom and a laundry room. (There’s also a laundry room on the first floor for added convenience.) The second floor contains an incredible amount of climate-controlled storage and leads up to the third floor to a massive game room with a full kitchen and an adjoining exercise room. Lest you think all of the playing happens on the second and third floors, the home also has a climate-controlled wine cellar and tasting room in the basement, where you can store up to 3,000 bottles of wine.

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Expansive limestone columns brace the entrance that opens to the soaring heights of a grand marbled rotunda with floor-toceiling arched windows—complete with remote-controlled storm shutters—that overlook the grounds. Stunning millwork displayed in elaborately carved crown molding and solid wood doors shines throughout the entire home.

But the bel étage is by far the nearly 11,000 square feet of finished basement space that houses the entertainment amenities. A full basketball court, complete with a scoreboard and locker room, is sectioned off from the rest of the home by an electronic iron gate, giving

the space a more private option for hosting large events. On the other side, an open entertainment space leads to a half-court option or yoga studio, a bowling alley, and the natatorium with an accompanying sauna and steam room.

For lucky visitors, the three-bedroom guest suite is equipped with a living room, full kitchen and private patio access to the outdoor activities. A man-made rolling creek frames the back lawn, which extends to clay tennis courts. A limestone bridge, hollowed with an underlying tunnel for swimmers accessing the grotto, divides the colossal pool. The grotto also features a private sitting area enclosed by a waterfall. The stacked limestone extends to the pool house, which contains a large suite with a full bath and kitchen, as well as a built-in outdoor cooking area.

The bones of the home are classic, primed and ready for customization with endless design possibilities. Whether your style is more St. Regis or Four Seasons, décor is your only worry when the foundation is built to last. kend all mitchell

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Jackson Boulevard, Nashville

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he majestic estate at 530 Jackson Blvd. rests comfortably on five manicured acres in the heart of Belle Meade. Constructed of solid brick and adorned with a two-story colonnade, custom ironwork and limestone balustrades, the 22,000-square-foot antebellum Greek revival home is a secluded retreat nestled within city limits.

The breathtaking grand foyer wows guests immediately upon arrival with chevron hardwood floors, fluted maple columns, a lightfilled gallery hall, and an elliptical staircase leading to the second and third levels. Flanking the foyer are embassy-sized living and dining rooms, each housing a custom fireplace modeled after ones in the White House. Both rooms open to the wraparound veranda that frames the front of the home. Off the dining room, a full-service gourmet kitchen leads to a breakfast nook and a separate catering kitchen with service entry, ideal for hosting lavish parties and events.

And when it comes to hosting, this manse has no shortage of spaces to entertain. The octagonal family room, which includes Old World plaster and glazed walls and a stacked stone fireplace, transitions to a covered porch with a grilling station, and the oak-paneled library and billiards room features coffered ceilings, built-in book-

shelves, a wet bar, a powder room and access to a screened porch of its own. The gallery sitting room is full of light with 25-foot ceilings, 20-foot arched windows and five French doors that open to the terrace. The private guest quarters on the first level include a living room, kitchen, en suite bedroom and separate entrance.

Upstairs, the master suite is the ultimate refuge for him and her with an expansive sitting room, two private balconies, a gas fireplace and walk-in closet. The home boasts four additional bedroom suites, a game room, an office, and a playroom equipped with a fully functional (and quite elaborate) model train set. A climate-controlled wine cellar and tasting room can be found on the basement level, along with a laundry room, a gym and a media room.

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Mediterranean villa in the hills of Brentwood, 308 White Swans Crossing is the ultimate entertainer’s retreat. Jack W. Bell Builders crafted the home in 2008 in the exclusive gated community of Cambridge Downs. The style, however, was entirely orchestrated by the owners in a balance of pure imagination and refined taste.

In this palace, custom is king. Upon entering the foyer through a 12-foot custom arched doorway of iron and glass, the eye is immediately drawn to the abundance of exquisite details. To the right, a custom chandelier of smoky quartz cascades through the center of an iron spiral staircase that connects all three floors. Walnut pillars, hand-spackled in Venetian plaster, encircle the walnut-coffered dome ceiling overhead. The open floor plan continues to the dining room featuring another coffered ceiling in a diamond lattice pattern, hand-painted by a local artist, and a cantilevered chandelier extending from a custom-designed iron mount. The poured pewter countertop on the curved wet bar wraps around to the kitchen, where custom hand-glazed white oak cabinets and pecky cypress beams join French limestone countertops, copper accents and a powder room with upholstered walls.

A two-car breezeway—ideal for a party’s valet service—offers an entry to the ground level through solid wood French doors. A chevron-patterned walnut floor leads to the theater room, gym, safe room and iron-gated entry to the wine cellar and tasting room.

Outfitted with exposed brick walls, the 4,000-bottle cellar is monitored by an eSommelier inventory system.

The grand loggia extends the length of the home, running parallel to an urban oasis of outdoor fireplaces and dining space accompanied by a heated saltwater pool and grilling station—the lifeblood of outdoor entertaining. Stone retaining walls surround the grounds for upgraded privacy, and the home is flanked by two gated entries for convenience. Custom 12-inch copper gutters line the Ludowici barrel tile roof complementing the copper-clad windows and glass doors throughout.

Future dwellers can rest assured that an immense amount of thought went into the design—and many redesigns—of each precious square foot. kend all mitchell

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Fortunately, many of the materials from the original structure— doors, fireplace mantels, flooring and windowpanes—were used to build the current one, lending historic charm to the house. The home has been tastefully renovated to provide the most modern of amenities in this stately gem.

While the bones remain the same, many of the rooms have been repurposed for contemporary needs. Parlors, dining rooms and kitchens may have swapped locations, but fireplaces and mantels remain in place. The stunning kitchen—resplendent with custom alderwood cabinets, a farmhouse sink and a granite island—is easily accessible

from the formal dining room and the front parlor. A nearby den offers a quiet place to work, and the former kitchen serves as a spacious family room, overlooking an added back porch—the home also has original front and side porches—and the lovely backyard, which has a magnolia tree originally planted by a young Fannie Park Ewing.

When you walk throughout the house, you’ll notice how quiet the space is, a benefit of the extremely thick walls that shelter inhabitants from any street noise. Ascending the staircase to the second floor, the historical glass is radiant, providing a dreamy lens to the world outside. The view can be enjoyed in the upstairs sitting area or from the master suite, which has been updated with added closets and a master bath with marble his-and-hers sinks. The other two bedrooms have a connecting bath, and each room has a narrow coal fireplace.

Up on the third level, two more bedrooms have been created, along with a full bath, and the old attic has been transformed into a large storage space.

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Towering over the intersection of 12th and Laurel, the recently completed Twelve|Twelve building reflects the city’s changing landscape, both literally and figuratively. With 23 stories enclosed in glass, the formidable structure is a tall, sleek mirror, beautifully showcasing the evolving neighborhood from every angle, while simultaneously offering upscale city living for consumers who demand the very best.

This LEED-certified building is as breathtaking on the inside as it is on the outside. Residents can enjoy a surprising amount of green space—including a terrace-level park with fantastic views of downtown—and a variety of inviting common areas. Amenities include a gas-heated, saline swimming pool and spa, a covered dog-walking

space and bathing area, a controlled-access parking garage, a trainerstaffed fitness center, 24-hour security, guest suites for overnight stays and concierge services.

Unit 801 is the largest of the non-penthouse, two-bedroom plans.

With panoramic views overlooking the city, this 1,867-square-foot modern loft provides ample room for residents. The open floor plan offers a large living area with abundant dining space, all visible from the kitchen (which is nicely enhanced with quartz countertops and a balcony).

Both bedroom suites are equipped with massive closets and one boasts a private balcony. A large closet/laundry area flanks the entry.

Each unit at Twelve|Twelve includes a modern home audio system, which means this place is primed to entertain. One can certainly imagine inviting friends over to enjoy one of the most stunning views in the city!

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A breath of fresh air Event planner extraordinaire David Stark’s timeless vision for the 2015 Swan Ball You’ve had a long, successful career and a very impressive roster of clients. What have been some of your personal favorite events to plan?

There are so many that I love, and it’s so hard to name favorites. I can think of some recent ones that were very, very exciting for lots of different reasons. One was the 40th anniversary of Saturday Night Live. A recent one that’s very near and dear to my heart is the gala that we did for the Whitney Museum. That was the last time they were in their Breuer Building before they moved to their new building, which is about to open.

What is your process from the time a client hires you to the execution of the event?

One of the things that I think distinguishes the work that we do is our process, and part of our process is getting to know our clients. Rather than decorating a space, we’re really thinking about how we inject meaning into the visuals, how every single visual choice that we make should be an embodiment of who the organization is, what they stand for, what they dream about and what their goals are. Of course beauty is very important and always a goal, but if beauty can also be impregnated with meaning, then it’s even more powerful.

Let’s talk about the Swan Ball specifically. What excites you about designing this particular event?

First of all, there’s such a long, wonderful history of this being such an exceptional event. And the house, the property, the gardens—they’re legendary, and it’s a great honor to do an event like this. So of course we’re thrilled to be there, and working with [co-chairs] Barby [White] and Kathleen [Estes] has just been a dream. They have so much energy, so much excitement. Their energy is so contagious, and together as a team, we’re just having the greatest time. But we’re also looking to really create an experience that people will remember for a long, long, long time.

With an event like the Swan Ball, which has a 52-year history, how much time did you spend researching past events?

A little bit. I certainly investigated what was done for the past couple of years, and I keep my head in the schoolbook, but I mostly focus on what we’re doing [and]

on the theme and the goals that Barby and Kathleen set up. I did look at what was done the past couple of years because I didn’t want to overlap in terms of color palettes or materials used, but we bring our own individual point of view. So while I’m interested in the history from a curiosity standpoint, I’m less interested in terms of its relationship to our work.

Are there any unique challenges to designing the Swan Ball or things that are a different from what you’ve done before?

The difference about it is what is exciting to me. I never want to do the same event twice. Being in Nashville, which is such a vibrant, wonderful city, is really exciting, but at the same time, the real challenge comes in because my studio’s not around the corner as it is [ for events] in New York City. So we need to be thoughtful and strategic in terms of the kinds of designs that we come up with, and it’s been great fun to partner with all the amazing local talents who create this experience.

Can you give away any details about what people can expect at this year’s ball?

I think that one can expect the event will be ultra elegant, but it will have a component of radical art installation that will take it to a place beyond elegance. It’s chic, classic and timeless and also looking to the future. The colors are very subtle and refined, but the scale of the installation is large and dynamic.

Are there specific details that you’re planning on incorporating into the event that are a nod to Nashville as a whole or to the grounds at Cheekwood?

We’re using all kinds of locally grown foliages and natural materials, so we’re using tons and tons and tons of roses, but then we’re also using a lot of natural foliage and branches from the region. The tent ceiling will be draped in a tailored series of awning stripes in tan and white, and the clock components will be suspended in thin air beneath the draping of the tent. The roses and the foliage will be used all throughout the spaces. So it’ll be very lush, but at the same time it will have these cool clock components that are juxtaposed with all the natural beauty, the flowers, the foliage, the gardens.

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They married in October at Calvary United Methodist Church with the Rev. Vin Walkup officiating, using the same Bible Allison’s parents used for their ceremony in 1971.

The bride chose a strapless lace gown designed

by Lea-Ann Belter with a three-quarter sleeved jacket and a Monique Lhuillier hand-beaded belt added later for dancing. She wore her mother’s

full-length veil of antique silk illusion and carried a bouquet of white and blush flowers designed by Terry White of the English Garden. Bridesmaids wore blush Amsale chiffon dresses in various styles from The Bride Room.

A tented reception followed at Ravenswood Mansion in Brentwood, the former home of the groom’s paternal grandparents. Amos Gott organized the event, Sharon Johnson catered and 14 Karat Gold from Atlanta provided the tunes for dancing. Billie Mochow designed the five-tiered almond cake. The late-night snack was hot chicken with white bread and pickles.

“It was incredibly special to get married and have our reception in a city that has so many memories for each of us,” said Allison. “We grew

up attending high school just a couple of miles from each other and have many family friends in common but didn’t meet until many years later in Washington.” She attended Ensworth School and Harpeth Hall School before receiving her bachelor’s from Wake Forest University and an interior design degree from Marymount University. Stephen attended Franklin Road Academy and Montgomery Bell Academy before earning a bachelor’s from Princeton University.

After a wedding trip to Turkey, Greece and Italy, the couple returned to Washington, where Allison works in public policy and government relations at Google and he runs the digital practice for Purple Strategies, a communications and advertising firm based in Alexandria, Va. Sand y N el son

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fter the winter we had, chances are your grilling deck is looking a little weary. With Memorial Day and summer just ahead, let’s run down the Cheater Chef checklist—complete with a great sauce recipe—and get that grill station up and running.

To repair or recycle, that is the question. Replacement burners and grill grates alone can run $50 to $100. So, if your equipment is pushing five years old and wasn’t more than $500 when purchased, it’s probably more economical to recycle.

A basic charcoal grill can run from $100 to $300, with basic gas grills starting at $250. A simple model that’s well cared for can produce spectacular results. New grills are easy to research online, and you can see plenty of models already assembled in big box stores or at the Hearth & Grill Shop for higher-end models.

However, if you like your grill, a little effort can bring it back to life. Shut off the gas supply, put on the rubber gloves and pull the insides out. Run cooking grates and grill tools through the dishwasher. Lift out the burners and inspect for rust, dirt and grease.

Gently tap out any loose material, and scrub burners with a wire brush.

Clean out or replace the removable grease trap on the underside of the grill and sweep out the bottom of the grill head. That flaky black stuff peeling off the inside of the cover is carbon residue (not paint). Hit the grill body inside and out with a high-pressure hose and a stiff wire welder’s brush. If the ceramic briquettes are crumbling, discard and refresh with a new box. Use kitchen degreaser spray on shelves, drawers and doors.

Reassemble your components, lightly oil the cooking grates with vegetable oil and a paper towel, turn on the gas, light the burners and let it heat up for 10 minutes or so. Now you’re back in business.

Patio ShoPPing CheCkliSt: · Sturdy metal spatulas/quality tongs—Try OXO and avoid clunky and overdesigned grill tools. · Instant-read thermometer—Great for quick temperature checks. · Fresh propane—Refill or exchange your empty tanks. · Heavy-duty aluminum foil—Thicker, wider foil is best for wrapping heavy meats and placing directly over fire. · Aluminum pans—Roast vegetables or brats in pans on the grill and avoid heating the oven on a hot night. · Plastic gallon-sized bags—For marinades and pre-grilling salt brines. · Kosher salt—Clean flavor and crunchy texture perfect for brines, dry rubs and seasoning. · Charcoal—Extra charcoal is handy when the power goes out. · Wood chunks/chips/smoking pellets—The supermarket charcoal aisle stocks a wide variety to achieve your ideal flavor.

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Newsies Disney’s hit Broadway show inspired by the newsboys’ strike of 1899 brings all of its upbeat musical numbers and fabulous choreography to Music City. May 26-31. Tickets $32.50-87.50. Andrew Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St., 615782-4000, tpac.org.

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Written by Nashville’s own Sue Fabisch, this four-woman production humorously portrays the craziness of parenthood. May 6-17. Tickets $2541.50. Andrew Johnson Theater, 505 Deaderick St., 615-782-4000, tpac.org.

This collection from Nashville-based painter Anna Jaap, ranging from intimate drawings to large-scale canvas pieces, elevates traditional landscape elements into thoughtful works of art. Through May 27. Gratis. Tinney Contemporary, 237 Fifth Ave. N., 615255-7816, tinneycontemporary.com.

Natalie Cole The Grammy Award-winning singer performs a series of her hit songs with the Nashville Symphony, making for a memorable Mother’s Day performance.

May 10. Tickets $39-119. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, One Symphony Place, 615-687-6400, nashvillesymphony.org.

Trisha Brown Dance Company: A Retrospective in Three Parts

The contemporary painter’s in-depth exhibition focuses on the interaction between private environments and their inhabitants, along with the social structures of domesticity. Through June 13. Gratis. Sherrick & Paul, 438 Houston St., 615-864-7623, sherrickandpaul.com.

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OZ Nashville hosts two performances celebrating the 40-year career of avant-garde choreographer Trisha Brown. May 14 and 16. Tickets $40-52.50. OZ Nashville, 6172 Cockrill Bend Circle, 615-350-7200, ozartsnashville.org.

The Nashville Symphony brings Berlioz’s vivacious Symphonie Fantastique to life, along with a breathtaking performance of Sibelius’ Violin Concerto by soloist Elina Vähälä. May 14-16. Tickets $22-138. Schermerhorn Symphony Center, One Symphony Place, 615-6876400, nashvillesymphony.org.

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hile touring the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, we learned that Monroe Carell Jr. himself spent the majority of his childhood in and out of hospitals for treatment of a gastrointestinal obstruction. He was once quoted in an interview as saying, “While I received wonderful treatment, I always knew that I was one child amongst many adults.”

He later gained entrepreneurial success running one of the largest parking companies in the country. He was a dedicated family man and left a philanthropic legacy inspired by his childhood experience. The hospital bears his name in recognition of his generous donations and the leadership role he played in the billion-dollar campaign required to build it.

Monroe would undoubtedly be proud of the hospital’s vision to provide innovative medical care to children while creating an environment where, no matter how sick, a kid can still feel like a kid. This includes celebrating special occasions and holidays and providing resources for families of patients.

Like any nonprofit, a dedicated staff of volunteers is crucial. Last year, 400 volunteers worked more than 15,500 hours at the hospital, and more than 1,000 volunteers hosted special events. Various opportunities are available based on the amount of time a volunteer can give, as extensive training programs are required for direct patient and family contact.

Support programs like Friends of Children’s Hospital, which has been running for more than 40 years with nearly 2,000 members, are also available to those wanting to get involved. They host fundraising events like Friends and Fashion and An Evening with Friends, in addition to a variety of activities at the hospital that include monthly bingo nights and weekly Lunch Bunch. Working alongside Friends representatives Tracy Crawford and Carolyn Thombs, our Nfocus team served a lunch donated by Newk’s to the many families of patients spending countless hours at the hospital. We witnessed firsthand how a simple service can have a huge impact on these families.

The Red Wagon Project is another Friends program, open to teens in junior high and high school. They can volunteer as ambassadors and coordinate drives in their communities to source wagons and fill them with toys and essentials.

Donations are vital, but the needs of the hospital can change daily. A wish

list is available on their website and is updated regularly. There are volunteer drop-off points at the hospital as well as opportunities to purchase items from online wish lists through third party retailers like Target and Starbright World.

After lunch, our team ventured to the second floor of the hospital, dubbed Main Street, to assist with an Easter egg hunt for patients and their siblings who weren’t able to celebrate the holiday together at home. We helped child life specialist Amanda Mahrt organize Easter baskets and hide eggs along Main Street.

Champ, the hospital mascot, and several floppy-eared friends joined us on the hunt. For a few hours, kids were allowed to be kids and forget the rather grownup challenges they were facing.

Of course, there is more to caring for these kids and their families than providing fun activities. There’s a registered K-12 school inside the hospital that allows patients to keep up with their studies while receiving treatment. “It’s our goal for them to return to the classroom and be on track with their peers and feel like a normal kid,” says Erin Morrison, senior director of community development.

The Junior League Family Resource Center provides the Family Business Center for parents who need to work remotely and the Family Health Library for families learning about their child’s condition. “We’ve had people call from all over the country looking for information provided in our library,” says Erin.

“We send them the books with return labels, and they can send them back when they’re done, free of charge.”

As the hospital continues to grow, the need for more space is inevitable.

Last fall, the daughters of Monroe Carell Jr. donated $10 million to kick-start the Growing to New Heights campaign. The $40 million effort, chaired by Kathryn Carell Brown, will finance a 160,000-square-foot, four-floor expansion.

Construction is set to begin this year on the first floor, which will include 38 critical care beds for newborns, post-op transplant and neurosurgery patients and other critical care patients, as well as playrooms and personal amenities that have become a hospital signature.

The idea of providing a child-friendly environment built around the science of healing—as envisioned by Monroe Carell Jr. himself—is what makes this hospital more than your average care facility. And although our bodies are dependent upon medical healing, this day proved that sometimes laughter really is the best medicine.

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hen I remind my husband that I’m not good at riding a bike, he asks what that even means. He apparently doesn’t remember the disastrous episode when I was pulling our twin daughters in one of those little tented contraptions. All was bliss until I popped the curb and the three of us went flying, then rolling and skidding to a terrifying, wailing stop. He was present to witness this event, so even if he doesn’t remember, I don’t need to remind him of it. But the entire point of today is that we are without kids— a whole day in Nashville without kids.

Our plan? Hop on those red rental bikes you’ve seen around town and be free as birds, discovering all the hidden treasures Nashville has to offer unencumbered couples on a sunny Saturday in May. Given my cycling history, I was intimidated. But we swiped our credit card, picked two nice bikes and, after toying expertly with the seat heights, set out on the open road. While he confidently pedaled up and over the Pedestrian Bridge, I promptly got off and pushed mine to the top. Even though he pretty much went off and left me as soon as we hit the bumpy sidewalks of the east side, I was fine. I was good. I was free and hip. I was on a bike in Nashville for goodness’ sake.

Our first port of call was Five Points, where we perused the micro shops and walked through Wonders on Woodland with its awesome midcentury antiques. I found a pair of suede stilettos for five dollars and made fast, happy use of my husband’s bike basket. We then snagged a table by the window at Tenn Sixteen for an early lunch. Walker ordered a porter on draft and I a Diet Coke, but he was kind enough to let me drink half his beer and order another one:

a win/win.

Eager to continue our tour, we headed back into town via the Woodland Street Bridge and took the Riverwalk toward Germantown. Here, the path ran away from the noise and the familiar and took us to what felt like the old underside of the city where men had labored along the railroad tracks and kids had snuck around with stolen candies in their pockets. We passed derelict buildings: some revitalized and turned into cool businesses like Peter Nappi, others just the brick shells of once vital markets. Meanwhile, the river ran cool and soundless alongside us, steering our way.

Another hour had gone by when we made it to Germantown, where the cobblestone streets still hold the echoing sounds of horse hoofs. Past Monell’s, past the fish shop, past Silo—resisting their deviled eggs— we rode on to the Bicentennial Mall.

I’d been there before but had never taken the time to read the marble wall that traces our state’s history. It was the sleeper hit of the tour, this recap of Tennessee’s life and legacy.

After a quick break at the Farmers’ Market—more to add to hubby’s bike basket—we headed back toward downtown and our final stop: Pinewood Social. I had never been to Pinewood Social because, again, I am pitifully uncool and boring. Getting there took us past the Music City Center and down Peabody Street to the old Trolley Barns. It was almost 4 p.m. by the time we chained our bikes and snapped the requisite selfie. Inside, the bar was ours for the taking, and this time, we both ordered beers, sitting back, sweaty and tired, satisfied and rejuvenated all in one. I had not thought about the kids all day. I had not passed a Kroger. I hadn’t even crashed into anything. Cheers to that!

Varina Wilse

A native Nashvillian and mother of three, Varina is working on her second book and her To Do list.

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Wear your most fabulous hat, bonnet or otherwise incredible headdress to Steeplechase on May 9. Be seen looking stellar. The Nfocus judges will be circulating throughout the boxes and grounds to pick finalists, who will be designated by wearing a sponsor sticker, so be on the lookout for our nominees!

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Held on Saturday, May 9th at Nashville’s Percy Warner Park, the Iroquois Steeplechase is the premiere spring race in American steeplechasing and Music City’s traditional rite of spring – typically attracting more than 25,000 spectators including the crème de la crème of Southern society.

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Me too. And even though I look forward to voting at every opportunity, sometimes I can’t help feeling that things have secretly been decided without me.

Millions of people vote for the president, and more than 1.3 million voted in the 2014 state elections. On busy mornings when work waits at the office, it’s easy to leave what seems an empty task to others. But this election is different. For one thing, it’s local. For another, there’s no party primary; everyone runs together.

If you are reading this on May 1, there are fewer than 100 days until Nashville elects a new mayor on Thursday, Aug. 6. Maybe the strongest reflection of Nashville’s current status is that seven good people are interested in serving as our mayor. And make no mistake, our next mayor will have the voice, face and intellect that define Nashville to the nation.

In addition to the highly debated issues of mass transportation, education and economic development, including its impact on neighborhoods, we’ll need someone with the energy and intellectual alacrity to handle unpredictable future issues.

It will be vital for the next mayor to be energetic and far-sighted enough not just to manage what is put on his or her plate but to anticipate opportunities, seek them out and prepare to make the most of them. The next mayor should be someone who has proven mettle in terms of creative collaboration, pulling all kinds of people together to change lives. My

bias is toward anyone who possesses curiosity and humility (insofar as a candidate can feasibly demonstrate humility) and fewer politically crafted answers.

Who do you like? Have you attended any of the more than 40 forums that various organizations are hosting around the city? If not, put one or two of these events on your calendar. It will give you an idea of where the candidates stand, their approach to various issues and their various styles.

—NTC Presents: Speed Networking with Nashville’s Mayoral Candidates (May 6, 3 p.m. at Frost Brown Todd LLC; Nashville Technology Council members only) —Mayoral Forum on the Arts & Nashville’s Creative Edge (May 14, 5:30 p.m. at Nashville Children’s Theatre) —Tennessee Immigrant and Minority Business Group: A Nashville Mayoral Candidate Forum (May 19, 6:30 p.m. at Global Events Center) —Nashforward Debate (May 21, 7 p.m. at Massey Performing Arts Center at Belmont University) —Center for Nonprofit Management: Nashville Mayoral Candidate Forum (May 26, 9 a.m. at Piedmont Natural Gas; CNM members only)

What’s unique about how the numbers work this year? The breadth of the field amplifies the impact of your vote. If you’re not registered, sign up—just do it before July 7 to be able to vote in August. And if you’re going to be out of town, vote early or by absentee ballot.

Eight years ago, with five main contenders, 24 percent went to each of the top two contenders, with the third candidate missing the runoff by fewer than 300 votes. This August, the top two contenders could qualify for the runoff with as little as 16 to 17 percent. That means that this year, you and your vote really matter.

Beth AlexAnder

Beth was editor of Nfocus from 2001 to 2008. She is now a private banker at CapStar, and continues to be involved with many fine causes in Nashville. Email her at editoralex@bellsouth.net.

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1. Tom Starling, Co-chair Charlotte Wood 2. Regina and Jim O’Keefe 3. Elizabeth Heaston, Bama Wood, Steve Heaston 4. Mary Harkleroad, Jack and Mariesa Severson 5. Paula Sandidge, Co-chair Kathryn Mathes, Patricia Storms kend all mit chell gemmill pho t ographs by michael w. bunch

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Where: Richland Country Club Tariff: $22 per regular member, $20 per life member Info: vanderbilt.edu/vwc What: hEAR the Music For: Songs for Sound When: Fri., May 1, 6 p.m.

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What: Barnstorming For: Green Hills Family YMCA When: Fri., May 1, 6:30 p.m.

Where: 6436 Edinburgh Drive Party Note: Performance by Dierks Bentley and friends Tariff: $1,500 per table Info: ymcamidtn.org/green-hills What: Kentucky Derby Party For: Belle Meade Plantation When: Sat., May 2, 3 p.m.

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Where: Country Music Hall of Fame Co-chairs: Trudy Bloodworth, Rebecca Kauffman, Tiffany Johns Tariff: $300 per patron, $200 per person Info: casanashville.org What: Symphony Spring Fashion Show For: Nashville Symphony When: Tues., May 5, 6 p.m.

Where: Schermerhorn Co-chairs: Collie Daily, Sissy Wilson Party Note: Runway show from Brunello Cucinelli Tariff: $450 premium seating, $150 per person Info: nashvillesymphony.org What: Seeds of Hope For: Monroe Harding When: Thurs., May 7, 6 p.m.

Where: Home of Shannon and Greg Hill Co-chairs: Rose Falcon Atkins, John and Sara Horst, Matt and Lindsay Denney Tariff: $125 per person Info: monroeharding.org What: Generous Helpings Patrons Party For: Second Harvest Food Bank When: Thurs., May 7, 6 p.m.

Where: Second Harvest Food Bank Party Note: Hosted by Dale Levitski Tariff: $250 per patron Info: secondharvestmidtn.org/ generoushelpings

What: Seton Celebration For: St. Thomas Foundation When: Sat., May 2, 6:30 p.m.

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Mark Peacock Where: Hilton Nashville Downtown Party Note: Honoring James Party Note: Honoring Stephanie and Bearden, William Edwards, Michael John Ingram Niedermeyer and Dinah White Tariff: $200 per person Tariff: $300 per person Info: easterseals.com Info: sths.com

For: Nashville Opera When: Tues., May 12, 5:30 p.m.

Where: Fat Bottom Brewing Tariff: Price of beer Info: nashvilleopera.org/operaat

What: Butterfly Release For: Alive Hospice When: Sat., May 16, 9 a.m. & 11 a.m.

Where: Alive Hospice Residence Tariff: $30 per butterfly Info: alivehospice.org/butterfly What: Sunday Social For: League of Women Voters When: Sun., May 17, 3 p.m.

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Where: Green Door Gourmet Where: Omni Hotel Chair: Marjean Coddon Co-chairs: Leslie El-Sayad, Bob Party Note: Special guests Eddie Benning, Dan Eisenstein, John George and David Alford Page, Moises Paz, Amer McDonald Tariff: $300 per patron Tariff: $160 per person Info: nashvillerep.org/river-reprise Info: namitn.org 19 What: Great Futures Gala 14 What: Lifesaver Breakfast For: Boys & Girls Clubs For: American Red Cross When: Tues., May 19, 5 p.m.

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Where: Omni Hotel Where: Omni Hotel Co-chairs: Jerry Bostelman and Co-chairs: Jan and Harry Jacobson Jensen Sessums Tariff: Gratis Party Note: Special guest Dylan Info: crowdrise.com/ McDermott nashvillelifesaverbreakfast Tariff: $300 per person Info: greatfuturesgala.com 14 What: Generous Helpings 21 What: Opening reception for Jaume For: Second Harvest Food Bank When: Thurs., May 14, 6 p.m.

Plensa: Human Landscape Where: City Winery For: Cheekwood Chair: Susan Goodwin When: Thurs., May 21, 5:30 p.m.

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Where: Hilton Nashville Downtown Tariff: $200 per person Info: communitynashville.org

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Where: W.O. Smith Music School Tariff: $40 per person Info: abcnashville.org/artsimmersion-2015 What: Brew at the Zoo For: Nashville Zoo When: Fri., May 29, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Nashville Zoo Party Note: 21 and up Tariff: $100 per VIP, $60 per person Info: brewatthezoonashville.com

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Children’s Theatre board members in 1958: Dickie Farrar, Carol Stevens, Martha Bush, Liz Williams, Chris Tibbott, Jean Crawford.

Chris Tibbott volunteers her time on Swan Ball decorations in the 1960s.

The cast of the Saturday morning radio show, Wormwood Forest, in 1949: Tom Tichenor, Jane Dabney, Walt Disney, Clarence Nash, Chris Tibbott, John Culley.

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