YOUR Williamson September 2013

JOKERS & JACKPOTS

HERITAGE BALL SPONSORS’ PARTY

BOWLABILITY

A COMMUNITY MAGAZINE

SEPTEMBER 2013

SOUTHERN LIVING IDEA HOUSE COMMUNITY PARTNER: Al Gregory & Franklin Housing Authority

FALL INTO FALL ON MAIN CHARITABLE SELF: Habitat for Humanity

Real Estate in Williamson County: Living the Dream Realtors, Mortgages, Decorating andSeptember More!

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YOUR HEALTH. OUR PASSION.

Certified Chest Pain Center • Advanced Emergency Medical Services

CARDIAC Cardiology • Advanced Diagnostic Imaging • Cardiac Catheterization 2 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM September 2013 SERVICES Cardiac Testing • Phase II Cardiac Rehabilitation • Heart Attack

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YOUR WILLIAMSON

SEPTEMBER 2013 • VOL II-XIII

MAN ABOUT WILLIAMSON

ARTS & CULTURE A LA CARTE

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62 LIVING IN STYLE

FROM OUR TABLE TO YOURS

FROM OUR HOUSE TO YOURS

TABLE OF CONTENTS YOUR FEATURES

YOUR CONTRIBUTORS

YOUR COLUMNS

28 Fashionable YOU

26 YOUR Beauty & Style

20 YOUR Health & Wellness

35 YOU Are Open for Business

36 Man about Williamson

24 YOUR Best Self

38 Special Section

44 Real Estate Agent Spotlight

27 Shopping

40 YOUR Community Partner

48 Designing YOUR Space

30 Marketing 101

46 YOUR Charitable Self

62 Living in Style

84 YOUR Education

58 From Our House to YOURS

88 From Our Table to YOURS

Fall Into Main Street

Confessions of a Beauty Junkie

Segway of Tennessee

Real Estate in Williamson County Al Gregory & the FHA

Habitat for Humanity: Tracie Johnson Southern Living Idea House

with Fridrich & Clark Realty, LLC with Chris Carlisle: What’s Hot for Fall with Amy Freese: Sassy Senior Style

with Connie Haley: What’s Your Why? with CoolSprings Galleria: Fall Fashion with Marti Veto: That’s a Wrap! with WCS: Reward Schools

EVERY MONTH

with The Chef & I: Football Social

70 In YOUR Backyard

40 Years of the Heritage Ball

72 A Little Something Extra

Mrs. Tennessee Amanda Uggla

COVER PROFILE

with Jondie Davis: Historic Main Street

with WMC: A Healthier Lifestyle

90 YOUR Sports

with Adam Davis: SEC!

92 Hospitable YOU

with Southern Soiree: The Fall Season

SOUTHER LIVING IDEA HOUSE This month we showcase realtors and real estate in Williamson County. This is a huge industry in our area – and a successful one at that! We all know Williamson County is the ideal place to live, and these are the people and companies that make sure our housing market is viable and booming! The beauty of Williamson County helped to inspire everyone’s favorite home magazine Southern Living to create their Idea House right here in Middle Tennessee this year. The home, featured on our cover and as our home profile this month, is located at Fontanel in north Nashville, but many of the talented contributors involved are from our county! Thank you to Nancy McNulty of Forest Home Media for coordinating the shoot and for photography

by Sarah Bailey.

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YOUR Publisher’s Letter

10 YOUR Featured Events 78 Arts & Culture A La Carte

with Andrea Davis: John Cannon, Gary Talley, Santiago Cirilo, & TPAC Gala

82 Read Between the Lines

with Landmark Booksellers: Porch Dogs

94 Scoop: YOU in the News 98 YOUR Williamson County Facts

LEVEL OF LUXURY

A NEW IS COMING TO DOWNTOWN FALL 2013

Lexus of Nashville is opening a 9-acre, state-of-the-art facility in downtown Nashville.

With an extensive inventory of exquisite new and pre-owned vehicles, a 42-bay Service Center, and a team of skilled product specialists and certified technicians, we’ll provide the highest level of comprehensive automotive service available.

Adjacent to Interstate 65 in Metro Center, the modern facility promises efficiency, convenience, and comfort. A larger, technologically advanced Service Center is destined to raise the bar and lower wait times. The expansive lounge offers comfortable functionality, and the Lexus Cafe caters to our guests’ discerning palettes. It’s just another way we are creating an entirely new Lexus Experience in downtown Nashville.

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YOUR STAFF

Andrea Davis

Anna Robertson

Heather Peters

Johnny Birdsong

MANAGING EDITOR

EDITOR EMERITUS

CREATIVE DIRECTOR

VP OF SALES & DEVELOPMENT

K York

Sarah Bailey

Susan Charest

Rachel Weishaupt

PHOTOGRAPHER

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COMMUNITY EDITOR

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Gary Buchanan Kerney McNeil DISTRIBUTION MANAGERS

Ron Cheatham BUSINESS MANAGER

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Adam Sanner

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PHOTOGRAPHER/ SALES & MARKETING CONSULTANT

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SEPTEMBER 2013

BE YOUNG! Dear Readers,

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PUBLISHER’S LETTER

This is one of those issues, which for me as a media and publishing professional, makes me really smile. We are thrilled and honored to have the Southern Living Idea House grace our cover and be included as part of our September editorial.

As part of our annual editorial calendar, we produce an issue with a real estate focus, but we had no idea when we planned that, that the stars would align so to speak, and that we would have the opportunity to be able to promote this unique event going on in our area. I encourage all of our readers to head out to Fontanel this fall and tour this beautiful property, not only filled with so many talented Papa & Great Grand Williamson Countians’ craftsmanship and artistry, but also inspired Daughter Keeling by the homes and landscape of our beautiful county. And then, of course, there is the simple fact that it’s Southern Living! Synonymous with home, beauty, and great taste. It’s also very exciting to note that the real estate industry - always strong in our area- but like every other industry, having seen a downturn in recent years, is seeing a huge upswing. The testament to that was the tremendous amount of support and interest we received from real estate companies and professionals. You will most certainly enjoy perusing the fabulous listings and if you are in the market for a new home or selling your current property, have plenty of options in a realtor to consider from our pages.

“How old would you be if you didn’t know how old you were?” ~ Satchel Paige

Check out Miss Little Bit! When I received her picture submitted after her 106th birthday, I realized just how poignant the vision of her with her tiara and bright colorful cake - celebrating a life lived in joy and enthusiasm - was at this season of my own middle aged – new mommy life. Just look at that smile, energy and happy spirit shine through! It made me happy, and it made me realize that as I am consumed daily by new life, the exhausting and exhilarating life with a newborn, that I am experiencing all the firsts.

And every moment is sweet and precious... and fleeting. More poignant still, I recall taking my new daughter to see my grandfather recently as he was turning 89. Our acceptance of his poor health is difficult, and his once bright eyes and keen wit and firm hand that I will live my entire life remembering and cherishing, are fading. But, when he saw his great grandchild, his face lit up and his eyes seemed to dance and so did hers. As if she knew she was seeing someone special, she smiled and her small hand touched his, and she sat still and calm in his arms. One day my daughter will be grown. I will be blowing the candles on my much older cake, and she will bring me my grandchild.

Oh to live to be 106! I hope my verve and vigor are as apparent as Little Bits – don’t we all? The cycle of life is dear. Embrace it. Enjoy the start of fall Williamson County. BE young – at heart and in mind.

Shelly Robertson Birdsong shelly@yourwilliamson.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS YOUR EVENTS 11 Watermelon Festival

66 Heritage Ball Sponsors’ Party

September Featured Events Sponsored Event

YOUR Williamson is proud to partner with these special organizations and events in September!

The 17th Annual

14 Jokers & Jackpots 16 Belk Back to School Bash 18 Westhaven Belated 4th of July

74 Carnton Summer Concert 76 Pulltight Annual Banquet 82 TPAC Gala

23 Chalk It Up 25 YP Connect 32 Williamson County Fair

85 Porsche Ribbon Cutting

Polo Match and Classic Car Show To Benefit THE ROCHELLE CENTER and SADDLE UP!

CHUKKERS FOR CHARITY SATURDAY, 7, 2013 Saturday,SEPTEMBER September 7th Riverview Farm • 1475 Moran Road • Franklin, TN Riverview Farm Gates open: 2:00pm (reservations required) • polo match: 3:00pm For more information: 615-794-1150, ext.

32, chukkersforcharity.net nowplayingnashville.com Benefiting The Rochelle Center &andSaddle Up! Sponsors Polo Match and Classic Car Show Gates Open 1:30, Polo Match 3:00 pm For more information: 615.794.1150 or chukkersforcharity.net

86 Bowlability 95 Taste of Gray’s

34 River Swing Preview 64 Bootleggers Bash 65 Ed Bearss Country Supper at Lotz House

96 YOUR August Social 97 Bluegrass Along the Harpeth

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TUTUS, TIES & TINIS – A DOG PROM Saturday, September 14th Benefiting Snooty Giggles 6:30- 10:30 pm Food, Prom Pics with pets, Dance A Thon and Silent Auction For more information: snootygiggles@gmail.com

THE 40TH ANNUAL HERITAGE BALL Saturday, September 21st Historic Eastern Flank Battlefield Park - 6:00 pm Benefiting the Heritage Foundation of Franklin & Williamson County Black Tie For more information: historicfranklin.com

The Franklin Farmers Market Watermelon Festival Story & Photography by Rachel Weishaupt For many, nothing says summer better than time spent with family and friends, while enjoying a good slice of watermelon. Local residents did just that at the Franklin Farmers Market in late August when they hosted the annual Watermelon Festival. The event had everything from watermelon eating contests to seed spitting competitions.

Single slices of watermelon were also available as guests entered the farmers market. For more information about the weekly Franklin Farmers Market please visit franklinfarmersmarket.com.

Jack & Mollie Zimmerman

Avery Poe

Codee Yaw & Amber Nickle

Keeley, Teresa & Kacey Bingham

Christopher Cunningham

Marvin Gorman, Turner Hoots, Jeni Waldrop & Hannah Colbert

Meadow Barrett & Ashley Pomerantz

Wyatt Nickle

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YOUR CONTRIBUTORS

Designing YOUR Space Chris Carlisle Carlisle Interiors

Hospitable YOU Krista Cook & Lauren Hartman Southern Soiree

Man About Williamson Jondie Davis JONDIE Boutique

YOUR Sports Adam Davis

Carlisle Interiors is a residential and commercial interior decorating company offering the most unique products from a variety of exclusive sources. Principal Designer, Chris Carlisle, has over 20 years of experience while working closely with high-end craftspeople and artisans.

As a full service event production company specializing in weddings, Southern Soiree collaborates with discerning brides to design their wedding with personalized style and exceptional execution. Their goal is for you to enjoy your wedding, from the initial planning to the last dance of the night! They have fun and strive to minimize the stress associated with wedding planning.

Jondie is a long time resident of Williamson County and with his wife own JONDIE Boutique located on Main Street. His humor and feet on the street experience in fashion, dining, entertaining and all things modern gentleman, will be shared in his monthly column featuring topics of all varieties and appeal to men... and women!

Adam is a Vanderbilt Pharmacist by trade, but his knowledge and obsession of sports has gained him the title of YOUR Sports columnist. As a graduate of Ole Miss, he is a die-hard Rebel fan. The St. Louis Cardinals are also on the top of his list. He’ll keep you up to date on the latest local, collegiate & professional sporting events, recruits, and news.

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Read Between the Lines Joel & Carol Tomlin Landmark Booksellers

From Our Table to YOURS Chris & Erica Rains The Chef and I

YOUR Beauty & Style Julie Jorgenson The Beauty Junkie

Fashionable YOU Katie Rushton Effortless Style

YOUR monthly book review of great reads, local, regional and beyond will be 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.

From Our House to YOURS

Amy Freese Living in Style Erica and Chris Rains have owned a large catering company in Middle Tennessee for five years and have now opened their interactive supper club in Lenox Village.

They both have a passion for food and the people that they serve, and strive to raise the bar locally in both catering and in dining out environments. And remember, life is short. It might as well be delicious.

A self proclaimed Beauty Junkie, Julie is our go-to gal for all things beauty - how to find it, apply it, fake it and rock it.

She scouts out the best deals and the best beauty tricks around. Author of her own beauty blog - she treats readers to some hilarious insight into the world of what it takes to be fabulous!

Katie Rushton is a fashion stylist and owner of Effortless Style, a personal shopping and wardrobe consulting company in Brentwood, TN. Effortless Style provides a variety of services including Closet Audits, Styling Sessions and Personal Shopping. For more fashion tips from Katie or to learn more about about Effortless Style, visit effortlesstyle.com.

Amy Freese, with Cool Springs Upholstery is a life-style expert, who encourages others to create a custom-fit they are excited to showcase from the inside out. She will take you inside one of a kind homes in the area and show readers that designHER living is more than just fabric swatches, paint and furniture!

It’s a state of mind.

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.

YOUR Best Self Connie Haley Connie Haley Life Coaching

Marketing 101 Marti Veto Marti Veto Strategic Communications

Marti Veto Strategic Communications sees every business as a collection of talent. They spotlight the most attractive strengths and passions in an organization and capitalize on them. Marti will contribute monthly insight and advice on how to best utilize marketing strategy in your business.

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Story & Photography by Cameron McBride

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Jokers and Jackpots, held in Franklin at the Factory, benefited the BRIDGES Domestic Violence Center. The evening was full of lively music, an array of food vendors, a silent auction, and of course - the casino games. The proceeds raised from the night provide shelter, court advocacy, counseling and other services to women, children and men in Williamson County.

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Jeff Ovies, Kim Bauer & Julie Russell

Denise André, Richard Cash, & Linda Crockett Jackson

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Gary “Papa C” & Chad Collier

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Belk’s Back to School Bash Story by Andrea Davis / Photography by Adam Sanner The Kidfest Back to School Bash, held at Belk in the Cool Springs Galleria this summer, benefitted the United Way of Williamson County’s “Stuff the Bus” program, by filling bins around the store with school supplies. New to this year’s event was a model search judged by local celebrities. One boy and one girl were chosen for the next spring’s Kidfest marketing materials. Everyone celebrated in style with balloon art, food, entertainment and more!

Chloe Vissman & Britton Cone (Winners of the Belk Fashion Kid Fest)

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Riverview Farm • 1475 Moran Road • Franklin, TN Gates open: 2:00pm (reservations required) • polo match: 3:00pm For more information: 615-794-1150, ext. 32, chukkersforcharity.net and nowplayingnashville.com

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Westhaven Belated 4th of July Celebration Story & Photography by Rachel Weishaupt Beautiful skies and mild temperatures made for the perfect event as residents of Westhaven gathered for a night of delicious food, fun and live music.

The freshly cut lawn surrounding the Westhaven Clubhouse was the perfect spot for guests to place their lawn chairs and listen to the vibrant music of Rubiks Groove. The fun packed night had everything from an inflatable obstacle course and slides to a magnificent firework display that topped off the night. This event was the belated celebration previously planned on the rained out 4th of July! Weekly updates on upcoming Westhaven community events can be found on their website at www.westhaventn.com.

Trip Wright, Lucas Heifner, Ross Smith & Jackson Jennings

Sydney Heifner, Channing Garner, Caroline Pratt, Clara Anne Farrar, Olivia & Abby Iskra

Libby & Hannah Wright

Lily Fox & Ashley Lauterbach

Blair, Jordan & Emmy Rimkus

Brooke, Amy & Derek Bailey

Maddie Bonifield, Sarah Beth Fox, Kim Cyphers, Tara Fox & Amy Wallace

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Cam & Beth Goodwin

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Playability: At the Westhaven Golf Club, golfers at any level can master their games against a backdrop of natural beauty.

For the seasoned golfer, this challenging 18 hole, par 72, core-style For the less experienced player, or anyone interested in improving their game, the Club’s practice facilities include a driving range, fairway bunker and the area’s best short game area.

Westhaven Golf Club encourages and welcomes players at all levels, from the beginner to the most accomplished.

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YOUR HEALTH & WELLNESS

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Weight Loss and Healthier Lifestyle Help Reduce Risk of Heart Disease

HEART RATE EXPLAINED: • Your heart rate is the number of times your heart beats in one minute.

• A good indicator of heart health is called your resting heart rate.

• The average person’s resting heart rate is between 60 and 100. A highly trained athlete’s is 45 to 50.

• A well-conditioned heart pumps more blood with each beat and doesn’t have to pump as fast.

• Calculate your resting heart rate by counting your heartbeat for 15 seconds and multiply by 4.

• A good spot to feel the beats is on your neck, just under your jaw bone.

By John Maloof, M.D. Even though heart disease and cardiovascular issues are prominent in our country, there is some good news: we are seeing fewer heart attacks. It’s a significant decrease over the last decade. I’d say something like 30 percent fewer heart attacks, so that’s a good thing. This is partly due to the fact that fewer people are smoking, and partly due to the increased use of cholesterol lowering drugs. However, the most recent statistics show that something like 40 to 50 percent of Americans are overweight. What that means is the excessive obesity is leading to more high blood pressure, cholesterol abnormalities, diabetes and ultimately more heart disease. It’s not news that they key to reducing obesity and all the ancillary diseases that stem from it is exercise. But it’s worth repeating. Exercise is just good for all parts of your body, not just your heart. It is good for your waistline, your mind and even things like your blood sugar. And keep in mind, exercise doesn’t have to be vigorous. As long as you can walk 15 to 30 minutes a day, you are doing a great job for your heart and the rest of your body. Getting your heart rate up during exercise is important. One indicator of heart health is called the resting heart rate. The average person’s heart beats between 60 and 100 times in a minute. Highly trained athletes will have a normal resting heart rate of 45 to 50. It’s highly variable, but in general, the lower your resting heart rate the more efficient your heart is. What that means is that if your heart is in good condition it is pumping larger amounts of blood with each beat, so it doesn’t have to pump as fast. The best way to figure out what your resting heart rate is to time your heartbeats for 15 seconds and multiply that number by four.

Another very important measurement to watch is your blood pressure, which isn’t correlated with your heart rate. They are two completely different indicators. But your blood pressure is also highly variable, and oddly enough, will be highest when you first wake up, which seems counter-intuitive. If you are monitoring your blood pressure, it doesn’t matter if it is normal during the day and high in the morning. You have to have your early morning blood pressure controlled to say your blood pressure is controlled. As opposed to your heart rate, which is simply the number of times your heart beats in a minute, your blood pressure numbers measure force. Your systolic number (the top one) measures the pressure as your heart beats and forces blood into your arteries. Your diastolic pressure (bottom number) measures the pressure as the heart relaxes between beats. Normal blood pressure is extremely important because high blood pressure can be a silent killer. If you do have high blood pressure, there are medications you can take. And yes, you will more than likely take them for life. In general, you should have two to three separate readings. If they are elevated, take the medications, but then try to modify your lifestyle and maybe reduce the medication.

John Maloof, M.D., is board certified in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine. He is a credentialed physician at Williamson Medical Center in Franklin, Tenn., and practices in Spring Hill, Tenn. His office can be reached at 615-599-9908.

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Kings Chapel Benefit Helps Second Harvest Food Bank Story & Photography by K York Darryl & Kathy Demaray hosted the first Kings Chapel Harvest Benefit in the Kings Chapel community of Arrington. The Demarays, along with developer John Powell and the neighborhood’s resident chef, Brian Cochrane, sponsored the event for the Second Harvest Food Bank. It was a fabulous feast of beef tenderloin with horseradish cream, pork tenderloin with balsamic blueberry compote, Mediterranean marinated shrimp, fruit and cheese, olive tapenade with pita, garden salad and cakes from Nothing Bundt Cakes.

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Chalk It Up Story & Photography by Nicole Staggs Wholy Crepe and The Arts Council of Williamson County recently held Chalk it Up at the Meridian in Cool Springs! There was a chalk art competition, featuring both emerging and established artists, art booths and great food! Home Depot hosted a craft area for children, and they were able to create their own chalk art! The purpose of this event is to promote and fund the arts for children in Williamson County.

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YOUR BEST SELF

CONNIE HALEY

What’s Your WHY? WHY? Small word. Powerful question. As parents, we often pose this question to our children: “Why did you hit your brother?”

“Why did you color on the wall?” The responses they give will be vague: “Because he took my toy!” “Because I wanted to!”

Children don’t know the reason behind their behavior; their actions are purely reactionary.

Unfortunately, many adults are living their lives with the same lack of understanding.

They have no idea why they really took the job, married the spouse, or just yelled at their kids. Not knowing the real reason, or the Why, behind their thoughts and behaviors can result in a life that feels frustrating: void of purpose, meaning and joy.

If you are going through the motions of a day-to-day life without a true sense of direction and fulfillment, examining your Why is the key to getting back on track. It is not difficult, but it does require selfanalysis and practice.

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Make a statement out of a situation you want to assess and ask yourself the question “Why?”, or a variation, such as: “Why does that matter?” Continue this round of questioning until you have an answer that feels true to you. It shouldn’t take more than 5 cycles to achieve results. Let’s say your child is failing a class in school and you have determined that the real reason you are upset is the fear that people will think you have poor parenting skills. Knowing the true Why in this case, will allow you to step back and gain perspective before you take action with your child. It also permits you to challenge this painful thought and replace it with a thought that feels better. This is the foundation for living a deliberate (instead of a reactionary) life.

Putting this skill to use will create a purpose driven life and a host of other benefits, such as:

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• Resiliency - Anchored with the knowledge of who you are will enable you to weather stressful situations with greater insight and ease.

If you would like to read more on this topic, I highly recommend reading Simon Sinek’s book, Start with Why, or watching his TED talk. He approaches the subject from a business perspective, but it is easily adaptable to a personal viewpoint.

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Williamson County Young Professionals CONNECT Story & Photography

by Cameron McBride The Young Professionals of the Williamson County Chamber of Commerce met at Ruth’s Chris recently for an evening of great food and networking. The restaurant hosted the party, providing appetizers and drinks. At the end of the night, Ruth’s Chris held a business card drawing for a $50 gift card. This group of the Chamber encompasses business professionals 40 and under.

For more information on YP or the Williamson County Chamber go to williamsoncountychamber. org.

Sarah Guest, Ben Webster & Jenny Heidler

Scott Toncray, Josh Ellis & Richard Harris

Jennifer Bates

Matthew Evans

Emily Carroll & Sally Mink

Brooke Nicholson & Patrick Lombardi

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YOUR BEAUTY & STYLE

CONFESSIONS OF A BEAUTY JUNKIE

LOOKS TO ‘FALL’ FOR! I don’t know about y’all, but I have a lovehate relationship with fall. By the time it rolls around, I’m over the heat and hairdo-crushing humidity that comes with summers in Middle Tennessee. That said, I know that after fall comes Old Man Winter, and I am not a fan of cold, dark mornings and bone-chilling temperatures. Fall never seems to last long enough around here, but we might as well make the very most of it while we can. So grab a Pumpkin Spice latte, tell your fellow to turn down the football game, and settle in for some fall beauty tips and trends!

A dark, dramatic lip is once again all the rage this season. What’s different this time around, though, are the new shades and formulas that make this look totally wearable during the daytime. Smashbox and Nars are two of my go-to brands for creamy, luxurious lipsticks when I want to rock a bold lip. I particularly like Damage by Nars, a pretty shade of plum that totally works for daytime and can be amped up with a matching gloss for going out at night. With a look like this, keep things easy on the eyes with a simple wash of shimmer eyeshadow or just perfectly primed lids. The geniuses at Urban Decay have managed to do both with Primer Potion, a crease-free cream that primes lids with either a nude matte or pretty shimmer finish and I have friends who view the alsogenius Naked eyeshadow palette as a true beauty

essential.

If keeping the focus on your eyes is more your speed, good news! You’ll also be on-point with the fall beauty trends. I rarely leave the house without some form of eyeliner on board to keep my eyes from looking teeny and beady, and Lancome Artliner is a perennial fave.

Take your eyeliner game up a notch by crafting a pretty cateye shape in bold black or sleek navy. Prime your lids beforehand to keep the lines precise, and add a dusting of a neutral shade to add subtle definition. My current go-to shade is Cool Ivory by Bobbi Brown.

Working the “graphic eye” look can take some practice, so feel free to experiment at home before stepping out on the town. Keep your lips soft and girly so as not to compete with those peepers - think sheer, neutral pink.

The smoky eye trend is still hanging around, and I couldn’t be happier about it. If you’re thinking about sporting this trend out and about during the day or at the office, dial down the color palette. I like using shades of plum or taupe to make a “daytime-smoky” look. Bobbi Brown has a myriad of shades in different color families that can be layered or worn alone for a gorgeous-yet-professional daytime eye. My last splurge at Nordstrom consisted of five eyeshadow shades that all work together for endless possibilities. Stone and Black Plum are my current favorites.

For an all-out nighttime eye, go with deeper versions of the same shades you’re wearing during the day, and add some sparkle for definition and drama. Black eyeliner, loads of black mascara, well-groomed brows, and you’re ready to go!

With standout looks like these, having pretty skin is essential - a bare face looks stark and strange next to bold lips or smoky eyes. I’m still on board with the BB and CC cream trend, especially those which have a built-in SPF. Smashbox is my latest exposure to BB cream, and the Camera Ready formula paired with the Photo Finish foundation primer provides a beautiful finish that’s “done” without being heavy or cakey. I like to finish my face with a spritz of Evian water or the lovely Hope Springs Eternal mist from Philosophy to look dewy and fresh or at least whatever passes for “dewy and fresh” for a gal closer to forty than thirty.

Now you’re all set for those fall parties, the tailgating extravaganzas, and the cozy date nights.

Break out your favorite tall boots, that new sweater you’ve been dying to wear, or even your comfy old college sweatshirt and know that you look fabulous for Fall! Kisses!

Love, The Beauty Junkie

Buying Guide: Smashbox and Urban Decay - Ulta; Nars, Lancome, Bobbi Brown, and philosphy - Nordstrom

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SHOPPING

COOL SPRINGS GALLERIA

For All Your F loral & Gift Needs!

Fall, Fashion, & Football Games Now that students are back in school and summer is slowly coming to an end, three wonderful things begin to creep up to replace the excitement we felt at the beginning of summer and ease us into the next season: cooler weather, football and fall fashion.

As exciting as football season is to some, this season’s fashion should ignite a spark in most because this fall’s looks are all about mixing and matching styles. In seasons past, a boxy sweater might have dictated the jeans that went with it. But this year, the boxy sweater can be paired with something sparkly. Cardigans are no longer limited to being paired with a camisole. This year, pair it with something a bit bolder, such as a striped tee or large graphic.

Color stays popular this fall with darker, more sultry versions of the jewel tones that were so popular this summer. Look for deep teal and eggplant shades, but match them up with different textures and styles.

Opposites attract this fall season, and all of these looks are available at fabulous retailers found at CoolSprings Galleria.

You will see classic retailers such as Ann Taylor, Coldwater Creek and J. Crew putting their spin on the opposing styles by offering more classic options that break tradition a bit. Maybe a more masculine fabric such as a tweed, but offered in a much more feminine silhouette. A touch of leopard print or a feminine cut sweatshirt bedazzled with jewel accents paired with either an A-line skirt or new boyfriend jeans.

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This season the fun doesn’t stop at your ankles. Shoes continue the trends with ankle boots, funky colors and embellishments from buckles to baubles allow your mix-and-match style to flow all the way to the floor. Hit ALDO, Clark’s and Shi by Journeys for the latest in these trends adapted for any age.

And as always, accessories can add just the right amount of funk to your maxi skirt and T shirt or a sparkle to your boxy jeans. Think Coach, Forever 21 and Francesca’s to add a colorful necklace to freshen up a black dress or add a pop of color with just the right hobo.

Brighton Collectibles, an exciting new addition to the wonderful mix of retailers at CoolSprings Galleria, is another great stop for accessories, carrying a complete collection of everything from handbags and jewelry to belts, eyewear watches and luggage. Their inhouse designers travel the world for inspiration and are dedicated to bringing what’s new and what’s next to their customers each season.

Although lazy days basking in the sun by the pool are on their way out for the year, all the exciting things that go along with fall are just around the corner. Think cozy fireplaces, autumn leaves, a warm chunky sweater over your favorite boyfriend jeans and of course what so many people in the South live for – some fabulous football games.

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FASHIONABLE YOU

FALL FASHION

FALL into MAIN STREET Styled by Katie Rushton of Effortless Style / Photography by Adam Sanner

Boutique: JONDIE

Boutique: Emmaline

Boutique: Gin-O

Model: Rebecca Davis (Owner)

Models: Abby Palmer (Owner) & Bonnie Daniel (Manager)

Model: Kaylie Brooke

Your Fall Must-Have: “An amazing handbag. You carry it every day. It should be something great that reflects your personal style. We have a wide selection of bags in every size.

Our most popular size is a medium size bag with lots of compartments to help keep your essentials organized.”

Rebecca is wearing black super soft long sleeve top, olive Moto jacket, dark wash high-rise denim!. Her accessories are a long boho charm necklace, vintage sterling silver and turquoise handmade ring, dainty arrow ring, and cream handbag with gold accents.

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Your Fall Must-Have: “A leather Moto jacket from Vince, and our “Le Skinny” jeans by Frame Denim, which will arrive in our store in September.”

Abby is wearing a Joie “Venicia” blouse with Joie “Mariner” pant, paired with Joie “Dalton” booties and a NCB necklace. Bonnie is wearing a splendid “Gramercy” plaid top, Citizen “leatherette” wax coated pants and Joie “Day Dreaming” fabulous fuchsia flats.

Your Fall Must-Have: “Scarves! They can pull any outfit together and add a pop of color!”

Kaylie is wearing black and white polka dot sweater, army green faux leather skirt, Bid Girl Mustard Statement necklace and Pyramid gold ring

The September Issue of all fashion publications are the biggest issues of the year, so it’s only fitting that we feature some fabulous fall fashions in our September issue! Fall trends set the stage for the next few months, and the trends for this fall are definitely some to get excited about!

What can you expect to start seeing in stores? Look for stunning Fall Florals, Leather and Pleather pieces aplenty, and a return of Classic and Chic plaids. Pullover Sweaters are also back this fall, and the variety is more beautiful than ever! Look for bold and brazen patterns, folkloric prints, and ornate embroideries.

And what’s the must-have color of the season? Think green galore! 2013’s color of the year is just as big for fall as it was early on in the year, and you will see all different shades of this gorgeous color! From Statement Jewels to Ankle Boots, the more layers the better!

We would like to give a big thank you to each of our wonderful boutiques in downtown Franklin and to our fabulous YOUR Williamson Fashion Stylist, Katie Rushton, for putting together some fantastic fall ready looks for YOUR next shopping trip to Main Street!

Boutique: Philanthropy

Boutique: The Cellar on Main

Boutique: Johnnie Q

Models: Ashley Rainy (Manager) & Lori Sullivan (Stylist)

Model: Janice Swartz (Owner)

Model: Brooklyn Byrd (Owner)

Your Fall Must-Have: “Always a sweater or a jacket in great fall colors and fabric.”

Your Fall Must-Have: “LEATHER! I love it in anything – wraps, collars and a cross body bag are essential.”

Your Fall Must-Have: “A leather vest and lace pants.”

Ashley is wearing a “Jack” vest, ”Kensie” dress and “Matisse” shoes.

Her necklace is by Angel Court and her bracelets by L&E. Lori dons “Beds & V” shoes, a “Darling” dress and “Nick & Mo” cardigan.

Janice is wearing from the I.C. Collection “Newspaper” print top, cut loose linen jersey cropped pants, chain link necklace by Brighton, and sterling silver earrings.

Brooklyn is wearing a Rachel Pally dress with a Suzanna Dai Statement “Alexandria” necklace and a O’Keefe Lion bracelet.

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You deserve to feel special, beautiful and confident — every single day.

MARKETING NOW

Take 5 – That’s a Wrap!

Hip online marketers and tech savvy strategists love the breadth and depth of rich media services that make competitive ‘eye-catching’ a sporting ambition. No more do we rely on a static paper image to lure our prospects to us. Ah, but here’s the rub: with myriad images passing before our very eyes in nanoseconds, our attention spans are decreasing at an increasing rate. Ask 10 creatives how to attack this concept, and you will get 12 different answers. Hold the phone! Before you rush to grab a friend and ask her to hold your iPhone while you record your first video blog, let’s strategize for success. Here are 5 things to consider as you PLAN (there’s that word again!) your project: 1. Interesting Is better than boring. 2. Quality adds value. 3. Time is money. 4. Add a dash of salt. 5. Authenticity is the best platform.

When your wardrobe is at its very best, you are at your very best. That is effortlesstyle defined.

I help clients navigate new trends, choose items that work for their body type and know exactly where to find the pieces they need to build their Katie Rushton Wardrobe Consultant own personal style.

Is there a party or event on your calendar and you just don’t know what to wear?

For any special occasion where you want to look your very best – give me a call!

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Interesting is better than boring. No one wants to hear that you are reliable, serviceable and come from a good family. That’s not interesting. The connecting point is “what stands out about you?”

Get out of your black and white office and into an atmosphere of color. Work with an objective strategist who ‘sees’ your vision with you and who has some skin in the game of “making my clients successful”. Quality adds value . Think video is expensive? Want it immediately so you don’t have to wait for your video guy to come do it right? Danger! Step away from the tripod. Presentation is everything. It only takes one fly on the plate to take away the appetite. You are building a brand. Get it right. Time is money. Your money. If you’ve got your content ready, your delivery well-rehearsed, and your scene set, the video guy is going to be in and out with the goods in the digital can before you can say, “by the hour.” Add a dash of salt. Consider the video component in your communications plan as ‘seasoning’. Sprinkle it in, don’t overuse it, and keep it fresh. Be certain that the expression of you is authentically you. You, after all, are uniquely interesting. For this column, I’ve reached out to a couple of friends with whom I’ve done video business. Here’s what they have to say: AJ MEDIA SERVICES Video is one of the most compelling and effective forms of communication available today. Video has a power to reach clients, potential customers and employees that can’t be matched by other media.

JOHN WILLIAMS at HD Perfect Using professional videos in marketing helps tell your unique story in an interesting and compelling way. Great quality video will help viewers connect emotionally with your brand.

Marti Veto Strategic Communications is available to assist you in planning your multi-media marketing communications. mv@ martiveto.com or 615-513-2871.

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Williamson County Fair Story & Photography by K York The ninth annual Williamson County Fair opened to record crowds despite the rainy weather. Themed ‘Rock Around the Fair,’ it was nine days of fabulous fun for the entire family.

There were livestock exhibits, art competitions, pageants, performances by the BMX pro trick team, rides and music… lots and lots of music. Elvis was even there to rock the crowd!

Ruby & Doyle Benton, Noma Prescott Lover, Tizgel, Cameron & Skylar High

Collin Stanley, Wyatt Haley, Dustin Goodman & Chris Stanley Cameron Ferguson & Ethan Thacker

Cort, Kailee & Chaise Bethmann Scott Laura, Jay & Jack Watson

Allyson, Brock, Braxton, Mia, Knox & Maddox Lillis

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DO MORE WITH LESS THIS YEAR. Whether you’re on a date or exploring trails, we have a clean, exciting and fun alternative to your personal transportation.

A Segway PT not only gets you from point A to point B, but you have fun while doing it!

You’ll catch the eyes of everyone around you and you’ll be the talk of the town as you glide around on your Segway PT. For more information about Segway of TN, call 615.244.0555 or visit us online at segwayoftennessee.com Segway of Nashville 119 3rd Ave. South September 2013 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM Nashville, TN 3720133

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by Dennas Davis called Paint the Harpeth. The sale of this painting, dedicated to preserving the Harpeth River, will benefit the HRWSA. A cocktail reception to unveil the work was held recently at 202 Gallery in downtown Franklin. For more information on this event go to www.harpethriver.org.

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Segway of Tennessee opened its dealership in 2004 with its eye on the growing technology market. The first time you see a Segway, you’re wondering “how can I ride on 2 wheels like that?” And as soon as you step on, amazement and a smile sets in.

According to Jim Stennett (General Manager of Segway of Tennessee), “In the past two years, Segway of Nashville has grown into Segway of Tennessee seeing it’s downtown tours expand from Nashville to Memphis and expanding our sales territory throughout the state of Tennessee.” Mr. Stennett also stated, “In the past six months, there has been a dramatic increase of Segway PTs in our area due to the vision and strategic planning of Segway, Inc.” Middle Tennessee has become a hot market for Segway PT’s and Segway enthusiasts because of its greenways systems, parks and sidewalk communities. The Segway i2 boasts of 24 miles per charge, 12.5 miles per hour top speed and on board charge anywhere technology. Jon Worstell, Director of Sales for Segway of Tennessee, says, “There is a new energy around Segway and we are seeing the Segway PT bring excitement to neighborhoods, families and businesses all over the state and we expect it to grow with the new products that will be hitting the market this year.”

Whether you’re on the golf course or on your neighborhood sidewalk, we have a clean, exciting and fun alternative to your personal transportation. A Segway PT not only gets you from point A to point B, but you have fun while doing it! You’ll catch the eyes of everyone around you, and you’ll be the talk of the town, as you glide around on your Segway PT.

At Segway of Tennessee, you’ll find all of your Segway PT products and accessories at your local headquarters in Nashville, TN. With Summit Strategic Investments (Brentwood, TN) becoming an investor in Segway, Inc. in early 2013, Tennessee has established itself as one of the hot markets for Segway PTs and Segway enthusiasts.

Because of middle Tennessee’s great greenways and walkways throughout its parks and cities, it’s an easy solution for taking in the sights and sounds of its beautiful, natural surroundings. A Segway PT is also an invaluable tool for many businesses and corporations providing a new edge of transportation. We provide an extensive training session with each sold Segway PT and take pride in the knowledge and passion we have for such a great product!

We also provide free demos for individuals, corporations, and emergency service organizations.

For more information about Segway of Tennessee, call 615-244-0555 or visit us online at segwayoftennessee.com.

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MAN ABOUT WILLIAMSON

JONDIE DAVIS

America’s Favorite

Main Street

With it being September and fall events occurring, including the Heritage Ball, I thought we would talk about downtown Franklin and what historic preservation has done for America’s Favorite Main Street. I live and work on Main Street here in Franklin. Our house and business are within four blocks of each other and are protected by a historic overlay. We walk to the post office. We walk to the movies. We walk to the restaurants. We walk to the bars. We walk home. I believe that historic preservation has played a large part in the quality of life we live here.

Our house is in the very first subdivision in the state of Tennessee. It’s called Hincheyville. Hincheyville is West Main and Fair Streets between 7th Avenue and 11th Avenue. Our neighborhood is visited by tourists everyday taking pictures and even sketching the houses on our street. They come here to see the various and well executed types of architecture. They walk up and down our streets and are amazed that a place like this still exists. It’s in part to responsible property owners and to careful historic zoning guidelines.

It takes a special kind of person to live in and love an old house. I have been approached on many occasions by tourists trying to buy our

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house. It’s funny that I treasure something this much that literally falls apart everyday. We enjoy the projects at home and try to do our best with repairs that keep the look and feel of downtown Franklin.

Our business, JONDIE, is located at 407 Main Street. We are in The Harrison Building built in 1902. In 2012, we started a cosmetic renovation of the inside of the store. It had been more than a decade, since this space had been shown this much love and attention. We had lumber custom milled and kiln dried from old growth pine. We brought in various antiques that we repurposed for our store fixtures. We even brought in a poplar mantle from the 1800’s. It took us about twenty days from start to finish.

We worked 12-14 hour days without a day off. The results were amazing.

We were able to take a dated modern retail space and transformed it into warm and inviting space that feels like Downtown Franklin. In May of last year, we were recognized at the Heritage Foundation’s Preservation Awards with an Honorable Mention for Commercial Rehabilitation of a Post 1900 Historic Property. Historic preservation has a real economic impact on our community. It drives tourism from all over the world. Without exception, everyday we have customers from places like Decatur, AL to Melbourne Australia. I ask them how they did they hear about Franklin. They tell me that “Everyone knows about franklin.” They tell us how much they love it here. They want to move here. They want to retire here. They come to experience the history, the festivals and the warmth that our community offers them. I think they take a little bit of Franklin back home with them and that’s what drives them to want to come back and visit.

I really appreciate being Your Man About Williamson. It allows me to write about the things that I enjoy. Living and working here is about as good as it gets. Trust me, if I were Your Man About Cheatham, it wouldn’t be nearly as rewarding. So go out and support local businesses and organizations like the Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County who truly make this YOUR Williamson.

Joke of the Month: How many surrealists does it take to screw in a lightbulb?

Two - one to fill the bathtub with ping pong balls and the other to get the bicycle.

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SPECIAL SECTION

REAL ESTATE

by Matt Ligon, President

MORE SIGNS OF A RECOVERING REAL ESTATE MARKET I am so pleased to share some big news from our Association. The Williamson County Association of Realtors® welcomed thirty-three new members in July, bringing Association membership to over 1,650 Realtor® and affiliate members! Reaching this milestone is a strong indicator of a healthy market and is a testament to the value our Association has provided Realtors® and real estate professionals for the past 50 years.

Growing membership is solid evidence that our industry is recovering and the local economy is improving.

Media reports both locally and nationally indicate a real estate market with steady and marked improvement.

Sales in Williamson County were up 32% in July and was the biggest July since 2005. The average days on market is down and the median home price has risen 10%. We are seeing new agents joining the ranks and seasoned Realtors® returning to the field. New construction, pending sales and homes with multiple offers are all encouraging people to enter the business and join WCAR. We can thank the healthy market in Middle Tennessee that WCAR is one of the few growing associations in the state. WCAR has gained a reputation for serving our members and the community by advocating for homeownership and protecting private property rights. In the 50 years since its incorporation, WCAR has served Williamson County by supporting disaster relief efforts, sponsoring a scholarship for Williamson County high school seniors and many other causes throughout the County. We remain focused on providing value to our membership, and we are gratified that the services and opportunities the Association offers are being well-received as proven by growing membership numbers.

The Williamson County Association of Realtors® continues to be a leading provider of education, professional development and advocacy. I am incredibly proud of the vibrancy of our Association. I would like to thank my fellow members who help us make this Association what it is today and I look forward to welcoming many more new members as Williamson County continues to grow and prosper.

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YOUR COMMUNITY PARTNER

AL GREGORY & FHA

AL GREGORY and The Franklin Housing Authority

by Andrea Davis

With the median household income of Williamson County being in the top 20 in the entire country, it is no surprise that many of our residents do not know the great need for affordable housing in Franklin. Fortunately, there are some key leaders in our community that do recognize this need and go above and beyond to make it the best it can be. One of those leaders is Al Gregory, the chairman of the Franklin Housing Authority (FHA) Board of Commissioners.

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Almost eight years ago, Gregory was asked by former Mayor Tom Miller to serve on the board.

He did not know much about it, but after his appointment, Gregory knew that the FHA was a special place and saw opportunities to make it better. In 2010, Gregory was elected chairman of the board. From there, Derwin Jackson was hired as executive director; a new headquarters was built; and the previous offices were turned into a community center. A public Q and A was also added to the agenda. An FHA resident came and told the board how much she loved the FHA. Her grandparents, parents and children had all lived in FHA housing and loved it, as well. Gregory told her, if that was the case, he had failed her. His passion is changing lives and breaking the cycle of families living in affordable housing, not keeping them there. “It melts my heart to see one of our residents get to move into a Habitat house or into Hard Bargain,�

Gregory said.

The FHA has a family self-sufficiency program that offers different classes to help residents get to the next step. Cooking, balancing a checkbook, exercising, personal grooming, computer skills, resume making, applying for jobs and anything else to make people self-sufficient are part of the program. Providing tools for life changes is made possible through education, empowerment and

THE MISSION of the Franklin Housing Authority is to assist low-income families by providing safe, decent, affordable housing and self-sufficiency opportunities.

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Give Us a Call! great leadership. “If any place can make this program work,” Gregory said, “it’s Franklin.”

Right now, the FHA has a very ambitious multi-year plan to change the face of public housing in Franklin. This process will be a comprehensive, multi-phase redevelopment program to replace the current 297 housing units with 308 new dwellings that will provide vastly improved living conditions. A new senior building is phase one of bettering all the properties. The reason for senior housing is to provide safe, clean and ADA approved living spaces.

“I would encourage anyone to visit the website to know what we are doing and how they can help,” Gregory said, “It takes a village, and we do a really good job of engaging the residents and listening to their needs. We work hard to be responsive, respectful and help the community as much as we can.” For more information go to THE FRANKLIN franklinhousingauthority. com.

HOUSING

AUTHORITY has been providing affordable housing to families and individuals with low to moderate income since 1953.

Today they operate 297 public housing units throughout the Franklin, Tennessee community, serving nearly 700 residents.

They are funded through rental income and subsidies from the Department of Housing & Urban Development.

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AGENT SPOTLIGHT

FRIDRICH & CLARK REALTY, LLC

SEAN SIMONS

LUCY BOTTORFF

MARY KOCINA

Sean Simons has lived in Nashville for 40 years and grew up in the Williamson County School district. Williamson County has changed a lot over the years, and he has been in the middle of it. His dedicated service to clients was taught at an early age, when working with the local builders through his family’s business.

Having lived in the Brentwood area for over 40 years, Lucy Bottorff is very familiar with area neighborhoods, shopping and the best way to get around town. Her background, as an educator, and her knowledge of area schools is an added benefit.

Mary Kocina is an experienced, Multi-Million Dollar producing Realtor, serving the Greater Nashville and Middle Tennessee markets over the past twelve years.

Sean is known for his care, attention to detail and patience in helping clients with the purchase or sale of their homes. With his experience and background, he has helped many families move to Williamson County, educate them on the area and immediately engage them into the community. Several families have stayed and called upon Sean to upsize or downsize, as the time became appropriate.

Sean enjoys family outings, golfing and college sports (especially his Alma mater Auburn).

Learn more about Sean at www.ANashvilleHome.com or call him at 615-852-SEAN.

This wonderful blend of experience is key to a smooth transaction for buyers and sellers alike. An avid sports fan, Lucy loves all kinds of college and professional sports. Her PASSION is college football, and of course, her family.

In an effort to stay on top of real estate trends, Lucy is active in both National and local Association of Realtors and recently recieved the designation of Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES). Learn more about Lucy at www.IsellNashvilleRealEstate.com or call her 615-478-3585.

She has expanded her real estate knowledge through the attainment of several specialized designations and certifications - Accredited Buyer’s Representative, Certified Short Sale, Foreclosure Resource Specialist and Certified Residential Construction Specialist.

Mary’s love of community is evident with her active associations with the Brentwood United Methodist Church, St Jude and World Vision.

She enjoys being active, from special family outings with her husband and two beautiful daughters to long distance running.

If you are looking for a real estate professional with integrity, in-depth community and market knowledge, marketing savvy, effective negotiation skills and a high-quality professional network, contact Mary at 615-300-5996 or www.MaryKocina.com.

MOLLY EDMONDSON & LISA OWINGS Molly Edmondson continues to be one of Middle Tennessee’s top producing real estate agents, as she has been for the past 40 years. She has served as president of the Greater Nashville Association of Realtors and has the experience to negotiate any situation. For the past 8 years, Lisa Owings has been working by her side. Together, they provide professional, yet personal service, for all your real estate needs. For more information, call Molly at 351-8753 or Lisa 668-0616 or visit www.MollyEdmondson.com.

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YOUR CHARITABLE SELF

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY: WOMEN BUILD 2013 The Tracie Johnson Family

by Andrea Davis

Over 130 homes have been built through Habitat for Humanity of Williamson County (HFHWC), a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization and ecumenical Christian ministry that works with low-income families and donors to build simple, decent homes and sell them with no profit and no interest. HFHWC continues to build 10-12 new homes per year for many amazing, deserving families. One of those is the family of Tracie Johnson in Fairview, and they are the current Women Build family. The Women Build is a Habitat Build, where women of all walks of life come together to address the housing crisis that faces many of the women and children of Williamson County.

After several surgeries and medical issues in 2012, Tracie Johnson says she is just so grateful for being alive. Her Habitat home will be a new beginning for her and her family. Tracie has worked at Harpeth Answering Services for the past four years and has recently returned to work on a part-time basis. During her months of illness and recovery, her employer has been very supportive and has allowed her to work flexible hours. Once her Habitat home is completed her employer has agreed to let her work from a home office, so Habitat is not just providing a home but also a place for her to work without the long commute she has today.

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Tracie has four children. Destiny, her oldest daughter, is 18 and graduated from Page High this May. Hope, her younger daughter, is a senior this year at Fairview High. Her two youngest are twins, Joseph and Jacob. They are 14 years old and in the 9th grade. Hope says, “This household is full of energy and lots of drama!”

After months of getting her finances in order to be approved into the Homeownership program, Tracie is still in awe that she is building her home right now with the Women Build. She wants all of her new best friends to know how much she appreciates this opportunity.

“I’m just so grateful that there are still people in the world that care,“ Tracie said.

Tracie’s home began construction on August 17th and will be completed on October 19th. For more information about Women Build and Habitat for Humanity of Williamson County, go to www. habitatwilliamson.org.

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DESIGNING YOUR SPACE

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WITH CHRIS CARLISLE

WHAT’S HOT IN What’s HOT for fall? Here are some fabulous items courtesy of Mitchell + Gold with designer Chris Carlisle:

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BLACK SHEEP (38”w x14”d x23”h) A tribute to the one in every family. I love this life-size sculptural conversation piece, which I’ve found to be a great way to fill a space. As shown: $650

ALL DECOR

by Chris Carlisle of Carlisle Interiors

2 CLASSIC PARSONS

DINING TABLE PROGRAM

A Parsons-Style Table base clad in stunning polished stainless steel. To start: Select a shape and size - a rectangle in 3 sizes or round in 6 sizes. To finish: choose your top American-made solid wood in three finish options or ½” clear tempered glass. Prices vary according to selection.

3 LASALLE BAR (35w x 19d x 42h)

Drawn to the romance of the cocktail culture?

Then I have the bar cabinet for you.

As shown: $1,870

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VEGA COFFEE TABLE (42 diameter x 15h) This chic show-stopping curved slatted-metal cocktail table was inspired by Pierre Cardin and the 1970’s French modern glamour. As shown: $1,745

5 CLAUDETTE SOFA

Take a new look at the Chesterfield: deeply diamond tufted, outlined in brass nail heads, and upholstered to the floor. As shown: $4,040 Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams 4015 Hillsboro Pike #101, Nashville, TN 37215 • (615) 460-7665 48 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM September 2013

Contact Chris: 615.887.1609 or carlisleinteriors.com

When one door closes, another one opens...

Janis J. Martin

Realtor, ABR, CRS, C-RCS, GRI-GREEN, SFR, SRES

615-478-6906 voice or text www.janisjmartin.com Janis@janisjmartin.com www.StepInsideTNRealEstate.kwrealty.com 615-794-8718 home fax ~ 615-690-5789 eFax

• 7 Bedrooms - 3 Suites • 7 Full Baths - 2 Half • 9040 SF - 4 Car Garage on Main Floor • Elevator • 4 Fireplaces • Wine Cellar • Tasting Room • Full Finished Basement with Kitchen • Theatre Room with Seating for 9 • Double Staircase

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An exclusive community in Williamson County A spectacular home for living & entertaining

Offered at $2,425,000

East Hampton designed home of stone & brick, nestled in the rolling hills of Williamson County. Private cul de sac with stately entrance.

Offers maximum indoor & outdoor livability and endless living & entertaining options.

Community Amenities:

Guarded and secure gate house, club house, pool, tennis, fitness center, playground, beautiful vistas, lushly landscaped, underground utilities.

Carothers Pkwy, Suite 110 Franklin, TN 37067 615-778-1818 ~ 615-778-8898 Information believed accurate but not guaranteed. Each office independently owned & operated.

• Gunite Pool with Blue Stone Decking • 2 Covered Terraces • Sports Court • Exercise Room with Wet Bar & Half Bath • Main Floor Master & Guest Room • Plumbed for 2nd Laundry Room Up • Exceptional MillworkCoffered Ceilings • Lushly Landscaped & Wooded Cul De Sac Lot

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WILLIAMSON COUNTY AT A GLANCE JULY 2013

Monthly Market Stats W I L L I A M S O N

 July 2013 residential sales were the best on record since July 2005.

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Statistics At A Glance

 Franklin tops the charts in the number of single family closings this month, while Brentwood has the highest average price.  Number of closings up significantly compared to July 2012 and July 2011.

The number of single-family residential closings increased by 32.1% in July 2013 compared to July 2012.

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The median sales price for a singlefamily home was $350,000 in July of 2012 with an increase to $385,500 in July of 2013.

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 Inventory levels are down compared to the last two years.

A S S O C I A T I O N O F R E A L T O R S ®

Media reports quick sales and a lack of necessary inventory across the country. Williamson County’s real estate market is experiencing many of these same effects on our market as consumer confidence in housing grows.

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Market Snapshot

Are some Housing Markets Overheating?

July Median Sales Price

Nearly 90% of U.S. housing markets are expected to see price appreciation in the next year, according to a survey by valuation services firm Veros Real Estate Solutions covering 324 metro areas.

400000 380000

In some housing markets, such as San Francisco, homes reportedly go under contract within days. Housing inventory in San Francisco is down 80% from its 2008 peak, and the area’s strong job market has helped push home prices up nearly 25% over the last year alone.

Prices there are expected to rise another 12.7% over the next year, according to Veros.

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Other California markets are also heating up. Home prices in Los Angeles rose 11.6% over the last year, and prices in San Jose were up 11.1% in the same time period.

Midland, Texas, will see price appreciation of 11.1% over the next year, and Phoenix likely will see prices rise 10.9%, Veros economists predict.

However, prices aren’t making such large gains everywhere. Median existing-home prices in Philadelphia, for example, increased only 2.2% year-over-year in the first quarter of 2013, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. Veros projects prices will rise 1.4% in Philadelphia in the next year.

Other less overheated housing markets include Chicago, which Veros predicts will see 3.6% appreciation in the next year, and Kansas City, forecasted to appreciate by 0.3%, said Eric Fox, vice president of statistical and economic modeling for Veros.

In general, price appreciation tends to be less drastic in the middle of the country, even when other parts of the U.S. are seeing run-ups in home prices, Fox noted. “The Midwest has unlimited land supply in all directions around the city,” he said. That means builders can add more inventory when needed, whereas coastal cities tend to be more limited.

Source: “Is your housing market hot or not?”

The Wall Street Journal (Aug. 5, 2013)

Across the Na�on and Next Door– What does the current market mean to you?

Look at how other area markets are performing compared to Williamson County…

-Williamson County– 538 Residential Closings- $385,500 Median Price; 38 Condo Closings- $195,000 Median Price -Davidson County– 935 Residential Closings- $185,000 Median Price; 260 Condo Closings- $165,000 Median Price -Rutherford County– 443 Residential Closings- $169,000 Median Price; 31 Condo Closings- $116,400 Median Price -Wilson County—226 Residential Closings- $216,000 Median Price; 6 Condo Closings- $162,000 Median Price -Maury County– 113 Residential Closings- $162,900 Median Price; 1 Condo Closing- $95,000 Median Price -Robertson County– 91 Residential Closings- $150,000 Median Price; 1 Condo Closing- $130,000 Median Price

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What did you do oN your summer vacatioN?

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Spring Hill - $305,000

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101 Grandview Manor - Riverview $497,900 Loy Hardcastle 615-948-3704

137 Allenhurst Circle - Ashton Park $740,000

720 Murfreesboro Road - Franklin $714,500 Danny Anderson 615-790-7400

3384 Redmon Hill - Bent Creek $305,000 Charlene Kimmel 615-579-8163

14 Tradition Lane - Governors Club $1,549,000

1935 Ashburn Ct - Winterset Woods $338,000 Kendra Cooke 615-574-7359

Danny Anderson & Reid Anderson 615-790-7400

Chris Fuller 615-587-0260 & Sue Ray 615-513-3622

UNDER CONTRACT 1130 Pin Oak Ct - Willowmet $520,000 Kendra Cooke 615-574-7359

369 Truman Rd - Franklin $412,500

24 Ironwood Lane - Governors Club $799,900 Kim Day Shacklock 615-838-8850

205 Cashmere Drive - Cherry Glen $123,900 Christina Scott 615-504-3550

332 W Jefferson St - Pulaski $314,900 Teresa Chiles 931-607-7513

Kristi Dustin 615-584-7494 David Votta 615-330-8638

COMMERCIAL LOT IN COOL SPRINGS 427 Nichol Mill Lane - Cool Springs $2,652,804 Candace Revelette 615-456-4022

Serving All of Williamson County with our Offices in Brentwood 615-370-8669 • Franklin and Leipers Fork 615-790-7400 54 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM September 2013

Gail Wallin Johnson 615-943-5537 219 Franklin Rd - Downtown Franklin $399,900

205 King Arthur Circle - Avalon $899,900

UNDER CONTRACT 3 Crooked Stick - Governors Club $129,900 Chris Fuller 615-587-0260 Sue Ray 615-513-3622

100 Darling Meadow Lane - Franklin $997,000

303 Saddlebridge Lane - Fieldstone Farms $394,900

Shelly Dawson 615-482-7598 145 Governors Way - Governors Club 9727 Turnbridge Ct - Concord Crossing $889,000 $699,900 Kim Day Shacklock 838-8850

1005 Becket Circle - Thompsons Station $389,000 David Votta 615-330-8638 Kristi Dustin 615-584-7494

8486 Central Pike - Mount Juliet $480,000 Debbie Coleman cell 615-268-9350

3729 Bosk Lane - Grove Park $409,900 Darci Ann Caesar 615-947-6038

Serving All of Williamson County with our Offices in Brentwood 615-370-8669 • Franklin and Leipers Fork 615-790-7400

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Sam Hatfield Realty on beautiful Tims Ford Lake.

Great for a Fall Vacation!

Sam Hatfield, Owner/Broker Cell: 931-580-6207 4470 Mansford Road Winchester, TN 37398 56 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM September 2013 www.samhatfield.com

Enjoy a "leaf cruise", take a nature hike at the state park, visit nearby Jack Daniels Real Estate Sales Lake Property Management Lakefront Vacation Homes Fully Furnished All have boat docks

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Amazing location, close to downtown Franklin yet only 5 minutes to Cool Springs! Updated, extensive hardwood flooring, granite counters and newer stainless steel appliances.

Stunning home with all the bells and whistles. Located in McGavock Farms on almost 4 acres. Open floor plan, 3rd floor media room, private apartment, safe room & much more!

4592 Sawmill Ln

1194 Saddle Springs $1,995,000 Thompson’s Station

$435,000 | Nolensville Many features not found in new construction, upgrades, large rooms, 5 bedrooms.

Finished walk-out basement & new roof. Fully fenced backyard backs to common wooded area.

4804 Manassas Dr

This picturesque home in Saddle Springs has it all!

Spacious rooms, incredible views, spectacular outdoor living areas, private golf green, beach entry pool/hot tub and so much more.

1112 Franklin Rd

$329,900 | Brentwood

$4,900,000 | Brentwood

Immaculate home located in convenient Fredericksburg community.

Updated kitchen, hardwood flooring, 2 staircases & much more!

Private backyard with beautiful landscaping.

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FROM OUR HOUSE TO YOURS

Opened for touring through December 29th, the Southern Living Idea House is packed with inspiring building, decorating and gardening ideas and showcases the work of a variety of Middle Tennessee and Williamson County businesses. The main farmhouse is surrounded by four charming guest retreats and was built by Brentwood-based Castle Homes, to have a centuries old farmhouse appearance but with low-maintenance materials.

“From wrapping the foundation in Tennessee limestone to incorporating all-weather decking and concrete cement siding, it’s been important to use the latest in building materials in a way that reflects the rich architectural history of the region,” said Alan Looney, Founder/President of Castle Homes which earned 2012 Southern Living Custom Builder of the Year.

A classic and omnipresent part of the farmhouse is the old-fashioned style metal roof. It is actually a 5V pattern, Galvalume metal roof, aluminum and zinc coated steel, atop LPTech Shield, which can significantly lower air conditioning costs.

The siding of the home is cement fiber board specifically chosen for the distinctively deep shadow lines which you would find in a 100year old farmhouse.

Other clever building ideas include wrapping the 2,800 square foot of porches with cable railing so the gardens and rolling hills of Middle Tennessee remain an unobstructed view.

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SOUTHERN LIVING IDEA HOUSE

SOUTHERN IDEA HOUSE Story by Nancy McNulty / Photography by Sarah Bailey

The ultimate new old farmhouse is Southern Living magazine’s description of the nation’s only 2013 Idea House at scenic Fontanel minutes from downtown Nashville and built on the former homestead of country music legend Barbara Mandrell.

Castle Homes wrapped the spacious porches with stainless steel cable and hung decorative, functional gutter chains from the Galvalume roof.

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Functional barn wood doors open to the gourmet kitchen with “Pewter Green” custom cabinets from Larson Cabinet Shop in Pegram, Tennessee, and the black walnut topped center island has a unique beadblasted stainless steel farmhouse sink.

Popular with mid 19th century furniture makers, the reproduction spool bed is part of designer Phoebe Howard’s line - Mr. and Mrs. Howard Collection by Sherill Furniture.

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Left: The large living room is divided into separate seating areas encouraging conversation.

Designer Howard takes antique dining tables and repurposes them as unique coffee tables by cutting the legs.

Chevron patterned, mahogany front doors open to a two-story living room wrapped with clerestory windows. The Historical Concepts architects added the upper story windows, when inspired by area homes including the Leipers Fork Country Victorian Farmhouse of businessman Aubrey Preston.

Right: French doors open to the dining room providing great party flow and a lovely spot for after dinner drinks. Notice the Sunbrella “Moreland Taupe” retractable shades

by Nashville Tent and Awning.

Sliding kitchen barn wood doors from a 1900’s barn in Louden, Tennessee were acquired from Eagle Reclaimed Lumber in Murfreesboro. “Mixing reclaimed lumber in a new home is a great design technique and provides rustic texture against the new backdrop,” says builder Looney.

Next year will find the Idea House at Fontanel transformed into a boutique hotel. In the meantime, you’ll want to check out the fresh array of colors Southern Living’s contributing editor Phoebe Howard has used for the home, including the serene master bedroom with Olympus White walls and Ice Cube color ceiling – all Sherwin Williams colors.

The two-story living room walls are spruce-planked painted a Moderate White giving the room a light and airy feel. With a mason-lite firebox from Nashville Fireplace and Grill, located in Franklin, the designer selected moss color Ann Sacks tile as the surround and repeated the tile in the powder room for design continuity.

A great porch is essential to any Southern home. The private guest bunkies each have their own abbreviated porch. The main farmhouse has front and rear porches fully decorated with versatile seating arrangements. The Earthtone color MoistureShield decking can easily

take a great all-weather rug and provides easy clean up of pollen or dirt.

The other Nashville area team member was Page|Duke Landscape Architects. Working with the creative staff of the Southern Living Plant Collections, the landscape plan divides the huge garden into six areas including a cutting garden and a vegetable garden with herbs like Chocolate Mint. Did you know that a tomato leaf can help soothe a bee sting?

Now that the project has been featured on the August cover of Southern Living, you can bring your camera to capture the hundreds of inspiring decorating ideas as well as tour the original 27,000 square feet Mandrell log home and lunch at the scrumptious Café Fontanella.

A portion of the proceeds benefits St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and team members and sponsors for the project include: Castle Homes, Page|Duke Landscape Architects, Historical Concepts, Phoebe Howard, Fontanel Properties LLC, Allstate, AT&T, Ballard Designs, Bevolo, Cesar, Chevrolet, Cottonelle, Lennox, LP Techshield, Mr. & Mrs. Howard for Sherrill Furniture, Nashville Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, Rinnai, Shaw Floors, Sherwin-Williams, Southern Living Plant Collection, Sunbrella and The Company Store.

Be sure you stop by the Resource Center to find a great cornucopia of building and design information. The home will be decorated for the holidays by November 8th and is open Wednesdays – Sundays until December 29th. For tickets and directions, visit fontanelmansion.com.

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AMY FREESE DESIGN

COOL SPRINGS UPHOLSTERY

DECORATING SASSY SENIOR STYLE Amy Freese Design for Cool Springs Upholstery

I’ve often wondered if I’ll always be interested in dolling up my surroundings. From my experience working with our Cool Springs Upholstery design customers, I’m beginning to think I will. Just as we have all ages of furniture being carried through the door, we also have all

enthusiasm for decorating after 60 + years of marriage. After one of our conversations I asked, “You mean I have to wait that long before my hubby gets into it?” She replied, “Yes, I’m afraid you do.”

Another sweet couple coming through our door had been down the reupholstery road with the same chairs 15 years ago, when CSU was still a young pup.

They were excited to refresh their space at The Heritage in Brentwood with new print and color.

I was excited, as well, as Mrs. Alderman and I hit it off instantly. I felt like I was with an old friend, no pun intended, from the get-go. We laughed and giggled like school girls, as we talked about she and her husband’s long and fruitful 62 years of marriage and children.

Our typical lead time is four to five weeks to get furniture magazine ready. But this down-sized couple informed me that, “If you take our two chairs and ottoman for that long, we’ll likely be sitting on the floor and who knows if we’ll be able to get back up.”

ages of customers walking through our door, desiring to breathe a little more life into their “chairishables.”

I experience a lot of joy working with the more mature and wise customers who have been around the block a time or two. I love that they still get a kick out of updating their nest. One of my most recent favorite seniors sprinkled sunshine each time she scurried into the shop looking for the perfect fabric to update and modernize her new pad. This spunky spry thing was all about repurposing her pieces of yesterday with the trends of today. When I grow up. I want to be like Verna. She’s my kinda girl.

Just recently a long time couple, who love to embrace the art of rehab and recovery, are on their second go around of window treatments with us at CSU. We scoured the fabric books looking for just the right pop of color and pizazz to modernize their Forrest Crossing abode. The wife and I have shared a chuckle or two over her husband’s new found

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My dad’s mission from the birth of CSU has always been to serve his customers with a servant’s heart.

Therefore, the boss makes expedited exceptions for Heritage residents and those living in other senior communities. I find it to be a true privilege to work and spend time with people who have a little more life under their cushions, yet still understand the benefits of creating a space they feel comfortable and content in. However, after the design process is all said and done, I think I’m the one who reaps the benefit of their reupholstery recovery, as I’m the one who truly gets refreshed in the process.

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Bootlegger’s Bash Story & Photography by K York The Battle of Franklin Trust hosted the third annual Bootlegger’s Bash at the Carnton Plantation in August.

Guests feasted on pig roast, fried chicken and an array of scrumptious southern side dishes. The string band Hogslop entertained the crowd to a little toe tapping and knee slapping music. Whiskey, wine and beer were available for tasting.

Fundraising events like the Bash help preserve the rich history of Williamson County.

Karyn & Steve Miller

Luke Arterburn & Shelby Marvel

Adrienne Tittle, Neil & Mark Lepore

Hogslop

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Stacey Watson, Glenn Johnson & Ondrea Harrison

Libby, Brandon & Karen Sullivan

Lucy Battle & Margaret Roberts

Paul & Marsha Buscher

Mike & Elaine Rohrig

Ben Gilmore, Maggie Chipman & Andrew Sanborn

Mary Pearce & Bonnie Woodard

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40th Annual Heritage Ball Sponsors and Table Hosts Party Sponsored Event

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Sponsors, table hosts, and committee members of the 40th Annual Heritage Ball enjoyed a festive evening at the home of Tom and Cordia Harrington. Guests mingled and sipped drinks by the pool on a fabulously cool evening. Even a quick rain shower didn’t deter party-goers from the fun. Sponsors and event Chairs Andy and Jan Marshal were recognized for their contribution to this, the 40th annual event. The Heritage Ball is Williamson County’s largest and longest running black tie affair and will be held on September 21st. For more information and to attend the Heritage Ball go to www.historicfranklin.com.

Krista Dial & Torrey Barnhill

Jill Cole & Summer Sheldon

John & Olivia Gregory

Klaus & Aimee Punessen, Rick Warwick

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Allen & Shawne Sills

Rene Evans & Elaine Warwick

Brit Boatright & Beth Lohman

Hank & Elizabeth Devlin, Jay Sheridan

Joe & Teresa Walker, Mark Cianciolo

Russell & Diane Little, Tom & Deborah Stillwell

Susan Holmes & Wendy Dunavant

Rob Roethemeyer, Dan Hays & Greg Crutchfield

Steve Ellis, Porter & Angela Calhoun

Carl Haley, Rick Warwick & Greg Flittner

Cordia Harrington, Becky Porter & Dan Hogan

Jackie & Barry Alexander

Angie Murphy & Vivian Garrett

Becky Porter & Jennifer Parker

Michael Ann & Don Robinson

Wendy Dunavant, Cathy & Chuck Isaacs

Jan & Andy Marshall, Nancy Smith

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300 Wines. 30 Restaurants.

1 Cause.

The Franklin Wine Festival features live musical entertainment on multiple stages, celebrity pourers and a live and silent auction. In addition, there are Vintner’s Dinners held in conjunction with the festival, all benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Friday, October 11, 2013 | 7:00 pm The Factory At Franklin www.FranklinWineFestival.com | 615.522.5659

Advance Tickets $89

The Ed Bearss Country Supper at the Lotz House Story & Photography

by Rachel Weishaupt The Lotz House welcomed Ed Bearss for a country supper, which included live music and celebrating on the Franklin Battlefield.

Guests enjoyed delicious southern food, while visiting with Ed Bearss, who is considered the father of modern day Civil War battlefield preservation.

The Lotz House is located in the heart of downtown Franklin and was a key site during the Battle of Franklin. For more information about this event and the Lotz House visit www.lotzhouse.com.

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IN YOUR BACKYARD

40 YEARS OF HERITAGE BALL

THE BALL THAT SAVED A JEWEL

by René Alexenko Evans

Imagine Franklin without a Carnton Plantation. No house museum for out-of-town guests to visit. No weddings in the garden. No summer concert series on the lawn. Who would know the name Carrie McGavock? What would surround the Confederate cemetery? How much poorer would our community be without one of its crown jewels?

Built in 1826 by Randal McGavock, the house that served as the largest Confederate field hospital following the Battle of Franklin was sold out of the McGavock family in 1911. Over the next sixty years the house slid slowly and more deeply into decline, frequently owned by absentee landlords and leased by tenant farmers. At one point the doors to the building were missing and motorcycle parts were stored in the third floor attic. Animals wandered freely through the first floor and the blood stains on the second floor were buried under bales of hay. It became something of a rite of passage for high schoolers to attempt to spend the night in the rumored-to-be-haunted building.

But the times they were a’changing. In 1967 a small group of determined Franklinites committed themselves to saving Franklin’s landmark structures before they fell to the bulldozers of progress. They called themselves the Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County. One of their early goals was to save Carnton before the grande dame succumbed to age and neglect.

In 1973 Mark Garrett, the president of the newlyformed Heritage Foundation, asked Marty Parish Ligon to throw a gala on behalf of the Heritage Foundation.

“I said I would do it if we could save Carnton,” she remembered. A spitfire ball of energy, Ligon threw her efforts into transforming Carnton from what it was into what it could be for the benefit of one very important guest: Dr. W.D. Sugg of Bradenton, FL, who owned the home and the surrounding 165 acres. Dr. Sugg, who had grown up near Franklin and attended Battle Ground Academy, had purchased the property a few years earlier and expressed an interest in restoring

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the home and retiring there. But to some in Franklin that reality seemed a long way off, and every year the house seemed to slip a little closer to the point of being past saving. Ligon wanted Dr. Sugg to see a Carnton restored from the neglected home of a tenant farmer to a historic jewel with both a profound history and a promising future. She would throw the first gala at Carnton since before the Civil War. With just three months to pull it off, Ligon began doling out jobs. One of those jobs fell to Ann Herbert Floyd. “I told her it was her job to find as many pieces that were original to Carnton as she could and to bring them back home,” recalled Ligon.

“Ann was magnificent.” As it happened, Floyd’s then-husband, Wilson Herbert, was related to a McGavock descendant who lived in North Carolina. Floyd called the relative and asked if they had any artifacts that might be original to the home. They did. Did she by any chance know any other descendants who might have artifacts? She did. Would they be interested in attending the Heritage Ball, and bringing some of their artifacts to loan to the home for the evening?

They would. In the end, Ligon and Floyd rounded up McGavock descendants from North Carolina, Texas, Alabama, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. Floyd had another card up her sleeve. Harriet Bartlett, a McGavock descendant who lived in Franklin, had hosted a bridal shower at her home some years earlier at which Floyd had been a guest. Floyd remembered walking in to a modest home and seeing an enormous portrait hanging over the mantel. When she inquired as to the subject of the painting she learned it was one of Harriet’s ancestor’s from Carnton, one Carrie McGavock. “All I could think about was that gorgeous old portrait hanging over Harriet’s fireplace. I knew we had to get it to the ball.” Floyd found other portraits, too, and other artifacts: Carrie’s finger bowls, silverware, cruet service, and black silk stole; leather-bound books inscribed with the McGavock name and containing Andrew Jackson’s signature; a china cigar holder and humidor; jewelry and a mother-of-pearl calling card case

that belonged to Randal McGavock’s wife Sarah; a doll chair and cradle. Also among the artifacts was Carrie McGavock’s cemetery book, her guide to the locations of the final resting places of the 1,484 soldiers interred in the Confederate cemetery.

While the old home served as inspiration for the evening, it posed a huge challenge, too. It was in poor condition and not exactly “company ready,” although tenant farmers were living in it. Ligon was undaunted. “We moved [the tenants] into the Holiday Inn for a little more than a week and took over the house,” she recalled. “We hung a chandelier in the center hallway. The electrician called to tell me that the wiring wouldn’t support the chandelier, and I told him to just rewire whatever he had to in order to make it work. There were some leaks we had to repair. We repainted the downstairs. We brought in oriental rugs to cover the floors.” Floyd took over what is now known as the best parlor to display the collection of McGavock family artifacts. She borrowed glass display cases from some of the local stores. By the time the walls had been painted, the carpets laid and the display cases installed, “We had that room looking right nice,” remembered Floyd. When the big day arrived Carnton had been spit shined and polished better than she had been in years. Guests entered the home and viewed a glittering jewelry collection from Neiman Marcus in Dallas and the collection of McGavock family portraits and artifacts before making their way out the front door to a tented front yard where dinner and dancing awaited. Tables were set for some 700 guests and two orchestras were ready to entertain until 2 a.m.

Dinner, at 10 p.m., consisted of a plantation breakfast: country ham, chicken breasts simmered in wine, hot biscuits, grits and fruit.

Ligon and her team of outstanding volunteers had done their job and now it was up to Dr. Joe Willoughby to close the sale. “I knew I wasn’t the one to talk business,” said Ligon. “I told Dr. Willoughby, ‘I want you to convince Dr. Sugg that we need to save Carnton.’”

While the Heritage Foundation gladly would have accepted the donation of the home, its interest was in preserving Carnton for future generations, no matter what the ownership structure. Dr. Sugg had at one point considered leaving Carnton to the State of Tennessee after his death, but Dr. Willoughby, Richard Jordan, Joe Pinkerton and Curtis Green ultimately convinced him it would be better to establish a new non-profit corporation, the Carnton Association, and to donate the house and ten acres to that entity, which would own the home and be responsible for its restoration and preservation. At the Heritage Ball in 1977 Dr. Willoughby announced that the conveyance had taken place.

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has,” said Margaret Mead.

Thanks to the efforts of a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens 40 years ago and the generosity of Dr. Sugg, today Carnton Plantation hosts some 50,000 visitors a year, visitors who come from every corner of the globe and who take home an understanding of and respect for the piece of the Civil War that played out in our own backyards. And 40 years after the Heritage Ball that showed Carnton as the diamond in the rough that she was, the Heritage Ball is still supporting the mission of the Heritage Foundation: protecting and preserving the architectural, geographic and cultural heritage of Franklin and Williamson County.

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A LITTLE SOMETHING EXTRA

MRS. TENNESSEE

AMANDA UGGLA Mrs. Tennessee United States

Franklin resident, Amanda Uggla, currently holds the title of Mrs. Tennessee United States. At 32, she is wife to Mike Uggla and mom to Keaton (5) and Logan (3). She is a stay at home mom, a part time promotional model and manages one night a week at Jonathan’s Grille in Cool Springs.

Originally from Kansas, Amanda moved to Nashville, at the age of 19, to pursue a career in the music industry. She sang with a few different groups on Broadway and Gibson Showcase, before she met and married her husband in 2006. After having their first child in 2008, Amanda decided that she missed the stage and needed the ultimate motivation to lose the baby weight. She felt that putting herself in a position to be judged in a swimsuit was just the answer.

She placed 4th runner upin a local pageant less than a year after her son was born. Amanda knew that she wanted to compete again, giving herself a chance to set goals and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

On April 21, 2013, Amanda was crowned Mrs. Tennessee United States. The pageant was held at the West Creek Performing Arts Center in Clarksville. Since receiving the title, she has had the opportunity to work with the YMCA, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, Best Buddies of Tennessee and anti bullying organizations. She was also able to sing the National Anthem at an Atlanta Braves game, recently. She says it’s “one of the coolest things” she has done, as Mrs. Tennessee. A video of the performance can be seen on her Mrs. Tennessee United States 2013 Facebook page.

The Mrs. United States Pageant was held in July in Las Vegas.

Amanda finished in the top 5, as 3rd runner up. “The most memorable moment of competing at Nationals was having so much support from my friends and family and spending time with some of the most amazing women across the country,” Amanda said. “ My roommate at nationals, Mrs. Texas, was the one who brought home the crown.”

Amanda is an active member of her church and is passionate about encouraging volunteerism. She recently took her second life altering missionary trip to Haiti and would be honored, if she inspired others to step outside their comfort zone.

Amanda enjoys exercising, baseball games, traveling and spending time with family and friends.

“Being Mrs. Tennessee is truly an honor,” Amanda said. “I love that I’m a wife and mother and still get to be a role model for others.”

She will be crowning her successor on April 27, 2014 in Clarksville.

See more details about the competition and eligibility at www.mrstennesseeunitedstates.com.

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Music lovers gathered on the lawn at the Historic Carnton Plantation to listen to the classic rock sounds of the 60s, 70’s, 80’s and 90’s at the last concert of the summer. It was an evening of great entertainment as friends and families enjoyed their favorite picnic foods and beverages; children played, and mom and dad danced to the music of Bad Dog. The Sunset Concert Series is over for 2013, but we all anxiously wait to see what will be in store for the 2014 year.

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ARTS & CULTURE A LA CARTE

ANDREA DAVIS

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ART: John Cannon Being a part of the local music and art scene has allowed me to cross paths several times with artist John Cannon. Formally in the Factory at Franklin, John has a studio/gallery at the historic Five Points in East Nashville at The Idea Hatchery. His walls are an eclectic mix of art that is full of color & life.

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I sat down with John recently to talk art, which led to additional topics of music, writing, philosophy and just life experience in general. “Your art form is what you’re not afraid of,” John said. “We’re all fearful about certain things. I would be afraid of a lion’s den or hang gliding, but putting paint on a canvas shouldn’t be something to be afraid of.“ He goes on to say that many people are not only afraid of painting but of liking art, and they do not understand the process. John teaches art, and when his students say they do not like what they have created, John says, “Somebody will.” As he gets older, he tries not to be too judgmental. He knows that even if he is not a fan of something, there are others that like it. John points out that Van Gogh only sold two paintings while he was alive, and both were to his brother. One of Van Gogh’s paintings just recently sold for $147million. “Paint what you like and wait for others to like it,” John says. “If you’re painting what you like, you’re true to your art.”

Something that I have really enjoyed, while getting to know John, is his sense of humor that he infuses into his art. One of my favorite pieces is his “BLT-Beagle Lettuce and Tomato.” Like much of his work, it is inspired by his love for dogs and, like many East Nashvillians, his enthusiasm for tomato art. I experienced the Tomato Art Fest for the first time this year, and I am now a tomato art enthusiast myself. In addition to the “BLT,” John has many funny and creative tomato paintings. As for the aforementioned love for dogs, John does a lot of paintings of dogs, especially commission work. Part of the proceeds of all dog art goes to Frankie’s Friends, a non-profit foundation dedicated to finding cures and saving pets with cancer and other serious diseases.

Even though John’s work can often be seen in art shows around Williamson County, I strongly encourage you to make the quick trip to East Nashville to see his studio/ gallery and get the full experience. “There’s so much good visual art in Nashville right now,” John says. “ It kind of takes ‘second fiddle’ to the music scene. People should get out and experience it and definitely support local artists.”

To find out more about John Cannon, go to www. johncannonart.com. Also, check out www.frankiesfriends.com and www.tomatoartfest.com.

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MUSIC: Gary Talley I love to sit around with the guys in my band and talk about things that have happened on the road. When you’re out playing music, you meet a lot of interesting people and sometimes end up in strange places. From being treated like royalty to staying in sketchy motels and being attacked in our van by ants (yes, ants), we’ve been through a lot over the years. However, none of our stories even come close to all the experiences that Gary Talley had starting all the way back to the early 60’s. I could listen to him talk all day.

Gary’s claim to fame is being the lead guitarist in The Box Tops, a Memphis rock group known for their hits “The Letter” and “Cry Like a Baby.” Before The Box Tops, Gary was in a high school garage band called The In Crowd. He says that half the kids he knew in high school were in a band. He went to the same school as Booker T and The M.G.’s. “In Memphis, the influence was black music,” Gary says. “It was very prominent and a lot different than the music in Nashville.”

John Evans, also from The Box Tops, was in The In Crowd, as well. The band broke up and John joined The Devilles. He told Gary that they were looking for a guitar player. Gary went to lead singer Alex Chilton’s house thinking he was auditioning, but they had already made the decision to add him to the group.

After “The Letter” was cut, they had to change their name because it was already trademarked to someone else. Gary says he does not remember the band having anything to do with the name. Their manager just told them that they were going to be The Box Tops. Gary did not like the name, but after the record was climbing the charts, he was good with it.

Playing during such a monumental time in music history, I had to know who all Gary had met and shared a stage with while in The Box Tops. He says that Jimi Hendrix is definitely on the top of that list. Also included were The Doors, Steppenwolf, Fleetwood Mac, Cream, Buffalo Springfield, The Turtles and many more. Gary’s favorite memory is sitting in a hotel room on his 21st birthday and hearing a knock at the door. His bass player had brought him an orange cake topped with lit candles and had The Beach Boys standing behind him singing “Happy Birthday.”

I cannot even imagine what that must have felt like.

After The Box Tops, Gary started doing a lot of studio work in Memphis and then moved to Nashville in 1981. He has been on records with Tammy Wynette, Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings, just to name a few. Gary has done a lot of songwriting, including a cut on David Allan Coe’s first record. He says his favorite thing, since The Box Tops, has been playing with Billy Preston. “Billy Preston is the most talented musician ever,” Gary says. “Playing with him on stage was the most joyful experience. It was like heaven.”

Currently, Gary is living in Franklin and playing with his band Gary Talley and The Road Home.

They play a lot of what they call “Memphis Music,” all The Box Top hits, original songs and covers from 1965-1975. In addition to the full band, Gary plays solo gigs and enjoys playing house concerts. Gary also teaches guitar lessons five times a week. He is able to do it in person and on Skype or Facetime, allowing him to teach anyone anywhere. He has an instructional DVD called “Guitar Playing for Songwriters,” which is the first of its kind.

Now that I have had a chance to get to know him, Gary has been added to my list of the coolest people in Franklin. You can find out more about him at www.garytalley.com. Also, “like” Gary Talley and The Road Home on Facebook to keep up with tour dates and recordings.

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ON SCREEN: Santiago Cirilo This is a story of a man who has had great sadness in his life. It has not been easy.

It has been almost unbearable. Yet, it is also a story of redemption and hope.

Santiago Cirilo was born in Puerto Rico but grew up on the shores of Lake Erie in Lorain, Ohio. He lived with his parents, five brothers and one sister in a three bedroom duplex. His mom worked nights to provide the only income. They could not afford toys, so Santiago dug through dumpsters to find some. He had to walk two miles to school, as early as nine years old. It was difficult for Santiago to live in poverty but nothing compared to the difficulty of living with his abusive, alcoholic father. Santiago remembers asking for church clothes and getting punched in the face. He says he had to become a man earlier than most boys do.

Santiago stayed focused in high school and was able to go to college. It was a bit of a rebellion period for him because he had never really had fun. He was going to have to leave college and go home, but he was approached by an Army recruiter and decided to join. He was in the Army for six years, plus two years inactive. During that time, he met his wife and became best friends with Ricky Van Shelton’s nephew, Jonathan, who got him into country music.

Santiago and Jonathan dreamed of starting a music and film company together.

After the Army, Santiago and his wife moved to Nashville. He got a job sanding guitars for Gibson. His fast work kept getting him moved up, until he was setting up guitars for artists like Keith Urban, Kid Rock, Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Lenny Kravitz and Toby Keith. Santiago started seeing his guitars on television and decided he wanted to be the one on there. He saw a commercial about acting courses and started doing research about how to get involved in the industry. He started taking night classes, earning degrees in Law and Dramatic Arts. Meanwhile, he contacted the top agents in LA, Atlanta, New Orleans and Nashville. He ended up in LA for two months going to auditions, but he said there were 1000 just like him at every audition. He ended up coming home and started doing local and national commercials and print modeling. Eventually, he started getting emails from the agents in New Orleans and Atlanta with auditioning opportunities. He landed his first big job on America’s Most Wanted, playing the villain on their anniversary show. From then he started doing a lot of promotional videos and pilots, while basically living out of his car and keeping his day job at the law firm.

When Santiago’s acting career was really starting to take off, his grandmother passed away. Soon after, his father passed away. This really hit him hard. For the last ten years of his life, his father had stopped drinking and became a better man. After his death, Santiago broke down and felt empty. He was depressed for two years, and his career was on hold. His grandfather passed away during that time, as well. One day, he asked God to just let him laugh. He turned on the television and “Ellen” was on. He said a lady called in to the show and said, “I love Jesus, but I drink a little.” Santiago laughed for hours. He says God gave him that moment, and he bounced back. He began auditioning again and got a co-staring role along side Jason Lee on an episode of TNT’s Memphis Beat.

Santiago was beginning to get roles on shows on USA, The Discovery Channel, Lifetime and Fox. Things were going well, and then his mother was diagnosed with cancer. Not long after that, he gets a call that his best friend, Jonathan, had taken his own life. A month later, his mom passed away.

However, he says that God gave him the strength to deal with her death. He was able to able to have time to say goodbye. There was a moment before she died that they danced, and he will cherish it forever.

Friends were worried about how Santiago was going to deal with more death, but he was able to keep his composure and continue acting. He got more work in television and some films, including Country Strong, starring Gwyneth Paltrow and Tim McGraw. Recently, he did two episodes of the upcoming season of AMC’s The Walking Dead. He plays the part of “Julio” in episodes four and eight with a possibility of more.

In addition to acting, Santiago has been writing scripts for movies. He has a project called The Psalm that has gotten some interest from producers that want to get it in theaters by 2015. He’s also involved in music, hosting shows and helping artists begin their careers. His dream is to build a family entertainment company.

Even though his life has not been an easy one, Santiago stays positive and focused on his career. “Once God gives you a talent, you express it,” Santiago said. “And people will see God’s gift more through what you do as a person.”

To find out more about Santiago Cirilo, go to youtube.com/user/santiagocirilo21 or imdb.com/name/nm4030125/resume.

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Wanda Jackson at the TPAC Gala Story by Andrea Davis My latest VIP experience was backstage with Wanda Jackson at the TPAC”s “One in a Million” Gala. Widely known and respected as “The Queen of Rockabilly,” Wanda is credited with being the first woman to ever record a rock and roll song—“Let’s Have a Party” in 1958. In 2009, she was inducted into the “Rock and Roll Hall of Fame” and, in 2010, was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Americana Music Awards. I was able to listen in on Wanda’s interviews with CMT and the TPAC. She recalled what it was like in the early days touring with Elvis Presley and Jerry Lee Lewis. Her performance at the gala was incredible. She continues to live up to her status as the Queen. In addition to Wanda, I had the pleasure of meeting several other VIPs, including Scott Moreau. Scott plays Johnny Cash in the Million Dollar Quartet, coming to the TPAC in May. The gala continues to be one of my favorite events of the year and gets me so excited for the upcoming season. The first show is Disney’s Beauty and the Beast on September 24th. I cannot wait! For more info and tickets go to tpac.org.

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MUSIC Chris Isaak at War Memorial Auditorium………………….Sept. 8 Ben Harper & Charlie Musselwhite at Ryman………..…Sept. 14 Joe Satriani at War Memorial Auditorium……………...….Sept. 17 Dar Williams at The Franklin Theatre……………………Sept. 19 Alabama Shakes at Fontanel………………….………….Sept. 21 Alt-J at The Ryman………………………………………Sept. 21 Darrell Scott & Tim O’Brien at The Franklin Theatre…….Sept. 21 Fun at Fontanel………………………....……………….Sept. 22 Firefall at The Franklin Theatre………………………….Sept. 24 Kenny Rogers at The Ryman……………………………Sept. 25 Red Steagall at The Franklin Theatre……………………Sept. 25 Sigur Ros at Fontanel…………………………………....Sept. 27 3 Doors Down at War Memorial Auditorium………….Sept. 27 Colin Hay at The Franklin Theatre………………………..Sept. 28 Gov’t Mule at The Ryman………………………………Sept. 28 City and Colour at The Ryman…………………………..Sept. 29 Blondie at The Ryman………………………………….Sept. 30

THEATER Who’s Afraid of Virginia Wolf (at Boiler Room Theatre)…Aug. 23-Sept.14 Studio Tenn’s The Hank Legacy: The Songs of Hank Williams (at The Franklin Theatre)……Aug. 29-Sept.15 Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at TPAC……….………Sept. 24-29 For more information on these events or to submit events for the calendar, please send an email to andrea@yourwilliamson.com.

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by Nell Dickerson Nell’s wonderful book opens, “If the civil war crippled the South, then air conditioning finished it off.”

There was a time, when every significant life event in the South occurred on the porch. People visited with each other, courted, conducted important business, ate summertime meals, cleaned guns and boots, shelled butter beans, watched fireflies, and listened to crickets while gazing at the star-filled sky.

People in the South lived on the porch because it was hot. When air conditioning came along, folks retreated indoors to get relief from the heat. As a result, they lost interest in outdoor rooms.

Porch sitting, one of the most significant pastimes of Southern culture, has since gone the way of hand-churned ice cream and the quilting bee.

Porch Dogs combines fine-art portraits of man’s best friend with beautiful architectural documentation of the Southern porch.

Nell Dickerson fondly recalls childhood nights on the sleeping porch of her grandparents’ Mississippi Delta home, the sounds of katydids, cicadas, tree frogs and the merciful breeze from the overhead fan. But during the heat of the day, the family sought refuge indoors, leaving the dog to his lonely vigil. “I felt like he understood that the porch was the gateway between inside and outside and that it was his duty to keep sentry there, in case someone wanted to pass,” she recalls.

Years later, Dickerson noticed that few new homes had porches, as their residents increasingly dependent on air conditioning. “We Southerners used to be social,” she notes. “Now, we risk losing what makes us Southern: porch sitting. But there is hope. Our dogs maintain the tradition.”

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Whether they’re fans of photography or preservation, high art or humble canines, readers won’t be able to keep from smiling at the array of delightful portraits that reflect a former cultural pastime.

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City Saver Celebrating 10 years of “Good” Business Ten years ago, Tom and Kristin Beach quit their corporate jobs and took a big leap of faith to start the business - City Saver.

City Saver is a coupon book/ Smartphone app that offers consumers 50%-discounts and Buy One, Get One Free coupons to restaurants, attractions and shopping venues. Its’ goal is to help non-profit organizations and local schools to raise funds for certain initiatives. Schools or Community groups sell the books for $25 and keep half the profits. Businesses are able to place ads and coupons free-of-charge in the book to welcome customers.

Consumers enjoy the savings at their favorite restaurant, store or attraction. It creates quite the win-win-win scenario.

In Williamson County, City Saver is being sold by Westwood Elementary, Brentwood High School Band, Franklin High School Band, Edmondson Elementary, Woodland Middle School Band, Ravenwood JROTC, Clovercroft Elementary, Trinity Elementary, Centennial JROTC, Oak View Elementary, Page JROTC, Independence JROTC, Spring Station Middle School, Allendale Elementary and the Franklin Special School district.

In 2012, 10,000 City Saver books were sold through Williamson County schools, putting $125,000 directly in the pocket of these schools and groups. Clovercroft Elementary School met its City Saver goal over the past two years, and was able to purchase playground additions and computer laptops.

Tom Beach, founder of City Saver, notes that he finds great joy in school’s testimonials of how they have use their funds on playground equipment, technology or aiding school bands in attending competitions/performances – knowing that he’s made a difference in the life of child is what City Saver is all about. It’s what Tom and his wife, Kristen Beach, are all about.

We congratulate Tom and Kristen Beach on 10-years of business – living their mantra: DOING GOOD WHILE DOING GOOD BUSINESS!

YOUR Williamson will be recognizing an Education Hero in every issue. Please tell us a story of a school administrator, volunteer, teacher or student that excels in academics, sports, environment consciousness or community care. Please send your story (along with a photo) to our Community Editor Susan Charest at susan@yourwilliamson.com.

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WILLIAMSON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS:

WILLIAMSON CO. REWARD SCHOOLS

by Susan Charest The Tennessee Department of Education has identified 26 Reward Schools in Williamson County.

That’s up from 9 schools identified in 2012. WCS Superintendent Dr. Mike Looney said “with the school board’s leadership, the tenacity of our employees, and the hard work of our students, we continue to outpace schools across the country. Hopefully, this nearly 300 percent increase in Reward Schools will delight our community and demonstrate what an incredible return on investment WCS provides the citizens of Williamson County.”

Congratulations to these schools - they are among the top 5 percent of schools in the state that showed one-year’s growth and/or academic achievement on standardized tests.

PERFORMANCE Brentwood High Edmondson Elementary Franklin High Page Middle Grassland Elementary Hillsboro K-8 Independence High Kenrose Elementary Lipscomb Elementary Nolensville Elementary Oak View Elementary Pearre Creek Elementary Scales Elementary Summit High Sunset Middle Walnut Grove Elementary Winstead Elementary Woodland Middle

PERFORMANCE & PROGRESS Allendale Elementary Brentwood Middle Clovercroft Elementary Crockett Elementary Page High Grassland Middle Sunset Elementary Trinity Elementary

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Porsche of Nashville Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Story & Photography by Cameron McBride Williamson County welcomed the new Porsche of Nashville with an August ribbon cutting ceremony. The new dealership hosted an evening reception afterwards to toast their new location. The facility was filled with live piano music, gorgeous cars, and refreshments. They also awarded technicians with watches, honoring them for their services. Learn more about Porsche of Nashville at porscheofnashville.com.

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FROM OUR TABLE TO YOURS

FOOTBALL SOCIAL

THE BIG GAME PARTY GETS A MAKEOVER

by Erica Rains and Executive Chef Chris Rains / Photography by Sarah Bailey

It’s cutthroat. It’s dirty. It’s intense.

It’s football, and it’s here to stay for a nice long season. Time to up the ante. If you’re going to entertain in your home, while guests indulge in a little pigskin action, it might as well be fabulous.

But there are some alternatives, and I know The Chef and I have been refreshed to see some creative ways to elevate the entire football experience, when you’re watching at home this season. Why can’t we make this a football entertainment event on the next level? There are many ways to add pizazz – the great thing is that you don’t have to create excitement; you’ve already got it with football.

We get it. Hot wings and cold beer spell America’s sport. But why can’t more focus of the culinary part of the season be a reality? Do we have to eat nachos and hotdogs? Why can’t cheese balls be crispy pita with Havarti cream sauce and brats with homemade horseradish aioli instead?

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Chef Chris Rains says: Make this southern style creative topping for you dogs, brats, hamburgers, or even sliced pork tenderloin for the big game

INGREDIENTS: 4 fresh Southern peaches, sliced thinly 2 vidalia onions, sliced thinly ½ cup fresh basil, sliced thinly 2 tbsp olive oil Cook onion in olive oil for 10 minutes until golden brown. Add in peaches and season with salt & pepper to taste. Cook peaches until soft and falling apart.

Remove from heat and toss in basil. Refrigerate and use as a creative tasty option for your hot dogs or brats.

TIPS TO MAKE YOUR FOOTBALL SOIREE SCORE:

INGREDIENTS: 2 cups of your favorite barbecued meat ½ cup bread and butter pickles, chopped fine 1 cup havarti cheese, shredded 12 flour or corn tortillas Lay out your dozen tortillas and evenly distribute your barbecue between them, lining the meat in the middle from side to side in a line. Do the same with the pickles and cheese on top of the pork. Roll them up and refrigerate until you are ready to cook them at the tailgate party. Sear the taquitos in a sauté pan or grill over medium heat, lightly oil the grill or sauté pan to provide a crispy outside to your tortilla. Grill them on all sides. Enjoy by dipping them in your favorite sauce, aioli or dressing.

Erica and Chris Rains have owned a large catering company in Middle Tennessee for five years and have now opened their interactive supper club in Lenox Village on Nolensville Road near Old Hickory Boulevard. They both have a passion for food and the people that they serve, and strive to raise the bar locally in both catering and in dining out environments.

Email: Erica@thechefandicatering.com or chef@thechefandicatering.com or visit www.thechefandisupperclub.com – And remember, life is short. It might as well be delicious.

• Remember, it really IS about the game. Don’t try to take away from that, just enhance it.

• Have something to eat when people arrive, but don’t give away the farm just yet.

Do some hors d’oeuvres. Bribe your child to pass them around-it provides fun interaction in helping plan and execute if you make this a family affair.

• If you do a bar, don’t do a full bar. Too many elements, too many choices, and more expensive! Instead, do some beer, wine and one fun signature drink.

• If your guests are totally into the game, half time means breaks and nosh sessions. Be sure to have everything ready for them to attack the food/drink/restroom before the second half. Once the game’s back on, consolidate and tidy up or have the caterers do it if you’ve employed assistance - the Chef and I do this often for clients and it’s great to have help.

With so many local resources to provide some fun options, it’s easy to get a little more creative – it won’t be a stretch. We promise-the following professionals will help if you don’t want to do the whole thing by yourself.

Planners and other pros that service Williamson County and do residential parties: A MAGICAL AFFAIR THE CHEF & I EVENT DIVISION Courtney Hammons Erica Rains 615.465.2069 615.730.8496 www.amagicalaffair.com www.thechefandisupperclub.com

A MUSIC CITY EVENT ELLIOTT EVENTS Sarah Willard and Deb Hagerty Tiffanie Elliott 615.727.3903 615.485.2193 www.amusiccityevent.com www.elliottevents.com

PLAN AHEAD EVENTS NASHVILLE SOUTH Nery Duarte 615.612.9002 www.planaheadevents-nashvillesouth.com Why can’t football be the new reason for a party? In our opinion and we do parties for a living, there aren’t enough social engagements. Football just fits right in as another great reason. These local planners aren’t just there for a huge wedding. They can be a quick fix if you don’t have time but want to put something together that feels like a well-planned day or night of friends, sports, and really great food.

“There are so many details to take into consideration when planning an event in a private home. Having a professional walk you through it can be a tremendous help and relief,” said Sarah Willard with Music City Events. Planners like Sarah can really ease the stress of planning something and still come out looking like an amazing host.

Courtney Hammons, owner of A Magical Affair, agrees that there is something in the crisp cool air that lingers around the corner with the coming of football season. “This is not your grandfather’s football party,” she says. “This is all about the experience. Gone are the days of the standard football parties with a grill and beer. This is the time to step it up a notch!”’

To find out more about hosting your own elevated football experience, call me: Erica Rains at The Chef and I at 615.618.2661 - I’ll share ideas and resources whenever you’d like!

Try some of the above ideas - you might just find yourself with a culinary touchdown!

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SEC!

THE CRY OF THE SOUTH

by Adam Davis

SEC! SEC! SEC! This is the cry of the South, where football is life, and life is good.

Actually, good is an understatement. I don’t think there is a real word that can describe the Southeastern Conference. Year after year, the rest of the country watches, as the SEC continues its dominance of the football universe. The 7-year national championship run is one of the most incredible feats in sports history (I don’t see anyone stopping us from getting the 8th), but that dominance has been present since the beginning of the BCS era. Since the BCS began in 1998, the SEC has won nine titles. Nine titles by five different teams! The SEC is a combined 9-1 with the only loss coming at the hands of another SEC school.

It’s not just the wins that make the SEC the best conference in football, it’s the fans.

We are a fierce and loyal bunch. There is nothing more exciting than waking up on a Saturday morning with the smell of fall in the air. A feeling of pure

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joy hits, as you pack tents, coolers and TV’s to take to your tailgating venue. The pre-game parties are as varied as the fans who attend them. Some are spread throughout campus, some in massive RV communities and still others on boats. Then there is a spot that a fortunate few of us call home, The Grove. A 10 acre plot of heaven on earth filled with suits, sundresses and chandeliers hanging from tents; a place so awesome that even the fiercest of Rebel opponents travel to see it.

Saturdays in the South have become a way of life. The laughter of children, as they play football and pretend to be their favorite

player and friendly arguments of strategy, coaching changes and barbeque techniques fill the air. The game and the tailgate all morph into one glorious happening, where all fans are welcome. There may be some yelling and taunting, but most SEC fans will welcome anyone that comes with an appetite and knowledge of sports. The real beauty of tailgating is in the bond that is shared. We may bleed for different schools, but above all we value family, fellowship and the wonder that is college football.

As we embark on another season, SEC fans will debate who will win and what teams will ultimately fall in bowl games and the first time 4-team playoff. There is very little doubt that this season will end up any different from the last.

As all other conferences in the nation attempt to change the football landscape, all is well.

The sound that will be heard throughout the football world come January will be the same. SEC! SEC! SEC! Hotty Toddy!

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{into the season} Kids are back in school; the air is a tepid 88 degrees; and Hobby Lobby has their entire stock of Christmas supplies proudly displayed and marked to sell! All of these clues let us know that it’s September, and apparently, the holidays are right around the corner. While we’re not quite ready to deck the halls, we are looking forward to the fall festivities that are quickly approaching. Here are a few tips and refreshing trends to make your Fall bash a success!

String some market lights through the trees, pitch a few tents and let the little ones enjoy roasting hotdogs, apple cider or cocoa, and of course s’mores!

Turn Over a New Leaf.

When it comes to décor, we love taking the classics and making them your own. In years past, standard orange pumpkins have been taking a back seat to the white pumpkins. This season, we’re seeing gray pumpkins thrown in the mix as well. Also trending are metallic pumpkins either, in gold or mercury glass. We love these inspiration pics from Better Homes and Gardens and Pottery Barn. For a trendy look, throw a chevron runner under the gray and white gourds. Mix in some lanterns or pillar candles, and you’ve got a beautiful and updated tablescape!

Plan Early!

Fall is the official kick-off to the busiest time of the year. If you’re wanting to stake claim of someone’s precious time in October, you better get those invites out now.

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Be Original.

Everyone loves the classic costume parties and fall festivals, but why not go for something with a fresh feel? Host a friendly chili cook-off where everyone brings their signature recipes and nominate third party participants to judge. Offer plenty of mouth-cooling beverages and award a tacky trophy or custom apron to the winner. Have a mom’s craft party where you serve as instructor and make a pumpkin topiary or wreath for the front door.

You provide some yummy appetizers and tell the ladies ahead of time what supplies they need to bring. Finally those pins on Pinterest will see the light of day! For the kids, host a “Sm’ore Fun” Camping Party in the backyard.

Fall is the perfect time of year for camping, so invite a small group to pack up their sleeping bags and come spend a night under the stars.

When it comes to food, remember that this time of year is referred to a harvest for a reason! Take advantage of the wonderful Farmer’s Market we have, and put yourself to the challenge of having all dishes be made from local and seasonal ingredients. Offer signature drinks, such as apple cider sangria or pumpkin beer.

Fall is an amazing time of year here in Williamson County but also seems to fly by.

Make sure this season to take a few minutes to slow down, enjoy gathering with family & friends and maybe even start a new tradition or two.

Cheers to our Favorite Soiree Season!

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THE FOUNTAINS OPENS IN FRANKLIN On Sunday, July 28th, members of the community and Williamson County Chamber of Commerce, helped the residents, their families and staff celebrate the grand opening of Franklin’s newest senior assisted community, the Fountains of Franklin. Along with a ribbon cutting, a brief program was held to thank those who contributed to the completion of the Fountains, including Mayor Ken Moore, County Mayor Rogers Anderson, Alderman Beverly Burger, Pinnacle Bank and Brindley Construction. Bob Lynch represented Leo and Fannie Mae Lynch, the long-time owners of the property upon which the Fountains was built. The Ed Moody Community Room was dedicated with Eileen Moody present, along with several family members. The Fountains of Franklin offers 59 one and two bedroom apartments along with assistance for those residents who need help with daily living tasks. Later phases of construction

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will include a separate wing for memory care and one-story homes for independent living.

For more information, call 567-3717 or visit fountainsfranklin.com.

FIRST FARMERS EXPANDS INVESTMENT SERVICES TEAM; ADDS VETERAN FINANCIAL ADVISOR First Farmers & Merchants Bank has announced the addition of Charlie Woodall to its Investment Services group to better serve customers in the bank’s seven-county service area. A twentyyear investment industry veteran, Woodall comes to First Farmers from SunTrust Bank in Nashville, where he has been a financial advisor since 2002. He will be Senior Investment Officer for First Farmers. He will be based out of the bank’s Cool Springs office at 300 Billingsly Ct.

WILLIAMSON COUNTY CASA ANNOUNCES NEW EXEC. DIRECTOR Williamson County CASA has announced the hire of Marianne Schroer as its new executive director, beginning September 3rd. With more than 30 years of experience as a licensed psychological examiner, Schroer has an extensive background in non-profit work.

Most recently, she coordinated efforts at 21st Drug Court, a local organization that works to provide treatment alternatives for non-violent offenders with drug or alcohol addictions in four counties. Over the last 20 years, WCCASA has advocated for abused and neglected children in the court system.

Through strong leadership and a committed volunteer force, the non-profit has helped thousands of young people find safe and permanent homes. For more information about the CASA mission, or to learn how to volunteer, go to williamsoncountycasa.org.

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GRAY LINE ACQUIRES GRAND AVENUE’S MOTOR COACH DIVISION To meet the growing demand in Middle Tennessee for superior and comprehensive transportation services, Gray Line, the state’s largest tour bus operator, today announced that it has acquired the motor coach and mini bus division of leading ground transportation company, Grand Avenue. Industry veteran Bruce Neuharth has been named Chief Executive Officer of Gray Line to oversee and grow the combined company. He will be joined on the executive team by Carl Haley, who will serve as Chief Revenue Officer and on the Board of Directors at Gray Line while

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maintaining his position as CEO of Grand Avenue. Grand Avenue’s livery business will continue to operate independently.

Gray Line is an acknowledged leader in fleet operations, safety standards, training, and efficient management; Grand Avenue is well known for its customer service, flexibility and its ability to exceed the demand of customers. The combined company will employee more than 200 Tennesseans.

Bruce Neuharth comes to Gray Line after most recently serving as President and Chief Operating Officer of Arrow Stage Lines of Omaha, Nebraska. Since Haley founded Grand Avenue in 2009, the company has grown into Middle Tennessee’s largest and most diverse ground transportation provider serving 450 cities worldwide with a fleet of 45 vehicles, including sedans, vans, SUVs and vintage cars. For more information, visit www.GrandAvenueWorldwide.com or call (615) 714-5466 locally or toll-free at (866) 455-2823.

KYLE BARNES JOINS HOAR CONSTRUCTION Hoar Construction announced today that Kyle Barnes has joined the firm as a Project Engineer. Barnes recently graduated from Mississippi State University with a Bachelor of Science in Building Construction Science. He is a member of the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) and the Association of General Contractors (AGC).

A native of Franklin, TN, Barnes has been a volunteer with the Boys and Girls Club of Oktibbeha County (MS), as well as Habitat for Humanity. Hoar Construction, established in 1940, has offices in Nashville, Birmingham, Houston, Austin, Tampa, Orlando, Mobile, Huntsville, Charlotte and Charleston. For additional information, visit www.hoar.com.

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by Rachel Weishaupt The grand opening of Gray’s on Main was a celebration that will go down in the Franklin Main Street history books. The former Gray’s Drug Store, now Gray’s on Main restaurant, opened its doors to the public on August 4th with the “Taste of Gray’s” celebration. Guests eagerly awaited entry into the newly remodeled three leveled building to tour, taste and enjoy live music. As darkness fell, the iconic Gray’s neon sign came to life during the re-lighting dedication. For more information about the restaurant and upcoming events please visit Gray’s Facebook page at facebook. com/graysfranklin.

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YOUR Williamson August Social at Moe’s Original BBQ Story & Photography by Rachel Weishaupt

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Guests at the YOUR Williamson August Social had a fun-packed night at the newly opened Moe’s Original BBQ in Cool Springs. Live entertainment started the night off right while friends and family mingled, enjoyed delicious BBQ, drink specials and giveaways. A portion of the night’s proceeds benefited the upcoming Franklin 4 the Cure event at Westhaven. Check out more of the future YOUR Williamson events on our Facebook page!

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Bluegrass Along the Harpeth Story by Andrea Davis/Photography by Adam Sanner The Bluegrass Along the Harpeth Fiddlers Jamboree started its festivities on the evening of Friday July 26th and featured David Travis with Hands of Time and Breaking Glass. The festival continued the next morning with competitions in mandolin, flat-top guitar, dulcimer, banjo, freestyle clog and buck-dancing, bluegrass bands and more. Proceeds of the event benefitted the Williamson County Cultural Art Commission. For more information on this annual event go to www.bluegrassalongtheharpeth.com.

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According to the Arbor Day Foundation, the Bald Cypress is the most beautiful fall tree to set your eyes on in Williamson County.

First year that WC Public Schools takes the registration paperless by providing an online secure and green way of collecting all student information.

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The number of great pumpkin farms picks in WC. They are: Bottom View Farm, Gentry’s Farm, Honeysuckle Hill Pumpkin Farm, Lucky Ladd Farms and Walden Pumpkin Farm.

SEPT 19 According to the Farmers’ Almanac, on September 19, 2013 there will be a full harvest moon in WC.

In October 30, 1925 one inch of snow fell on Middle Tennessee.

This is the earliest accumulation on record by NOAA.

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