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Far From Ordinary Step inside Ray Booth’s stunning hilltop manse

A closer look at Nashville's newest luxury hotels

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Contents October 2016 | Vol. xxiii, No. 10

parties

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Double Digits Celebrating a major milestone at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center

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Under the Influence Belmont Mansion wins at Dueling Cocktails

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Much Ado About TPAC

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It Only Takes a Night

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Empire State of Mind

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Silly About Stripes

One Night Only sets the stage for Studio Tenn’s success

’More College hosts summer send-off O at Seriously Seersucker

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Fall Crush

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The Inside Scoop

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Over the Rainbow

Mad Hatter offers a prelude to fall

Jeni Britton Bauer sweetens up the Girl Scout Luncheon

Chukkers for Charity is transformed into the Emerald City

Partying like it’s 1595 at the TPAC Gala

Heritage Ball takes a trip to the Big Apple

features 59

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Far From Ordinary Step inside four of the city’s most remarkable homes

Be Our Guest A closer look at Nashville’s newest luxury hotels

departments 12 In Our Words A warm welcome

14 Behind the Scenes John Donovan’s talent shines through Tenure Ceramics

17 Nsider

News, rumors & propaganda 26

Briefs

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Nuptials

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Taking Vows

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Nroute

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Deconstructing the Dish

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Arts and Galleries

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Discerning Reader

90

Localite

91

Best Behavior

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Pencil In

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Nretrospect

Ceri Hoover, Ex Voto Vintage Jewelry, The Ben & Morey Show and more

Latest Nashville weddings

Ezell-Minear vows

WaterColor Inn & Resort

Tartare meets the flame

Upcoming visual and performing arts

Rolling with the punches

‘Tis the season

Expert etiquette advice from John Bridges

Calendar of October events

Tommy Frist leads the pack

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59 ON THE COVER

Architect and interior designer Ray Booth photographed at home by Daniel Meigs.

To see more of Ray’s home, turn to the interiors feature on page 59.

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IN o ur wo rd s

A Warm Welcome Stepping inside Nashville’s newest and prettiest properties POIS MOI COLLECTION

In the midst of Nashville’s construction boom where “tall and skinnies” are invading every neighborhood across the city and uninspiring buildings are being slapped up quicker than you can say, “where did that crane come from?,” it’s more refreshing than ever to see thoughtful design in the homes and businesses around us. For this year’s interiors issue, we received a record number of entries showcasing the work of talented designers in dwellings from Belle Meade to Murfreesboro. Narrowing down the list was a Herculean task, but the four homes highlighted in this issue are truly spectacular, starting with Ray Booth’s breathtaking hilltop manse overlooking the city.

Our cover guy served double duty as the architect and interior

designer on the stunning Oak Hill property. Flip to page 59 to take a peek inside Ray’s home, along with three other beauties in Green Hills, Oak Hill and Belle Meade.

Speaking of construction, it seems like a new hotel is being built on every corner. They’re impossible to keep straight, so we created a cheat sheet of the first round of luxury properties opening in the next few months. We’ve compared their amenities, restaurants and event spaces on page 76.

Whether you’ve got plans to host out-of-town guests or you’re simply looking for some new places to dine or host an event downtown, this comprehensive comparison will answer all of your questions.

We can’t wait to start attending parties at these hot new spots!

BY NaNcY FloYd

Nancy is a reader of books, rider of bikes and lover of all things local. She lives in East Nashville with her husband, Kyle, and beagle, Gus. Email her at nfloyd@nfocusmagazine.com.

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Enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres while you view art and Antique Pieces that have not been displayed before.

If John Donovan hadn’t been a troublemaker in the fourth grade, he might never have been introduced to clay. When his mom heard that his math teacher let him draw after finishing his schoolwork to keep him from bothering the other kids, she sent him off to spend his afternoons with a local potter, Peter King. It was in this studio that John began his lifelong relationship with clay.

John went on to study ceramics in college and earn master’s degrees in ceramics and drawing.

When he moved to Nashville in 2004, his career was focused on fine-art ceramic sculpture. His works were represented by LeMieux Galleries in New Orleans and Zeitgeist in Nashville, and he was teaching in the art department at MTSU. His wife (then girlfriend), Lisa, was in the restaurant business, and whenever she told people John worked with clay, they assumed he made pottery.

When Lisa would tell them he didn’t, the usual response was “let us know when he changes his mind.”

In 2007, Tandy Wilson of City House convinced John to design custom ceramic tableware for the

restaurant’s Sunday brunch. He designed pasta plates for the restaurant in 2010, and word began to spread among Lisa’s peers that John Donovan was finally taking orders.

He began collaborating with commercial and residential clients to create custom pottery, and in 2015, Tenure Ceramics was born.

The name Tenure began as a tongue-in-cheek reference to his gaining tenure at MTSU, but it came to represent the relationships John likes to create with his clients. “My goal is to never just give them one order,” he says. He wants to have long-term, collaborative partnerships with these chefs. He recognizes that they are artists too, and he is inspired by their art as much as they are by his.

John has also done large-scale residential commissions, creating full sets of dinnerware for in-home use for clients like Drew Park of Drew’s Brews. If you’re in the market for beautiful, handmade, one-of-a-kind ceramic tableware, visit tenureceramics.com.

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Horsin’ Around To say it was a rainy night at the annual Raise the Roofs fundraiser would be an understatement, but guests braved the muddy grounds at The Park at Harlinsdale for an evening of delicious food, great conversation and majestic horses. Even for a night dressed in white, there were

completing the horses’ warm-up arena and supporting various projects across the park.

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Music executives, living legends, friends and family filled the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum at the Nashville Municipal Auditorium to honor the six women being inducted into the Source Awards Hall of Fame. Source, celebrating its 25th anniversary, supports female Linda Childs, Torrey Barnhill, Co-chair Stacey executives and Watson, Kristy Williams professionals in all areas of Nashville’s music industry. For 14 years, the awards have recognized the lifetime achievements of women who have played an indispensable, and often behind-the-scenes, role in the success of Music Row and Nashville’s entertainment industry.

Co-chairs Suzanne Lee and Shereé Spoltoré planned a special evening that began with cocktails in front of the Women Behind the MuJeffrey Gray, Von Derry sic Gallery, the photographic display of previous award winners. Attendees many well-planned wellies, which crowded around this year’s inductproved to be a coveted commodity ees: Alison Booth, Tammy Brown, at the event. Folk band People on the Diane Cash, Nancy Jones and Callie Porch kept the spirit alive despite the Khouri. Gail Pollock received a postsoggy weather. humous award.

Guests were encouraged to grab a plate and try mouthwatering creations like steak and biscuits from Circa Grill, chicken sausage gumbo from Franklin Chop House, drunk chicken and chili cheese étouffée with crawfish from Yat’s, I-40 pie (pecan pie with chocolate chips and coconut) from Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop and luscious libations provided by Lipman Brothers.

When the weather finally took a respite from its angry Jeannie Seely, Brenda Lee, T Bone Burnett and Callie Khouri downpour, the daring high bar competition and a shortened polo match brought the crowd to its feet in a unity of sportsmanship. The evening ended with another chance to donate through a live auction. All proceeds will go to funding a new walkway system, adding a new roof for the Charles Esten, Chris Young, Patty Esten renovated mare barn, continued on page 18

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Guests dined on a hearty meal from Gaylord Catering while country music legends and emcees Jeannie Seely and Brenda Lee tried to keep to their script. Musicians Chris Brown, John Conlee and Charles Esten Betty Hadley, Margaret Ann Robinson were on hand to introduce others. They awaited her arrival while Alison, Diane and Callie, respectively. nibbling cheese straws and sipping Little Big Town appeared in a video punch from cups tied with pink satin for Tammy and Montgomery Gentry ribbons. Friends came from all over in one for Nancy. Even Kiefer Sutherand included Carol Cavalozzo, who land sent a video congratulating all had been secretary to Betty’s brother the ladies. Each inductee received a Albert Hadley, and Brian McCarthy standing ovation from an enthusiastic from New York along with locals such and appreciative crowd that included as Jane Sloan, Elaine Sullivan, Nan founder and Source president Shelia Parrish, Joanne Bainbridge, ElizaShipley Biddy, founders Judy Harris beth Rodgers, Karin Noel and Becky and Pat Rolfe, Hall of Fame owners Holbrook, Betty’s assistant.

Linda and Joe Chambers, Gus ArrenLunch was fit for a princess: dale, Robert Oermann, Sandy Neese, chicken breast with mushrooms in a Beverly Keel, Melissa Wald, Whitney wine sauce, summer squash casserole Daane, Madeline Stone, J.T. Lewis, and a light Greek salad. Dessert was Reckless Johnny Wales, Mandy Barpeppermint ice cream and a lovely nett and Shauna Collins. pink birthday cake, topped with two candles — 9 and 0 — to mark the occasion. Everybody stood to sing in It was by any account a spectacular honor of Betty, who deserved every birthday celebration and very befitminute of birthday glory. ting of a Nashville icon in the design world. The irresistible invitation set the stage — a sepia photo of a gorgeous young woman from a time gone by lounging gracefully on a diCo-chairs Whitney Akin and Anne van, with details about the event in Lucas stood at the entrance to Debpink, of course. Lifelong friends of bie White’s Hill Place home excitAntiques & Garden Show matriarch edly awaiting

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Betty Hadley had planned a surprise luncheon for her 90th, and if she wasn’t surprised, said one observer, she deserves an Oscar for her performance.

Hostesses included Sarah Fleming (who was there with her husband, Dick), Jane Corcoran (who arranged the lovely centerpieces), Anne Shepherd, Alice Mathews, Connie Cigarran, Libby Page and her mother Co-chair Anne Lucas, Debbie White, Margaret Ann RobCo-chair Whitney Akin inson and numerous

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up for one or more of the many activities that raise funds and awareness for the hospital and meet patient and family needs. Attendees heard about volunteer opportunities, special events and ongoing programs for the year as well as a new opportunity called “Feet on the Street,” a chance to thank sponsors and supporters of the Children’s Miracle Network. Rebecca Smith shared her story and expressed gratitude for the support her family received during Beth Harwell, Mary Trapnell, Marilyn Jones, Derri Smith their experience in the hospital.

Of course, the group’s $650,000 gift out the house, and guests mixed and to the “Growing to New Heights” capimingled while sipping on margaritas tal campaign was the biggest news, before making their way through a especially since the final amount piquant buffet of chicken and brisket greatly exceeded the original pledge. tacos, Mexican rice and black beans Kathryn Brown, chair of the camfrom Local Taco. Afterward, every sweet tooth was assuaged with mini cupcakes from Cupcake Collection. All the while, guests kept returning to check out the silent auction and increase their bids on the highly soughtafter items. The night ended Tricia Ericson, Kathryn Brown, Heidi Garber with auctioneer Neal Trice leading a spirited live auction of a guitar signed

by Lee Brice, Chase Bryant, The Band Perry, Scotty McCreery, Joe Nichols, Maren Morris and more.

Among the ESTN supporters at the Carrie Playfair, Cindy Comperry, Jodi Rall, second-ever Wendy Gatto Patrons Party were Will Akin, paign, was on hand to congratulate Jon Lucas, Bill Smith, Bill Decker, and thank everyone for the impresMartha and Malcolm Greenwood, sive contribution to the project that Rebecca and Jeremy Findley, Mary will add four floors on top of the existBarret and Bob Farnsworth, Michael ing building and grow the hospital to Carnes, Julie Hunt and Kye Hudson, nearly 1 million square feet.

Deborah and Mark Edwards, and Volunteers including Mary Lee Annie and Jay White.

Bartlett, Robin Puryear, Mari-Kate Hopper, Elizabeth Akers, Judy Simmons, Alice Essary, Laura Roberts, Julie Roberts, Jennifer Hoffman, Leigh Rogers and Tracy Crawford Friends of Monroe Carell Children’s were joined by Steven Webber, Cindy Hospital at Vanderbilt hosted a kickComperry, Beth Moore, Donna Daloff luncheon in the hospital’s First ton and Emma Harwell to celebrate Tennessee Theater. An enthusiastic what is destined to be another succrowd of volunteers gathered to hear cessful year for Friends. plans for the coming year and to sign logo banner flapping behind stately columns.

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The Beginning of It All Like the old adage goes, a Swan Ball committee member’s work is never done. To prove it, the auction committee gathered for a kick-off party to begin prepping for the 2017 whitetie gala. Barbara and Greg Hagood, whose gorgeous Belle Meade home is on display in the current issue of Veranda, welcomed committee members for an informative meeting and casual supper on the terrace. This year’s auction committee co-chairs — Carter Dawson, Amy Richards and Rebecca Rutledge — greeted guests at the door, eager to begin the festivities.

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Carter, Amy and Rebecca took a few moments to get down to business, laying out their plans and goals for the year. They also hinted at some spectacular items already in the works, including a Masters trip with

private air, a getaway to Argentina and a vacation in Australia and New Zealand. It sounds like this auction is already shaping up to be one for the books — just like next year’s Swan Ball, which will coincide with the renovation of the Cheekwood mansion. Among those plotting and planning trips and treasures to secure at the 2017 event were Elaine Sullivan, Sylvia Bradbury, Laura Bearden, Julie Walker, Kristen and Carter Paine, Mary Jo Shankle, John Riddick and Rob Hull.

Always Stylish The army of volunteers that put on the Antiques & Garden Show of Nashville gathered for a kick-off meeting co-hosted by Dana Miller

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A local rising star made it to the semi-finals for the Home Shopping Network’s Good Housekeeping contest with a product that we all can use: removable wallpaper in chic designs. Entrepreneur Ali Abrahimia founded WallsNeedLove in 2009, and the company now consists of wallpaper, pillows, headboards, wall art, duvet covers and much, much more. His flagship product, Easy Stripe, was created only a few years ago, but it’s already carrying quite a bit of hype. The self-adhesive, 36-foot-long rolls come in various colors and widths. It’s the faster, more affordable way to decorate walls, laptops, furniture, bikes, doors and more without the fear of damaging the surface behind it. It easily peels off walls without chipping paint or leaving any sort of residue.

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Forget painting and endless hours of installing strip after strip of wallpaper; WallsNeedLove encourages simple DIY projects and creativity. There are so many different patterns to choose from and nearly 50 artists involved, making it easy to find something to suit your taste and add personality to your space. Check out their website at wallsneedlove. com, where there are plenty of finished rooms to inspire you to start your next project.

Ceri Hoover has built a nationally recognized empire with her deceptively simple, exceptionally well-made handbags. In less than four years since launching, more than 150 retailers nationwide — including local outlets, Anthropologie stores and cerihoover. com — are carrying her timeless clutches, totes and cross-body bags.

Now, she is opening her first boutique in the 12South neighborhood. Her decision to become a part of one of the city’s hottest shopping and dining spots was easy. “There’s a real intimacy [there] between the businesses and their customers that we look forward to joining,” she says.

The store will operate as the brand’s

Now Heeere’s Ben and Morey!

They’re back! The Ben & Morey Show — the offbeat, live talk show hosted by funny guys Ben Oddo and Morey Hill — will be returning to Centennial Park’s Performing Arts Studios every Thursday night through December. Twentysomething college buddies Ben and Morey, along with producer Davis Hunt, launched the quirky homespun program — think Wayne’s World meets Johnny Carson — in 2015, with headline guests including Karl Dean, Ann Patchett and Eddie George. Hilarious highlights of the first two seasons included Ben and Morey sipping whiskey with Green Brier distillers Andy and Charlie Nelson, talking history with an Abraham Lincoln impersonator and trying to pen their own spinoff of Mary Laura Philpott’s book Penguins With People Problems. (To give you an idea, their side-splitting effort yielded dismal titles such as People With Drinking Problems and The Middle East Has a Lot of Problems.) The $10 price of admission buys a couple of beers, and intermission often morphs into a casual cocktail party of friends, fans and Dr. Soul’s Wholly Funk Band — Hicks Woolwine, John Bogdal, Mac Frith, Meredith Lawrence and Alan Schulman — the Paul Shaffers to Ben and Morey’s latter-day David Letterman. There are no reservations, so arrive early to get one of the 60 seats in the intimate black-box theater. For more information, visit benandmoreyshow.com.

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flagship, offering a full range of Ceri’s seasonal handbag and shoe collections as well as limited edition and one-of-a-kind designs. It will be the only store selling the company’s new women’s apparel, which also launches this fall. At 500 square feet, the store embodies the feel of a wonderful small boutique like the ones in New York’s Nolita neighborhood. In the intimate setting, each guest can expect a highly specialized personal shopping experience while working with a team of expert stylists.

“The neighborhood has a great collection of independently owned businesses. People are always out walking — grabbing a cup of coffee, meeting friends for dinner, picking up a popsicle on their way to Sevier Park,” says Ceri. After Oct. 15, on your next shopping or dining outing to 12South, be sure to visit the Ceri Hoover store located next to Sloco in the 12th and Paris Building at 2905 12th Ave. S.

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fternoon downpours did not dampen spirits for Dueling Cocktails, the rollicking fundraiser for Belmont Mansion where guests taste and vote for their favorite of three original cocktails. Although named “Duel by the Pool,” the party had to relocate from the deck to the den in Viviana Lavin and Luis Fernandez’s spacious home. Viviana’s co-chairs, Sharon Sandahl, Jason Bradshaw and Bob Deal, helped with the move, but all looked refreshed when a thirsty crowd arrived. Because the invitation stated the night was “one last chance to wear white,” everyone looked crisp and cool in the suggested hue.

Bon vivants turned mixologists Jason Bradshaw and Vince Dreffs concocted three potent whiskey drinks: the Acklen Slammer (with Disaronno, Southern Comfort, pineapple juice, cherry-flavored 7Up and a splash of grenadine), the Apple Walnut Manhattan (with Old Hickory Whiskey and dashes of walnut bitters and apple cider syrup) and the Smoked Cherry Coke (with Corsair Triple Smoke Whiskey, cherry syrup, Coca-Cola and cherry caviar). Conscientious voters tried at least one of each — so that they could make informed decisions, of course. For bites between beverages, Sargent’s Fine Catering loaded the dining room table with pork empanadas with cilantro crème fraîche, mini Tennessee Reuben sandwiches, Southern ham biscuits, open-faced tomato sandwiches, grilled pimento three-cheese sandwich wedges and decadent chocolate brownies with cream cheese icing.

The auction — active online for a couple of weeks — came to a successful close with lucky bidders taking home Clint Black memorabilia, Dr. Ming Wang gift certificates, a limited Giclée print by Kem Hinton, gift cards to popular eateries and trips galore, including ones to Scotland and the Sea of Cortez, among other goodies. Before everyone went into the drizzly night, votes were tallied, and Jason’s Acklen Slammer was pronounced the favorite. But the real winner of the night was Belmont Mansion, which raised funds for the continuing restoration projects in the historic Italianate home.

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oined as an evening “to be seen,” Studio Tenn’s One Night Only had everyone feeling like a star. For the theater company’s annual fundraising gala held in The Factory at Franklin, there was no shortage of musical brilliance as guests were taken on a moving journey guided by Broadway ballads.

Arriving in various hues of red, black, gold and white, some patrons snapped a glamorous photo under glittering “One Night Only” letters while others hurried to find their seats at tables topped with a magnificent display of abstract gold spheres, white floating candles, rosette table runners and fresh-cut red rose centerpieces. The extraordinary silent auction grabbed everyone’s attention with amazing items, including a rare opportunity to have a walk-on role in Studio Tenn and TPAC’s Evita.

However, it was the evening’s performers who really stole the show. It was clear from the opening number that we were all in for a spectacular ride as song after song continued to showcase the jaw-dropping talent that Music City has to offer. Broken into two main sections, the first half of the show focused on current Broadway numbers while the second half explored musical classics. Both sections featured American Idol favorites Diana DeGarmo and honorary co-chair Melinda Doolittle, who each brought spunk and soul to the stage, while Broadway veterans Anthony Crivello (who played Che Guevara in the September production of Evita) and Jake Speck (who currently serves as the managing director for Studio Tenn) brought charm and depth. Jake also played co-host for the evening alongside artistic director Matt Logan, who displayed his musical chops in witty numbers like Hamilton’s “You’ll Be Back.” The night’s proceeds will continue to fuel Studio Tenn as it supports the Nashville arts community.

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he seersucker gods were watching over O’More College of Design for its second annual Robert Hicks’ Seriously Seersucker party. The downtown Franklin campus was spared from afternoon thunderstorms that whipped through Nashville, and a dapper group filled the lawn to say goodbye to summer at the event that honors a mainstay of every Southerner’s warm-weather wardrobe while raising funds for the school’s student scholarship fund.

The party was billed as one more chance to wear seersucker this season, so the few that did not own a piece of the beloved clothing took the opportunity to fill the hole in their closets. Susan Byrd found her stylishly cropped pants in the little boys’ department; Robinson Regen embellished her simple shift with the help of Muna Couture; and Theresa Menefee opted for a checkered version of the mandated fabric. During the cocktail hour, attendees — in a sea of blue and white stripes, with ripples of green, red and purple — imbibed on classic bourbon cocktails and cold beers, including an appropriate option: Seersucker Summer Pils.

They spilled out of the tent to relax on comfortable sofas and to bid at the small, yet spectacular, silent auction.

Guests navigated their way through a very Southern buffet from Cool Cafe, sampling fried chicken, shrimp and grits, roasted summer veggies, mac and cheese and, at the end of the table, banana pudding topped with perfect peaks of meringue. For an added treat, Scott Witherow brought his Seersucker Candy Co.’s boozy sweets — rosé and bourbon apricot gummies and Muzzle Loaders filled with liquid salted bourbon caramel — much to everyone’s delight. The food provided plenty of energy for dancing to the tunes of another time-honored Southern institution: The Jimmy Church Band. The dance floor was packed before Jimmy finished the first song and stayed that way until the last of the revelers made their way home to hang up their rumpled attire until next Memorial Day.

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Fall Crush Mad Hatter offers a prelude to fall

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he Sexual Assault Center made the wise decision to move Mad Hatter to the Omni Nashville and welcomed more than 450 people to the annual fundraiser. Guests showed up to support the organization in its mission to provide healing for children, adults and families affected by sexual assault and to end sexual violence through counseling, education and advocacy.

After pausing at the photo booth to ensure a memento of the night, attendees took advantage of the many items at the massive silent auction that spread the length of the lobby. Co-chairs Mary Wilson and Cynthia Arnholt could be seen making their way through the throng and thanking everyone for their support.

They enlisted Hugh Howser at H3 Events to carry out their vision of an introduction to fall. Guests entered the ballroom and walked through an allĂŠe of boxed crepe myrtles, cherry laurels and magnolias. Silhouettes of tree branches projected onto the walls transformed the space into a magical forest in shades of apricot and brown. Tables were dressed with magnolia tablecloths and topped with arrangements of peach and apricot roses.

Following dinner, the live auction had something for everyone, with loads of interest in a trip to Blackberry Farm and a singer-songwriter night featuring Tim Nichols and Rivers Rutherford. But the item garnering the most excitement was an adorable chocolate lab puppy, which had to be exhausted after having so many people fawn over him all night. No sooner than the auction ended, The Cameroons with Ben Cameron, Joe Andrews and Tom Landstreet took the stage to close out the night with their oh-so-danceable music.

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message of hope and the promise of cookies is enticement enough to attend the annual Girl Scout Luncheon, but the event was made even sweeter this year with an appearance by Jeni Britton Bauer of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams. The entrepreneur and desserts purveyor followed in the footsteps of a long list of remarkable women — including Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager — as the keynote speaker.

Before Jeni took the stage at the Music City Center, guests enjoyed a presentation of the U.S., Tennessee and Girl Scouts flags by three students, a three-course lunch and a moving story from former Girl Scout and Gold Award recipient Ashlin Wildun. Ashlin’s tales of her vast community service with the Girl Scouts, including her initiative to build a greenhouse out of recycled two-liter bottles to help low-income communities develop healthier eating habits, served as an invitation to the crowd to give to the organization. Thanks to the power of technology, the audience could make donations instantly via text message and monitor the fundraising progress on large screens in the front of the room. It took less than 10 minutes for the nonprofit to hit their goal of $30,000.

As the crowd enjoyed scoops of salted caramel and dark chocolate ice creams topped with a Trefoil cookie, Jeni shared her remarkable rise to success. It should come as no surprise that the woman behind a business as whimsical as Jeni’s has a perspective on life that’s far from conventional. Her ice cream expertise was born out of an interest in perfuming and through experimentation with ice cream as a carrier for scent. It was as a result of these trials that she developed the unique and decadent flavors she’s come to be known for, and she continues to use ice cream as an outlet for artistic expression. Her inspiring message — that one should never stop striving to be the person she wants to be — was a takeaway more precious than the Thin Mints and Tagalongs distributed at the door.

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Co-chair Mignon Francois, Jeni Britton Bauer, Agenia Clark

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o celebrate “20 years of magic,” Chukkers for Charity welcomed guests to the Emerald City for the annual polo match and car show. Phillipe Chadwick and Troy Marden — led by co-chairs Lexie Armstrong, Cathy Brown and Margaret Orthwein — transformed the patrons tent into an Oz-inspired spectacle for this lively outdoor fundraiser for Rochelle Center and Saddle Up. Flying monkeys hung from the ceiling while a vintage bicycle, its basket filled with sunflowers, was suspended above the crowd. Burlap table runners, topped with whimsical centerpieces of fresh flowers, were held in place by yellow bricks.

Staff and volunteers from the two nonprofits sported Wizard of Oz costumes, and even two of Saddle Up’s miniature horses joined in on the fun. Webster’s white coat was dyed pink and blue to turn him into a Horse of a Different Color while Sherman sported wings and a blue brimless cap just like the Wicked Witch’s winged minions.

Although a bit warm, the day started off perfectly with the traditional polo match at Lee Ann and Orrin Ingram’s Riverview Farm. In the patrons tent, VIPs sipped Jack Daniel’s mules and nibbled on light bites. On the opposite side of the field stood a line of cabanas, competitively decorated by attendees. (Not surprisingly, the charming and colorful Lollipop Guild-themed group won the prize for best tailgate.) At halftime, a collection of classic cars drove onto the field while partygoers participated in the traditional stomping of the divots.

In the second half, Mother Nature contributed to the Oz-themed festivities by sending a nasty thunderstorm across the area, causing the match to be called early. Many rushed to their cars to avoid the downpour, but those that stuck around for the patrons dinner were treated to a spectacular rainbow when the skies cleared. An Oz-like ending, indeed.

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Double Digits Celebrating a major milestone at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center

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ashville is very fortunate to have a world-class concert hall in which our remarkable symphony delivers innovative and creative programming. The Nashville Symphony recently celebrated 10 years of the Schermerhorn Symphony Center with a 10th Anniversary Gala. The elegant black-tie evening, co-chaired by Joelle Phillips and Carol Yochem, also honored our orchestra, which is marking its 70th year. Honorary chairs Julie Boehm and Ellen Martin, who cochaired the institution’s Gala Opening Night in September 2006, joined other longtime supporters for the exclusive evening and an intimate performance.

Champagne, the beverage of choice during the lively cocktail hour, continued to flow in the Laura Turner Concert Hall, where tables were draped with white linens and topped with white floral arrangements of hydrangeas, calla lillies, stocks and roses. As heirloom tomato and buffalo mozzarella caprese salads from Kristen Winston were being served, a slideshow of the Schermerhorn with striking images — from construction, through the flood, to present day — played on the stage. Symphony president and CEO Alan Valentine thanked everyone for their support and acknowledged the founders, in particular “that force of nature known as Martha Ingram.” In a sentimental moment, he paid tribute to maestro Kenneth Schermerhorn, the late conductor of the Nashville Symphony, saying, “I know he is with us tonight.”

After a delicious dinner of pan-roasted free-range chicken breast with field peas, sweet corn and bacon succotash, zucchini ribbons and roasted tomato in Champagne butter sauce, attendees enjoyed delicate strawberry shortcake. They collectively paused when members of the symphony came onstage to perform. In keeping with the mission of playing great American music, Giancarlo Guerrero led the musicians in Leonard Bernstein’s “Overture to Candide” and George Gershwin’s “An American in Paris.” The highlight of the night was Ben Folds premiering his brand new piano concerto, a piece co-commissioned by the Nashville Symphony, Nashville Ballet and Minnesota Orchestra. The magnificent evening concluded with Ben singing a selection of his hits, including “The Luckiest.”

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here’s nothing better than a theme party, and TPAC throws one of the most highly anticipated ones in town. At this year’s annual fundraising gala for our beloved performing arts center, co-chairs Julie Allen and Tracy Kane encouraged guests to shake it like Shakespeare at the black-tie event inspired by Something Rotten. Although most patrons didn’t dress in the theme — how does one interpret modern Shakespearean attire, anyway? — it didn’t keep them from having fun at the festivities, which included Elizabethan actors (Patrick Waller and Matt Garner) frolicking through the cocktail party and a soothsayer (Aleta Myles) offering slightly off-kilter fortunes.

Once again, Jason Bradshaw, Phillipe Chadwick and Bob Deal joined forces on the décor, drawing a bit of Italian inspiration from The Merchant of Venice for the cocktail hour and a dreamier, more whimsical A Midsummer Night’s Dream influence for the seated dinner. One of the most eye-catching pieces on display was the elaborate chandelier floating above the check-in table. Rumor has it this dynamic decorating trio found it in the basement of TPAC left over from an old performance of The Phantom of the Opera and added a little paint, polish and flowers to re-purpose it for the evening.

Guests were greeted by the sound of crickets (literally!) when they arrived to their tables for dinner. The TPAC stage was transformed into a serene, mosscovered garden, complete with soothing sound effects, for the three-course dinner from Sargent’s Fine Catering. Kathleen O’Brien and Ron Corbin welcomed guests and shared a little bit about TPAC’s art and education initiatives, which are funded by the gala, including a new outreach program with Lipscomb High School that will honor high school musical performances. The Applause Awards were presented to Regions Bank and Aubrey Harwell, the latter joking about how he turned down many requests from people asking him to join TPAC’s board back in 1997 until Martha Ingram called and he couldn’t refuse.

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he Eastern Flank Battle Park at Carnton Plantation came alive as ladies and gents dressed in their finest arrived for the 43rd annual Heritage Ball.

Storms that plagued the day subsided — as did the water that pooled under the tents — in time for the elegant soirée to begin. A few ladies concealed rain boots and Chuck Taylors under ball gowns, heeding executive director Mary Pearce’s earlier advice that “water-friendly foot apparel is appropriate and encouraged for tonight’s event.”

Co-chairs Linda and Ken Moore, who were also chosen Queen and King of the Ball, welcomed guests to tents as sleek and modern as New York City and as beautiful as the Rainbow Room, one of their favorite destinations and the inspiration behind the décor. Dramatic lighting and draping and thousands of white orchids, roses, hydrangeas and amaryllis filled the spaces. The first stop was the bar to choose between two signature cocktails — Gents, a Manhattan-style drink, and 65th Floor, a gin and vodka-based libation — designed by Gray’s on Main. With beverages in hand, attendees perused the sprawling silent auction. (Kudos to whoever thought to put out fishbowls full of readers!) Even non-smokers ventured into the Cigar Bar tent for a taste of Backbone Bourbon.

Eventually, the crowd of more than 700 sat down to a cosmopolitan threecourse meal presented by Sargent’s Fine Catering. Guests enjoyed Bibb lettuce salad with apple, fennel and grape manchego slaw and “flamboyant” deviled eggs, 24-hour brisket, seared cobia fillet, a medley of seasonal vegetables from area farms and pistachio crème brûlée. After the awards presentation and live auction, dancing to Al Paris & the Heartbreakers closed out the night. Unlike the City That Never Sleeps, the city of Franklin does, and everyone had sweet dreams of this year’s ball and the Heritage Foundation’s fine work protecting and preserving Franklin and Williamson County’s historic resources.

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Much like Nashville's ever-evolving identity, the four homes on the following pages encompass an indefinable style that's both old and new, traditional and contemporary, edgy and sophisticated. And like the city in which they reside, these dwellings are respectful to their natural surroundings while being forward thinking in their design.

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The lower level is a lavish guest retreat equipped with two en suite bedrooms, a living area and kitchen. In addition to multiple outdoor terraces, this level also houses the pool, making it the couple's preferred entertaining space during the warmer months. In the smaller of the guest rooms, Ray chose a Kelly Wearstler wallpaper to add texture and interest, making this room a favorite among visitors.

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Easy modern living in oak hill Perched on a hill overlooking the city and enveloped in greenery, the at-once contemporary and cozy home of Ray Booth and John Shea is evidence that good things come to those who wait. It was seven years from the time the couple bought this remarkable piece of property — with its expansive views and secluded location — until construction began on the house. After years of commuting back and forth between small apartments in Nashville and New York, time was a luxury that the couple took advantage of to explore ideas and ultimately build their dream home. As architect and interior designer for the project, Ray, a partner at McAlpine, drew inspiration from the site and its surroundings for the structure and décor. The interior is a blend of custom furniture, contemporary touches and hints of traditionalism with calming hues throughout the palatial pad, reflecting the natural beauty outside its floor-to-ceiling windows. It's an indefinable style that Ray and John hope feels layered and inviting. "The house reveals itself and enables you to have multiple experiences," Ray says. All 5,200 square feet of the home, from the lower guest level to the entertaining level to the third floor master suite, are oriented to maximize the sweeping views afforded off the back of the house. The result is modern, connected, open living spaces that are simultaneously welcoming and surprising.

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The interior design began with a color palette that would tell a story emotionally. For the living room, the first room to be styled, Ray chose hues reflected in the view. The chaise and sofa were upholstered in an atmospheric blue and the chairs and rugs are white to mimic the clouds. The back wall and window frames were painted a deep gray to draw the eye immediately to the breathtaking vistas that stretch from the home's location near Radnor Lake all the way to downtown Nashville.

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The master suite spans the entire third floor and is an open, airy concept filled with natural light. Curtains can be used to cordon off the bedroom or adjacent office for privacy and seclusion. Like the rest of the house, the suite was designed to take full advantage of the view. The bed faces a wall of windows, and in the master bath, a soaking tub and glasslined shower are both positioned to take in the beauty outdoors.

In cases when the couple couldn't find the right pieces of furniture for a space, Ray custom-designed them, including this "têteà-tête bed" in the guest room. As a result, he is working on developing his own furniture collection to be released and sold in the future.

In the more casual sitting room —fondly referred to as the "evening room" by the couple since it's where they spend most of their evenings — hints of deep purple and fuchsia were incorporated into the décor to reflect the early spring blooms of the redbud trees planted beneath the windows.

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The only major redesign occurred in the kitchen, where Peter used custom millwork with bespoke hardware from England for the solid-slab Calacatta marble island and needed storage. Guests can keep the cook company from the cozy made-to-order breakfast table with Gustavian chairs and an artist-edition throw by Curtis Kulig.

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design It’s all about the window in the powder room. Light pours through the original floor-to-ceiling window, and a stationary panel provides privacy from the street.

Found objects and a Jeff Koons “Puppy” bring a playful feel to the more serious tone-on-tone palette of dark olive walls and limestone flooring, polished chrome fixtures and hand-painted linen drapery.

In the living room, cooler shades of light blue and steely grey provide the perfect background for items as diverse as artwork

by John Wilkison and Takashi Murakami (not shown) and decorative pieces including a Pierre Cardin coffee table, Karl Springer Lucite lamps and lacquered mid-century credenza. A new Beni Ourain rug and silk draperies add a soft touch.

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museum Worthy in Belle Meade For designer Peter Fleming of Pfeffer Torode Architecture, the chief objective on this Belle Meade project was to create a space that would serve as a backdrop for the owner’s growing collection of art that encompasses everything from emerging local talent to blue-chip artists such as Damien Hirst and Takashi Murakami. While placing importance on maintaining the detail and design of the original house, they added a fresh update that places the modern within the traditional, honors the pedigrees of the art and decorative arts and most importantly, captures the owner’s engaging personality. This is what it means to live with your art.

by Holly Hoffman Photographs by Jerry Atnip and John Cooke

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Impressive scale was the inspiration for the entry as well as much of the house. An oversized Kraus hanging opposite a floor mirror provides unexpected color and sets the tone for the rest of the home. Raised panel doors and moldings, which appear throughout the main level, and the marble floor are original to the house.

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family friendly in Green Hills Built in 1936, this Hollywood Regency-style home is a one-of-a-kind treasure set on over 2 lushly landscaped acres and rumored to have the first inground pool in the city. “We wanted to create an environment that felt fun and playful while still honoring the home’s historical integrity and capturing its natural sophistication,” says JL Design Nashville’s Jessica Davis of the Johnstons’ abode. Taking inspiration from the traditional style of the Soho House and Soho Grand in New York and the whimsical feel of the Delano Hotel in Miami, Jessica created an environment that is classic and refined yet lighthearted and unexpected — and above all embraces the love of family and children.

by Holly Hoffman Photographs by Alyssa Rosenheck

The dining room is the first room to greet visitors when entering the house.

Jessica made the most of this important moment by commissioning six Artistic Frame chairs in different shapes and colors to combine with the owners’ zebra chairs. With the natural, organic feel of the painting and centerpiece, the room is a bold juxtaposition of depth, texture and, certainly, surprise.

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Original millwork and moldings are showcased best in the study, where family heirlooms, antiques and the children’s art create a space that is neither stuffy nor uncomfortable. Oversized leather chairs with brass nail heads are integral in balancing the frame of a large-scale painting hung on the bookcase.

It was important to the owner that all spaces were accessible to the children, so their artwork is displayed throughout because “it’s who they are as a family.” To keep the living room’s original marble mantel from looking dated, Jessica chose gold leather Empire chairs, an Old Hickory Tannery natural sheepskin chair and an antique Oriental rug with deep berry tones that brings everything together.

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The master is a perfect example of the overall theme of contrast and balance, where muted meets bold, soft meets hard and geometric meets organic.

Monochromatic bedding, soft textures and lots of layering add to an oasis-like atmosphere. Neutral colors allow the lines and textures of the massive dresser and mirrors to make a big statement. The lacquered, heavily painted artwork adds a jolt to the tranquil setting.

The layers of color â&#x20AC;&#x201D; from paint, crayons, colored pencils and even nail polish â&#x20AC;&#x201D; on the table are the result of years of children writing on it. With sophisticated geometric fabrics on the banquette, the breakfast nook is a perfect mix of pattern and color.

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The project began in the master bedroom with the antique Italian carved wood and tufted headboard. Gena's idea to pair the antique headboard with a modern white lacquered four-poster bed set the tone for the rest of the home, striking the right balance between contemporary and classic.

The dining room's deep hue â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Hague Blue by Farrow & Ball â&#x20AC;&#x201D; was chosen to add character and warmth, while also serving to set the room apart from the rest of the house.

Chartreuse curtains, made of Kravet silk and linen, add a nice touch of contrast and play off the overarching theme of mixing modern and traditional styles. In that vein, antique chairs and benches were covered with a chic tie-dye Eskayel fabric and paired with a rustic farm table.

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a modern mix in green hills After years of apartment living in New York City, Lauren and Tee Isenhour were thrilled by the opportunity to own their first home and create a beautiful space where they could entertain their large extended families and host friends.

Nashville was an obvious choice for the couple since Tee is a fourth generation native. (His grandfather, Scott Fillebrown, served as the Belle Meade mayor in the late 1980s.) When it came time to decorate the newly constructed home on Lealand Lane, Lauren called on New York-based designer and friend Gena Dorminey to direct the project. The two-year "work in progress" evolved naturally with the two ladies collaborating on every detail of the design, which is an eclectic blend of new and old, modern and traditional, high style yet comfortable living. Viewing the house as a blank slate, Gena and Lauren thoughtfully curated the space to showcase the pieces in the Isenhours' collection â&#x20AC;&#x201D; whether art, family heirlooms or tokens from their travels â&#x20AC;&#x201D; that tell their story.

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You’ve probably read about them in the paper — and there’s no way you could have missed the cranes planted all over the city — but how can anyone keep track of all of the new hotels opening in Nashville? And what do these new places have to offer locals? To help you stay in the know, we’ve created a quick roundup of a handful of the upcoming openings comparing their amenities, dining options, rooms and more.

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Towering over the Korean Veterans Boulevard roundabout and adjacent to the Music City Center, the 27-story Westin will provide guests with unconventional character and modern elegance with convenient access to downtown and the Gulch.

Inhabiting the “crown jewel” site within The Gulch — just a few doors down from the legendary Station Inn — Thompson Nashville is within easy walking distance to everything the booming area has to offer. The 12-story boutique hotel will be the perfect guest room for those out-of-town visitors you want to give a little extra space.

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In addition to 453 rooms, the Westin also has three major suites — Nashville, Broadway and Belmont — plus three hospitality suites for large groups and eight executive suites.

The Thompson’s 224 rooms include 17 suites and one spectacular 1,300-square-foot penthouse suite.

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Enjoy craft cocktails and live music at Decker & Dyer, named for two historic Nashville architects, or indulge in steak and fine wine at Charleston’s Oak Steakhouse Nashville. For a stunning view of the city’s skyline, sip a cocktail at the premier rooftop pool and lounge L27 Rooftop Bar, the highest of its kind in town.

With James Beard Award-winning chef John Besh and Nathan Duensing at the helm, the Thompson will feature three distinctive dining options. Seafood will be the soul of The Marsh House’s menu, showcased in both classic and contemporary preparations under the direction of Justin Cameron. Killebrew will be serving up pastries and brewing Revelator Coffee. Small bites, beer and refreshing cocktails will complement the skyline view from L.A. Jackson.

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Rhapsody Spa will pamper hotel guests and locals alike in a modern and sophisticated setting, featuring wellappointed locker rooms, a eucalyptus steam room, a state-of-the-art relaxation room, three manicure and three pedicure stations, nine treatment rooms and U.K.based ESPA products — the only provider in Nashville.

Guest services and amenities will include oversized Thompson signature robes, Marshall speakers, 49inch LG TVs, custom honor bars with local touches, 400-thread-count SFERRA linens, exclusive D.S. & Durga bath products, 24-hour access to the fitness center, complimentary Wi-Fi, valet parking and more.

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The Westin Nashville features 20,000 square feet of state-of-the-art adaptable event space, including prefunction areas and 12 dynamic meeting venues, ideal for weddings and social gatherings, as well as a gorgeous ballroom that seats up to 600 guests.

The hotel will house 6,185 square feet of meeting and event space on its second floor, including three dedicated meeting rooms and a 1,219-square-foot outdoor terrace. The rooftop pool and bar, L.A. Jackson, can also serve as a private event space.

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Centrally located in the heart of north Nashville’s quaint neighborhood, Germantown Inn is only blocks from downtown Nashville in a historic home, which provides a one-of-a-kind setting for weddings and special events and features elegant and modern amenities.

Located in the historic Gray & Dudley Hardware Co., built in the 1900s, 21c is preserving the existing structure while transforming the digs into a hotel meets art museum. With more than 10,500 square feet of art and exhibition space, the curated exhibits will be open to the public.

This hotel — with a name that is yet to be announced — will be located in Noel Place, the grand Deco-era building on Fourth Avenue North that abuts historic Printers Alley. Much of the original 1929 features are being preserved, including pink Tennessee marble walls and brass architectural details on the ground floor and in common spaces.

Germantown Inn will offer six guest rooms, making it ideal for everything from a corporate getaway to an exclusive wedding.

In addition to 124 rooms and 13 suites, the eighth floor includes a showplace suite with an expansive outdoor terrace and sweeping views of downtown and the Cumberland River.

The hotel will be home to 226 rooms and four suites.

Although there is no in-house dining, Germantown offers no shortage of wonderful, local restaurants.

Monell’s, Silo, Steadfast Coffee, City House, 5th & Taylor, Rolf and Daughters, Germantown Cafe, Barista Parlor, Butchertown Hall, Cochon Butcher and more are all within walking distance.

Led by executive chef Levon Wallace of Cochon Butcher fame, the 125-seat restaurant will focus on a seasonal, market-driven menu for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Additionally, two intimate dining rooms with seating for up to 14 guests will be available for private functions.

A three-meal-a-day restaurant will boast interior views of a working printing press, and a lobby bar and coffee shop — featuring a Music City coffee roaster — will provide drinks whether morning or night.

Sleek, contemporary and with a touch of whimsy, the six guest suites include a private bath, plush linens, Wi-Fi and flat-screen high-definition TVs. Each guest can relax in their very own fluffy robe and enjoy Molton Brown luxury toiletries.

A contemporary art museum and gift shop, free Wi-Fi, 24-hour business center and fitness center provide numerous reasons to spend time at 21c — whether or not you’re staying the night.

With a highly localized mix of amenities, this property will feature a curated retail store with exclusive offerings from Nashville-based designers and pop-up shops from an international array of brands as well as a rotating arts program featuring local artists, makers and small-business owners.

Offering an exclusive experience for small meetings and weddings, the space includes a 400-square-foot parlor, available for small board meetings or intimate dinners, as well as a courtyard and patio, which both offer an ideal location for a festive dinner or intimate wedding.

21c will have 7,700 square feet of event space, including a 1,900-square-foot ballroom, supplying ample space for a large gathering, wedding or conference.

A wide range of private meeting and events will be possible with 5,000 square feet of flexible event space right in the heart of downtown and adjacent to historic Printers Alley.

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Lauren Ezell met Robert Minear in New York City during Halloween weekend in 2011. He proposed in London in 2014 en route to a Christmas visit with his family. They married in April at Scarritt Bennett’s Wightman Chapel with Gay Welch officiating.

Southern Strings provided the wedding music.

The bride processed to Schubert’s “Ave Maria” — just as her mother, Kate, had at her own wedding.

The hymn was “Jerusalem,” which is traditionally sung at weddings as well as rugby and cricket matches in the U.K. Lauren’s mentor, Alice Randall, wrote an original poem for the ceremony, and the couple’s dear friend Francesca gave the homily.

The bride’s gown, Bella by Sarah Janks, was a strapless six-ply column of silk, which she wore with a simple cathedral veil.

Floral decorations for the ceremony and recep-

tion at Belle Meade Country Club were all white tulips, peonies, roses, hydrangeas and phalaenopsis orchids — arranged separately in glass cylinders of varying heights and accented with floating candles.

The Number One Party Band played for dancing, and Page and Windrow planned the event.

“We wanted to blend our English and Southern cultures,” said Lauren, “with our absolute love for New York City, where we met, fell in love and live.” They had jazz music and Sazeracs in honor of Lauren’s New Orleans family, and bacon butties (bacon sandwiches with HP sauce) were the late-night snack in honor of England. Tables were named for the couple’s favorite New York restaurants, and brass sounds of “When the Saints Go Marching In” led guests from the dining room to the party tent. “After the band left, our talented

friends started playing the piano,” said Lauren.

“And we made our exit to an impromptu rendition of ‘New York, New York’ with everyone waving U.K. and U.S. flags.”

After a wedding trip to Mukul Resort in Nicaragua, they returned to their Tribeca home in Manhattan. Lauren is a psychotherapist and yoga therapist and specializes in eating-disorder treatment, and Robert is a managing director in health care mergers and acquisitions at Jefferies. Lauren’s education includes a bachelor’s in history from Yale, a master’s of social work from New York University and a post-graduate certificate in feminist relational psychotherapy. Robert has a master’s in aeronautical engineering from the University of London.

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SLEEP The inn’s 60 well-appointed rooms are outfitted with king beds, sleeper sofas and spectacular views of the beach, which can also be observed from the spacious glass-lined showers. Rooms on the upper floors offer balconies with Adirondack chairs while first floor rooms are equipped with a private patio and outdoor cabana shower (although the dunes block any views of the ocean).

DINE Start the morning with a sunrise walk on the beach down to Amavida Coffee and Tea in Seaside, less than half a mile away, and enjoy a freshly baked pastry and coffee. For lunch, The Shrimp Shack and Bud & Alley’s, also in Seaside, serve up fresh seafood accompanied by killer views.

Located on the WaterColor property, Fish Out of Water is a beachfront fine-dining option open for breakfast and dinner.

RELAX There’s no better place to unwind than beside the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Sip a tropical drink from the tiki bar as you relax under an umbrella on the white-sand beaches. The WaterSound Beach Club’s 7,000-square-foot pool — with towel service, bar and restaurant — is a great place for families to splash around while the adults-only pool is perfect for couples looking for quieter downtime.

PLAY Hop on a beach cruiser (complimentary with your stay) and pedal down to nearby Seaside with its charming array of boutiques and restaurants.

Or, paddle across Western Lake — the second largest dune lake on 30A — in a kayak or canoe or atop a paddleboard. The resort provides access to two private golf courses as well as tennis and fitness facilities.

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Beef tartare at home may seem a little intimidating at first, something better left to the chefs at Husk, Pinewood Social, Rolf and Daughters, 5th & Taylor and Kayne Prime, where beautifully chopped raw beef is the canvas for all kinds of riffs on the classic. This Old World dish is actually an easy make-ahead appetizer. Our beef char-tare tweaks the standard approach with the simple addition of a little charred umami and texture to take advantage of the beautiful October grilling weather.

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Beef char-tare makes a lovely first course to enjoy on the patio with ice-cold martinis. Serve on a platter or individual plates with toast points. We’ve swapped the traditional raw egg with a hard-cooked egg garnish, which will put everyone at ease about consuming raw egg.

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>> Beef Char-Tare 1 pound filet mignon, trimmed (two 8-ounce steaks) 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 1 generous tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 small anchovy, minced (optional) 1 tablespoon shallot or red onion, finely minced 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce Kosher salt Freshly ground pepper

Olive oil Light squeeze of fresh lemon juice Hot pepper sauce, to taste Fresh watercress or baby greens Minced red onion Capers Hard-cooked egg Chopped radishes Toast points

Preheat the grill to high. Coat the chilled steaks with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Sear the meat until charred all over, about 2 minutes per side. Using tongs, stand the filets on their sides to help sear the edges. The beef will still be raw inside.

Cool, wrap and refrigerate the steaks until well chilled. Chop the chilled meat with a heavy sharp knife and place in a large bowl. Gently stir in the parsley, mustard, anchovy, shallot or onion, Worcestershire sauce and a squeeze of lemon juice. Add salt, pepper, hot sauce and capers to taste. Cover and chill until serving time. Mound on a bed of watercress or baby greens on a platter (or four individual plates). Garnish with additional red onion, capers, black pepper, hard-cooked egg, radish, a drizzle of olive oil and toast points. Serves 4.

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ArtS AND GAllerieS

Rent A group of starving artists in New York City battle HIV while displaying an electrifying view of life and love through music and dance. Oct. 18-23. Tickets $20-75.

TPAC Andrew Jackson Hall, 505 Deaderick St., 615-7824040, tpac.org.

Kit Reuther: Weights & Modules

Featuring 20th Anniversary Artists Ed Nash and Charlotte Terrell 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. $125 per person

Friday, October 28: ARTbash Featuring the David Lusk Pop-up Gallery 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. $10 per person Saturday, October 29: Artclectic Featuring POPclectic Artisan Market and Family Arts Activities with Alex Lockwood 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free Admission artclectic.org

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Wild Encounters

Just in time for Halloween, the Nashville Ballet takes on Macbeth’s ruthless quest for the throne — full of deceit, greed and murder — and looks at whether or not he is in control of his own fate. Oct. 20-22. Tickets $28-68. TPAC James K. Polk Theater,

505 Deaderick St., 615-782-4040, nashvilleballet.com.

David Yarrow is known for getting dangerously close to animals in order to capture active shots that showcase the wild beauty in nature. Through Oct. 29. Gratis. Tinney Contemporary,

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Kit returns with paintings and sculptures inspired by Nashville’s constant construction and portrayed through her minimalist, quiet style.

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Charlie Daniels: Million Mile Reflections Honoring Charlie Daniels and his impact on country music, this exhibit features a variety of his musical instruments, costumes, awards, childhood mementos and more.

Through March 31. Tickets $14.95-24.95.

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Vinay Parameswaran makes his Classical Series debut with Prokofiev’s Fifth Symphony, written and first performed in the final months of World War II. Oct. 7-8. Tickets $22143. Schermerhorn Symphony Center,

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This show, benefiting the University School of Nashville, will feature ceramics, drawing, printmaking, glass, mixed media, photography, sculpture, jewelry and more. Oct. 27-29. Tickets gratis to $125. University School of

Junie B. Jones Is Not A Crook The world’s funniest kindergartner is back to share a hard lesson learned about the old adage, “finders keepers, losers weepers.” Oct. 27-Dec. 4. Tickets $7-20. Nashville Children’s Theatre,

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interior design can be considered a benevolent form of mind control over yourself and your family members.

Here’s what I’m saying to my family: I’m trying to give you a calm, warm, peaceful space. How about you give me a calm, generous attitude and behavior? In the meantime, I’ll try to give you the same. That’s the hope!

People are, however, stubborn, difficult, unpredictable creatures.

Three terrific current novels show families trying to bring order and harmony to their homes and lives, failing despite the best of intentions and yet also finding ways to love and care for each other.

Ann Patchett’s new novel Commonwealth tells the story of two families (and homes) that become all mixed up after a fateful christening party. Beverly and Fix are celebrating the christening of their youngest daughter with their tight-knit community of LA police officers when Bert, a local prosecutor, shows up uninvited.

Sparks fly between Bert and Beverly; two marriages are broken, two homes reconstituted.

Commonwealth focuses on the six children in the blended family and, in particular, the tragedy that affects them all.

“There’s no protecting anyone … Keeping people safe is a story we tell ourselves,” Fix reflects.

All you can do is try to take care of each other in the commonwealth in which you find yourself, Patchett suggests. She delivers a powerful story of hope and love in the midst of family chaos, her most compelling novel since Bel Canto.

Cathleen Schine spins a more comic tale about a devoted nuclear family in They May Not Mean To, But They Do. Joy and Aaron Bergman, lightly observant Jews, have lived in New York City their entire lives, but Aaron is in the process of losing his memory to Alzheimer’s. Joy refuses to let anyone help with his care despite the toll it’s taking.

Unfortunately, their children have the best of intentions but the worst of ideas about how to deal with their new realities. As the book travels from comic to tragic and back again, Schine reminds us that families must always reinvent themselves and revise the roles each member plays. It’s a smart — sometimes funny, sometimes rueful — read.

A Man Called Ove,

by Fredrik Backman, is the lightest read in this group, the story of a grumpy old man who keeps failing at his (extremely halfhearted) attempts to kill himself.

The new family who moves in next door — “The Lanky One,” his very pregnant foreign wife and their two daughters — pulls him back into the land of the living with their wide variety of family crises. The story is set somewhere in small-town Sweden, where people wear clogs, pay with Kronor and drive old Saabs, but the novel’s appeal has been international.

Sadly, we can’t organize our interior lives the same way we organize the interior of our homes. One thing you can control completely? The next book you pick up.

Jennifer Puryear

Jennifer writes book columns for Nfocus and blogs about current savory reads at BaconOnTheBookshelf.com. She can often be found with a book or BLT in hand.

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Love is expressed in so many ways—holding hands and listening, giving an extra hug or having open conversations because the path of Alzheimer’s is hard for the whole family.

Our current politics are a live wire of acrimony. Terrorism is a palpable threat, and the news is nonstop toxic waste. It’s enough to make me want to eat pumpkin products.

Yes, that’s what I said. It’s an absurd response to the evils of the world, but sometimes I think indulging in the simple pleasures of the season is a perfectly acceptable protest to the sentiment that the world has gone to pot. Rather than meeting fearmongering with fear and hate speech with hate, I would prefer to go to Trader Joe’s and stock up on their full selection of pumpkin-based foodstuff. The frozen waffles and baking mix are both particularly divine, and I stockpile them like an actual apocalypse is coming.

Pumpkins are perfect for so many reasons. Not particularly attractive in their own right — squatty, warty and orange — they have yet managed to become the decorative darling of fall.

Not particularly tasty in their original state — stringy, mealy and bland — they have yet managed to become the true taste of the season. I like that about them. They’re the dorky kid who became popular, the underdog who takes home the cash.

Pumpkins strike me as distinctly American, though I know their appeal extends well beyond our borders. Charles Perrault was responsible for transforming the lowly squash into a magnificent carriage in Cendrillon, or Cinderella as we know it, and he was a Frenchman writing back in the late 1600s. Still, the tie between pumpkins and our national day of Thanksgiving are so inextricably woven that I feel like we kind of own the tuber. (Although it’s not actually a tuber: it’s a fruit. You can

pull that trivia question out the next time you want to stump the know-itall at the dinner table.)

Regardless of their origin, pumpkins have a special place in my own life. This is because of my neighbor growing up, a saintly woman named Mrs. Whitaker, who taught me how to stitch a patchwork quilt and let me watch Days of our Lives well before I had any business doing so.

Every year she baked us a pumpkin cake, a double-decker with cream cheese icing. For a sad, misguided portion of my childhood, I missed out on the heavenly nature of this gift because I was deterred by the smattering of pecan pieces on the outside. (Dumb me.)

By the time Mrs. Whitaker passed away, I had long since seen the light and was, like the rest of my family, a devotee of her cake. My mom took it upon herself to carry on the tradition, and some 30 years later, she still bakes and serves the cake every Christmas season. I bake it and serve it every year, too, but in September to celebrate my own birthday because December is way too long to have to wait. In December, I bake pumpkin bread, a recipe from my friend Madie, to give to the many people who keep my life in running order. It’s actually an old Del Monte recipe from the ’70s, which is not shy on sugar, and everyone likes it that way.

While it is true that pumpkins won’t solve the world’s problems or hold public office, they are our national comfort food, and they do make a good jack-o’-lantern. Two effective ways of fending off the bad stuff that tries to creep in and ruin a perfectly beautiful fall.

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Proper Procedure Expert etiquette advice from John Bridges

Boys Being Boys One of my male colleagues seems to get more opportunities at work because he’s chummy with the boss. They play racquetball together and are always talking about sports in the break room. Although I’ve been at the company longer, I think I’m being overlooked for opportunities because of their obvious camaraderie. My colleague was recently appointed as manager over a project that I strongly feel I was more qualified for. Is there an appropriate way to address this with my boss? Or should I take up racquetball? —Anonymous

nretrospect in every issue

Tennis, anyone? If he played and you did too, would you have been up for the job? If you’re convinced you had better tools in your toolbox to handle the project, ask the boss directly why you weren’t considered — provided you’re fully confident that you were passed over.

Was the job up for grabs? Were you given an opportunity to apply? Or did your colleague win your boss’ heart with his brackets during March Madness?

Were you simply left out of that break room conversation, one that was not supposed to play into the decision?

Take a deep breath before you sit down in the corner office. You don’t want to lay an ultimatum on the desk or to cast aspersions on your co-worker’s abilities. (I do understand you correctly, don’t I?) You are an absolute professional who won’t bring up sports since they had absolutely nothing to do with this project. A swift backhand, however, might come in handy.

The Food oF Love I’m dating a vegan, and I’m not one. I want us to have a romantic dinner.

How? —Jerry, Nashville I had assumed this was going to be a first dinner date. I guess I’m wrong. You’ve been out before. She understands the challenges of being a vegan, and if you’ve been paying attention, I suppose you do, too.

What does a “romantic dinner” mean? Candlelight and white napkins? A good wine list? As a vegan, she’s fully entitled to all of that, and I’m sure you have in mind something other than a box supper. Upscale restaurants, with any sense, offer a “vegan specialty” on every menu, but do you require at least a plate of shrimp? She’s made a lifetime decision. You may want to talk about it before you dig in.

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Twice honored My sister is planning her second wedding this fall, and I’m her maid of honor, just as I was seven years ago. What are my responsibilities this time around?

Am I expected to throw her another bridal shower and plan her “bachelorette” party? Or are the rules different for a second marriage? —Marci, Nashville Your sister, I hope, isn’t counting on “bachelorette” parties this time around.

She’s not new to the game.

If you stand beside her, you’ll demonstrate your love just as you did the first time around. If you want to have a little party (or two), why not? You’re still the maid of honor, aren’t you?

by John bridges

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What: Once in a Blue Moon For: The Land Trust for Tennessee When: Sat., Oct. 1, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Glen Leven Farm Party Note: Benefactors reception at 5:30 p.m.

Co-chairs: Delia Darst and Paiden Hite Tariff: $250 per person over 35, $125 per person 35 and under Info: landtrusttn.org/bluemoon

02 What: Fall Harvest Dinner

For: Horticultural Society When: Sun., Oct. 2, 6 p.m.

Where: Cheekwood Tariff: $250 per VIP, $150 per person Info: hsmtn.org/harvestdinner

03 What: Comedy for a Cause

For: Rocketown When: Mon., Oct. 3, 6 p.m.

Where: Rocketown Co-chairs: Debbie and Michael W. Smith Tariff: $250 per person Info: rocketown.com

04 What: Ballet Ball Committee

Kick-Off For: Nashville Ballet When: Tues., Oct. 4, 8 a.m.

Where: The Martin Center Co-chairs: Laura Currie and Martha Ivester Info: ladams@nashvilleballet.com

05 What: Swan Ball Committee

Kick-Off For: Cheekwood When: Wed., Oct. 5, 10 a.m.

Where: Home of Jamee Thompson Co-chairs: Jody Hull and Amy Liz Riddick Info: swanball.com

05 What: Concert for Cumberland Heights For: Cumberland Heights When: Wed., Oct. 5, 8 p.m.

Where: Ryman Auditorium Party Note: Performances by John Hiatt, Rodney Crowell, Richard Thompson and Nate Bargatze; Patrons Party at 5:30 p.m. at Hilton Nashville Downtown Co-chairs: Grant Smothers and Paul Wilson Tariff: $200-1,200 per patron,

$32.50-49.50 per person Info: cumberlandheights.org

06 What: Academy for Women of

Achievement Awards For: YWCA Nashville When: Thurs., Oct. 6, 6 p.m.

Where: Omni Nashville Party Note: Honoring Aleta Trauger, Beverly Keel, Claire Gulmi, Cordia Harrington, Katherine Brown, Marilyn Dubree, Sharon Hurt and Megan Barry Co-chairs: Rita Johnson-Mills and Mary Winn Pilkington Tariff: $200 per person, $1,850 per table of 10 Info: ywcanashville.com

What: Champagne and 06 Chardonnay For: Nashville Wine Auction When: Thurs., Oct. 6, 6 p.m.

Where: Home of Lucy McCullough Co-chairs: Pam Cherry and Debbie Laffey Tariff: $125 per person Info: nashvillewineauction.com

06 What: Evening of Promise For: Blake McMeans Foundation and Promise Tour When: Thurs., Oct. 6, 6 p.m.

Where: City Winery Co-chairs: Blaire Murfree and Rebecca Rutledge Tariff: $175 per person Info: blakemcmeans.com 06 What: The Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Event

For: Nashville Wine Auction When: Thurs., Oct. 6, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Prima Party Note: Honoring Billy Ray Hearn; jackets and no ties Co-chairs: Harvey Crouch and Jim Lewis Tariff: $250 per person Info: nashvillewineauction.com

08 What: Don Giovanni

Premiere Dinner For: Nashville Opera Guild When: Sat., Oct. 8, 5:30 p.m.

Where: Waller Penthouse Tariff: $85 per person Info: nashvilleopera.org

09 What: Ring the Bell Dinner

For: Beaman Park to Bells Bend Conservation Corridor When: Sun., Oct. 9, 4:30 p.m.

Where: Whooping Crane Farm Tariff: $200 per person Info: ringthebelldinner.org

What: Patrons Luncheon 11 For: Hospital Hospitality House When: Tues., Oct. 11, 11 a.m.

Where: Hilton Nashville Downtown Info: hhhnashville.org

11 What: Benefit Luncheon For: The Next Door When: Tues., Oct. 11, 11:30 a.m.

Where: Belmont Curb Event Center Tariff: $100 per person Info: thenextdoor.org What: The Royal Gala 14 For: Tennessee Hemophilia and Bleeding Disorders Foundation When: Fri., Oct. 14, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Loveless Barn Tariff: $150 per person Info: thbdf.org

14 What: Southern Festival of Books For: Humanities Tennessee When: Oct. 14-16 Where: War Memorial Plaza Tariff: Gratis Info: humanitiestennessee.org

15 What: Tennessee Beer and

Wine Festival For: Various Donelson and Hermitage nonprofits When: Sat., Oct. 15, 12 p.m.

Where: Two Rivers Mansion

What: Authors in the Round For: Humanities Tennessee When: Fri., Oct. 14, 6:30 p.m.

Where: War Memorial Auditorium Co-chairs: Dianne Neal and Paul Ney Tariff: $200 per person Info: humanitiestennessee.org

Tariff: $30-45 per person, $15 per designated driver Info: tnbeerfestival.com What: Public Schools Hall

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For: Nashville Public Education Foundation When: Mon., Oct. 17, 11 a.m.

Where: Omni Nashville Party Note: Special guest Vince Gill Tariff: $200 per person Info: nashvillepef.org

18 What: Sage Awards Luncheon For: Council on Aging When: Tues., Oct. 18, 12 p.m.

Where: Omni Nashville Tariff: $75 per person Info: coamidtn.org

19 What: Opening Night Dinner

For: Nashville Jewish Film Festival When: Wed., Oct. 19, 5:30 p.m.

Where: Cabana Tariff: $75 per person Info: nashvillejff.org

21 What: Fall Leadership

Luncheon For: Young Leaders Council When: Fri., Oct. 21, 11:30 a.m.

Where: Omni Nashville Party Note: Featuring keynote speaker Christine Karbowiak Tariff: $60 per person Info: youngleaderscouncil.org

21 What: Light the Night Walk

For: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society When: Fri., Oct. 21, 5:30 p.m.

Where: Nissan Stadium Info: lightthenight.org/tn

21 What: Franklin Wine Festival

For: Big Brothers Big Sisters When: Fri., Oct. 21, 7 p.m.

Where: The Factory at Franklin

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What: Haunted Museum For: Tennessee State Museum When: Sat., Oct. 22, 10 a.m.

Where: Tennessee State Museum Tariff: Gratis Info: tnmuseum.org

27 What: Farm to Fork Dinner

For: Cumberland River Compact When: Thurs., Oct. 27, 5:30 p.m.

Where: Green Door Gourmet Tariff: $125 per person Info: cumberlandrivercompact.org

27 What: Hermitage Gala Patrons Reception For: The Hermitage When: Thurs., Oct. 27, 6 p.m.

Where: Tennessee Residence Info: thehermitage.com

22 What: Jazzmania

For: Nashville Jazz Workshop When: Sat., Oct. 22, 6 p.m.

Where: The Factory at Franklin Tariff: $150 per ticket Info: nashvillejazz.org/events

29 What: El Dia de los Muertos

For: Cheekwood When: Sat., Oct. 29, 10 a.m.

Where: Cheekwood Tariff: $16 per person, gratis for members and children Info: cheekwood.org

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Where: Home of Susan and Todd Kaestner Tariff: $175 per person, $1,500 per table of 10 Info: harpethriver.org/events/ riverswing

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25 What: A Clean Plate Dine Out Event For: Project Return Inc. When: Tues., Oct. 25 Where: Participating restaurants Info: projectreturninc.org

25 What: Annual Breakfast

For: Mending Hearts When: Tues., Oct. 25, 7:30 a.m.

Where: OZ Arts Nashville Tariff: $50 per person Info: mendingheartsinc.org

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What: NPT Presents Lidia Bastianich For: Nashville Public Television When: Tues., Oct. 25, 7 p.m.

Where: Mangia Tariff: $200 per person Info: wnpt.org/events

26 What: Conservancy Gala

Patrons Party For: The Conservancy for the Parthenon and Centennial Park When: Wed., Oct. 26, 6 p.m.

Where: Home of Janet and Jim Ayers Tariff: $1,000 per person Info: conservancyonline.com

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What: Pumpkinfest For: Heritage Foundation When: Sat., Oct. 29, 10 a.m.

Where: Historic Downtown Franklin Tariff: Gratis Info: historicfranklin.com What: Harvest & Halloween

29 Family Farm Day

For: The Land Trust for Tennessee When: Sat., Oct. 29, 12 p.m.

Where: Glen Leven Farm Party Note: Halloween costumes encouraged Tariff: $10 suggested donation Info: landtrusttn.org

29 What: Halloween Party

For: Nashville Cares When: Sat., Oct. 29, 8 p.m.

Where: Studio 615 Tariff: $100-125 per VIP, $3550 per person Info: nashvillecares.org

30 What: Sunday in the Park

For: Friends of Warner Parks When: Sun., Oct. 30, 11:30 a.m.

Where: Edwin Warner Park Ridge Field Co-chairs: Julie Fleming and Christy Waller Tariff: $250 per person Info: friendsofwarnerparks.org

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Where: Music City Center Party Note: Featuring author and presidential historian Michael R. Beschloss Co-chairs: Lake Eakin and Sandy Sangervasi Tariff: $300 per person Info: thehermitage.com

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