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YOUR SUMNER | OCTOBER 2017 . VOLUME II – ISSUE 20
FEATURES
18 Fashionable You Fabulous Fall Fashion with Macy’s
26 Come Fly With Me A Room With A View at The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina
40 Your Charitable Self Nonprofit Heroes
ON THE COVER Beautiful pumpkins at Rainey’s Pumpkin Patch. Photography by Anna Robertson Ham
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Letter from the Publisher
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Beauty Junkie with Julie Jorgensen
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Your Best Self with Connie Haley
Your Social Secretary 60
Socially Yours
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Your Bone Vivant with Ollie
Did You Know?
22 Your Health & Wellness Breast Cancer Awareness 24 Let’s Get Physical with the YMCA
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28 The Lady Entertains with Krista Ehret 30 Welcome Home Durham Farms 32 Interior Thinking with Robin’s Nest Interiors
SOCIAL
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Farm to Table Dinner
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Pigs In the Park
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Mid-TN Oktoberfest
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Taste of Hendersonville
34 In Your Backyard Rainey’s Pumpkin Patch 44 Days Gone By with Ryan Baker 56 Up the Road The Natchez Trace Parkway 58 Your Kids with Ginger Jones 59 Your Education Edison School
23 Hendersonville Half Marathon 36 Sumner County Home Tour 39 Denim & Diamonds
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65 Harvest Moon Soiree
46 Pours & Palates T’s Hot Chicken Shack 47 A Spirited Conversation with City Winery 48 Eat, Drink & Be Merry with Chef’s Market 62 A Southern Gentleman Is with Wayne Holloway 64 Arts & Culture
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38 Your Real Estate with Kari Powell 52 It’s Your Business Smartt Steps 53 We’re In the Money with Jonathan Walker 54 Ribbon Cuttings with the Sumner County Chambers of Commerce 55 The Scoop Sumner County in the News
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SOCIAL | Farm to Table Dinner
Photography by Haley Anthony Guests gathered recently, for a night of dining, music and fun at the Comer House in Gallatin to enjoy the sixth annual Farm to Table Dinner. Hendersonville Produce presented the dinner to celebrate quality food at its best, prepared by a local chef for guests to experience. The evening included appetizers, a wine tasting and dinner where guests met the local artisans and farmers who provided the produce and contributed to the meal. To learn more about Hendersonville Produce, visit hendersonvilleproduce.com.
Casey Hoover & Victory Searcy
Terry Covington & Dayle Fergusson
Julie Hurst & Carol Norfleet
LeAnne Stephens & Holly Martin
Jill & Roger Jackson
Kori & Wynnelle Langford
Rhonda Lynch, Courtney Watts, Donna Lassila, Amanda Watts, Debbie Watts, Erin LaGrand, Danuta Armstrong & Linda Stoker
Beverly & Bill Mason, George & Helen Poaohaci
Wynnelle & Bob Langford, Laurel Gammon
Laura Gregory, Cori Allison & Lindsey Gammon Sinnamon Waugh & Paul Muncy
Holly & Allen Collins
Claire Morrison, Jessica Shelton & Jessy Hurst
Ladona & Harold McLerran
Allison & Chris Egan
Bill & Glynda McDaniel
Jennifer & Steve Hamblin, Judd & Christy Matheny
Jennifer Waddell & Heidi Stockford
Alisa Wattanaparuda, Sarah Thompson & Jeremy Perger
Tim & Lynn Takacs
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MONTHLY | Publisher’s Letter
Fall Into Giving Dear Readers, And just like that, the holiday season is upon us. Because really, Halloween is one of the major holidays of the year after all! From a retail perspective, it certainly is. For anyone with children, it can be one of the bigger nights of the entire year. I know we are already planning and trying to figure out the perfect costume for our little princess. She is indecisive though, so who knows whether it will be Belle or Ariel or maybe Rapunzel. As long as it is a princess of course! I am also getting in the spirit - literally and figuratively - this year, and trying to plan what my costume will be. I am generally a “throw on a witch hat” person and I’m good. I have imagination, it’s just execution I have never been able to manage when it comes to creating the perfect alternate persona for Halloween. Along with going all out this year to decorate our home like a haunted house, I am also going to finally jump on the Halloween bandwagon! Hopefully you too, will benefit from our plethora of content pertaining to all things Halloween in this issue. We also offer up some fabulous fall fashion ideas, décor and food - all with an autumn flair.
Something about this time of year makes it one of the most poignant. Smells, sights, the air, even the light, take my mind back in so many different fall-memory directions. Football games, Homecoming parades, jack-o-lantern carving, bonfires, the sight of hundreds of cute kiddos wandering the street with glee, the celebration of my wedding anniversary. It’s a magical time of year really, and such a preciously short one, as the autumn of Halloween gives way to the bigger holidays (we won’t talk about those just yet though)! I am a holiday purest. I only want to focus on one at a time. So, right now, my color palette is in gold, orange and browns, and I am looking for some cider and caramel apples. Our October issue features one of my favorites of the year - our Nonprofit Heroes. These individuals were nominated by you, our readers, since you know better than anyone else who is doing the most good in our community. These six people exemplify what it means to give back and they are consistently raising the bar for the rest of us - to be better, give more, do more. Enjoy reading about the passions they hold dear. Let them inspire you to find something you are passionate about giving back to. Our
community is blessed with giving, but even so, there are so many needs and so many ways you can contribute money, time and talent. Lastly, we celebrate our four-legged friends in this issue. I know most of you out there love your fur babies just as I do. We are very lucky here in Sumner County to have a number of wonderful vets, pet shops and groomers. So, here’s to the magic of pets and all you slobbery, sometimes stinky but always lovable and loyal, dogs and cats out there! Shelly Robertson Birdsong Publisher shelly@robertsonmediagroup.com
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SOCIAL | Pigs in the Park
Photography by Haley Anthony Residents of Hendersonville gathered in Drakes Creek Park to take part in Pigs in the Park. The day of family fun was complete with barbecue, music, games, vendors, contests and more. The first Miss Hendersonville Pageant and the Cutie Canine Contest were held during the day for people to watch or participate in themselves. All proceeds benefit Mary’s Magical Place and what will be an allinclusive playground designed around children and adults with special needs to come and play whether able-bodied or in a wheelchair. The park is being built in memory of Mary Elizabeth McAuley. To learn Ted, Sam & Laura Adams more about Mary’s Magical Place, visit marysmagicalplace.org.
Chris & Jennifer Goddard
Susanne & Jason Smith
Brandy Frazier, Don & Cathy Joiner
Carey Mullican & Dianne Sullens
Hannah, Haven & Andy Kim
Renee & David McGee
Claira & Harper Fox, Ella Holtermann & Rachel Fox
Shamon Ski & Stephen Dobbs
Shari & Kevin Stepaniuk
Selah Oliver & Kellie Beachboar
Ashely Gibson & Keith Laski
Lynn Hollingsworth, Tommy & Rachel McAuley, Kristina Courtney
Donna Robertson, Jesse Bailey & Scout Edwards
Amelia, Kevin & Abigail Banks
Haley Massa & Aleah Petty
Megan Grandas, Paul & Kristina Courtney
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MONTHLY | Social Secretary
YOUR SOCIAL SECRETARY
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GET CONNECTED Here are just a few events to add to your Social Calendar this month. Visit yoursumner.com for more events.
House on Haunted Hill Costume Party
7pm-11pm | Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center holidayfesttn.org Join us at the Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center for a FRIGHT-fully good time at HolidayFestTN’s first ever House on Haunted Hill Costume Party and charity event benefiting the Salvus Center. Enjoy dancing, a DJ and yes, a costume party with a prize for best costume in addition to lots of other fun surprises!
Garlands & Glitter Fashion Show
NOV 3
5pm-10pm | Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club holidayfesttn.org The Newcomers and Community Club of Sumner County presents Garlands & Glitter. Enjoy an evening of fashion and fun at the annual fashion show evening event with live entertainment and fashions by Dillard’s! Proceeds from the event benefit the Sumner Teen Center, which helps teens construct a path for success and form a positive worldview in a safe, secure and engaging environment.
Tinsel & Treasures
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We had an awesome time at Pilgrimage this year! Wasn’t Justin Timberlake amazing?
Various shops around Gallatin | gallatintn.org The Gallatin Christmas Open House, now known as Holiday Tinsel & Treasures, has been a tradition for over forty-five years. Local retail merchants open their doors the second weekend in November every year to shoppers allowing them the chance to start their Christmas shopping early. It is a great opportunity for Gallatin retail businesses to get a jump start on sales before Black Friday or Shop Local Saturday.
Sometimes we have our furry friends in the office to help us out with work!
We loved learning about the historic beauty of Hazel Path Mansion in Hendersonville.
YOUR SUMNER HOLIDAYS Our next issue will feature all things holidays for the perfect Sumner County Thanksgiving and Christmas planning. Look for this special issue celebrating Your Sumner’s 2nd Anniversary on stands in November.
SOCIAL | Mid-TN Oktoberfest Sponsored Event
Photography by Melissa DelRossi Oktoberfest at RiverGate Mall had a little something going on for everyone, even our furry friends. The event featured a dog costume contest, a bouncy house for the kids and kids at heart, and a local food fair. Wine and rum tastings were held for the adults, while sports fans enjoyed rooting for their team on the big screen in the VIP tent. Live local music entertained folks throughout this two-day event. A portion of the proceeds benefited St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Find out about upcoming events and store locations at the RiverGate Mall by visiting rivergate-mall.com.
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Troy & Theresa Brown, Ashley Dederick
Maria & Morgan Sutton
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Jasmyn, Bryson, Dean, Alyvia, Josh & Mandie Gambill
Amy Gartung & Brett Powers
LoLita Toney, Revonda Hawkins, Cathy Bender & Sam Mitchell
Kicharlo Cottrell
Andy, Chris, Jolene & Melinda Luersman
Jaleesa Johnson, Ashton Murray & Kenya Williams
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SOCIAL | Taste of Hendersonville Sponsored Event
Photography by Pam Monaghan The Hendersonville Chamber of Commerce held their annual Taste of Hendersonville at Streets of Indian Lake in September. The Goddard School was the presenting sponsor along with plenty of local eateries, grocers and caterers from across Hendersonville. Live music was enjoyed throughout the night along with bounce houses and balloon artists for the kids. Can donations were accepted at the gate and donated to Hendersonville Senior Center. Many other nonprofits were invited so attendees could get a true “taste� of Hendersonville and all it has to offer. This was the first year that Battle of the Brews was presented which was a big hit. For more information on Chamber events, visit hendersonvillechamber.com.
Alejandro Allison, Rebecca Moore, Madelyn Moore, Sherri Huntington & Tristan Allison
Amy & Xander Pinkelton, Levi & Melissa Howard
Randy Daly, Lauren Hunter, Lee Ryser, Jessica Wright & Shawn Luyk
Kevin, Codi, Lynlee & Luke Caine Wyndham, Ryan, Paisley & Julian Monaghan
Avery Reeder, Lori Rodden & Nicki Baronet
Caleb Paul, Steven Smith & Quinton Lee
Kathy, Rick & Eric Ford
Kyle, Sawyer, Laura & Charlotte Gregory
Torrey Zimmerman, Toni Cory & C.J. Kolek
Elizabeth Craighead & Lisa Roll
Beth, Adelle, Jeremy & Ottilia Shipley Jenna McMurry, Lauren Park, Julia McMurry & Abby Park
Bonnie, Michael, Maya & Dawn Mason
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Pam, Luke & Larry Strong
Alivia Dupree, Tom & Sheila Murick
FEATURE | A Little Something Extra
Top 10
Halloween Costumes of 2017 It’s time to get in the spirit of Halloween and decide what alter ego you or your child are going to be! Halloween costumes can be fun, festive, frightening or iconic. Here is a list of the personas you may find wandering down your street this Halloween.
1. Pennywise From “IT”
Not that we needed any more killer clowns on the loose, but Pennywise from Stephen King’s “IT” will likely be a popular costume this Halloween, thanks to the 2017 film adaptation currently breaking boxoffice records.
2. Donald Trump
Make Halloween great again and dress up as our current president. All you’ll need is a black suit, a disheveled blonde wig and his staple red hat and your Halloween costume will be HUGE.
3. Belle From “Beauty and The Beast”
This Disney princess’s famous yellow ball gown is a tale as old as time.
4. Pregnant Beyonce
Channel your inner Queen Bey by recreating the pop star’s iconic pregnancy announcement from February.
5. Hugh Hefner and Playboy Bunnies
With the recent passing of Hugh Hefner, many fans will want to pay tribute to the legendary businessman and original playboy this Halloween.
6. Wonder Woman
The modern and feminist Wonder Woman costume will be a big hit considering that the adaptation of the superhero comic book character was released in June.
7. Spider-Man
Our spidey senses are indicating that Spider-Man costumes will definitely be on trend this Halloween since “Spider-Man: Homecoming” was released in June.
8. Zombie Taylor Swift
Look what you made us do, Taylor! No sense in being the old Taylor Swift this Halloween, because she’s dead... in the release of her new music video for “Look What You Made Me Do,” anyway.
9. The Handmaid’s Tale
2017 proved that The Handmaid’s Tale isn’t just excellent reading material in the form of Margaret Atwood’s dystopian novel - it also makes for an incredible viewing experience.
10. Jon Snow and Daenerys Targaryen
The night of the Game of Thrones season seven finale, you could find the majority of the internet screaming something along the lines of: “OH MY GOD, OH MY GOD, IT FINALLY HAPPENED!” That’s because fan-favorite contenders for the Iron Throne, Jon Snow and Daenerys Targaryen finally became a couple - perfect for your Halloween couple costume!
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LIFESTYLE | Beauty Junkie
BY JULIE JORGENSEN
Y’all, it’s here. It’s actually here. Football, gorgeous changing leaves, crisp evenings - just when we thought summer would never loosen its grip on middle Tennessee, fall comes just in time to convince us otherwise. I’m not sure about you all, but I think of Halloween as the pinnacle event of the fall season - and just because I’m a supposed grown-up doesn’t mean I can’t enjoy it just as much as the little goblins. Shoot, I even look up ways to work Halloween into my beautyjunkie world. How? I’m glad you asked! I’m all about easy-breezy ways to incorporate this holiday or that into my makeup routine (don’t forget what we discussed last month about team colors—it’s easy!), and Halloween is no exception. Options range from the quick and simple to the super-dramatic and complex - but I’m rarely one for the latter. A simple set of swipes with a black pen eyeliner on the outer corner of your eyes, and voilà - spider-web peepers! Alternately, the same eyeliner pen could be used to craft a cat-nose with accompanying whiskers for a quick but cute take on a Halloween look. Take things up a bit by pairing either option or both, with matte black lipstick. Don’t be shy, it’s Halloween! A quick trip to the drug store easily results in a sinister hue for your pucker for less than the cost of a fast-food burger. I have no qualms with heading over to the Halloween Express tent for a special-effect makeup kit. I’m personally fascinated with the whole sugar-skull look. That said, be prepared for a couple of practice runs or even a YouTube tutorial consult if you want to really look like the real deal. Another route, and probably one that gives the biggest “boo” for your buck, is to make an appointment at your favorite makeup counter to specifically ask for a spooky Halloween vibe. I think that dramatically shadowed, hollowed-looking eyes with pale skin makes just as big an impact as a cartoonish face slicked with theatrical paint. Whichever you choose, be sure to wash your face and lips with an emollient and gentle yet effective cleanser once you’re back home from the festivities, as that kind of “face paint” can absolutely wreck your skin with all of the oils and dyes. A second round of cleansing may be necessary, provided you don’t aggressively scrub at your face with your trusted washcloth. Please, don’t do that! No one wants angry red skin and potentially damaged or ripped pores. Applying a barrier under said makeup, such as Beautycounter Baby Balm or even high-quality coconut oil, can help keep clogged pores and irritation at bay. No scary skin allowed, even on the scariest day of the year!
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LIFESTYLE | Your Best Self
The Many Gifts of Giving Back BY CONNIE HALEY
Volunteering. Helping out. Philanthropy. Regardless of what term is used, we have all reached out in some way to help an individual in need. Giving our time and resources to another person or organization without expecting anything in return is in our DNA. Humans are hard wired to connect with each other. Besides the “feel-good” associated with giving back, there are numerous additional benefits. Giving back does a body good. Many studies have shown that regular volunteering can increase our lifespan, improve our health, reduce anxiety and decrease chronic pain. One 2006 study by Rachel Piferi at John Hopkins University and Kathleen Lawler at the University of Tennessee, revealed that people who offered social support to others had lower blood pressure than those that did not. Researchers propose that the many health benefits the giver receives are a direct result of decreased stress levels. Giving back improves our gray matter. Thanks to technology, researchers now know that our mid-brain region lights up when we practice charitable giving. It is the same area of the brain that is responsible for cravings and pleasure; think eating chocolate! This pleasure response is the physiological cause behind the good feeling of contributing to another’s well-being. Giving back improves our communities. We all have a “soap box issue,” or two. What if we looked “Happiness doesn’t result for ways to improve the topics that get from what we get, but us fired up instead of just complaining from what we give.” about them? Finding and improving – Ben Carson situations that we are passionate about gives our lives meaning, improves our communities and creates a connection with ripple effects. We all have something to contribute and even small gestures can have a big impact. These are just a few of the advantages of giving back. Additional benefits include: modeling good values for our children, a way to make new friends, improving our social skills and even enhancing career experience and contacts. If you are interested in upping your volunteer efforts the only requirements are passion and a positive outlook. Websites like createthegood.org can help you find organizations in your area that need assistance and can help match your personality and interests to the right cause. Giving back isn’t just something nice that people do, it is a critical component of who we are as a species and has a vital impact on the quality of our communities. CONNIE HALEY
Your Best Self | conniehaleylifecoaching.com Connie is a certified life coach that specializes in helping people love the life they have and from there, create the life they always envisioned. She shows readers ways to find peace and calm.
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LIFESTYLE | Your Health & Wellness
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and serves as a reminder to get your annual mammogram and in general be aware of breast health. Statistics show that one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women. Each year more than 250,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer and, although less frequent, over 2,400 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer in the United States. Screening mammograms should start yearly at age forty along with a breast exam by your physician or practitioner as recommended. If you have increased risk factors or any abnormalities, discuss with your physician and a screening mammogram may be done before age forty. DETECTING BREAST CANCER EARLIER Breast cancer can’t be prevented, but you can take three important steps to help detect it earlier. The free resource, 3 Steps to Early Detection, can increase your chance of finding breast cancer before it spreads. Many breast cancer symptoms are invisible and not noticeable without a professional screening, but some symptoms can be caught early just by being proactive about your breast health. ONCE A MONTH Adult women of all ages are encouraged to perform breast selfexams at least once a month. Johns Hopkins Medical center states, “Forty percent of diagnosed breast cancers are detected by women who feel a lump, so establishing a regular breast self-exam is very important.” 22 YOURSUMNER.COM | OCTOBER 2017
A VISUAL CHECK OF SKIN AND TISSUE During a clinical breast exam, your healthcare provider checks your breasts’ appearance. You may be asked to raise your arms over your head, let them hang by your sides, or press your hands against your hips. These postures allow your healthcare provider to look for differences in size or shape between your breasts. The skin covering your breasts is checked for any rash, dimpling, or other abnormal signs. Your nipples may be checked to see if fluid is expressed when lightly squeezed. For more information on these self-exams, early detection signs and further breast cancer information, visit nationalbreastcancer.org. For more information on breast health locally, self-exams and early detection signs, contact TriStar Women’s Imaging Center who provides mammogram screenings, no physician order needed, with fifteen-minute time slots for your convenience starting at 6:45am to 6pm Monday through Friday. The number to call for scheduling is 615.695.7227. Be proactive about your breast health, not reactive. Tristar Women’s Imaging Center is located in Hendersonville at 201 N. Anderson Lane. Visit tristarhendersonville.com for more information on scheduling your appointment.
SOCIAL | Hendersonville Half Marathon Photography by Melissa DelRossi Primrose School of Hendersonville and Fleet Feet proudly sponsored the Hendersonville Half Marathon as a fundraiser for Mary’s Magical Place. The sun was just waking up as runners began gathering at the Streets of Indian Lake location of Fleet Feet. The store graciously opened their doors to assist runners in registration, while offering water, t-shirts and other goodies. Cheery faces and supporters gathered together in support of this great cause. To learn more about Mary’s Magical Place, go to marysmagicalplace.org.
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LIFESTYLE | Let’s Get Physical
In the middle of a Fourth of July family party, sixyear-old Beckett fell into the pool headfirst. Panic flashed across his face for just a moment, while his relatives watched cautiously before intervening, waiting to see if he’d know what to do. He did. Beckett was able to right himself while underwater, get himself across the pool, and climb out. Afterwards, he told his mom that in swim lessons, he’d been taught to always look for the exit before getting in the pool. “I found the ladder!” he declared. For Beckett’s mom, Lauren Cootes, the situation was reassurance that all the skills he’d learned in YMCA swim lessons just weeks before had truly stuck with him. “I was so happy,” she says. “Because I was really nervous of him being around water before that.” Before his experience in YMCA swim lessons, Beckett was terrified to get in the pool without his puddle jumper life jacket, Lauren says. “When I told him I was going to put him in swim lessons, the first thing he asked was, ‘Can I wear my floaties?’” On day one of lessons, Beckett quickly discovered he’d need to give up his floaties
Sw im m ing in order to learn. And since then, he’s been paddling toward greater independence in the water. “By the end of the four weeks, he was really confident,” Lauren says. SAVING LIVES THROUGH EXPERT SWIM INSTRUCTION For kids like Beckett, the benefits of swim lessons go far beyond a confidence boost; they’re essential to keeping our community’s children safe from the serious problem of drowning—the second leading cause of accidental death in kids ages one to fourteen. The very real threat of drowning means the skills children learn in a lesson—like those Beckett mastered—can literally save their lives. And according to the CDC, starting kids in formal swim lessons very early (one to four years old) can reduce their risk of drowning by as much as 88 percent. This past summer, nearly 3,000 children like Beckett received life-saving lessons from the YMCA of Middle Tennessee’s trusted swim instructors. And they were the first kids to experience an updated curriculum that places swimmers in classes based on skill level rather than age. Children advance to the next stage only when they’ve
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mastered every skill corresponding to their level, which further ensures their safety and makes clear to parents exactly what their kids can and cannot do. It’s the same attentive, caring swim instruction as before—just with clearer indicators of a child’s progress. “I like that because it’s very specific and it actually gives me stuff to work on with him at home,” says Lauren. Beckett began the summer at stage two and quickly advanced to stage three before the summer was out. Though he’s not swimming independently just yet, his small achievements—and the milestones any kid hits on the way to swimming on their own—are worth celebrating. Lauren says he’s started to practice swimming back and forth in the shallow end and is slowly but surely leaving his floaties behind. “The fact that he would explore deeper water without a life vest was pretty awesome considering the anxiety he had.”
Learn More About Y Swim Lessons The YMCA provides kids (and adults, too!) with expert swim instruction all year round. With two heated indoor pools at the Sumner County Family YMCA, now is the perfect time to fine-tune swim skills and have lots of fun doing it.
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Visit ymcamidtn.org/swim-lessons to identify your child’s skill level and search class options at the Sumner County Family YMCA.
Sumner County Family YMCA 102 Bluegrass Commons Boulevard Hendersonville, TN 37075 ymcamidtn.org/sumner-county 615.826.9622
Join our community at any of the following events this fall:
Family Fun Night Frostbite 5K/10K Friday, Nov. 10, 5:30-8 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 30
EXERCISE YOUR HEART
IN MORE WAYS THAN ONE
CREATING COMMUNITY IS OUR CAUSE AT THE Y.
As a member of the Y, you may exercise your heart in an invigorating cardio blast class. But you can also strengthen your heart by supporting the children who are learning life-saving skills in YMCA swim lessons, the parents who are better able to take care of their families because they are taking care of themselves or the breast cancer survivors who are finding healing in each other.
Learn more about the impact that the Y has on your community by visiting the Sumner County Family YMCA and touring our newly renovated wellness center today!
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THE BEACH CLUB AT CHARLESTON HARBOR RESORT & MARINA BY SHELLY ROBERTSON BIRDSONG
Planning a family road trip doesn’t sound very luxurious, does it? Well, I was knee deep in planning mine this past summer, working hard to put together an itinerary that suited all involved. History and shopping for the fifteen-year-old, golfing and dining for the sweetie, plenty of McDonald’s chicken nuggets along the way for the four-year-old; and then there was me. Aside from the nuggets, I was pretty much on board for all of those things. And as we were making our way through three states and multiple sites, hotels and locations along the way, I assumed I would also get my share of good old-fashioned exhaustion, people pleasing and hair pulling. Me that is, pulling mine out! As luck would have it though, our last stop was to be Charleston, South Carolina. The Holy City – somewhere I had been as a child myself. But the experience as an adult was sure to be wholly different and it was definitely going to be the highlight for me. I immediately contacted the Charleston Area Convention & Visitors Bureau for help in planning accommodations, dining and tours. They recommended The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina. At first, I was uncertain since it was not located in the historic district and beach was not necessarily on the agenda here. But once I communicated with the resort and booked our stay, I was already looking forward to experiencing this property. The luxury, ninety-two-room boutique hotel and member of The Leading Hotels of the World, opened its doors in late 2016 to provide another perspective of the charming, coastal city. Balconies in every guest room provide glorious morning vistas and spectacular sunsets overlooking the water. The hotel definitely brings high-style to the Lowcountry through original art, sophisticated interiors and a luxe environment that appeals to a wide range of travelers. Yes, that included the kids in our party! Because, the pool, well, it was in a word, fabulous. From our beautiful room, our view was simply stunning. No, we were not within the city streets but our view of the city across the harbor was inspired. Easy access to Charleston’s historic district via water taxi or on board the complimentary resort trolley made travel easy. The hotel décor is Southern-inspired with an architectural design that complements the unobstructed sightlines 26 YOURSUMNER.COM | OCTOBER 2017
of Charleston Harbor and downtown Charleston. It celebrates the Lowcountry design aesthetics and Charleston’s rich maritime history, presenting a comfortable, retreat-like setting. And the bright colors and original art throughout the hotel by Charleston artist, John Carroll Doyle, were beautiful as well. Our guestroom featured wood floors and custom-crafted furnishings and an expansive balcony overlooking Charleston Harbor and the two heated pools and sprawling pool deck complete with full-service private cabanas, fire pits, Jacuzzi and dining options. The Estuary Spa with an array of treatments from deep tissue massages to facials and waxing is also onsite. Family friendly amenities including the Mini Mariner’s Kid’s Camp, Cinema Saturdays in the thirty-seat private movie theater, all give the property a family friendly vibe. Three on-site dining options include The Charleston Harbor Fish House, an award-winning restaurant overlooking Charleston Harbor. The Palmetto Executive Boardroom is outfitted for board retreats, executive meetings, multi-generational family meetings and incentive programs, for those planning larger work or family trips. Of course, with this view and the amenities, the hotel features ten inspiring wedding venues for parties ranging from fifteen to 500. When we arrived, I knew we had hit the jackpot of accommodations in a city known for its phenomenal hospitality and hotel options. For travel with children, it allowed for their enjoyment while also giving the adults an unsurpassed experience. We got to experience a part of Charleston we hadn’t planned on. Our wonderful family memory is ever enhanced by our stay here and we look forward to returning often. The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina is located seven miles from downtown Charleston at 20 Patriots Point Road in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, 29464. For information and reservations, visit charlestonharborresort. com/the-beach-club.htm or call 843.856.0028. Find The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor on Facebook and @beachclubcharleston on Instagram. OCTOBER 2017 | YOURSUMNER.COM 27
LIFESTYLE | The Lady Entertains
PUMPKIN HUNTING 101 When searching for the perfect gourd, everyone has their personal preferences. White, orange, giant, small, smooth or bumpy. The combinations are endless. Whatever your taste, there are a few things to look for during your search. Choose a pumpkin that is firm and feels heavy. Check for any soft or moldy spots. The stem should still be firmly attached. For carving, make sure there is at least one flat side and that the pumpkin sits level on a flat surface. If you like the white pumpkins, don’t delay. These sell out quickly so buy them as soon as you see them.
THE 411 ON PUMPKINS BY KRISTA EHRET
Pumpkin carving is an annual activity enjoyed by most fall lovers. It’s one of the few craft projects that can be tailored for any age or skill level making it a great go-to party activity. Whether hosting a large fall bash or a fun family night, here are some ideas from the seed scooping to the stoop display.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT TOOLS Once you have the perfect array of pumpkins, you’ll want to gather your supplies. If you have little ones, a fun and safe way for them to get involved is to let them select a few of the tiny pumpkins and then display their artistic ability with paint, glue or glitter. There are also some really cute kits that allow you to stick pieces onto the pumpkin to create different faces or animals. For amateur carving, grab some of those handy packs that include your tools as well as some patterns. If you prefer something more advanced or unique, make sure you have a large serrated knife to cut through the top or bottom of the pumpkin, a large metal spoon for scooping, a paring knife for more precise cuts. Grab plenty of newspaper to grab the mess, perhaps some painting smocks and flameless candles with batteries to put inside your creation. SETTING THE STAGE A pumpkin carving party is typically one of your more casual get-togethers. There’s no need to go over the top on preparation. Put out your existing fall décor, light a seasonal candle and (weather permitting) get a fire pit or fire place going. Chili is a crowd-pleaser that is super easy when thrown into a crockpot. Set a DIY toppings bar with cheese, corn chips, sour cream, onion, etc., and pair with some cornbread for the perfect comfort food meal. Offer cider only if your crowd will drink it. Beer and wine are easy and go great with the chili. Hot chocolate is a warm treat for the kiddos after they finish their pumpkins. Warm caramel or peanut butter poured over apple slices make for a yummy but not over indulgent dessert.
PUMPKIN PRESERVATION We’ve all seen the sad collapsed faces staring at us days before Halloween has even arrived. To keep your creation looking its best, you can spray with bleach or go the natural route with the following concoction: Combine two tablespoons of borax, eight ounces water, and forty drops of peppermint essential oil in a spray bottle. Shake to mix and spray the pumpkin inside and out. Try to keep your jack o’ lanterns out of direct sun light and avoid cleaning solutions that suggest apple cider vinegar as these may attract bugs.
THE SKINNY ON SEEDS While the goopy pumpkin innards are less than appetizing, the seeds actually make a yummy snack when prepared correctly. Start by scooping everything out and then separating the seeds. Clean them by rinsing in a colander and then give a good shake to dry. Spread the seeds on a baking sheet and roast at 300°F for thirty minutes to completely dry them out. Toss with olive oil and your seasonings of choice and then bake for an additional twenty minutes or until golden and crisp. There are some great options for flavors online such as buffalo, ranch, cinnamon sugar and taco. For a simple savory option, toss with two tablespoons of melted butter and one teaspoon seasoned salt per cup of seeds. CREATING YOUR DISPLAY Whether in their natural state or decorated to the nines, pumpkins are the quintessential fall focal point. When creating your design, use a variety of sizes, colors and textures for lots of cohesive visual interest. To keep things from looking flat add some height by bringing in potted plants, hay bales, lanterns, urns or wooden crates. You can also add some personalization by painting your family’s last initial or the street address on one or more of the pumpkins. Draw inspiration from design ideas on Pinterest and then throw your own spin on it. KRISTA EHRET
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Expansive clubhouse with fitness room and Wi-Fi café
Miles of nature trails, playground, large open spaces and neighborhood parks
Active community with planned events
Top-performing Hendersonville schools
Resort-style pool with a splash pad
Short commute to Nashville
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LIFESTYLE | Welcome Home
You’ll likely discover the perfect new home for your family’s lifestyle needs among the variety of home models and floor plans. Each home plan has been specifically designed for the community by our carefully selected group of highly-rated home builders in the greater Nashville area. Those include the following well-established local companies in the area:
DURHAM FARMS BUILDS COMMUNITY THROUGH CONVENIENCE AND CONNECTION BY TAYLER DAVIS
Even as the growth and development of Nashville promises a shiny new landscape of modern downtown living possibilities, we find our imagination traveling lately beyond the Nashville city limits. A short twenty-minute hop away - inviting us to explore and consider the lifestyle possibilities of the new Durham Farms community in Hendersonville. Durham Farms offers a relaxed small-town Tennessee lifestyle where you can feel connected to your neighbors. It’s a place where the top homebuilders of Nashville emphasize authenticity and individuality, with styles that complement the neighborhood for a true sense of place. At Durham Farms, you’ll live near acres of parks, open spaces, top-performing schools, shopping and more in the town of Hendersonville, voted one of America’s best small cities. And you’re always right on the doorstep of Nashville, with an easy commute into the downtown area and to all of the cultural and entertainment attractions that Music City has to offer. Your life at Durham Farms is designed for convenience and built around connections – to family, friends, neighborhoods, healthy living, nature, fun and all that fulfills us and brings us joy. It’s a natural built-in for the work-life balance that becomes possible when we put a little distance between us and the hustle and bustle of our work lives. 30 YOURSUMNER.COM | OCTOBER 2017
Lennar, (from the low $300,000s), David Weekley Homes and Drees Homes (from the mid $300,000s), Celebration Homes (from the high $300,000s) and Crescent Homes (from the mid $400,000). From an expansive clubhouse and fitness room, to the resort-style pool and miles of quiet walking trails, Durham Farms includes a long list of lifestyle amenities. Bringing neighbors together is at the heart of Durham Farms living. At the center of it all is The Hub, a gathering spot that includes a coffee-shop-style café, perfect for getting mornings started or meeting up with friends. And Wi-Fi lets residents connect with the world or catch up with their work.
One of the more unique features in the community is the sunny presence of Lifestyle Director, Lacey Edwards. She is on an everyday mission to build community by connecting residents through a variety of activities and events. In September, she held a block party to celebrate the first completed street in Durham Farms. The theme was Mexican Fiesta in honor of Hispanic Heritage month. Residents enjoyed live music from the San Rafael Band, a Mexican buffet dinner, a margarita bar and piñatas. In August, to celebrate National Dog Day, residents brought their furry friends to their “Barks & Brews” event. “Think of me as a cruise director on land,” she often jokes. “It’s such a fun and rewarding job. The residents at Durham Farms really bring the ‘front porch living’ mentality to life, and you can really feel it at every event.”
One of the more unique features in the community is the sunny presence of Lifestyle Director, Lacey Edwards. She is on an everyday mission to build community by connecting residents through a variety of activities and events.
pluses about Durham Farms for us. We wanted to downsize, we wanted a one level home, we wanted a smaller yard and we wanted an active type neighborhood where we could really get to meet and know our neighbors. It just seemed to be the answer we were looking for.” Mike and Judy will arrive just in time for the October 28th Harvest Fest event at Durham Farms which will be open to the general public and include live music and entertainment, a petting zoo and face painters. To further explore the Durham Farms community, would like a tour of the specialty homes on the property, or want to learn more about the October 28th Harvest Fest activity at Durham Farms, you are invited to visit our durhamfarmsliving. com site, or connect with Lacey Edwards (via email at lacey@mydurhamfarms.com) for all set-up and activities information.
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LIFESTYLE | Interior Thinking
That Wall Needs Some Attention BY ROBIN MEYER
Choosing a paint color for your walls can be a daunting task. Too many colors to choose from and how do you know if you’re going to like it when you see it on a big wall? What about wall coverings? You certainly don’t want what your mother had on her walls fifty years ago and when removing, tore the drywall off. I have good news for you. Choosing paint does not have to be painful and you no longer have to be fearful of wall coverings. Paint Selection and Trends Think about the other elements in the room. What kind of mood do you want to set? What finish do I want? Are there natural breaking points to stop one color and start another? Think about the flow of the colors. It’s a lot to reflect on, so be prepared to do some homework. If you are too busy and don’t trust your judgment, hire an interior designer to walk through the steps with you and show you examples. Painting a room is an affordable way to change the feel of a room, but painting the whole house is an investment so you want to make sure you get it right. Most of the premiere paint lines have programs on their sites or apps to help you visualize how a paint color will look in a room. I love the one Benjamin Moore has on their site, but I must warn you, colors don’t always appear as you see them on the screen. Always, always, do a paint sample on your wall or at least on a piece of poster board, and look at it for a few days in the room. Light makes a huge difference in how the color will appear so don’t skip this step. We all like to see what the newest fashions will be for the season. The same goes for paint. Paint companies will put out their color forecast every year. These are fun to look at and could inspire
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you to change a room color or even an accent wall. We will be seeing more rich, saturated colors, which is fun for accent walls, powder baths or dining rooms. I personally like the Affinity Color Collection from Benjamin Moore because it gives you a wide variety of colors and they feel current. Sherwin Williams has color collections reflective of various company styles, such as West Elm, Pottery Barn and HGTV. Wall Coverings We are seeing an explosion of wall coverings in the market. There are wonderful textures to choose from, such as, re-energized flocked paper, a reinvention of grass cloth, and an industrial flair with papers made to look like concrete, stone, metal and even cork. According to Monica Fox of MDC Wall (a source in which designers can get a variety of wall coverings), the industry is making more innovative and sustainable wall coverings. Well-known designer, Barclay Butera has put out a collection of prints on grass cloth and paper weaves. MDC has a collection called Restoration Elements, which has raised the bar for industrial looks. Their rich mylar backed and natural textures are so remarkable, they will have you perplexed on which ones to use. If you want to add a luxurious effect,
“Stella” velvet flocked by MDC Wall
Benjamin Moore, North Sea Green, gloss finish- accent wall. in rich warm neutral colors for your walls, choose the fresh look of flocked wall coverings that offer raised velvet-like patterns. I have clients often tell me that they don’t ever want to do wallpaper again. “It is too difficult to remove.” Not anymore, since todays wall coverings have non-woven backings. Chris Shannon, of Shannon Wallpaper and member of the Wall covering Installers Association (WIA), says, “Wall preparation is very important. You need a clean, dry, smooth surface while using a universal wallpaper primer or strippable adhesive. When prepped correctly, these papers can be pulled off in one sheet.” If you decide to use in an area of higher moisture, like a bathroom, make sure you prepare Stroheim “Roslyn: the walls with a mold flocked wall covering suppressor, like Kilz. Whether you choose to touch up a few small spaces or completely refinish every wall in your home, make sure to explore your options. Careful consideration and prep work will ensure you avoid costly mistakes and create the atmosphere that represents your own unique personality.
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COMMUNITY | In Your Backyard
Rainey’s Pumpkin Patch FOCUSING ON FAMILY
BY ANNA ROBERTSON HAM
It is the time of year to decorate the home with autumn inspirations. Pumpkins, gourds, corn stacks, mums - everything that brings the feeling of fall into our homes. The Rainey family knows the importance of bringing that feeling to everyone who is getting ready for the holiday season. Ben Rainey and his wife Michelle along with Ben’s father, Pat, run Rainey’s Pumpkin Patch during the fall months, bringing Sumner County residents everything they could want for their festive, home decor. The patch is located right off Nashville Pike in Gallatin, making it convenient for everyone to shop. The Rainey’s know how important it is to have family focused traditions, which is why their family wanted to bring the pumpkin patch and Christmas trees to the community. “Picking out a Christmas tree and carving pumpkins for Halloween have always been a part of family traditions for us,” explains Ben Rainey. “I wanted to have a place that families could come pick out their Christmas trees that felt like a true farm, but be more accessible for most. The goal was to always keep a traditional, family feel, almost as if you were on the farm, but we are right in the center of town. After a couple, successful years of Christmas trees and seeing the support we got from the community, it only made sense to have a pumpkin patch as well.” Born and raised in Gallatin, Ben works hard to give his community something they can’t find everywhere else. “We strive for our focus to be on the family. We try to incorporate new activities every year that are exciting for families and children to come and participate in, but without the cost. We only charge for the products that we offer. Everything else is free, including a hay maze, surrey rides and our petting zoo. Families will bring their children back multiple times a season just to let them play in the hay maze, or now our hay pit. Family is what it is all about for us,” says Ben. “The best part is our customers and their 34 YOURSUMNER.COM | OCTOBER 2017
families. We enjoy seeing our customers come back year after year. We set the pumpkin patch and the Christmas tree lot up to be a family tradition with a very traditional feel. Tradition is huge within our family, so it is nice to be able to contribute to other families’ traditions as well.” You can visit Rainey’s Pumpkin Patch this month daily from 9am to 7pm. Their Christmas tree lot will open November 24th. Rainey’s Pumpkin Patch 1355 Nashville Pike | Gallatin,TN 37066 615.294.9011 | facebook.com/raineyspumpkinpatch
Country Life or
Lakefront Livin’ BY KARI POWELL
Have you ever dreamed of having your own private getaway in the country or a home on the water? Luke Bryan says it best in his song, Huntin’ Fishin’ and Lovin’ Everyday. This is one of the reasons that so many people are flocking to Sumner County to invest in our vast range of landscape options. A day in the country or a day on the lake can relax your soul and feed your spirit. Due to its close commute to Nashville many families are choosing a little more elbow room from their neighbors or a funfilled lake life in Sumner County. A much needed escape from the vibrant Nashville night life and the bustling International airport can be found within a quick drive. Compared to the rest of the country, Sumner County offers a good quality of life at a reasonable cost of living. It is more important today to have a team of local experts to guide you through the different areas, coves, land, building sites and “hot” spots throughout our great county. Many of the hidden gems may never hit the market. This is where our teams connections with residents, builders, investors and local business owners comes into play, giving us a heads up for meeting our clients needs.
The Kari Powell Group is now officially providing boat rides to lake listings for qualified buyers. We know every twist and bend in these waters and can give you the information that you need that you will not find on Google Maps. If you are looking at buying land and building your dream home we have helped our clients throughout their building process and development of their land. Our knowledge of the building process and design will help make your experience enjoyable. Interested in getting your dream property in Sumner County or selling your home? Let us show you what our team has to offer to meet your buying, selling and investment needs. Owning a piece of Music City may not be as far out of reach as you think! Call Kevin Long (615-496-8400) with CMG Financial today to talk about your finance options on this or any other Luxury Home- or visit us online at www.kevinlong.net. If you’re thinking of buying, selling or investing in the Greater Nashville area, call me first. It would be my team’s pleasure to find you the perfect home or help you sell your unique property. It’s our passion. Start your search at KPGRealEstate.com.
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SOCIAL | Sumner County Home Tour
Photography by Haley Anthony Some of Gallatin’s most beautiful homes were open to the public for the sixth annual Home Tour of Sumner County. The yearly event gives participants a chance to get design ideas and see the work of some of the top custom builders in the area. Participants began at the Sumner County Tourism Center for refreshments before viewing participating homes in the communities of Fairview and Foxland Harbor and concluded with voting for their favorite home. Proceeds from the event went to the Sumner County Women’s Council of Realtors, Habitat for Humanity and Mary’s Magical Place. To learn more, visit wcr.org.
Martha Capps & Connie Angell
Suzanne Simon & Sonya Parry
Steve & Sheree McReynolds
Stacy Matheson & Norma Scott
Diana Lusby & Angie Thurman
Denise Huffines & Jan Vinson
Dawn Holloway & Shaun Lyons
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Kayli, Greg & Lisa Borchers
Ron Hart, Trey Pettis & Carrie Hart
Laurie & Brad Chittenden
Marcia Carlan & Janet DeSha
Mark & Michelle Koomer
Stan & Debbie Hardaway
Lindsay Custer & Gina Jones
Susan & David Sneed
Sara Affonso & Susie Campbell
Lynn Paulsen & Kalyn Nelson
Bob & Tara Wade
Darla & Aleya Brooks, Barbara White
MONTHLY | Socially Yours
Don’t Be a Ghoul at Halloween and Forget Your Manners! BY SHELLY ROBERTSON BIRDSONG AND EMILYPOST.COM
I can recall all too vividly as a child and young adult, gearing up for that oddest and most fun of holidays - Halloween. Despite some negativity and naysayers about its questionable background and meaning - I have come to believe, it truly is a rite of autumn and a fun and festive chance to dress up and be a little silly, even if only for an evening. And can’t we all use more of that? The trick-or-treat aspect however, can be a challenge in numerous ways, especially if you are in a high traffic neighborhood or are in charge of leading around your bevy of kiddos while they are after one thing and one thing only - CANDY!!! Halloween is a fun holiday for children, but it’s easy to get forget basic manners when there is so much sugar fueling the excitement. Here are manners to remember before you go trick-or-treating: Remind your little goblin not to be greedy; one piece of candy from each house is the general rule. And saying “thank you” is a must.
In terms of costumes, ghoulish makeup and army fatigues are acceptable. Guns and bustiers are better left at home. Speaking of guns - any form of threatening with your “fake” weaponry is a major no. Sadly, even more so in today’s violent society. But remember, parents won’t think it’s cute if you frighten their little ones - and to the older “kids,” adults also don’t appreciate the humor of you aiming your gun at them pretending to fire when you find out they have no more candy left. Yes, sadly, a true story. If you don’t like Halloween, you don’t have to participate. Either go out for the night or turn off your front lights. Parents will get the message, but some older kids might, too, so be prepared for possible “tricks.” If your area isn’t kid-friendly, it’s fine to pack up your brood and head to Grandma’s neighborhood or to your best friend’s block. Dumping off a carload of kids in an area where you don’t know anyone or haven’t been invited is definitely impolite - and possibly dangerous.
Masked teenagers at the door might seem ridiculous or even intimidating, but try to take it in stride and hand out some treats anyway. After all, Halloween is an occasion for teens to enjoy just as younger kids do. For many teens, it’s one of the last vestiges of childhood that they can still enjoy. Yes, it is fine to turn off the lights when you are ready to do so or (eekk) run out of candy early! So, remember - enjoy this spooky and fun filled night but don’t forget your manners and get “booed.”
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BUSINESS| Your Real Estate
TOP FIVE REASONS FALL IS A HOT SEASON FOR REAL ESTATE BY KARI POWELL
Although the real estate market never sleeps and 100 families are moving to the middle Tennessee area each day, the fall season is the second-best time of the year to sell your home for many reasons. Families have returned from summer vacations. Disneyworld and beach vacations are in the past and it’s time to hunker down with ball games from Friday night-lights to Saturdays in the south. Kids have started school and are back in a routine. Fall is a season of change, likewise many families are thinking of relocating before next year and want a new home for Christmas. Santa’s GPS and Amazon Prime needs to be able to find their new home. The hectic holiday season is not quite upon us yet. It’s time for campfires, jackets, string lights and solo cups with friends. The weather is still nice for home touring. Who doesn’t like a Sunday afternoon drive searching for the most vibrant colors bursting from Sugar Maple trees around Sumner County. Realtors are working hard to finish the year strong. Agents are hustling around like little elves preparing to find their clients that perfect home, and find a special place to hang their stockings! FIVE BEST TIPS TO GET YOUR HOME SOLD FAST
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If you’re thinking of selling your home, consider these tips to get the most amount of interest in your home and for top dollar. Clean up your yard. Take advantage of the sweater weather and clear up old vegetation around windows and walkways. Attract buyers with fall foliage curb appeal. Who doesn’t love bright yellow mums welcoming guests to your front door? If you have the right space, string lights are an instant feel good that will get an easy, “Awe…” from every woman. Do a little window dressing. Clean all your windows inside and out to make them glisten. Check your HVAC systems and replace your filters. For fresh smelling air for operable heating and cooling temperatures during showings and inspections. Our fall weather can feel like four seasons in a day. Get the fireplace ready for cool nights. Turn on the romantic and soothing flicker of a fire for showings. Everyone loves the idea of a relaxing evening by the fire. Make sure there are no cobwebs or dust surrounding the holiday focal point of the living room. KARI POWELL
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SOCIAL | Denim & Diamonds
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FEATURE | Your Charitable Self Mark your calendars for HolidayFest’s upcoming events! Here are a few happening soon!
OCT House on Haunted Hill Costume Party 21 October 21 | 7pm Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center 1017 Antebellum Circle | Hendersonville, TN This is the first ever House on Haunted Hill Costume Party with a DJ and prize for Best Costume and benefiting the Salvus Center.
NOV Garlands & Glitter Fashion Show 3 November 3 | 5pm Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club 550 Johnny Cash Pkwy | Hendersonville, TN Enjoy an evening of fashion and fun at the annual fashion show event with live entertainment and fashions by Dillard’s! Presented by Newcomers and Community Club of Sumner County and benefiting Sumner Teen Center.
NOV Bark Avenue’s Canine Pageant 12 Cutie November 12 | 2pm Our Lady of the Lake Church 1729 Stop 30 Road | Hendersonville, TN Enter your furry friend in Bark Avenue Grooming & Boutique’s Best Pet of Sumner County “Canine Cutie Pageant”! This fun event benefits the Senior Center of Hendersonville.
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Every October, we feature outstanding individuals in our community that are giving of their time, resources and talents, always striving to build up nonprofit organizations and assist those in need. Get inspired by these generous individuals in our community and see how you might be able to help out too!
HURRICANE RELIEF It has been devastating to see the round of hurricanes that have come through and hurt families, destroyed homes, businesses and so much more all around the country and the world this season. If you are looking for ways to lend your help, below are a list of organizations accepting goods and financial assistance- rated by CharityWatch, so you can be sure you are giving to a legitimate and effective charity. Check that it has been rated or accredited by an organization like Charity Navigator, CharityWatch or the Better Business Bureau (these sites may not cover the smaller, community-based charitable organizations).
CHARITIES ACCEPTING DONATIONS FOR HURRICANE RELIEF HURRICANE HARVEY RELIEF: ° All Hands Volunteers ° AmeriCares Foundation (Focuses on medical aid and health care) ° Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee ° Feeding Texas ° Global Giving (Nonprofit which connects donors with grassroots projects) ° Greater Houston Community Foundation ° Houston Humane Society ° Portlight (Aid for elderly and disabled) ° Texas Diaper Bank ° United Way of Greater Houston HURRICANE IRMA RELIEF: ° International Medical Corps ° International Relief Teams
° Good360 ° Catholic Relief Services ° Episcopal Relief & Development ° Mercy Corps ° Partners in Health ° Team Rubicon HURRICANE MARIA RELIEF: ° All Hands Volunteers ° Catholic Relief Services ° Direct Relief & Direct Relief Foundation ° Operation USA ° Samaritan’s Purse ° Save the Children ° World Vision
FEATURE | Your Charitable Self
JESSICA MEYER For many, giving back involves giving to charities and organizations that are close to your heart. This is the same for Jessica Meyer. Just a teenager, she has been volunteering for the past four years with organizations that have helped her. Each of these organizations help children battling cancer or other life threatening illnesses. “I was the eleven-year-old pediatric brain cancer patient. I am now a threeyear cancer survivor. That is why I am a warrior advocating for survivorship,” Jessica explains. “I feel like I need to do whatever I possibly can to reach out in the community to support cancer fighting super heroes. Everyone deserves to have a chance at life. But not everyone gets that chance. I know that I am one of the lucky ones. I don’t
JIM HAWKINS Jim Hawkins is an attorney for his fulltime job, but that does not keep him from spending time giving back to his community. The organizations he is involved with are Habitat for Humanity of Sumner County, Troop 407 - Boy Scouts and Sumner County Adult Education Advisory Committee. He is also a member of Gallatin First United Methodist Church and serves there as adult Sunday school teacher, the Gallatin Rotary Club where he serves as a committee chair, and the Sumner County Board of Education. In the past, he has also been involved with Children Are People, United Way of Sumner County, Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands, Duke University School of Law Alumni, Peabody
know why, I just am. By doing this, it will mean that other children with cancer in our community will get to enjoy what life has to offer so they could be the lucky ones as well. I think cancer fighting kids are super heroes because they are so strong. Well, these super heroes are the focus of my mission for volunteering with these organizations. I would like to thank Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, Make-A-Wish, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital, Women Survivor Alliance, Rally for Kids with Cancer, Extra Life, Special Spaces, Survivorville and New Focus Daily! To all of these organizations, thank you so much for supporting these super heroes!” “My focus with my ‘Positively Jessica’ mission is to educate and inspire others about children battling cancer,” she says. “Pediatric cancer only receives four percent of the cancer research dollars. My future
hopes are that we can end pediatric cancer. We need to do this by supporting the children and their families during their cancer battle. We need to support the hospitals, doctors and nurses treating them. We need to find cures. We MUST help to increase pediatric cancer research funding. Only dedicating 4 percent of cancer research fundings will not help make the changes that are needed.” “Being around cancer fight kids and watching them be such warriors touches my heart each and every single time. They are truly super heroes,” she says. She truly finds inspiration daily with those that she has had the opportunity to work with and help. One of Jessica’s favorite quotes is from “Fight Like A Girl” and reads: Support the Fighters, Admire the Survivors, Honor the Taken, And Never, Ever Give Up Hope!
GIVING CAN BEGIN AT ANY AGE College of Vanderbilt University, Centre College of Kentucky Alumni, American Lung Association Running Club and Sumner Striders Running Club. Giving back to the community is a strong part of Jim’s life. “As a Christian, it means showing God’s love for us through our love for others, which is a value shared among many religions,” he says. “Sharing my service spirit - which I inherited from my parents, James W. and Betty Hawkins - with my wife Betsy and our three children Rachel, Jim and Caryn,” Jim says. “I enjoy working with others to help individuals and families to address life problems and encourage hope, health, peace and justice.”
“Nonprofit organizations are made stronger through transparency, two-way communication, and sharing of best practices rather than working in a ‘silo mentality.’” Jim knows that he lives in a community that has a strong sense of giving back. He feels that it is what helps create and further the successes of nonprofits. “Sumner County citizens share a sense of connection and community through an appreciation of history coupled with hope for the future,” says Jim. “Love and kindness are the most powerful forces in our lives, and we are called to live guided by faith, not by fear.”
“Sometimes nonprofit organizations don’t realize that there are people and groups waiting to help if they are asked - so, it’s important to raise your head and reach out and make the ask,” he explains.
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FEATURE | Your Charitable Self
MICHELLE DEVLIN Michelle Devlin is a leader in her community and a strong advocate for breastfeeding. She is a Leader of La Leche League USA and La Leche League of Portland, TN, which strive to provide support, encouragement, information and education to families wishing to breastfeed, chest feed, or provide human milk to their babies. “Helping others achieve success and create a special bond with their babies that provides so many irreplaceable benefits! This work makes a huge impact on our next generation, especially in regard to health,” explains Michelle. “Support is a key factor in whether or not parents are able to meet their infant feeding goals and I am proud to provide knowledge and resources to help them get there.”
PAM TELLER Pam Teller is working hard to make the world a sweeter place. She is the owner of Nothing Bundt Cakes here and not only is she providing the community sweet treats to enjoy, but she and her company support many causes in the community, including raising funds for Sumner County schools, hospitals and organizations. Pam has many reasons for why she gives so much to her community, one being the loss of her husband who passed away from a long battle with cancer just a few years ago. “We spent many, many months in treatment centers, hospitals and doctor offices,” Pam explains. “During that time, I began looking for a business opportunity that would bring joy and happiness into
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Like many, she struggles with all she wishes to accomplish. “There seems to never be enough time or money to do all the things I would like to accomplish,” she says. “A nonprofit has unlimited potential for achieving its mission as long as there are good ideas, willing hands and resources to tap. The latter two can be needles in a haystack at times, but La Leche League has found great support in Sumner County and we’ve been able to accomplish quite a lot since founding a group here!” Giving back means so much to Michelle and continuing the work of those before her and making sure that what she benefited from can continue and expand to benefit even more people. “It also gives me the opportunity to share my expertise and time with those who contribute other unique talents and skills to the community that I may be benefiting from as
well. Together we build a stronger community where many needs can be met,” she says. Seeing what is taking place with the help they provide to La Leche League makes the journey so much more for Michelle. “Having a family come back with their next baby or with a friend or family member who has had a baby - you know you really made a difference when they keep coming back and sharing their experiences with other families,” she says. Michelle hopes that others in the community get more involved with nonprofit organizations that are close to their hearts. “Sumner County is rapidly expanding and evolving. Many young families are taking root here and can benefit from services nonprofits provide. In turn, they can also volunteer and continue to expand Sumner County’s offerings,” Michelle says.
STRIVING TO PROVIDE SUPPORT
my world. I found just the thing I was looking for with Nothing Bundt Cakes. We opened our bakery in February 2016 with the purpose of making the world a sweeter place.”
In all the ways you can, In all the places you can, At all the times you can, To all the people you can, As long as you ever can.’”
Pam strives daily to make a difference with Nothing Bundt Cakes. “Our mission begins with a servant’s heart, make a genuine connection with our guest who are part of the community and have the spirit of a champion who believes we can make a difference in our community through our bakery,” she says. “Giving back to the community is how we show our sincere gratitude and appreciation to the community who supports our bakery by purchasing our cakes and gifts.” Pam says, “We have a belief in our bakery which John Wesley says best: ‘Do all the good you can, By all the means you can,
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FEATURE | Your Charitable Self
PJ DAVIS PJ Davis has served the Gallatin Shalom Zone for ten years and is the Executive Director. “The Mission of the Shalom Zone is to empower and enrich the lives of individuals and families in our diverse community by providing meaningful assistance and quality programs,” explains PJ. “We are located in the old Union High School on Small Street in Gallatin, which we own. We are not a typical nonprofit: Our model is significantly different in that we provide below-market rent to thirteen nonprofits (including a Head Start), all in one location. The agencies also share common space to better serve the community. In addition to owning and operating the building, the Shalom Zone has its own premier programs that are designed to serve individuals who want to make positive life changes. Our model has always been to engage people and teach them so they can
SARIAH HOPKINS Sariah Hopkins is making a huge difference in many lives - mainly those of the four-legged kind. Sariah is the Founder and Executive Director of Safe Harbor Equine and Livestock Sanctuary, which became a 501©3 in September of 2013. Safe Harbor provides a safe, nurturing and healing environment with a special focus on animals requiring critical care. “We will adopt out rehabilitated animals and provide a caring sanctuary for the animals that have ongoing needs. We will provide a safe environment to help people with personal, mental and psychological challenges better their lives through quality interaction with rescued equine and farm animals. We seek to educate the public about responsible ownership and the dignity of all life,” explains Sariah. “In plain English, we work with local law enforcement and animal control agencies to rehabilitate, retrain and
improve their lives. If you are part of the Shalom Zone programs, we ask that you also ‘give back, not just to Shalom, but also to our community.’” PJ enjoys witnessing the changes through the work done at the Shalom Zone. “It is exciting to see that people are changing their lives for the better, and for me to see all the people we are touching with positive influence. One thing I especially love is that every day is different: For example, a typical day could include a child working on homework, an adult learning to read, or someone looking for a job in our computer lab,” she says. “The most fulfilling moments are those I spend with the people we serve and watching them grow as adults or children into productive citizens who can give back to our community. There are so many special moments, such as watching our summer camp kids plant a tree, read a book to someone younger, learn Spanish, have the opportunity to be in a music-teaching program, learn to add and
subtract money, or eat a food, like broccoli, that they’ve never tried before. All of this is being done by caring people who have given children an opportunity to grow into a better person.” “Giving back to our community means being totally immersed in our great city and county. Living and working here gives individuals the opportunity to be a part of all the wonderful events our community has to offer. I am involved with Rotary and my church, and I love to help other organizations and nonprofits with their board development. I also work with educating agencies on how to implement best practices and be accountable to the community they serve,” explains PJ. “There is a role for everyone to be able to give back - you have to find the right fit for your lifestyle and that fit must be your passion. Opportunities could include mentoring or reading to a child, or serving on a committee. There are so many great nonprofits where a volunteer can utilize their gifts.”
EMPOWERING AND ENRICHING LIVES re-home horses and livestock animals that have been neglected or abused - but that is just the tip of our proverbial iceberg. We are actively engaged in our community doing outreach with kids in foster care and adults who are suffering with anxiety, addition and other disorders. There is magic that happens when we mix people in need with horses in recovery, and we have the opportunity to create that magic.” Sariah faces many of the same challenges as every other nonprofit. “At any given time, Safe Harbor has approximately twenty-five horses available for adoption and fifty total in care,” she explains. “Funding is a HUGE challenge. We are completely donation supported and receive no government funding. There are limited resources for equine organizations and horses eat a lot. We have to be very cautious in managing our herd of horses, goats and whatever else enters our doors so we have the resources to feed and train them, and do rescue responsibly.
In our hearts we want to save everyone, but we know that it is not a realistic or practical goal, so we are constantly in a balance between our heads and our hearts.” Sariah knows that the key to success is education and offering hands on experience. “We were able to host a group of foster youth including a young girl who has suffered physical abuse beyond what most of us can imagine. She was so bright and alert petting and brushing the horses and just loved being with them. When we let her get on a horse to ride, she became terrified (even though she wanted to try), and was literally shaking like a leaf. I watched this child fight to conquer her fear to take steps forward sitting on the horse. It may have been just three little steps, but the amount of personal fear she had to overcome to take those three steps showed a courage to overcome that will help her for her entire life. She was so proud of herself, and we were so proud of her,” she says.
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COMMUNITY | Days Gone By
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October has always been my favorite of months. Football is getting into full swing while baseball playoffs are beginning. “Go VOLS!” can regularly be heard on most Saturdays around our house. The best part of October is that when everyone is tired of the heat and humidity, cooler temps slide in from the north making it enjoyable to be outdoors again. And with those coolers temps come bonfires, s’mores and good times with friends and family.
check on him. They looked around and no one was there. He too, had disappeared.
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As a child, one of my favorite things to do around a bonfire was to tell or listen to ghost stories. I can remember my dad telling me about stories he had heard from his brothers and friends. Three of them that stick out in my mind were stories of events and happenings right here in Sumner County. CEMETERY SIGHT My father, Wayne Baker, lived next to the city cemetery in Gallatin. In 1963 or 1964 two of his brothers, Billy and Frankie, were out playing near the cemetery. It was a dark, warm, summer evening, and an oval shaped, translucent object came out from behind some tall hedges. It floated about two feet above the ground for about twenty yards. Then it went behind a nearby tree and landed. His brothers were both terrified and ran home scared. STORMY NIGHT Around 1950, my father’s step-grandfather, Winford Wilson, and some friends were out coon hunting on a farm in Sumner County near Gallatin. It was late in the night and a bad thunderstorm was approaching. They decided to take shelter in an old corn crib
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till the storm passed. During one flash of lightning they saw the figure of a man who had passed away years before. He was standing right there in the doorway of the crib. When the lightning flashed again, he had vanished into thin air. DRIVEN TO FEAR Sam Walker and his father-in-law, Billy Scruggs, were traveling through Bugg Hollow one night. From the side of the road, a man stepped out in front of their truck. They didn’t have time to stop and they ran right over him with a thud. Knowing the man would certainly be seriously injured or dead they quickly got out of the truck to
PALACE THEATER There are several historic properties in Sumner County that have a history of being haunted, but for now let’s focus on The Palace Theater. It is located right in the heart of Gallatin’s downtown square. The theater is managed by Greater Gallatin’s director, Donna Belote, who shared some of the Palace’s spooky stories with me and the “friendly haunting.” AUDIENCE OF ONE? Years ago, Rodney Martin ran the projector at the Palace. One evening he was alone on the theater side. When the projector was ready, he headed down for a test run and sat in the back row of the theater. As the movie was playing he said that he heard what sounded like gobstoppers (a popular candy) hit the floor and rolled all the way down to the front of the theater, yet there was no one else with him.
NO SMOKING Around year 2000, Charlie Belote was adjusting the focus on the projector when he felt someone’s presence. He looked up and saw the figure of a man smoking a cigar. Not only could he see the man, he could also smell the cigar smoke. A few moments later, he disappeared. Now it is known that the man who built and owned the theater was Mr. Roth, who by chance also smoked cigars. Mr. Roth was the owner of the Palace from 1913 until 1993, so to Donna Belote it makes sense that he would still have a presence in the theater. She also stated that Mr. Roth’s daughter had died before the theater was finished in 1913.
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PHANTOM FLUSH This is the funniest story of the bunch. An employee from a company that came and regularly cleaned the Palace was there one day cleaning the restrooms. While he was doing so, the water in the sinks in the ladies’ room began running. He went over to ask Donna who else was in the building and she assured him that no one was. He went back to finish cleaning and the toilet flushed on its own. Donna says that the man left and no one from that company has returned since. TEMPER TANTRUM “There is one man who would disagree with the haunting being friendly,” Donna says. Roy Dycuss was going up the spiral staircase on day when he says that someone or something tried to push him off of that staircase. He also stated that a clipboard was thrown at him while sitting in one of the rows and that there was no one behind him. Needless to say, Roy will not return to the theater side of the Palace. These stories caught the attention of local ghost hunters, the Tennessee Wraith Chasers, who came out and spent a night inside the Palace. While they were there, several odd things happened. There is a garage door that is located at the rear of the theater. There are metal handles and locks that can only be accessed from inside the Palace. Both handles began shaking and sprung open with no one around. A large stack of chairs came crashing down on the floor and a roll of tape mysteriously rolled down an aisle. So the next time you are at the Palace, keep your eyes, ears and nose open. There are plenty of other stories about other historic properties around Sumner County, but we will have to save those for another time. To learn more stories about Gallatin’s haunted square, check out the Gallatin Ghost Walk Facebook page. Tours are select weekends in October.
LIFESTYLE | Pours & Palates
More than just Hot Chicken T’S HOT CHICKEN SHACK BY ANNA ROBERTSON HAM
Gallatin has a place with the best hot chicken around. T’s Hot Chicken Shack opened up around seven months ago and bring the heat to hot chicken lovers of Sumner County. But, that isn’t all they offer - they have barbecue, burgers, beef brisket, catfish, nachos, soft tacos and so much more. Owners and operators, Tammy and Scott Vineyard, wanted to bring Sumner County a place that doesn’t just bring burn, but brings flavor too. Not only that, they wanted to give back to their community and the nonprofit organizations they love. That is why they have giving days quarterly where a portion of the restaurant’s proceeds benefit a local charity that is close to their hearts. Recent beneficiaries include the Sumner County Food Bank, CAP Inc. “Children Are People,” United Way of Sumner County, Shalom Zone in Gallatin, Shop with a Cop and Firefighter, Gallatin Day Care Center and Habitat for Humanity of Sumner County. They also offer catering and provide discount catering for nonprofit events. Tammy and Scott, along with fellow owners, Scott Summers and Bob Summers, have big hearts and want the business to not only feed the community but also feed the need for donations and awareness to charities. I enjoyed a tasting experience and the sweet heat offered at T’s Hot Chicken Shack recently and learned about the love and passion that goes into their recipes and creations. Tammy and Scott really have a focus to bring hungry folks a variety of tasty foods, not just a few menu items. Not to mention five levels of heat: Once Upon a Time in Tennessee, The Hot T, The Nashville Burn, The Shack Nightmare and then the really HOT one - You Asked For It. I was too afraid to try an entire chicken tender of You Asked For It, but my brave brother-in-law, Johnny Birdsong, was not bashful about his appreciation for it. In addition to the various heat levels, diners also get a variety of hand crafted BBQ sauces to choose from: Hot Nashville, Tangy Carolina Vinegar, Sweet Georgia Peach, Sweet Rocky Mountain Raspberry, Sweet & Smokey Kansas City Style, Bold & Spicy Texas Style, Sweet & Spicy Memphis Style, Tennessee Whiskey Sweet Sauce and Alabama White Sauce. All of your bases are covered depending on what you crave. Here are a few I got to try out: First up, I tasted the house specialty Hot Chicken Plate with a heat level of The Hot T. This was what hot chicken is all about for me. I enjoy the flavor and Scott has perfected The Hot T to be a perfect balance of sweet heat. It is a great go-to for first time hot chicken eaters too. Starting sweet and ending with a little hot tingle, it was a great balance. The two giant 46 YOURSUMNER.COM | OCTOBER 2017
tenders are served over bread and I had macaroni (topped with barbecue sauce!) and green beans on the side. Next, I tried one of the largest burgers I have had - the Jumbo Burger. This is over a half pound of seasoned meat with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, mayo, mustard and ketchup. You can also add cheese and bacon as well as have it Hot Nashville Style with your chosen level of burn and coleslaw on top. After that, I sampled the three Catfish Tacos. These were served with the potato salad, which also has a little hint of spice with some barbecue sauce in the mix. The catfish was cooked perfectly! I loved how the batter was light and crisp with great flavor. They are served on soft tacos and topped with crunchy, fresh lettuce and tomatoes and, of course, some barbecue drizzle! I can say that this will be a place I stop by to grab a bite any time I can. I loved the variety of food, which will quench just about any craving. I also really enjoyed the owners. Tammy and Scott do it all from taking the orders to cooking the food and they keep a smile on their faces the entire time. Not to mention, the food was very tasty! I can’t wait to see what other additions they will add to the menu and new sauce flavors they will come up with. I encourage you to go try out T’s Hot Chicken Shack for yourself! T’S HOT CHICKEN SHACK
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LIFESTYLE | A Spirited Conversation
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LIFESTYLE | Eat, Drink & Be Merry
Slow Down with Slow Cooking
BY WHITNEY MILLER
Fall for me is a time to slow down and enjoy the changing of seasons. Lush greens transition into vibrant burnt orange and crimson red. Breezy, cool nights call for outdoor activities including bonfires, corn hole and pumpkin picking. The cooler temperatures also have me craving warm, comfort foods such as stews, chilis and soups. When I want more time to spend with my family and less time spent in the kitchen, I pull out my slow cooker. All I have to do is the prep work and it cooks my meals for me. One of my favorite slow cooker recipes, pot roast, gets a makeover. This is not your grandmother’s pot roast. By cutting a large chuck roast into individual roasts, it cuts down the cooking time and gives an appearance of short ribs. The roasts can be served over mashed potatoes, rice or grits. My favorite being my creamy Pumpkin Parmesan Grits. A slow cooker isn’t the only slow cooking device. My other favorite slow cooking method is sous vide. With sous vide cooking, it cooks vegetables, meats, etc., at their perfect temperature. A pro for novice cooks is that you can not overcook your food. This is a pro for experienced cooks too especially if you are a mom like me and can get distracted. Have fun experimenting with sous vide cooking and enjoy my caramel apple “pie” recipe!
Individual Braised Beef Roast with Pumpkin Parmesan Grits 1 ½ Tablespoons coconut or canola oil 2-pound chuck roast 1 Tablespoon fine sea salt ¼ teaspoon fine ground black pepper 1 small yellow onion, roughly chopped 2 celery ribs, roughly chopped 4 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
½ cup julienned sun-dried tomatoes 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 Tablespoon soy sauce 1 ¼ cups beef stock Pumpkin Parmesan Grits (see recipe below)
Preheat a slow cooker on low heat. Cut the chuck roast in three equal portions. Using kitchen twine, tie a piece around each portion to hold their rectangle shape. Season each chuck roast with the salt and pepper. Heat the 1 Tablespoon oil in a medium cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chuck roasts to the skillet. Brown all sides of the roasts and then transfer to the slow cooker. Reduce the heat of the skillet to medium heat. Add the onion and celery. Cook for 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for a minute. Add in the sun-dried tomato, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce and beef stock to the slow cooker. Add the cooked vegetables. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours. Transfer the roasts to a plate. Strain the sauce over a wire mesh strainer into a large bowl. Pressing the vegetables against the strainer to extract as much sauce as possible. Spoon the top layer of fat off from the sauce. To serve, spoon some of the grits into shallow bowls or plates. Place each roast on top of the grits. Lastly, ladle the sauce over the top. Serves 3
Pumpkin Parmesan Grits 1 ¾ cups water ¼ cup heavy cream ¼ cup whole milk ½ cups quick cooking stone ground grits 1 teaspoon fine sea salt ½ cup fresh pumpkin purée* 2 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Add the water and heavy cream to a medium sauce pan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, immediately remove from the heat to prevent scorching the cream. Stir in the grits and ½ teaspoon salt. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook the grits according to the package directions. *To make the pumpkin purée, preheat an oven to 400°F. Halve a small pie pumpkin and place the cut sides face down on a baking sheet. Bake for about 45 minutes or until soft. Remove the seeds and discard. Scoop the pulp from the pumpkin halves and transfer to a food processor. Process until smooth.
Sous Vide Caramel Apple “Pie” Apples 4 small Granny Smith apples, cored (not peeled) 2 Tablespoons lemon juice 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter, softened ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon 4 teaspoons light brown sugar Caramel Sauce 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk Pecan Crumble Topping ½ cup all-purpose flour ¼ cup plus 1 Tablespoon light brown sugar 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon 3 Tablespoons chilled unsalted butter ½ cup chopped pecans Vanilla ice cream, optional, for serving Fill with water and set sous vide cooker to 183°F. To make the caramel sauce, pour the condensed milk into a small (quart) cooking pouch or reseal able bag, evacuate as much air as possible from the pouch with your hands, and seal. Submerge the pouch in the water bath and cook for 6 ½ hours or even overnight. If not using right away, quick chill the pouch in an ice water bath and refrigerate.
inside of each apple and stuffing it well. Put apples, 2 per pouch, into small (quart) pouches or reseal able bags and vacuum seal tightly. Submerge the pouches in the water bath, being sure the apples remain fully beneath the water surface throughout cooking, and cook for 1 ½ hours. Reheat the caramel sauce in its pouch alongside the apples in the last half hour of cooking.
To cook the apples, pour ½ Tablespoon of the lemon juice into the middle of each cored apple, swirling to coat the inside of the apple.
Meanwhile, preheat an oven to 350°F. To prepare the topping, mix the flour, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon together in a small bowl.
In a small bowl, combine the butter, cinnamon and brown sugar.
Using two forks or a pastry cutter, cut the butter into the flour mixture until the mixture resembles wet sand. Stir in the pecans.
Divide the butter mixture evenly among the apples, rubbing the mixture all around the WHITNEY MILLER
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Pour the crumble mixture on a baking sheet and bake for 17 minutes or until golden brown. To serve, transfer the apples from the pouch to dessert bowls, top each with a few spoonfuls of the pecan crumble topping, and drizzle with the caramel sauce. If desired, serve with a scoop of ice cream. Serves 4
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BUSINESS | It’s Your Business
Dancing to a Local Beat with Smartt Steps Shauna Smartt-Hopkins has always had dancing on her mind. She said she would do what she loved for a living and here she is twenty years later, still living out her greatest passion – dance! Shauna is the owner and director at Hendersonville dance studio, Smartt Steps. She feels it is so important to give back to the next generation and teach this art form that her mentor Jody Corley gave to her. “I was trained from the best and learned early on, dance was so much more than just ‘dance steps,’” says Shauna. “It has truly changed, and in a lot of ways, saved my life. Dance teaches discipline, dedication, hard work, self-confidence and grace. All these things have helped mold me into the person I am today and I couldn’t be more grateful.” Shauna knew early on that she wanted to continue what Jody started. “I remember I started student teaching in high school and got certified through Jody’s program and became a teacher my junior year. I absolutely fell in love with teaching.” Shauna also started getting more professional jobs in high school and found out that she had a huge love for the stage and that performance world as well. The summer after Shauna graduated high school Corley took her to Chicago where she took intensive tests and got another certification through Chicago National Association of Dance Masters. She continued her dance training at the University of Memphis, graduating Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Theatre and Dance. Shauna was a four-year member of their touring dance company and was the only freshman to receive the prestigious Hohenberg Scholarship, awarded to the student who showed the most potential as a professional dancer. Since graduating college, she has performed in industrial shows, choreographed live stage shows and in music videos, even working with Garth Brooks. Her dance training did not stop there, she also has a strong theatrical background and has choreographed for both community and professional theaters. Locally, Shauna has taught for Volunteer State Community College, as well as advanced classes for Columbia State’s Commercial Entertainment program. Continuing that dancing to a local beat, she currently teaches dance teams for
T.W. Hunter, Hendersonville High School, Gallatin High School and Pope John Paul II High School. Shauna believes in training a dancer to be versatile so that they can have a dance career in whatever venue they choose. It is this amazing training they receive from Shauna and her staff that have her dancers in Broadway shows, as Rockettes, NFL cheerleaders, college companies and dance teams, professional dance companies. At Smartt Steps, Shauna says, “We are more than just a dance studio, we are truly family.” A family stands together through the good and the bad, and Smartt Steps indeed suffered a huge loss together when pre-school director and Shauna’s youngest sister, Ashley Smartt passed away Easter Sunday 2015. “I knew when I lost my sister that I could never do this without her, and I don’t. There is not a day that goes by that we don’t feel her beautiful spirit dancing beside us every step of the way. We will forever sport our Team Ash and Fight Like A Dancer attire, and we will forever dance for Ashley.” Shauna is so proud of the talented staff that make up Smartt Steps. Her middle Smartt sister, Andrea Nutter, is the studio’s Ballet Director and Assistant Director. “We are always known for our technique, and I contribute our strong emphasis in our ballet training for that,” says Shauna. “I may be a little biased but we have the best ballet instructor around.” Smartt Steps Dance Studio provides dancers of all ages an encouraging environment where they are given the opportunity to grow and excel in their dance education. There are numerous hard-working instructors devoted to providing the best training to their dancers. With an array of classes available, you will find any class your child would like to be part of. Classes available include ballet, tap, tumbling, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, musical theatre, contemporary and even extra technique classes for those dancers that want to strengthen their abilities. Come see why they are voted Sumner County’s Best Dance Studio year after year and see for yourselves what all the Smartt Steps hype is truly all about. Smartt Steps 225 Molly Walton Drive Hendersonville, Tennessee 37075 615.824.7400 smarttstepper@gmail.com smarttsteps.com
BUSINESS | We’re in the Money
IT IS TIME TO GIVE BY JONATHAN WALKER
The recent destruction from hurricanes has focused my attention on the importance of philanthropy. As a financial planner, I am constantly astonished at the generosity of others. Amazingly, even at a time when Americans seem so divided politically, the American spirit proves to be alive and well when tragedy strikes. Here are five ways you might consider investing in others: 1. Give your time. Find a cause you cherish and consider donating your time. There are many local causes where you can volunteer to serve meals to the homeless and hurting. If you love animals, volunteer to work at a no-kill shelter. Volunteerism helps underfunded agencies stretch their budgets. 2. Share your skill set. I have a friend whose father is a dentist. Each year they travel to Honduras, providing free dental services. I have clients who work for companies that offer their employees paid-timeoff hours that can only be used for volunteering. If you’re a business owner, consider adopting a cause you and your employees believe in, and find a way for your business to show you care. 3. Give monetary. The giving of money is what helps most charitable organizations to remain viable. If you can give financially, then please do. Remember, contrary to popular belief, most not-for-profit organizations are funded by small contributions, not large ones. A little goes a long way. 4. Start your own cause. This isn’t as hard as it might seem; if you have a cause that is important to you - take action and start your own foundation. You could be the driving force that starts a movement. 5. Giving benefits the giver. Regardless of how you give, donations to organizations that offer help to those in need, benefit the giver. There is a spiritual component that materializes when donating to a cause that is others centered. It gives purpose and hope on both sides of the gift. In all my years as a financial planner, I have never met a client who experienced real financial hardship due to supporting a worthy cause. I hope this article helps you or at least provokes you to examine if you are investing in others. Please 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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Ribbon Cuttings Congratulations to these new Sumner County businesses and Chamber members!
Alexander Funeral Home 584 Nashville Pike Gallatin, TN 37066
American Legion Post 17 1140 South Water Avenue Gallatin, TN 37066
Hawthorne Hill State Historic Site 495 Old Highway 25 East Castalian Springs, TN 37031
HighPoint Surgical Associates 300 Steam Plant Road Suite 400B Gallatin, TN 37066
Mooney’s Automotive Repair + Performance 128 E Schell Street Gallatin, TN 37066
Portland Fire Department Station 2 & Sumner EMS Station 6 924 S Broadway Portland, TN 37148
RightCare Wellness + Aesthetics 323 Steam Plant Gallatin, TN 37066
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Welch College 1045 Bison Trail Gallatin, TN 37066
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YOUNG DANCERS FROM SUMNER COUNTY PERFORMED IN NASHVILLE BALLET’S THE SLEEPING BEAUTY Two young dancers from Sumner County were selected to perform in Nashville Ballet’s The Sleeping Beauty which ran September 23rd and 24th at TPAC. The young dancers from Sumner County were Olivia McDaniel and Chloe McGill. Members of The Sleeping Beauty youth cast come from seven counties in middle Tennessee. The youth cast performed alongside all fifty-three members of Nashville Ballet’s professional company and second company as well as sixty musicians from the Nashville Symphony. Nashville Ballet and the second company, NB2 (a pre-professional training company), provide more than 70,000 arts experiences to adults and children annually through season performances and its Community Engagement programming. Curriculum-based Community Engagement programs bring dance education to community centers, colleges, public libraries and public elementary, middle and high schools across the state. School of Nashville Ballet brings world-class dance instruction to students age two to seventy. For more, visit nashvilleballet.com. DOLLAR GENERAL AND KELLOGG’S PARTNER TO LAUNCH THE HERE’S MY STORY CAMPAIGN DURING NATIONAL LITERACY In celebration of National Literacy Month in September, Dollar General (NYSE: DG) and Kellogg’s (NYSE: K) partnered on a new Here’s My Story campaign aimed at sharing customers’ personalized literacy and education advancements stories through programs funded by the Dollar General Literacy Foundation. Through late October, exclusive packages of Kellogg’s cereals and Cheez-It® crackers will feature heartwarming stories and show the positive impact literacy efforts have made to adult and youth learners. In collaboration with educational partners, the National Center for Families Learning and FiftyForward, the campaign highlights family literacy and youth literacy stories in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and Nashville, Tennessee. The Dollar General Literacy Foundation is celebrating over twenty-four years of helping individuals learn to read, prepare for the GED, or learn English. Learn more about Dollar General at dollargeneral.com. PHARMACY OWNER NAMED 2017 TSBDC RISING STAR The Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at Volunteer State Community College has awarded Andrew Finney of Perkins Drugs the 2017 Rising Star Award. The Gallatin pharmacy has also been honored as the Small Business Administration (SBA) Tennessee Rural Owned Business of the Year. The announcements came during a reception at the college. The Rising Star Award goes to a small business that has had great success utilizing TSBDC resources. Finney became co-owner of the pharmacy, along with Tennessee State Senator Ferrell Haile and Sam Rickman, in 2009. In 2012, he became the full owner and has since grown the business by thirty percent, hired multiple employees and is currently building a second location in Gallatin. Andrew graduated from Vol State in 2000 with an associate of science degree. He serves on the Foundation Board of Trustees. Volunteer State Community College has more than ninety programs of study and offers two-year degrees, certificates and paths to university transfer. Continuing Education and Workforce Development extends the college mission to the entire community. For more information, visit volstate.edu.
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THE NATCHEZ TRACE PARKWAY
BY CATHERINE ROYKA
Your next fall day or weekend trip is just a drive away. There’s no better place to be this autumn than the Natchez Trace Parkway. This incredibly scenic and historic stretch of 444-mile road attracts cyclists, campers, hikers, history enthusiasts, photographers and travelers alike, to take in the beauty and rich history. The Parkway stretches from Tennessee, with a quick dip through Alabama and then into Mississippi. If you aren’t familiar, the Parkway roughly follows the “Old Natchez Trace,” a historical travel corridor previously used by American Indians, “Kaintucks” (boatmen who floated merchandise down the Ohio and Mississippi rivers), European settlers, slave traders, soldiers and even future presidents. HISTORY & NOTABLE STOPS The Natchez Trace Parkway was established as a unit of the National Park Service in 1938, but the rich history began years before this. The Natchez Trace was a significant location for events throughout history, ranging from key spots from the War of 1812, Civil War, historic homeland territory for the Chickasaw, the Choctaw tribe and much more. We could fill the entire magazine with all the notable places and the history behind the trace, but we will keep it brief so you can discover the other places for yourself! “There’s a story for everybody here,” says Andy Danneker, Park Ranger (Interpretation) for the Natchez Trace Parkway. “Along the Parkway, there is history about the American Indians, Indian removal, the War of 1812, Andrew Jackson, The Trail of Tears, various cities along the Parkway were home to important Civil Rights movements. Along the Trace, you can find something that interests you.” The Colbert Ferry hits around milepost 327.3 and is a prominent location site in history. Andrew Jackson would have crossed over during the early days of The War of 1812 and it was a historic route for the Trail of Tears. Today, there is a bridge over the Tennessee River. Meriweather Lewis, of the Lewis & Clark expedition, died along the Parkway as he was making his way to Washington to defend several bills from his expedition travels. The site is at milepost 385.9, where you can see a memorial to Lewis, an information cabin to learn more, a campsite and hiking access.
“The National Parks are for everyone. No matter what you do, how much money you have, the parks belong to everyone. When you get here, you focus on the here and now and take in what is around you.”
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For those interested in the Civil War, you might enjoy the Tupelo National Battlefield and Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield, both close to Tupelo, Mississippi. To learn more about the rich legacy of American Indian cultural achievements, visit the seven mound groups located along the Natchez Trace Parkway (all in Mississippi). These mounds reflect the diverse and prehistoric Indian groups
ACTIVITIES & HIDDEN GEMS Scenic overlooks, lakes, rivers, beautiful sites and history are basically everywhere you look! There is no shortage of activities along the Parkway. Between cycling, running, horseback riding, fishing, hiking, walking the trails and camping, there is definitely a little something for everyone. Hiking and walking trails are ample, varying from short half mile walks to a couple miles - a perfect range for any hiker. October is the peak month for cyclists along the parkway, with cooler weather and the opportunity to see the fall foliage. If you are driving out on the Parkway, please be mindful of the cyclists out there - bikes are allowed a full lane on the road, you may pass cyclists on the opposite lane when safe!
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There is a total of three campgrounds directly along the Parkway, and all are free and first come first serve. The three campgrounds are Rocky Springs (milepost 54.8), Jeff Busby (milepost 193.1) and Meriweather Lewis (milepost 385.9). These sites range from eighteen to thirty-two camping sites with hiking accessibility, water and restrooms.
For a scenic walk by water, the Ross Barnett Reservoir parallels the parkway for about eight miles as you are driving from Jackson to Tupelo. Walk from the West Florida Boundary (milepost 107.9) or enjoy views from the Reservoir Overlook (milepost 105.6). Another interesting stop along that drive is Cypress Swamp (milepost 122), with a self-guiding trail through a water tupelo/bald cypress swamp. You could be the lucky visitor that spots an alligator through this half mile boardwalk trail. If you are looking for a tranquil and peaceful spot past the Meriweather Lewis site, Andy recommends stopping at Metal Ford. It is the perfect hidden gem for a place to stop for lunch and enjoy a picnic (south of Meriweather Lewis site). FALL COLORS According to Andy, the best places to see fall foliage is the Highland Rim section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail that stretches from milepost 407.9 to 427.6 and the Old Trace Drive, milepost 375.8. The Old Trace Drive is about ten miles south of the Meriweather Lewis Site, and is a two-and-a-half-mile one-way drive along the Old Natchez Trace (this area is not accessible by RVs or trailers). If you are looking for more time to appreciate the fall colors, a day hike along the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail from the Old Town Overlook Trailhead (milepost 263.9) or the Beech Springs Trailhead (milepost 266) will be a rewarding experience. PHOTO BY ANDRÉ BROUSSEAU
The Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center, located at milepost 266, offers passersby the opportunity to talk with a park ranger, view an orientation film and see interpretive displays about the natural and cultural history of the trace.
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that made their homes in Mississippi, with the bountiful wildlife, warm climate and fertile soil, for thousands of years before the first Europeans and Africans arrived. These mounds are the most prominent remains left on the landscape by these native peoples of Mississippi.
VOLUNTEER It is a great privilege to have this parkway at our fingertips and opportunity to enjoy the parkway and all its amenities. The dedicated volunteers and team members of the National Park Service strive to make this enjoyable for all. Volunteer opportunities are available short or long term, ranging from assisting a couple days a week or helping with single day trail events through the Natchez Trace Parkway Association (active throughout Tennessee, Mississippi and Alabama). If you are interested in giving back and volunteering at the Natchez Trace Parkway or another park, visit volunteer.gov to see what volunteer opportunities are available. For additional information about the Natchez Trace Parkway, please visit nps.gov/natr. Now, get started on your National Park adventure!
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COMMUNITY | Your Kids
A Reason to Get a Family Pet MORE THAN A FURRY FRIEND - PETS CAN TEACH CHILDREN RESPONSIBILITY BY GINGER JONES
There are probably a lot of reasons why you don’t want to get your kids a pet. A dog is a lot of work, maybe you don’t like cats, you’re thinking of the mess, the list goes on and on. However, if you do decide that a furry little addition is right for your family (because of the unconditional love and all the fun they bring), here’s how to make sure having a pet isn’t a burden - but something that teaches your kids how to be more responsible. When your kids are really little, they might not be able to do the dog chores themselves. Instead, have them assist you with things that go into taking care of a pet. Let them help when you fill the water dish, or make it their job to notice when the water dish needs to be filled. They could also help you brush the dog, or you could get a childsized brush for them to use and remind them to brush gently. Before you get the dog, let them in on the fun by having them help pick names, or the color of the collar, or even what they want the dog bed to look like - the more involved they are, the more invested they’ll be! If your children are older, there’s much more they can do to help out with a dog, and this teaches them even more about being responsible and caring for someone other than themselves. It could be their job to feed the dog once or twice a day, walk the dog, or let it out before school. They can be in charge of rounding up all the dog toys 58 YOURSUMNER.COM | OCTOBER 2017
at the end of each day, or exercising with the dog in the backyard by playing fetch or running around. Some of these chores are more fun than others. I’d much rather play fetch with my dog than pick up after it! So, make sure you mix the chores up so one child isn’t getting all the ‘boring’ ones while the other has all the fun. Has your child missed a chore? That’s okay - every child makes mistakes, and ultimately, it is still an adult’s responsibility to make sure a pet is properly cared for. You can allow these slip ups to be teaching moments, too! Ask your son or daughter why they missed walking the dog or picking up after it, and then ask how they think the pet feels about it. Do they think the dog was sad to miss the walk, or hungry after not being fed on time? How would they feel, in that situation? Remind them that they can speak up for themselves - it’s harder for a pet to do so. Together, you can come up with a plan of how you will do better next time. As Cheryl Orletsky, trainer and founder of Holiday Pet Care, says, “We as parents must be willing to teach, and often the way children learn is by example. The parents must be willing to show what the proper care of a dog entails, and then lovingly remind them over and over again, partly in words, but often accompanied by stepping in to ensure proper care is maintained.” However you decide to hand out responsibilities, you can be sure that taking care of a dog (or cat, or ferret, or teacup pig…) will not only teach your child about responsibility, but about compassion and love, as well. What’s not to love about that?
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COMMUNITY | Your Education
DISCOVER THE EDISON SCHOOL DIFFERENCE Tucked away behind NorthField Church on Gallatin Pike in Gallatin is one of Sumner County’s best kept secrets for students, The Edison School. Founded in 2012 to provide educational opportunities for children with learning differences in Sumner County, The Edison School has since grown to encompass students from Davidson, Robertson and Wilson counties. Yet, many local families have never heard of it. With a student-teacher ratio of 7:1 and a team of highly experienced and passionate educators, students at The Edison School receive a cutting-edge education and services, narrowing the home/school gap that many families with special needs children in traditional schools face. “Easier access to learning innovations that unlock our students’ potential, helps children thrive,” says Rebeckah Dopp, Head of School. “We are passionate about our school’s parents and students, and whole-heartedly believe in our mission.”
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In addition to a top tier education for students, The Edison School is committed to provide parents with the support that they need; including, access to speech and occupational therapists, regular lectures and workshops conducted by area experts, and private parent and grandparent peer groups. As a private school, The Edison School faces the challenges of balancing the cost of tuition with the inate desire to open their doors to as many children and families who need them as they can. This balance is generated by the actions of their robust and active parent PTO and Board of Directors who regularly seek out and implement creative ways to raise money for scholarships and enrichment programs, including their recent Mums Sale which generated over $4,000.00! “We wouldn’t be able to do what we do without the support of our parents and our community. We truly are blessed with an amazing circle of support,” says Rebeckah.
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Canine Cutie Pageant Hello there, SC dog lovers! “I still can’t be in a dark restroom dark and the shower curtain be closed!” - Carrie Winters
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It’s that time of year to put on your costumes and strut your stuff! Not just for Halloween - although I love wearing my costumes and it’s my Momma’s favorite holiday! You get to show off your costume AFTER Halloween this year for HolidayFest’s new event, Bark Avenue’s Canine Cutie Pageant! The Canine Cutie Pageant benefits Senior Center of Hendersonville, Inc. and will take place November 12th from 2pm-4pm at St. Joseph’s Hall at Our Lady of the Lake Church. The pageant is for the pups and will have three categories of judging: Funniest Costume, Most Creative Costume and Best Costume Overall. If you buy something from the store, spruce it up and make it stand out even more. They are really looking for creativity, so get imaginative and make your own costume to possibly win the contest! All pups entered must have records of vaccinations and a release must be signed prior to the event. To register your pup for the pageant and for additional information, visit holidayfesttn.org. Guess I need to start practicing my pageant walk and pick out my favorite costume!
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“This is my favorite! I love the lines.” - Johnny Birdsong
Wiggle bottom and slobbery smooches to you and yours! Ollie Pup See more of Ollie and his adventures at facebook.com/OlliePupBoxer, on Twitter @OlliePupBoxer and follow OlliePupBoxer on Instagram.
SOCIAL | Salty Dog Festival Photography by Melissa DelRossi The Goodlettsville Area Chamber held their seventh annual Salty Dog Festival at the Goodlettsville City Hall Park. This was a free event for the whole family, including furry friends! Locals enjoyed the food trucks, artists, antiques and music! To learn more about the Goodlettsville Area Chamber and upcoming events, go to goodlettsvillechamber.com.
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Judy Kocsis, Gabbie Zeulla, Jackie Coppock with Ralphie & Piper
Jessica & Georgia Muhlestein
Emily Beasley & Jose Lazo
Elizabeth West & Lily White
JoAnn Dickson, Lola, Brittany, Ansley & Nolan Watkins, Ella Edwards, Julie Henry with Pippa
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LIFESTYLE | A Southern Gentleman Is
Autumn in Sumner County BY WAYNE HOLLOWAY
I was recently honored to be given the opportunity to bore, encourage, enlighten or entertain the readers of Your Sumner once a month! And what a better month to begin this sure-to-be long and pleasurable relationship, writing my very first column and, starting in fall, which I love and look forward to all year! I am a local resident of Sumner County, where I reside with my beautiful fiancé and overweight and under-active English Bulldog. I enjoy being a part of the community, seeing the same faces, asking about people’s lives and above all, engaging with my fellow Sumner Countians. I own a local sports bar and restaurant, Chubb’s in Gallatin, have taken pride in restoring the Hazel Path Mansion in Hendersonville, and have chosen to keep my roofing company’s corporate headquarters for Best Choice Roofing, in Hendersonville as well. Enough about me. Time to talk my favorite time of the year. October. Fall. Eggnog. Family. Football. Weather. What’s not to love? I rarely enjoy gong to the grocery store. However, in October I love it. I know that once a year I’ll stumble upon that white Purity carton with greens and reds on it, I’ll grab it like a ten-year-old kid and run over to my fiancé with this cheekish grin on my face. Eggnog! And no... as of the date I wrote this column, eggnog has yet to materialize in the coolers in the back of Kroger Marketplace, but oh, we’re getting close. This savory drink reminds and excites me of what’s to come; time spent with family and family gatherings. My favorite part of fall is the time spent with families. As social media grows, the face-to-face interaction with people, including family members, seems to fade year by year. Fall and the fast approaching holidays (its 70ish days till Christmas, but who’s counting), is the cure for this. Soon enough we will be sharing stories, catching up, laughing at non-funny jokes and holding hands with the people we grew up with or watched grow up. The approaching holidays forces us (in a good way), to interact with family members, research what cousin Mike wants for Christmas, discuss with Aunt Kathy who has the best sweet potato casserole, share gossip stories about so and so’s new wife, and all while the guys share their seemingly fool-proof football predictions based on their illustrious high school career from decades past. Ahhhhh. The sound of the high school football band practicing in the distance. The football team practicing out front of Ellis Middle School. Me sitting in my office at Hazel Path Mansion, watching the team practice and me reminiscing of the “good ole days” while trying to convince myself I was better at football in high school than I actually was. Football. What more could you love about fall? Pitchers of beer, complete strangers heckling each other and sports bars (here’s where I 62 YOURSUMNER.COM | OCTOBER 2017
plug my place, Chubb’s Sports Bar and BBQ - the best bar in Sumner County), filled to the brim with eager fans hoping today is where we turn the season around. SEC, Big 10. Florida vs Tennessee. Georgia vs Alabama. The list goes on and on. Because of football, there’s a guaranteed event to look forward to each weekend; either at home with family and friends or a road trip to Knoxville. Football affords us excitement each weekend and that is one of many aspects of fall I love. Football also tells me cooler weather is approaching, while I watch the Vikings and Packers fans sport their winter attire as the season moves on. I do not run. I do not enjoy sweating. I do not enjoy 100 degree days. And I most certainly do not enjoy the humidity we are lucky enough (sarcasm) to experience in Sumner County. October is the month where that begins to change. To me, the tell-tale sign of fall are the leaves that begin to change to orange, yellow and dark red. Just the sight of this phenomenon makes it feel cooler outside. Out with the pansies and in with the big, round mums that my fiancé will force me to plant. The weather during fall is something near and dear to me. Early October means it’s almost time to bust out the jackets, the zip-up golf pullovers that make me look like I play better than I do and the overpriced NFL jacket I saw the coach wear on TV one weekend… I know there are many other aspects of fall people love, but I am limited to a very small section of the magazine. I could talk about the Pumpkin Latte Spice MocahFrappaChino things that take a degree in engineering to order. Or I could talk about fashion and the new trends. I could even talk about turkeys and Halloween and seasonal decorations but in all seriousness, I have limited writing topics from which to pull from and I’ve already committed to boring or enlightening you once a month, so I’ll save some for next month(s). To me, being a Southern Gentleman means finding the positives in everything. I will continue to do that, until July. It’s hot in July. No one likes 100-degree weather. And if you do, I sincerely apologize for offending you.
SOCIAL | Starry, Starry Night
Photography by Melissa DelRossi Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center hosted Starry, Starry Night which featured local artists and musicians. The community brought lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the evening and live talent. Musical performances included The Long Hollow Players, Luno Rae and Shannon Glenn Lannom. The event hosted a special eclipse photography exhibit and contest for all ages. To learn more about Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center, visit monthavenartsandculturalcenter. com. Shannon Gehl & Jeff Helbig
The Long Hollow Players
Marini Facey
Claire, Janet & Ellen Ridgill
Maggie Briley
Susan Prado, Lola Davidson & Maya Prado Helen Powers, Debbie Stepp & Belinda Bledsoe
Alisa Edwards & Alicia Peacher Linda Kingsbury
Glennette Wimmer & JoAnn Harvey
Chad & Heather Johnson, Bryan Thompson
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LIFESTYLE | Arts & Culture
Sumner County is home to some very talented artists and musicians. Take a look at one such talented artist that lives right here in our county.
Pet Portraits by Mike Lang Hendersonville local, Mike Lang, has called Sumner County home since 1975. Growing up in Oklahoma, his father needed to move to the middle Tennessee area to continue his work in the music industry and be closer to Music City. Although Mike wasn’t too thrilled to leave Oklahoma, the place he had grown up, he was excited when he heard from his father that the family would be living close by the lake in Hendersonville. Being around his father and music, Mike was interested in playing instruments, but also ended up taking another turn artistically. “When I was a kid, I was diagnosed with a heart condition and didn’t really play outside as much and stayed inside and started drawing,” says Mike. “I started receiving compliments on my work, and that sort of kept me going to continue art.” He took up the drums and had thought about music as a career path. He dabbled back and forth with the idea, but decided to continue his passion for art and attended the Central Academy of Commercial Art in Cincinnati, Ohio. Since them, he has worked for various printing companies, ad agencies and publishers. He is currently doing freelance design and illustration for clients, working with Lifeway Christian Resources since 1991 as a graphic designer and illustrator. His artwork and processes have changed over the years, but he definitely has not stopped doing what he loves. ART PROCESS Mike’s favorite way to illustrate is creating oil paintings, but he has since changed his art process to make his artwork more affordable and available to all. Mike has started creating his illustrations digitally. First, he begins with a sketch that he scans on to his Mac so he has a base to start with 64 YOURSUMNER.COM | OCTOBER 2017
to begin the digital painting process. He utilizes a special monitor called a Cintiq that allows him to use a stylus pen to draw and paint directly on the screen. Using layers in Photoshop, he is able to build up colors and details slowly, and able to add or takeaway layers as needed to get the finish product just right. The end result is a digital file that looks like it has been painted traditionally in either oils or watercolor. He is able to send the finished project with ease, digitally, to his clients, or can print it on canvas or watercolor paper. Specifically, for his pet portraits, clients will send in multiple photographs for Mike to create his illustration from. He says it has been difficult explaining the process to others, noting that it is not a photograph he is blowing up or expanding on, but a hand drawn sketch on a screen where he can use a stylus pen to create his art. On his Facebook page (Pet Portraits by Michael Lang), he shares with followers some of his work in progress, showing step-by-step visually how he goes from one point to the next. PORTRAITS Mike has always loved pets, specifically dogs and horses, and started incorporating portraits of pets into his array of artwork, in addition to people portraits, caricatures and illustrations. He started creating these digital portraits of pets and shared a photo on Facebook one day. Someone had reached out to Mike and explained that one of his dear coworkers had lost their pet recently and was feeling down. To commemorate and remember that pet, Mike was asked to create one of his pet portraits. From there, he continued to receive requests to make more pet portraits. “I do want to continue pet portraits, I want to grow this business,” says Mike. To get in touch with Mike Lang, to learn more about his work or to obtain your own pet portrait, visit his website at mikelangillustration.net.
ARTS & CULTURE EVENTS PERFORMANCES • Full Moon Pickin’ Party October 13th Warner Parks • Free Day of Music October 21st Schermerhorn Symphony Center • Nashville Ballet’s Lizzie Borden with The Raven| October 26th - October 28th Tennessee Performing Arts Center, Polk Theater • An American in Paris October 31st – November 5th Tennessee Performing Arts Center • It’s a Wonderful Life November 24th – December 10th Hendersonville Performing Arts Center
FUNDRAISERS • House on Haunted Hill October 21st Salvus Center, Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center • Hendersonville Honey Soiree November 3rd Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center • Third Annual Mr. Sumner County November 4th Junior League of Hendersonville • Fall Back Bolt November 11th, Sumner Teen Center
FALL FUN • Jack O’Lantern Jubilee October 22nd RiverGate Mall • Trunk or Treat Spooktacular October 28th Ricky Woodard Community Park • Hocus Pocus October 27th The Palace Theater • Tinsels & Treasures November 11th & 12th Various Gallatin shops • Bark Avenue Canine Cutie Pageant November 12th Our Lady of the Lake Church
SOCIAL | Harvest Moon SoirÊe Photography by Melissa DelRossi Volunteer State College Foundation recently held their eleventh annual Harvest Moon Soiree at Our Lady of the Lake Church in Hendersonville. Cocktails and a silent auction kicked off the evening, followed by a delicious meal with friends and fellow community members. Every year this event brings people together to raise funds for Volunteer State student scholarships through the purchase of tickets, sponsorships and the silent auction. The night continued with speeches from sponsors and scholarship recipients, followed by entertainment by the Rock n’ Roll Pianos! To find out more about this great foundation, or to become a sponsor, visit volstate.edu/foundation.com.
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MONTHLY | Did You Know?
DID YOU KNOW?
Philanthropy
Americans predictably give around three percent of their collective income to charity.
Americans donate a total of $143.6 billion to causes each year.
People spend an average of five hours volunteering per month.
15.2 billion hours are spent in volunteering every year.
64 percent of donations are made by women.
Warren Buffet became the biggest philanthropist when he donated $31 billion (initial value of the gift) to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. The United States is one of only a few countries to allow tax deductions for charitable donations.
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