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J. Kenneth Burkus, MD -Orthopaedic Spine Surgery

Douglas W. Pahl, MD -Orthopaedic Spine Surgery

Kevin J. Collins, MD -General Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

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Benjamin J. Schwartz, MD -Total Joint Replacement & Revision

Patrick J. Fernicola, MD -Shoulder, Knee, Total Joint Replacement

Glenn C. Terry, MD -General Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

Fred Flandry, MD, FACS -Trauma, Arthroscopy, Sports Medicine

Michael M. Tucker Jr., MD -Knee, Shoulder, Foot, Ankle & Sports Medicine

Ryan M. Geringer, DO -General Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

John I. Waldrop, MD -General Orthopaedics, Total Joint Replacement

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INTERVIEW MASSAGE ENVY

FASHION AFTER MIDNIGHT

HOME FAMILY MATTERS

INTERVIEW WHISKY BENT

FEATURE CHEF JAMIE KEATING

INTERVIEW DINNER DIVAS

TRAVEL COSTA RICA

EDITORIAL

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Charlie Brown Lessons riting a holiday letter is a perilous exercise. Take the wrong tone, and you sound like a braggart or a travel agent.

Even the best intentions to send a personal holiday message can pave the road to rolling eyes and recycling bins. December is a draining month of calendar events, celebrations, and expectations! I can’t ever manage to get ready until Christmas is days away, and I never make a New Year’s Eve plan until the eve of New Year’s Eve. But even still, I do like this time of the year!

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I’m not a super shopper or a great gift giver. I always look back on the last couple months of the year and think about how next year, I’ll do better. I’ll fill the months with good things and lovely little moments. I just can’t seem to get the holidays quite right. But this year I will make sure I take my time to watch a special show. Amid the avalanche of television Christmas specials that hit our screens at this time of year, there’s one little gem that always stands out. It’s a simple, unpretentious cartoon

that’s several decades old now, but it still usually manages to earn great ratings and has been loved by many generations. I’m talking, of course, about A Charlie Brown Christmas.

There are so many reasons to recommend this show, not least of which is its gentle skewering of the commercialism that surrounds our modern idea of Christmas. Oddly enough, commercialism has gotten so much worse since A Charlie Brown Christmas was produced in 1965, that this charming cartoon has become more and more relevant every year. There’s hardly a viewer who can’t identify with Charlie Brown’s feeling that, somewhere in all the hype and advertising, the real meaning of Christmas has been lost.

So what does your season need? Does it need iPods and new cars? Pastries and sweets?

Are you looking for a simpler season? I am requesting fewer things, and only those things that I need. I’m a little bummed, too, because I really like presents. But I think it will be good.

Finally, to you, our readers, we hope these holidays are the best for you and your family and we hope you enjoy our Holiday issue with all the latest from the Steeplechase, Chaser’s Eve, The Svmies, and our exciting new section with Chef Jamie Keating. To all our friends and supporters we wish you the best the holidays can offer.

Editor-in-Chief

onthecover Which living person do you most admire, and why?

My grandmother. I admire her faith and the way she always carries herself with class and sophistication.

She is a strong woman of God who knows how to make a true Southern, home-cooked meal!

Auburn or Alabama? Auburn! Auburn University has been a legacy in my family for generations. As a recent graduate, I was so happy to say I spent my senior year cheering on our team all the way to the National Championship.

Where would you like to live? If I could live anywhere, I would have to live somewhere that has a spectacular view. Whether it’s in the mountains, by the ocean, or even in a high-rise condo in New York City, it is the beautiful scenery that I enjoy the most.

What is your most unappealing habit? I tend to procrastinate filling my car with gas until it has reached the very last few miles. There was one occasion I ran out of gas as I was pulling into the gas station and my car shut off literally only a few yards from the pump!

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What is your guiltiest food pleasure?

Chocolate. Particularly Hershey’s chocolate.

What is the most important lesson life has taught you? No matter what failures or trials that you

experience in life, it is always for a purpose. That is how we grow and learn to become better people.

Diet or exercise; how do you keep your model figure?

Both diet and exercise is important when it is your job to stay thin. Do I splurge? Of course! But I try to eat healthy and spend at least 3 to 4 days in the gym a week.

What are the three essentials in your bag?

Daisy by Marc Jacobs perfume, chapstick, iPhone How would you describe your style?

Classy, sophisticated, and sexy Who is your favorite designer and why? Sherri Hill, one of the top leading designers for prom, pageant, and formal wear, would have to be my pick. I know her on a personal level, and her designs are handcrafted to perfection with the most luxurious fabrics and materials.

What magazine do you read besides SVM? I have a shelf full of In-Style Magazines in my bedroom that I have collected over the years. It is a fashion, beauty, health and fitness magazine all in one.

ClotHing AnD ACCessories: The Blue Door Boutique, 706.596.0139, thebluedoorboutique.com HAir AnD MAkeup: Christina Hall and Erin Welch for Salon NG, 706.494.2940, salonng.com pHoto: R. Caligaris and S. Saxon. soviewsmag.com

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LETTERS

thismonth’smail Eye Candy I want to commend you for your editorial on Nacho Figueras by Kristen Brown (October 2011). I especially enjoyed reading about his work, and his passion for family and horses.

Nacho is not only a good looking man, but also a caring and intriguing person. Thank you for including him in your magazine instead of just another celebrity du jour.

LISA A, COLUMBUS, GA Once you get past his delicious name, it's easy to see that Nacho Figueras (October 2011) basically is the hottest and best-dressed polo player alive. I don’t actually know tons of polo players, but serioulsy. He's a living god and a good reason why people even study abroad in the first place. I was never really into Argentina... until now! If I was promised endless amounts of suave dudes like this from the moment we stepped off the plane, we would drop everything and catch the next flight to South America. This issue was nothing short of amazing.

R.S. ADAMS, vIA EMAIL

As a faithful reader and subscriber to SVM, I was thrilled to see the article on Ignacio Figueras in your October issue. I follow sports closely, but after reading the piece about polo and discovering that, behind the champagne and diamonds image, this game is actually about as tough and dangerous as a sport can get.

It’s the closest we get in the twenty first century to warriors doing battle on horseback, and the players have to be extraordinarily skilled, athletic and brave. Of course, it doesn’t hurt if Nacho is the face of the sport.

LAURIE F, COLUMBUS, GA

Hackers Beware Your October issue was particularly rich and diverse. The page that caught my attention was actually at the end (Don’t Remind me Later). The one thing I noticed whilst whiling away the wee hours, are the notifications I get, asking me to update software and restart my computer. The temptation is to ignore these. They get filed in the ‘later’ category, and are promptly forgotten about. But they are really important messages, because updating software maintains your computer, and allows it to carry on performing well. Ignoring updates is like ignoring warning lights on the dashboard of your car – you know that sooner or later, things are going to catch up with you.

Fashion Forward Though I’m a loyal SvM reader, I must admit that I usually breeze past the fashion and features editorials. But when I came across, “Chasing Beauty” and “The Ride Ahead,” I was stunned by how beautiful and wearable the clothes were! The dresses, pants, blazers, coats, and accessories are now on my shopping list!.

KRISTI L, vIA EMAIL

J.J. MALCOLM, AUBURN, AL

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FEATURE

MAKING BUSINESS WAVES

N inter is finally here and we continue our directory of area businesses with the “N” series. We have highlighted some of the area’s most noteworthy businesses that make Columbus a great place to live, work and play.

Nothing beats the harsh winter weather like a relaxing spa treatment or how about bringing some nature indoors with lovely floral arrangements inspired by the holidays.

Chores have a way of piling up when it gets cold, so don’t put off your important financial needs or scheduling checkups for your eyes and favorite fourlegged friends this season. With all these options to make it through the cooler months and holiday craze, you might just want the winter to last all year long!

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FEATURING New Horizons New York Life New Image Med Spa Northside Animal Hospital North Columbus Eye Center Kimberly Nelson Floral Designs

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FEATURE NEW HORIZONS COMMUNITY SERVICE BOARD YEARS OF SERVICE: Thirty-nine years ago New Horizons Community Service Board was founded by the State of Georgia to be a safety net provider for services to those struggling with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and addictive diseases and had limited access to healthcare due to lack of insurance, joblessness, homelessness, or other limitations. In 1996 the State of Georgia released the Community Service Boards from being a State agency to being nonprofit organizations that offer services for those in need on a competitive basis. New Horizons is not a State agency, however it does contract with the State (along with other entities) to provide services in a large geographical area.

They provide services to those in need through contracts, fee-for-service, grants, and private donations. They accept private insurance, Georgia Medicaid/Medicare, Alabama Medicaid/Medicare, TRICARE, and those that do not have the ability to pay for services.

SERVICES: New Horizons is a unique organization because of the scope of services they offer in a variety of areas. They have 425 highly trained, compassionate, and professional employees spread across eight counties in Georgia that offer comprehensive services for those in need. They offer services in over 20 clinics and in-home services in over 65 homes. Areas of services include mental health services, developmental disabilities and addictive diseases where programs and support provide a healthy atmosphere for individuals of all ages.

They also offer services such as the payee program for specific financial need, telemedicine, transportation, homelessness services, transitional services, and many services provided through collaboration with other service organizations in the communities in which they work.

2100 Corner Avenue, Columbus, Georgia, 706.596.5517, newhorizonscsb.org

NEW YORK LIFE (HUDSON FINANCIAL GROUP) YEARS OF SERVICE: The Hudson Financial Group is a full service financial services firm founded by Jeff Hudson in Columbus, Georgia in 1999. Their mission is to help successful businesses and individuals in the areas of retirement planning, asset accumulation, insurance, and executive benefits planning. They take pride in their unique approach of helping their clients accumulate, preserve, and protect their wealth. At Hudson Financial Group their belief is that business goes where it is invited and remains where it is appreciated. Giving outstanding and ongoing service and communication to all of our clients is our number one priority.

SERVICES: By using a team approach in estate, business, executive benefits, and retirement planning, the Hudson Financial Group is committed to working with your current advisers to identify and utilize cutting edge tools that can provide creative income tax and estate tax savings strategies, help to maximize retirement income while minimizing risk on retirement assets, utilize proper asset allocation, provide asset protection, and help to preserve assets to heirs from disability or death.

413 Whitesville Road, Suite 200-A, Columbus, Georgia, 706.653.2398, hudsonfinancialgroup.net

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NEW IMAGE MED SPA YEARS OF SERVICE: New Image Med Spa opened in 2000 by Surrae Roman and has been serving Columbus for 11 years. New Image is the first medical spa in Columbus and one of the first 10 in the nation. Jaime McCann began working for New Image in 2003 and purchased the spa from the Romans in 2008. In 2004 New Image expanded and moved in to The Landings Shopping Center where the business currently resides. In 2005 New Image expanded and added a massage wing, making New Image the largest spa in the Columbus area, boasting over 3,500 sq feet, with 11 private treatment rooms.

SERVICES: As Columbus’ only Health and Wellness spa their focus at New Image Med Spa is their clients. It’s their goal to not only provide clients with premium services, but also make them feel at home. They offer Massages, Facials, Chemical Peels and Jessner, Manicure, Pedicure, Body Treatments, Xtreme Lash, Full Body Hair Removal (Laser and waxing), Air Brush Tanning, Botox and Juvederm, Brow

shaping, Brow and Lash Tinting, and a full boutique and retail area. New Image Med Spa frequently partners in various charity events such and Paws, Twin Cedars and Susan G. Koman Breast Cancer Awareness foundations.

5592 Whitesville Road, Suite S, Columbus, Georgia, 706.653.8772 newimagemedspa.com

NORTHSIDE ANIMAL HOSPITAL YEARS OF SERVICE: Northside Animal Hospital is a small animal practice that first opened their doors in January of 1976. In January 2012 they will have been serving Columbus and the surrounding area for 36 years. The practice consists of three full-time veterinarians; Dr. Hank Hall, Dr. Matt Clardy and Dr. Sarah Duncan, and approximately 20 staff members. Their staff is a combination of highly trained professionals and paraprofessionals, whose combined goal is to give your pets the best medical attention possible.

At Northside Animal Hospital, they strive to provide quality medicine and surgery in a courteous and timely fashion for each and every animal that comes in to their animal hospital for treatment and /or care.

SERVICES: The Northside Animal Hospital practice specializes in small animal medicine, surgery and dentistry. They offer preventative health care, boarding, grooming, prescription diets, flea products and complete in-house laboratory, and radiology services. Every client has the opportunity to speak with the doctor each and every visit to voice any concerns or ask any questions pertaining to their pet’s well being. Northside Animal Hospital makes a practice of calling and checking on their

patients shortly after their visit and they also offer house calls by appointment.

5360 veterans Parkway Columbus, Georgia, 706.324.0333 northsideanilmalhospital.org

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NORTH COLUMBUS EYE CENTER York at Buffalo and completed his residency in Ophthalmology at the University of Buffalo. He is a board-certified member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), as well as the Georgia Society of Ophthalmology and the American Society for Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS).

YEARS OF SERVICE: Dr. Joseph Ceravolo founded the North Columbus Eye Center in 2002, offering the highest quality medical and surgical eye care to the residents of Columbus, Georgia and the surrounding area. He combines the benefits of world-class technology with top medical expertise to achieve exceptional results for his patients needing cataract, LASIK, PRK, and other refractive procedures. Dr. Cervavolo received his M.D. from State University of New

SERVICES: North Columbus Eye Center provides all-LASER BLADELESS Z-LASIK速 as well as advanced Active Life Lenses速. Active Life Lenses reduces the need for reading glasses and improves near vision. They now offer Botox, Juvederm, Latisse and other anti-aging procedures. The team at North Columbus Eye Center is dedicated to helping you achieve clear, natural vision with exemplary patient care.

1240 Brookstone Centre, Columbus, Georgia, 706.323.8127, northcolumbuseye.com

KIMBERLY NELSON FLORAL DESIGNS YEARS OF SERVICE: Kim Nelson Floral Designs has been in business for 9 years, but Kim has 25 years of experience in the floral design industry. Kim started as a home-based business with tons of support from her husband, David. She worked and lived in Columbus for 4 years before moving to Phenix City where they built a separate custom design studio to house her business, a place she has now called home for 5 years now.

790 Lee Road 236, Phenix City, Alabama, 706.332.7761 kimnelsonfloraldesigns.com

SERVICES: Specializing in florals for weddings, parties, events, proms, holiday centerpieces, floral workshops, huge inventory of rentals and weekly flowers for Country clubs, hotels, business lobbies and offices. At a very young age, Kim learned the importance of customer service in business; she believes in showing others the kindness she would like in return. Kim continues her floral education and travels annually to conventions, workshops and volunteers at the Philadelphia Flower show.

She recently became accredited in floral design through the American Institute of Floral Design and will be inducted as an AIFD designer in July. Best of all, she truly loves sharing her passion for flowers with others. svm soviewsmag.com

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WEDDINGS

Kyle-Camp

Janice MacGregor Kyle and Leon Kleiser “Klay” Camp, III were married March 19, 2011 at Saultopaul Chapel in Pine Mountain, Georgia. • The bride is the daughter of the late George Swift “Sandy” Kyle, III and Mrs. George Swift Kyle, III. • The groom is the son of Julie Bond Woodruff and Mr. and Mrs. Leon Kleiser Camp, II. • Reverend Brad Evangelista officiated the double-ring ceremony. • The bridesmaids were Debra Brooks Woodruff, Betty Jinks Camp, Tiffany Nicole McWhorter, Christy Lynn Mordic, and Erica Hauserman Segerberg. • Charles Bond Camp, the groom’s brother, served as the best man. • The groomsmen were Richard Keith Batts II, Michael Joseph villalba, George Cecil Woodruff Iv, William Brandon Mayfield, and Richard Eldon Mordic. • Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the Big Eddy Club of Columbus. • Music was provided by soloist Cathy Jeanine Young and violinists Samuel Wood and Heather Thomas. • After a honeymoon in the Hawaiian Islands, the couple returned home to Columbus, Georgia. svm

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Bandy-Shuler

Kasey Marie Bandy and George Mattox Shuler were married on Saturday, August 27, 2011 at First Christian Church in Augusta, Georgia. • The Reverend Kevin Figgins officiated. • Parents of the bride are LTC (Ret.) Lewis C. Bandy of Evans, Georgia. and Mrs. victoria M. Daniel of Evans, Georgia. Parents of the groom are Mr. and Mrs. Homer L. Shuler of Columbus, Georgia. The groom’s grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. George F. Schladensky of Columbus, Georgia. • Following the ceremony, a reception was held at Palmetto Terrace of North Augusta, South Carolina. • The newlyweds honeymooned in Jamaica.

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Clockwise: Debbie Garrett, Dana Freeman, Pat Jones and Peggy Sue Gray.

MANIC MONETS Photos by S. Saxon

Mary Pat King

Jamie Farmer and Pat Jones

The Third Annual Art Show was held at the residence of Pat Jones on November 3. The show featured a balance of quality artwork and showcased new forms and techniques, mirroring the current trends in the world of contemporary art creation. This year’s exhibition was called “ Manic Monets” and it featured artwork by June Bird, vicky Bush, Alice Gentry Douglas, Dana Freeman, Debbie Garrett, Jane Goodwin, Peggy Beck Gray, Pat Jones, Mary Pat King and Ethelyn Riley. svm

Alice Douglas

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Mason Lampton and Charlotte Hare

Laura Knee, Tonya and David Guillory, James Wade.

Juliann David, Melissa Martin, Tanya Zuna, Kathryn Mansfield, Courtney Amos and Lucy Cochran.

THE EVENT: Once again, Columbus welcomed the celebration of Chaser’s Eve on the night preceding the 27th annual Steeplechase at Callaway Gardens. On November 4th, guests gathered at the Columbus Museum for an evening of dinner, dancing and a silent auction to benefit the arts.

THE COMITTEE: Courtney Amos and Melissa Martin were the CoChairs of the event. Lucy Cochran, Julianne David, Chenault James, Kathryn Mansfield and Tanya Zuna were the Chaser’s Eve Committee and Haley Arnold was responsible for the Silent Auctions.

Toni and Mark Morrison

THE SPONSORS: Georgia Crown, J. Smith Lanier & Co., CSE, Deloitte, Afflac, Southern Views Magazine, and Triangle Wholesale, Inc. svm

Lucy Knight, Melissa Martin, Charlotte Hare and Tanya Zuna.

Megan and Charlie Day

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Tammy and Don Beck

Earl Barbaree, Terri Henry, Angela Wagenti and Ted Morgan.

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Brad Bush, Brad and Parker Mullins, Rusty and Shannon Hinds and Vicky Bush.

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Scott and Rebecca Crowley

Anna Flournoy, Rebecca Gristina, Joanne Gristina, Catherine Moore and Margot Schley.

The evening’s menu was prepared by Chef Jamie Keating.

Ken and Chris Henson Kim and Trey Jinks, Jenny and Phillip Adams, Christy and Sam Stapleman.

Jamie and Scott Moss Crystal and Johnson Trawick

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Dan Amos, Courtney Amos, Tom Butler, Kathleen and Paul Amos.

Suzanna Lampton, Emily Trotter and Claudia Garrard.

Marla Caligaris and Maxine Hudson

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Suzanne Mullin, Lloyd Pease and S.L. Mullin.

Katherine and Dan Ellis

THE SPONSORS: Georgia Crown, Triangle Wholesalers, Inc, J. Smith Lanier & Co., CSE, Deloitte and Southern Views Magazine.

Laurie and Katherine Webb

THE FARE: This year's fare features a smattering of seasonal delights. Prosciutto Wrapped Figs with Balsamic Syrup, Corn Meal Dusted Oyster Spoon with Ancho Aioli, veal Saltimbocca Satay with Marsala Sauce, Coq Au vin and Fennel Sausage Cassoulet, Braised Duck Leg Potato Dumplings, Carved Leg of Lamb with Mint Jus, Lobster Bisque in Baby Pumpkins, Wild Mushroom Risotto Bar, Fried Green Tomato Bar a Wood-burning Pizza Bar.

David and Jaime Lemieux, Reynolds Bickerstaff.

Lauren Bryant, Catherine Moore, and Mallory Harris.

Mac and Rachel Plummer

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Mason Lampton welcoming Governor Nathan Deal and his wife Sandra.

Mason and MaryLu Lampton presenting the Lampton Bronze Award to Frances Malone.

2011 STEEPLECHASE Photos by S. Saxon and R. Caligaris THE EVENT: November 5, 2011 marked the 27th annual Steeplechase at Callaway Gardens to benefit the arts in the Columbus and surrounding community.

THE LAMPTON BRONZE: This award was established to honor Mason and Mary Lu Lampton, the visionaries who created the Steeplechase at Callaway Gardens. This year’s recipient was Frances Malone.

Charlotte Hare and Lucy Knight

THE BENEFICIARIES: The Columbus Museum, The Columbus Symphony Orchestra, The Historic Columbus Foundation, Ida Cason Callaway Foundation, The Springer Opera House, Auburn University College of veterinary Medicine and Callaway Gardens.

INTRODUCTIONS: Governor Nathan Deal and Major General Robert Brown were in attendance during the opening ceremonies. Governor Deal’s daughter, Katie Deal, sang the National Anthem.

Amy McCullohs, Mason Lampton and Stacey Leebern.

Ben Boles, Betsy and Chuck Staples.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: Mason Lampton, Lucy Knight, Kim Jinks, Charlotte Hare, Jaime Lemieux, Mason Lampton Jr., Christy Stapleman, Jackie Thomason, Nancy Stephenson. svm

Eliza McArthur, Katharine Spratlin, Strom Mull, Campbell Cartledge and Amanda Fletcher.

John Landry of Diageo holding the Crown Royal award.

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Sarah Knight and Leslie Anne Heard Jones.

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Brad Bush, Don Lebern III and Billy Davis.

Sandy and Ken Coolik

Kristen Landry and Ramona Tomiuk Olivia Watts and Logan Bourne

Megan Day

THE HIGHLIGHTS: Steeplechase is an exciting day dedicated to food, fun and competition. Tailgates gathered in the Infield, while Terrace boxes and tents were full of eager fans awaiting the opportunity to cheer on their favorite horses.

Entertainment for all kept the day busy between races. The kids were occupied by the Stick Pony Races, Jack Russell Terrier Races, Kids Coral and rock climbing wall.

Adults enjoyed the Horseshoes Tent that featured an upscale style tailgate, complete with college football and a live feed of the races all day long. Lunch was prepared by the award winning, culinary chef, Jamie Keating. The annual SVM Hat Contest that drew a large crowd and showed off some of the season’s best in whimsy and imagination on the lids of some of the region’s most fashionable ladie.

Chris Woodruff, Andrea Flandry, Lori and Clark Turner.

Jay and Patsy Stelzenmuller Malon and Laura Wickham

THE SPONSORS: platinum: Callaway Gardens, Crown Royal and Aflac. gold: Carmike Cinemas, Columbus Bank and Trust, Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital and Hughston Clinic, Jay Auto Mall, RSC Special Events, TSYS, v'Roooom Technology, W.C. Bradley Company, W.J. Deutsh & Sons, Ltd, and Wells Fargo. Media sponsors: Southern Views Magazine and Sunny 100.

John and Carol Johnston, Brinkley and Jim Pound.

Angie Strother, Missy Wood, Julie Allison, Mindy Haralson, Shannon Hines, Vicky Bush.

Maj.Gen Robert Brown greeting Sandra and Georgia Governor Nathan Deal.

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Gigi Schorr, Lindsey Ward, Sanders Estes and Maddie Eysel.

Katharine Spratlin, Frances Knight, John Bussey, Strom Mull and Sallie Robbins

Susan Frakes,Leslie Anne Jones, Haley Kraft, Claire Slade and Jessica Calhoun.

Jenny and Phillip Adams

Christie Cox and Austin Edwards

Lindy Rae Starling and David Stivarius

Steve and Faye Melton, Blake and Debbie Lane, Tammy Beck.

THE SPONSORS: silver: Shelby and Wanda amos, Acura of Columbus, BMW of Columbus, Bear Creek Hounds, CSE, Columbus Quary, Mr.and Mrs. Lovick P. Corn, Dougherty, McKinnon & Luby, Edgar Hughston Builders, Flournoy Development Co., Frazer Lanier Co., Fort Foundation Trustee Fund, R.M Greene, Inc., Mr.and Mrs. B.H. Hardaway III, J.Smith Lanier & Co., Jim Wilson and Assoc.,Mr. and Mrs. Mason Lampton, Schuster enterprises, St. Francis, Hospital, SunTrust Bank, Triangle Wholesalers, Inc. Bronze: Bell media, BDO, CBS Outdoor, Chick-fil-A,Containers by Reaves, deloitte, Effective Outdoor Advertising, Finds & Consigns, Golf Cart Specialisst, Grease Monkey, Jenkins Architecture, Kennedy Engineering Group, King and Spalding, Knology, Merrill Lynch, Skanka, Standard Concrete Co., Sunshine Banners. svm

Lily and Lawson Leebern, Gabriela Caligaris and Anna Rose Goldman.

Former Steeplechase Race Directors.

BACK: Gray Setaro, Lauren Koontz, Mebane Pruitt, Liza Neuman, Carolyn Ezelle and Claire Benedict. FRONT: Sherrie Buracker, Laura Gower, Lindsay Mabry and Margaret Scurry.

Katelyn Brown and Lauren Hargraves

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Chris Woodruff, Jaclyn Kirby, Wes Carroll, Amanda Lister, Courtney Ruggles and Amy McCullohs.

HAT CONTEST Photos by R.Caligaris and S. Saxon Lisa Clark, Overall Winner

THE EVENT: One of the most anticipated events at the Steeplechase was the SVM Hat Contest. In keeping with the tradition of wearing elaborately decorated hats on race day, many attendees joined in the fun by entering our Hat Contest. One of the biggest contests to date, competitors came out in style in hats adorned with feathers, bows, flowers and even animals.

THE JUDGES & EMCEE: Jaclyn Kirby, Courtney Ruggles, Amy McCullohs and Chris Woodruff were the judges for the event. Wes Carroll and Amanda Lister from Sunny 100 acted as the emcees.

THE CATEGORIES: Contestants came wearing hats of all shapes, sizes and colors and entered in one of three categories: Most Whimsical, Most Glamorous and Creative Kids. There was also a prize of Best Overall. svm

Patti Brown, 3rd. Place Most Glamorous

LEFT: Joanna Janas. ABOVE: Stacey Tolbert, 1st. Place Most Glamorous. RIGHT: Amber McElduff, 2nd. Place Most Glamorous.

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Stephanie Hirst, 1st. Place Most Whimsical

Chloe Kubiak, 3rd.Place Kids Most Creatrive.

Catherine Slavich, 2nd.Place Kids Most Creative.

wINNErS Overall Winner Lisa Clark Creative Kids 1st Place, Laken Wallace 2nd Place, Catherine Slavich 3rd Place, Chloe Kubiak Most Whimsical 1st Place, Stephanie Hirst 2nd Place, Cynthia Davis 3rd Place, Cynthia Tillman Most Glamorous 1st Place, Stacey Tolbert 2nd Place, Amber McElduff 3rd Place, Patti Brown Visit soviewsmag.com for more photos.

Cynthia Tillman, 3rd.Place Most Whimsical

Cynthia Davis, 2nd. Place Most Whimsical

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Sean Lehnherr and Jaclyn Kirby Katherine Moss

HAT CONTEST Angela Wagenti Ashley Alford

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Dr. A. J. Jain , Jacquie Rawls, Susan and Ron Wirt.

Spencer Garrard and Gail Greenblatt

Mary Pierson, Marion Feighner, Duke Miller and Miriam Hallock.

GUSTO! Photos by Kenny Gray

THE EVENT: Gusto! an elegant evening of fare and flair was held on November 12 at the RiverMill Event Centre.

THE HIGHLIGHTS: Gusto! featured a five-course dinner exploring the cuisines of Spain, Italy, Germany, Russia, and France. While guests enjoyed each course, talented Schwob School of Music students presented music from the same country as the food that was being served.

THE PURPOSE: Proceeds from the dinner gala will support the Schwob School of Music Scholarship Fund.

Alex and Ann Deblond, Marc and Marleen Olivié .

THE SPONSORS: Columbus Neurologic Institute, Columbus Regional Healthcare System, WC Bradley Co., Aflac, Columbus Airport, American Airlines, Lewis Jones Flowers and Gifts, Georgia Crown Distributing Co., Southern Views Magazine. svm

Bob and Stacy Poydasheff with Mira Totskaya and Yuiry Totskiy.

Anne Mims and Faye Carles, Donna Wieczorek and Daphne Dove-Pierce.

Lisa Liss, Ann Deblond, Yien Wang, and Chris Zanga.

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Massage Envy Massages and spa treatments may seem extravagant, but in these stressful times more and more people are turning to day spas for the proven health benefits they provide. Stress relief, pain relief, anxiety and depression management are just a few of the conditions that licensed massage therapists can help with in an atmosphere designed to stimulate relaxation.

The question these days isn't so much if you should get a massage, but where to get one.

By Kristen Brown egina Fernicola, owner of a new local spa franchise, Massage Envy Spa, was kind enough to sit down with SVM and discuss the latest and greatest in relaxation offerings, her commitment to promoting healthy lifestyles, and the benefits of the unique membership system at Massage Envy Spa.

conditions such as arthritis, migraine and fibromyalgia. Massage Envy just raised close to half a million dollars in our first national partnership event with the Arthritis Foundation this October. As a past board member of our local chapter, this makes me particularly proud of the company.

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How many Massage envy locations are currently across the u.s and how does that partnership operate to form a cohesive system for customers? What happens if i can't make an appointment one month?

Our vision is “Better lives, better families, better communities, better world through our hands.” This commitment is evident throughout the company. The structure of the brand ensures a consistent quality experience no matter which clinic you visit. This ensures that best practices are implemented at the top and mirrored throughout the country. If a member misses a monthly therapy, their service rolls over to the next month.

the spa industry is rapidly growing in the Columbus area. What made you decide to open Massage envy? Massage Envy Spa is unlike any other spa in Columbus. We are clinic #705 of a national membership, with over one million members. I visited a Massage Envy in New Jersey about five years ago and immediately saw the need for this therapeutic, affordable and convenient model in Columbus. When my fifth son began school full-time, I realized I had the time to turn this vision into a reality. I graduated from Georgetown University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, so owning a business that promotes health and wellbeing is a perfect fit for me.

How does the membership system at Massage envy work? The Massage Envy franchise was started by a massage therapist who designed the model to remove all the obstacles that prevent people from integrating regular massage therapy into their wellness routine, mainly affordability and convenience. We are open seven days, until 10pm most evenings, so even the busiest person can find an appointment time that works. Even when you travel, with our 700 plus locations in 50 states, chances are good that there is a clinic nearby. When you join Massage Envy Spa at Bradley Park, you belong to them all.

Massage envy is a franchised chain that caters to people who want the benefits of regular massage at an affordable price. What are the prices for some of the services you will provide? Our membership model keeps our prices below other providers by ensuring that members return monthly. Regular, monthly massage therapy has been scientifically proven to reduce stress, increase mobility and range of motion, improve circulation, enhance sleep quality and decrease pain associated with

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We offer an introductory massage for $49.

When you join you pay only $59 a month which includes your massage. Any additional massage within the month is only $39.

Better lives, ‘‘better families, better communities, better world through our hands.’’

We are a Spa version which means we offer Facial treatments by licensed estheticians utilizing the same model of convenience and affordability. The skin is the largest organ in the body and needs attention for optimal health just like the rest of you! Massage Envy uses the signature facial series developed by Dr. Murad, a world renowned innovative dermatologist and pharmacist who has dedicated his life and practice to healthy skin.

For customers new to Massage envy what is the first treatment you would recommend?

Every professional service at Massage Envy Spa is customized to the individual. When you make an appointment our friendly Spa associates will briefly interview you over the phone or in person to place you with the best professional for your customized treatment according to your needs. We have gift cards and gift memberships available. Whether for yourself or another, there is no better gift than that of health and relaxation! svm

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HOLIDAY JEWELS

By Christie Cox Named after a pair of beloved grandmothers, Stella and Dot is a company inspired by and created for strong women. The company is based in San Francisco and provides flexible entrepreneurial opportunities for women all over the country. The Stella and Dot line consists of boutique-style jewelry and accessories, which can be purchased online or through your local Independent Stylists at in-home Trunk Shows.

Contessa Jade Necklace Brass chain, with a worn gold finish, is fringed with hand-cut jade stones in a beautiful gradient.

Stella and Dot’s collections are designed by New York designers and can be seen in the CW’s Gossip Girl, InStyle and Lucky magazines, and adorning the wrists and necklines of today’s hottest celebrities.

Signature Clover Chandelier Earrings Silver-plated chandeliers feature our signature clover motif.

Tribute Bracelet, Clover Singlewrap Leather Bracelet, Revival Bracelet Mix it up with a trio of this season’s fabulous bracelets.

The CEO and founder, Jessica Herrin, created Stella and Dot with the intention of giving the modern woman a career alternative that provides success while doing something that they love. The number one mission of the company is to give every woman the means to style her own life, and with much of the line under $50, Stella and Dot allows just that. svm

Isadora Pearl Bib Necklace Over 100 acrylic pearls are carefully hand assembled onto a hematite plated brass chain. cupchain wrapping & faceted glass beads accent the necklace.

Third Time’s a Charm Necklace Give the gift of luck with this whimsical charm necklace. a combination of four unique charms, including a gold plated horn, silver spear, rose gold 3, and handset pave ball dangle from a gold plated, faceted ball chain.

Camilla Ring Aventurine stone in a vintage setting. Adjustable brass band.

Bardot Spiral Bangle A metallic coil of gold plated nuggets gives the look of stacked bangles. Finished off with our tiny signature heart.

Tudor Studs An amethyst CZ stone is framed by handset black pave CZs.

To see complete collection or to order please visit stelladot.com/sites/neliebelly or call Nelie Frields at 706.888.8808. soviewsmag.com

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FASHION un toward the light, ladies.

Sequins, paillettes, crystals and rhinestones—gravitate toward anything that sparkles and shines. Dare to be dazzling!

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ascading sequins and hints of metallic bronze give this fitted dress something to shine about.

Ladies, a sequin dress is the ultimate glamour dress for making an impression, especially over the Holidays.

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his fun, knee-length dress made of a wool blend with metallic accents screams for that special night during the holidays! Sheer tights are a good option for glamorous events, and give legs a silky look that separates day from evening!

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Excellence doesn’t just happen.

It’s a decision we make every day.

CUNNINGHAM CENTER Much more than just a meeting space.

ColumbusState.edu/CunninghamCenter 3100 Gentian Blvd. Columbus, Georgia 31907 706.568.5101 | conferences@ColumbusState.edu

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MODEL: Katherine Webb.

CLOTHING AND ACCESORIES: The Blue Door Boutique, 706.596.0139, thebluedoorboutique.com HAIR AND MAKEUP: Christina Hall and Erin Welch for Salon NG, 706.494.2940, salonng.com SPECIAL THANKS: The Springer Opera House, Cameron Bean and Hampton Bishop.

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GArDEN GALA Photos by Gary Little

Sally Buck and Irene Champion

Michael Anderson and Rose Steiner

THE EVENT: On October 11, the Columbus Botanical Garden presented the 12th annual Garden Gala at Green Island Country Club where guests enjoyed a beautiful lunch adorned with gorgeous floral arrangements, a silent auction, and a demonstration workshop. Numerous local artists generously donated their work to benefit the Columbus Botanical Garden.

THE PURPOSE: All proceeds benefitted the Columbus Botanical Garden, which is a tranquil haven of natural splendor. This urban garden is in the process of flourishing into a place for visitors to enjoy.

THE HIGHLIGHT: Ben Page of Page and Duke Landscape Architects was the featured speaker. Mr. Page gleaned knowledge of the land, natural systems, and horticulture during a childhood spent on his grandparents' and great grandparents' farms, long before he considered landscape architecture as a career. svm

Betsy Illges, Chris Harmon and Sue Ellen Dolan.

Sara Singer and Charleton Kennon

Erwin Key and Weezie Dillard

Some of Ben Page’s residential architectural landscaping.

Ben Page was the featured speaker.

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Kari and Nick Dyer

Blair Wooldridge, Tracey Wooldridge and Janet Peters.

Jenna, Shelby and Sarah Hackaday.

Lindsey Peoples, Maegan Trent and Brande Adams.

Jeanne and Doug Jeffcoat

Andrea Zamora and Aaryn Snipes.

BONE BASH Photos by S. Saxon

THE EVENT: The Arthritis Foundation’s Bone Bash was held on October 27, 2011 at the RiverMill Event Centre. Chairpersons of this year’s event were Kate McGrory and Blair Wooldridge.

THE PURPOSE: Proceeds from the event benefited the Arthritis Foundation and their goal to fund research in all areas of arthritis and its related diseases.

THE HIGHLIGHT: The frightening evening was filled with costumes, games, games, food, and fun! The event included a silent auction, live band, and a Bone Bash signature cocktail. svm Terri Baker, Lisa Blair and Kate McGrory.

Terri Baker, Kari Dyer and Amy Haynes.

Christy Stapleman, Emily Ashley and Jackie Thomason.

Jennifer Mordic and Kari McLean

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Family Matters

When George Cecil “Bumpsey� Woodruff, Junior built his Midland home, he wanted 21st century amenities while preserving historical integrity.

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he Woodruff home has a rich history deeply rooted in the appreciation for the natural beauty of the great outdoors. Originally, Julie Woodruff’s grandfather, George Cecil Woodruff, Sr., moved an old Harris County school house on the land surrounded by three lakes. Later, Julie’s grandmother renovated the old fishing house and made it her summer home. Julie visited the summer home often as a child and later decided to make it her own home where she raised her three children, Klay, Bond and Jinks Camp on the family land.

Julie and her family lived in the old school house across the lake from her father, George Cecil “Bumpsey” Woodruff, Junior. She inherited the home from her father, who wanted to spend the rest of his days on the land he loved so much. Mike Socci of the Woodruff Contracting Company constructed the house and George moved in upon its completion in May 2009, and lived there until his death. He insisted that it must be finished before his 80th birthday, and so it was.

This home is truly a family affair, built by her father on land with many cherished memories. It was decorated in Southern Low Country décor by Melanie Davis of Davis Design in Atlanta, Georgia combined with Julie’s eye for an eclectic flair. Between celebrations with friends and family, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Georgia football games watched outside on the porch, the Woodruff home is full of history old and new. svm OPPOSITE PAGE: Two leather wingback chairs flank the fireplace, adorned with seasonal garland and greenery from Wildwood Gardens and the Seagrass and Sisal rugs in the entrance are from Columbus Flooring and More. The two matching lamps lining the sofa are hand painted with scenes of the home and property by Raymond Goins.

TOP: The living room flows onto the back terrace, which overlooks the lake. A pastel portrait of Julie’s two sons, Klay and Bond, by local artist Gary Pound adorns the living room wall.

BELOW RIGHT: The little den with the Pecky Cypress walls was George Cecil “Bumpsey” Woodruff, Junior’s favorite room.

He spent his evenings here with a roaring fire, enjoying a glass of red wine, while watching birds, deer, and turkeys feed on the land. The cozy den has a beautiful view of the lake and nearby door opens onto the outdoor terrace overlooking the lake.

Above the festively decorated mantle hangs a portrait of George Cecil “Bumpsey” Woodruff, Jr. by Comer Jennings.

BELOW LEFT: Detail of the lamp painted by Atlanta based designer and sculpture Raymond Goins who is widley known for his “outside the box” creativity. soviewsmag.com

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From the start, my father and I wanted a sense that the house was part of the tradition– that it reflects the past but also embraces modern lifestyle simoultaneously.

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ABOVE LEFT: Over the bed in the master bedroom hangs one of Julie’s favorite pieces of art painted by her dear friend, the late Debbie Watson of Montgomery, Alabama. The plantation shutters from Jerry’s Blinds in the master bedroom provide breathtaking views of the lake are adorned by drapes from Balsam Home.

ABOVE RIGHT: Julie and her dog Patches. BELOW LEFT: Picture of George Woodruff Jr during his first dove shooting. Picture taken by McCullohs Studio on February 13, 1936. BELOW LEFT: Designed by Melanie Davis of Davis Designs in Atlanta, Georgia, the guest room of the Woodruff home is a cozy escape. The Seagrass rugs are from Columbus Flooring and More and a pair of matching boot molds stands on the desk between the two twin beds. Above the beds are photographs of George Woodruff Junior’s first dove shoot from February 13, 1936.

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ABOVE: The French gray gourmet kitchen features a unique Pecky Cypress wood range hood over the six-burner Viking gas stove from Daniel Appliance and sierra brown granite countertops from Duncan Marble. The kitchen island is surrounded by wool plaid barstools and a bowl of persimmons sits atop the burano granite countertops with an antique/natural finish by Duncan Marble. LEFT: The large dining table is surrounded by wool fabric-covered chairs and set for a holiday feast with exquisite Portmeirion Birds of Britain China. Along the far wall in the dining room and adjoining kitchen is a cabinet wall with silver wine goblets. Below the cabinet is an original painting by Bo Barlett of a wine goblet that was a wedding gift to Julie in 1978. BELOW: Right besides the kitchen Julie created a space (office/laundry room) that is functional and comfortable.

This room features plenty of drawer space as well as general cabinet storage and a place for her laptop. RIGHT: Hanging in the office/laundry room is a large portrait of George Cecil Woodruff, Sr. (first from left) when he was the head football coach at The University of Georgia in 1925.

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George Cecil Woodruff, Sr., moved an old Harris County school house on the land surrounded by three lakes started the tradition of the Woodruff family living in this area.

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Blue flagstone covers the terrace floor and luscious greenery in Italian Terracotta pots were done by Chris Harmon of Wildwood Gardens. The home was designed to enjoy the light, the water, and taking in long views.

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Jimmy Yancey, Scott Boyce and Seth Knight.

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Kathy Martin, Ruth Yancey and Lois Osborn.

Wright and Katherine Waddell

Dexter and Pat Jordan, George and Georgine Voltz.

GREEN ISLAND 50TH ANNIVERSARY The Green Island Country Club celebrated on November 18th, their 50th year anniversary of fellowship and recreation that will mark the intersection of a proud past and an exciting future for it’s members.

The Jordan Company bought 467 acres of rolling land on the banks of the Chattahoochee River from Thomas J. Narramore in 1905 for $9,640. The site included 16 acres of dry land that floated in the river. Its name was Green Island. In 1961, that little island in the river gave its name to a club and a beautiful golf course born on the land formerly known as Narramore Place.

Tony and Mary Jane Link, Ben Link, Alee Morrison, Toni and Mark Morrison.

G. Gunby Jordan started a private golf club in the neighborhood in 1959. Two years later, in an attempt to sell more homes, Jordan expanded his idea of a golf club into Green Island Country Club.

Members bought the club from Jordan in 1985 and Green Island has continued to prosper.More than 900 members now enjoy a full-service club that no one could have imagined when Green Island Country Club was born. svm

Gantt Shadburn, Betsy Leebern, Angie Hart, Pat Jones and Peyton Farrar.

Chef Morten Wulff, Frances Boyce and Betsy Leebern.

Marie Arnold, Lucy Knight, Frances Boyce, Mayor Teresa Tomlinson, Jewett Rothschild.

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David Guillory, Christina Vogler, Colonel Promotable Walt Piatt, Dr. AJ Jain, Tyler Townsend, Reynolds Bickerstaff and Dr.Pat Fernicola.

2011 SVMMIES Photos by S. Saxon and Jo Bledsoe THE GALA: The 3rd annual SVMmies party took place on October 6th at the RiverMill Event Centre.

This exciting event is more than just an excuse to put on your most fashionable cocktail attire; it is a chance to recognize some of the Columbus area’s best and most influential businesses and leaders.

Sheila Slavich, Courtney and Jodi Ruggles.

THE PURPOSE: This year’s recipients were a truly special bunch. Receiving awards were: Dr. AJ Jain, Reynolds Bickerstaff, Christina Vogler accepted the award for the Alzheimer’s Association, Tyler Townsend accepted the award for the Greater Columbus Georgia Young Professionals, Dr. Pat Fernicola accepted the award on behalf of the Hughston Clinic, David Guillory accepted the award on behalf of Acura and BMW of Columbus, and Colonel Promotable Walt Piatt accepted the T. Samuel Rawls Memorial Award on behalf of The Fort Benning Maneuver Center of Excellence.

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Edward and Theresa Gaffney

Jaime and David Lemieux

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Columbus’ Mayor Teresa Tomlinson

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Dr. Jay McGrory and Kate McGrory

Kathryn and Dr. Lance Collier

Kim and Trey Jinks

The Presenters: Amber Mordic, Lyndsey Epperly, Taylor Noland, Taylor Myers, Mayor Teresa Tomlinson, Katherine Webb and Marla Caligaris.

Amy McCullohs, Ben and Maria Foust.

Beautiful setting at the RiverMill designed

by Alicia Rodgers of Ray Rents.

Colonel Promotable Walt Piatt accepting the Sam Rawls Memorial Award from Robin and Jacquie Rawls.

Taylor Noland

THE  PRESENTERS:  The awards for the 2011 SVMies were proudly presented by Mayor Teresa Tomlinson Katherine Webb, Lindsey Epperly, Marla Caligaris, Taylor Noland, Amber Mordic and Taylor Myers. these ladies gave a touch of distinction to the beautiful night and they made sure everything ran smoothly.

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Cynthia and Colonel Walt Piatt

THE SPONSORS: This fabulous evening would not have been possible without our wonderful sponsors.

The RiverMill Event Centre provided the perfect outdoor setting with views of the Chattahoochee River and Chef Jamie Keating provided a sampling of seasonal foods for guests to enjoy. Georgia Crown featured their newest beverage, Qream Liqueur as the drink of the night. Alicia Rodgers of Ray Rents created an unforgettable atmosphere and red carpet. A special thanks to the following sponsors: J. Heye Designs for the elegant invitations, Names and Frames, Vista Craft, and Sunny 100 for making this event a huge success. svm

Monte and Lisa Galbraith

Liz O’Neal and Rusty Baker

Olivia Watts and Jonathan Demkovich Keith Weaver, Patti and Kristen Brown, Jon Stewart.

Matthew Hunt, Ashley Alford, Laura and Ryan Brooker.

Susan Tillman, Laura Maley, Becky Buck and Shane Hall

Charlie and Megan Day,Josh McKoon.

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Dr. Lew and Sheila Slavich, Jodi and Courtney Ruggles, and Marilyn and Larry Wall.

Kim and David Nelson

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Members of the Alzheimers Association of Columbus with Christina Vogler (far left).

Temal Dozier and Wendy Dennison

Olivia Watts Charles and Charlotte Quirk, Chad White.

Martin Drake, Jessica Pate, Anne and Kevin Brown.

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EVENT Kathy Tanner, Laura Maley, Kimberly Durham, Amber Mordic and Jamie Moss.

Reynolds and Sasa Bickerstaff

Laurie and Katherine Webb

Lauren Pastwik and Ben Minter

DJ Jones, Tonya and David Guillory, Dale Williams.

Lee and Jeannie Pierson

Lisa Bancer and Courtney Carter Oliver Brittni and Brent Newsome

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Jamie Keating, Ann and Max Burr.

Jon Saunders of Whiskey Bent.

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a partner with a vision‌

the possibilities

INTERVIEW

By Kristen Brown

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on Saunders, owner of Skybar Entertainment, kindly sat down with SVM to discuss his humble beginnings as a solo artist, the 5th annual Frogtown Hollow Jam music festival, and the future of Skybar Entertainment.

The entertainment industry is growing rapidly in Columbus. How did you break into the business and what services does SBE provide? I started in the music business as a solo artist and then formed and managed different bands over the years while learning about the business. In 2003, I decided to start Skybar Entertainment and go into the entertainment business as a full time profession. We are a family business owned and operated by myself and my wife, Tracy.

Skybar Entertainment provides professional entertainment for various venues with bands, acoustic acts, DJ’s and karaoke. We provide sound, lighting and entertainment for weddings, corporate events, private parties, college events, festivals, restaurants and taverns. We have the ability to meet all entertainment and event planning needs.

Skybar Entertainment is a big sponsor and contributor for the annual Frogtown Hollow Jam Festival in Columbus. What can we expect from an event that is becoming one of the biggest music festivals in the state of Georgia? In 2007, Skybar Entertainment founded the Frogtown Hollow Jam. In 2010, we partnered with Uptown Columbus and moved the festival to Woodruff Park which is on Bay Avenue in Columbus.

The Frogtown Hollow Jam is a two day music festival with various genres of music and assorted vendors who come from all over the country. The fifth annual Frogtown Hollow Jam will be held on April 6 and 7.

With over 20 years in the entertainment industry, Skybar Entertainment is the obvious choice for high quality professional entertainment.

Your company has more than 20 years of experience providing professional music and entertainment for all occasions. How do you continue to evolve and what new additions can we expect to see this coming year?

We pay special attention to our client’s entertainment needs. We are constantly upgrading our production, lighting and entertainment.

In the upcoming year we will be working with more national acts and providing a bigger selection of entertainment to our clients.

Our company is definitely growing; we have been in the underground scene, but in the upcoming year you will hear the name Skybar Entertainment more often.

The Frogtown Hollow Jam is a two day music festival with various genres of music and assorted vendors who come from all over the country.

Your passion for music continues beyond the management of other artists and entertainers through your band, Whisky Bent. Where did your love of music originate? My desire to be an entertainer originated from singing 70’s era songs in the van on fishing trips with my family and my brother Frank and I singing along to the Beach Boys on the record player.

My first concert was 38 Special and Iron Maiden at the Municipal Auditorium, what a combination! Seeing the band Kiss’s theatrical performances amazed me as a kid. These are just a few of many influences that made me realize that my love of music exceeded just hearing it on the radio. svm soviewsmag.com

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By Kristen Brown • Photo by S. Saxon

The music scene in Columbus is growing rapidly, so it’s no wonder the band Whisky Bent has become a common household name in the area. Between private parties and playing the outdoor stage in Uptown this summer, they made a lasting impression on their fans, who just can’t seem to get enough of them.

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ront man Jon Saunders took time out of his busy schedule to chat with SVM about his well-known country rock band.

Where did the name Whisky Bent, come from? How long have you been together as a group? The name Whisky Bent originated from a conversation with an old friend, so there really isn’t a fancy story to the name. Whisky Bent has been a full time professional band for eight years.

We play corporate events, weddings, private parties, college events, festivals, clubs, etc. with a variety of rock, country and dance songs guaranteed to bring a great deal of fun, dancing and good times to any event.

Tell us about how you got started and what steps you took along the road to get where you are today? Whisky Bent started out acoustic and then we evolved to an electric band. It is giveand-take mixed with a lot of compromise to stay together as a band, much like any relationship.

We keep pressing forward through the years and we have a great line up of talent. Kurt Richardson “Mr. Fabulous” has exploding guitar

licks with great vocals as well. John George plays the doghouse bass with precision and excitement. Eric “the hurricane” Rose lays down the rhythm with authority and fervor. I am the front man and do my best to put on a great show every night singing and playing guitar and harmonica. I also manage the band through Skybar Entertainment. Whisky Bent started in small restaurants and through the years we have played with Zac Brown and Jamey Johnson, just to name a few. We have headlined Fort Benning’s Independence Day Celebration and have played at several Ritz Carlton Resorts.

Any given day you can walk down Broadway and hear live music in front of Fountain City Coffee from young college musicians.

From a musical or cultural standpoint, what’s changed in Columbus in the last 10 years? A lot has changed in Columbus in the last ten years.

With the addition of the RiverCenter and the

Civic Center, I believe Columbus is able to bring larger national and international entertainment to the Fountain City.

The construction of the Riverwalk and the renovation of Uptown Columbus have made Columbus a more beautiful city. CSU moving the music department downtown and the University growing rapidly is attracting more young talent to Columbus as well.

Any given day you can walk down Broadway and hear live music in front of Fountain City Coffee from young college musicians. All of these things have made a huge difference in the Columbus music scene over the past 10 years.

Does the current state of the music industry change the way you market your band? Yes, most marketing is now done through social media.

The internet makes it easier for bands to get a lot of exposure locally and even internationally.

Whisky Bent has a facebook page, a myspace page and is on the Skybar Entertainment website.

We also have videos on YouTube. You can see our promo video on the Skybar Entertainment website at skybarentertainment.com. svm soviewsmag.com

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Ann and Richard Wilson

Chris and Kelly Calway, Kristen Brown and Jon Stewart.

Leo Berard, Chelle and BG Tom James and Kay Berard.

Patti and MG Robert Brown

COL (P) Walt and Cynthia Piatt, Bill Huff.

VETERANS DAY GALA Photos by S. Saxon THE EVENT: The Country Club of Columbus held its annual Veteran’s Day on November 11.

THE PURPOSE: The CCC continues to honor it’s veterans throughout the year. For the past nine years the CCC has held a Veterans Day Ceremony and Dinner. During this event and for several weeks prior the club honors all of its past and present veterans. The prestigious presidents’ hall becomes the CCC’s hero’s hall with pictures of about 80 men and women who have served our country.

THE SPEAKER: Major General Robert Brown, Commanding General of the Maneuver Center of Excellence at Fort Benning, honored the CCC by speaking on Veterans Day during this event. svm Ed and Mary Boyd, Leslie Bryan and Terry Hurley.

Leila Smith, Alice and Tripp Wade.

Rick Caldwell, LTG (R) William B. Caldwell, III and LTG William B. Caldwell, IV.

Johnny Brooks, Cindy and COL Butch Botters.

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Jason Gibson and Flo Jean Sears

Jason Gibson and Doris Black

Flo Jean Sears with escort.

SYMpHONY Of STYLE

Chris McCoy and Mitzi Allen

Photos by S. Saxon THE EVENT: The Columbus Symphony Guild hosted a luncheon and fashion show at Spring Harbor on October 25.

THE HIGHLIGHT: Following a social and lunch, the fashion show featured women from “The Ladies of Spring Harbor” modeling the latest women’s fashions from Dillard’s, with the expert advice and tips on looking good and feeling great on the runway of life.

The Columbus Lions served as escorts for the models in the fashion show.

Columbus Lions player and Kacky Bowers

THE EVENT: Proceeds from the event benefit the Columbus Symphony Guild. svm

Chris McCoy and Mrs. Butch Deaton

Lee Morris and Mitzi Allen with a Columbus Lions player.

Juanita Thomas and Ann Marie Agers

Cameron Bean and Lee Morris

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We engage our children in the process as well. Between snapping Italian beans and peeling the potatoes, the kids are front and center and the kitchen becomes a wonderful place for great conversation. One of our favorite traditional dishes is Butternut Squash Soup.

vent and Food Stylist Jamie Keating, CEC is well-known in Columbus, Georgia for his exquisite cuisine and amazing events. He is the owner and chef of the premier catering company, Jamie Keating Culinary, Inc. that manages The RiverMill Event Centre.

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We have been serving it for the last 17 years.

It is a wonderful addition to the menu. We serve it in baby pumpkins with cinnamon cream. It is rich in flavor and comforting to the soul.

SVM is excited to welcome Jamie to the team as he shares his expertise in culinary and event planning endeavors and tricks for the chef in all of us. In his first issue, Jamie reveals some of his favorite holiday traditions, delicious recipes and new ideas for seasonal events.

No doubt about it, the turkey is the “culinary star” of our Holiday table. A basting sauce of melted butter and white wine basted on the beautiful cheese cloth covered bird, gives a very wonderful caramel color to this delicious dish.

Even though I am a food professional, there will be no overly elaborate culinary creations on my holiday table. Holiday dinners for my family are the very essence of comfort cooking. They're the meals that pull us home for the comforting and familiar scents and flavors of treasured family recipes. Chefs are no different. It doesn't matter how accomplished or sophisticated they've become, most return to their roots during Thanksgiving and Christmas to prepare the memory-stirring home fare on which they were raised.

For years, my wife Melissa and I have shared the duties of cooking for the holidays. She is usually in charge of the pies, while I take control of the multi-course meal.

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BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

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When it comes to celebrating the holidays, most people would agree that there is no place like home. It’s a time of year when most families revisit annual rituals, including culinary traditions that have been handed down from generation to generation. Diets become non-existent and the palette becomes the gateway to memories made.

To me, it means family, tradition and the spirit of giving. As a caterer, I take on the roll of not only a chef, but a servant at heart. Food brings people together, creates memories and invites the beginning of holiday traditions.

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A favorite traditional recipe served in baby pumpkins with cinnamon cream.

Ingredients: 1 butternut squash, peeled; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; salt and pepper; 1 onion, chopped; 1 tbsp chopped garlic; 6 cups chicken stock; 1 tbsp honey; 1/4 tsp nutmeg; 1/4 tbsp cinnamon; 2 tbsp lite brown sugar; 1 cup heavy cream; salt and pepper to taste.

Directions: Cut squash into 1-inch chunks. In large pot melt butter.

Add onion and cook until translucent, about 8 minutes then stir in the garlic. Add squash and stock. Bring to a simmer and cook until squash is tender. Remove squash chunks with slotted spoon and place in a blender and puree with 1 cup of the stock to help in the pureeing process. Return blended squash to pot. Stir and season with nutmeg, cinnamon, sugar, honey and finish with the cream and reduce until thick. Salt and pepper to taste.

With my business, Jamie Keating Culinary, Inc., we will be braising 1400 Beef Short Ribs for the holiday season. In this economy, both corporate and private events are looking for ways to show their guests appreciation, but they want to make sure their budget stays in line. This delicious entrée is a great way to WOW the palate and at the same time save money. It is also a great “change up” from leftovers like turkey and ham and a wonderful comfort food served best, I think, with pureed celery root or mashed potatoes.

I will continue to share with you each month, recipes, ideas and challenges in the world of catering. Cooking brings family and friends together on an intimate level. The kitchen is the heart of home where aromas and tastes create memories and lasting friendships.

Cooking is a terrific method of building confidence and self-esteem, because it has very tangible, very real rewards that are produced in a short time period. Perhaps this is why so many people of all ages like to cook.

Happy Holidays!

Chef Jamie Keating, CEC

FEATURE BRAISED BEEF SHORT RIBS WITH >> GNOOCHI A LA ROMAIN, WILD MUSHROOMS & WHITE ASPARAGUS Ingredients: 6 cups milk; 4.5 oz butter; 6 tsp salt; 6 tsp white pepper; tt nutmeg; 2.25 cups semolina; 6 each eggs; 3 cups cream; 6 oz parmesan, shredded; 24 ea 8 oz boneless short rib medallions; 3 cups spanish onion, diced large; 2 cups celery, diced large; 2 cups carrot, dice large; 8 oz tomato paste; 1 lbs all purpose flour, seasoned; 4 ea garlic cloves; 1 ea orange, halved; 1 ea sachet of thyme, peppercorn & parsley stems; 2 cups red wine; 3 quarts veal stock; 1 quart demi glaze; 2 each bay leaf; 24 ea white asparagus; 6 lbs spinach leaves; 1 lbs morel mushrooms; 1 lbs crimini mushrooms, quartered; 3 ea parsnips curls, fried and seasoned; 2 ea portobello mushroom, sliced Yields 24 Portions

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Gnocchi ala Romaine: Bring milk, butter, salt, pepper and nutmeg to a simmer. Whisk in semolina in a slow steady stream to avoid lumps, simmer & stir for 10 minutes. In a bowl add the eggs and cream slowly, add to flour mixture stirring off the flame. Add Cheese then portion in 4 oz soufflé foil cups filling 2/3 of the way. Bake at 350 for 15 minutes.

Short Rib: Dredge the boneless short ribs in seasoned flour. Sear on both sides in oil over medium heat, then reserve. Pour off fat from pan and begin to sauté diced carrots until caramelized, add onion, celery, garlic and sweat. Add tomato paste and continue to stir. Deglaze with red wine, stock and demi glaze. Add Bay Leaf, Sachet & orange half. Bring to simmer. In a large dutch style oven place the short ribs and then add the braising liquid aromats. Top with Parchment then from liquid strain Braising Liquid, remove and fat & reduce by half.

Vegetables: Sauté mushrooms, asparagus and spinach. Season to taste and reserve.

Assembly: Place Gnocchi on base of copper pan top with short rib, spinach, and braised liquid. Finish with Mushrooms, Fried Parsnips and Sea Salt.

WINE SUGGESTION >> 2005 Gnarly Head Zinfandel The sight of free standing “head trained” vines found in older vineyards in Lodi, California was the original inspiration for Gnarly Head Old Vine Zin and hence the name “Gnarly Head”. These 35 to 80 year old vines have twisted, old trunks and branches sprouting leaves like unruly umbrellas – truly gnarly heads. Grapes from these old vines are small and few, but offer big flavor!

The 2005 Gnarly Head Old Vine Zinfandel is crafted from grapes from near 80 year old vines. Rich, dark berry flavors from the small grape clusters are balanced with French, American and Hungarian oak, which creates layers of plum, pepper, cola and chocolate. This luscious combination provides a lingering and spicy finish. This wine pairs well with barbecue, pizza, hearty pastas, chili and ribs. $9-$13. Special Thanks to Brad Bush, Georgia Crown Distributing Co. soviewsmag.com

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INTERVIEW

DINNER Divas

By Kristen Brown

Lori Cooper and Rachel Marsh.

After a long day at the office or chasing and driving children around all day, the last thing most people want to do is spend hours in the kitchen over a hot stove. Well Rachel Marsh and Lori Cooper of Dinner Divas in Columbus, Georgia have come to the culinary rescue. They are personal chefs who use their talents to provide clients with weeknight meals, cooking classes, and catering for special events. achel graciously sat down with SVM to discuss their natural love for food and all things culinary, seasonal menu inspiration, and the desire to teach others how to navigate a kitchen.

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They are committed to providing the residents of the Columbus area with meals of impeccable quality matched with superior service, while saving them time and money.

Ladies, you both took leaps of faith to follow your culinary passions. How did the concept for Dinner Divas come about? In 2009, we met at a business women’s meet up group. Although the group wasn’t successful, we became friends and realized that we both had a love for cooking and entertaining. We got together with our husbands often to cook and socialize, and talked about how much fun it would be to have a food business.

In 2010, I was laid off from the financial services industry. Lori had recently retired from occupational therapy, so we decided it was time to give our dreams a try!

We wanted to offer our culinary skills to people in their homes, and found that there was a real need for it in the area, especially for the elderly.

Then, as people caught on to what we were doing, we outgrew the “cook in your home” concept, and the storefront was inevitable.

The Dinner Divas provide personal chef services, cooking classes and catering for special events. What can clients expect with the Dinner Divas experience? Our goal with Dinner Divas is to provide services that are

customized. We prefer to meet with each client and design menus (for catering big events, small dinner parties, etc.) that meet their specific needs. Part of what we most enjoy is helping our clients design the perfect get together. We get to know our clients and learn about their favorite foods, personalities, health concerns, etc. and we work within those boundaries. Most events can be hosted at our store, or we can come to you.

Our cooking classes are designed around the seasons. For example, Fall classes are geared toward Thanksgiving meals and holiday events.

Customized private classes are available and, as part of all our classes, you get to sit down and enjoy a great meal you have created. We also design corporate cooking classes, which allow for team building and a lot of fun!

Cooking classes can seem daunting for those of us who don’t know our way around a kitchen.

How do your classes help prepare individuals for their own culinary experiences? Our classes get clients involved and provide hands-on experience; we want them to be able to recreate the items at home. We focus on meals that are “doable” for the home cook, and use common ingredients that most people already have in their kitchen. From sharing tips, providing shopping lists and recipe cards, and over the phone availability for questions you cannot fail. We try to make the classes fun and usually everyone is laughing and having a blast by the end of the night, and also very surprised at how good they can be in the kitchen!

Creating daily requires a constantly evolving menu. How the Dinner Divas provide a fresh menu of items for customers to choose from?

For weeknight meal offerings, we offer one item a week and clients can decide which day they would like to pick up their meal. We plan our menus monthly, with specific emphasis on the season and what would appeal to us if we were ordering for our own families. We work with local farmers and grocers as much as possible, and highlight their items in our meals. For example, we recently created a fall harvest grilled vegetable salad using purple bell peppers and morning glory that we purchased from Georgia’s Finest Organic Farms.

As the holiday season approaches, are there any special meals you like to prepare for family and friends? My all time favorite holiday item is strawberry salad. It immediately brings back memories of my childhood Thanksgivings and Christmases. It is really a simple cold salad made with strawberry gelatin, fresh bananas and strawberries, sour cream and pecans.

Can you share with our readers your favorite go-to meals for your families after a long day of creating meals for others? My husband, Josh, loves to make his own pasta, and our 5 year old daughter, Molly, loves to help. While it seems like it would be a lot of work, it is really a great time for us to spend in the kitchen together with a little music playing. We usually make ravioli filled with cheese or sausage, or spaghetti, and enjoy it with a side salad and bread. Now, if you ask our daughter, she would tell you without hesitation that her favorite meal is corn dogs and macaroni and cheese! svm soviewsmag.com

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The Color Purple JANUARY 18

Ramona Quimby FEBRUARY 3

Soweto Gospel Choir FEBRUARY 7

Rock of Ages FEBRUARY 15 & 16 Russian National Ballet:

Cinderella FEBRUARY 25 The Acting Company:

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FEATURE

By Christie Cox

Nuvo recently released their fresh, new and crisp beverage to toast to a luxurious lifestyle. This sweet and zesty drink is a perfect accessory to glam up any event. othing says classic French like indulging in a refreshing lemon sorbet while walking beneath the twinkling lights of Paris. This timeless dessert can now be enjoyed in the form of a sparkling French vodka. From the makers of the world’s first sparkling liqueur, the fruity pink Nuvo, comes the new Nuvo Lemon Sorbet.

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For those who crave to be the life of the party, the sleek, bright yellow bottle will certainly turn heads at your next big event, and its cool refreshment will quickly make Nuvo Lemon Sorbet everyone’s drink of choice. This fresh sparkling liqueur is brought to us from Diageo North America, Inc., the world’s largest premium drinks business, and is distributed locally by Georgia Crown Distributors.

Nuvo was created in 2007 by Raphael Yakoby. His inspiration was the popularity of cocktails such as cosmopolitans and apple martinis amongst women, along with the fact that most liquor marketing was geared towards men. At the time, there were few types of liquor made for the sweet, fruity palate of the female consumer so he created the sparkling pink Nuvo. This new twist on Yakoby’s original idea is sure to please, and brings a more powerful punch with 35 percent alcohol, opposed to the 30 percent in pink Nuvo.

Just like the original pink Nuvo, this liqueur promises an experience like none other. The bottle offers an explosion of cold, crisp, sweet, and tangy sensations. The bold citrus flavor of Lemon Nuvo will help you reminisce about the warm bliss of summertime while the bitterness of winter sets in.

While the classic Nuvo featured a delicate hint of white wine and the essence of passion fruit nectar, Nuvo Lemon Sorbet offers an exciting burst of lemony citrus zing. It can be savored on its own over ice, or used to mix up a variety of exciting new cocktails. Mix this sparkling delight into your next glass of iced tea for an amped up Arnold Palmer, or make it simple with just a splash of Sprite. svm

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• 2 ounces NUVO lemon sorbet • 1/2 ounce St. Germain • 1/2 to 3/4 ounce fresh lime juice Lime slice garnish Place St.Germain and juice in cocktail shaker with ice.

Shake to chill. Strain into chilled martini glass. Top with chilled NUVO lemon Sorbet.

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EVENT Past Presidents of the Muscogee County Medical Society.

Rebecca Kelly, Pat Goodman and Dian Naman.

MEDICAL SOCIETY

Mac and Vicki Molnar and Suzanne and Wesley Turton, Jr.

Photos by R. Caligaris THE EVENT: The Muscogee County Medical Society held a dinner meeting on November 8 at the RiverMill Event Centre.

Larry Brill and Midge Bregman Frank Willett, Carl Boyd, Glenn Fussell, and AJ Jain.

THE HIGHLIGHTS: Past presidents of the MCMS were honored with a DVD presentation given by Dr. Glenn Fussell.

Guest speaker, Carl Boyd, M.D. presented a speech entitled “A Brief History of Surgery as Told through Biography, Art, and Aphorism.” svm

Todd Jarrell MD., Floyd Jarrell MD, Mac Molnar, Sr. MD. and Mac Molnar, Jr. MD. Jim and Lisa Venable

Robert Patton and Linda Patton and Fred Flandry.

Julie Cabelka and Vicki Molnar Ken and Mag Smith

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EVENT

Kayla Wilt, Angela McCrea and Lauren Demko.

Ellie Flowers, Whitney Davis, Libba Richardson and Palmer Trawick.

Linda Shinkle and Sallie Martin

Bunco Volunteers.

BUNCO fOR BREAST CANCER

Cam Addison and Emily David

THE EVENT: For the 6th year, the St. Francis Hospital Foundation has hosted Bunco for Breast Care. On October 18, more than 300 guests gathered at St. Anne Church to raise money for the Elena Diaz-Verson Amos Center for Breast Health of St. Francis, widely recognized as the region’s premier source for the diagnosis, treatment and education in women’s health.

THE PURPOSE: Bunco for Breast Care is a chance to have fun with friends, roll some dice and raise money to benefit breast health programs at the Elena Diaz-Verson Amos Center for Breast Health. All proceeds expand comprehensive breast cancer education and treatment resources for women in our region.

Mary Lovett Beck, Mary Varner and Caroline Fields.

THE WINNER: The 2011 tournament winner was Kim Scott. svm Charlotte Quirk and Linda Nguyen 2011 Bunco winner, Kim Scott.

Cammy Marchetti, Amanda Allen and Belinda Ingle.

Photos by Karen Johnson

Cindy Tharp, Julie Hartmann and Brittany Davis.

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TRAVEL

The Springs Resort & Spa

Uninterrupted relaxation, exploring natural wonders and the possibility of daring adventures are just a few things that make Costa Rica an unforgettable vacation hot spot. y whirlwind tour of Costa Rica began with a one night stay in the country’s capital of San Jose. As a tourism destination, San Jose is not much to see, but the best destinations in Costa Rica take at least a couple of hours to get to from San Jose, so travelers might have to spend the night here before beginning their tour. If this is the case, settle for nothing less than a club level room at the Intercontinental San Jose.

While El Silencio is the perfect place for a secluded getaway, travelers will want to add another location or two onto their Costa Rican adventure. My itinerary allotted for two very short days at El Silencio. I would recommend at least another day before heading to the next destination in Costa Rica. For me, it was straight to the heart of the adventure: La Fortuna, home of the Arenal Volcano.

After one night in San Jose, I followed my itinerary to El Silencio Lodge in the cloud forest.

Perhaps one of the most appropriate names possible, El Silencio, which literally translates into the silence, is a boutique property of sixteen suites tucked away on a private reserve.

No trip to Costa Rica would be complete without going on one of their world-famous zip line courses. Our canopy tour not only featured 15 zip lines, but also a Tarzan Swing.

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El Silencio is perfect for honeymooners and nature lovers. Guests have access to nature trails, a cultural discovery tour, bird watching, guided hiking tours, and can even go fishing for their trout dinner. Almost all of El Silencio’s menu items are grown and raised right on property, plus, three daily a la carte meals are included in the room rates.

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Out of all of the properties in the area, The Springs Resort and Spa boasts the most magnificent views of the Arenal Volcano, proudly displaying the volcano like the perfect showpiece that it is. Recognized by CNN for

one of the best views, this resort was built with the volcano in mind and almost every room, from the lobby to the guest accommodations, provides a spectacular vantage point.

Unlike some resorts in the area, the natural hot springs are located right on property, cascading down through each level of the hillside resort.

With hanging bridges and one of the world’s best zip line courses, the Arenal area is perfect for thrill seekers. The shaky walk along the bridges had me grasping the guard rails at several hundred feet in the sky, but the views were unparalleled. This walk would not be the same without a well-trained guide, who pointed out everything from Poison Dart Frogs to a highly poisonous Eyelash Viper (although I could have done without the snake).

No trip to Costa Rica would be complete without going on one of their world-famous zip line courses. Our canopy tour not only featured 15 zip lines, but also a Tarzan Swing, a glorified bungee jump that releases adrenaline junkies swinging into the trees, just like Tarzan.

TRAVEL After a few days in La Fortuna, it was time to experience a more laid-back beach town.

During our five hour transfer, our guide stopped the bus at Tárcoles River Bridge, a sightseeing spot best known for the crocodiles relaxing beneath the bridge. At our guide’s instruction, we walked onto the two-foot sidewalk. Beneath us, five crocodiles sunbathed on the riverbank, another six snaked through the water, and a countless number swam beneath the river’s surface, undetected by the naked eye.

The real draw to this region is Manuel Antonio National Park, known for its natural beauty and abundant wildlife.

This area of Costa Rica flourishes with mammals, from Capuchin monkeys to three-toed sloths, and is a must-see for nature lovers.

Suite with inside deck at El Silencio.

Once our death-defying crocodile experience ended, we continued on our way to Quepos to stay in Los Altos, a condominium style property perfect for families or guests who want plenty of space for their money. The smallest unit here is 2300 square feet and has three bedrooms at a starting rate of $250 per night. While Los Altos does not offer every amenity of a traditional hotel, it does provide trendy accommodations, an onproperty pool and restaurant, and beach access.

White-Faced Capuchin Monkey.

The real draw to this region is Manuel Antonio National Park, known for its natural beauty and abundant wildlife. This area of Costa Rica flourishes with mammals, from Capuchin Monkeys to Three-Toed Sloths, and is a mustsee for nature lovers.

We spent the entire morning walking through one of the trails, counting well over ten sloths and several monkeys in the tree branches. Just like the hanging bridges tour, it’s best to go through these areas with a trained guide – many of the animals are very well camouflaged and our guide was able to point out some of the most inconspicuous of creatures.

Blue-crowned Motmot.

Lindsey with the Arenal Volcano in the background.

Waterfall at La Promesa

While my tour of Costa Rica concluded at Manuel Antonio, there is still so much left to the country that I wasn’t able to see, which is why I advise a split stay in multiple regions. I would recommend having a specialist put together a customized itinerary to highlight each individual’s interest.

Whether it’s soaring through the jungle on zip lines or viewing wildlife in a national park, Costa Rica certainly has it all for the adventurous traveler. svm Lindsey Epperly is a luxury travel consultant who enjoys preparing custom-made vacations for her clients. To find out more about Lindsey’s travel planning and to request a trip, please visit www.vacationsbylindsey.com.

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Architecture and Public Art

By Architect Will Barnes

Photos by S. Saxon

ublic Art may be loosely defined as “Something exposed to general view that was created using imaginative skill.” (Paraphrased and compiled using Webster’s Dictionary.)

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Anyone who has visited this building recently might ask the question, “Does this piece of Functional Art still function effectively?” Others might ask, “Has the place ever functioned as the design intended?”

When you hear the words “Public Art,” you might immediately think about sculptures on Broadway, murals painted on buildings, or any other obvious “Art” that someone has left behind in a prominent location to be seen. However, by definition, there are many forms of Public Art, including architecture.

The open plaza facing 10th Street was envisioned as the main entrance to the complex of three independent buildings. On the plaza level, the first floor of the central “tower” building was designed and built as an extension of the public plaza, with impressively high ceilings and four walls of glass. Monumental stairs allow additional open access from this space down to 9th Street, 1st Avenue and Broadway.

In some cases, Public Art is commissioned, planned and installed, but never quite appreciated or fully used as it was intended. This is certainly the case in the built environment and more specifically in the Architecture of our own Government Center (the tallest building in Uptown Columbus).

In the early 1970’s our iconic courthouse was demolished and replaced with the current structure. It has been written that this building was designed to accommodate and represent the first consolidated CityCounty government in the state of Georgia.

Regardless of your personal preference for the old courthouse or the “new” government center (a good subject for an entirely different article), there is no doubt that the current structure was created using imaginative skill. As such, we can critique the building as a piece of functional art.

Designed in the International Style, an architectural approach that gained worldwide popularity in the 1920’s and 1960’s, our government center is intentionally devoid of decorative elements, allowing the technology and modernity of the streamlined materials to speak for themselves.

Stylistically, a notable achievement of this design approach is the separation of the building’s structure from its exterior walls, allowing for open floor plans and near limitless use of windows.

ABOVE: The election of May 27, 1970, approved the construction of a new government center, replacing the 1896 Muscogee County Courthouse.

BELOW: The Government Center cost $11 million, and it was designed by Columbus Architect Edward W. Neal.

In recent years, homeland security concerns and governmental space needs have drastically affected how a visitor would “naturally” experience this place.

Although the plaza level remains open and accessible to all who choose to venture up the welcoming steps, signage has been installed as a subtle warning that “Public Access” is no longer available from the raised plaza.

Working your way around the perimeter of the complex, you will eventually find access to the building at the basement level, celebrated on one side by a service alley and the other by an underground employee parking garage.

Making your way through the metal detectors and up to the plaza level you will discover (through two story glass windows) the intended visual connection between the building and the public space of the outdoor plaza.

Unfortunately, your experience will be limited by the fact that no people occupy the plaza and that curtains and walls now conceal half of the plaza level windows.

No matter how you define or appreciate Public Art, we should be more conscious as a community to include our skill and imagination as we create, analyze or change those things that “are exposed to general public view.” svm

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SHOTS

The Honorable Calvin Smyre, Mayor Kasim Reed, and Justin TannerOffice of the Mayor-City of Atlanta.

Mike Gaymon, Mayor Kasim Reed, Mayor Teresa Tomlinson, Calvin Smyre

The Honorable Calvin Smyre, Mayor Teresa Tomlinson, and Mayor Kasim Reed

uff-Links and Pearls was a networking mixer that took place on November 3rd at The River Center for the Performing Arts to help bridge the gap between the younger and more influential professionals. Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed, Columbus Mayor Teresa Tomlinson and the Honorable Calvin Smyre were all in attendance for the evening event. svm

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The Cufflinks and Pearls planning Committee.

Robbie Foster and guest.

Mayors Reed and Tomlinson with military attendees.

Clear Channel radio staff.

Mayor Reed, Teresa Tomlinson, Vivian Bishop, and Calvin Smyre.

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Willette Roundtree, Charlotte Quirk, Linda Nguyen, Mayor Reed, Crystal Shahid and Josina Pittman.

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Max and Ann Burr, Contantina Tsoulano, Gary Wortley, Ken and Steve Butler.

E.p.I.C.

Mat Swift, Jamie Keating, Will Barnes and Reynolds Bickerstaff.

Photos by S. Saxon

THE EVENT: Award-winning Chef Jamie Keating held an evening of food and wine to announce the opening of his newest venture in the early part of May 2012, a restaurant called E.P.i.c, (Eagle and Phenix innovative cuisine) in the Eagle and Phenix Mill building.

Shelley Dean, Melissa and Jamie Keating, Marquette McKight.

THE HIGHLIGHTS: Columbus-based W.C. Bradley Co. is transforming the lower structure of the Eagle and Phenix Mill to accommodate a 72-seat eatery in a s 3,800square-foot space. Will Barnes of Barnes & Company Architects will be in charge of completely the conceptual and physical overhaul of the interior.

THE EVENT: A high-end variety of seasonal dishes, pastas, seafood, first class steaks. E.P.i.c is the culmination of a lifetime of experience in the kitchen and interacting with diners. svm Leah Braxton and Melissa Thomas

Billy Harper, Maxine and Ed Hudson, Elinor Harper.

Lon and Jeanine Alexander with Mark Morrison.

Seth and Amanda Gulsby

Claudia Garrard and Lori Turner Jamie Keating announcing the opening of E.P.i.c in early May of 2012.

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EVENT Barbara Johnston

Rylan Steele Ray Crowley, Delbra Martin, Marleen and Marc Olivie.

fRIENDS Of ART THE EVENT: On Nov. 6, guests toured the Spring Harbor apartments of Friends of Art hosts Ray and Evelyn Crowley, Jim and Sally Gates and Mim Hallock, then enjoyed a cocktail buffet in the Spring Harbor Bistro.

Rex Whiddon and Neal McCrillis

THE PURPOSE: To meet the Columbus State University art faculty and to increase support for scholarships, visiting artists, equipment and special projects. Joe Sanders is the Alan F. Rothschild Distinguished Faculty Chair of the CSU Department of Art. Art history professor Michele McCrillis serves as the faculty liaison for Friends of Art and Marleen DeBode-Olivié chairs the Friends of Art Steering Committee.

Sally Gates, Marilyn Laufer and Dexter Jordan.

THE HIGLIGHTS: The Crowley’s American Impressionist paintings and art glass; the Gates’ mixture of pottery, paintings and photographs, and Mim Hallock’s antiques and artifacts reflecting her assignments with the U.S. Foreign Service. svm

Ann and Eddie Norris John Greenman, Alice Budge and Joe Sanders.

Jody Scott and Molly Day

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Chris Henson and Mim Hallock

Bob and Joyce Koon

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