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16 Be Your Best Self
What we want and need for a better self in the New Year
20 The Art of Love
A modern take on wedding fashion at the Speed Art Museum
32 The History of Kentucky Horse Racing
How the Kentucky Derby Museum offers all the best of horse racing tradition
38 A Timeless Revival
A pre-war condo renovated to reflect the original architecture
48 To Be, Or Not To Be?
Actors Theatre takes a modern approach to a new era of the arts
54 An Enchanting Engagement A fairytale bridal fashion editorial at historic Oxmoor Farm
64 All You Need Is Love
Josh Miller and Theo Edmonds tie the knot in St. James Court
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70 The Wedding of Janice Carter Levitch and Steven Humphrey Vows in Jardin de Janice
78 Shades of Observation
The Mischief Maker shares her secrets for creating sugar flower cake masterpieces
88 A Modern Day Love Story
Calvin Academy of Music
Christina Pecha and George Greenhalgh say “I do”
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94 The New Normal for Wedding Planning
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How to plan for your special day in the age of a pandemic
98 Wedding Vendor Guide
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the Letter from Publisher “Every heart sings a song, incomplete until another heart whispers back. Those who wish to sing always find a song.” — Plato
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ie the knot, take the plunge, get hitched. There are many different ways to describe a wedding ceremony and it means different things to those who have decided to become engaged and begin planning their wedding. In this issue, I shared my recent nuptials with you and revealed a peek behind the curtains of our special day. Call us brave and in love, Steve and I decided to plan our ceremony while being sensitive to and in spite of COVID restrictions, including masks must be worn by all. Our own backyard seemed like the ideal location and allowed us to have a ceremony under a tent with plenty of room for social distancing to welcome the small group we could include. Of course, Poseidon himself decided to join our special day and the rain relentlessly ensued until about 2:00 p.m. when the sun broke through the clouds, offering us a ray of hope that we would have a dry wedding ceremony after all. With my Mother by my side, she and I made our way to “Jardin de Janice” where the small group of guests were waiting. Steve and I said our vows to each other at 5:30 p.m. without a drop of rain landing on the roof of the tent. Just as everyone made it into the dinner tent for the reception, a clap of thunder was heard and another torrential downpour began. We would like to think this was a gesture from Poseidon acknowledging his blessing over our union. Our very own Liz Gastiger was in charge of catering and, following the ceremony, overseeing her staff to make sure they followed the proper protocol for serving dinner. Needless to say, it was fabulous. The dinner tent was decorated with centerpieces from Nanz & Kraft Florists and the icing on the cake was actually, quite literally, our wedding cake itself, created by the very talented Alex Narramore, also known as The Mischief Maker. You can read more about her talent in a feature we have included, written by her, in this issue.
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elcome to 2021! It’s the year we’ve all been waiting for and, thank goodness, it’s finally here! What’s a better way to start the New Year than with an entire issue dedicated to the union of two individuals starting their lifelong journey together? This past year has been a journey for us all, and I hope this issue will bring you some hope and reassurance for what lies ahead. Inside you will find three breathtakingly beautiful weddings that clearly didn’t let a pandemic get in their way. There is the wedding of Josh Miller and Theo Edmonds who tied the knot in Old Louisville at St. James Court, surrounded by a small group of family and friends that was live-streamed to those who couldn’t attend. The Assumption Greek Orthodox Church was the venue for Christina Pecha and George Greenhalgh’s nuptials who had
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only a few friends and family join them for their magical day with a reception at Volare Italian Ristorante. Last, but certainly not least, is the wedding of our Publisher, Janice Carter Levitch and Steve Humphrey at their home in the gorgeous garden designed by Janice named Jardin de Janice, with a threefoot-tall cake modeled on the garden itself! All three weddings were truly spectacular and you can find all the photos and intimate details on the pages of this issue. We orchestrated two fashion editorials this month, because why not? The first took place at the idyllic 18th-century estate, Oxmoor Farm, in its gorgeous library that is home to more than 10,000 books! With the princess-inspired gowns from Bridal Suite of Louisville, it truly felt like a fairytale brought to life. The second editorial had a more modern aesthetic and took place
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at the Speed Art Museum. You’ll even see the non-traditional look of a fantastic jumpsuit from Glasscock Women’s Boutique that I couldn’t wait to show you. To complete our wedding content, we included two guest writers, Alex Narramore, The Mischief Maker, who designs stunning wedding cakes, adorned in handmade sugar flowers so realistic you’d swear they were real! Narramore even designed the three-foottall Jardin de Janice inspired cake. Event Stylist & Planner and Floral Designer, Giselle Smith, is back again and shared her insight for those recently engaged who are ready to start planning on who to invite, what to spend and when and where to get hitched. Also included is a listing of local wedding vendors, so for all you new fiancées who are ready to start planning, we’ve got you covered! The Kentucky Derby Museum is one such venue that makes for beautiful weddings and even includes a VIP tour of all of Churchill Downs! Looking ahead, we checked in with Actors Theatre that has two new virtual events to share with the community: “Romeo & Juliet: Louisville 2020” and “Convergence! An Actors Theatre of Louisville Celebration.” You’ll also find photos of some local events that took place this past holiday season, including the Waterfront Botanical Garden’s “Gardens Aglimmer,” the opening of Stoneware & Co.’s new store on Brent Street in Paristown and a private showing of the newly opened Glasscock Too. For those looking to give their home a refresh in the New Year, we included photos of a newly renovated pre-war condo that is sure to inspire you. Lastly, Milestone Fitness Instructor, Bekki Jo Pritchard, shares tools and advice for how we can be our best selves in 2021 and beyond. So cheers to the New Year and may it bless us all with health and happiness in the months ahead. Sincerely yours,
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he “self ” is a concept made of two components: personal identity and social identity, meaning how we see ourselves and how we interact with others. Face-to-face interaction is extremely important in developing the self. Alison Cardoza, Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer with Baptist Health/Milestone Wellness Center, says that face-to-face interaction is instrumental in developing our best self. The energy that is emitted through face-to-face interaction is electric. Endorphins are released and you are held accountable. The whirlwind we know as 2020 has tested, pushed and forever changed how we develop our sense of self, which in turn affects how we interact with others. During a tumultuous year filled with COVID-19, shut-downs, restrictions, sacrifice, change, non-existence and loss, our normal lives which included family gatherings, dinners out with friends, hot yoga four times a week, spring break in Destin with everyone from the neighborhood and Derby hats with mint juleps have come to a screeching halt. Self-development has been short-circuited! Or has it? Dr. Jan Anderson, a local psychologist who specializes in working with executives, professionals and their families said, ”There’s
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so much uncertainty, so we’re more anxious.” She goes on to point out that with isolation comes disconnection. However, at the same time, Dr. Jan said that overexposure to loved ones can push a person over the edge. Isolation, for most, has not really been an issue, but overexposure may have been. With this newfound awareness of both isolation and overexposure vulnerabilities, Dr. Jan is positive that it is motivating us to find more ways to handle it. In living through many ups and downs myself in 2020, I look to 2021 with great hope and optimism. I have always been one who welcomes change because it offers the opportunity for growth. We either adapt and flourish with change or whither and go to the wayside. For 2021, I am curious to know what people need or want to be their best selves. As a fitness professional of 30 years and a college professor of Sociology for 20 years, the development of the self has been an intriguing aspect of the socialization process. I went to social media to find out what people want or need to be their best selves in 2021 and, I have to admit, I was happy to learn that I was not alone. Cat Crawford, Owner of 502 Power Yoga, said, “Self-care takes practice, practice, practice! Start small with one thing, like
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journaling, meditating, gentle yoga moves or a morning walk and make it a habit. Practice every day, even if it is 5-10 minutes.” One tool Cat uses is an app called Insight Timer that is full of meditations, talks, music and courses all aimed at inspiring and encouraging mindfulness and self-care. For me, selfcare has been very important. Hot yoga has been my form of mental self-care for many years and the pandemic really put a damper on my ability to continue practicing. As Dr. Jan mentioned, she is positive that we are motivated to find more ways to handle our vulnerabilities and anxiety. In hopes to counteract my anxieties about not being able to practice in the studio, I turned my back sunroom into the perfect yoga studio with beautiful, colorful tapestries, comfy pillows, LED candles, soothing lights and, most of all, the ability to create a heated room. For many, compassion and positive talk towards others are not an issue. The problem is that we do not have compassion for the self and we are our own worst critics. Selfcriticism and negative self-talk specifically impact our own behaviors and attributes and this in turn negatively impacts our well-being. Self-compassion and positive talk are two great gifts that we can offer ourselves. According to PostivePsychology.com, there are five steps to develop self-compassion: 1. Practice forgiveness. 2. Employ a growth mindset. 3. Express gratitude. 4. Find the right level of generosity. 5. Be mindful. We must be aware that 2020 was a tough year for everyone. We must pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off and realize we are human. This past year, self-compassion has been a difficult aspect of life for me, just like many others. Ralph Waldo Emerson had the right idea when he said, “Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.” If we could just extend the same patience and grace to ourselves as mother nature does to the earth, what a beautiful self that could flourish as does the earth. A few simple ways to help find selfgrace and patience are: 1. Stop, take a break and breathe. Create a morning meditation ritual. Even if it is for just a few short minutes, those few moments of concentrated breathing can help bring clarity to an otherwise clouded mind. 2. Do not be afraid to tell yourself that you are proud of your accomplishments. Pat yourself on the back or give yourself
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a big kudo for the day. Positive self-talk is extremely important when developing a path to self-grace. 3. Do something for yourself. It can be as simple as a quiet lunch to yourself, a short walk around the neighborhood, that mani/ pedi you love or snuggling up with your favorite book for the night. Do anything that is something that is important to you and makes you feel good. 4. Start your day with a positive affirmation. Begin the day with a positive outlook, smile and kind words of encouragement for yourself. 5. Remember that you are human. Forgive yourself for past mistakes and move forward in a positive way. Michael Malherek, Reiki Master and Owner of Constitutional Wellness 11:11 in Las Vegas, NV, explains it best by saying, “Stop being an a**hole to yourself.” Kindness and acceptance are the easiest and quickest way to experience self-grace and patience. There is so much power in self-grace and patience. Just the intention holds a great deal of power and self-empowerment. Self-grace and self-patience hold a very self-healing frequency. While researching for this article, I found that many of us are struggling with some of the same issues, maybe in different ways. Luckily, many of the ways in which we can seek out and find our best selves are held right from within. The beauty is that seeking from within is both inexpensive and priceless at the same time. Whether it is the addition of a brisk morning walk or a mani/pedi with Helen at the Oasis Spa at Baptist Health/ Milestone Wellness Center, please remember that yes, this is all about you. You are building a better you in order to be the best for those who mean the most in your life. Make 2021 the year you seek out and find the best self you can be! V Bekki Jo Pritchard, BA and MLS at Baptist Health/Milestone Wellness Center is a Certified Pilates Instructor, Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, Barre Instructor, RYT 200 Yoga Instructor, Adjunct Professor of Sociology, College of Southern Nevada, Las Vegas, NV and Adjunct Professor of Sociology, Craftonhills College, Yucaipa, CA.
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This page: Lucian Matis jumpsuit, $1,295, available at Glasscock Women’s Boutique. Ted Baker heels, $88, available at Stella’s Resale Boutique. Silk edge veil; Swarovski crystal hairpiece, prices upon request, available at The Bridal Suite of Louisville. Loeffler Randall feather purse, $16; Pearl necklace, $10; Julie Voss pearl earrings, $38; David Yurman canary sapphire ring, $325; Rhinestone ring, $16, available at Sassy Fox Upscale Consignment. Right: On Flower Girl: Silk and tulle flower girl dress, price upon request, available at The Bridal Suite of Louisville. Shoes from the model’s personal collection. On Groom: Jack Victor suit, $845; Brooks Brothers shirt, $92; available at Von Maur. Red corduroy bow tie, $18.99, available at Evolve: The Men’s Resale Store. Shoes from the model’s personal collection. On Bride: John Paul Ataker dress, $687, available at Glasscock Women’s Boutique. Horsehair veil; Silk flower and Swarovski crystal hairpiece, prices upon request, available at The Bridal Suite of Louisville. Blue rhinestone necklace, $32; Blue rhinestone clip-on earrings, $10; Rhinestone ring, $16; David Yurman canary sapphire ring, $325, available at Sassy Fox Upscale Consignment.
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This page: On Flower Girl: Lace and tulle dress; Swarovski crystal and pearl headband, prices upon request, available at The Bridal Suite of Louisville. Shoes from the model’s personal collection. On Groom: Vintage tuxedo jacket and pants, price upon request, available at Evolve: The Men’s Resale Store. Ted Baker silk bow tie, $59.50; David Donahue shirt, $145, available at Von Maur. Shoes from the model’s personal collection. On Bride: Loretta lace wedding dress; Swarovski crystal drop earrings; Silk edge veil; Swarovski crystal hairpiece, prices upon request, available at The Bridal Suite of Louisville. Right: Cinq à Sept blouse, $38; Theia gown, $275; Rhinestone ring, $16, available at Sassy Fox Upscale Consignment. Gold pearl drop earrings; Swarovski crystal crown; Rhinestone and pearl veil, prices upon request, available at The Bridal Suite of Louisville. Mango kitten heels, $49, available at Belle Monde Boutique.
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This page: Silk and tulle mermaid dress; Twotier veil; Swarovski crystal bracelet, prices upon request, available at The Bridal Suite of Louisville. Vintage Caine-Sloane fur shawl, $168; Vintage fur hat, $32, available at Stella’s Resale Boutique. David Yurman canary sapphire ring, $325; Rhinestone ring, $16; Vintage rhinestone earrings, $10, available at Sassy Fox Upscale Consignment. Right: On Groom: Calvin Klein suit jacket and pants, $495; Brooks Brothers shirt, $92; Ted Baker silk bow tie, $59.50, available at Von Maur.
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jockeys. Additionally, our permanent exhibit on African Americans in Thoroughbred Racing educates guests on the important contributions African Americans have had on the sport of racing. Our D. Wayne Lukas exhibit is an impressive display of one of the greatest trainers of all time.” Here’s another Derby fact you might not know. The Kentucky Derby Museum is an entirely separate nonprofit organization from Churchill Downs. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, the Kentucky Derby Museum could not host its 34th annual Kentucky Derby Museum Gala, its primary fundraiser. They do anticipate continuing the tradition in 2021. You can help support the Kentucky Derby Museum by visiting and sharing your experience. “Come out and see us! Many people don’t realize what a gem they have right in their backyard. The Kentucky Derby Museum is the only way to take a tour of historic Churchill Downs Racetrack,” explained Armstrong. “Plus, there are hidden treasures inside the museum to discover. Everyone is spread out and extra safety measures are in place. Plus, our gift shop and online store at derbymuseumstore.com are the perfect way to support local and find a uniquely Kentucky gift.” Like everything else, the Kentucky Derby Museum has had to alter how they normally do business. They added extra safety precautions to the tour and exhibits in the museum to ensure they can stay open, as closing for the first three months of the pandemic was extremely difficult for them, explained Armstrong. “We have adapted tours, offer guests a touchscreen stylus to interact with exhibits instead of using their hands and offer curbside pickup for gift shop orders,” said Armstrong. The Kentucky Derby Museum is great for learning more about the Derby, but it’s also a great place to host events, especially weddings! Embrace Kentucky’s horse racing culture by hosting your rehearsal dinner, reception, ceremony or all three at the Kentucky Derby Museum. “Our venue spaces provide the perfect blend of modern amenities and Kentucky tradition. Indoor and covered outdoor spaces offer versatile layout options that can be tailored to fit your unique style,
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ake new renovations, but keep the old; one is silver, and the other is gold. When renovations began on this beautiful duplex condo back in March, the homeowner envisioned a timeless space with a delicate balance of modern and classic. Located in a prewar building, a previous owner broke through the wall of the tenth floor, constructing a duplex apartment connecting the tenth and eleventh floor. As it was, this penthouse abode’s interior was a bit outdated and unfitting to the building’s architecture, including an Art Deco style staircase. This provided the current homeowner with an opportunity to revive the interior by reflecting the style of the exterior.
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The homeowner remarked, “Buildings kind of talk to me whenever I look at them. This building feels like an apartment building that you’d find in Central Park because it’s a classical, pre-war building. I wanted to update the space with modern conveniences while respecting the period and the architecture that’s unique to the building. There’s always a balance between making a vintage building liveable with modern conveniences while still respecting the integrity of the exterior and interior architecture of the building.” The biggest changes the homeowner made were an update to the kitchen, three bathrooms and the staircase. “For the kitchen, I had custom cabinetry made that is white with marble countertops and backsplashes. I modernized the kitchen by breaking through the wall that separated the kitchen from the dining room. I did a very traditional black and white stone floor because a lot of those pre-war buildings naturally have the stone kitchen floors,” said the homeowner. Two of the bathrooms kept their original tile, with new vanities and
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countertops, but the master got a full makeover. The homeowner also reconfigured the staircase, putting in a new railing more appropriate to the building’s style. Situated high up in the corner of the building, the condo’s main living space presents a breathtaking, panoramic view of downtown Louisville, Cherokee Park, across the river to Floyd Knobs, IN and all the way to Ruth’s Chris Steak House on Hurstbourne. A sure way to impress guests, the homeowner noted that visitors have also commented on how peaceful the condo feels as a result of what the homeowner described as the neutral “envelope.” “All of the walls, trim, ceiling and cabinetry are in an off white color. For me, that’s the envelope. The artwork, decor and wallpaper are really what add the feeling you want the space to have. I decided to use more wallpaper that is somewhat colorful and has patterns. I typically do an incredibly neutral palette without color, but for some reason, it spoke to me that this was an appropriate space to add some decorative elements,” said the homeowner.
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With the beauty and soul of an old building comes challenges, too. For the homeowner, knocking down the kitchen wall made of solid masonry proved to be the major feat. Nevertheless, opening up the space proved worthwhile, with a new sense of peace and hints of the original architecture in the archways and plaster molding. What’s left is a timeless space with hidden touches of modern life that any admirer of original architecture would appreciate. The homeowner reflected, “I tried to be very mindful of the envelope of the space, so that anything I put in it, somebody wouldn’t say, that person did that in 2020. I think in 30 years, it will look as good and appropriate as it does now. That’s what good design that respects a building’s architecture does. It never feels dated; it always feels relevant.” V
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To Be, Or Not To Be? Actors Theatre takes a modern approach to a new era of the arts By ELIZABETH SCINTA Photos provided by ACTORS THEATRE
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ust because theater as we know it isn’t currently taking place doesn’t mean the theaters have stopped creating and working; it’s actually quite the opposite. Actors Theatre has been hard at work adapting and coming up with new ways to keep their actors and team creating, not only for their benefit, but to give Louisvillians something to enjoy and support locally. They created two new ways for people to enjoy and support the arts from the comfort of their homes this upcoming year with “Romeo & Juliet: Louisville 2020” and “Convergence! An Actors Theatre of Louisville Celebration.” We had a chance to speak with Actors Theatre to learn more about both of these exciting new endeavors.
Romeo & Juliet: Louisville 2020 Director Robert Barry Fleming is putting a twist on the classic Shakespearean play, “Romeo and Juliet,” by setting it in the year 2020 in our very own city. I had the pleasure of interviewing the actors playing Romeo and Juliet, Justin Jackson and Avery Deutsch, to learn more about them and the process of creating the play. Romeo & Juliet: Louisville 2020 uses the traditional Romeo and Juliet script, edited in a few places as most productions do, but it’s set in a different year and different city than the normal production, according to Deutsch. “It’s set in Louisville in summer 2020 during the Black Lives Matter uprising. Juliet’s family, the Capulets, within the world of the story is of an oldmoney, pretty conservative White family and Romeo’s family is Black and that’s the backdrop of them finding each other. They aren’t just dealing with the challenges of loving each other but also the profound injustice of the culture they’re living in,”
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explained Deutsch. Many shows, movies, etc., are taking on the setting of 2020 and implementing masks into the shows as they think it’s essential to maintain the details of what’s happening in real life. I’ve heard from some people that they aren’t fans of this because they think that shows and movies are supposed to be an escape from reality. While Deutsch and Jackson both understood this thinking, they thought what happened in 2020, especially in Louisville, is too important to skip over. “I totally understand that impulse to want to escape reality and I feel that way sometimes too. But I think for something like “Romeo and Juliet,” a play that has existed for hundreds of years, putting it in a new context is a really rich way to understand the play more deeply and what we’re living through more deeply. I imagine it’s a big reason why Robert was drawn to setting it at this moment in time so we could reintroduce it,” said Deutsch. For Jackson, what Fleming did makes sense to him because it seemed like what Shakespeare himself would do. “Shakespeare, from what I’ve heard and studied, would incorporate modern music from the time into the plays he wrote. I think that’s just another reflection of what Robert is doing here which is reflecting modernity and using that as a vehicle for a wider understanding and digestion for the show,” said Jackson. Another novel and unique aspect of the play is that it was filmed remotely by each actor. Jackson explained, “I have a lot of friends and family who are still asking me how it works. The way I explain it is, they send us all of the film items you would need, they tell us to download a special film app on our phones and then you film yourself.” Jackson continued, “Let’s say we’re doing the balcony scene. Avery and I would both be on a Zoom call JANUARY 2021
and then we would both individually share our phone recording screens to the Zoom call so that Robert can check our shots live. From there, he would adjust shots and adjust where we’re standing so we look like we’re talking to each other. I stare at my sticker on my wall and Avery stares at her sticker on her wall and then we would do the scene several times at different angles until we got it right.” The tickets for “Romeo and Juliet: Louisville 2020” are available for purchase now, starting at $15, with the option to donate more if you’d like to provide additional support. When purchasing tickets, Actors Theatre would like you to consider the actors and team that made this magical production come to life and the expansive audience it will reach. “These are virtual tickets and you’ll get a streaming link that you’ll get to start watching at any time,” explained Elizabeth Greenfield, the Director of Communications and Patron Experience at Actors Theatre. “There’s an expiration on it, almost like an Amazon Prime rental. So once you start it, the link will expire after you watch it once. The links will be available in early spring so you can buy them anytime in the streaming window on into the spring.” All of the proceeds from the tickets go towards supporting the actors and team involved in creating the play. “Romeo and Juliet: Louisville 2020” is a part of the Bingham Shakespeare Series, which is a part of the endowment given to Actors Theatre from the Bingham family, according to Greenfield. To purchase tickets or learn more about the other actors involved, visit actorstheatre.org/shows/2020-2021/ romeo-juliet-louisville-2020/.
Devin E. Haqq as Reverend Lawrence (above) and Isiah Fish as Benvolio (below) in Romeo and Juliet: Louisville 2020, created by Actors Theatre of Louisville.
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Justin Jackson as Romeo in Romeo and Juliet: Louisville 2020, created by Actors Theatre of Louisville.
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Convergence! An Actors Theatre of Louisville Celebration
Jessica Wortham as Nurse (above), still (below) from Romeo and Juliet: Louisville 2020, created by Actors Theatre of Louisville.
The second production, “Convergence! An Actors Theatre of Louisville Celebration,” will be streaming on February 27 as a replacement for their usual annual Lobster Feast fundraiser. As the year comes to a close, Robert Barry Fleming and the Actors Theatre team thought it was crucial to showcase the work they’ve produced this year and to fundraise in a different way than they have before. “The two public crises of COVID-19 and then our reckoning with systemic racism gave us the opportunity to offer stories on a virtual platform as the primary way of doing business. It has felt like real-time to see the cumulative work we’ve done on a digital platform and how that has been formed in the conversation with systemic racism, the matrix of oppression, domination and how to make a greater Louisville,” Fleming explained. “This is one of the key things of ‘where have we been, where are we and where are we going.’ That convergence of using digital technology as a social enterprise that is both rooted in arts and culture, but also civic conversation, felt like a way to really celebrate the amazing ways we pivoted and have been nimble and agile over the last nine months.” The night will consist of showcasing the art and productions of Actors Theatre’s artists as well as what they’re calling people’s “Impact Stories.” These “Impact Stories” will focus on how this year and the social conversations we’ve all been having have impacted that person, according to Patrick Owen, the Chief External Relations Officer at Actors Theatre. “The big focus is really being in conversation with people in the room and sharing the work we’ve been doing and helping them better understand who we are and where we’re going,” explained Owen. There will also be some moments of fundraising and lots of surprises
Jennifer Mudge and Chris Henry Coffey as the Capulets in Romeo and Juliet: Louisville 2020, created by Actors Theatre of Louisville.
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Christina Acosta Robinson and Ken Robinson as the Montagues in Romeo and Juliet: Louisville 2020, created by Actors Theatre of Louisville.
according to Owen. “I think what is lovely about this too is that, even though Actors’ tradition has been plays of theatre only, we’re now bringing in all this other interdisciplinary art to come together into one wonderful event where people can actually interact with the event,” explained Natalia Bishop, Co-Chair of the event. “What you can expect is going to be a wonderful experience throughout the night that is going to allow you to really be immersed and actually interact. Participants will be in the community experiencing art together in a very unique way that I think our audiences are really going to enjoy.” There will be spoken word, music-centered pieces, animated work and traditional theater pieces, including snippets of “Romeo and Juliet: Louisville 2020,” for all to enjoy, according to Fleming. With Actors Theatre’s mission statement being to “unlock human potential, build community and enrich the quality of life by engaging people in theater that reflects the wonder and complexity of our time,” Jennifer Mackin, Co-Chair of the event, believes that “Convergence!” will encompass all three pillars of the mission. “I think the timing of this event is interesting because we’re all looking forward to saying good riddance to 2020 and are thinking toward the celebration in 2021 after getting past a lot of the challenges of the past year. And I’m not just talking about our health challenges, but also societal challenges. I think that’s one of the things I’m the proudest of Actors Theatre for, for really trying to heal and connect the community and tackle some of these challenges through art so we can celebrate in February this future that we have together,” explained Mackin. Accompanying the event will be an auction that will take place two weeks prior to “Convergence!” and will close on the night of the event. “What’s going to be unique is thinking about where we are in our social isolation and making sure that whatever we have within the auction reflects the time we’re living in. We want things that would be appealing now, so we are looking at what we have done in the past that people have enjoyed and also some new things that would draw people in. We don’t have it all
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completed yet, so we’re looking for anyone in the community that can help,” explained Mackin. More details on the auction will be released in the coming weeks, so make sure to pay close attention to Actors Theatre’s website for more information at actorstheatre.org. Tickets will not be available to purchase in advance as Actors Theatre wants as many people as possible to attend the virtual event without the burden of ticket prices. “Because it’s going to be virtual, like all of the work we’re doing, our reach can be so much greater and vaster in all kinds of ways including geographically. We’re finding that, for the work that we’re doing, we’re getting national and international participation. People are tuning in to what we’re doing from around the world and we’re excited! We want to democratize the arts,” said Owen. Stay tuned for more information about the preceding auction as well as the exact time of “Convergence! An Actors Theatre of Louisville Celebration.” Mark your calendars for February 27 for a beautiful evening filled with art, learning and the celebration of moving on from 2020 stronger and better than we came into it. V Convergence! An Actors Theatre of Louisville Celebration February 27, 2020 Actorstheatre.org Actors Theatre of Louisville 316 West Main St. Louisville, KY 40202 actorstheatre.org 502.584.1205
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teve and Janice met by chance in the Spring of 2018 when Steve hosted an event at his home benefiting the Waterfront Botanical Gardens. At the time, Janice was writing her column “Out and About” for The Voice and was always on the lookout for interesting things to include. This event caught her attention because the guest of honor was the former Georgia football coach, Vince Dooley, who became an avid gardener after his retirement. Steve noticed Janice that day and asked his friends, “Who is that beautiful woman?” That summer, Janice asked if The Voice could do a feature on his house and grounds, to which, of course, he agreed. After the photoshoot, Steve gifted her with some of his homegrown honey, and as a thank you, she invited him to dinner. They met again in the fall at the Breeders Cup held at Churchill Downs, where Steve returned the dinner invitation. She accepted, and the romance began. Steve teaches Philosophy of Physics at the University of California, Santa Barbara and was scheduled to teach the spring quarter, which meant he would be apart from Janice for the first three months of 2019. Despite the distance, Janice traveled back and forth to Santa Barbara until the quarter was completed in March. While there, they managed to sneak in a trip to Napa Valley, staying at the very romantic Poetry Inn. Once they were back in Louisville, Steve asked Janice to design a garden at their home, Lincliffe, the home Steve has lived in for approximately 20 years and named the project “Janice’s Garden.” She wanted it to reflect her office in Lincliffe, which has a French latticework décor known as treillage. The office looks out onto this garden area, and to connect the two spaces, a quatrefoil was designed to anchor the center of the stone walkways. They wanted to surround the quatrefoil with 70
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tile to mimic the treillage décor in her office, so they commissioned local artist Stephen Paulovich to hand paint the design in shades of green to complement the green in her office. The finishing touch is the Matignon Corbeille urn from Accents of France, placed in the middle of the quatrefoil. Steve surprised Janice and proposed one evening after a lovely dinner for two. Of course, she said yes, and the adventure of wedding planning began. They decided to set the date for November 25, 2020, so the family in town for Thanksgiving could attend. Janice then heard about a gal in Lexington, Alex Narramore, known for creating fantastical cakes, wedding cakes in particular. Inspired by the façade of Janice’s office, Narramore designed a cake for the wedding reminiscent of the Le Pavillon Frais at Château de Versailles in France. The cake required a custom made pedestal approximately three feet tall and combined with the cake, the total height was over six feet and covered in treillage sculpted icing. The wedding was conducted in the only place that seemed appropriate, “Jardin de Janice.” The same garden that Janice and Steve created together became the garden they said their vows in together, a treasured moment shared with the couple’s closest friends and family. V
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Shades of Observation The Mischief Maker shares her secrets for creating sugar flower cake masterpieces By ALEX NARRAMORE
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or a painting project in art school, I remember being utterly transfixed by the innumerable shades found in a blueberry. My teacher, while intrigued, was puzzled. She said it was odd because no one usually cares or thinks about a blueberry. I said, “Just look at all the shades in a blueberry. There are purples, blues, reds, even some turquoise or mint. Infinite!” Maybe I should have known then that I would want to record and recreate such things forever in some form or another. Luckily, I’ve found the perfect medium by painting and sculpting botanicals in sugar. I’m very inspired by the natural form of a branch or flower, much the same as florists I know. They let the natural form of the plant influence their eventual arrangement, altering them as little as possible. I do this too with my sugar flowers. I like a degree of wildness in my cake designs. I believe in chopping or controlling the natural habits of a flower as little as possible. This translates to gardening, too. Why everyone is obsessed with dwarf and miniature plant varieties is beyond me. I’m sure they are well behaved, don’t spread, their height is manageable and they’re quite predictable. But often, the extra height and wildness make the magic and interest. Sometimes, it’s good to let things be what they are, a little unruly, messy and mischievous, to maintain a beautiful order within the disorder. This adds interest and vitality to life. There is so much variety in flowers and the natural world, so it’s no surprise that flowers and plants are my preferred subject matter for my cake designs. I put in a garden two seasons ago and it has helped immensely in giving me flowers to study. Even if the flowers die before I get to them, I take images and observe the more unique parts of them, details that can’t be easily found on Google. Going
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off images and botanical measurements alone, often never seeing these flowers in person, was a challenge as each individual flower part and petal is made and combined to make one sugar flower. Sometimes, I’ll sculpt a sugar flower and then want the real version to grow in the garden. Other times, I will grow something in the garden that simply begs to be made in sugar. The garden and cakes seem to co-exist in this way and I have a garden at each place I work. My Mother and I create the sugar flowers, while my Dad and husband help with everything from cake deliveries, reaching a sugar flower to heights much too tall for me or coloring foliage. Otherwise, I have no staff and currently no interns. I started The Mischief Maker officially in 2013, but I have been making cakes since at least 2008. We make our sugar flowers at my Mamaw’s in Eastern Kentucky, where I am from. There is a garden there, too. Mamaw’s is often total chaos, but most importantly, it is a place to think, take a walk and process life. Truthfully, I love to have fun and make a touch of mischief both in work and play. I would probably have to go on a mountain to get away and focus. Otherwise, I bake and design the cakes at my home in downtown
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Lexington. There I am always looking out the windows at the garden, thinking about what is working and what isn’t, paining myself over structure that is not properly there while simultaneously putting in more bulbs for next Spring, or deciding what interesting dahlias I will grow in the fall. I consistently re-examine past cake designs in the same way I do the garden, except there is no “try again next year” with my cake designs. Before I started gardening, I only had a basic understanding of the seasons. It was based on the floristry industry and what you order for an event at any given time of the year. However, those flowers are flown in from all over the world, making many impossibilities a possibility, as each country the flowers are arriving from have different growing seasons. The cakes are much like still life paintings, where you can mix together anything you’d like. There is no seasonality. However, an understanding of seasonality is good to know so you can choose to disregard if you’d like and keep the accuracy if not. Observation in all things is so important. I had another teacher in college ask us to name a visual memory that we had recently. I sat there blankly without an answer as everyone else recalled something that happened with the traffic lights or the light in the sky the previous afternoon. I realized then that I wasn’t paying attention to the small things. I was, at best, looking outward at the world at mid-level, eye level, rarely stopping. Do you really ever look at the ground, or the colors in a leaf, or the tops of the tree lines? Are you paying attention to what is in front of you, or is your total visual experience the quick blur as you get in and out of the car? There is so much to see. I sculpt, paint and copy botanically accurate specimens from life and reference images in sugar. Sometimes, I deviate and reference paintings. I rely on my memory of how flowers move in the garden, how they feel in your hand. We sculpt and paint both by measurements and by eye. I think that’s what sets apart our wedding cakes and sugar flowers, observation.
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A plant or flower simply has to strike us before we collage it into a design then replicate it. While I choose to sculpt and match colors in sugar, it doesn’t mean that I couldn’t do so in another more permanent medium. I get messages about what brand of edible colors to use or what colors to mix to achieve a certain shade. There is no simple answer. I can grab numerous edible pigments from dozens of brands and still get the same result. I work on paper towels as a “palette” to mix all of my edible colors before I start to paint a sugar flower. I get messages about people wanting them or saying we should save them. I’m unsure about saving paper towels myself, but they do slightly resemble colorful little abstracts. The sugar flowers are not fantasy. If we choose to go in a direction of fantasy and paint a flower like a painting, it is a conscious choice that still shows an underlying knowledge of the structure or type of flower that is being sculpted or painted. When I went to school for art, I thought that the elements of art and design would translate easily into cake and sugar work. There are sometimes more variables in making the cakes than in most mediums. You have the added factor of weather, humidity and rain because the flowers absorb moisture in the air like a sponge. The base cake structure must be delicious and will be eaten. This makes me the happiest of all. I love it best when the cakes are tasted and enjoyed. The best part of this job is absolutely seeing something materialize, piece by piece, from your imagination while working. You essentially create a concept and work bit by bit combining colors, shapes and flowers to make this previously nonexistent idea, this daydream, a reality. Sometimes I stare at plain white sugar paste and cake pans, and it seems almost unbelievable that anything is made from them. Yet, how interesting it is that these elements can be combined infinitely to make anything you can imagine. Each wedding cake I design is custom for the client and then retired, making each one special. Some 82
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advice I’d have for couples is to start with practical matters like guest count, budget and the overall mood for the event, and afterward, start observing, seeing and training your eyes. This can be done by looking, possibly at images of flower arrangements, a specific season, colors in a painting, architectural images or anything you desire that interests you. I go over images I receive from clients and pull my own images to send back to see what we are all collectively connecting with until we get to a place where I can pitch an idea. Observing, training your eyes and teaching yourself to pay attention is a good practice, not just for the cake, but also for the wedding and mood of the event as a whole, and possibly even for life in general. This year has been difficult for weddings as there have been many restrictions and date changes due to COVID-19, but in times of strife, it is fantasy that keeps us going. Dreaming keeps us going. Should you downsize your cake to the look and scale of a cake that feeds 50, 30 or under 10? I say absolutely not if you don’t want to. No matter the number of guests you have, you are making a centerpiece for the event. You are giving them a second to gasp and dream, to focus on and observe the details, to relish in and savor the taste of the cake and to look at the shades in those sugar blueberries. V
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hanks to social media, Christina Pecha and George Greenhalgh “met” via direct messaging on Instagram in November 2016. Six months later, after George swept Christina off her feet in a much less modern fashion, they fell in love and were married four years later in an unexpectedly quaint ceremony at the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church. We recently spoke with Christina to get the inside scoop on their magical, not so big fat Greek wedding.
When and how did you two meet? We met how all the great couples of our generation meet: on the internet. We started following each other on Instagram around Thanksgiving 2016 even though we didn’t know each other at the time. I thought George was super cute but noticed he had a girlfriend at the time. Six months later, he came into town from Lexington for the Derby and posted a picture of 88
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himself on Instagram. I was unwinding after the long weekend and got on Instagram for the first time in a while. Sure enough, at the top of my feed, was the picture he posted two days before. Thanks, Instagram algorithm. Unknowingly, I liked it. George was also having a relaxing evening in Lexington and noticed that I liked his picture. He had recently earned quite a few awards at work and was feeling courageous. He thought I was creeping on his profile since I liked his picture and thought he would take a chance and message me. He said, “Hey, I’ve never really done this before, but would you let me take you out to dinner?” At the exact moment he sent the message, I was clicking the top left of my phone to go back to another app and immediately opened his direct message or “dm.” Of course, his message was a bit more thought out than the typical dm and I remembered thinking he JANUARY 2021
was cute, so I happily agreed. It was the summer before I started dental school, so I was living at home with my parents. I remember it was the first date where I planned my outfit days in advance and he picked me up from my parents’ house to meet me for the first time. He nervously rang the doorbell, my Mom answered, and they chatted as I finished getting ready. She had no idea we had never met! In the era of modern dating, this was not something girls typically did, having the guy meet the parents first and pick me up from my parent’s house. But, I had a strong feeling something about George was different, and as it turns out, I was right. He swept me off my feet during dinner at Morton’s Steakhouse and the rest is history.
When and how did you get engaged? We were engaged on December 14, 2019, at Rockefeller Plaza in New York City. George had been planning the engagement for months and had a big plan for how he wanted to propose. The only thing I told him was that I wanted it to be a surprise. He began planning with my Dad, and without me knowing, they planned a large reunion and dinner in New York City with close family and friends. My Dad normally went to NYC
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around Christmas every year for a work meeting and my Mom occasionally went with him. Last year, they asked me to go with them and, at the time, I didn’t think anything of it. My Mom and I flew separately from my Dad after my finals and little did I know, George also flew to NYC even though he convinced me he was in Los Angeles for work and to visit a friend. Over the next few days, without me knowing, George and his friend went to dinner with my Dad, Aunt and Uncle. George knew that it was going to be tough to pull off a surprise proposal, so he needed everything planned out. In the days leading up to the proposal, he went to Rockefeller Center two to three times to look at daylight versus night time for pictures, as well as the best angles and how crowded it would be. He planned for it to take place at 5:05 p.m. so that we could have both daylight and night time photos. Around 2 p.m. the day of, the original chosen photographer got the flu, so George had to frantically find a replacement and luckily, he did. Right before George proposed, he met his brother and best friend at their hotel to reminisce and go over final plans. Around 4:30 p.m., George left to walk eight blocks to prepare and meet the photographer. However, about two blocks in, it started to rain and he did not have an umbrella.
He took shelter in a nearby hotel and asked a nearby couple, “I am on my way to propose to the love of my life and I don’t have an umbrella, can I have yours?” The couple happily gave him theirs, but this delayed his arrival. George arrived near Rockefeller Square behind schedule, but thankfully, I was also running behind. George and his entire party consisting of five people were hiding behind a column waiting for my Dad to put me in the right place to “take a picture of me.” George then walked out into the crowded square and, to my surprise, got down on one knee in front of my family and the large crowd around us who were cheering and clapping. It was a magical moment.
Who assisted with planning the big day? The short answer is, my Mom. The long answer is, nothing about planning this wedding was easy. For months, there was so much confusion about what we were doing. We knew we wanted to get married this year before COVID-19 even happened, but some other family members wanted us to wait until next year to have more time to plan and after I graduated. When the pandemic hit, we knew there would still be so much uncertainty and we did not know how long the restrictions
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would last. We did know that this could be the perfect opportunity for us to have the best of both worlds, a small, intimate wedding this year and then a larger celebration next year! Also, George bought a home earlier this year and we got a puppy, Stella, so I just wanted to move in with them and start our life instead of waiting and not knowing when we would be able to get married. We decided on a small church ceremony in November over Thanksgiving weekend with a small dinner reception after. Originally, I was not planning on doing many decorations and did not really start planning until about a month before. I was so busy with dental school and was just excited to get married. Since I knew it would just be family and a few close friends, I was not too worried about the details. My Mom was the one who convinced me that I would end up wanting these little details, and I am so glad she did, as they truly made the special day even more magical. She took care of most of the planning and organizing of vendors. There were so many little details that I did not think about or know we even needed that my Mom thought of, like a basket to hold the flower petals for people to throw as we processed out of the church. Despite having all of our vendors selected and it being a small wedding, my Mom was worried about how she would be able to orchestrate everything the day of the wedding. Thankfully, she decided to call Maggie from Weekend Wedding Warrior about two weeks before our big day. Maggie is usually out of town Thanksgiving weekend, but due to COVID-19, she was available. Also, as a side note, we were still unsure of who we were inviting up until about a week before. Once Governor Beshear made the order a week before our wedding on restaurant restrictions, we thought we were doomed. However, since we had about 22 people invited, we just made the cut for the 25 person limit for wedding receptions.
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What moment from the wedding stands out most in your mind when you look back on it? All of it. We were able to enjoy every single part of it because it was so small and intimate. We could focus on the sacrament of our marriage taking place in the church and the start of our life together as husband and wife. I may be biased, but I truly thought it was the most beautiful wedding I have ever attended. There was so much love and warmth in the air. I was so at peace the whole day, and honestly, did not expect to feel that way whenever I thought about getting married growing up. I loved how it felt like we were living in another era, from the vintage 1960 Rolls Royce to the speakeasy feel of the back room of an otherwise empty Volare covered in lush flowers, to being surrounded by only my closest friends and immediate family. I felt like the whole day was a dream. It was cinematic.
What advice would you give to couples who are in the middle of planning their wedding? Who says you need a big wedding to make a big statement? Make your own rules. Do what you want. It can be easy to get caught up in what everyone else wants for your wedding or what you think you are supposed to have. I truly always thought my wedding would be a big fat Greek wedding with a band, a late-night food truck, fireworks, no less than 300 guests and take place in the summer. At times, I was a little upset that this was not in the cards for me. I kept thinking about other people I knew who were still planning their larger summer weddings and thought I was missing out and not getting what I wanted. But I kept reminding myself of why I was getting married and I am so glad that I did. We are so fortunate to still be planning a larger celebration in Cabo next year, but if for some reason it gets canceled due to COVID-19, we will be at peace knowing the best day of our lives already happened on November 28, 2020. V
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The New Normal for Wedding Planning How to plan for your special day in the age of a pandemic By GISELLE SMITH Photos by LAURA BODNAR PHOTOGRAPHY
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Who to Invite With safety and government mandates in mind, keeping your guest count small is the easiest route. What’s not easy? Deciding who to invite. Typically a rule of thumb is not to invite anyone you haven’t shared a meal with within the year, but that may even be too many at this point. Immediate family and the bridal party, plus their dates, are a given. Not all aunts, uncles, cousins, college buddies and coworkers must be considered. For years, we’ve suggested couples invite fewer guests when their wedding dreams outweigh their budget. One of the only 94
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positive impacts of the pandemic is that we are seeing smaller guest counts resulting in wedding days devised of pure magic. While you may be limited to fifty, a hundred or even twenty-five guests, look at this as an opportunity to elevate your own experience and that of those in attendance. Maybe this means a nicer meal, a higher-end photographer you thought you could never afford or the floral installation of your dreams that seemingly fell out of the pages of a magazine.
What to Spend Setting a budget is always a touchy subject. First, you’ll need to determine how much you can set aside in the desired time frame yourselves and then touch base with both sets of parents to see what they’re able and/or willing to contribute. It is best to be direct and ask for a set dollar amount. After you know how much you can spend, you can determine how much
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to spend on each element of your day. We like to divide the elements up into percentages and calculate from there. We assign a percentage to each element based on average weddings and multiply that by your overall budget. Percentages will vary for each couple based on their priorities, but here is an example: Ceremony & Reception Venues 17% Photography 18% Planning / Coordination 8% Wedding Flowers 10% Catering 12% Cake 2% Alcohol 6% Rentals & Decor 7% Bridal Gown 5% Groom’s Attire 2% Officiant 2% Entertainment 5% Stationery 2% Wedding Day Hair & Makeup 4% This percentage scale does not include JANUARY 2021
additional events such as a rehearsal dinner, a welcome dinner, a bridal brunch, showers, etc., and fun things like lounge areas or photo booths are nice, but they are not must-haves and are not included in this basic budget outline. The same goes for tips, gifts and favors, as what you spend can vary greatly. Be sure to sit down with your fiancé and family to set limits everyone is comfortable with. Gourmet appetizers, petite desserts, fabulous paper products and signage, china/flatware/glassware to make your tables pop, dramatic lighting and to-die-for floral installations are all items your guests are sure to notice. Trusting the talents of your vendors will pay off and make what your budget buys look like a million bucks.
When & Where to Get Married Setting a date just got a lot more interesting. Previously, couples weighed wedding season vs. off-season, Saturday vs. Friday or Sunday dates and venue availability. Wedding season in Kentucky runs April through October and off-season months are those with colder temps. Choosing a warmer, less rainy season makes more sense now than ever as outdoor, alfresco events have been deemed most safe and most flexible for capacity. Saturday is still the most desirable day to get married, but with so many weddings rescheduled to 2021, even Fridays and Sundays are
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filled at prime venues. Couples are faced with forgoing the venue of their dreams, booking into 2022 or choosing a weekday to say “I do.” Don’t rule out a Thursday evening event in the summer. Everyone loves a long weekend, and with smaller guest lists made up of your closest friends and family, asking attendees to take off Thursday and Friday is not a deal-breaker. Once you’ve selected a date or season and set a budget, you can start looking at wedding venues. Kentucky is full to the brim with enchanting venues from historic homes and bourbon distilleries to luxe rustic horse farms and romantic hotel ballrooms. Restaurants and museums also double as event venues. This is one of the areas that hiring an experienced wedding planner can be a make or break. A wedding planner worth their salt will have the time to research and ample knowledge about venues that you don’t. Mandates and restrictions are ever-evolving in the new normal, so you want a planner with great relationships with venues and who will shoot you straight on the level of flexibility to expect if your date must shift. Style and capacity are ever-important, but thinking of percentage-based attendance restrictions is new. Outdoor spaces offer more room assuming you can always increase tent size and the bigger the better as far as indoor spaces go. Although, venue capacity doesn’t matter with capped headcounts such as the 25-attendee limit
instituted for weddings in late November. Reading your contracts thoroughly is a must to know what to expect if restrictions are in place at the time of your wedding. None of us know what 2021 and beyond in the world of wedding planning holds due to the pandemic; however, I hope you’ve found my insight of tips and tricks helpful for planning your special day. Just remember, if you stick to what is most important to you and your fiance, no matter what you choose will create the perfect and magical day you will always remember. V
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BEAUTY DRYBAR 4904 Shelbyville Rd. Louisville, KY 40207 thedrybar.com 502.871.3524 NOVA SALON 2346 Frankfort Ave. Louisville, KY 40206 novasalon.com 502.895.195
GIFT REGISTRIES DOLFINGER’S 3937 Chenoweth Square Louisville, KY 40207 dolfingers.com 502.895.3226 STONEWARE & CO. 731 Brent St. Louisville, KY 40204 stonewareandco.com 502.582.1900
INVITATIONS CARTWHEELS PAPERS & GIFTS 3919 Chenoweth Square Louisville, KY 40207 502.895.1800
JEWELERS BRIDAL & FORMAL ATTIRE AESTHETICS IN THE BRIDAL SUITE OF LOUISVILLE 9948 Linn Station Rd Louisville, KY 40223 thebridalsuiteoflouisville. com 502.244.2909 GLASSCOCK TOO 155 Chenoweth Ln. Louisville, KY 40207 shopglasscockboutique. com 502.709.5929
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VENUES CALVIN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 2501 Rudy Lane Louisville, KY 40207 calvinpreschurch.org 502.896.0303
MELLWOOD ARTS CENTER 1860 Mellwood Ave. Louisville, KY 40206 mellwoodartcenter.com 502.895.3650
CHURCHILL DOWNS 700 Central Ave. Louisville, KY 40208 churchilldowns.com 502.636.3896
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FRAZIER HISTORY MUSEUM 829 W. Main St. Louisville, KY 40202 fraziermuseum.org/ events 502.753.5663
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PENDENNIS CLUB 218 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd. Louisville, KY 40202 pendennisclub.org 502.584.4311 YEW DELL BOTANICAL GARDENS 6220 Old LaGrange Road Crestwood, KY 40014 yewdellgardens.org 502.241.4788
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Melissa Burnett, Stacy Embry, Melissa Russell and Winny Russell.
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n December, for six nights only, the Waterfront Botanical Gardens hosted “Gardens Aglimmer� that featured a sparkling winter wonderland with swans, snowflakes, oversized flowers and icicle arches over the new Beargrass Creek Pathway.
Judy Morrison and Paul Dunlap.
Rose May Keller and Phyllis Keller.
Rob Steiner, Cheme Steiner and Tensang Ihamo.
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ust in time for the holidays, Stoneware & Co. unveiled their new showroom and mercantile space in one of Paristown’s historic restorations. They offer hand-crafted stoneware, Kentucky folk art, Kentucky Proud food products and new additions created by nationally recognized Jon Carloftis Fine Gardens who joined them every Friday in December in the new Stoneware Garden Room for meet and greets, as well as demonstrations on making eye-catching holiday arrangements.
Jon Carloftis and Lauren Sharp Anderson.
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Lauren Sharp Anderson, Steve Smith, and David McGuire.
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o celebrate the opening of Glasscock Too and the holiday season, Glasscock owner Mary F. Glasscock and her new associate, Jeff Hunter, hosted a small group of friends for a private shopping event on December 10. Liz Bingham and Madison Ewing.
Jeff Hunter, Mary F. Glasscock and Lauren Anderson.
Jenna Roberts, Dr. Sarah Callahan Marshall, Lauren Anderson and Dr. Lisa Daniel.
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Liz Bingham, Jeff Hunter, Mary F. Glasscock and Lauren Anderson.
Emily Saylor and Lindsey Stemle.
Lucie Stansbury, Katherine Kunau, Jeannie Dentinger and Elizabeth Jenkins.
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Evan Dale Carter Sr. 1961 – 2020
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van Dale Carter Sr. was born on May 11, 1961, in Jefferson County, Kentucky. He was the son of the late Franklin D. Carter and is survived by his mother Kathy Carter Siebe. He was the father of Evan Dale Carter Jr. (Crystal), Kevin Scott Carter, Justin Tyler Carter and Jacob Horvitz. He was the brother of Shirley Harrington (David), Michael Carter (May), Janice Carter Levitch Humphrey (Steven) and Earl Franklin Carter (Miriam). He was a grandfather to Katie A. Carter, Evan D. Carter III, Ethan S. Carter, Eli Taylor Carter II, Jesse J. Carter, Bentley C. Carter, Karmyne Rayne Traxler and Jayden Jose Carter. Evan was also an uncle to many nieces and nephews who loved and adored him. Evan passed away in the comfort of his home on November 20, 2020, with the loving presence of his Mother by his side. Evan was a retired Machinist and spent most of his career working with his brothers at the Carter family business A.C. Tool & Machine Company in Louisville, Kentucky, that his Father founded and bequeathed to his children at the time of his passing. Evan was a cool and unusual soul and will be remembered by many that were touched by his unique persona. Especially his other family, his family of motorcyclists: known as his biker buddies. This family rides on two wheels and shares a common love of the highways, by-ways, pit stops and sunsets. Riding with them was one of his greatest pleasures. Evan will be deeply missed by family members and friends that will cherish his memory and giving spirit.
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Lewis “Sonny” Bass 1921 - 2020
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ouisville native Lewis “Sonny” Bass passed away December 11, 2020, from COVID-19 at the age of 99 years old at Baptist Health Hospital. Sonny was a Louisville original and community treasure. He was an entrepreneur, philanthropist, community leader, University of Louisville supporter, Kentucky Colonel, amateur magician, competitive athlete, softball coach for over 30 years at the Jewish Community Center, mentor and friend to many and was always ready to lend his opinion on making you a better person. Most importantly, he was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He loved to travel the world with Gladys, his wife and best friend of 74 years, and family and enjoyed every minute of it. His family was the most important part of his life. Born on June 5, 1921, Sonny lived in the West End at 10th and Walnut Street and loved helping his parents run the Joe Bass Men’s Clothing Store. He was proud of his upbringing and the friends he made there before moving to the Highlands. Sonny graduated from Male High School in 1938 then spent one year at Western Military Academy in Alton, IL, where he played football and basketball. He was an alumnus of Miami University of Oxford, Ohio, and the University of Louisville where he was a three-year football letterman (‘40,‘41,‘42) and a two-year letterman in basketball (‘40-‘41). Sonny served in the Air Force for three years during World War II, seeing overseas duty at the Air Transport Command in Kunming, China. In the summer of 1946, Sonny was with friends in Cincinnati and saw an old friend, Herschel Lowenthal, with a very pretty young lady, his sister, Gladys. Long story short, they were married shortly thereafter and they just celebrated their 74th anniversary on October 20, 2020. When he returned to Louisville, he partnered with his first cousin, Charles Weisberg, to co-found Bass & Weisberg Realtors
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in 1952, which he managed for 30 years, originally showing homes by taking the bus. Sonny was a co-founder along with David Jones, Wendell Cherry and Charles Weisberg, originally of Heritage House of America, in 1961. It started as a nursing home business and later became the country’s largest (41) and changed the name to Extendicare and then sold them in 1972 to focus on hospitals. In 1974, the name was changed for the last time to HUMANA to better reflect its mission, eventually selling the hospitals and remaining in the insurance business. Sonny served on Humana’s board for several decades as the company grew to a healthcare industry leader and Fortune 500 company it is today. He was also a partner in Associated Theatres, which grew to 60 screens in the region. He was an astute investor and businessman, and helped mentor many Louisvillians with their business careers and was always ready to give advice from his experiences. Sonny was a gifted tennis player and played competitively into his golden years. He was ranked #1 in senior tennis in Kentucky for 10 years in singles and doubles; won a gold medal at the Maccabi Games in Israel in 1986; and played on Louisville’s Volvo Tennis Team that won a national championship in 1989. As an accomplished amateur magician, Sonny loved teaching children magic at Maryhurst, Brooklawn, Boy’s and Girl’s Haven and Junior Achievement, all organizations he also supported financially. He was a member of the Louisville Magic Club; the Ft. Lauderdale and Boca Raton Magic Clubs in Florida; and was a member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians, and the Society of American Magicians. To his final day, Sonny loved making people smile and was known for making little dogs out of Mardi Gras beads for every restaurant hostess, server and any person he ran into, or showing them a quick card trick just to have them smile. He used to say, “It only takes a minute to give a little joy and see a smile.” JANUARY 2021
He was a donor and served on the boards of The Jewish Community Center, University of Louisville, Bellarmine University, Louisville Rotary Club, the Arthritis Foundation and the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation. A huge supporter of the University of Louisville, along with Mason Rudd, Sonny and Gladys donated the seed money for UofL’s Bass-Rudd Tennis Center, the first sports facility built in Cardinal Park on campus. The couple’s support for UofL continued over the years such as the generous gifts of the UofL chimes in the clock tower on campus, the 6ft bronze Cardinal bird, UofL’s mascot, welcoming students to the Student Activity Center and a major gift in 2008 towards the “Gladys and Lewis “Sonny” Bass” Family Scholar House on Hill St. close to the UofL’s campus. Sonny and Gladys truly loved hosting the University of Louisville basketball and football players at their home for many years and continued to mentor many of these players until his final days. Sonny was a member of the Male High School, University of Louisville Athletics and Jewish Community Center Sports Halls-of-Fame. He earned UofL’s Hickman-Camp Award and Male High’s Distinguished Alumni in 1994 and was named Kentucky Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation Humanitarian of the Year. He was a member of Standard Country Club, Cardinal Golf Club and Boca Tecca Country Club in Boca Raton, Florida, and The Jewish Community Center. Sonny was also a member of The Temple and Adath Jeshurun Synagogues. Sonny loved his family foremost and was always proud of all of them. He was a blessed man and the family was blessed to have him as their Patriarch. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Anna Bass and his grandson, Elliott Joseph Bass. Sonny is survived by his loving wife of 74 years, Gladys. His sons: Mitchel (Delores) of Parkland, Florida, Ned, and Steve (Terri) of Louisville. His grandchildren: Richard (Stacy) of Miami, Florida; Nikki (David Walker) of Raleigh, North Carolina; Dr. Heather Bass Zamanian (Kaveh); Anna-Bass-Wilson (Cara), Joel Richardson (Sherry); Jodie and Ben, all of Louisville; Elle Woodruff (Suzy) of San Diego, California; and Jason Gunoe (Dawn) of Canel Winchester, Ohio. His beloved great-grandchildren: Henri, Lily and Bella Zamanian of Louisville. A special thanks to Michelle and Larry Smith who were wonderful caregivers and to his amazing personal physician, Dr. Carmel Person. Likewise, Dr. Gary Fuchs and Dr. Britt Brockman, as well as the wonderful nurses and doctors at Baptist Health dealing with COVID-19. Sonny requested that donations be made to the Gladys and Lewis Bass Family Scholar House (familyscholarhouse. org), CASA (casariverregion.org), Maryhurst (maryhurst. org), Gilda’s Club of Louisville (gck.org) or the donor’s favorite charity. Due to the pandemic, there will be a private burial. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Herman Meyer & Son, Inc.
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