Your Williamson August 2014

JUNETEENTH

FRANKLIN ON THE 4TH

PORCHFEST

A COMMUNITY MAGAZINE

AUGUST 2014

HOT SUMMER FASHION

What to Wear to Chukkers for Charity

41 YEARS OF HERITAGE BALL A Sesquicentennial Celebration Event

2014 Health & Wellness Guide: Everything from Petcare to CrossFit! Featuring Williamson Medical Center

YOUR HEALTH. OUR PASSION.

PEDIATRIC SERVICES

Annual Well Exams • Flu Shots • Counseling Services Emergency Department • Infection Control • Nutrition Counseling Immunizations • Swimmer’s Ear Treatment • School and Sports Physicals

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Health & Wellness Profile

Horse Wellness

With Tennessee Equine

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Health & Wellness Profile

Prosthodontics

With Dr. J. Heath Balch, DDS, MDS

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Health & Wellness Profile

Raising Expectations, Realizing Dreams With Taylor Made Smiles

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Health & Wellness Profile Prostate Health With Joel Locke, M.D.

COVER PROFILE

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Health & Wellness Profile

Therapeutic Riding With Saddle Up

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Health & Wellness Profile

Sitters, Etc.

Carrying for an aging loved one

Health & Wellness Profile Flu Myths With Tom Talbot, M.D.

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Health & Wellness Profile

Orthopaedic Surgery With Ian Byram, M.D.

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Health & Wellness Profile

Sweet Dreams

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With Aaron Milstone, M.D.

CrossFit

Health & Wellness Profile Know Your Meds With Amanda Daniel, R.N.

YOUR Fitness With James Hurlburt, owner of CrossFit Cool Springs

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AUGUST 2014 As part of our annual Health & Wellness section, we feature Saddle UP! on our cover and highlight the important work they do to provide therapeutic riding for children with a variety of illnesses and disabilities. One of their signature fundraisers is Chukkers for Charity – a polo match held every year as a benefit to both Saddle Up! and the Rochelle Center. The match, sponsored by Nissan, will take place September 6th at Riverview Farm.

Pictured is therapy horse Hershey and his special friend Emily Fuller.

Cover shot at Saddle UP! Barn in Franklin by Andrea Davis.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS YOUR Social 16 Juneteenth 24 Franklin on the 4th 27 Grand Cru Evening 33 First Bank Grand Opening 34 Ladies Only Golf Tournament 38 Vintage Baseball 42 Bethlehem Fish Fry 43 Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Woman of the Year Event

74 Sunset Concert Series 75 Author! Author! Luncheon 76 Westhaven PorchFest 80 YOUR Williamson Social YOUR Community 23 YOUR Bridal Profile

Elizabeth Stout-Brooks Creed

26 YOUR History

Liberty and Justice for All

28 YOUR Charitable Self The Heritage Ball

44 Burgers & Brews 46 Brentwood on the 4th

50 In the Click

48 Make a Wish Block Party

56 YOUR Community Partner

52 Senior Olympics Banquet 58 Grace Healthcare Summer Event 62 Relay for Life 64 The Fountains of Franklin Birthday Party 70 Blackberry Jam Festival 73 Music & Memories

Academic Anticipation Williamson Medical Center

79 Education

20 Fashion

Summer’s Last Swing

36 Southern Is

with Jeffrey Gray

40 From OUR Table to YOURS with Katie Jacobs

66 YOUR Wine Guy with Jimbo Elmerick

68 YOUR Dining Guide

Juice Bar with Lauryn Gilliam

71 Arts & Culture A la Carte with Andrea Davis

77 Read Between the Lines with Landmark Booksellers

78 YOUR Kids

with Jones Speech Therapy

82 WC Did You Know?

County Fairs

Back to School

YOUR Business YOUR Lifestyle 18 YOUR Beauty & Style

Confessions of a Beauty Junkie

19 YOUR Best Self with Connie Haley

30 Business on the Move

Chamber Ribbon Cuttings

32 YOUR Business Profile

Granite City Food & Brewery

54 In YOUR Best Interest

with First Farmers & Merchants

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PUBLISHER’S LETTER

AUGUST 2014

LOTS TO LEARN Dear Readers, It hardly seems possible that it’s August already.

Summer is seemingly all but gone, and it’s time for BACK TO SCHOOL! Seriously, how can that be? I know when I was a kid, it seemed like summer was forever, lazy and carefree. As an adult, life, in general, goes by in a blur. Summer is no exception. Hopefully Keeling Birdsong celebrating her 1st birthday the kiddos are rested up and chomping at the bit to get back in a routine, dust off the books (or iPads these days) and learn!

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Even with a one year old, the daily level of learning that goes on with a child’s mind is unbelievable. And I learn too. At 40 an old and stubborn dog, can still learn new tricks. I guess we all do in order to adapt to an ever-changing world of technology and the like. As I sit here watching my daughter, quite adeptly, scroll the screen of my iPhone as if she knows exactly which app she is going to use next, it is awe inspiring and quite frankly exhausting! Let us not forget the recent graduates, off to the college of their choice, to learn (and party) and start their life as adults. Talk about a learning curve. They, like the one year old, will be thrown into a deep well of knowledge from all angles and will learn, by what they see and what they instinctively know, so many new and wonderful things. It’s such an exciting thing to watch children learn. And even more fun to watch adults.

I learn something new every issue of YOUR Williamson that I publish. Whether it’s about an interesting subject matter we are featuring – such as all about Sedation Dentistry and Juicing as in this month’s Health & Wellness guide - to human nature, behavior under pressure and how life has absolutely no care - Winston Churchill in the world what deadlines you may be on.

It just happens. And so does something else that begins with an “s” and is a four-letter word I try not to say in front of my daughter.

There’s that learning thing again! Life teaches me something new everyday, as I am sure it does for you too. And life has shown many curve balls this last month, but we just keep going forward because that’s what we do. As human beings, always learning and moving forward is an innate sense that we all have. Of course, we can choose to stand still, and sometimes in the grip of fear to acknowledge or face our challenges, we do have to get a little push. Much like the child seeing that horse for the first time at Saddle UP! is frightened and uncertain of the task at hand, but somehow knows… if she can just put one foot in the saddle….

“I am always ready to learn although I do not always like being taught.”

Yes, it’s easy to fall short of life’s expectations every day, especially when you don’t see them coming. But as long as you can muddle through and do your best, come out the other end wiser, if not more tired, then you have succeeded. So learn all you can, children, young adults, fellow mid lifers and even those who are in their twilight years. There is much to be seen and heard and felt, and it may come at you like a freight train or slowly like a good novel by the beach, but we are all capable of great knowledge each day. How we usue it? Well now that’s a horse of a different color... for another day. Happy end of summer Williamson County! Enjoy!

Shelly Robertson Birdsong, Owner & Publisher Robertson Media Group, LLC & YOUR Williamson shelly@robertsonmediagroup.com

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YOUR SOCIAL SECRETARY August brings a host of fabulous events we can’t wait to attend! Here are just a few to add to the Social Calendar:

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Carnton Plantation Sunset Concert Series

Chukkers for Charity

1345 Eastern Flank Circle, Franklin

2:00 - 6:00 pm

1475 Moran Road, Franklin

6:00 - 8:00 pm (Gates open at 4:30)

The 18th annual Chukkers for Charity Polo Match & Car Show! This year’s event includes the ever-popular car show & parade, the cleverly creative cabana decorating competition, petting zoo and stick horse race for the kids, and fine dining, spirits, and entertainment.

Proceeds benefit the Rochelle Center and Saddle Up!

Adults (ages 13+) are $10 in advance and $12 at the gate for each concert.

Children (ages 6-12) are $5 in advance or at the gate for each concert.

Children 5 and younger are free.

The Factory at Franklin Jamison Hall 6:30 - 10:30 pm Dancing, casual gournmet dining, auction, casino to benefit Bridges Domestic Violence Center.

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The concert is held on the east lawn next to the house. Parking is free.

Restrooms are onsite.

Food and drinks are available for purchase or attendees may bring their own (including alcohol).

Tickets are non-refundable. In the event of inclement weather, every effort will be made to reschedule the concert.

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YOUR CONTRIBUTORS Ginger Jones Ginger Jones is a Speech-Language Pathologist and the owner of Jones Therapy Services, which provides speechlanguage, occupational, and physical therapy in 7 locations across Middle and East Tennessee.

Lauryn Gilliam Lauryn Gilliam is a seeker of fun, student of life and lover of exploring mindful ways to enlist the 5 senses in a foodie experience. Influenced by the bayous of Louisiana to the coast of south Florida, up the eastern shore and now rooted in Nashville, she has an appetite for finding good food in unique places.

Joel & Carol Tomlin Your monthly book review of great reads, local, regional and beyond is provided by this unique bookstore in historic downtown Franklin. Owners Joel and Carol Tomlin will share insight and knowledge of literature both current and old and encourage our readers to read, read, read.

Charlie Woodall Charlie Woodall, investment officer for First Farmers Investment Services, is a twenty year investment industry veteran. His monthly column will offer practical advice on wealth-building strategies.

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Julie Jorgensen A self proclaimed Beauty Junkie, Julie is our go-to gal for all things beauty - She scouts out the best deals and the best beauty tricks around.

She treats readers to some hilarious insight into the world of what it takes to be fabulous!

Katie Jacobs Katie Jacobs is a graphic designer, photographer and stylist. She is the art director and creator of stylingmyeveryday. com, a food and lifestyle blog with a focus on styling, entertaining and DIY..

Jimbo Elmerick

Katie Rushton Katie Rushton is a fashion stylist and owner of Effortless Style, a personal shopping and wardrobe consulting company in Brentwood.

She provides a variety of services including Closet Audits, Styling Sessions and Personal Shopping.

Connie Haley Connie Haley Life Coach is a certified life coach that specializes in helping people love the life they have and from there, create the life they always envisioned. Every issue she will show readers ways to find peace and calm in their lives and in themselves.

Stacey Suzanne Watson Stacey is the Director of Community Development for the law firm of Stites & Harbison.

She sits on the Board of Franklin’s Charge, the 21st Drug Court, and Friends of Franklin Parks. She is co-chair of the Franklin 150th..

Jimbo Elmerick is the proprietor of Bricks Cafe, three locations in Williamson County. A modern Renaissance man, Jimbo plays a mean piano, loves being an anti-snob, and wine connoisseur. He’s bringing his knowledge of wine and spirits to you in his signature easygoing style.

Jeffrey Gray Jeffrey Gray is as southern as sweet tea and fried chicken at a Sunday picnic.

This Southern bon vivant, decorator, event planner, painter, food slinger and drink pourer gives advice to the men of Williamson County on all things “Southern gentleman.”

Macey Baird A native Mississippian, Baird earned a bachelor of arts degree in journalism and English at the University of Mississippi. She is a published writer, with credits in numerous publications. She is an account executive at Sheridan Public Relations, a full-service firm specializing in comprehensive strategies that help clients win in the marketplace. You can follow them on Twitter at @sheridan_pr.

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JUNETEENTH Story & Photography by K York The African American Heritage Society and Hard Bargain Association invited the community to the McLemore House Museum to enjoy the 10th annual Juneteenth celebration held on June 19th. In 1865 this was the day Texas slaves learned about the end of the Civil War, hence the celebration’s name. Juneteenth is the oldest national commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States and is often referred to as African American Emancipation Day. There was plenty of good food, great fellowship and gospel music to please the crowd.

This year’s event was a held as part of the Sesquicentennial of the Battle of Franklin activities ongoing all year.

Toni Scruggs & Chelsea Adams

Demetrius & Anthony Pope

Sonny Kelton & Jacqueline Morton

Cassandra Wray & Darlene Morton

Stuart Tutler, Brent Bousquet & Ray McGuire Sylvia & Kimora Esmon, Courtnee Leach & Madison McGuire

Alma McLemore & Bernice Bates Avery, Grayson, Allena, Chandler & Tres Bell

Thelma Battle & Mary Bright Walker

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Anita Pope, Roy Brown, Acel Pope & Tom Murdic

YOUR BEAUTY & STYLE

A HARD HABIT TO

CONFESSIONS OF A BEAUTY JUNKIE

BREAK

Remember when your mom used to say to you, “Don’t make an ugly face, it will stay that way?" Or how about “Pretty is as pretty does?" Whether or not she was right, there’s some wisdom to be found in both wives’ tales. Now that we’re all grown-up however, bad beauty habits are much more complex than just not making a face behind your mom’s/husband’s/child’s back (I’m not saying that I do that...). So what are the biggest offenders when it comes to habits that can wreck any beauty routine? Read on, chickies – and don’t make that face at me.

GOING TO BED WITH A FULL FACE OF MAKEUP. I get it, sometimes you’re just so exhausted that you fall into bed without washing your face. It happens. But making a habit of not removing your makeup before bedtime can destroy your skin - not to mention your pillowcases. Makeup can cause blemishes and clogged pores when left on overnight, and mascara can make eyelashes brittle and prone to breaking. Your body goes into full-on cleanup and detox mode while you’re sleeping, and makeup left on overnight prevents your face from being able to “breathe.” So wash that face. If you just can’t be bothered with a multi-step nighttime skincare routine, look for products that streamline cleansing and makeup removal.

Countertime Nourishing Cleansing Balm

by Beautycounter is my current obsession; it even works as an overnight hydrating mask. At the very least, use a cleansing wipe to remove makeup before bed. Do your homework, though, because many are drying.

Josie Maran Bare Naked Wipes make use of soothing aloe vera and chamomile, and tackle even the most stubborn eye makeup.

SLEEPING IN A PONYTAIL. Don’t do this, unless you like the idea of breakage and split ends. Pulling your hair up before hitting the hay may result in fluffy, voluminous hair the next morning, but it will come at a cost. Your tossing and turning during the night will rough up and potentially break those strands close to your scalp. A quick trim can remedy ravaged ends, but once the damage is done further upstream, you’re out of luck. Give your hair a thorough brushing before going to bed, and switch to silk pillowcases to protect fine or fragile hair. To really address damage overnight, check out some of the cool new nighttime treatments. I’m trying to remember to apply Repair & Protect Overnight Miracle Repair Serum by Pantene nightly before heading to la-la land. It works on wet or dry hair, and doesn’t make hair look weighed down or greasy in the morning. Just wake up, brush, and go!

PICK, PICK, PICK. We’re all guilty

of absentmindedly picking that stubborn clogged pore or “Where-did-that-comefrom?” pimple, but we (and by “we,” I mean “I”) need to break this habit ASAP. While picking may unblock the pore or eradicate the pimple, the broken capillaries and scarring that can result from the trauma caused to your face can linger far after the blemish is gone. If you simply must, get yourself a comedone extractor to apply equal pressure all the way around the blemish to reduce eccentric scarring and damage. Hover over a pot of boiling water (with some fresh lavender thrown in for good measure) for a few minutes to steam open pores before you start any extractions, or better yet spring for a professional facial. Aestheticians are highly trained to unclog pores and address breakouts without wrecking your skin. Mary at Skin MB is a veritable wizard when it comes to imparting a youthful glow. My first “dermaplane” facial with her made my skin look better than it had in years!

KEEPING MAKEUP PAST ITS PRIME. Just like groceries and your in-laws, makeup kept around for too long can seriously ruin your day - not to mention your face.

Every makeup product out there has a shelf life, beyond which it starts to break down, become rancid, and harbor bacteria that can cause breakouts and even infection. There should be an icon on the packaging with a number beside it. That indicates the number of months that that product can safely be used. Past that number, toss it. Mascara and other eye makeup should get the most attention to avoid the risk of eye infections.

Don’t keep mascara longer than three months to be on the safe side, and chuck eyeshadows and foundation after six. Pressed powder lasts a bit longer, but throw away anything that develops a strange smell or changes in consistency. Sharpen pencil eyeliners before each use to keep them fresh, and don’t ever, ever share mascara brushes. I don’t care how close you and your bestie are – use a separate brush, and tell her not to take it personally.

We all fall into bad habits from time to time, but breaking these will ensure that you’re always putting your best face forward. Just don’t tell your mama that I said not to take her advice.

Love, The Beauty Junkie

RESOURCES Countertime: juliejorgensen.beautycounter.com; Jose Maran: Sephora, the Mall at Green Hills; Pantene: Local drugstores; Skin MB: skinmb.com

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YOUR BEST SELF

CONNIE HALEY

Habits of Happy People #4 They Pursue Their Natural Gifts and Talents Everyone has them.

Even You! God-given gifts and talents.

It could be a scientific mind focused on finding the cure for cancer or the keen cooking skills to make an incredible meat loaf. There is no ranking system in the pursuit of passions. The world needs everyone’s contributions. This is where many of us get stuck.

Happy people use their talents on a frequent basis. Vocation, avocation, it doesn’t matter. They know that these gifts are meant to be shared, enjoyed and celebrated. In return, they experience the thrill of any gift giver: inner joy, excitement and a sense of connection. And sometimes a paycheck.

Other folks never even open their gifts. What would people think? It’s not that big of a deal. I don’t have the time. The excuses are varied, but the outcome is the same. They will miss living in the “sweet spot”. The place where their true happiness and the world’s needs meet. It’s sad.

And then there are the people that are certain they were overlooked when the gifts were handed out. What? (Note: these are often the most gifted people in others eyes.) If this resonates with you, reconnect with your talents.

Ask yourself questions.

What did you love doing as a child? What makes time stand still for you? What do other people come to you for advice about? If money and time were no object, what would you want to do?

What if we all have the same purpose in life? To be happy. What happy looks like to each of us will vary depending on what gifts and talents we were given.

You don’t need anyone’s permission. Identify your gifts. Start using them.

Today.

Until next month…

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FASHION

WHAT TO WEAR

Summer’s last SWING Summer’s Last Swing means pulling out all the stops and what better way than with a loud, fun and bright Lilly Pulitzer dress and a fun day on the polo fields? This year’s Chukkers for Charity promises plenty of end of summer fun and of course that means you must have the perfect outfit! These ladies have found their swing in some cool and snazzy options courtesy of Belk in the CoolSprings Galleria. It may not be a polo field but the grounds of the Crockett House in Brentwood are a beautiful backdrop for any end of summer activity. Thank you to Jodi Rall and Katie Rushton, our fabulous photographer and fashion stylist.

Heidi Schelton (right): Lilly Pulitzer Ramsey Side Slit Maxi Dress, $188 Olive Schelton (left): Lilly Pulitzer Little Lilly Classic Shift Dress in Bright Navy, $58

Lori Sherry: Lilly Pulitzer Gabby Shift Dress, $198

Avalyn Williams: Lilly Pulitzer Little Lilly Classic Shift Dress in Shorefly Blue, $58

IF YOU GO: Chukkers for Charity Polo Match and Classic Car Show will be held Saturday, September 6, 2014.

The event benefits Rochelle Center & Saddle Up! As always, this year’s event includes the ever-popular car show & parade, the cleverly creative cabana decorating competition, petting zoo and stick horse race for the kids, and fine dining, spirits, and entertainment in the Patrons’ Tent. In between taking part in all this action, feel free to shop till you drop at the Chukkers silent auction featuring fine items, jewelry, trips, restaurant gift certificates, original artwork, event tickets, and one-ofa-kind experiences.

Dena Williams: Lilly Pulitzer Emmett Strapless Maxi Dress, $198

Jennifer Littleton: Lilly Pulitzer Calhoun Dress, $228

For More information go to www.chukkersforcharity.net

Opposite Page - Nicole Klooster (left): Lilly Pulitzer Sloane V-Neck Maxi Dress, $198; Lovey Klooster (right): Lilly Pulitzer Dellaria Dress, $148

YOUR BRIDAL PROFILE

ELIZABETH STOUT - BROOKS CREED WEDDING

Storybook Wedding

Elizabeth Stout and Brooks Creed met when she was a senior at Harpeth Hall and he was a freshman at the University of TennesseeKnoxville. They had mutual acquaintances, and he dated one of her friends for a bit.

Through the ensuing years they kept in touch in a random manner, generally through those mutual friends. He graduated from U.T., lived and worked in Atlanta and ultimately returned to his native Franklin. She graduated from Rhodes and returned to her native Nashville.

Fast forward to 2011– the two reconnected.

He called to invite her to dinner; she accepted.

After a delightful evening, he sent her flowers.

Romance bloomed. Before long they were a couple. They shared common goals and a variety of interests, including animals. Active in rescue work, each is an acknowledged “foster failure.”

Between them, they have two dogs and a kitty, all rescues. In September, 2013, Brooks proposed, offering Elizabeth his late mother’s diamond.

The bride-to-be accepted enthusiastically.

They were joined in matrimony Saturday June 7, 2014 in a storybook-like beautiful ceremony at First Presbyterian Church, Nashville by the Rev. Dr. Todd Jones. Glorious flowers marked pews and centered the sanctuary.

Laura Messamore served as Maid of Honor.

Bridesmaids were Marissa Hile, Kate Gibson and Rachel Kennedy. The groom’s brother, Zach Creed, served as Best Man. Groomsmen were Josh Howell, David Kennedy and Kevin

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Gibson. Serving as ushers were the bride’s cousins, Jack Cooter and Jim Bob Cooter.

In a touching moment just prior to the ceremony’s commencing, the groom lit a candle in remembrance of his mother, Lyn Creed, who died August 3, 2011. His father is Sandy Creed of Franklin. Bagpipes, beautifully played by Steve Snoddy, preceded the bride down the aisle.

Rhonda Swanson commanded the regal organ.

The bride entered to “Highland Cathedral” and recessed to “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee.”

The bride was given in marriage by her father, Lonnie J. Stout II, and her mother, Vicki C. Stout. She wore an elegant tiered lace fitted Augusta Jones gown and carried a bouquet of white peonies wrapped in her maternal greatgreat-grandmother’s handkerchief. Her earrings were also her maternal great-great-grandmother’s and her wedding band, her maternal greatgrandmother’s. Her attendants were donned in dusty rose flowing chiffon gowns and carried bouquets of cream, white and blush roses.

Acclaimed baritone Chris Simonsen offered two stirring solos during the ceremony. And at Dr. Jones’ proclamation of “husband and wife” bagpipes ushered the smiling, jubilant couple down the aisle.

A reception for 275 guests immediately followed at Richland Country Club where bountiful fabulous florals in cream and white topped elegant cream-colored silky linens.

Guests left “Well Wishes for the New Mr. and Mrs.” on pages of a handsome pictorial coffee

Gown Augusta Jones, The Bride Room Bridesmaids Gowns Donna Morgan,

Bella Bridesmaids

Tuxedos Men’s Warehouse Flowers Knestrick by Design Photographer Mary Rosenbaum Photography

Wedding Cake

(layers of vanilla bean and chocolate truffle with raspberry filling), Dessert Designs

Fresh roses

adorning the cake, Knestrick

by Design

Getaway Car

Vintage white Rolls Royce,

Grand Avenue

table book entitled “Dogs,”which replaced the typical guest register.

Dining and dancing to the sounds of Skyline Drive Band filled the evening.

The newlyweds honeymooned on the Mayan Riviera in Mexico.

presents the 18th Annual

To Benefit THE ROCHELLE CENTER and SADDLE UP!

Special Guest:

Ignacio “Nacho” Figueras One of the Top 100 Polo Players in the World

Painting by Lexie Armstrong

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2014

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FRANKLIN ON THE 4TH Story & Photography by K York The Franklin on the 4th celebration took place in downtown Franklin with finally! - the best weather anyone could have asked for. The festivities began in the morning on and around the Square as thousands gathered for a day of family fun. The children enjoyed pony rides, the petting zoo and inflatables. To everyone’s delight there were live musical performances on stage throughout the day, and lots of food vendors with scrumptious treats.

After the fun wrapped up downtown, everyone enjoyed the fireworks show at Harlinsdale Farm. The event proceeds were donated to the Franklin Lion’s Club to support their charitable work in the community.

Ryan & Liberty Murray

Jennifer, David, Noah & Caleb Emmons

Nathan Roberts & Sabra Dunton

Jacob, Charlee & Matthew Rivers

Heather, Olivia & Chris Frost

Brad, Abby May & Kristen Dennis

Smith & Hirsch families

Chris, Kristin & David Lee

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Kerri, Lyla, Sam, Charlie & Mike Parker

Jayce Chappell

Esther McFarlin, Harry & Mai Skinner, Mary Ann McFarlin, Justice Skinner & Elisha McFarlin

Dan & Diana Dalton

Knox & Brown McCall, Garner, Sophie & Whitfield Spain, Warker, & Tripp Searcy

Emma Wharton, Lydia Laughlin, Mary Jo Wharton, Drew & Ryan Laughlin

Dave Speer & Emma Peck

YOUR HISTORY

SESQUICENTENNIAL

LIBERTY AND JUSTICE

By Stacey Suzanne Watson

Over the July 4th weekend, I spent a lot of time listening to patriotic country radio on Pandora. Just a step away from gospel, for me, the music is, at times, inspirational and grounding. My roots are buried deep in Alabama and Florida, small town Americana is always appealing.

I am reminded of the many ways we celebrate Independence Day, the grace of being American and living in the United States. We commemorate the day with music, fireworks, and gatherings of family and friends. And, as Americans, we are blessed with the gift of Freedom. Freedom brought to us by those fought with passion in the past and those who still fight today to protect each of us.

Our country’s history is rich with people of passion. Even during some of the darkest days of America’s history, when brother fought against brother, father against son, during the American Civil War, the passion of beliefs, even in discord, would eventually bring the United States of America to become a more closely tied union.

As a result of the American Civil War, all Americans would eventually become Free.

Free to travel, to vote, to own property, to learn and to be with family.

In Franklin, in 2014, we commemorate those Americans who fought with passion during the Battle of Franklin and the American Civil War. Those who wore blue and those who wore gray. Those who fought alongside their owners quietly dreaming of

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the day when they would become Free. We honor the women who kept the homefires burning while the lives of more than 625,000 American men were lost.

This year, the Battle of Franklin Trust will kick off its first ever American Civil War exhibit on August 1st in the Fleming Center at Historic Carnton Plantation.

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This year, the Williamson County Convention and Visitors Bureau will commemorate the Battle of Franklin. They have created a website, Franklin150.com and a facebook page, Franklin150. These sites list all events that help us honor those who came before us.

This year, the Tennessee Sesquicentennial Commission event will take place in one town, Franklin, TN. For more information go to: tncivilwar150.com.

This year, the African American Heritage Society will begin work in expanding the story of the McLemore House, with the help of the Tennessee Civil War National Heritage Area.

This year, the Heritage Foundation Annual Ball will be themed around the Battle of Franklin. The Ball will take place September 20th. Tickets can be purchased by calling Torrey Barnhill at:591-5800.

This year, The Lotz House and Thomas Cartwright are giving several educational tours. Contact them at The Lotz House, 790-7190.

Every time we salute the flag, sing God Bless America or say the pledge of allegiance, we honor those who came before us, as well as, those who continue to guard our Freedom today.

I hope you will take time to honor our grand old Flag, in all her glory, and participate in the events that are taking place in our town during 2014.

Stacey Suzanne Watson, along with Jay Sheridan, is co-chair of the Franklin 150th. Join us every month for a new article in a series about the Sesquicentennial of the Battle of Franklin.

The American Civil War A Commemoration Johnny Cash writes in his song, Ragged Old Flag, … But we’re kinda proud of that Ragged Old Flag You see, we got a little hole in that flag there when Washington took it across the Delaware And it got powder-burned the night Francis Scott Key Sat watching it, writing ‘Say Can You See’ And it got a bad rip in New Orleans With Packingham and Jackson tuggin’ at its seams And it almost fell at the Alamo Beside the Texas flag, but she waved on though She got cut with a sword at Chancellorsville And she got cut again at Shiloh Hill There was Robert E. Lee, Beauregard, and Bragg And the south wind blew hard on that Ragged Old Flag On Flanders Field in World War I She got a big hole from a Bertha gun She turned blood red in World War II She hung limp and low by the time it was through She was in Korea and Vietnam She went where she was sent by her Uncle Sam She waved from our ships upon the briny foam And now they’ve about quit waving her back here at home In her own good land here she’s been abused She’s been burned, dishonored, denied, and refused And the government for which she stands Is scandalized throughout the land And she’s getting threadbare and she’s wearing thin But she’s in good shape for the shape she’s in ‘Cause she’s been through the fire before And I believe she can take a whole lot more So we raise her up every morning, we take her down every night We don’t let her touch the ground and we fold her up right On second thought, I do like to brag ‘Cause I’m mighty proud of the Ragged Old Flag

GRAND CRU EVENING Story & Photography by K York The Grand Cru Evening kicked off the 35th Annual l’Ete` du Vin with a cocktail party at the bravura estate of Kix and Barbara Brooks. Robert Lipman presented the 2014 Norman M. Lipman Award to Deby & Keith Pitts for their generosity and involvement to the community in honor of his father. Guests enjoyed touring the home and a special performance by Kix. Nashville Wine Auction’s mission is to unite the wine community to fund the fight against cancer. The American Cancer society, PearlPoint Cancer Support, Gilda’ Club, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, Saint Thomas Cancer Network & Williamson Medical Center Foundation were this years beneficiaries.

Kix & Barbara Brooks, Keith & Deby Pitts, Robert Lipman, Nancy & Billy Ray Hearn

Janice, Jeff & Mary Spotts

Theo Morrison, Frank Harris & Chuck Blackburn

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IT’S AN ELEGANT EVENING THAT HAPPENS ONCE A YEAR, WHEN FLOORLENGTH GOWNS AND BLACK TAILS FLOAT THROUGH BILLOWY TENTS ERECTED ON THE LARGEST BATTLEFIELD RECLAMATION IN THE NATION. COCKTAILS ARE POURED EARLY AND THE DANCING DOESN’T STOP UNTIL THE NEW DAY BEGINS; EXCLUSIVE GETAWAYS TO EXOTIC RESORTS ARE BID FOR OVER PLATES OF FARM-TO-FORK OFFERINGS AND WHITE-GLOVED WAITERS; AND SOME OF THE COMMUNITY’S BIGGEST NAMES RUB SHOULDERS WITH LOCAL INFLUENCERS – ALL IN THE NAME OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION. In its 41st year, the Heritage Ball is Franklin’s longest running black-tie event and the most anticipated too. Year after year it’s thrown to emphasize the importance of historic preservation in the community and underscore the efforts of the Heritage Foundation of Franklin & Williamson County to protect the cultural and architectural resources of the community. In honor of the 41st Annual Heritage Ball, here are 40-plus things you should know about the event: THE 411 1 This is the 41st year of the Heritage Ball.

2 It’s the community’s longest-running black tie event in Williamson County.

3 The 2014 benefit will be held at Eastern Flank Battlefield Park, the nation’s largest battlefield reclamation.

4 The Heritage Ball is coordinated to celebrate the Foundation’s legacy. All proceeds raised from the event funds the Heritage Foundation’s mission.

5 Since the Heritage Ball launched, historic treasures such as the Dan German Hospital, Carter Cotton Gin site, Carnton Plantation, the Franklin Theatre and our Main Street program have been saved and celebrated at the event.

6 The 2014 Ball will honor the Sesquicentennial of the Battle of Franklin.

7 Each year a Patron’s Award is presented

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to an individual or family who has made a continued impact on historic preservation.

8 A King & Queen are also honored to celebrate their work with the Foundation.

9 The ball is formal, but the atmosphere is relaxed. So put on your party shoes!

FACES OF THE BALL 10 Brian and Lisa Beathard are the 41st Annual Heritage Ball chairs.

11 The Ball’s 2014 Honorary Chair is Marty Ligon, a woman who helped launched the initiative 41 years ago.

12 The Beathards and Mrs. Ligon are Hincheyville neighbors in downtown Franklin.

13 Angela Calhoun will return as the Ball’s design chair.

14 Kelly Harwood of Gallery 202 and Steve McClellan of Garden Delights will provide the magnificent floral arrangements.

15 Heritage Ball coordinator Torrey Barnhill makes it all come together.

16 Every age is represented at the Ball. It’s truly multi-generational!

17 Ball hosts and hostesses, who represent the different high schools in Williamson County, greet arrivals.

STORIES OF OLD 18 In 1967 a small group of determined Franklinites committed themselves to saving Franklin’s landmark structures before they fell to the bulldozers of progress. But it

wasn’t until several years later that the first Ball was held.

19 In 1973 Marty Ligon was asked to throw the first official Heritage Ball in order to save the Carnton Plantation that had fallen into disrepair.

20 People who were involved during the early years of Heritage Ball are some of the familiar faces you still see at the Heritage Ball today.

21 For the first Ball, tables were set for some 700 guests and two orchestras were ready to entertain until 2 a.m.

22 In 1977 the Ball’s theme was “A Racy Affair.”

23 In 1980 the Heritage Ball saved the Mooreland Mansion in Brentwood. The organization held the 1980 soiree at the antebellum home to showcase its value – and it worked! The Mansion still stands today.

24 In 1995 the Ball celebrated the “Great American Main Street” Award given to Downtown Franklin Association (DFA) and the City of Franklin.

25 In 1997 the Foundation purchased the Carter Cotton Gin site on Cleburne Street and Columbia Avenue, to protect the Battle of Franklin site. 26 In 1998 the Heritage

Foundation and the DFA merged to create one dynamic duo! It’s also the year that the McLemore House was purchased, and Factory at Franklin hosted the Heritage Ball as its first event. 27 In 2003 the Ball celebrated saving the Dan German hospital! During the ‘40s and ‘50s, the Dan German was the county’s hospital.

28 The 30th Anniversary Heritage Ball had an elegant Southern dinner on the Lawn at Carnton Plantation. 29 In its 40th year in 2013, the Heritage Ball celebrated the completed purchase of Franklin’s Old, Old Jail building that will be the Heritage Foundation’s first permanent headquarters. It will also serve as a community resource and meeting center as the “Big House for Historic Preservation.”

FOOD, DRINK & DANCING 30 GRAY’S on Main’s beverage director and PourTaste founder Jon Yeager will construct a special libation for the 41st Heritage Ball that will tie in historical influence and local ingredients.

31 If we may be so bold, this very well could be the best cocktail hour of the year. Oh, and there’s a wine tasting tent.

32 Wondering about the late-night snacks? Puckett’s Trolley will be there to serve.

33 Each year, the Ball committee coordinates with farmers for a locally sourced menu that boasts the heritage of our land.

34 The 2014 benefit will host not one but two bands to accommodate all the dancing queens who attend.

35 Which brings us to this: a big part of the Heritage Ball is the dancing! Ladies and gents, keep that in mind when selecting your back-tie attire.

36 YOUR Williamson does a fabulous fashion spread leading up to the Ball each year. Look for it in September!

THE PARTIES 37 This year’s kick-off party was hosted at the historic home of Joy and John Morris.

38 Marty Ligon, this year’s Honorary Chair, hosted a party in May for the chairs, patrons, kings and queens, chairs and patrons.

39 The 2014 Sponsor’s Party will be held at the pre-Civil War historic home of Brian and Lucibeth Mayberry, and will recognize the major investments of local and national companies that further spur historic preservation efforts.

40 Each year volunteers gather for the annual tradition of stuffing and stamping the Ball invitations. The tradition started 41 years ago!

41 The Ball runs on volunteers. Planning for next year’s Ball begins the day after the event ends! Email Torrey Barnhill at tbarnhill@ historicfranklin.com to see how you can get involved.

The 41st Annual Heritage Ball, to be held Saturday, September 20, 2014 at the Eastern Flank Battlefield Park in Franklin, will be a retrospective on all that has been accomplished over the course of nearly a half century. For more information, and to learn more about the Heritage Foundation, go to www.historicfranklin.com.

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GRANITE CITY FOOD & BREWERY

GRANITE CITY FOOD & BREWERY NEW CONCEPTS IN CATERING

Here’s what Granite City is not: A place to find granite for your countertops.

Here’s what Granite City is: A somewhat undiscovered gem of an eatery and brewery on McEwen in Cool Springs. It does take its name from the moniker of the city in which it was founded, St. Cloud, Minnesota, one of the great granite capitals of the world in the 1880’s. Founded in 1999, this Granite City was a craft brewery before craft breweries became so cool. But from the outset, it wasn’t just about beer, but also good substantial food that accompanies freshly brewed handcrafted beer.

And the menu is not just another pretty face; the heart of the place is in its chef prepared dishes. The flatbreads arrive on a white triangular plate, appealing to the eyes before the palate ever gets involved. A half-dozen varieties beckon including the Maple Pepper Bacon and Tomato. Yum. Dinner fare

includes pork chops, ribs, meatloaf, Mediterranean chicken and a grilled London broil. Each of the four pasta options is fetching: grilled chicken with asparagus linguini, Cajun, Adult Boc Mac & Cheese and Alfredo with chicken. The grilled chicken is great; there’s an abundance of fresh asparagus and it’s a well-seasoned dish.

Seafood and fish offers prime catch. For the beer loving Anglophile, try lager beer-battered cod served with waffle fries and Cole slaw.

For lighter fare, go with the crispy shrimp taco trio served in Granite City designed pewter holders. So clever. So good.

Back to the brews, all of which are brewed right there, on site. The standards are: lager, pale ale, double IPA, bock and stout.

The styles: American lager, pale ale, double India pale ale, German lager, oatmeal stout.

True to Sundays in the South, this Granite City serves brunch from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The bountiful buffet includes prime rib, eggs Benedict, made to order omelets, biscuits and gravy, shrimp and grits and signature hot caramel rolls.

The guy running the Granite City show is Lyle Richardson, a career restaurateur who started in the back of the house at chic Southern California country clubs. His experience spans independent and corporately owned restaurants. He runs a tight ship, and that’s to the benefit of his patrons. He offers curbside pickup at the restaurant, off site catering – and has recently taken over food management for Lillie Belle’s in downtown Franklin, offering Sunday brunch the first Sunday of each month, and providing all the food for special events.

Add to that, a new food and beer trailer...

“45 feet of fun” – he calls it. The self-contained event on wheels has it all…tables, chairs, a full kitchen and it can carry 18 kegs of beer. It promises to be a big hit for local events, many of which Granite City will create on its own; though it is ready and rarin’ to go for already established gigs. It’s a turn key operation.

Oh, and one more thing Granite City is not: it’s not part of the Drury Plaza Hotel to which it sits adjacent. It is rather, its own place, offering a place at the table for casual dining inside and out, lunch, dinner and late night.

Granite City Food & Brewery 1864 West McEwen Franklin, TN 37067 WWW.GCFB.COM 615-435-1949 Monday – Saturday 11 a.m. to Midnight; Friday – Saturday 11 a.m. until 1 a.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., brunch 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

GC offsite catering is available for private functions, corporate events and weddings of all sizes. Contact Valerie Carr-Cross for details 615-439-1949.

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FIRSTBANK FIVE POINTS GRAND OPENING Story & Photography by K York The grand opening of FirstBank in its new Five Points location in downtown Franklin, saw more than one hundred local business owners, civic leaders, family and friends at the ribbon cutting on the newly restored and renovated Post Office building. Jim Ayers, owner of FirstBank, shared his delight in having the opportunity to restore the downtown landmark and told the crowd that FirstBank feels privileged to the make such a contribution to the community.

CEO Chris Holmes and Middle Tennessee Regional Chairman Gordon Inman were also on hand to welcome community leaders into the new building to meet the local staff and celebrate!

Jim Ayers, Jay & Jane Pistole

Tracey Little & Steve Smith

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LADIES ONLY CHARITY GOLF Story & Photography Submitted Brentwood Country Club hosted 112 lady golfers in the 5th Annual Ladies Only Charity Golf Tournament in June. All proceeds benefited Morning Star Sanctuary, a safe house for women who are victims of domestic violence. Co-chairs Amy Cottrell and Jeanie Frautschy presented a check for $25,000 to John Pugh, Director of Morning Star. Thank You to all that helped make this fundraiser a success!

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The carefree days of summer fly swiftly by. In a short amount of time, the glory days of beach, lake, and myriad vacations come to an end. The feel of crisp breezes and the smell of burning leaves quickly replace coconut scented girls bronzing by the pool.

With these changes come the return of school. Heading back to campus is always a time full of anticipation, excitement, and a little uncertainty. Being Southern goes quite a ways to help ease the transition back. We Southerners have such a wealth of tradition to draw from. Never forget your Southern heritage.

Most of our parents have raised us to be the perfect Southern gentlemen or Southern belle. It’s best to embrace it now, because sooner or later your parents will be right. Their expectations of our college days can be a little frightening. This is not to say you are not going to do exactly as you please -you have to have your own rules. But it’s best to make peace with and embrace your Southern roots. Whether at a big name SEC school or anywhere else across the country; you ARE still a Southerner. Remember to take pride in yourself and hold your head up high for all that being Southern means. It’s your job to learn something at school but also to represent your heritage.

Always be mindful of your manners and set a good example for others. Politeness will go a very long way in smoothing your path through school. You catch more flies with honey than you do with vinegar, so be sure to spread lots of honey.

The people who become your good friends at this time in your life are the ones most likely to remain your friends into your future. Surround yourself with good people. Choose those that support you and those that will have your back.

Enough preaching - campus life is a blast! Between Rush, parties, formals, and socials you are guaranteed to always have a full calendar. Enjoy yourself! And a small bit of advice - gentlemen put a tuxedo in your wardrobe. This is the real world. Look your best. It will be one of the best investments you make. Simple, refined, black -that’s all you need. You can dress it up or keep it classic. You will have it for many years. My tuxedo sure got me

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a lot more dates and invites because the ladies knew I would show up and look the part. It never hurts to acquire a few good suits as well. I love the look, but khakis and a navy blazer only go so far. Prep school is behind you. It’s time to man up and suit up. A good suit is the armor of the real world. Plus, a Southern gentleman always wants to look his best. It shows respect not only to those around him but also to himself. And let’s not forget to throw in the classic white sheet in case an invitation to a Toga party comes your way (just make sure it’s not the nice monogrammed set your grandmother purchased).

My momma always said to put your best foot forward and take pride in how you look and act. Take my advice, take pride in yourself, carry yourself as a true Southern gentleman or belle, and always present yourself well. You’re guaranteed a good time and a good start on the rest of your life.

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YOUR SPORTS

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VINTAGE BASEBALL Story & Photography by K York

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“Vintage Baseball” has become a new staple at Carnton Plantation.

It’s like going back in time to the 19th century and seeing America’s favorite past time in its early years. The spelling, language, rules, equipment, uniforms and customs are all period appropriate. A Civil War era string band plays period tunes throughout the games. Scouts and base tenders throw the lemon-peel overhanded and the pitcher throws underhanded with no one wearing gloves. Bats are in the style of those from the 1860’s. No calls of balls or strikes and outs are made in the field. All ballists ages 22 to 72 have a deep respect for the game, a love of history and exhibit the manners of a gentleman at all times.

Check out the schedules and go back in time and catch a game to support our local Franklin Farriers at TennesseeVintageBaseBall.com

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Professor Finch, Ginger Day & Splinter McCourt

Annette Charles with Roxi, Kristen Beck & Sue Kauflie

Deb Garriott & Christina Conn

Stacy, Ava Brooke & Anna Grace Huddleston

Krista Coulter & Alison Giese

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FRUIT VEGGIES PREPPED AND READY

By Katie Jacobs

GETTING YOUR RECOMMENDED FRUIT AND VEGGIE INTAKE FOR THE DAY DOESN’T HAVE TO BE DIFFICULT OR FLAVOR-FREE. THESE TWO HEALTHY RECIPES ARE GREAT TO MAKE AHEAD-OF-TIME TO SNACK ON THROUGHOUT THE WEEK. 40 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM August 2014

CHIA SEED PUDDING This Chia Seed Pudding is light, sweet and full of vanilla flavor. It may look and sound strange but I’ve found that even the healthfood naysayers are wowed by how much they love the way it tastes. Plus, it’s packed with incredible health benefits. Chia seeds contain one of the highest known plant sources of essential fatty acids (which can help boost metabolism, promote lean muscle mass and reduce blood pressure). This really easy recipe is great to make in individual cups to grab on-the-go for breakfast or for a quick (guiltfree) sweet treat.

INGREDIENTS • 1 cup vanilla-flavored unsweetened almond milk • 1 cup plain low-fat (2 percent) Greek yogurt • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup (preferably grade B), plus 4 teaspoons for serving • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract • Kosher salt • 1/4 cup chia seeds • 1 pint raspberries, washed and dried • 2 kiwis, skin removed and sliced

INSTRUCTIONS In a medium bowl, gently whisk the almond milk, yogurt, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, the vanilla and 1/8 teaspoon salt until just blended. Whisk in the chia seeds; let stand 30 minutes. Stir to distribute the seeds if they have settled. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

The next day, in a medium bowl, toss the berries with the remaining 4 teaspoons maple syrup.

Spoon the pudding into 4 bowls or glasses; mound the berry mixture on top and serve.

HEALTHY HUMMUS Hummus has always been a great go-to healthy snack. The primary ingredient in hummus is chickpeas, which are more popularly known as garbanzo beans. Chickpeas are highprotein legumes that do not contain any cholesterol or saturated fat. They are rich in protein and fiber and are effective in preventing the build up of cholesterol. Add in tahini (high in protein), olive oil (high monounsaturated fat), lemon juice and garlic (filled with antioxidants) and you’ve got a really satisfying dip that tastes incredible.

INGREDIENTS • 4 garlic cloves • 2 cups canned chickpeas, drained, liquid reserved • 1/3 cup tahini (sesame paste) • 6 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)

• 2 tablespoons water or liquid from the chickpeas • 3 Tablespoons olive oil • 2-3 teaspoons smoked paprika • 1-2 teaspoons cayenne pepper • 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt

INSTRUCTIONS Turn on the food processor fitted with the steel blade and drop the garlic down the feed tube; process until it’s minced. Add the chickpeas, tahini, garlic and lemon juice to the food processor and pulse until combined. Add the chickpea liquid (or water) and then olive oil through the feed tube with processor is on low speed until the hummus is coarsely pureed. Add in smoked paprika, cayenne pepper and salt to taste.

Garnish with smoked paprika and parsley.

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Go to stylingmyeveryday.com for even more healthy but tasty recipes.

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BETHLEHEM FISH FRY Story & Photography by K York The rains stopped, and the skies cleared just in time for the 40th annual Bethlehem Fish Fry at the Bethlehem United Methodist Church in Grassland. There was all you could eat catfish, sliced tomatoes and white beans, slaw and hushpuppies, bluegrass music and entertainment for the children that brought over 3,500 people to this local tradition! The monies raised support the missions of the church and the Kathy’s Backpack Program.

Dwayne, Anna & Marla Hastings, Kay & Peter Callahan

Kelly, Ava, David & Olivia Murphy

Hayley Welch, Amanda DeJong & Annie Costner

Isabel Campbell, Maureen Callahan & Elizabeth Kirk

Andrew, Ann Carol, Stephen & Sophia Giannotti

Natalie Spires, Pam Tenpenny & Alexandria Nixon Presley & Samantha Wright, Anne & Brad Helton, Jennifer Hill & Ellie Helton

Lisa McIntyre & Landon Mosier

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Olivia & Ruthie Cook, Jessica Markin & Ashlyn Cook

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LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY WOMAN OF THE YEAR EVENT Story & Photography Submitted A gourmet wine dinner and pool party was held in the natural resource community of Kings’ Chapel in Arrington to support the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Woman of the Year Campaign of Titans cheerleader Chasity Adkisson. Kings’ Chapel Chef Brian Cochrane prepared a sumptuous meal of Roast Pheasant Crepe, Duck Wellington & Miso-glazed Yellowtail all harvested by LP Building Products’ Rick Olszewski. The saltwater pool and cabana were the setting for an after dinner pool party with music by the Peter Pandemic Band with all proceeds benefiting LLS. Amy and Rick Olszewski, John Powell, Jim Keller

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BURGERS & BREWS Story & Photography by K York Young Professionals of the Williamson Chamber and Heritage Foundation along with the Young Professionals of the Williamson County Association of Realtors recently sponsored the Burgers & Brews Songwriters in the Round and fundraiser at the Eastern Flank Battlefield Park at Carnton. Local burger and brew vendors made it a very tasty event. Songwriters, Josh Jenkins, Steve Moakler and Ryan Hurd performed and made it a very entertaining event!

The funds raised benefit the Williamson County Youth Leadership and WCAR scholarship programs.

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BRENTWOOD ON THE 4TH Story & Photography by Sarah Bailey Hundreds came out to Crockett Park in Brentwood on the 4th of July. People set up picnics to enjoy the concert and fireworks. The Kadillacs performed at the Eddy Arnold Amphitheater, and there was plenty of dancing under the stars. Brentwood knows how to celebrate Independence Day in style!

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MAKE-A-WISH BLOCK PARTY WITH BOB PARKS REALTY Story & Photography by Rachel Weishaupt

Cindy & Michael Stanley, Keley & Yvonnda Roller

Make-A-Wish teamed up with local sponsor Bob Parks Realty for a night of fun supporting Walk for Wishes.

Guests gathered for a block party outside Bob Parks Realty in Brentwood for music, BBQ and giveaways. The night concluded with a balloon launch, which signified all the amazing wishes that have been granted. The 2014 Walk for Wishes event benefits Make-A-Wish Middle Tennessee. For more information about Make-A-Wish and Walk for Wishes please visit their Facebook page or middletennessee.wish.org.

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IN THE CLICK

BACK TO SCHOOL

Photography By K York Sadly, summer vacation is over, but there is always excitement and anticipation for the new school year.

We asked these students what they were looking forward to the most.

“Soccer” -Oscar Stecklein

“Seeing all my friends” -Emily Fredericksen

“I’m just starting school this year, and I think I’ll like everything.” -Lane Tyler Williams with Saige

“Meeting friends” -Mylee Martin

“Volunteering with Best Buddies” -Dae Iddings

“Field trips” -Paul & Kaelin Wade

SENIOR OLYMPICS BANQUET Story & Photography by K York The 34 annual statewide Senior Olympics State Finals competition ended their week-long event with a reception and banquet at Liberty Hall at the Factory. Guests arrived in toga attire and proudly wore their gold, silver and bronze medals. The banquet celebrated National Olympic Day and the Olympic Ideals of Fair Play, Perseverance, Respect and Sportsmanship.

This was the 10th year Franklin hosted the Olympics Finals promoting healthy lifestyles for seniors ages 50 and up. th

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HEALTH & WELLNESS PROFILE

SPECIAL SECTION: YOUR WILLIAMSON HEALTH & WELLNESS

DR. BALCH

PROSTHODONTICS DR. J. HEATH BALCH, DDS, MDS OWNER OF BRENTWOOD PROSTHODONTICS

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Have you juiced today? Have you tried Hot Yoga and CrossFit? Do you know what Spark is? Had that new Botox treatment? Did you know some claim Acupuncture increases fertility? How can you find the best care for your elderly mother? What diagnostic tests should you be getting each year?

On and on these questions could go. We are a health and wellness centric nation, albeit not the healthiest one. But it seems around every corner there is a new and revolutionary diet, product, service, test or workout that we can do to increase our health and wellness quotient.

Clearly based on the designation noted above, Williamson Countians stand out nationally when it comes to embracing being well. Good thing too – because here in our community we are surrounded by all options in all areas of every type of healthcare and wellness, fitness and beauty imaginable.

With beyond-compare healthcare and services provided by Williamson Medical Center, we don’t even have to leave our zip code to find the best in all our healthcare needs. We can even take care of our horses at nationally recognized Tennessee Equine Hospital in Thompson Station! Enjoy reading about some trends, facts and advice in this year’s Health & Wellness Guide.

Dr. J. Heath Balch, DDS, MDS is a prosthodontist and owner of Brentwood Prosthodontics located in Maryland Farms. He is a dentist who received three years of specialty training after dental school in a full-time residency program in Prosthodontics. Upon graduation from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in 2006, Dr. Balch worked in general dentistry for three years. While practicing as a general dentist, Dr. Balch saw that several patients needed complex comprehensive dental care.

Therefore, he made the decision to pursue a full-time three year Advanced Prosthodontic residency program in 2009 to specialize in restorative dentistry. Dr. Balch received his certificate in Advanced Prosthodontics and Master of Dental Science from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in 2012.

Dr. Balch trained extensively in implant, esthetic and reconstructive dentistry with a focus on guided implant surgery and full arch replacement of teeth. During his specialty training he gained extensive knowledge and expertise in the restoration of damaged teeth, replacement of missing teeth, placement and management of dental implants, restoration of optimal function to teeth and smile enhancement, management of TMJ abnormalities, and utilization of prosthetic replacements for missing oral, head and/or neck structures related to cancer, trauma, or birth defects.

Dr. Balch is an active member of the American College of Prosthodontists, the American Dental Association, the Tennessee Dental Association, the Nashville Dental Society, the Omnicron Kappa Upsilon Honorary Dental Society and the Southeastern Academy of Prosthodontics. Dr. Balch has given various presentations to small groups and at national meetings.

Dr. Balch provides comprehensive and individualized dental care for patients of all ages. He collaborates with other dental specialists to provide the highest quality of dental care. Dr. Balch and his wife Dana are glad to call Nashville their home and look forward to making lasting relationships within the community.

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YOUR BEST INTEREST

FIRST FARMERS

Long-Term Care Insurance: Do You Need It?

Your – and your family’s health is a precious commodity that shouldn’t be taken lightly no matter your age. Eating right, exercising and living smart all play a critical role in keeping you healthy for a long and happy life. One aspect of healthcare that is often overlooked is long-term care – intensive medical care you or your loved one may need should a catastrophic illness hit in your later years...when you might be living on a retirement income. I believe it’s wise for consumers to consider longterm care insurance to hedge against such a calamity from depleting their retirement nest egg.

According to LongTermCare.gov, 70% of people turning 65 today can expect to need some form of long-term care during their lives. In 2000, approximately 10 million US citizens used long-term care. One of the most expensive is nursing home care, which today averages $6,335 per month for a semi-private room. Women historically need nursing care for a longer period of time than men. So, based on the government’s averages, it is reasonable to expect the following costs:

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Thinking about it practically, if you don’t have much money to protect, there is probably no need to pay for long-term care insurance. That’s because the care will deplete most of your funds very quickly and you then would most likely qualify for Medicaid. If you’re wealthy (congratulations), you may be able to self-fund your care. Although, you might want to leverage some of your funds to pay for insurance that preserves some wealth.

Being practical, long-term care insurance is usually for those who are in the middle – not poor, but not rich either. These consumers are trying to simply stretch their money as much as possible. There are many ways to cover long-term care needs, ranging from pure long-term care insurance plans, to life insurance having long-term care riders to annuities with long-term care benefits. I strongly recommend you discuss these options with your financial advisor in order to get as many reasonably priced options as you can. Because here's the important point – at the moment you NEED long-term care, you can’t get it. Instead, you “buy” the insurance when you're healthy and usually pay for it long before you're sick. No one knows for sure if they will need it, but the odds are that most of us will.

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TAYLOR MADE SMILES

Raising Expectations, Realizing Dreams!

“Experience the Difference!” was the unrealized motto of Taylor Made Smiles until it was proposed through a patient, Colin, who entered Dr. Melissa Taylor Burton’s practice with his oral health in a challenging place.

He often had pain and hid his smile from the rest of the world.

Fate would intervene through a mutual project and an amazing transformation happened.

Through Sedation Dentistry Dr. Missy was able to quell fears and allowed Colin to have a smile he was proud of and wanted the world to witness! Each day Dr. Missy and her staff change lives and affect personalities for the better. The highlight of her opening Taylor Made Smiles is to make others happy, make others smile, take away some of the fears in dentistry all in a comfortable environment with caring and kind people who want the best for you with the highest technological advances.

This November, Taylor Made Smiles will celebrate 10 years serving Williamson County! This journey has taken Dr. Missy from her hometown of Cleveland, MS where she practiced with her father for 5 years to Historic Franklin! In that time, Dr. Missy has met many of the faces that make our community amazing. She followed a passion in dentistry through her own experiences as a patient in the dental chair, which led her to achieving her Fellowship in Dental Oral Conscious Sedation. Oral sedation allows trained dentists to create a relaxed, comfortable, and safe experience using established protocols with sedation medications specifically tailored to each patient.

This has allowed Dr. Missy to successfully treat many patients that would be underserved through traditional methods. Dr. Missy shares, “Sedation Dentistry has allowed me the pleasure to help people who thought their fears were too great to overcome and have neglected basic oral hygiene needs. Many people that choose to go the route of sedation dentistry often return with little to no memory of the appointment and often can transition to appointments without fear or sedation needed.

Another advantage sedation dentistry provides is the ability to maximize the amount of work that can be completed in as few appointments as possible. The possibilities are almost endless, we can literally complete

a treatment plan that would have required three or four appointments in a single morning.” Along with Sedation Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry is always a hot topic among the public. Cosmetic Dentistry is truly more art than science, in this medium we are able to transform your mouth and smile. A healthy, attractive smile is an important facet of life. It impacts your health, self esteem and relationships. Dr. Missy is often asked to transform someone’s teeth into the smile they have dreamed of their entire life. In her eyes, “The biggest step in achieving that smile is making the first appointment successful, and my main objective is to listen. There is not a formula for the perfect smile. Everyone is different and has their idea of what they hope to accomplish.”

“Experience the Difference!” was born after a friend finished treatment and asked if it was known Taylor Made Smiles had a motto? Dr. Missy was blown away when Colin asked if we knew that was how he felt about the practice. Colin waited many years before coming into Taylor Made Smiles, from the first appointment to his last the staff maintained a high level of professionalism and never chastised him for his current state of oral health. Dr. Missy and her team were able to open doors and barriers that had long kept him from the help he needed. This was the Difference he Experienced and our motto was born. Dr. Missy states “We have tried so hard in many ways to differentiate ourselves from every other practice in Williamson County. Step through our 100+ year old door and we think you will agree, the distinct décor and ambiance is meant to set the tone for your experience. When you are here I want you to feel like you are a friend in my home! My office door is open and I welcome the stories of how your children are doing in their current ventures. As a provider, it is amazing to see children grow up before my eyes and some are now in college. Being side by side through these life journeys mean everything to me as their dentist and friend.

We are always excited to welcome new faces into our practice and begin to share those stories together.” For more information on Dr. Missy’s practice, please visit www.taylormadesmiles.com

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YOUR COMMUNITY PARTNER

WILLIAMSON MEDICAL CENTER

Williamson Medical Center Keeps Pace WITH THE C OM M UNI TI ES I T SERVES

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illiamson Medical Center has been one of the cornerstones of Williamson County for more than 60 years. Since its inception on Franklin’s Main Street in 1957, Williamson Medical Center has been in a near constant state of expansion, always striving to stay just a bit ahead of Williamson County’s unbelievable growth -- and this year is no exception.

GROWING SOUTH What’s different about 2014 is that it marks a huge effort to extend the front door of Williamson Medical Center into the communities it serves. At the beginning of the year, Williamson Medical Center opened Williamson Medical Group at Tollgate Medical Plaza in Thompson’s Station, which houses an internal medicine physician practice led by Scott Lieberman, M.D., and also includes a lab draw station, physical therapy and outpatient imaging. Williamson Medical Center recently bolstered its Tollgate offering by adding office hours for pulmonologist Devin Sherman, M.D. and sleep medicine physician Aaron Milstone, M.D. at the Thompson’s Station medical building.

“We are excited to be bringing our sleep and pulmonary services to a second location,” Milstone said. “We are one of the few sleep centers in Williamson County that has an accredited program, so we look forward to being able to provide a more convenient appointment for our existing and future patients in southern Williamson County.”

University Medical Center on several levels, including a joint venture to co-brand several walk-in clinics across Williamson County. Cobranded clinics are already open on Highway 96 in Franklin, the Campbell Station area of Spring Hill and its newest location in Cool Springs at McEwen and Mallory Lane. A fourth location planned for the Town Center area of Brentwood that is slated to open this fall.

VIRTUAL GROWTH In addition to our physical growth, we have expanded our online resources to provide health and wellness information right at your fingertips. Our new health website, Healthy U, includes articles written by our credentialed physicians, registered nurses and dietitians, and certified exercise physiologists. Be sure to bookmark our Healthy U website at williamsonmedicalcenter. org/healthyu. You can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter (@ williamson_med) to receive daily health tips directly from Healthy U.

WILLIAMSON MEDICAL GROUP Williamson Medical Center extended its new Williamson Medical Group brand throughout Williamson County by bringing all of its physician practices, including surgery, family and internal medicine, pulmonary, sleep and travel medicine under the Williamson Medical Group brand.

FOR THE KIDS And last but not least, Williamson Medical Center is officially under construction on two new expansions on its Franklin campus. The Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital Vanderbilt at Williamson Medical Center will house a dedicated pediatric Emergency Department and multiple inpatient pediatric beds and is slated to open in Spring 2015. The building will also house future expansion space for Williamson Medical Center.

Additionally, another building is being constructed for expansion of the growing surgery program at Williamson Medical Center. This will not only enlarge and broaden the scope of the existing surgery suites, but will add additional surgical suites as well. Williamson Medical Center is becoming known as one of the best places to have orthopedic, cardiovascular and vascular surgeries due to their top-notch roster of credentialed surgeons, advances in post-operative rehab and overall ease of access. So if you haven’t visited Williamson Medical Center lately, call us or come by for a tour. You might be surprised what a jewel you have right here in your backyard.

PARTNERS IN HEALTH Williamson Medical Center has also joined forces with Vanderbilt

For more information about WMC, visit www.williamsonmedicalcenter.org or Williamson Medical Group at www.williamsonmedicalgroup.com.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS PROFILE

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PROSTATE HEALTH ALTHOUGH SMALL, THE PROSTATE CAN CAUSE BIG TROUBLE AS MEN AGE Most people have heard of prostate cancer, which is the secondmost common cancer in men and the leading cancer in men over 50. It is a cancer that is hard to prevent, it’s not hereditary (although family history is important), it generally comes with age, and there are no clear early warning signs.

NO SIGNS What the early warning signs are for prostate cancer? There are none. In the early, curative phases, it is essentially asymptomatic.

By the time you have symptoms of prostate cancer, such as pain, difficulty urinating or sexual dysfunction, it has advanced beyond the curative phase and at that point we are only able to treat the symptoms.

BPA AND PROSTATITIS Other fairly common prostate issues are benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or prostatitis. BPH is a natural enlargement of the prostate that happens in all men as they age. It creates symptoms of bladder outlet obstruction so men will feel hesitancy with urination, slow stream or double voiding. It can be corrected with medication or surgery. Prostatitis is inflammation or infection of the prostate which can occur as early as puberty into advanced age. It’s not dangerous, but it can be annoying. Symptoms include abdominal or pelvic pain, slow urinary stream, hesitancy and frequency. It is treated with antibiotics and removal of certain foods that can aggravate it such as caffeine.

DETECTION METHODS Just because there aren’t obvious warning signs doesn’t mean that we can’t be proactive in early detection. The PSA test, or prostatespecific antigen test, is a blood test. If you have an elevated PSA, it doesn’t mean you have prostate cancer, it just means we need to closely monitor your PSA levels. If those levels are consistently high, we would do a transrectal ultrasound and biopsy, which gives us more information.

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Few men under age 40 need to have the PSA test. A man between the ages of 40 and 54 with a strong family history, African American men or men with an abnormal prostate exam, should be paying attention. Between the ages of 54 and 75, we recommend every man have an annual PSA test, which can even sometimes be bi-annually if PSA levels are extremely low. If there are family members either on the mother or the father’s side who have had prostate cancer, it does increase your risk and you will need to be monitored.

Joel Locke, M.D. is a board-certified urologist with Urology Associates in Franklin and is a credentialed physician at Williamson Medical Center.

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GRACE HEALTHCARE SUMMER EVENT Story & Photography by K York Grace Healthcare of Franklin held their first summer extravaganza on the grounds of the facility on West Main Street in Franklin. The event kicked off the summer with lots of fun for everyone! There were children’s games, tattoo and face painting, a jump zone, and pets for adoption by the Williamson County Animal Shelter. The event featured a raffle and a silent auction, live music and a cookout.

Grace Healthcare facilities go above and beyond to create a warm and caring environment providing peace of mind for the residents and their families.

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SADDLE UP! MORE THAN JUST A PONY RIDE Therapeutic riding is now an accepted and applauded method for treating adults and children with many different disabilities and medical needs.

Saddle Up!’s mission is to provide children and youth with disabilities the opportunity to grow and develop through therapeutic, educational and recreational activities with horses. This year they will serve nearly 190 children and youth. More than half are from Williamson County, another 34% from Davidson County, and the rest from eight other counties in the Middle Tennessee area. They deal daily with more than 50 types of disabilities as defined by federal law including: Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Spina Bifida, Pervasive Developmental Delay, Autism, non-

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Stephanie & Braxton Tywater

Megan Hudson & June Mink

John, Eva & Zoe Evans

Diana, Jordan, Jake & Luke Litz

Amanda McCabe, Annie Osteen & Marlie Disch

Mark Basenbery with Kobe, Ann Mears with Sigourney & Linda Rooney with Fred

SADDLE UP! verbal disorders, visual and hearing loss, developmental and learning disabilities, and many others. For any child, mounting a horse can be a frightening prospect.

But before long, all of the children are wearing heartwarming grins that lift the heart. The opportunity for them to leave

behind the world of special classes, tutors, doctors, hospitals and medicine is often more therapy than the best educational or medical minds can deliver.

This experience has multiple opportunities

for students to increase physical skills, social skills and communication skills.

Saddle Up! provides more than just a good time. Research shows that students who participate in therapeutic riding can experience physical, emotional and mental rewards. For individuals with impaired mobility, horseback riding gently and rhythmically moves their bodies in a manner similar to a human walking gait. The rider must continuously contract and relax muscles to re-balance, improving balance, strength and flexibility. Saddle Up! is where “horsing around” really makes a difference.

Saddle Up! is the oldest and largest program of its kind in the region, and the only one exclusively serving children and youth who have disabilities. They are a Premier Center accredited by PATH (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship) International. Saddle Up! is located at 1549 Old Hillsboro Road Franklin, TN 37069-9136, 615-794-1150 www.saddleupnashville.org.

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SITTERS ETC.

SITTERS ETC. STRUGGLING WITH CARING FOR AN AGING LOVED ONE?

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s an increasing number of the populations ages past 65, services for the care of elderly family members becomes more and more important. Sitters Etc, headquartered in Brentwood, has built a business to help manage those needs.

In the late 1990s, Beau Brothers and his family in northeast Arkansas encountered the same frustrating dilemma that many families face when seeking qualified inhome assistance for a loved one. “When my grandmother began needing help at home on a full-time basis, we couldn’t find licensed, bonded and insured caregivers,” Beau recalls. “None of the Caregivers were officially managed or trained, nor were they even screened for a history of criminal involvement. My family and I had very little peace of mind that my grandmother’s needs were being met. From this experience, we realized a real opportunity to help other people in a similar situation.” Beau and his wife Kimberly Brothers have vested their time and energies toward providing the BEST CARE in the non-medical homecare field. They have found that COMPASSIONATE caregivers are sometimes the best medicine for one facing the end of life’s journey and for the family enduring the pain of loss.

PERSONAL CARE • Grooming and Dressing • Bathing • Continence Care • Mobility • Oral Care • Hair Care COMPANIONSHIP • Providing lively conversation

• Reminiscing about past experiences • Discussing past and historical events • Stimulating mental awareness • Accompanying to lunch/dinner • Escorting to church or other events • Picking up prescriptions • Transporting and running errands • Medication Reminders MEAL PREPARATION • Adhering to dietary restrictions/needs • Planning and preparing meals; cleaning up afterward • Assisting client with eating • Cleaning up afterward LIGHT HOUSEKEEPING: • Dusting furniture • Vacuuming, sweeping, mopping floors • Changing linens and making beds • Cleaning laundry and ironing • Cleaning bathrooms • Taking out garbage ERRANDS • Transportation OUR SPECIALTIES ALSO INCLUDE: • Post-surgical recoveries • Alzheimer’s patients • Dementia patients • Rehab patients BE A PART OF A 12-YEAR CULTURE OF CARING® OPEN YOUR OWN SITTERS ETC FRANCHISE The Difference • We established a system of best practices BEFORE we franchised our opportunity!

• We operate 9 corporate offices in Tennessee & Arkansas, providing a built-in

platform for continuous improvement.

• We deploy 300+ caregivers who provide 300,000 hours of care annually.

• Our proven systems and processes offer a unique approach to differentiation.

Sitters Etc. is a member of The Alzheimer’s Association — the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research. Its mission is to • eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research.

• to provide and enhance care and support for all affected.

• to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

New locations coming soon in Florida and Kentucky! And more to come!

If you or an aging family member are in need of home care services, Sitters Etc. has office locations to serve you throughout Tennessee and Arkansas.

Go to www.sittersetc.com to learn more about our services. Search by zip code, email bbrothers@sittersetc.com or call (877)401-5858 for information and pricing. We are here to answer your questions and serve all of your senior care needs.

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YOUR FITNESS

CROSSFIT

CROSSFIT COOL SPRINGS OWNER AND HEAD COACH TALKS TRUTHS ABOUT POPULAR FITNESS PROGRAM

By James Hurlburt Owner, CrossFit Cool Springs You’ve probably heard a lot of things about CrossFit, and some of them might even be true! CrossFit has simultaneously become one of the most popular and the most widely misunderstood exercise programs to hit the mainstream in decades. What I want to explore here are the truths about CrossFit that explain why numbers of CrossFit facilities (called “boxes”), certified coaches and participants is growing exponentially, while the community of CrossFitters is getting fitter, stronger and more prepared for daily life. Just because you run, doesn’t mean you do marathons. Not all cyclists are Tour de France caliber athletes. And the same is true with CrossFit. Just because it has a reputation for being hard, doesn’t mean every crossfitter can throw a tractor tire across the parking lot.

CROSSFIT 101 Greg Glassman, the mastermind behind CrossFit, defines it as constantly varied, functional movements performed at high intensity. What that means, in its simplest terms, is we make workouts more functional, more spontaneous and most importantly: more productive. Doing the same workout on a regular schedule just creates muscle memory that will cause plateaus in your progress. The secret to a great exercise routine is constant muscle confusion. In CrossFit, you experience a

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new workout every time you come in the door. At CrossFit, we believe the body is the machine. The positions you hold and the way you isolate each muscle with different machines in a traditional gym, just doesn’t carry over into a real life application. But every day you lift things, you squat down to pick something up, you sit and stand.

Those are functional movements and those are the foundation of CrossFit. It is our goal to take you through a series of challenging movements with your body’s natural range of motion.

KICK IT UP A NOTCH So we take the functional movements, mix them up and then add a little intensity to the mix. You’ve maybe heard CrossFit referred to as the “sport of fitness.” We layer in an element of competition. Depending on how you are wired, you may see that as competition with fellow CrossFitters or it can simply be you competing with your own performance the last time you were here.

We create workouts that are based around time or a designated number of rounds.

This completion-driven structure creates an eagerness that encourages the athlete to complete it quickly but never at the compromise of good form.

SCALE IT, PLEASE For those of you reading this who are already thinking “this is going to be too hard,” we have a solution. We call it scalability. Every single movement in CrossFit can be scaled to appropriately challenge the athlete performing it. Maybe you can’t do a pull-up. We give you a big rubber band for added assistance until you

are able to build the strength to do them without the band. At CrossFit Cool Springs, we have a 70-year-old grandmother and a leg amputee working out alongside a 17-yearold gymnast and extremely strong weight lifters. They are all doing the same workout, just at varying levels of difficulty so it’s appropriately challenging to each person.

COMMUNITY Probably the most unique aspect of CrossFit is the community. The varying groups I mentioned before all have a mutual respect for each other. Although the gymnast may finish first, she is completely inspired by the tenacity of the amputee. One of the CrossFit community’s favorite sayings is that we are the only sport where the last finisher receives the loudest applause. And it’s true.

BEGINNERS No reputable CrossFit facility should let a beginner jump right in without building a solid foundation and understanding of the movements first. With so many different elements involved in CrossFit, it is extremely important that an athlete be given some sound direction. With every person that comes through our door, we evaluate their current experience and determine where their starting point should be.

Some great additional resources online for reputable information are found at crossfit. com and crossfitjournal.com. We encourage you to give it a chance. Your body will thank you for it.

For more info on CrossFit Cool Springs, visit www.crossfitcoolsprings.com.

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TN EQUINE

TENNESSEE EQUINE HOSPITAL Horse owners love and treat their horses like family members. When a family member is sick, they go to a place with quality service and healthcare. In Williamson County, owners can find that same level of care for their horses. In the past, whenever an ill or injured horse in Middle Tennessee required sophisticated surgery or a specialized diagnostic procedure, the horse and owner faced a long distance trailer ride, adding significance stress, and inconvenience to an already difficult situation. Today, the region’s owners, trainers, and referring veterinarians have access that same high-level of medical and surgical care in Middle Tennessee at Tennessee Equine Hospital. With its major expansion in 2009, TEH joined an elite list of the nation’s top equine facilities that provide cutting-edge, diagnostic, regenerative, surgical and rehabilitative services, as well as comprehensive wellness and general health care. There are 11 on-staff veterinarians, including a board-certified surgeon, a board-certified internist specialist, a chiropractor, 5 general practitioners and 3 resident interns.

While the TEH team treats horses of all breeds and disciplines, the facility specializes in sport horses. They are nationally known for skill and proficiency in lameness treatments, regenerative procedures and diagnostics. In April 2014, TEH has installed the first enhanced Esaote O-scan 0.31 Tesla MRI system that provides high quality images and is the fastest low-field scanner available. “Having the information an MRI can deliver has expanded our knowledge and treatment approaches for our patients,” according to Dr. Monty McInturff, DVM and managing partner of TEH. All MRI images are sent directly to internationally renowned, board certified radiologist Dr. Alexia McKnight who assess the images and sends a report within 24 hours, so treatment options can be determined quickly.

Top equine athletes from across the Southeast come from all over the region to the hospital. The hospital also serves as the official

veterinarians for Nashville’s Iroquois Steeplechase, an honor earned by the hospital’s reputation and dedication to horse care.

The Hospital’s team is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to provide exceptional level of experience, innovation and excellence.

For more information visit: www.tnequinehospital.com.

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PET CARE

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Interview - Interview the kennel on the phone. Make a surprise visit or tour the facility. Is the place clean?

Vaccines - Does your pet need any special vaccines for this kennel? Do they need a copy of the vaccine record?

Normal vaccines required are: DPP: One- or three-year vaccine required. Bordetella: Required every 12 months. Rabies: One- or three-year vaccine required.

Canine Influenza: Not usually required but recommended.

What is the Dog’s Schedule? - How often do they go out? Where are they walked? For how long? Is that enough to make your pet happy? Will you dog interact with other dogs?

Feeding Instructions - Consider taking your dogs own food and request that they kennel only feed his food.

Contact Information - Ensure that the kennel has your numbers where you can be reached in the case of an emergency. Include your cell phone and any emergency contacts.

Emergency Instructions - Leave instructions on what you do and don’t want and a contact number or credit card number for emergency medical .

Medical History - Obtain a copy of your pets pertinent medical record from your vet and give a copy to the kennel. Include any behavioral quirks e.g. aggressive to other dogs or if he hates cats 8. Happiness – Check with the boarding facility to see if your animal is allowed to bring personal toys.

Because it is a new environment, bringing small items from home can help them feel more comfortable.

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WMC

FLU MYTHS EPIDEMIOLOGIST SAYS THE FLU VACCINE DOES WORK DESPITE MYTHS With influenza season about to kick into high gear, it’s an important time to revisit the importance of getting vaccinated against the influenza virus. As with any disease that gets as much press as the flu, there is an abundance of misinformation about influenza and the vaccination against it. The main misconception is that the flu vaccine doesn’t work. It does work (it will reduce severe influenza by about 60 percent). The truth is it’s not as effective as some of our better immunizations, but not as effective does not mean not effective. The vaccine is still very good and can prevent you from getting the disease or developing serious complications from it. But that’s just one of many questions we get in regards to the flu. So here’s a review of some of the more common misconceptions and what we recommend: THE VACCINE GAVE ME THE FLU. We’ve all heard someone say they got a flu shot and then got sick.

What I teach people is that some people get sick (even with confirmed influenza infection) after they get vaccinated, but it’s not because of the shot. I explain that vaccinations occur during the fall and winter, a time when other respiratory viruses are circulating (and those won’t be prevented by the influenza vaccine). Also, it takes a few weeks to build up your immunity after the vaccine. But it’s impossible to get the flu from the shot because there’s no live virus in it.

I NEVER GET SICK, SO I DON’T NEED THE VACCINE. Getting immunized isn’t just for you, but for the people around you. We are in this together as a population, and we should try not to spread influenza to others. If you feel like you don’t ever get the flu, you still don’t want to spread it to others. Healthy adults can be infected with the virus and not have symptoms.

I DON’T NEED THE VACCINE BECAUSE I AM PREGNANT OR AM AROUND SOMEONE WITH A WEAK IMMUNE SYSTEM The vaccination is safe for pregnant women and influenza infection can lead to complications in such patients, so you should be vaccinated if you are pregnant. The risk from getting the flu is much worse for your fetus than the flu shot. In addition, living with someone with a weak immune system is a major reason to get vaccinated.

The Flu is primarily transported through respiratory sources such as coughing and sneezing. It’s just in the air and to a lesser degree our hands. The best way to prevent the flu is to get vaccinated. Then cover your mouth when you cough and sneeze and if you do get sick – stay home. Stay away from other people.

Tom Talbot, MD MPH FSHEA FIDSA, is Associate Professor of Medicine and Preventive Medicine at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine; Chief Hospital Epidemiologist for Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Hospital Epidemiologist for Williamson Medical Center.

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RELAY FOR LIFE Story & Photography by K York The Williamson County Relay for Life was held at its new venue at Harlinsdale Park this summer. The event kicked off with a survivor’s breakfast under the stately old shade trees of the historic farm. A Survivors lap and a Caregivers lap followed the opening ceremonies. There was a petting zoo and lots of games and activities for the children. Live music entertained the crowds all day and there was plenty of great food for everyone. The Relay raises monies to fight all cancers. It brings the community together to celebrate cancer survivors and to remember those who lost their battle with the disease.

Curves Purple Passion Power Team

Alexia & Michael Williams

Ron Martin, Natalie & Melanie Williams, Melissa Martin & Gabby Sheffield

Taylor, Wesley & Nicole Wallace

McKenna, Stephanie & Lindsay White

Hannah, Dylan, Noah, Audria & J.D. Frattini

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WILLIAMSON MEDICAL CENTER

ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY REVERSE SHOULDER REPLACEMENTS

Although I also frequently treat knee and elbow injuries, my clinical practice and research is largely focused on the shoulder. Unless you play baseball or other overhead throwing sports such as tennis or volleyball, you might not even think much about it on a daily basis.

The shoulder is a joint that can be affected by both overuse as well as lack of use.

We essentially rebuild the shoulder joint – backwards. We replace the balland-socket that make up the shoulder joint and put the ball on the socket side and the socket on the ball side, allowing the deltoid muscle to raise the arm even without a rotator cuff.

A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN One problem with youth sports today is early specialization. Instead of playing football, baseball and basketball, like we used to do 20 years ago, kids are now playing just one sport all year long in different leagues. The mindset is that the more a child works on his or her pitching, the better he or she will become. Perhaps, but it also makes the child a perfect candidate for an overuse injury, and we are seeing these as early as little league.

A good candidate for the reverse replacement is someone with a chronic rotator cuff tear and arthritis that fails to respond to physical therapy.

If you have a chronic, massive rotator cuff tear and can’t raise your arm, you may now have an option.

THE REST OF US There is also a large part of my patient population that has quite possibly never touched a baseball. We are seeing an increase in shoulder arthritis, fractures, and dysfunction in the aging population.

As public health improves and people live longer, 60 is the new 50 and 50 is the new 40. People are more active as they age. They are playing tennis and other sports later in life and putting more stress on their joints than previous generations.

Most people’s aerobic workouts consist mainly of lower extremity activities such as running on a treadmill or cycling. Then they get out and paint their entire deck over the weekend and can’t lift their arms the next day. It is a combination of lack of conditioning followed by trying to do too much at once.

REVERSE REPLACEMENT OPTION The good news is that there are some newer procedures, like the reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (replacement) that can fix many of these problems.

I am fellowship trained to perform reverse total shoulder replacement and have done extensive research on shoulder injuries in athletes.

This procedure can even repair a failed previous shoulder replacement or a complex fracture of the shoulder in a patient with osteoporosis.

POST – OP Despite the fact that we rebuild your shoulder joint in “reverse” fashion, the rehabilitation and recovery are essentially the same as a standard replacement. I perform all of my shoulder replacements at Williamson Medical Center and it is an inpatient procedure. Most people are in the hospital one to two nights, remain in a sling for six weeks, and go to physical therapy for two to three months afterward.

Ian Byram, M.D. is an orthopaedic surgeon with Vanderbilt Bone and Joint Clinic in Franklin and Spring Hill. He has done numerous research studies on rotator cuff and throwing injuries and has completed a fellowship in shoulder, elbow, and sports medicine at Columbia University in New York.

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THE FOUNTAINS OF FRANKLIN BIRTHDAY PARTY Story & Photography by Adam Sanner The Fountains of Franklin Senior Living Community celebrated their one-year birthday in June. Family and friends were invited to share a day of great food, music and fun activities at the beautiful senior living facility.

Lucille Hardin Ricki & Gary Keckley

Barbara and Bill Ewin & Margaret Martin

Elle Vogelsang, Lilly Agee & Shamrock the pony

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Bob Porter & Kelly Ebb

Linda Haedge & Gary Keckley

WILLIAMSON MEDICAL CENTER

SWEET DREAMS DON’T LET STRESS CREEP INTO YOUR BED AND ROB YOU OF VITAL SLEEP TIME Everything from insomnia to snoring and stress can invade our precious time of rest that our bodies desperately need. It’s important to realize how necessary a good night’s sleep really is and to be aware of all the ways inadequate sleep can affect us during the day.

WHY DO WE SLEEP? Eight hours is a long time to carve out of a busy schedule. But you need to keep in mind that sleep is the restorative phase of the day for the body. The immune system is enhanced by sleep and it also allows some of the vital organs to rest. Your heart rate and blood pressure are lower when you sleep. It is also a critical to how you function during the day. If you are sleep deprived it can have multiple effects.

You lose your ability to concentrate and it may cause you to be forgetful.

THE TIRED AND THE RESTLESS Not getting enough sleep can leave you, among other things, feeling groggy, which can affect just about everything you do throughout the day. Grogginess could mean many things. Medications you take at night can carry over to the morning, or interactions between something you ingest like alcohol.

INSOMNIA AND DEPRESSION Grogginess is not ideal, but it can be minor compared to other

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conditions that can be caused by lack of sleep. People who suffer from insomnia have a very high rate of depression and depression itself may cause insomnia. In fact, 50 percent of patients with insomnia can have depression.

ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES FOR INSOMNIA First and foremost, I think it is critical to maintain a set sleep and wake time. Consistency trains the brain to realize that it is time for sleep. With insomnia, a person lies in bed trying to fall asleep and the mind begins to associate the bedroom with wakefulness, not sleep. If you can’t fall asleep in bed, don’t lie there beyond 10 minutes. Get up and do some mundane task until you get sleepy.

IS EIGHT HOURS ENOUGH? The current accepted amount is 7 to 8 hours a night for an average adult. The best way to know the optimal number of hours of sleep you need is how you function during the day. If you have a good energy level, you are getting adequate hours.

Aaron Milstone, M.D. is board certified in internal medicine, pulmonary disease, sleep medicine and critical care. He is n staff at Williamson Medical Center.

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WILLIAMSON MEDICAL CENTER

KNOW YOUR MEDS KEEP COMPLETE MEDICATION LISTS HANDY AND UNDERSTAND WHAT YOU TAKE With the rise of chronic illness and obesity, we have seen a surge in the number of prescription medications that are being prescribed. There are more than 140,000 different prescription drug types available and countless more over-the-counter medications and supplements widely available and easily accessible.

The more medications we take on a daily basis, the greater risk we have of experiencing adverse—and potentially lethal—reactions. The average adult with one chronic illness takes up to five prescription drugs per day. You can help prevent the occurrence of dangerous side effects by maintaining an accurate list of all medications and understanding what you are taking and why.

KEEP AN ACCURATE LIST There are many different ways to keep a list.

With modern technology many people have taken to keeping a spreadsheet or using a smartphone app, but an old-fashioned list on paper is just as good as anything. At Williamson Medical Center, we provide a card that easily folds and fits inside a wallet or purse. The key to the list is to keep it up to date.

Be sure to include over-the-counter medications on your list because even over-the-counter drugs can interfere with prescribed medications. Other common items to include are vitamins, supplements, creams, patches, lotions, ear drops and eye drops.

When writing out a list of home medications, be accurate and thorough.

Your health care providers will need the name of the medication (spelled correctly), the prescribed dose or the over-the-counter instructions, how you take it (i.e., by mouth), time of day you take it, and any other pertinent information. Taking a complete list to all doctor visits and hospital stays is the best way to communicate.

UNDERSTAND YOUR MEDS Keeping up with medications can be confusing. However, knowing what is prescribed and why you are taking it is crucial for your safety. It’s important to know the following information for each of your meds: • What is the drug used for? Some drugs have multiple uses. Understanding what the doctor has prescribed this medication for will help explain what results can be expected.

attention is imperative. By having your complete, up-to-date medication list with you at all times, your pharmacist, doctor, or nurse can accurately check for negative interactions between drugs that have been prescribed to you and any overthe-counter drugs or supplements you’re currently taking.

The quality of health care increases when patients take an active role in knowing and understanding their medications. No matter how you decide to keep up with the information, maintaining an accurate and thorough list of ALL medications and supplements that you take could save your life.

For more information on this and other topics, visit our blog by going to www. williamsonmedicalcenter.org and clicking on the HealthyU icon.

• How and when should the drug be taken? If you do not understand the directions written on the prescription, ask the doctor, pharmacist, or nurse to help explain. Taking the drug the wrong way or at the wrong time can be dangerous.

• What are the side effects and what could interact with this drug? Almost every drug has side effects. Understanding which side effects require medical

Amanda Daniel, R.N., is Clinical Coordinator for the Joint and Spine Center and Fourth Floor Nursing at Williamson Medical Center.

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YOUR WINE GUY

JIMBO ELMERICK

Drink ONE OF MY FAVORITE JOKES TO MAKE IN SOCIAL SETTINGS ABOUT WINE IS “I DRINK A GLASS OF WINE EVERY NIGHT FOR ITS HEALTH BENEFITS. THE OTHER GLASSES ARE FOR MY QUICK WIT AND KILLER DANCE MOVES.”

TO YOUR

Health

THAT SAID, IT’S BECOMING HARDER AND HARDER TO IGNORE THE BUMPER CROP OF GOOD NEWS ABOUT MODERATE WINE CONSUMPTION AS DEFINED BY THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION AS ONE TO

TWO FOUR-OUNCE GLASSES A DAY. FROM IMPROVED BRAIN FUNCTION TO REDUCED RISK OF SOME TYPES OF CANCER, WINE IS QUICKLY BECOMING THE NEXT SUPERFOOD. POUR YOURSELF A GLASS, LET’S GET INTO IT.

Several years ago, Food & Wine magazine published a meta-analysis of several studies on the health benefits of wine. One study, conducted in Iceland way back in 2003, cited a thirty-two percent reduction in the risk of developing cataracts in moderate drinkers versus nondrinkers. Furthermore, wine drinkers enjoyed a forty-three percent risk reduction compared to those who drank mostly beer. The Scandinavians were onto something: a study in Finland examined a group of twenty-four hundred men over the course of twenty-nine years, and found that wine drinkers have a thirty-four percent lower mortality rate than beer or spirit drinkers. Drink wine, see better, live longer? Good enough for me! The same article discussed the impact of wine consumption on brain function.

A Columbia University study of over fourteen hundred people discovered that brain activity declines “markedly faster” in teetotalers than in moderate drinkers. This study gained enough attention that it was published in the Neuroepidemiology (try pronouncing that after a couple glasses of wine) Journal in 2006.

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Wine consumption has also been found to help fight certain types of cancer. Scientists in the UK found that moderate red wine intake reduced the rate of bowel tumors (also known as colon cancer) by fifty percent. And while excess consumption can increase the risk of breast cancer, having a glass or two of red wine a day has actually been shown to have the exact opposite effect. According to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, powerful chemicals found in the seeds and skin of red grapes (more on those in a minute) reduce estrogen levels while boosting testosterone in premenopausal women, thus reducing the risk of developing breast cancer. Kaiser Permanente (another giant in the medical field) and its team of researchers found that red wine may reduce the risk of lung cancer, particularly among smokers, citing the high levels of antioxidants present in red grapes.

The most-touted benefit to drinking wine is an improvement in cardiovascular health. Harvard published a study, spanning sixteen years and eleven thousand subjects, finding that moderate drinkers with high blood pressure were thirty percent less likely to have a heart attack than nondrinkers. Additionally, researchers at Columbia University spent eight years examining the role of alcohol consumption in the risk of stroke, and found that the risk is cut in half for moderate drinkers. Heart disease, the leading cause of death in our country, is reduced by moderate wine consumption, according to a myriad of studies. So what’s the magic ingredient in wine that can make our hearts healthy? There are actually two: procyanidins and reservatrol. Procyanidins are found in the tannins in red wine and protect the heart against disease by fighting harmful free radicals in the body. What’s more, procyanidins promote heart health by protecting the inner lining of our arteries.

Reservatrol, found in grape seeds and skins, naturally fights off bacteria while also reducing the “bad” cholesterol and preventing blood clots. Both of these superstars are more prevalent in red wine than in white, because red wine grapes are processed with their skins intact. Pass the Pinot Noir, please.

Medical News Today traces the history of wine being thought of as beneficial to one’s health all the way back to ancient Greece. Hippocrates, frequently referred to as the father of western medicine, encouraged drinking wine as part of a healthy diet. He even claimed that wine was good for alleviating pain during childbirth, as a liquid for medication consumption, and for disinfecting wounds. In the Bible, Paul the Apostle wrote in his first epistle to Timothy that a little wine once in a while would help digestion. Wine’s starring role in history is largely due to the fact that safe drinking water was often scarce. During a cholera epidemic in Germany in the 1800s, wine was used to sterilize drinking water. Though I’m eternally thankful that we don’t have this problem today, I can’t fault the Germans for their ingenuity! Now that you’re armed with plenty of knowledge, backed up by science and history, raise your glass with confidence that you’re doing something good for yourself. I can’t think of anything better to drink to than that. Cheers!

YOUR DINING GUIDE

LAURYN SALASSI GILLIAM

The summer rush is on, and it smells like fresh ginger, lemon, greens and a hint of honey at The Juice Bar. You sway to upbeat spa-like electronica with the rhythm of the blenders buzzing like bees in the background. Like an old country store the staff is busy remembering names and welcoming returning customers after vacations or business trips like family. But, this is no old country store...the mercantile in this juice joint is new age but not in the way of days gone by when new age referred more to Birkenstocks and Jerry Garcia....it’s new age in the way of new ways to appeal to the health conscious. They understand the appeal and need for a fast food approach to providing their customers with a quick option with the caveat of good, quality, healthy and flavorful foods. And, because they appreciate the need for balance, the rumor is they won’t give you the beat down if they see you at a local burger joint.

You know your health is serious to John and Vui Hunt when part of their policy is no phone so they can focus on bringing their best customer service and quality products to their followers! This is a Cinderella story of a couple who fell in love and followed their dreams that led them to an old sub shop listed for sale on Craigslist in February 2013. Nestled off of Old Hickory and Franklin Rd you can find the hidden gem of the health food conscious and the people who follow flavorful, fresh and local eats and treats. Striving to provide the best, most of their products are vegetarian, dairy and gluten free as well as organic, non-GMO and or local if possible. Dive into the Green Smoothie...this chilled green concoction consists of a blend of spinach, kale, pineapple, banana, lemon, apple and coconut milk. You will not hate your spinach after this one my friends...it’s green and it’s proud but it’s delish...gone are the days of green means gross...this will cool you down, wet your whistle and give you one powerful punch of healthy! If you want something slightly more filling and you like the combination of chocolate and bananas, try the Cocoa Banana smoothie. A blend of cocoa powder, peanut butter, banana, spinach and coconut milk you won’t believe this is good for you! It’s like having your veggie, carb and protein all in one meal but tasting more like dessert. If you are anything like me you have to actually go through the motion of chewing something to feel satisfied...that is

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why I loved the juice options choosing from some of the fan fave’s such as Ginger Greens, Orange You Glad, Sweet Greens (ginger greens sans ginger) or We got the Beet and pair that with the kale salad or the fresh rice paper veggie spring rolls. Cool crisp veggies wrapped in a soothing rice paper and served with peanut sauce that’s more like au jus, light and flavorful with just a lil kick...fresh mint and cilantro provide layered flavor profiles that make a simple dish seem more complex.

In addition to their fresh made juices, smoothies and foods, The Juice Bar collaborates with their customers and vendors to have the tastiest options.

Just to name a few of the grab-and-go items they have on their shelves to compliment their standard fare are locally made products such as their fresh hummus

by Hummus Chick, V’s Raw Protein Bars, eBARS and local honey from Joel White Apiares. Stop in! They’ll do it quick, and they’ll do it your way. But this ain’t your Grandma’s fast food!

128 Prewitt Dr., Brentwood, TN 37027 Locations coming soon in Huntsville, Berry Hill, Knoxville and Franklin www.ilovejuicebar.com

BLACKBERRY JAM FESTIVAL Story & Photography by K York

Kirsten & Craig Brinks

The 11th Annual Blackberry Jam Festival was held at Boyd Mill Farm in late June. Farmer Jason, Cumberland Blue and Roger Day kicked it all off with music for the kids. But really there was music for everyone to enjoy. Gospel, Rock and Roll and the Blues played from the side stage and as the sun set, the great sounds moved to the front porch. The line up included Tray and JoAnn Eppes, 2Country4Nashville, Jason Eskridge, Rebecca Frazier, Darryl Purpose, Randall Bramblett, Colin Linden, Ashley Cleveland and event founders Carol Warren and Dave Whitehead. It was a wonderful day to throw a blanket down under the big shade trees along the Harpeth and listen to great music, while supporting Franklin’s Hard Bargain Association, this year’s recipients.

Tray Eppes & Kenzie Wetz

Currie Alexander & Shari Lacy

Colin Linden & Lucas Chaisson

Jacob Weatherford & Jewell Wilder

Ashley Cleveland

CoCo & Kristin Dixon

Jay, Holden & Sara Sizemore Michelle Cultra, Angela McWherter, Rachel Payne& Karen Bobbitt

Brandon & Shannon Tester, Madison Barnhill, Anna Atkinson & Christopher Hebert

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Rob & Mahrley Wilbourn, Maggie Dettloff

Darryl Purpose & Cheryl Starr

ARTS & CULTURE A LA CARTE

ANDREA DAVIS

WITH ANDREA DAVIS

Your Williamson’s gal about town for everything arts, culture & leisure

MUSIC: Carter Robertson For almost 17 years now, I have been in a band with all guys, and a lot of that time has been spent on the road. It has been interesting to be the only girl, but I have been very fortunate to have a group of guys who take good care of me. I love being on stage the most, but my second favorite thing is definitely swapping stories about being on the road with other bands and recalling moments that we have shared together. We have got some good ones but nothing compared to the stories Carter Robertson has to tell.

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At 21, Carter started touring with Waylon Jennings and was the only female in the band. In 2012, she released the book Playin’ on the Tracks, a memoir of her time spent during the “outlaw” days.

She says that it is the story behind the story and gives a perspective people do not know. It is not at all an expose’, but it is very candid. Carter says Waylon would not want it any other way. She tells the good and the gritty from a woman’s perspective. Waylon’s son Shooter Jennings said of the book, “…from her humble beginnings into the upper echelon of the Country Rock pantheon, Carter’s story keeps you hanging on every good word.” The book was originally written for her daughters so that they know where they come from. It encompasses overcoming big odds and the empowerment of women.

Currently, Carter is performing “ Playin’ On the Tracks Live,” where she sings songs and tells stories from the book. “The evening and the book are a little escape,” Carter said. “In the culture today, there is a lot of really good creative work out there, but it tends to be on the dark side.

There’s sort of a void for something that’s not intimidation.” She also says that the show connects people with their own story, and they walk away feeling that they have had a great night.

On August 2nd, “Playin’ On the Tracks Live” was recorded at the Towne Centre Theatre in Brentwood.

The stage presentations as well as some on location pieces are being made into a film. Carter hopes that this will lead to more shows from local theatres to Broadway. Included in the film are Carter’s daughters who make up the group Carter’s Chord. This is such a full circle moment from sitting down to write a memoir for them to having them perform in the film about the book. She wants her daughters and all women to know what they can accomplish and get through. “There is the sweet thread of redemption in the book,” Carter said.

For more information and upcoming dates, go to www.carterrobertson.com.

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THEATRE TPAC ONCE, winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical and winner of the 2013 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, will play Tennessee Performing Arts Center’s Andrew Jackson Hall for a limited, one-week engagement from September 16-21.

A LA CARTE MONTHLY MENU

ART David Rogers’ BIG BUGS at Cheekwood......Ongoing through August 31 Maira Kalman at The Frist…...…..............Ongoing through September 1st Andy Warhol’s Flowers at Cheekwood…..…Ongoing through September 7th Selections from the Whitney Museum of American Art at The Frist …...…..............…...…...............…...….......Ongoing through October 13th st

*Franklin Art Scene is the First Friday of Every Month from 6-9pm *Nashville Art Crawl is the First Sat. of Every Month from 4-9pm

MUSIC Rodrigo y Gabriela at Ryman Auditorium………………August 8th Larry Gatlin at The Franklin Theatre……………….……August 15th Boston at The Woods at Fontanel……………………..August 16th Tori Amos at Ryman Auditorium……………………..August 18th Old Crow Medicine Show at The Woods at Fontanel……August 23rd Merle Haggard at Ryman Auditorium……………August 25th & 26th Jeff Bridges and the Abiders at Ryman Auditorium………August 27th Alejandro Escovedo and Joe Ely at The Franklin Theatr…….…August 30th

THEATER 9 to 5 at Pull-Tight Theater…………….……………August 8th-23rd The Female Odd Couple at Towne Centre Theatre…August 15th-30th TPAC Gala Fundraiser at TPAC……………..…………August 23rd For more information on these events or to submit events for the A&C calendar, please send an email to andrea@yourwilliamson.com.

For all community events go to our Community Calendar at www.yourwilliamson.com.

ONCE is the celebrated new musical based on the Academy Award-winning film. It tells the story of an Irish musician and a Czech immigrant drawn together by their shared love of music.

Over the course of one fateful week, their unexpected friendship and collaboration evolves into a powerful but complicated romance, heightened by the raw emotion of the songs they create together. Brought to the stage by an award-winning team of visionary artists and featuring an ensemble cast of gifted actor/ musicians, ONCE is a musical celebration of life and love: thrilling in its originality, daring in its honesty... and unforgettable in every way.

For more information, visit: www.oncemusical.com

Pull-Tight Theatre 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL Have you ever had a boss who was on the wrong side of crazy? What a way to make a livin’, right? Chances are you can relate to the travails of Violet Newstead, Judy Bernly and Doralee Rhodes, three officemates who’ve had just about enough of the wiles and machinations of their sexist pig of a boss and decide to take revenge into their own hands. This fun, new musical is based on the hit 1980 movie starring Dolly Parton, Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda and features a humorous and heartfelt score from Dolly herself! So “tumble outta bed and stumble to the kitchen” and make plans to join Pull-Tight Theatre August 8th to the kick off of their 46th season!

MUSIC AND MEMORIES Story & Photography by Rachel Weishaupt Fans, friends and family of Melinda Doolittle came out for a night of celebration June 24th as part of the 9th Annual Music and Memories event at the Franklin Theatre. The night kicked off with a VIP Patrons Party held at the Martin Center in Brentwood.

Guests took part in a meet and greet with Melinda Doolittle followed by a catered dinner from G Catering and Events. The concert followed at the Franklin Theatre where Melinda Doolittle performed for a sold-out crowd.

Doolittle is best known as a contestant on American Idol and has since had a successful career in the music industry. For more information about the event please visit www.melindadoolittle.com.

Mildred Williams, Tammy Ellis, Melinda Doolittle & Ashley Sharpley

Cindy & RJ Granda

Gary & Victoria Kindell

Amanda & Mike Umpres

Liz Cotten & Carol Austin

Mindy Brodbeck, Sandy Graf, Melinda Doolittle, Hayes Graf & Dan Brodbeck

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Go to www.pull-tight.com any time, or call 791-5007 Tuesday-Friday, 10 am-4 pm.

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SUNSET CONCERT SERIES Story & Photography by K York The Bicho Brothers kicked of the annual Sunset Concert Series on the east lawn of the historic Carnton Plantation.

Music lovers brought their blankets, chairs and picnic dinners along with family and friends to enjoy a wonderful evening of entertainment. The Battle of Franklin Trust sponsors the three summer concerts each the last Sunday of the month.

Leonard & Missy McKeand, Hope & Lynn Hallum

Nancy Moody, Elise & Emeline Lasseter, Rick Moody

Michele Evans & Susan Hilgendorf

Hurst Borne Park Gals

Hal & Kelly Hassall

Eric, Jessica & Jemma Staton

Sophie, Jackson & Garner Spain

Molly Fentress, Gracey Goodwin & Caroline Fentress

Alicia Hyde, Andrea Freeman, Haverly Pennington, Stephanie Johnson, Judy Robbe & Carol Edwards

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Josh Milby & Caroline Crigger

AUTHOR! AUTHOR! Story & Photography by K York The 10th annual Author! Author! luncheon benefiting the Literacy Council of Williamson County was held at the Brentwood Country Club. Award winning journalist John Seigenthaler, and authors Cathie Pelletier, Ariel Lawhon, Lisa Patton, Inge Meyring Smith and Pam Horne were on hand to sign copies of their books and share their stories. The Literacy Council is a non-profit organization of volunteers who are dedicated to enriching and transforming the lives of adults encouraging and enabling them to read, write and utilize basic math skills through their free programs.

Ruth Anne Bohon, Candice Bolin, Diane Poynor & Sandy Spencer

Maureen Hackett & Cricket Hughes

Kayle Turner & Miriam Mimms

Cathie Pelletier, Ariel Lawhorne & Lisa Patton

Anna Greer & Cathy Gilbert

Inge Smith, Pam Brown & Pam Horne

WESTHAVEN PORCHFEST Story & Photography by K York As a summer thunderstorm passed overhead, Westhaven came to life with the 3rd annual PorchFest celebration. There were 24 porches set up with over 75 artists playing all genres of music throughout the day and into the evening ending with a concert by Raven Cliff. This free event brought people from all over the country to enjoy the family fun festivities in the planned neighborhood community of Westhaven.

Jewelers, artists and photographers showcased and sold their designs in the Town Center. Food trucks were located at designated points serving the most delicious foods, sweets and cold drinks.

It was an awesome event – put it on your 2015 calendar now. You do not want to miss it!

Carrie Gallo, Julie Breihan, Betsy Bergman & Margaret Crawford

Amina Pinkes with Trotter

Annie Himmelhaver & Logan Brill

Leeann Womack, Judi Denard, Kelley Israel, Sue Shields, Stacey Quance & Perri Suggett

Brian Curl & Juliana Ireland with Gigi

Patrick Corvy, Stephen Nolan, Leah Shaw, Jim Hollahan & Evan Poe

Krista & Philip Dial

Alan Hunt & Friends Charlie &Teri Fletcher

Howard & Anita Hagan, Shelly & Wayne Vann

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Brandon, Chelsea & Brady Dial with Boss

Chasing Lily & Friends

Kristen, Wes & Kellan Huffman

READ BETWEEN THE LINES

LANDMARK BOOKSELLERS

The Girls of August Summer is winding down but maybe you have one last beach trip or maybe you’re just fantasizing about a beach trip. Whichever is true, Anne Rivers Siddons’s, The Girls of August is a must read. If you have read Siddons before, you know she has a gift of spinning a story that makes you feel as if you are there and a part of the group and landscape yourself. You can just picture yourself on the beach with old friends, reminiscing about years past. You even think you can taste the food and exotic drinks.

Every August, four women would gather together to spend a week at the beach, renting a new house each year. The ritual began, when they were in their twenties and their husbands were in medical school, and became a mainstay of every summer thereafter. Their only criterion was oceanfront and isolation, and their only desire to strengthen their far-flung friendships. They called themselves the Girls of August.

But when one of the Girls dies tragically, the group slowly drifts apart and their vacations together are brought to a halt. Years later, a new marriage reunites them, and they decide to come together once again on a remote barrier island off the South Carolina coast. There, far from civilization, the women make startling discoveries that will change them in ways they never expected.

The book is more than just a fun read. There are several twists and turns among the old friends and a mystery involving the newest member of the group, the so called “trophy wife.” The setting is idyllic, yet becomes critical to the outcome of the story.

So before August gets away, don’t fail to spend some time with The Girls of August, available here at, “Landmark Booksellers, a booklover’s paradise!”

Our very best wishes as always, Joel & Carol Tomlin of Landmark Booksellers

YOUR KIDS

WITH GINGER JONES

Literacy FOR YOUNG CHILDREN

It is important for parents to provide young children with as much exposure to reading and writing as possible. Children who are exposed to print frequently are more likely to develop emergent literacy skills that pave the way to early reading and writing in kindergarten and first grade. Because reading is the foundation for future learning in all subject areas, children who struggle to read will often fall behind their peers in multiple subjects. By fostering emergent literacy skills you can help give your child the tools he or she needs to become a skilled reader and writer.

So, this poses the question: What can I do as a parent to target emergent literacy skills?

Parents should focus on teaching emergent literacy skills prior to formal reading instruction. These early reading skills start to develop in infancy and early childhood through interactions with adults in meaningful activities involving talking and print. Below, we have listed some emergent literacy skills that parents can start to target with their infants or toddlers: ORAL LANGUAGE Use rich language models during play activities to help build oral vocabulary repertoire.

PRINT CONCEPTS Show your child how to hold a book the right way, ask your child to point to where you should start reading (do they point to pictures or words?), have your child help you track print from left to right, point to book titles, etc.

ENVIRONMENTAL PRINT Draw your child’s awareness to words and print within his daily life.

For example you can read signs, labels on cereal boxes, or logos of different sports teams together.

ALPHABET KNOWLEDGE Begin to introduce letters, especially familiar letters such as those in your child’s name. You can also work on teaching the sounds that go with different letters.

PHONOLOGICAL PROCESSING Have your child blend sounds together into words. For example you can provide the letter sounds b-a-t and have your child guess the word “bat.”

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EMERGENT (PRETEND) READING Encourage your child to open up books and pretend he is actually reading the words on the pages. He may even point to words while he reads or attempt to retell a familiar story.

EMERGENT (PRETEND) WRITING Encourage your child to use pens or pencils to “write” his name, help make a grocery list, or compose a note to a family member.

Early writing may look like strings of scribbles but as your child develops he will likely mix in letter-like symbols and eventually write actual letters.

(Information adapted from Beth M. Phillips, Ph.D., Florida Center for Reading Research @ FSU) It’s never too early to start getting kids excited about reading and books. Parents play a critical role in a child’s reading success. A love of books leads to a love of learning!

YOUR EDUCATION

BACK TO SCHOOL

Christopher Dowdle Memorial Scholarship 2014/2015 Recipients: Jacob C. Travis — Nolensville, TN (Ravenwood High School) Katie Rall — Brentwood, TN (Ravenwood High School) Casey Renegar — Franklin, TN (Centennial High School) In recognition of extraordinary service to and involvement in the campus community, the University of Tennessee, Knoxville has named Jacob Travis, Katie Rall, and Casey Renegar as 2014/2015 recipients of the Christopher Dowdle Memorial Scholarship. The students will each receive $4,000 for college expenses.The three recipients were recognized at an awards dinner on Monday, June 9th at Brentwood Country Club by the Chris Dowdle Memorial Foundation following the 14th Annual Strokes and Streams Golf Tournament.

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YOUR WILLIAMSON SUMMER SOCIAL Sponsored Event

Story & Photography by Cameron McBride The Summer Social held in July, was a wonderful evening to celebrate another great issue and socialize with friends and colleagues. The event was held at Lillie Belle’s in downtown Franklin and hosted by Granite City Food & Brewery’s new catering services department at Lillie Belle’s.

Granite City also had their food truck on site to serve their awesome beer samples and yummy food! Granite City now provides all catering for Lillie Belle’s event venue and Sunday brunch as well as now have the ability to cater any event small or large with their mobile offerings. The Tennessee Titans Cheerleaders joined the fun to take photos and enjoy their Summer Issue cover shot fame amongst all of their fans! For more information on our monthly socials sign up for our eblasts and LIKE us on Facebook at www.YourWilliamson.com.

Denise Carothers, Brenda & J Edward Campbell

Cathy Marks & Cindy Wilkins

Jeanie Holder, Diane Smith & Debbie Martin Mary Beth Hughes & Susie Biederman

Anna Robertson & Chris Ham

Tina Dangerfield, Greg MaClachlan & Brenda Sessum

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Tre Mantooth, Chris Heckler & Elaine Carpenter

Ron Shuff, Peggy & Bill Smith

Lizzy Isaacs & Mary Lankford Benson

Keeley Maroney, Chrissie Comper, Sarah Schreiner & Chelsie Buxton

Mark Black, Julie Jorgensen & Jeffrey Gray

Ron Cheatham & Steve Smith

Kim Hollingshead, Nancy McNulty & Cat Royka

Taylor Irwin & Travis Anderson

Jennifer M., Jocelyn W. & Whitney W.

YOUR COUNTY

FACTS & TRIVIA

DID YOU KNOW? FAIR FACTS

The Tennessee Association of Fairs Annual Convention was held in Nashville January 16-18, where the WILLIAMSON COUNTY FAIR was awarded 1st Place Poster; 1st Place Fair Theme; and 2nd Place Letterhead in the Competitive Exhibits Awards.

The Ferris wheel was invented by GEORGE W. FERRIS for the 1893 World’s Fair, which was held in Chicago to commemorate the 400TH ANNIVERSARY of Columbus’s landing in America.

The traveling carnival began in America in the LATE 1800’s as a result of improved transportation and technology.

What we call “Cotton Candy” was originally called “FAIRY FLOSS” and was invented in 1897 by candy makers William Morris and John C. Wharton of NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE.

THE FIRST TIME THAT FAIRGOERS ATE HOT DOGS AND ICE CREAM AS THEY WALKED ALONG THE MIDWAY WAS DURING THE SAINT LOUIS WORLD’S FAIR IN 1904, THUS COINING THESE TWO FOODS AS THE WORLD’S FIRST “FAST FOODS.”

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Enjoy a day of golf while giving back. for information on sponsorships, teams, and other ways to be involved, contact us at 615-979-1548 info @robertsonmediagroup.com for Continued updates and information, visit us at yourwilliamson.com and like us on facebook

beneficiaries:

2015 Scholarship for a Williamson County Resident & incoming Freshman to the University of Mississippi