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Dear Readers,
The May/June issue is our annual Home & Garden and Ladies’ Issue, and I always enjoy featuring content this month devoted to the women in our community and ways to freshen up our homes.
Despite my lackluster ability to grow or keep anything green alive, for some odd reason, I decided when Johnny and I married five plus years ago to give flower bulbs as favors to all of our guests. I was gleeful at my creativity and spent my wedding eve with my bridesmaids wrapping tulip and daffodil bulbs in burlap tied with matching wedding ribbon. Ultimately, as is the case at many a wedding, favors went unseen or un-taken by our guests and so I was left with quite a stash of bulbs. I threw them in a box with other random wedding memorabilia and forgot about them. Fast forward from 2012 to last spring, when said bulbs (still wrapped and ribboned) were spied and I said to my green thumb of a husband, “Plant these!”
Who knows… maybe something will bloom. Five years later, I expected not. But lo and behold, this spring – they have sprung! Tulips and daffodils literally abound, and not only can I feel validated in my gardening skills (or Sweeties’), I can also have this personification of love, marriage, commitment and spring, my favorite season, each day they bloom. My new spring love story to tell… over and over again for years to come.
And to the ladies, it goes without saying – I am someone, a woman, who emulates and looks up to those women around me that have inspired me, taught me and pushed me, whether they knew it or not, to keep going both personally and professionally, at all levels. I believe wholeheartedly in the mantra, to surround yourself with the people whom you most want to be like. And so, I do. And although I may never achieve greatness, or fineness, or kindness, or success to the degree so many ladies I surround myself with have – at least I can say, I had the honor to know them and to try. At least I can show my daughter what it means to be a lady, in the truest sense of the word.
To all the ladies in my life – my mother, my aunt, my grandmother, my sister, my very dearest friends, my exceptional female staff, and to those women who fill up my professional and social life – thank you.
The third Hendersonville Main Street Porch Fest will include: Music, Arts/ Crafts, Food Trucks and a Kids Zone. Classic Country, Gospel, Bluegrass and more local music will be enjoyed during this event. Make sure you bring your folding chair and/or blanket. Line-up will be announced soon! You never know who will show up at Porch Fest in the city by the lake.
Americana Celebration
White House Soccer Complex | 3pm-10pm whitehousechamber.org
How adorable is this pup from the Animal Rescue Concert & Fundraiser at UFC GYM Hendersonville? #cutepup
It was such a treat to see Alexandre Renoir’s work at Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center. #art
YOUR SOCIAL SECRETARY GET CONNECTED JUN 30
The annual 4th of July celebration is back! There will be a firework show, inflatables for the kids, face painting, food trucks, live music and dancing. It will be a great way to start off the holiday weekend in Sumner County. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs for a fantastic evening of fun! Free shuttles will begin running at 3pm from White House City Hall (ADA bus), The Church at Grace Park and White House Middle School. Onsite parking will be $10 and benefits White House Heritage.
Bold Enough Rodeo
JUL 13-14
Triple Creek Park | 6:30pm-10pm sumnercoalition.org/rodeo
This two-night Rodeo, is an IPRA-sanctioned event. This event has grown larger every year in Gallatin, attracting spectators from middle Tennessee and beyond, and participants from all over the Southeast. The Rodeo features multiple contests from trick-riding to barrel-racing and other fun activities for the entire family including a mechanical bull, pony rides, and a variety of food vendors. The event benefits the Sumner County Anti-Drug Coalition, all funds go directly back into Sumner County for substance abuse prevention and education.
The Summer Issue
What a great evening seeing the fall line by Jason Wu at the Nashville Symphony Fashion Show. #fashion
Our July/August edition will feature lots of summer fun for the hottest months of the year! Enjoy our special annual feature on “The Gentlemen of Sumner County,” with plenty of profiles, exclusive content and other great stories - all with the gentlemen in mind!
SOCIAL | Run for Rose Mont
Photography by Melissa DelRossi
Despite the rain, it was another wonderful turnout at the annual Run for Rose Mont, held at Historic Rose Mont, in Gallatin. Paying tribute to Sumner County’s horse racing heritage, this Kentucky-Derby party and fundraiser featured live bluegrass music, a silent auction, lots of prizes, great food, and tasty mint juleps. A hat contest was held for the ladies, while the gentleman competed for best dressed. Proceeds from the event go to benefit the Rose Mont Restoration Foundation. To learn more about Historic Rose Mont, visit them at historicrosemont.com.
Wanda Stewart, Julie Stewart, Susannah Wilson & Lexi Laucirica
Joan Guild Colmore & Zollie Graham
Denise & Ray Williams
Marette & Shane Wood Sonya Parry, Jane Sudbury & Paula Simmons
Kendall & Cody Masters
Michelle Haynes & Dick Reese Tracy & Jerry Loftis Phyllis Kelley & Kathy Turner
Glenda Milliken & Joe Warren Jones
Margie Atkinson & Lisa Lancaster
Shameka Grady, Toni Speer & Jane Sudbury
Ashley & Jeff Glass Patricia & George Harris
SOCIAL | Spring Fashion Show "An Amethyst Event"
Photography by Melissa DelRossi
The Hendersonville Woman’s Club held their thirty-third annual Fashion Show, “An Amethyst Event,” at Bluegrass Yacht and Country Club in Hendersonville. Each year this event raises funds for students to attend college, as well as support a local charity. This year’s fashion proceeds benefited The Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center. A silent auction started the festivities, followed by a delicious luncheon and gorgeous fashions. To learn more about the Woman’s Club of Hendersonville, visit their website at hendersonvillewomansclub.com.
Michelle Towel, Sherry Smith & Pam Seidenspinner
Sylvia Smith, Lucinda Grountree, Melissa Carter, Cindy Bowen, Briggette Moore, Carol Cunha, Valeri Miller & Janan Meyer
Susanne Miller & Sharon Price
Joann Michael & Fran Sargent
Donna Smith, Liza Jackson & Bobbie Schorsten
Wendy Alford & Camile Caraway Naomi & Ava Frasier
Darci Kimmerling & Lorraine McGuires
Shannon Reich, Melissa Clinard & Kamela Stewart
Kathy Garrison, Sunny Fitz, G.H. Armour & J.J Von Kessel
Sherri Hickam, Lynne Hollingsworth, Leah Thomas, Wendy Alford & Linda Longe
Cindy Bowen, Janan Meyer, Sylvia Smith & Valerie Miller
Sally Eichman & Ilene Coween
Brenda Payne, Ina Hitt, Melinda Miller, Boo Tidwell, Kay Bain & Shirley Smith
Carol Ernst & Beth Burns
Gail Horner & Betty Connor
Nancy Corley & Becky Reed
Jane Jenkins, Delois Bledsoe, Elizabeth Bledsoe & Susanne Miller
Local vendors and boutiques flooded the streets of downtown Gallatin for the Spring Fashion Crawl. New to the event this year, ice cream and snacks from local food trucks were a big hit on such a beautiful, sunny day. Featured boutique items included handcrafted jewelry, spring fashions, local art and bath and beauty products. Even our furry friends came out to enjoy the festivities. The annual Spring Fashion Crawl encourages the promotion and support to the small businesses of Gallatin. To find out about future events in Gallatin, visit gallatintn.gov.
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I think it’s finally spring, y’all. I thought winter would NEVER leave us alone, but at long last, we find ourselves embraced by sunshine, the end of school and summer-vacation planning! With that comes the idea of gearing up one’s beauty routine for travel, be it by road or by air. I’m usually on the road each week, for anywhere from one to four nights at a time. To say I’ve had my fair share of road-warrior skincare frustrations is an understatement, so why not learn from my experience (use a cheap hotel washcloth as a facial exfoliator in a pinch, for example)? I would if I were you.
When embarking on a trip, regardless of its length, plan ahead as best you can. I keep a small pouch in my handbag stocked with lip balm, eyebrow pencil, concealer, a sheer lipstick that doubles as blush, my favorite drugstore mascara, a sunscreen stick and a face mist. Everything is carefully chosen for makeup touchups, or, let’s be honest, to serve as my go-to bare-bones makeup routine more often than not, and for keeping my skin protected and hydrated when I’m in transit. A travel-sized face mist in a spray bottle is essential for air travel - add a couple drops of lavender essential oil or neroli for a spa-like feel - as is a sample packet of your favorite eye cream and an emollient balm for your nostrils. As strange as it may sound, protected nostrils could potentially keep you from getting sick when you fly — dried-out nostrils can form tiny tears, called fissures, which are nothing short of a red-carpet welcome for airborne viruses and bacteria. Don’t be shy with the Airborne tablets for an immunity-boosting dose of vitamin C. I add at least two tablets to a big bottle of water before I board the plane. Individually-sealed, essentialoil-based antibacterial wipes by Herban Essentials give me LIFE when I need to clean my hands (or anything else within arm’s reach), so I keep several in my purse at all times.
MOISTURIZE, MOISTURIZE, MOISTURIZE.
then smooth on the lovely Clarins SOS Hydra Refreshing Mask or Glamglow Thirstymud over a makeup-free face for an in-flight moisture boost. Any product not absorbed can be rubbed into hands, neck, etc.
BE MINDFUL OF HOTEL LINENS AND TOWELS.
Harsh detergents and bleach used to clean them can irritate sensitive skin. Y’all might laugh, but I always pack a nice soft tee-shirt with me to put over my pillow as opposed to my own pillowcase, which can be easy to forget about and leave behind after checkout. A calming all-purpose balm helps shield skin from surface irritants while you snooze. Since regular coconut oil doesn’t exactly travel well, throw Kopari Coconut Balm into your overnight bag as your last step in your nighttime skincare routine. To keep hotel towels from zapping precious moisture, apply lotion right after the shower, when skin is still damp. Skip washing your hair everyday — hotel hair dryers are for the birds, leading to longer drying times and damaged hair. Dry shampoo is a traveling beauty junkie’s best friend, y’all. The drugstore brand Pssst is my favorite at keeping second-day hair looking fresh. I just brush, get my hair into a ponytail, and go about my day.
Of course, I’m always going to tell y’all to never forget about sunscreen and a big floppy hat as you head out on that summer vacay, but that should be common sense at this point. So strike out into the world this summer (or down to Highway 30-A), like the travel-beauty boss-lady you now officially are! Cheers!
Love, The Beauty Junkie
The desert-like air on planes can leave even the oiliest skin feeling tight and dry. Check caring about what others think along with your luggage, and whip out a soothing face mask once you’re above cruising altitude. Remove makeup with a travel-friendly pack of cleansing cloths (Beautycounter’s are gently effective and won’t clog up the local landfill),
JULIE JORGENSEN
Beauty Junkie
Photography by Melissa DelRossi
The annual Educate a Woman’s Luncheon, hosted by the Volunteer State Community College Foundation, was held this year at the First Baptist Church of Hendersonville. Ladies and gentlemen attended in support of this wonderful event, enjoying a fantastic lunch by Chef Christopher’s Catering. Special guest, Heather Land, had the crowd in stitches laughing, as her frank approach about life, her teenage son and divorce made for a relatable and unapologetic rapport with the guests. All proceeds raised went to scholarships for women attending Volunteer State Community College. To learn more about the college, visit volstate.edu.
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Lori Johnson, Casey Reed, Sara Bratten & Rachel Lassiter
Jennifer Caldwell & Kim Dickinson
Nancy Myers & Jennifer Hoffman
Rae Collier, Lori Johnson, Karen Mitchell, Linda O’Connell, Wendy Hughes, Susan High-McAuley, Kim Baker, Wanda Faulkner, Melissa Cox & Alison Muncy
Kim Thompson, Leigh Ann Thompson, Amanda Foster & Kelly Webb
Serpil Gilbert, Kim Ark, Jaime Muncy & Karen Stephens
Rae Collier & Beth Foutch
Penny Tucker & Jenny Bartley
Carol Condon, Patricia Walker, Karen Holmes & Pruitt Coffey
Johnnie McKee, Anne-Marie McKee, Elizabeth Bentle & Mary Lou Piper
Amber Regan & Teresa Carter
Angela Bryant-Ware, Christopher Newton & P.J. Davis
Spring
Springtime brings warmer weather, beautiful blooms and flirty fashion. This is the season to mix and mingle in bright colors and fun patterns. It’s the perfect time for entertaining with colorfully whimsical pieces that add a splash of spring fun to any event. Macy’s has something for everyone with their fashion-forward Spring Collection. See more of the collection at macys.com.
INC International Concepts Blazer
$129.50 Pant
$59.50
Martha Stewart Collection Pineapple Cocktail Shaker $50
Martha Stewart Collection Pineapple Bottle Opener $22
Bar III Slip-on Shoe
$69.99
Fling
INC International Concepts
INC International Concepts
Gianni Bernini
Saffiano Dome Satchel
$99.50
Earrings
$29.50
Jill Jill Stuart
Halter Neck Ruffle Dress
$159
Kacee Shoe
$99.50
International Concepts Necklace $32.50
Nine West
Inaya Bag
$79
Avec Les Filles
Mara Shoe
$158
Julia Jordan Cold Shoulder Tier Pleated Midi
$109
Martha Stewart Collection
Figural Ice CubeTray
$19
Julia Jordan
Long Sleeve Ruffle Tie Midi
$109
$80
$99
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Rachel Rachel Roy Wrap Utility Skirt $79
Jill Jill Stuart Faux Wrap Skirt
Martha Stewart Flirty Flamingo
Decorative Pillow
Martha Stewart Collection Leaf Platter
Martha Stewart Collection Set of Four TomCollins Glasses (Acrylic) $37
Macy’s at RiverGate Mall
Jessica Simpson Aeralin Pearl Shoe $109
Ladies DISTINCTIVELY SOUTHERN
HOLLIE DEESE
Hard Work with Love and Resiliencee
Publisher for Nashville Interiors Magazine Resides in Gallatin
Are southern ladies different? If so, how?
Maybe in action and deed, but not necessarily in the intent. I was raised outside of Chicago and moved to Gallatin fifteen years ago, and I think there are more rules to being raised a lady in the south, though I went to Catholic school and there was plenty of rules there too. But I absolutely hate being called ma’am. I will probably live in the south the rest of my life and that will never change. Plus, I am awful at gardening and I need help figuring out how to properly season a cast iron skillet. I feel a true Southern lady would know how to do those things.
How would you define and characterize the role of women in our community/the country/the world?
Where would we be without women? Scary to think about. Women are loving and resilient and put in the hard work to get the job done, no matter if it is raising children, growing their career, volunteering in the community, caring for loved ones, providing love and food and social support. Women are amazing, whether they are acknowledged
This issue of Your Sumner is dedicated to the strong and giving women in Sumner County, who have a passion to help their community prosper and continue to be a thriving place. Each of these ladies share a bit about their journey and some life wisdom, while telling how they got to where they are today, how to be a Southern lady and their love for working and living in Sumner County.
or not, thanked or not, appreciated or not. They just keep going.
What is your personal or professional greatest accomplishment and why?
After years of freelancing for other media companies, launching my own last year. I am able to take all my years of experience in different areas of print production and journalism and produce a publication I am really proud of, while also creating a few jobs.
What makes our community so unique?
A few years ago, the city of Gallatin unveiled a new slogan, True Grit, Amazing Grace. It is so simple yet absolutely so accurate of our community. The people who live here are proud, friendly, supportive and not afraid to sweat a little to get the job done. There is a ton of history here but also an eagerness for progress and community growth. Plus, we have the most amazing artisans, musicians and creatives – it’s really very inspiring.
What is your favorite place or thing to do in Sumner County?
I love everything about the Gallatin Square, including shopping at Daisy-a-Day Vintage for bracelets and records, or Sassy & Brassy
boutique for dresses. My kids love the library and take lessons at Ovation Music Studios every week, so I can sometimes pop over to Worthington Galleries and look at their insane collection of books upstairs. Plus, the Tennessee BLT at Starr Ranch is one of the best things ever. Growing up the Midwest, fried green tomatoes and pimento cheese were never really on the menu. Now, I can’t get enough of them all together in this one perfect sandwich. We also love going to the Franklin drive-in theater just outside Portland. Every kid should have that experience. Same with going to the annual Strawberry Festival. And the performances at Hendersonville Performing Arts Company are outstanding. I guess there’s a lot I love about Sumner County.
“Women are loving and resilient and put in the hard work to get the job done, no matter if it is raising children, growing their career, volunteering in the community, caring for loved ones, providing love and food and social support.”
PHOTOGRAPHY BY WYND PAISLEY
JEANNIE GREGORY
State Farm Insurance Agent
Resides in Gallatin
What do you feel is your greatest contribution and role in our community?
I have been an agent for twenty-six years in the town I love and grew up. This community has been good to me and I feel like it is my responsibility to give back. I try and support as many nonprofits as I can and freely give of my time to organization for which I feel a passion. “Those that can, should.” I support the Sumner Teen Center with a monthly cooking class, Greater Gallatin (Third Thursday on Main), Cragfont Mansion (have served as chairperson of the Gala at Cragfont), Gallatin Chamber of Commerce Foundation
Striving to Give Back SHERRY SMITH
Inspiring Safe Havens
Realtor RE/MAX
Elite Resides in Hendersonville
What do you feel is your greatest contribution and role in our community?
My greatest contribution to the community is bringing people and resources together to raise money for the many charitable organizations in Hendersonville and Sumner County. These include organizations such as the Humane Society of Sumner County, Grace Place Ministry, The Edison School, Mary’s Magical Place, Safe Place for Animals and The Make A Wish Foundation.
What does it mean to be a lady?
To me the term “Southern lady” represents “one tough cookie who often holds down the family fort, often working a full-time job (or two), active in the community, all the while exuding an attitude of “southern charm” by handling any obstacle thrown at her with style and grace.
Board, Chairperson, Gallatin Economic Development Association.
Tell us about your family or workplace family.
The people I have the pleasure of working with are like my family. I have a personal relationship with each of them and we all love and support each other... Professionally and personally. Not one to tolerate a lot of drama, my team members feel the same way. We work hard for our customers, and we enjoy the benefits of our hard work. It gives me great pride in knowing that the people in my employ are able to also “give back” to their families and their community. We strive to be “students of our trade” and share that knowledge with our customers to help
What makes our community so unique?
Our community, our town of Hendersonville, represents to me “the largest small town in America.” So many different facets of entertainment (concerts, theatre, festivals, street fairs), history (Rock Castle), parks and sports, “foodie” hotspots and the focus of so many activities… boating on Old Hickory Lake!
Are southern ladies different? If so, how?
In my opinion Southern ladies are different in that they prioritize family over finances, they take care of themselves, it’s not just how they dress or their good manners, they take pride in feeling good. And Southern ladies aren’t afraid of getting their hands dirty… they go fishing, they yell loudly at football and hockey games, they can shoot rifles, they can change a flat tire in heels if need be! But
them better understand risk and protection.
What does it mean to be a lady?
Quietly confident. Bold but not brash. Kind, personable and mentor to others.
Are southern ladies different? If so, how? I’ve laughingly called myself “southern snobby.” I like the character of southern women. Seems a little smug, but I do see a slight difference in the persona of southern women.
How would you define and characterize the role of women in our community/the country/the world?
Women are the backbone of many families and the strength behind many small businesses and large corporations. Whether in a support role or a leadership role, women play a vital part both locally and globally.
be warned… the term “bless your heart” is not meant to be endearing.
What is your favorite place or thing to do in Sumner County?
A southern tradition here in Sumner County is “the Sunday Brunch.” One of my favorite things to do is find a fantastic Sunday brunch with delectable southern delicacies of frittatas, hot chicken and waffles, ham biscuits and bacon and a food group of its own… cheesy grits.
What is your personal or professional greatest accomplishment and why?
My greatest accomplishment was bringing into the world one of the most amazing human beings I have ever had the honor of knowing, her name is Lauren Taylor Agee. She left this world July 26th, 2015... gone but not forgotten. She inspired the Lauren Taylor Agee Foundation, the Lauren Agee Dance Scholarship at Hendersonville High School and the Lauren’s Lifeline App that my husband Michael is currently developing. This app is designed for Smartphones to get kids out of uncomfortable or dangerous situations immediately.
A Voice for Children
Executive Director of Sumner County CASA
Resides in Gallatin
What do you feel is your greatest contribution and role in our community?
I believe advocating for an abused and neglected child in our community is my greatest contribution to our community. Giving a voice to children who may never be asked something as simple as, “what do YOU want,” is a very rewarding experience. As director, it is my privilege to train and recruit volunteers who advocate for abused and neglected children.
Tell us about your family or workplace family. What do they mean to you?
My husband Terry and I have been married for eighteen years and have two boys, Mykal and Chayse. I am also very lucky to have the rest of my family close; my parents,
two sisters and their families, all live in Gallatin. We talk daily and still have family dinners a few times a month. I grew up with my grandparents, cousins, aunts, and uncles and I am glad my kids are having the same experience. My Sumner County CASA family gives me something to smile about every day. While we are advocating for children that are sometimes dealing with things no child should- our staff and volunteers strive to leave our children in safe and permanent homes where they can have success. We are there for each other in the good times and the bad.
What does it mean to be a lady?
My perception of who is a lady is someone who is polite, kind and always offers help to those around us.
How would you define and characterize the role of women in our community/the country/the world?
CHERYL STRICHIK
Contibuting with Vision and Dreams
Executive Director of Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center (MACC)
Resides in Hendersonville
What do you feel is your greatest contribution and role in our community? I actually feel my personal greatest contribution to society and my community is to have raised good citizens where my children are concerned and although I believe this I think you are looking for a broader answer. With that I mind I feel my greatest contribution to my community is to be a visionary and a dreamer. To be a part of creating something that can fulfill and enrich our community and its citizens for generations to come knowing that as time goes on and I keep working toward the goal that somebody will be there to pick up where I will leave off… and that will be my legacy to my children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. The role I will play is to be
the hardest working person doing the job... it is just the way God wired me!
Tell us about your family or workplace family. What do they mean to you? My family is my everything... literally. They are my morning, noon and night. They are the cream in my coffee, my sunshine and sometimes my darkest rainy day. My family is every breath I take, and I know this sounds sappy, but I am tearing up as I say this. I put God and family first. I believe in honoring your heritage and studying your family history. It is good to know your origins if possible. I would have a family reunion yearly for every side of my giant family if I could! Anyone who knows me knows how much I love and honor my family near and far. This does pour over in other areas especially into my business life. I owned a company for over
The role of women in our community continues to evolve as more and more women step up and speak out to make Sumner County a great place to live. It is refreshing to see strong, vocal, women in leadership roles, who are making decisions on how we move forward as a community, county, and world.
What makes our community so unique? Tradition- I think it makes Gallatin special and unique. I am proud to say that my parents graduated from Gallatin High School, my siblings and I graduated Gallatin High School and now I have a rising senior at Gallatin High School. I love that if I am out, in town, I will probably see someone that went to school with me, that I played ball with or against, or grew up in my neighborhood.
What is your number one go to source for inspiration, affirmation and consolation? “One person can make a difference, and everyone should try.” JFK
thirty years and every employee was like a family member to me. I feel that same way today in my position THE MACC. I love them. Family is a lot more than blood is a kinship and camaraderie and it can be built when you work side by side with people.
What does it mean to be a lady? Wear good jewelry... always.
Are southern ladies different? If so, how? Yes, we always have a great set of pearls, and we love to trade coffee for information (gossip).
What makes our community so unique? Well, you can visit with Johnny and June... as we are their final resting place. I absolutely love Hendersonville. It is a warm and inviting little area that shares the joys and excitement of Nashville. It is bursting and growing and one thing I think that is going to really set us apart and add some to our uniqueness is the arts and cultural hub that we are growing at the MACC. As we continue down the path we have paved we will help to make Hendersonville stand out and do this great city proud!
CARRIE VENABLE WINTERS
Building Community Foundations
A founder of the Junior Service League of Hendersonville
Resides in Hendersonville
What is your greatest contribution in our community?
Town crier! I feel that it is a personal and community responsibility to match resources with needs. I think that there are so many worthy causes right here in Sumner County and Hendersonville. I love to get local small businesses involved and allow them the opportunity to give back to their community as much as the large corporations. By combining forces and resources, the local “mom-and-pop” shops and local charities, are bringing so much positive change to our community. This year I, along with the Junior Service League of Hendersonville are focusing our efforts on the homelessness struggle in Sumner County. I know that there are so many parents that struggle and as a community we can help them and help these children so that education and nutrition don’t suffer for them.
What does it mean to be a lady?
A lady displays self-respect, appreciation, dedication, class and etiquette 24/7. She is aware not only of herself and how she is upholding her personal beliefs and strengths, but she is aware of what she is supporting and encouraging in others and living other women up is at the forefront of her thoughts.
What is your personal or professional greatest accomplishment?
As a proper southern lady it would behoove me to remain humble. I am not one to brag or boast of my personal accomplishments whether in business, family or community. However, I have to say that I feel great pride when I see how The Junior Service League of Hendersonville has grown. Not only have we raised an amazing amount of money for charities right here in Sumner County, but I have watched groups of women that never knew each other before become lifelong friends. I have witnessed women come out of their shell and find strengths and skills they never knew they had. I know that my work in this community and on this earth is far from over. I can only hope to leave a legacy as big as my mother’s in Hendersonville, but I will continue to strive to grow and make each accomplishment my next greatest.
What makes our community so unique?
Lawd child this could take days! Hendersonville has so much to offer to everyone. The wonderful churches, lakes, green spaces and great places for families to come together. All the people that live here or visit are part of the joy that makes up our community. In one day I was in line at the hardware store with June Carter Cash, at the grocery with William Lee Golden and then saw a movie a few rows behind Jenny McCarthy and Mark Wahlberg! There is no other city famous people can go to and just be like they do here.
FRIENDS & FASHION 2018
Friends & Fashion thanks the community for their incredible support of the 2018 fashion show and luncheon, the largest event to date! Proceeds supported Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt and will make a lasting impact for patients and families in our region and beyond.
A special thanks to the following sponsors of Friends & Fashion 2018
SOCIAL | Be Healthy Hendersonville Expo
Photography by Melissa DelRossi
The Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce hosted the Be Healthy Hendersonville Expo at Union University. The event held free health checks, activities for the kids, as well as vendors, and health knowledge from the top of your head to the bottom of your toes. Vendor services included free gym passes, dental care, yoga classes, eye exams, blood pressure screenings, among many more. To learn more about the Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce, membership or upcoming events, visit them at hendersonvillechamber.com.
Jenny White & Amy Knut
Cara Motter & Mackenzie Oden Glen & Karen Mitchell
Jennifer Lisch & Amy Harrell
Drea Frondorf, Jessica Goodpasture, Shay Glenn, Courtney Moseley & Alyssa Lewis
Madison Brown, Sean Patton & Sheri Smith
Kelly & Weston Cowden
Heather Divincenzo & Ashley Heinly
Sarah Briggs, Bridgett Kearney & Courtney Akers
Sharon Dennis & Jessica Carpenter
FIVE BENEFITS TO FEEDING YOUR GARDEN Naturally
BY STEVE LAPERA, MANTIS
Composting is a must for every gardener. Why? Because you build better soil, a healthier ecosystem and save money!
Composting is also a simple and inexpensive way to reduce and reuse kitchen and garden waste.
BUILDING BETTER SOIL
Good soil produces better plants, lawns, flowers, fruits and vegetables, and creates a better environment.
Not only will compost improve your garden’s fertility, it will also improve your soil’s texture and structure. Compost adds nutrients as well as beneficial microbes that will help plants grow big and strong.
SAVING MONEY
Feeding your garden “naturally” will also save money. By feeding plants with natural and organic product, you improve yield, support healthier plants and reduce or even eliminate the need for chemicals.
Higher yields, independent of chemical sprays, are very cost effective.
MAKE YOUR OWN COMPOST
It’s easy to make your own compost. You just need a little bit of space to devote to a compost pile or bin, and some patience.
• Collect a variety of organic waste materials from your yard and garden.
Not only will compost improve your garden’s fertility, it will also improve your soil’s texture and structure. Compost adds nutrients as well as beneficial microbes that will help plants grow big and strong.
• Include a mix of nitrogen (green) and carbon (brown) ingredients for balance.
• Do not add products that have been treated with chemical fertilizers or pest control products.
• If you have bulky items, such as corn cobs, melon rinds or shrub clippings, shred before composting.
• Fill the compost tumbler with compostable ingredients, close the door. Turn the tumbler four or five times. Be sure to turn it daily.
COMPOST TUMBLER BENEFITS
A tumbler is a container that keeps compost contained. This allows heat to build up and produce compost more quickly through the breakdown of organic materials. It also rotates so you can easily spin the tumbler to mix the materials, introduce air and further promote the breakdown process. Tumblers are also:
• Easy to turn: Even when full - no messy piles or back-breaking mixing by hand.
• Fully enclosed and secure: Keeps out rodents and pests; doors secure with sturdy latches.
• Heats up fast: Kills weed seeds and helps makes compost faster.
• Aerator/drainage vents: Creates proper air flow and moisture control for optimal decomposition.
• Compost tumbler-style drum keeps compostables off the ground: Keeps nutrients in the composter.
• Unload finished compost easily: Compost tumbles out into a cart or tub.
If you have a small garden, the Back Porch composter from Mantis is the perfect choice. Learn more at mantis.com.
If you get the right mix of ingredients and turn your tumbler regularly, you can expect your first compost batch in as little as four weeks. The variation depends on the temperature in your garden and the mix of composting materials you use.
Your garden will be healthier, and your plants will grow and produce more when you add nutrients to the soil with homemade compost.
Summer Bulb of the Year The Lily
COURTESY OF BULB.COM
Dazzling lilies set off colorful fireworks in the garden. Garden? Yes, the garden!
Many people are familiar with lilies as cut flowers but don’t know that they can also add sparkle to the garden or when planted in a container.
With all their beauty, symbolism and history, it’s no wonder that lilies were named the Summer Bulb of the Year.
SYMBOLISM
Native to the Northern Hemisphere, lilies have been seen as a flower of significance for thousands of years because of the extensive symbolism that surrounds them.
The lily represents femininity, love, purity and a sense of transience. But lilies also have a wonderful history. In 1150, King Louis of France used an image of a lily on his shield as a symbol of his name, Louis or Loys, and power. The lily is also portrayed as a focal point in many historical paintings.
SUMMER FLOWERS
Lilies are real summer beauties and easy-togrow in Tennessee soils. Their impressive flowers will bloom in the garden from early June until September.
To enjoy lilies in your garden all summer long, plant varieties that bloom in succession. Check out the following varieties for a summer of color.
• Early June: Madonna Lily (Lilium candidum), two-three weeks in bloom.
• Mid-June: Asian lilies, two-three weeks in full bloom.
• Late June: Trumpet lilies, two-four weeks in bloom.
• Early August: Oriental lilies, three-four weeks in bloom.
• Mid-August: Nepalese lilies, two-three weeks in bloom.
• September: Speciosum hybrid lilies, threefour weeks in bloom.
PLANTING LILY BULBS
Maybe you’ve fallen in love with this gorgeous summer bulb of the year and would like to plant it in your garden. Follow these five easy steps for planting success.
• Choose a sunny spot for your lilies that receives at least four to six hours of sun a day.
• Dig a hole four to six inches deep. It’s better to plant lily bulbs too deep rather than too shallow since planting them deep keeps them nice and cool and also encourages the development of sturdy stems.
• Loosen the soil at the bottom of the planting hole and place the lily bulbs in the hole. Keep a distance of six inches between all the bulbs so that the plants will receive enough sunlight later.
• Cover the hole containing the lily bulbs with soil.
• Give the lily bulbs some water right away. This will ensure that their roots start growing more quickly.
Plant lily bulbs as soon as you can after you purchase. In Tennessee, the best time to plant is April. The sooner you do this,
the better they will grow and the more beautifully they will bloom. If you can’t plant your lily bulbs right away, store them in a cool, dark place. This will keep shoots from emerging.
During the flowering season, snip off spent flowers but leave two-thirds of the stem standing. This will keep your lilies strong and healthy for years to come. Lily bulbs will also thrive in pots and plant containers. Just be sure that they have holes in the bottom so that excess water can drain away.
Happy gardening!
The Buffalo Balloon
GETTING MAIL FROM HERE TO THERE THROUGH THE AIR
BY RYAN BAKER
One thing I love about my job as museum director is that I always learn new things about Sumner County history. There are so many unique and wonderful stories that I was not aware of growing up here. One stormy afternoon I decided to look through our large collection that is in storage upstairs. I came across a box that had “Buffalo Balloon” written on the side of it. After looking through its contents, another story revealed itself to me.
Nowadays, you can go online and order just about anything you want, and have it delivered to your doorstep, sometimes in the same day. You may have even heard that Amazon is testing same day deliveries via drones if you live within a certain radius of the fulfillment center. Now, for quite some time, airmail by plane has been commonplace, but was there airmail prior to plane delivery? The answer to that question is yes, there was.
In fact, the first recorded airmail was delivered by hot air balloon from Nashville to Gallatin. It happened on June 18th, 1877, and this is its story.
According to historians, this was the first recorded “peacetime” airmail. The first recorded airmail was out of Paris in 1870 during the Franco Prussian War. Emergency measures were used by the French to reach detachments outside of the city. A message on microscopic film was sent by carrier
pigeon. This story would take place a few years later.
In 1873, American Pioneer Aeronaut, Samuel Archer King raised fifteen hundred dollars to build a ninety-two thousand cubic foot balloon, advertised as “the largest in the world,” named “Buffalo” in recognition of his supporter’s generosity.
A book by Robert Schoendorf described the balloon as follows: It was designed and built for eye appeal, showmanship, color and lavish. Alternating crimson and white stripes ran up to thirty feet high. Above this, surrounding the balloon was drapery of azure blue with tassels, followed by a crimson band one foot wide and scroll
work in purple; in the middle was the name “Buffalo” in letters seven feet high and directly opposite, the figure of a buffalo.
Its first trip attracted a crowd of 150,000 spectators in Buffalo, and traveled to Hornby, New York. King would ascend in the Buffalo Balloon several times before making the trip from Nashville to Gallatin. On, June 18th, 1877, King was joined by five other individuals, including Duncan Dorris, city editor of the Nashville American and J.B. Lillard, reporter for the Nashville Banner
Along the route, envelopes with the first airmail stamp were thrown from the balloon. Each envelope was housed in a carrier, or cover envelop with that was attached to a nine-foot red, white, and blue streamer. The cover envelope had instructions printed on it that told what to do with the mail when found.
The buffalo stamp used was produced in a very limited quantity. It is believed that of the three hundred stamps produced, with only twenty-three actually being used. Others believe that only three stamps were made.
The Sumner County Museum has in its possession the only known remaining cover and streamer. We are missing the envelope with the stamp addressed to Mrs. Leonora Daviess, of Harrodsburg, Kentucky. This envelope also has instructions at the top that
says, “Anyone finding this letter will please put it in the nearest Post Office.” It is postmarked Gallatin, June 18th
A little research led me to find that this envelope addressed to Mrs. Daviess was on display in the Smithsonian Postal Museum in Washington D.C. In an attempt to track it down, I discovered that the envelope was on loan to that museum and had been since returned to the owner, who has since passed away.
But how did the streamer and cover envelop end up at the Sumner County Museum you might ask? Another item the Sumner County Museum has related to this event is a letter from Carrie Whiteside. The letter is dated March 23rd, 1941, and was sent to Mr. Charles Elder, owner of Elders Bookstore in Nashville, which just so happens to still be in existence, and is the oldest general bookstore in continuous operation in Tennessee.
The letter states that she had finally found the envelope in a closet that was thrown from the Buffalo Balloon and thought is should be in the hands of an Airmail Historian. World famous Gallatin resident,
SOCIAL | Heritage Days
Photography by Haley Anthony
Heritage Days brought residents of Goodlettsville and surrounding areas to learn about life on the frontier at Historic Mansker’s Station. The annual occasion gives people the opportunity to see, touch, feel and learn what life on the plantation would have been like during the 18th century. There is something for everyone as the the event includes interpreters, gardeners, farm animals, pottery and more. Skilled demonstrators and artists showed their unique expertise and kids get to try new things such as writing with a quill pen or learning how to use a compass. To keep up with events happening in Goodlettsville, visit goodlettsville.gov.
Johnny Maddox, would later purchase the items from Elders, which included the cover envelope, streamer, and the letter and envelope from Carrie Whiteside.
Later the items were sold to the Sumner County Library where they were on display. Then they would be sold to the museum years later, where they now permanently reside. With that being said, these items will be on display in June.
So, they next time you are looking for something to do, come see us at 183 West Main Street in Gallatin; home of the world’s first airmail delivery. It goes to show that you never know what treasure you may find on an old dusty shelf, at home, or in your local museum.
RYAN BAKER
Days Gone By | sumnercountymuseum.org
Ryan Baker was born and raised here in Sumner County. As Executive Director of the Sumner County Museum, he collects and preserves objects and artifacts related to Sumner County history, and provides educational programs and exhibits.
Gabe Stegmaier & Gary Mund
Larry & Tracey Rogers
Kevin Taylor & Steve Shore
Debbie & Mike Caldwell Steve Towne
Lu Anne & Billy Vaughn Victor & Logan Uhlman
Andi, Cherish & Toni Biggs, Jennifer Kirk
Sarah Head, Beverly Hart & Marcia Lyons
Dave, Shayna & Zane Matthews
Beth, Anna & Katlyn Craig
Pairing Summer Meals with the Perfect Wines
BY JERILEE DAVIS
We heard it through the grapevine you needed some help with pairing your favorite summer meals with wines!
Outdoor activities can be great fun with friends, food and beverages. If wine might be your drink of choice, here are a couple of suggestions to kick-off the summer season. First, choose wines with lower alcohol content. There are many fine wines under 13 percent such as Rieslings, Pinot Grigios, Moscatos and some red blend wines. Of course, Rosé wines are excellent for low alcohol selections.
Innovative packaging options now are providing tasty choices for the wine drinker who may be planning an outdoor event or picnic on the go. Producers such as Bota Box and Black Box have very good wine varietals that will provide handy containers for the outdoors, and no corkscrew needed!
Also, “wine in a can” is a perfect picnic item for both accessibility and travel ability. Underwood from Oregon is just one producer packaging Pinot Gris, Rosé and Pinot Noir wines using the same wine as is bottled by this winemaker.
Whether attending a concert on the lawn or enjoying a picnic after boating or hiking, a lighter fare in both food and wine create a pleasant affair, nothing could be easier than a spread of cured meats, bread and crackers, crudités, cheeses and of course, wine. Here are some suggestions for pairings:
Typically, many cheeses pair well with the same country of origin as the wine:
• Bold red wines marry well with older, hard cheeses.
• Creamy cheeses usually pair with wines with acidity such as off-dry Rieslings to Sauvignon Blancs.
• Salty cheeses compliment a sweeter wine partner.
A mixed grain salad, fried chicken, a lovely fruit bowl and cookies would complete a perfect picnic. Some wines that would complement all these classic summer foods would be:
• Pratsch Rose - Austria
• Clean Slate Riesling - Germany
• Acrobat Pinot Gris - Oregon
• Mia Dolcea Moscato - Italy
• Domaine Bousquet Brut Spackling BlancArgentina
Perhaps you would like to stay home and enjoy your own lawn and garden display with a luscious cookout with family and friends. Wine can be an excellent alternative for the usual BBQ beer selections. When firing up the grill, typically bolder, spicy, savory foods are in the plan. The same characteristics might be reflected in the wine choices. Grilled meats such as pork and beef have higher fat content which balance nicely with the tannins in many red wines. For pork, which might be sweet/ savory, a Zinfandel, Pinot Noir or Grenacha would be good. For a hefty beef cut, more earthy wines would be perfect. Those could include Chianti, Syrah, Tempranillo. Malbec, Cabernet and red blends.
Additionally, a meaty BBQ dish can be driven by the sauce which can create fun pairings with wine. Here are some selections:
• Sweet sauces - Petite Sirah - Example: Petit Petite from Michael David Winery.
• Spicy mustard sauce - Sangiovese or Montepulciano - Both wines from Italy. Example Art of the Earth Organic Montepulciano.
• Kansas City Classic BBQ sauce - Carmenere from Chile, Cabernet Franc from California.
• Dry Rub Texas Brisket - Malbec or Cabernet Sauvignon from Argentina or from Spain with a Tempranillo.
• All-American Burgers - Just add any of your favorite red blend wine and all will be great.
With chicken and fish on the barbie, you might want a more-full bodied white wine such as a Chardonnay from California. If it is a chicken with sweet, herbaceous sauce, a Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand or a Gewurztraminer or Riesling from California or Germany would pair well.
Finally, nice grilled fruit such as peaches or pineapples would be excellent with an Italian Moscato or a favorite local wine. One from Amber Falls called Peach Persuasion would make you proud of that little winery along the Natchez Trace in Tennessee.
Pour Vous! Spirits, Wine & Beer Warehouse 263 Indian Lake Boulevard Hendersonville, Tennessee 37075
Jerilee’s passion for wonderful food and wines of the world began with Julia Child, Jacques Pepin and Lydia Bastianich. This interest spurred her to travel to wine events and seminars to fuel her knowledge. She taught the Wine Appreciation Continuing Education class at Vol State for years. Jeriliee is Pour Vous’ resident “Wine and Food Maven” and can be found discussing food pairings while conductng their weekly wine tastings.
Photography by Melissa DelRossi
The Goodlettsville Area Chamber of Commerce held their annual gala and auction, A Night to Remember at the Courtyard Marriott in Goodlettsville. The event held a live and silent auction to raise funds for the chamber, as well as some beautifully set hors d’oeuvres for guests and members of the event. Saving the best for last, lively entertainment was provided by the Rock and Roll Dueling Pianos. To find out about upcoming events or to learn more about the Goodlettsville Area Chamber of Commerce, visit them at goodlettsvillechamber.com.
Locally-owned, voted best area liquor store in 2016 and 2017 in Sumner County, Pour Vous! has the selection and passionate staff to make any occasion a memorable celebration.
• Expansive whiskey and bourbon selection
• 16 Tap Growler station
• Over 800 Beers in stock from around the world
• Handpicked wines for ANY budget
• Walk-in humidor
• Unique gifts, bar and glassware & party accessories
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Christian Scherba, Marilee Tice & Lacey Eddy
Karen & Feller Brown
Rebbeca Ray, Jackie & Jon Pond, Romy Buttry, Lori & Nick Rumley
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Spring Greens Bring Fresh and Inspired Flavors
BY JIM AND CHERYL HAGY
Every year as spring’s bounty begins to take a forefront in our culinary focus, we find ourselves looking towards salad greens as the canvas of our inspirations. This month, we are sharing two new fresh salads that welcome the longer warm days with open arms.
The first is a Sudan Salmon Salad which features fresh salmon paired with fried garbanzo beans, which also make a nice warm snack in and of itself. Make up an extra batch of the whipped tahini dressing that accompanies this salad, as you’ll find yourself needing it as a dipping sauce to pair with the crisp bite of vegetable crudité.
Needing a bit more comfort in your salad? We’re loving the ying and yang of the delectable flavors of Carrot Cake as a salad. With the Carrot Cake Salad, we’ve included the recipe for our Roasted Maple Carrots, which served warm by itself is a great dinner accompaniment option. It is not only delicious, but also Paleo-friendly. The salad is adorned with a Citrus Coconut Vinaigrette that complements the indulgence of this dessert inspired salad perfectly.
Of course, we never are too full to end the evening on a sweet note, which is why we are also sharing the recipe for our dreamy summer Key Lime Piesicles. The tart tang of the freshest summer key limes is paired with the frozen cool delight the summer popsicle man brings to the neighborhood making it the perfect ending to backyard barbecues this summer. This chocolate dipped sensation balances out the increased intakes of greens with our new salads, and we hope it will inspire you to gather with your friends and family in the sunshine filled days of spring and summer.
JIM & CHERYL HAGY
Eat, Drink & Be Merry | chefsmarket.com
Jim and Cheryl are the owners of Chef’s Market in Goodlettsville. They offer catering and take-away options, from formal corporate galas to casual in-office get-togethers and outdoor affairs.
Sudan Salmon Salad Carrot Cake Salad
Ingredients:
• 4 cups of baby spinach
• 4 (5)-ounce pieces of grilled salmon
• 16 ounces of Fried Garbanzo Beans
• 8 ounces of artichoke hearts
• 2 avocados
• 4 ounces of red onion
• 4 ounces of Madera almonds
• 4 ounces of shredded Parmesan
• 8 ounces of Whipped Tahini Dressing
Instructions:
Begin building the salad by layering in a large bowl or four individual bowls in the following order: spinach, avocado, artichokes, red onions, almonds, shredded Parmesan and grilled salmon. Serve with the dressing on the side.
Fried Garbanzo Beans
Ingredients:
• 16 ounces of garbanzo beans
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
• Oil for frying
Instructions:
Drain and rinse beans. Heat oil in a mini deep fryer to 375°F. Mix flour, salt and both peppers. Fry 1 to 3 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Whipped Tahini
Ingredients:
• 1 1/2 cups tahini, well shaken
• 3 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 cup seasoned rice vinegar
Instructions:
In a food processor, combine the tahini, garlic, lemon juice and salt and process for four to six minutes, until the mixture lightens in color. With the motor running, gradually add up to one cup water, processing until the mixture is super smooth and creamy, like mayonnaise; the mixture will seize at first before emulsifying into a smooth spread. You can stop here if you would like more of a dipping sauce. If using for the dressing, blend in the seasoned rice vinegar. Store in a lidded container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Ingredients:
• 1-pound Maple, Cinnamon and Nutmeg Roasted Carrots (recipe below)
• 4 cups of mixed greens, such as mesclun, arugula, red leaf and baby spinach
• 2 ounces raisins
• 4 ounces goat cheese
• 4 ounces pecans
• 6 ounces Citrus and Coconut Vinaigrette (recipe below)
Instructions:
In four bowls, add one cup each of the mixed greens. Top with the raisins, goat cheese and pecans. Drizzle with 1.5 ounces each of the dressing. Top with warm or room temp carrots and serve immediately.
Maple, Cinnamon and Nutmeg Roasted Carrots
This recipe is vegan/vegetarian and perfect for the Paleo diet. We use this on our Carrot Cake Salad, but it will make a great side dish to any holiday dinner.
Ingredients:
• 1-pound carrots
• 2 Tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 Tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 400°F Peel carrots and cut the carrots diagonally in 1½-inch-thick slices. Toss carrots and all remaining ingredients in a bowl and mix together. Transfer to a sheet pan sprayed with non-stick cooking spray in single layer. Roast in the oven for 20-22 minutes, until lightly browned
Citrus Coconut Vinaigrette
Ingredients:
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup pineapple juice
• 1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar
• 1/2 cup coconut oil
Instructions:
In a blender add the orange and pineapple juice and vinegar. Blend briefly, then slowly add the coconut oil.
Key Lime Pie Popsicles
Yield 4 pops
For the Pie Crust:
• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (6 whole graham crackers, crushed)
• 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
• 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Lime Curd Filling:
• 2 large egg yolks
• 7 ounces sweetened condensed milk
• Zest of 1 lime
• 1/3 cup key lime juice (fresh or bottled)
For the Chocolate:
• 1-pound milk or dark chocolate, chopped
• 2 Tablespoons oil
To make the Crust:
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Using a 6-inch pie pan, make an aluminum foil band 2 inches by at least 14-inch long then cut a circle of foil to fit the bottom. Line the pan first with the band then place the round on top. Then lightly grease (just a spritz of non-stick spray) a 6-inch pie pan; set aside.
prepared pie pan, taking care to pack it in tightly and press it up the sides of the pan. Place the pie pan on a baking sheet and bake for 9-10 minutes, or until golden brown. Set aside and
Beat the egg yolks and condensed milk about 3 minutes until light and creamy. Add in the lime zest and key lime juice; beat until completely combined. Pour the filling into the cooled pie crust and place in the freezer for 24 hours.
When ready to serve, dip a very sharp knife into hot water, then slice the pie into 4 pieces. Use a small sharp knife to make a slit in the back of the pie crust, then slide a wooden popsicle stick in the end of each crust. Place the back in the freezer for 1 hour.
For the Chocolate:
Melt the chocolate and oil in the top of a double boiler over medium-high heat. Do not let the water boil. Stir the chocolate constantly. Remove from heat when almost all of the chocolate has melted. Continue to whisk mixture off the heat until completely smooth. Let cool for 5 minutes.
In a small bowl combine the cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; stir until evenly combined. Press the crumb mixture into the
Cover the pie in chocolate by holding the stick by the end and dipping the pop in the chocolate. Place the pie pops back in the freezer for a few minutes, just until the chocolate sets, then serve.
Photography by Melissa DelRossi
Despite the heat, Sumner Fest was a big hit this year, held at Sanders Ferry Park in Hendersonville. Hosted by the Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce, this family friendly event held live music, lots of activities for the kids, including air balloon and pony rides. Local vendors and food trucks helped keep folks hydrated and happy, as they embraced this beautiful day by the lake. To learn more about the Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce, how to join and their upcoming events, visit them at hendersonvillechamber.com.
Hurley, Gennie & Jared Campbell Paige Sigman with Scout Emily & Jessica Lopez
Kelly Cowden, Courtney, Adam & Nadia Lintz, Weston, Chase & Breck Cowden, Luna Belle
Henrietta & Bryant Hardin
Carrie & Noah Collier, Jackson Porter & Emma Collier
AN INTERVIEW WITH
AMBER WILSON
AUTHOR OF FOR THE LOVE OF THE SOUTH
BY CATHERINE ROYKA
Creator of the popular food blog, fortheloveofthesouth.com, Amber Wilson captures the essence and charm of southern culture, food, family and friends in her new cookbook For the Love of the South. Learn more below about her book, her passion for writing and the southern food culture and scene. With recipes like Pimento Hushpuppies with Sweet Whipper Butter, Cajun Chicken and Sausage Gumbo, you’ll get a taste of her Cajun background and will want to learn more about the south and cook even more!
CR: Please tell us about your new cookbook, For the Love of the South.
AW: As a young girl, I noticed no one writing down recipes or recording family stories. To me, these were treasures that needed to be preserved. As I grew up, I recognized a need to record these memories and recipes in fear that they may one day be lost forever. Recipes, stories and
family heirlooms are priceless. This idea of preserving the past and leaving a legacy for the future has been both an anchor and a driving force for the book. This book is full of pearls strung together that I’m excited for readers to take hold of. I hope they feel empowered and encouraged in the kitchen as I talk them through recipes that may have otherwise felt daunting. I want readers to feel confident to make these recipes their own. I hope they feel inspired to start their own family rituals and pass down their own pearls whether they are in the form of recipes, stories or a cast iron skillet!
“As a young girl, I noticed no one writing down recipes or recording family stories. To me, these were treasures that needed to be preserved.”
CR: You grew up and went to school in the south – what drew you to the middle Tennessee area?
AW: While we were engaged, my husband, Michael, moved to Nashville. He is a musician, so Nashville was an inevitable move for us.
CR: What do you enjoy most about living and working here?
AW: I’ve loved living in Franklin and Nashville. There is a rich sense of community, which reminds me of the lovely community I grew up with in Louisiana.
CR: You had your heart set on a career in geography and working with NASA –how did you know you wanted to change paths?
AW: I feel like the dream I had of working for NASA changed the moment I began writing
about my love of my culture and southern food. I absolutely fell in love with it. I still use my love for literature and writing in my storytelling and my science background when it comes to developing and testing recipes in the kitchen. Now, it all makes sense, but at the time, I had to take a leap of faith!
CR: Can you share one of your favorite southern recipes with us?
AW: My Tomato and Bacon Sandwich with Chipotle Mayonnaise. I know this may sound odd because it’s so simple, but a really good tomato sandwich slathered with chipotle mayo and crowned with crispy bacon… It’s one of the best things in life!
TOMATO AND BACON SANDWICH WITH CHIPOTLE MAYONNAISE
This recipe is a grown-up version of my childhood go-to sandwich. If done correctly, a tomato sandwich can be one of the greatest pleasures in life. Since this recipe is simple and requires few ingredients, quality is key, so try to buy the best bread, tomatoes and bacon that you can.
2 slices thick-cut bacon
2 slices sourdough bread
2 slices tomato (1⁄2 to 3⁄4 inch thick) Chipotle Mayonnaise (recipe follows)
In a medium skillet, fry the bacon over medium-low heat until crispy. Drain the bacon on a plate lined with a paper towel. Place the skillet back on the heat and toast up both sides of the bread in the bacon renderings until golden brown.
Spread a layer of the chipotle mayonnaise over one side of each piece of toast. Lay the slices of bacon on top of the mayonnaise. Lightly press down on the bacon, helping it adhere to the mayonnaise. Lay the tomato slices on top of the bacon. Crown the sandwich with the remaining piece of mayonnaise-slathered toast. Press down on the sandwich and cut on the diagonal. This sandwich is best enjoyed standing over the kitchen sink. Serves 1
CHIPOTLE MAYONNAISE
1⁄4 cup mayonnaise
Several dashes of Tabasco Chipotle pepper sauce
In a measuring cup, combine the mayonnaise and chipotle pepper sauce. Any leftover mayonnaise can be stored in the refrigerator for another use. Makes 1⁄4 cup
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Modern Style with a Dash of Charm
The magnolias are in bloom, and the party’s on the porch. Crate & Barrel’s latest collaboration with Reese Witherspoon’s lifestyle brand, Draper James, captures the modern, breezy spirit of southern get-togethers as the season heats up, when people in sundresses and seersucker sip icy drinks in porch swings, cheer on their derby horses and beg off work to spend the afternoon at the beach. Be spontaneous and soak up every second, y’all.
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Photography by Melissa DelRossi
UFC GYM teamed up with Agape Animal Rescue and Villalobos Rescue Center to put on their first Animal Rescue Concert and Fundraiser. Held at the UFC GYM in Hendersonville, this outdoor event hosted a variety of activities for all ages. There was an obstacle course and games for the kids, ice cream, as well as several other food trucks and vendors. A special concert was performed by the country duo, Terra Bella, while folks and their furry friends enjoyed the festivities. All proceeds went entirely to the rescue centers. To find out more about the animals rescued or how you can help, visit Agape Animal Rescue at agaperescue.org, and Villalobos Rescue Center at vrcpitbull.com. Want to get in shape? If you’re in the area, swing by the gym and get a tour of the facilities. You can also visit their website at ufcgym.com/hendersonville.
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SUMMER BREAK - THE PERFECT TIME TO ADD TO YOUR FAMILY
Summer break is a great time to introduce a new pet to your home! All of these babies are full of love and patiently awaiting their fur-ever, loving home at the Humane Society of Sumner County (HSSC).
Hi, my name Bella and I am a fouryear-old, female Labrador Retriever mix who is very sweet, but I may be a little shy at first. I have been a pet since I was a puppy, but due to the health of my previous owner I had to be surrendered. I miss being someone’s girl and I hope to become a part of your family, so please come and meet me and see how much love I have to give!
Hello! I am Madison and am a sweet, female Australian Shepherd/Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler mix, just under a year old. I am very active with a lot of energy. I am a sweetheart, but I can tend to be sassy and dominant. I do get along with some other dogs, but I prefer not to be around cats or other small animals. I am looking for my perfect home with an active family or person. Please come out to meet me and see how beautiful I am and, even with my sass, I am the biggest sweetheart you will meet!
Hi there, my name is Oakley and I am a oneyear-old, female Pit Bull Terrier mix looking for my forever family. You won’t find another dog that is sweeter with people than me! I am a special girl that has been through a lot and I have been at the shelter for a while now. I came in with a broken leg (growth plate) but, thanks to these nice people, I had successful surgery to repair it. I am all healed up and ready for my new start on life! I prefer to have all of your attention and be the only one smooching on you, so I will need a home with no other dogs. Please come see me! I am so ready to love you forever!
Stop by the Humane Society of Sumner County, at 16 Volunteer Drive in Hendersonville, for a meet and greet with these much-loved pups! Learn more about the HSSC and get information on volunteering, fostering, donating or ADOPTING your new pet by visiting sumnerhumane.org or calling 615.822.0061.
See more of Ollie and his adventures at facebook.com/OlliePupBoxer, on Twitter @OlliePupBoxer and follow @OlliePupBoxer on Instagram.
Taylor Drake, Emily Browning, Madison Brown with Java, Sean Patton with Rayleigh, Alex & Karen Hawkins with Layla
Merlo
Selah & Kristin Williams
Marian Spalding with Eevee
Stephanie Nystrom, Sean Patton & Martina Ocosta
Riley & Julie Strickland with Knox
Jason Santiago with Bristol
Rilynne, Yancey & MacKenzie Holder
Morgan Nixon, Leia Barrett & Colleen Alama
Hi there!
Bone Vi v ant
MEET OAKLEY
MEET MADISON
MEET BELLA
SOCIAL | Annual Golf Classic
Photography by Haley Anthony
The twenty-ninth annual Golf Classic brought golf players together for a day of perfect weather, lunch, networking and, of course, golf. The sold-out event, held by the Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce, took place in the clubhouse and on the greens of the Bluegrass Yacht and Country Club. Sponsors set up at each hole to offer goodies to golfers as they passed through. The Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce works to create a climate of growth and success in the Hendersonville area through the connection, promotion and support of local business. To learn more about the Chamber and their events, visit hendersonvillechamber.com.
James Sanders & Barry Young
Kathleen Hawkins & Jennifer Caldwell
Jim Payne & Tony Smarter
Meghan Rewa, Daniel McMullen & Feral Blades
Christyn Jonas & Samantha Starbuck
Julie Lukon & Jason Baker
Aaron Dwyer, Mike Gaughan & Scott Robinson
Kris Kinslow & Rob Dellamorte
Krisha Owen, Christi Coleman, Dawn Driskill, Michele Hale & Mary Jacqueline Williams
Mike Hedge, John Ferguson, Bill Rankin, Gleen Kruger & Kevin Weaver
Terry Coggins & Trace Buerkett
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BY EMMA FITZPATRICK, PROJECT MANAGER, THE DAVEY TREE EXPERT COMPANY
Did you know 85 percent of plants require a pollinator, and bees pollinate more than a third of our fruits and vegetables? Pollinators are an essential part of our everyday life. Without them, our gardens and grocery store’s produce sections would look shockingly sparse.
As modern landscapes change, however, bees and other pollinators are fighting to survive. The loss of open space puts pressure on our urban environments to fill the nature gap. According to Scott Johnson, district manager of The Davey Tree Expert Company’s Nashville office, which services Williamson County, people across Tennessee are taking action.
“It’s great to see people caring and creating more spaces for pollinators,” says Scott. “Johnson. JohnWhile most people think first of planting flowers, trees, too, can help pollinators.”
Johnson says there are many trees you can add to your property that will look great, benefit you and support pollinators. Here are his top five recommendations for Tennessee landscapes.
5 TOP TREES TO ATTRACT POLLINATORS
Native Oaks
Planting natives is one of the best ways to assist pollinators. Native oaks, like Tennessee’s black oak, white oak, pin oak, or swamp chestnut oak, support pollinators throughout the year in many ways, but especially by providing winter shelter and healthy habitat. In fact, oaks give more than 500 pollinator species a home and enable them to return for years to come. The tree height depends on variety, but the black oak can easily grow to a height of 60’ with a spread of 60’ or larger at maturity.
Southern Magnolia
Bees love this tree’s vibrant white to creamcolored flowers that are filled with pollen.
Then, later in the spring, birds enjoy the tree’s yummy fruit. All year round, you’ll get to admire the shiny, evergreen leaves of this Southern staple. This tree can grow to a height of 80’ with a spread of up to 40’.
Eastern Redbud
Bees of all kinds, including honey, bumble, and mason bees, enjoy its pollen and nectar. The rest of the year, birds and insects appreciate what this tree has to offer. Growing about 25’ tall with a 25’ spread, this tree, filled with heart-shaped leaves, will sure to be one of your (and the pollinators) favorites.
Black Gum
A black gum tree provides colorful pops of foliage to the fall landscape. But its yellow, red and orange leaves appeal to the bee population in a completely different way. The flowers provide a source of food for bees during springtime and the bark offers a safe home. This tree can grow to 50’ tall and 30’ wide when mature.
Tulip Tree
The large, tulip-like flowers produced by the yellow poplar give this tree its name. Not actually a poplar, this tree is actually a member of the magnolia family. Its greenish-yellow blooms and sweet nectar attract pollinators. This tree needs a lot of space, so plan for them to keep growing. At maturity, it can be 90’ tall with a spread of 40’.
Planting a tree is an investment in your property, community and environment that will truly pay off for years to come.
For more information about planting, read the rest online at yourwilliamson.com.
A lifelong tree hugger, Emma Fitzpatrick has spent the last five years marketing and writing about green companies. As a public relations project manager at Davey Tree, she helps get the word out about the power of trees and how to keep trees healthy for years to come.
Farmers Market Fun
It seems like middle Tennessee went straight from winter to summer… but we are excited about the warmer weather, because Farmers Markets in the area are back! We love supporting local businesses, and what better way to do that than at your local market. From fresh flowers, crisp veggies and summer produce – you will dive right into the summer mode! Check out these local hot spots this season.
HENDERSONVILLE
• Cross off those items on your grocery list and stroll the Streets of Indian Lake for their Hendersonville Farmers Market every Saturday from 8:30am-1:30pm, May through August. In addition, there will be live music, health and fitness and kids’ activities. On the last Saturday of the month from May through August, there will be a Family Health & Fitness Day from 9am to 12pm with activities, entertainment and fitness info!
• For a local market experience and grocer experience along with breakfast, CSA programs, plants, you name it - head to Hendersonville Produce. They are focused on providing the community great quality and local
products that are organic and natural. Additionally, they host classes and vendor demos on occasion. Located on 760 East Main Street in Hendersonville, they are open all year round and seven days a week.
GALLATIN
• Every Saturday from 8am-1pm throughout the summer, head on down to 160 West Franklin Street for the Gallatin Farmers Market. Pick up all your favorite vegetables, farm and pasture raised meats, eggs, baked goods, honey, jams and jellies, herbs and plants. Each week, they will feature a story or craft time at 10am.
GOODLETTSVILLE
• Every Thursday from May 10th through October 11th, 3pm-7pm, head over to the Goodlettsville Farmers Market. They are located on the lawn at the Goodlettsville Visitor’s Center at Historic Mansker’s Station (705 Caldwell Drive). Check out some local favorites from Blocker Farms, White’s Family Farm, Circle R Farm, Hill Family Farm, Scent of the Sun Soap and more.
PORTLAND
• On Thursdays from 3:30pm to 7pm from May through August, stop by the Portland Farmers Market. Located on 100 E Market Street at the Gazebo, you’ll get to browse fresh cut flowers, organic produce, pet treats, food trucks and much more. Check out their Facebook page for their various giveaways they host throughout the season.
Photography by Melissa DelRossi
The Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center in Hendersonville hosted Moonlight and Magnolias. This fundraising event helps Monthaven in its continued support of the arts, and its historical, educational, and cultural values that the center strives to maintain for its community. Featured guest, Alexandre Renoir, great-grandson of the French Impressionist painter, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, came in support of the event, whose works of art can also be seen in the Monthaven gallery until June 10th. Guests enjoyed a delicious dinner, followed by recognitions, speeches and live music. To find out about upcoming exhibitions at Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center visit at monthavenartsandculturalcenter. com. To learn more about Alexandre Renoir and upcoming exhibitions, visit alexrenoirstudio.com.
Juanita Clancy, Jessica Cline & Carmen Lewallen Mike & Amy Sparks
Joe Preston & Luisa Freeman-Preston
Barry & Madeline Ellis, John Pitcher & Lois Jordan
Ofelia & Manuel Cuevas
Louis Riggins Ezzell, Connie Stuart & Kerry Watkins
Carole Sorell & Jane Marshall
Jonathan Carney & Bridget Wooden
Lakeside Living
1002 Isaac Franklin Dr.
Fairvue Plantation
Fairvue Plantation is a neighborhood where the livin’ is easy. Old Hickory Lake is visible as you walk the neighborhood, and the greens of the 18 hole golf course create beauty of another kind as you continue through the neighborhood. Nashville’s North Shore is filled with beauty both man made and natural. It’s proximity to all the amenities of Nashville have made it a popular choice for people who want a little more space, more natural vistas, and especially those who want access to Old Hickory Lake.
1002 Isaac Franklin offers an opportunity to live on the Lake steps away from your boat for easy access to a relaxing cruise without effort. You can wake up each morning and relax on your patio watching the lake come to life with the day. The patio has a built in grill and refrigerator if you are in the mood for cooking out or drinks with friends on the patio. The upstairs balcony has the best views in the house and has a retractable awning so you can relax in comfort regardless of the position of the sun. The family space upstairs has a refrigerator, as well as a wet bar so you have access to all you need while you relax at the end of the day. The house has a warm feel to it, with upgrades everywhere you look,
2 fireplaces that come to life with the flip of a switch. The house has parking for 3 cars, plus a partial basement where you can keep a golf cart. The built in sound system allows you to enjoy music one floor at a time or both floors. The music also plays outside.
The main floor of the house has a detailed custom front door, new floors, glazed maple custom cabinets with uplighting and granite countertops. All the extras you expect including double crown molding.
This beautiful home has a beautiful staircase with theater lighting to guide your way, plenty of storage, and will accommodate lots of guests who will want to visit once they realize you have a lake house!
LOVING THE WARMER WEATHER IN SUMNER COUNTY
BY WAYNE HOLLOWAY
Sumner County is a remarkable place to live, especially during the spring and summer seasons. Aside from watering eyes (due to the copious amounts of pollen ornamenting the hood of my SUV), the scratchy throats and the inability to know what type of clothing you’ll need for tomorrow because of the thirty-degree weather fluctuations, Sumner County is truly a stunning region, filled with so many outdoor activities and a strong sense of community.
and looks shiny and pretty and unused. It just sits there. Do you know why? Because the best kind of boat is the one you don’t own. I’ll gladly pitch in on gas, make sure the cooler is stocked up, help park/back up the trailer. Heck, I’ll even drive the thing. But when the acronym strikes (BOAT = Bust Out Another Thousand), I hope to be as far from the floating money pit as I can. And when my boat-owner buddy’s boat inevitably goes to the shop, there will still be plenty more for me to do to occupy my weekends in my favorite county in the world. However, even the best county in the world’s residents must escape for THE coveted Summer vacation and that’s just what my fiancée and I are planning currently; a summer beach vacation.
As previously discussed, my office is the Hazel Path Mansion, and I must admit; I truly look forward to the sound of the football coach’s whistle during a warm spring afternoon as the football team practices in the front of Ellis middle school. Watching those kids run suicide drills literally exhaust me just watching and make me reminiscent of my good ol’ high school football days. Just kidding – All I did was make sure the bench “stayed put” during the game; but it’s still fun to reflect on my embellishments. In addition to the football practices, I’m blessed by the fact Hazel Path is the backdrop of so many prom photos. I take great pride in taking phone calls from excited high schoolers asking (some practically begging – they waited until two days before prom, but I always say yes) to use the historic site as the backdrop for their prom photos they will cherish for decades to come. The fact that Hazel Path part of so many young adult’s lives is something I will continue to hold near and dear to my heart. The community feel of Sumner County in spring is not limited to high school activities. Oh no… we’re all blessed to be surrounded by so many outdoor activity options.
Springtime means I can resurrect the apparatuses for the most frustrating sport in the history of sports: golf. As maddening as the game is, there’s hardly anything more enjoyable than a warm day, a cooler of beer (“yes Mr. Starter, I bought all of these beers and airplane bottles at the clubhouse”), a few buddies, a four-man scramble (my drive game is horrid this year, in case you wished to extend an invite) and a round of golf. Unless it’s cart path only that day. Then it’s miserable and I’ll find something else to do.
All-in-all, the most popular activity as a resident of Sumner County has to be the lake. This season is the time where many Sumner County residents begin counting down the days till the water is just warm enough to not initiate hypothermia upon the year’s first lake dip. As that day nears and the lake temperature crawls up, I’ll start sucking up more and more to my buddies who have a boat. Don’t get me wrong; I have a boat. It’s stored in a warehouse
I can’t wait for our beach vacation this year. I’ve already ordered the Polish Horseshoe game! Never heard of it? Me either, until earlier this year. Polish Horseshoes a blast! It involves Frisbees, four people, a beach (or backyard, but a beach is so much better), beer bottles and friendly competition! Back to my fiancée and I’s trip - don’t laugh, but we’re swimming with the pigs this year. Google it! Exuma, Bahamas. Swimming pigs. White sandy beaches. Pina coladas (rum floater on top, please). And one thing I’m doing this year is turning off my phone! I will not text. I will not make calls. I will not check emails (okay, I’ll do that). I recommend that you do the same. Plan a week to spend time with loved ones, disconnected from the things that don’t matter; post likes, followers, Twits (or whatever they’re called) and doggy-faced Snapchats. Focus on what’s important and enjoy friends and family, but don’t just do it while on vacation. Cherish family. Your community. Your home. Cherish it all, all the time, because friends, it can all change tomorrow.
Until next time Sumner County! And for the record, if we see each other on the lake, yes, I’ll take a Mich Ultra (lake bod planning)!
A Southern Gentleman Is... Wayne is a local business owner and resident of Gallatin. When he’s not working, Wayne enjoys golf, traveling and spending time with friends and family.
WAYNE HOLLOWAY
Welcome to Elmwood
2535 Highway 31E • Gallatin, TN 37066
Welcome to Elmwood, an 1868 historic gem that has been restored to its glory.
Built in 1868 by the Barr family, this estate has only had three owners. Standing on 14.3 acres, the home exhibits immaculate details from the past, as well as upgraded amenities for the modern resident. With a grand drive leading to the property, separate parlors, original floors, breathtaking courtyards, chandeliers, staircases, and a guest house with pool, patio and fountain, it is truly an entertainment paradise. The original part of the house holds historic character that is hard to come by, while the updated addition allows for comfort in the kitchen, master suite and living space, where new owners can settle in and enjoy.
Elmwood features approximately 6500 square feet of living space, 1000 square feet of heated and cooled garage, 500 square feet of covered porches.
Also on property is a separate 2300 square foot guest house with two bedrooms and an office, full kitchen, utility room, oak floors with covered porch and parking. This building is perfect for a multitude of activities including guests, office space, in-law quarters, and more.
Elmwood has been lovingly restored to preserve the dignity and beauty of this historic estate in the heart of Tennessee. Now is your opportunity to own this incredible piece of middle Tennessee history.
To schedule your personal showing please call our Franklin Parks office (615)790-7400.
DARCI CAESAR
Affiliate Broker
Parks Realty 415 Main St. Franklin TN 37064
darcicaesar@gmail.com
License #: 00319207
ASHLEE BAKER
Affiliate Broker
Parks Realty
415 Main St. Franklin TN 37064
abaker@parksathome.com
License #: 334785
A Little Bit Country
BY ROBIN MEYER
There are two styles I hear most often when a person is trying to describe the look they want, country or modern. Country usually incorporates styles such as farmhouse, which has been the most used description since Joanna and Chip Gaines came on the scene. It also integrates styles such as French country and cottage. On the other end of the design spectrum we have modern, which consists of contemporary, mid-century modern and industrial. All of these styles come from previous eras and has been transformed to illicit new and fresh looks for today.
Farmhouse has been a big style trend the last several years. Shiplap is a term no one used to know but is now on every remodel list of items needed. Having a farmhouse look doesn’t mean you must have everything old or vintage in the space. Farmhouse tables consist of a rectangular style table made from long wood planks. These are popular because it prompts family togetherness at mealtime, and with the decline in formal dining rooms, you can serve more guests. You can have that sliding barn door you’ve been wanting and now easy to find, but still have a little more modern looking sofa and lighting. It’s all about harmonizing.
Modern is not just for New York penthouses. Industrial isn’t just for factory-turned-condo lofts. Mid-century modern is a very distinct style that can be updated with a few modern touches to bring it in to this century. If you want to go for a contemporary look, there are plenty of furniture options out there. They have simple lines but unique choices of materials. I see a lot of manufacturers using metals, light color leathers and lacquered pieces to give a more refined look. Gold has come back into the mix and will make those small martini tables pop.
Some people find it difficult to select one or another, asking if it is possible to blend
A Little Bit Rock n Roll
the styles together. Yes, first, you have to make sure the elements work well together. When you think of the word country you think warm, worn, distressed and charming. When you think modern, you think cool, clean, linear lines and hard surfaces. You can mix the two if you think carefully about the blend. There’s often certain elements that can be brought together that make perfect sense. Do they evoke warmth, happiness, playfulness and a feeling of home? Do the elements blend well together? Throwing an element from another “style” in the mix is like the bridge of a song: It is different than the rest of the verses and chorus, but it adds a quality that makes the whole song better. Mixing it up also helps when couples can’t agree with each other on what they would like to see in their house. If you’re able to blend a couple of styles together, both people will be pleased. An Industrial look mixes well with some of the farmhouse elements. You can use metal elements and furniture with simple lines while still bringing in some of the less refined wood elements. You can warm up natural stone or wood components with a modern touch such as lacquered cabinets.
I’m not saying to go out and buy a bunch of furniture and accessories that are all different styles. That could be dangerous and just make your house look like a flea market. Blending is a daunting task. It’s not for the weak of heart. Plan it out. Hire a professional, who will help the couple with two different tastes blend their styles together. Remember the old Donnie and Marie Osmond song, She’s a Little Bit Country, He’s a Little Bit Rock n Roll? They harmonize well in the song and you can too if you put forth some effort and open your eyes to a world of style possibilities.
Robin, owner of Robin’s Nest Interiors LLC, began her Interior Design business in 1998. She studied at Watkins College of Art and Design in Nashville while starting her business simultaneously. Since then, her business has led to many projects in middle Tennessee and across the United States.
Photography by Haley Anthony
Salvus Center held their annual Spring Celebration Dinner to celebrate and honor volunteers, sponsors, donors and friends whose generosity have made it possible for them to continue their work for over a decade. People came to Gallatin’s Bagsby Ranch to enjoy a dinner prepared by Chef Mez, cocktails, music from Shannon Gehl, entertainment with So:Loved Experience and a silent auction. Award-winning journalist and Fox News 17 anchor, Scott Couch, acted as Emcee for the evening. Salvus Center is a faith-based health care center that seeks to reclaim the Biblical and historical commitment to care for those who are sick and in need, so they might experience wholeness, wellness and healing. To learn more about this organization and work, please visit their website at salvuscenter.org.
Jennadi Talbot, Jennifer Flannigan, Kelley Crelius & Naomi Caldwell
Heather Stafford, Lisa & Dewayne Hochstetler Shannon Gehl
Lesley Liestarr, Scot Lawrence, Jenni Bradley & Kay Mewcomb
Dustin & Elena Clayton Carla Hovanes & Faith Francis
Mike Binkley & Betty Brooks
Sonny & Tammy Weatherford
Bill Tidwell, Angie Janicek & Pam Tidwell
Johnny Garrett, Chelsea & John Rose
Kim Wilson & Olivia Johanan
Anthony Holt, David & Kristina Howard
Tiffany Wondrow & Jennifer Wright
Tom Givens & Glenn Nabers
Christa Yandell & Rachel Lilly
Rachel Uselton & Jeff Sanas
Kimberly McGhee, Jameelah Roshell & Tori Burnside
Shelly Ames, Kelli & Kevin Hume
Lynda & David Evjen
Sumner County, the Best is Yet to Come!
Have you ever been given an opportunity that just felt right in your gut? Have you had butterflies because you couldn’t stop daydreaming about your goals and seeing a vision of what you want your world to look like?
Every day we are given an opportunity to do something meaningful with our lives that both provides for our families and offers fulfillment in accomplishing a job well done. At the Kari Powell Group, we truly believe that it is our responsibility and privilege to labor on behalf of our clients. Throughout the years, this labor has included home staging, professional photography, an eighteen-point marketing program, plus many additional services that have given our clients a leg up on their competition. We have always been inventive in finding ways to offer Luxury Service to all of our clients at every price point.
With those priorities continually driving us forward, we are excited to announce our next adventure! This past October, the Kari Powell Group officially partnered with a local, fastgrowing brokerage in Nashville known as Scout Properties. Together we will be collaborating our talents, marketing geniuses, customer service staff, and concierge service to allow our agents
to have more time to focus on real estate activities that provide clients all the attention and service they deserve.
For the last eight years, our team has built our business within a local brokerage of Keller Williams. This has allowed us to grow, network, and make lifelong connections with other agents across the United States. The strong foundation built during those valuable years with Keller Williams has empowered us to move ahead and create even larger opportunities to not only serve our past, current and future clients, but to impact additional real estate agents, as well.
Powell Group Scout Properties
615.579.5784
615.868.9000
Kari@KariPowellGroup.com
Some in this area may be new to the “Scout” name, but we have known of this amazing company for the last several years. The founder, Jonathan Harris, set out on a mission five years ago to offer a different type of real estate company that truly labors on behalf of clients. He and his team are passionate about creating solutions that reinvent the real estate industry. Scout’s unique model is based on a team approach that includes a full-time staff for marketing, contract-to-close, administrative, client care and videography, which will allow the Kari Powell Group to service our clients with even more time and value.
In addition to this transition, we are also thrilled to share that our very own Kari Powell will be opening a new Scout Properties location in our amazing hometown of Hendersonville at the beginning of 2018. We are delighted to bring this company’s fresh approach to Sumner County as our team continues to seek out the best avenues to labor on behalf of our clients and community. So, we say with confidence and enthusiasm for both the real estate industry and for Sumner County, the best is truly yet to come!
Kari
HENDERSONVILLE PRODUCE Farm, Family & Friendships
BY ANNA ROBERTSON HAM
“It takes a farm to feed a community and a community to feed a farm.” This is what Regina Gammon said was one of her favorite quotes. And she is right… It truly does take the farm and the community’s efforts to create what Regina and her family have at Hendersonville Produce.
Regina grew up with a father who gardened. “That is when the seed was planted, you could say,” says Regina. She didn’t know in her youth that she would be in the produce business later on, but she attributes her father’s passion for gardening and her years of work in various elements, learning about business, to her desire to open a produce stand in Sumner County. Regina and her family lived in Nashville before moving to Goodlettsville, then moved to Hendersonville around fifteen years ago. In 2006, soon after relocating to Hendersonville, she and her family opened the local grocer and farmers market shop. It has been a whirlwind since of growth and achievement, not only in the community but within her personal life as well.
The Gammon family have planted the seed in Sumner County for a healthier and happier life. Regina says she has made so many friends over the years of people that are either first-time shoppers to long-time customers. She loves meeting new people and helping them choose the right produce for their needs or talking with them about their day. And it’s not just Regina taking pride in it all… All three of her children have worked in the store. While I was visiting, her daughter, daughter-inlaw and grandchild were all there. They all love what has become of Hendersonville Produce and it is instilled in them all of the time. “Even when we go on vacation, we are always going to farmers markets!” she says.
Hendersonville Produce offers fruits, vegetables, meat, jarred goods and other creations all made by local providers and farmers, with the exception of a few items that come in from farmers in other Southern states. She holds a lot of value
and worth with those she works with on stocking the produce market, which takes place all year long with various seasonal items. She understands that the farmers are what keep her business thriving and that they work incredibly hard all year long to earn their own living. “They are real farmers. They do all of the work. Farmers are my heroes,” Regina explains.
Hendersonville Produce is open year-round and also offers CSA programs, classes and vendor demos as well as the grocery with a focus on local, organic and natural products. They are open Monday through Friday from 7am - 7pm, Saturday from 9am - 7pm and Sunday from 11am - 5pm. So, head over to Hendersonville Produce and shop local! Not only are you supporting the Gammon family, but you are supporting local farmers and enriching your own life as well.
HENDERSONVILLE PRODUCE
760 East Main Street
Hendersonville, TN 37075
615.826.0033
hendersonvilleproduce.com
ADVICE FOR GRADUATES ENTERING THE JOB MARKET
BY JONATHAN WALKER
Congratulations on earning your degree! Graduation is a big accomplishment, however, entering the workforce is an education of its own. Hopefully, you understand that your education is far from complete, and on some level is just beginning. On the job training is some of the best education you will ever receive, so embrace it. The following is a list of suggestions for anyone entering the job market. These opportunities can help you grow and develop into an employee that will be ready for future employment possibilities and advancement.
Have a powerful work ethic. I classify people into two categories: those with a strong work ethic, and those without it. When interviewing for new employees, I do not consider if candidates are Gen X, or Gen Y or Millennial. I can work with anyone who is willing to work hard and understands there is always more to learn.
Be a sponge. Even if you graduated near the top of your class, be quiet and learn as much as you can from those around you. You can learn ways to grow and improve and learn from the mistakes of others and avoid making the same mistakes.
Do what others are not willing to do. Always be a team player and be willing to get in the trenches. Work hard, stay late and help others! If something needs to be done, do it. Take the initiative and make things happen.
Do not over focus on your salary. If you are effective in your job, your salary will eventually reflect your commitment. If you are in a service role with clients and focus on taking care of your clients, your income will take care of itself.
Be relationship focused and find a Mentor. Whatever career path you take, you will work with others. Do not underestimate the importance of relationships in the workplace nor the enjoyment that will come from building friendships at work. Mentors are crucial in life, not only in the workforce.
I hope this helps anyone entering the job market. If you would like to learn more about what we do, feel free to give our Gallatin office a call at 615.461.8653, or check us out at paulwinkler.com. We can set up a free initial consultation to determine if our office can help you with your current situation.
Until next month, Jonathan Walker, CFP®, RICP®
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JONATHAN WALKER
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Congratulations to these new Sumner County businesses and Chamber members!
Charles Home Inspection (Remote Office)
615.295.0325 charles@charleshomeinspection.com
Hendersonville Smiles Dentistry 1002 Glenbrook Way Hendersonville, TN 37075
129 Edenway Drive White House, TN 37188
Home Sweet Home Gifts, Décor & Jalon’s Boutique 2751 Highway 31W, Suite 2 White House, TN 37188
SOCIAL | United Way Campaign Breakfast Celebration
Photography by Melissa DelRossi
United Way hosted their annual United Way Campaign Breakfast Celebration for Sumner County at the Bluegrass Yacht and Country Club in Hendersonville. Much recognition was received, and deserved, for many of those helping their community in education, health, finance, independence, and so much more. This year the Sumner County United Way reached a record high, raising $967,611 for 2017! A lovely breakfast was served as members came together in support of their community. To learn more or to get involved visit their website at unitedwaysumner.org.
1050 Glenbrook Way Hendersonville, TN 37075
Milestone Stables Inc. 3474 Calista Road White House, TN 37188
Rover’s Ridge Dog Park 420 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
T-Mobile 520 Highway 76, Suite 3 White House, TN 37188
Justin Fontenot, Lindy Gaughan, Leisa Byars, Rev. Allen Weller, Mark Bolen, Scott Langford, Betty Hilgadiack, Chad Swan, Jimmy Johnston, Michael Morrison & Del Philips
Sara Hammock, Jennifer Onofray, Amie Davenport & Penny Barnes
Chris White’s Extreme Martial Arts
CycleBar
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WHITE HOUSE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CELEBRATES AWARD RECIPIENTS
The White House Area Chamber of Commerce hosted their monthly luncheon where they celebrated the recipients of the 2018 White House Area Chamber of Commerce Awards. The award winners are: The Robertson County Times Citizen of the Year Award - Bob Allen for his service to the White House community, mission work, and regular volunteering at the food bank, Heritage Elementary, and a local nursing home. White House Youth Soccer Jr. Citizen of the Year Award - Luci Cook for having a heart for others, serving others in the community as well as through mission trips, and raising money for a local animal shelter by creating a Jump Rope Campaign. The Connection Horizon Award - Colorado Grill for being very involved in the White House community by hosting fundraisers for local schools and organizations and for working above and beyond to make this community a wonderful place to live. Prosperity Mortgage Advisors Impact Award - Operation Brock for carrying on the legacy of nine-year-old Brock Forsgren by providing backpacks to the homeless community filled with clean socks, hats, food, a Bible, candy and other seasonal items. For more information, please contact the Chamber at 615.672.3937 or email Mandy at mandy@whitehousechamber.org.
LIFEPOINT HEALTH RECEIVES EISENBERG AWARD
LifePoint Health of which HighPoint Health System’s hospitals are a part, has been named the recipient of the 2017 John M. Eisenberg Award for Innovation in Patient Safety at the Local Level. The prestigious Eisenberg Awards acknowledge major achievements in healthcare quality and patient safety. The first investorowned health system to earn an Eisenberg Award, LifePoint is being recognized for its National Quality Program, a structured process for ensuring consistent, high standards of quality and patient safety. Created in partnership with Duke University Health System, this program has led to significant enhancements across the LifePoint network. HighPoint’s four hospitals, Sumner Regional Medical Center, Trousdale Medical Center, Riverview Regional Medical Center and Livingston Regional Hospital, are enrolled and actively participating in this program. For more information, visit lifepointhealth.net/news.
VOL STATE LITERARY MAGAZINE WINS NATIONAL AWARD
The Volunteer State Community College student literary arts magazine, Pioneer Pen, recently won a first-place national award from the American Scholastic Press Association for the 2017 edition.
“Pioneer Pen is an opportunity for students to have their work published and viewed by a large audience. It is a bragging right to say that your work is published in the college’s literary magazine. We received many submissions and only the best is published,” said Laura McClister, faculty advisor. The Pioneer Pen may be taken as an English practicum at Vol State. It is designed to provide students with handson experience in all aspects of publishing a literary arts magazine. Student editor, Kaily. For more information about the Pioneer Pen and other Vol State publications, go to volstate.edu/humanities/english/ publications.
NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans Powers Up
A trip to the Big Easy has never been so hugely fabulous as it can be now with new hotel NOPSI. NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans has illuminated the city’s luxury lodging landscape. Located in the vibrant Central Business District, the nine-story brick building was originally constructed in 1927 as the headquarters for New Orleans Public Service Inc. (NOPSI), the city’s former utility company and transit operator. Now, nine decades after it originally opened to service the city’s needs, the historic landmark has been re-imagined as a luxury hotel with a community spirit.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, NOPSI Hotel features 217 refined guestrooms – including seventysix suites; a lively and regionally inspired restaurant called Public Service; 14,000 square feet of architecturally significant indoor and outdoor meeting space; and
a sophisticated rooftop pool and bar. The hotel is dedicated to providing an authentic experience inspired by the rich history of the destination it proudly serves again, NOPSI Hotel underwent a meticulous restoration, which returned the grand dame to its original splendor, including the building’s street facades, cast iron rails and stone panels. Inside the sweeping lobby, guests can discover faithfully renovated vaulted ceilings, graceful arches, ornamental columns, brass grills and stone terrazzo flooring.
“At NOPSI Hotel, service is more than just a word, it’s part of the building’s fabric and complements Salamander’s authentic approach to hospitality,” says Sheila Johnson, Founder & CEO of Salamander Hotels & Resorts, the hotel’s management company. Sheila is also one of America’s top entrepreneurs and the co-founder of Black Entertainment Television. “NOPSI Hotel will become known as one of the finest city hotels in America, and we look forward to reflecting the unique spirit of New Orleans,” she says.
The property was originally designed by Favrot and Livaudais, a Louisiana-based architectural firm that designed many other historically significant buildings. Woodward Design + Build from New Orleans served as the hotel’s architect of record and general contractor during the renovation process. The project’s development team has also worked closely with Louisiana’s State Historic Preservation Office to ensure the architectural integrity of the building was preserved.
Within a short walk of The French Quarter, the Warehouse District and the Garden District, NOPSI Hotel is located near Lafayette Square and close to major attractions like the Mercedes-Benz Superdome and the World War II Museum. Thousands of manhole covers still bear the NOPSI name, which inspired the hotel’s unique circular logo, adding a sense of nostalgia to a walk down many of The Crescent City’s streets.
Guest room design presents the highest level of luxury highlighted by refined furnishings and décor, all uniquely inspired by the building’s industrial history. The luxury suites include additional living space, some of which feature spacious terraces with sweeping city views. The ninth-floor features four Spa Suites with spacious terraces that can be utilized for an extraordinary in-room Salamander Spa experience.
Architecturally unique. Industrially elegant. Timelessly refined. NOPSI is the first
luxury hotel to open in New Orleans in a generation, the impressive and dramatic Grand Lobby featuring vaulted ceilings and stone terrazzo flooring, is highlighted by inviting, polished furnishings. A lively signature restaurant, architecturally stunning boardrooms, breakout rooms and meeting space and a shimmering rooftop pool and bar provide an inspiring, one-of-a-kind guest, event or business experiences.
NOPSI Hotel offers an impressive backdrop for any meeting or special event. The hotel’s immense and expansive ballroom, with floor-to-ceiling arched windows and a soaring thirty-foot ceiling, epitomizes the original architecture of this iconic building. The meticulous renovation has retained the room’s twenty-four-foot high crane and tracks, which formerly transported transformers to storage vaults for repair. Five vaulted breakout rooms with historic
architectural features provide an impressive setting for corporate meetings, dinners or teambuilding events. Additional event spaces include a charming and regal outdoor patio and PS Reserve, a unique private space above our signature restaurant.
Uniquely situated in New Orleans’ bustling Central Business District right on the corner of Baronne Street and Union Street, the hotel is just minutes from the vibrant energy and excitement that is quintessentially the Crescent City. Just steps away, guests can experience one of the world’s most iconic and culturally diverse destinations — the historic French Quarter. Lined with fabulous architecture, wrought-iron balconies, cobblestone side streets and colorful courtyards, this romantic neighborhood is a mecca for foodies, music aficionados and antique lovers. Additional attractions include the artsy Warehouse District, filled with refined art galleries, eclectic music venues and theaters, outdoor concerts at Lafayette Square and the massive Mercedes-Benz Superdome, host to six Superbowls, the NFL’s New Orleans Saints, concerts, conventions and shows.
The Central Business District’s most dynamic community gathering place, Public Service is a casual-yet-sophisticated restaurant which respects the civic spirit of the
former New Orleans Public Service Inc. With a menu that honors the Gulf Coast’s hardworking fishermen and farmers, we prepare contemporary cuisine in an open-display kitchen highlighted by a modern raw bar and open-flame rotisserie. The vintage design features a two-story glass façade, exposed brick and a custom-built craft bar.
NOPSI Hotel’s shimmering rooftop pool and bar, Above the Grid, offers a hot spot for hotel guests, visitors and locals alike with a unique view of the city’s skyline. By day, the pool is a peaceful oasis for hotel guests with indulgent cabana service. In the evening, the energy level increases and the setting transform into one of New Orleans’ most exclusive establishments with private cabana tables, live entertainment and one of the coolest scenes in the city.
Located in the hotel’s classic lobby, underCURRENT Bar & Patio features iconic vaulted ceilings as the quintessential backdrop for light snacks and an afternoon cocktail experience. Step into true casual elegance on the patio where guests can enjoy “life as a local” in lush surroundings with wrought iron accents reminiscent of a quiet hideaway deep in the French Quarter.
Spring is a perfect time to visit the Crescent City! Schedule your next trip to and plan to enjoy all this amazing city has to offer while also taking advantage of one of its newest treasures in fine accommodations, dining and history.
317 Baronne Street
New Orleans, LA 70112
504.962.6500
NOPSIHOTEL.COM
BALANCING LIFE AS A WORKING MOM
BY GINGER JONES
I can admit that it’s pretty rare for me to feel guilty about being a working mother. I love what I do, I love the people I work with and I love that I get to do work that fills my soul and be a mom. However, there are some things I had to learn along the way to find a healthy balance.
You have to accept that there will be days when you feel guilty about working. We are bound to beat ourselves up for something now and again, so give yourself five minutes to do that and then remind yourself of all the reasons why being a working mom is great for you and your kids. For me, I tell myself that I am more present when I am with my kids than I would be if I didn’t work. It is my biggest hope that through my work of creating a business that is continually growing and breaking records and winning awards, I am showing my two little boys that they are seriously capable of anything they put their minds to.
CHILDCARE
This is HUGE! Finding childcare you can trust is crucial to have peace of mind when you are at work. Knowing that your kids are being taken care of, having fun, learning and are in good hands is priceless.
BEING PREPARED FOR THE NEXT DAY
I have found that I am much less stressed in the mornings when I have taken the time to prepare lunches, helped set out clothes for the kids and gathered everything they may need for the next day the evening before. This helps the morning routine run even smoother, and less stress on you in the morning makes for more time to spend with them and a calmer morning before dropping them off at school and heading to work.
HAVING A FAMILY CALENDAR
Now, I am one of those people that still use a paper planner along with my electronic one but choose what is best for you! What I have found that helps me separate my work priorities and deadlines from my personal life is color coding things. Each person in the family has a color and that way you can see who needs what on any given day. If you are someone who is in meetings a lot like me, only schedule meetings on certain days. That way, if you have a super busy week with work you won’t schedule things for those evenings so that you can spend some time with your family.
“We as parents think “special moments” have to cost a lot of money or need to be extravagant outings, but the bottom line is our kids want to spend time with us.”
CREATING SPECIAL MOMENTS WITH YOUR KIDS
This is something I am passionate about because many times we as parents think “special moments” have to cost a lot of money or need to be extravagant outings, but the bottom line is our kids want to spend time with us. When I am away from my kids for more than our usual, I am intentional about letting them choose how we spend our time. I zone in on something they want to do. Time is way more significant than any toy or game you could buy them!
Every family is different, and every working parent feels guilt at different times and with varying levels of intensity. It’s important to remind yourself that you’re doing the best thing for your family and to set guidelines in place that allow you to maximize your time at work and home. You can’t avoid working mom guilt altogether – but you can accept it. There will be times your work demands more of you that will take you away from your family and vice versa. Balance can feel elusive, but it can be achieved.
SOCIAL | Wonderland Egg Hunt
Photography by Haley Anthony
Historic Rock Castle brought back their Wonderland Egg Hunt for another successful year. Families spent the day hunting for eggs, making crafts, attending the Mad Hatter’s festive tea party, and enjoying a beautiful day on the Rock Castle grounds. Parents could even participate and find their own prizes in the Adult Egg Hunt. Wonderland characters such as Alice, the Mad Hatter and the Queen of Hearts were in attendance to bring the theme to life. To learn more about Historic Rock Castle and their other community events, visit historicrockcastle.com.
Brandon, Carrie & Lucas Teague
Emerson, Whitney & Joey Hollenbeck
Christian, Jude & Jessica Rada
Jason, Asher, Hutson & Brandy Thorpe
Jillian Crestman & Audrey McKinney
Demetria & Amira Storey
Sela & Erin Harper
Ashley Hertzka, Sarah Loney & Gabriella Burns
Hillary, Allison, Ellie & Ben West
Jason, Chelsey, Steven & Cheyenne Curtis
ART
BY CATHERINE ROYKA
Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center is hosting an exhibit titled Beauty Remains by Alexandre Renoir, great-grandson of Pierre-Auguste Renoir, one of the most well-known Impressionist painters. Approximately forty pieces of his work will be displayed at Monthaven now through June 10th
The arts and culture scene is nonstop in middle Tennessee. See some of artists and upcoming productions we can’t wait to see!
Alexandre Renoir — Beauty Remains
another technique where you put all the paint on the canvas and mix it there. The way I paint for the vast majority of the time is with palette knives,” explains Alexandre. “It is exceedingly difficult to get exact. You are basically using a cake server for painting with. I am able to approximate and give the impressions of things, and a certain style and focus, where the viewer will fill in the rest. I try to coax the viewer into seeing what they want to see at times.”
Alexandre did not think he would originally go into painting as a career, he was trying to figure out his exact craft and passion to lead him through life. “No matter what I did, I was always painting, sketching or sculpting, there was always an artistic aspect to my dayto-day,” says Alexandre. “I’ve done theater, movie, TV, radio, you name it. But at the end of the day, I would paint something. I never really figured that I would go into the holy ancestor’s profession.”
Although Alexandre looks to his greatgrandfather for Impressionism inspiration, he has built off the painting model to make it his own. “For my technique, I mix up my own things. It’s a base of Impressionism and I use palatine (traditional pallete knife painting) or modified-palatine painting styles. I use a palette knife and I mix it with
At first, Alexandre was a bit apprehensive to dive into this career, because no matter what he was doing, there was always a comparison about his work to his great-grandfather’s. “No matter what I do, I do what I do for me, it brings me great joy to be able to make these paintings and have such a warm welcome. It is a wonderful thing to do what you love for a living.”
USING THE LIGHT AND NATURE AS GUIDES
Having ample light is important for his painting process. The last month Alexandre was living in western Canada, there was a record breaking cold spell. At the end of the brutal cold, Alexandre said no more and moved to California. “No matter how wonderful spring and fall are [in western Canada], the winter is brutal. I am focused on the light for my work – light is very important – every place I go to has a certain light quality. There’s this one place where my
great-grandfather lived – not far from Dijon called Essoyes, where on certain days, literally everything turns pink – la vie en rose. That is one of the reasons he lived there.”
With his work, Alexandre has had the opportunity to travel the world to showcase his art. On his travels, he is influenced by the people he meets and the places he visits. “A lot of times when we are traveling around the world, we tend to explore. We get out, experience life, nature and wonder. That is something a lot of people miss. People go on autopilot. I try to find these moments in time and in places that bring out great emotional connection and I try to paint that.”
BEAUTY REMAINS
Family history and stories have helped shape Alexandre’s current exhibit. Alexandre laughs and says, “Like I tell everyone, I am the family gossip, I like to collect little quotes.” Longtime artist friends, Henri Matisse went to visit Pierre-Auguste Renoir during his later years in life and saw Renoir painting with his arthritic hands, and said, “Doesn’t that hurt you?” And in turn, Renoir responded, ‘Yes, there is much pain, but the pain will pass, and the beauty will remain.’”
One of his personal favorite piece’s is, “The Boss,” a three-stage etching depicting his great-grandfather (you can see this at Monthaven). “The story behind that photo is that– you weren’t allowed to call him an artist. You could call him a painter or boss. I was very proud of that one.”
Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center
1017 Antebellum Circle
Hendersonville, Tennessee 37075
monthavenartsandculturalcenter.com
Tennessee Performing Arts Center New Season Announcement
The Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) has released their 2018-2019 season schedule and has given a glimpse to a special performance on the lineup for the 2019-2020 season. For more information on performances and tickets, visit tpac.org.
2018-2019 SEASON
School of Rock – September 11th to 16th, 2018
The Play That Goes Wrong – October 9th to 14th, 2018
On Your Feet! – January 15th to 20th, 2019
A Bronx Tale – February 12th to 17th, 2019
Anastasia – March 19th to 24th, 2019
Hello Dolly! Starring Broadway legend, Betty Buckley – April 30th to May 5th, 2019
Miss Saigon – June 4th to 9th, 2019
Fiddler on the Roof – June 25th to 30th, 2019
2018-2019 BROADWAY SPECIAL ADD-ONS
The Phantom of the Opera – October 24th to November 4th, 2018 (Two Weeks)
Irving Berlin’s White Christmas – November 13th to 18th, 2018
The Book of Mormon – March 12th to 17th, 2019
Rock of Ages – April 12th & 13th, 2019
COMING IN 2019-2020 SEASON
Hamilton
Hamilton
JOAN MARCUS 2016
Arts & Culture continued
Hendersonville Performing Arts Center – Honk!
The Hendersonville Performing Arts Company presents Honk! The Musical May 17th through June 3rd. Since this wonderful musical first “hatched” in 1993, Stiles & Drewe’s Honk! has winged its way around the world in over 8,000 productions, and in many different languages. Winner of multiple awards, including the 2000 Olivier Award for Best Musical, this heartwarming celebration of being different is sure to delight audiences of all ages with its sparkling wit and memorable score. Honk! is directed by Kym Sims and Aubrey Iwan and features Matthew Roberts as “Ugly,” the ugly little duckling that looks quite different from his brother and sisters! Along the way in this delightful adventure among the “farm animals.” Ugly learns that being different is not always a bad thing! Shows are Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm. The Hendersonville Performing Arts Company is located in the City Square Shopping Center, 260 West Main St., Suite 204 in Hendersonville. For more information or to purchase your tickets, visit our website at hpactn. com or call the box office at 615.826.6037.
Nashville Symphony by the Lake
Rock Castle State Historic Site is once again hosting the Nashville Symphony during its 2018 Summer Concert Series on June 9th! As part of its mission to bring music to everyone in middle Tennessee, the Nashville Symphony presents a series of free Community Concerts at select venues throughout middle Tennessee.
Bring your favorite lawn chair, your favorite people, a picnic dinner and immerse yourself in an evening of popular classics and maybe a few modern ones too. Sodas, water and candy will be available to purchase. And Nothing Bundt Cakes will be on hand with delicious treats to purchase.
Historic Rock Castle encourages guests to carpool, as parking is limited. Offsite parking with shuttle service will also be available. For more information, visit historicrockcastle.com and nashvillesymphony.org.
Photography by Haley Anthony
Discover White House is an annual business expo which brings local businesses together to feature free goodies, special items, shopping opportunities and information about local businesses. This free event is presented by the White House Area Chamber of Commerce and The Farmers Bank, who partnered with White House Police and Fire Department this year to host Safety Day. Bringing people to White House Heritage High School, the day also includes an annual silent auction featured a wide range of things such as a beach vacation, jewelry, gift cards, toys and much more. To keep up with events happening in White House, visit whitehousechamber.org.
Dianne Carey & Khloe Keen
Kim Reid & Tara Pike
Shannon Dickson & Dewayne Hogan
Pam Jackson & Cleverley Easter
Freda Scott & Sherri Ferguson
Easton & Brandy Sims
Maya Payne & Miriam Gaines
Debbie Wells, Debbie Lamberth & Krista Chynoweth
Barry Richards, EXIT Man & Rebecca Richards
Danielle Williams & Kaylen Couch
Marcia Steiner, Dot Roden & Charles Anderson
Karen Wolbert, Fran Hutson & Steve Wolbert
Jane Holden, Brittany Hamilton & Janet Fowler
John Wilkinson & Mandy Christenson
Jenny Stanley & Courtney Nipper Lily & Trish Harris
Corkie Welch, Holly & Ken DeCoursey, Randi Sakach
I AM WOMAN HEAR ME
ROAR
JUST A SAMPLING OF SOME INCREDIBLE WOMEN IN HISTORY
CLEOPATRA
(69 BCE–30 BCE)
Cleopatra sought to defend Egypt from the expanding Roman Empire. In doing so she formed relationships with two of Rome’s most powerful leaders, Marc Antony and Julius Caesar.
ROSA PARkS
(1913–2005)
ELizAbETh
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(1533–1603)
Queen of England during a time of great economic and social change, she saw England cemented as a Protestant country. During her reign, she witnessed the defeat of the Spanish Armada leaving Britain to later become one of the world’s dominant superpowers.
She sought to play down her role in the civil rights struggle but for her peaceful and dignified campaigning she became one of the most well-respected figures in the civil rights movements.
SuSAn b. AnThOny
(1820–1906)
American Campaigner against slavery and for the promotion of women’s and workers’ rights. She began campaigning within the temperance movement and this convinced her of the necessity for women to have the vote. She toured the US giving countless speeches on the subjects of human rights.
MALALA
yOuSAfzAi
(1997– )
Pakistani schoolgirl who defied threats of the Taliban to campaign for the right to education. She survived being shot in the head by the Taliban and has become a global advocate for women’s rights, especially the right to education.
SIMON DAVIS/DFID
Sumner Regional Medical Center is proud to announce our new Emergency Room at Sumner Station. Emergency care is what we do best here. Our physicians are residency trained and board certified in Emergency Medicine.
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