Your Sumner Summer 2017

TASTE OF GALLATIN

MIDDLE TENNESSEE STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL

RUN FOR ROSE MONT

A DISTINCTIVELY SOUTHERN PLACE SUMMER 2017

IN YOUR BACKYARD: Total Eclipse, The Sight of A Lifetime

UP THE ROAD: Lock 4 Trail

YOUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS: DISTINCTIVELY SOUTHERN

GENTLEMEN OF SUMNER COUNTY

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YOUR SUMNER | SUMMER 2017 . VOLUME II – ISSUE 17

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Twelve Stones Golf Club

Your Community Partners

Distinctively Southern Gentlemen

A Premier Golfing Community

Distinctively Southern Gentlemen:

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Kevin McCune - Man of Progress Jeff Hentschel - Man of Stories Homer Bradley - Man of Giving Scott Couch - Man of Impact Nick Hughes - Man of Heart

Golf Tips to Get You Into the Swing of Things

Royal Adventures An Interview with Chef Darren McGrady

ON THE COVER The quintessential Distinctively Southern Gentleman sports seersucker in summer.

Photography by Anna Robertson Ham

Nashville’s Newest Star Supreme comfort and unapologetic Southern hospitality set the beat for Music City’s newest star, The Westin Nashville. Designed for the sophisticated traveler and savvy local, experience the city’s hottest spots including Nashville’s premier rooftop pool bar, L27, and the resort-style Rhapsody Spa. The Westin Nashville will provide you with many options for a personalized and dynamic experience.

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Beauty Junkie with Julie Jorgensen Your Best Self with Connie Haley Let’s Get Physical with Alison Kanaby Fashionable You Summer Looks from Macy’s A Spirited Conversation with City Winery Nashville Eat, Drink & Be Merry with Chef’s Market Styling Your Everyday with Katie Jacobs Interior Thinking Refresh for Summer Keeping Score The Noble Game of Billiards

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Did You Know?

23 Up the Road Lock 4 Trails 24 A Little Something Extra Kimberley Locke Comes Home for Cosmic Event 26 In Your Backyard The Sight of a Lifetime 50 Days Gone By with Ryan Baker 57 Your Education News from the Schools 58 Your Kids

with Ginger Jones

Run for Rose Mont

16 76th Annual Middle TN Strawberry Festival 21

Memorial Day Classic

29 Music on Main 33 Taste of Gallatin 52 Bourbon & Burgers 55 Children’s Day 56 Beach Bash

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Read Between the Lines John Grisham’s Camino Island Arts & Culture Worthington Galleries 64 A Southern Gentleman Is with Rocky McElhaney

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Fun Friday Touch a Truck

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with the Sumner Association of Realtors 52 Ribbon Cuttings

Welcome New Business 53 We’re in the Money

with Jonathan Walker

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LIFESTYLE | The Lady Entertains

Hosting a Guy’s Night

BY KRISTA EHRET

A guys’ get-together is typically not one of your more formally planned-out events. The details are fairly simple and straightforward. Invitations: a text message. Menu: pizza, beer, wings.

Entertainment: a sporting event. Venue: the bonus room of whomever is blessed with the largest flat screen. While this is a tried and true recipe that really need not be altered, why not spice things up every now and again? Here are some theme ideas that will put a new spin on guys’ night.

POKER NIGHT. This is perhaps one of the most timeless options for an excuse to hang out with just the fellas. Unfortunately, I see it way more in the movies and sitcoms than in real life. I think this classic deserves a comeback. When pitching the idea to the group, be specific as the sound of “game night” could trigger flashbacks of endless rounds of Cranium and Battle of the Sexes with the whole couples group. It’s to be a manly game of poker with low stakes as not to disgruntle the already disgruntled uninvited spouses. Food should be non-messy finger foods (subs, pizza, chips and dip) that can be eaten at the table. Ensure all attendees there will be a tutorial before the first hand. This way no-one is left out if they don’t know how to play and everyone is playing by the same rules.

SPIRIT AND CIGAR TASTING. This does not have to be as formal as it sounds. Unless you’re having a special celebration, leave the cigar roller and tasting expert off the list. Start by selecting your favorite liquor: scotch, whiskey, rum, etc, and then offer three to four options. Stick to one type of drink to avoid the night going downhill quickly. Also, purchase a sampling of cigars. Talk to someone at the store who can recommend some various options that will pair well with your liquor. Look for selections in different price points and from different parts of the country. Do enough research to have some basic info about each option but not so much as you need cue cards. Plan a heavy meal to eat before the tasting. Think pasta, steak and potatoes. You want something solid sitting in everyone’s stomachs.

CORN HOLE TOURNAMENT. This is a great option for a larger group as you can be outdoors and set up several boards to be played simultaneously. To keep things fair, draw names to see who gets partnered with whom and make it a rule that no one gets to play on his personal board. Create your bracket, string up some lights, put out some mosquito repellent, ice down some drinks, and you’re all set! This is the perfect opportunity for grilling so select something low maintenance like hamburgers and hot dogs.

Just as with any ladies’ night, the real point of this is to have an excuse to get together and spend some relaxing quality time with your friends. Whether cheering on the team or grilling in the back yard, make sure to carve out some quality guy time this summer.

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MONTHLY | Publisher’s Letter

SURROUNDED BY GENTLEMEN As a southern lady (most of the time), I have been blessed to have grown up surrounded by distinctively southern gentlemen in my personal and professional life. Thankfully, here in the south, men are usually brought up with certain instilled and expected codes of conduct and behavior, that even when they veer off course (and so many of them do from time to time), they still retain that je ne sais quoi that in fact does seem to differentiate them from other males around the globe.

We profile five Distinctively Southern Gentlemen in this issue, and as I am personally acquainted with them all, I cannot think of more fitting reflections of the term for us to feature. Read their stories and emulate their actions, as they truly extol the virtues, values and distinction of a distinctively southern gentleman.

“A gentleman is one who puts more into the world than he takes out.”

– George Bernard Shaw

Those same attributes are found in many of the gentleman I love in a more personal fashion as well! I seem to always hold my late grandfather, Richard Giles, Papa as we called him, as the benchmark by which all other males in my life must be held. Perhaps we all do that with our grandfathers in some respect as they seem to be the figure in our lives that represents things like learning our manners, teaching us right from wrong and being a sense of place and security throughout our lives.

That is, for those of us lucky enough to grow up with such a grandfather in our lives. We also have our fathers, stepfathers, brothers, brother in laws, cousins, uncles and of course, our husbands. Southern gentleman needs to be written a little bolder when it comes to mine, as he is the quintessential example of that. Whether

he is sporting any variety of color of seersucker to a Kentucky Derby, or his new favorite past-time of gardening, his long southern drawl and unmistakable languid manner, sometimes make me think he stepped out of a William Faulkner novel.

He would be mortified at my description of him here, so let me just boil it down to something found in this letter’s quote from George Bernard Shaw – Johnny, gives back love and devotion ten-fold to our children Bo and Keeling. The sight of any father passing on exemplary values and the capacity for great love is greater than any manners and clothing choices.

The sultry wind of summer is upon us and all of us here at RMG hope you are enjoying all that our amazing county and area has to offer in the way of fabulous summer fun! Enjoy!

Shelly Robertson Birdsong Publisher, Owner

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MONTHLY | Socially Yours

TO BE A GENTLEMAN COURTESY OF DEBORAH KING, “WHAT WOULD MRS. KING DO?”

A true gentleman is respectful to everyone in his orbit, from women he’d like to date to elderly people who need help. He takes impeccable care of his appearance, is polite, and is kind to women regardless of whether or not he thinks he has a chance with them. To be a gentleman, one must be self-aware, mature and courteous. Although it seems that chivalry is dead, you can make a difference by making the effort to bring more respect and care into the world.

Being male does not guarantee a boy will grow up to be a gentleman and the current self-absorbed culture is not likely to model or promote the qualities of a gentleman.

It is a process for a boy to become a man and develop into a gentleman.

A gentleman understands his appearance, behavior, and way of communicating provide others with valuable insight into his character. He demonstrates strength through his strong character and integrity.

The traits of a gentleman include:

• A gentleman is generous with his time, wisdom and resources. He willingly serves others and extends a hand to those in need.

• A gentleman possesses a positive outlook on life. His humor and consistent encouragement attract others to him.

• A gentleman is a lifelong learner. He maintains a teachable posture and embraces change for the better.

• A gentleman model’s civility in how he treats others. He demonstrates respect, restraint, and personal responsibility in all his interactions. He is honorable, and values and respects others.

• A gentleman is well mannered and knows what is appropriate. He is able to navigate various social and professional settings with ease and proficiency. He embraces all people – those from other cultures, individuals from various social and economic backgrounds.

• A gentleman possesses a strong work ethic. He takes pride in his labor and strives to give his very best. He is trustworthy, loyal and people speak well of him.

• A gentleman is confident. His posture and body language communicate a strong personal presence.

• A gentleman is well dressed. He knows how to select clothing that is appropriate for any occasion and that will assist him in accomplishing his goals. He is well groomed and practices good hygiene. He understands that his personal appearance – the way he chooses to dress, groom, and carry himself – opens doors to new opportunities.

• A gentleman is well spoken and a generous listener. He knows how to effectively connect with others and communicate his message.

• A gentleman is known for his integrity. He is a man of his word and follows through with his commitments, whatever the cost. His actions reflect who he has chosen to be and are not based upon the opinions of others.

“Being male is a matter of birth, being a man is a matter of age, but being a gentleman is a matter of choice.” ~Unknown

There’s al ways something going on in Sumner County!

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YOUR CONTRIBUTORS

ALYSSA DICICCO

Nashville Bride Guide NashvilleBrideGuide.com

RYAN BAKER Days Gone By

Alyssa is the owner and blogger for Nashville Bride Guide - a wedding blog dedicated to helping Nashville brides plan their weddings. You can visit the blog at NashvilleBrideGuide.com or contact Alyssa at alyssa@nashvillebrideguide.com.

Ryan Baker was born and raised in Sumner County and has lived here for more than thirty years. As Executive Director of the Sumner County Museum, he collects and preserves objects and artifacts related to Sumner County history, and provides educational programs and exhibits.

KATIE JACOBS

KRISTA EHRET

The Lady Entertains yoursouthernsoiree.com Krista is an event designer and co-owner of Southern Soiree, a full service event and wedding planning company. She also enjoys bringing beauty into everyday life.

Styling My Everyday stylingmyeveryday.com

GINGER JONES

Your Kids jonestherapyservices.com

JULIE JORGENSEN

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

Ginger is a Speech-Language Pathologist and the owner of Jones Therapy Services, which provides speech-language, occupational, and physical therapy in nine locations across Middle and East Tennessee.

Julie is our go-to gal for all things beauty - She scouts out the best deals and the best beauty tricks around.

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

Beauty Junkie

JIM AND CHERYL HAGY

CONNIE HALEY

Eat, Drink & Be Merry chefsmarket.com

Your Best Self conniehaleylifecoaching.com

Jim and Cheryl are the owners of Chef’s Market in Goodlettsville.

They offer catering and take-away options, from formal corporate galas to casual in-office gettogethers and outdoor affairs.

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 will show readers ways to find peace and calm.

ALISON KANABY Let’s Get Physical runningmama2016. wordpress.com

Alison is a family practice physician, marathon runner, swimmer and a fun-loving mother of three. Alison will be bringing advice and tips on health and fitness.

ROCKY MCELHANEY

The Southern Gentleman Is...

Rocky was born and raised in East Tennessee. He is a high-profile injury lawyer, NFL Sports Agent and little league baseball coach. He and his wife Penny live at Birmingham Farm in Gallatin with their three sons and daughter, where they fall into bed each night, exhausted.

ROBIN MEYER

JONATHAN WALKER We’re in the Money paulwinkler.net

Your “Bone” Vivant facebook.com/olliepupboxer

Robin, owner of Robin’s Nest Interiors LLC, began her Interior Design business in 1998. She studied at Watkins College of Art and Design in Nashville while starting her business simultaneously. Since then, her business has led to many projects in Middle Tennessee and across the United States.

Jonathan is a Certified Financial Planner™, and passionate about financial planning. His focus is to help clients achieve peace concerning their financial well-being by helping them accomplish their planning goals and objectives.

Ollie Pup is a handsome, brindle boxer who loves to get out and about at festivals! He enjoys meeting new people and also going to work with his Momma. Ollie is the dog about town and will keep you in the know with his monthly column as Your “Bone” Vivant in Your Williamson and Your Sumner!

Robin’s Nest Interiors, LLC robinsnestinteriors.net

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SOCIAL | Run for Rose Mont Photography by Melissa DelRossi The Run for Rose Mont, a Kentucky Derby party and fundraising event, was held at Historic Rose Mont in Gallatin in May. The party was held in honor of Sumner County’s horse racing heritage and Josephus Conn Guild, the builder of Rose Mont and an avid racer. Guests were treated to a live bluegrass band, a silent auction and more than thirty prizes to win. To find out more about Historic Rose Mont, visit historicrosemont.com.

Tommy Tomkins, Kenny Brown, Janan Dorris, Elaine Fite & Paige Brown

Charles Moffatt & Anne Moffatt-Kuhn

Katherine Powell

Julia & Wanda Stewart

Kim & Ryan Baker

Claire VanBenschoten, Katherine McGill & Malinda Williams

Laura, Anna & John Puryear

Brenda Howes & Grace Tomkins

Dick Reese, Michelle Haynes, MaryJo & Julian Johnson, Diane Wilson

Daniel Gremillion, Christian Blizzard, Laura Beth Brewer, Ashton Fontana, Elizabeth Myers & Victor Diaz

Don Vanetta & Cindy Gentry

Linda Dotson & Lyn Mann

Martha Smith, Case Holly & Joan Guild Colmore

Betty Bowling, Montee Beaty & Nancy Roth

Leigh Branham & Joe Warren Jones

Theresa Ball & Glenda Milliken

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MONTHLY | Social Secretary

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Here are just a few events to add to your Social Calendar this month. Visit YourSumner.com for more events.

Fourth of July Celebrations

Hendersonville – July 3 | Freedom Festival Drakes Creek Park | 5pm | hendersonvillechamber.com

GET CONNECTED The RMG office was treated to a special performance by Craig Wayne Boyd and got a sneak peek of a new song that will be released soon!

Gallatin – July 4 | 4th of July Celebration Triple Creek Park | 4pm | gallatintn.gov Goodlettsville – July 4 | Independence Day Celebration Moss-Wright Park | 4pm | cityofgoodlettsville.org White House – July 8 | Americana Celebration White House Soccer Complex | americanacelebration.com

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Heroes & Villains Fan Fest

Music City Center | Sat 10:30am-6pm, Sun 10:30am-5pm heroesfanfest.com/nashville Heroes & Villains Fan Fest is coming to Nashville! The event will have free panels with celebrity guests, professional photo ops, costume contests and immersive experiences. Heroes and Villains lets fans become part of the shows and movies they love! There will be guests from Arrow, The Flash, Guardians of the Galaxy, Gotham, Supergirl and more! Get your passes now to meet your favorite heroes and villains!

Bold Enough Rodeo Challenge

Triple Creek Park | Fri 7pm-10pm, Sat 7pm-10pm sumnercoalition.org The 9th annual Bold Enough Rodeo Challenge, benefiting the Sumner County Anti-Drug Coalition, is an IPRA sanctioned event. This event has grown larger every year, attracting spectators from Middle Tennessee and participants from all over the Southeastern United States. All money raised by this event goes directly back into the community to further raise awareness about the dangers of underage drinking, tobacco use and prescription drug abuse.

We interviewed Nick Hughes of Kentucky Downs for our Men of Distinction story featured in this issue. See the video on YouTube.

COMING IN AUGUST

The Health & Wellness Issue Our annual August edition will focus on themes of Health and Wellness. The issue will feature several great stories about living a healthy lifestyle including exercise, eating well and achieving a healthy state of mind.

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We had a great time meeting the stars of The Walking Dead at Walker Stalker Con!

FEATURE | Distinctively Southern Gentlemen

TWELVE STONES GOLF CLUB A Premier Golfing Community The first time I had ever been to Twelve Stones Golf Club was on a hot, muggy day in June, for a job interview as an employee of the grounds crew. In between jobs as a graphic designer, I was on the hunt for something to keep me steady until I was able to land another comfortable, full-time job elsewhere. I was decent at course maintenance; growing up working at our local country club back home and playing golf myself, I knew the basics of what it took to keep grass mowed and hazards maintained, and if you gave me job it was sure to get done. One thing that might have hindered progress, however, was an acute attention to detail and desire to produce the best work possible to my ability. Though it might sound cheesy, I believe the best thing anyone can do is their best at what they enjoy doing...and I loved it.

The course itself was definitely a work in progress, and from what I understood about the past conditions, it had already drastically improved. First opening in 1999, Twelve Stones Golf Club was introduced as Twelve Stones Crossing Golf Club, “a Premier Golfing Community.” The course was designed by Bill Bergin and stood against the greatest courses in Middle Tennessee for its beautiful conditions and challenging layout. Joshua’s, its thriving clubhouse bar and grill, served both golfers and the general public with excellent service and great food. Operating as a semi-private golf course, Twelve Stones offered excellent amenities for its ever-growing list of members and the general public alike for a very reasonable and competitive price.

However, as time grew on and neglect slowly crept in, it became one of the most frustrating tracks to play for both poor conditions and mismanagement. After the flood in 2010 and trading hands a number of times over the years, the course eventually became unplayable, the restaurant closed down, and disappointment slowly set in from those that once remembered Twelve Stones as a pristine course and fun

“I recently played Twelve Stones for the first time in over nine years. I’m not sure you are going to find greens that roll better than these do. Especially at the price no one around can sniff the golf experience you will have if you go see these guys! I was thoroughly impressed with what’s going on there. Kudos, guys!!!” –JT, Facebook

golfing atmosphere. The ponds became bone dry, the fairways were pasture lands, and bunkers and greens were overtaken by the evergrowing Bermuda grass. To put it simple: after years of success this place had hit rock bottom, and its chances of ever being played as a golf course again seemed near impossible.

Over the last few years, however, Twelve Stones Golf Club has done the near impossible and is in the best shape it has been in over a decade, and witnessing that firsthand has been my greatest experience so far. The biggest hurdle for us to overcome was the negative reputation golfers had built which has haunted any chance for growth on this pre-Civil War track of land. But the new reviews are in, and we are back in full motion. Open seven days a week, 363 days a year, Twelve Stones Golf Club is once again a fun and challenging golf course with excellent course conditions and amenities that make it a great destination for any day at the course. Some of the new additions include water coolers on the course, a beverage cart selling drinks daily, new cart path installations making some of our undulated holes much more accessible, a practice putting green that will be opening in July, lights on the driving which has a self-serve machine allowing golfers to practice after hours, as well as our clubhouse restaurant, Rumours at Twelve Stones. Owned and operated by Jean Kimbrough, Rumours offers exquisite food options for golfers making the turn or those looking for a fine dining experience at a very reasonable price.

Together, Rumours and Twelve Stones Golf Club offer a great venue for weddings, events and parties of all sizes. A tag team effort, both Rumours and Twelve Stones are working hand-in-hand in bringing this course back to where it once was.

In short, if you haven’t visited Twelve Stones Golf Club lately, whether because of a negative experience or the unknown that we still exist after the past trials and tribulations, you would be doing yourself a great favor to come see for yourself. Twelve Stones is back in great shape, and management is working tirelessly in restoring the course to once again be a Premier Golfing Community. Visit twelvestonesgolfclub.com for more information.

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SOCIAL | 76th Annual Middle Tennessee Strawberry Festival Photography by Melissa DelRossi The Annual Middle Tennessee Strawberry Festival took place in Portland for its 76th year in May. Celebrating with live music, delicious strawberries and local crafts, folks came out to enjoy the day with their families.

There were bouncy houses, face painting, and all sorts of fun for all ages to enjoy! Many were seen decked out in their fanciest strawberry festival attire, partaking in the many activities and soaking up the local scene. A concert from the Sumner County Worship Choir, followed by late night fireworks were just a taste of the entertainment happening at Middle Tennessee’s Strawberry Festival this year! To learn about upcoming events happening in Portland and to find out more about the Portland Chamber of Commerce, visit portlandcofc.com.

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LIFESTYLE | Beauty Junkie

Girls Just Want to Have

BY JULIE JORGENSEN

Sun

Aaaaand summer is here. We’ll soon be complaining about the sweltering heat and humidity, but for now, the spring rain has graciously given way to the flowery, gorgeous days of one of my favorite months of the year. That said, before you head to the pool or down to the beach, ask yourself: is my skin ready for the dog days of summer? If you’re unsure of the answer or if you don’t even know what that question means, fret not, my little beachblanket baby. You’re about to embark on a crash-course in all things summer skin!

Let’s first acknowledge the somewhat-unpleasant occurrence that can befall almost anyone in the summer: the dreaded sunburn.

Not to overstate the obvious, but this can usually be avoided very simply — SUNSCREEN. Choose one utilizing a physical block like zinc oxide, and apply it literally everywhere in the buff, before you put on your swimmysuit. A cream formula is best for the neck-down for ideal product distribution (Beautycounter has been my fave for years), and a solid stick delivers fast application to your face and neck and ears. Sunscreen sticks also work lightning-quick for squirmy-wormy kids just dying to get into the water. Avoid the aerosol sprays whenever possible, they’re positively loaded with toxic chemicals.

With any sunscreen, it’s crucial to reapply at regular intervals. Check the label for info on how long your sunscreen is water-resistant.

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find yourself turning pink, it’s best to head inside and call it a day. Take a cool shower, pop some anti-inflammatory pills and head to the fridge for some plain yogurt. Don’t eat it, wear it: the lactic acid in yogurt can naturally cool and soothe a sunburn. Aloe vera gel and spring-water facial mists stored in the fridge help too.

“Don’t even talk to me about building up a “base tan” or baking in the summer sun for hours on end, unless you love the idea of looking like a dried-up prune when you get older.”

Don’t even talk to me about building up a “base tan” or baking in the summer sun for hours on end, unless you love the idea of looking like a dried-up prune when you get older. As always, a sunless tan rules all when it comes to showing off a pretty glow without accumulating nasty sun damage in the process. I like to tan at home when I don’t have time to hit a sunless-tanning studio. I exfoliate head to toe with a yummy-smelling sugar scrub (brown sugar, olive oil, and a few drops of essential oil make for a perfect DIY scrub), dry off thoroughly, and apply my sunless tanner on bare skin, starting at my legs. When I use a

spray formula, I apply in my shower with the curtain pulled to keep the bronzer from going everywhere and use plain old dishwashing gloves to avoid telltale tan palms.

I usually “tan” before bedtime and follow up with a quick rinse the next morning.

Keeping faux-tanned skin moisturized is essential for prolonging your color. Look for a gradual-tan lotion that won’t dissolve or “eat” a sunless tan. Adding a few drops of a liquid highlighter like Benefit High Beam to your body lotion will accent that gorgeous sunless glow.

Saltwater and chlorine can wreak havoc on your skin and hair during the summer months, zapping precious moisture and leaving hair both dry and fragile. Make sure to take a tap-water shower once you’re out of the pool or ocean, and apply a soothing body butter or oil. Old-school Palmer’s Cocoa Butter smells divine and moisturizes even the angriest summer skin. Shield your tresses from the elements by applying a protective spray or lotion before you head outside. Both Kerastase Aqua Seal and Beach Bum 3 in 1 Leave In treatment create a barrier and leave hair soft and shiny. A chic hat provides protection too! It may seem counterintuitive, but a shower before a dip in the pool or a frolic in the sea can actually limit the hair’s ability to absorb saltwater or chlorine. Rinse off again once you’re headed back to your beach chair. Reapply that SPF lip balm, kick up your feet, and relax in the warm summer sun! Cheers!

Xoxo, The Beauty Junkie

LIFESTYLE | Your Best Self

HARDWIRED FOR SUMMER FUN Presents the 2nd Annual

BY CONNIE HALEY LIFE COACHING

Summertime is here! What is it about this season that has us channeling the excitement of a seven-year-old on the last day of school? Time outdoors, vacations, relaxing, fresh produce? Yes, yes and yes! We all have our favorite summer pastimes, but the fundamental reasons why are encoded in our DNA. WE ARE WIRED TO BE OUTSIDE We have modern conveniences to keep us cozy and protected in our homes, but physiologically, we are still programmed to be outdoors. Most folks are lacking Summertime is always sufficient amounts of Vitamin D. Our the best of what might be. bodies only produce this essential – Charles Bowden hormone from sun exposure. Vitamin D deficiency has been attributed to autoimmune disease, depression, osteoporosis and even certain cancers. Improved eye health, sleep and overall mental health are all attributed to time spent alfresco.

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EXPERIENCES MATTER MORE THAN STUFF We are hard-wired for connection and nothing connects folks better than shared experiences. Reminiscing about common memories binds hearts together. When was the last time you had a good belly laugh about buying the latest smart device? Exactly. So, start planning that cruise, beach vacation or even a backyard barbecue.

The anticipation of the event and recollection of the experience will increase your happiness levels more than anything money can buy.

UNSTRUCTURED TIME We live in a stressed-out culture. We wear our busy-ness like medals of honor. Most of us feel unproductive if we kick back and relax.

This constant state of being “on” is creating a society riddled with health issues directly related to stress: anxiety, obesity, high blood pressure and diabetes. Summer lends itself to slowing down. Give yourself permission to nap in that hammock or finally crack the novel that’s been on your nightstand all winter. Find a way to break the stress cycle and do it consistently. It may seem counterintuitive, but you will experience greater productivity if you take a break.

FRESH FRUIT AND VEGETABLES ABOUND To accommodate our busy lives, most of us eat quick, easy, packaged food. Eating processed food - anything in a box with a list of ingredients you can’t pronounce - on a consistent basis, is a recipe for inevitable health problems. Our bodies don’t know what to do with this chemical cocktail. Take advantage of your local farmer’s market and eat fresh, healthy fruit and vegetables. Maybe get adventurous and plant your own garden! Research shows that kids who are included in growing or preparing vegetables are more likely to try them.

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LIFESTYLE | Let’s Get Physical

Find Fun and Fitness

in the Pool

BY ALISON KANABY, D.O.

Summer is a great time to get fit in the water. When it’s a typical Tennessee summer - extremely hot - the best way to cool off is the pool. But spending more time at the pool can lead to decreased time to exercise, so why not combine the two?

Swimming or any water fitness activity is a great way to stay fit during the summer months.

Even if you don’t know how to swim for long periods of time, you can still exercise in the water, no matter what your age.

Plus, exercising in the water will increase your fitness level and you’ll be able to do exercises longer and longer.

Water aerobics is a great way to stay fit whether you’re young or old. There are several places locally that offer classes, such as the Sumner County YMCA or Gallatin Civic Center, but if you aren’t a member at either of those you can still get a workout. Your neighborhood pool is a great place to get in some water aerobics and you can even build your own weights to use in the water. Take a foam pool noodle, cut it into one-foot strips and then get circular Styrofoam. Cut the centers out of the Styrofoam, just big enough to insert the pool noodle and put one circle on each side. Now, you have a weight! The larger the Styrofoam circles, the heavier it will be.

Simple exercises can include walking around the perimeter of the pool while lifting the “weights” above your head. Do this a couple of times, then take leaping steps around the pool in order to drive up your heart rate. Swim a couple of laps. Running in place while lifting the weights is another way to get your heart moving. Why not even turn up the music and jam to the beat?! You can even get your kids to join in on the fun. They may laugh at first, but it can be family fitness.

Make sure they know how to swim if you are letting them in the deep end, though.

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Swimming laps is a great cardio workout. You don’t have to bear any weight on your joints, so if you suffer from hip/knee/back pain, this can be a potential exercise for you. Start with freestyle and swimming relaxing laps across the pool and slowly you can increase the speed or number of laps. You’ll get a great upper body workout with swimming, because your arms and back are what are pulling you across the water. If you keep a continuous kick when you swim, you will get a lower body workout at the same time. Again, you can include your kids. Challenge them to a race across the pool for a fun way for you to get sprints and get your heart pumping.

Play games with your kids in the water. Quality time with your kids in the summer months can create amazing memories they will forever treasure. Marco Polo is a classic that will have you all moving around the pool. It may not give you the cardio workout that water aerobics or lap swimming does, but it will still get you moving. Sharks and Minnows is another game you can play if your children know how to swim. They will have you zig-zagging across the pool chasing them. Guaranteed you’ll tire out before them, but they will be exhausted at the end of the day too!

Key factors in water exercise is to make sure you are confident in the water before you enter the pool, and that you don’t go in a pool that is deeper than your comfort level. Also, make sure that you always apply and continuously reapply sun block. You want to make sure to protect your skin while in the water. Also, keep well hydrated. Just because you’re in water doesn’t mean your body gets hydrated. You need to consume water too! Drinking plenty of water is key to staying healthy, especially when spending a lot of time outside.

So, stay safe and fit this summer, but don’t forget the fun.

SOCIAL | Memorial Day Classic Photography by Dan Hood The 11th Annual Memorial Day Classic was held at Drake’s Creek Park in Hendersonville and featured 15K and 5K races, as well as a one mile family fun run. All proceeds went directly to fund the Cumberland Crisis Pregnancy Center, a nonprofit ministry that provides counseling to those experiencing crisis pregnancies in Sumner County.

The annual race is held on Memorial Day and there was a salute to the troops with a moving rendition of The Star Spangled Banner before the festivities began and a large American Flag flew right at the finish line. Runners, family and friends were certainly decked out in red, white and blue! For more information about the Memorial Day Classic and the Cumberland Crisis Pregnancy Center, visit the thememorialdayclassic.com and ccpcfriends.org.

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COMMUNITY | Up the Road

Lock 4 Trail

Bike Trail Offers Twists and Turns for Mountain Bikers

BY HOLLIE DEESE

More than ever, people are coming to Sumner County for its outdoor recreation, and a big part of the draw is the 9.6-mile Lock 4 biking trail. One of the longest-standing bike trails in Middle Tennessee, everyone from nationally-recognized racers to avid mountain bikers hit the well-maintained single-track trail, which is always groomed well and fully-laden with natural features that are used to add to the difficulty and enhance the ride.

David Brown, Director of Leisure Services with the City of Gallatin says they bring in lots of state-wide visitors and about five tournaments a year.

“They are rated one of the best mountain bike trails in the mid-state,” David says.

Divided into segments, there are several offshoots for more advanced riders who prefer trick areas in addition to the smooth, winding turns and more moderate climbs and jumps. And with dedicated parking, gorgeous scenery and wildlife anywhere, it is popular with everyone from families to racers. In fact, many people online have dubbed this one of the best spots dedicated to mountain bikers in the state.

subsequent downhill runs. Veering off the trail will give riders the opportunity to ride a significant rock ledge and get some time down by the lake. It is the longest of the three at 5.7 miles.

The West Side Trail is a bit less tricky than South Side, but there are plenty of obstacles that will keep riders on their toes. Usually closed until spring because it tends to stay wet, there is an advanced portion that shoots off from this 1.8-mile trails that beginners should maybe steer clear from.

The easiest part of the run is the East Side Trail, which begins and ends right at the trailhead. Just over two miles itself, there are a number of more advanced offshoots for riders who have gained their confidence after a few runs.

The trails are easily labeled and color-coded at the trailhead, as well as warnings that the black trails are the most advanced sections so if you see an offshoot you will immediately know if it is out of your realm of ability or not.

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COMMUNITY | A Little Something Extra

Kimberley Locke Comes Home for Cosmic Event

BY HOLLIE DEESE

Gallatin is set to welcome back one of its favorite famous singers, Kimberley Locke, when she returns home to headline the Gallatin Eclipse Encounter on August 21st. It’s a natural choice to showcase one of the town’s most unique events with one of the best and brightest to come from the area.

Born in Portland, Kimberley moved to Gallatin as a little girl. Throughout her childhood she could be seen singing around Sumner, starting with her first talent show at Rucker Stewart Elementary. She sang at church, Key-Stewart United Methodist, and then formed a group with her friends Chandra Boone, Selina Robb and Nacole Rice that became quite well known in the community, Shadz of U. “It was really a beautiful thing to have so much love from so many different people,” Kimberley says. “They loved what we were doing. We loved what we were doing. We knew that by using our voices, we were not only uplifting ourselves, but uplifting other people. We knew we all had a gift. We individually had gifts, but collectively our gifts were much more powerful. Now that I think about it, the community support at that young age, was just amazing. You couldn’t really ask for better.”

One person Kimberley says was an inspiration was local vocal coach Vera Warrick.

“She taught us from very early on, you got to practice,you got to practice, you got to practice. So after

school, we were at somebody’s house practicing, every day,” she says. “I kid you not, if we all got together today, we practiced so much that we could sing a song for you and you would think that we practiced every day still.”

When Kimberley and was in junior high she couldn’t wait to audition for the high school choir, led by local music luminary James Story.

Even with all of her experience she was worried she might not make the cut.

“I can remember when he showed up at the junior high school and I was like, ‘Oh my God, I’m meeting him today. This was the day,” she says. “It was such a big deal in my mind because I’d heard so much about the program and the choir and the cabarets and the shows. I wanted to be a part of that, and I wanted him to like me. Honestly, if I didn’t make it into choir, I don’t know what would have happened to me.”

Her talent was undeniable to the Sumner County community, it wasn’t until after she had just graduated from Belmont University when the whole country got to know Kimberley’s voice as a contestant on the wildly popular second season of American Idol where she came in third place to winner Ruben Studdard and runner-up Clay Aiken in 2003.

“It’s full circle,” she says. “Gallatin is where I started. Gallatin is where I cut my chops, so to speak. Gallatin is where I grew up.”

“It’s full circle. Gallatin is where I started.

Gallatin is where I cut my chops, so to speak.

Gallatin is where I grew up.”

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While in town Kimberley will get to spend time with her family, eating some family favorites like fried catfish or the signature soft rolls at O’Charley’s.

“I have some guilty pleasures and I always want a home-cooked meal when I come home,” she says. “I always like to meet up with my friends and just hang out. So the great part about Gallatin now is that there are a lot of places to do that.”

It’s an indulgence the Celebrity Fit Club alum and onetime Jenny Craig spokesperson allows, especially as she has settled into a place of health and body acceptance after having her body discussed on a national level for years.

“My group of friends that I hung out with, we were so confident and we were so strong. But as I got into the industry and I realized there was so much focus on body image, it was not a very pleasant thing for me. When I got approached to be on Celebrity Fit Club, I did not say yes right away. After American Idol I was getting a lot of questions about what it’s like to be plus-sized in Hollywood, which, I really hadn’t given much thought to. But when you’re asked that question over and over again, it does kind of get into your brain.”

Today, Kimberley runs a coaching company, Journey to a Better You, where she helps people navigate their own weight loss. “Sometimes it’s about weight and it’s about food, and sometimes it’s just about managing your life. And I realized that all those things go together.”

Locke says the hometown performance won’t be like any other, for many different reasons. One, she’s pretty excited her nephew will be able to see her on stage for the first time. Another is the fact that many of her bandmates were also high school classmates.

But ultimately it is a way for her to show those all the people who supported her early career here what kind of woman and performer she has become.

“From Mr. Story’s perspective, and the people in our church, they’re going to get to see the grown-up Kimberley on stage, evolved,” she says. “Not the little girl that was standing in front of the church singing on Sundays. It’s just a continuation of what was started in Gallatin a very long time ago.”

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COMMUNITY | In Your Backyard

THE SIGHT OF A LIFETIME

BY CATHERINE ROYKA

Maps courtesy of Michael Zeiler, GreatAmericanEclipse.com

Millions of Americans will be heading outside on Monday, August 21 to see the long-awaited total solar eclipse. It has almost been 500 years since this area has experienced a total solar eclipse like this. And guess what Sumner County? We are one of the top destinations to have the best view of this spectacular total solar eclipse, with almost two minutes and forty seconds of totality (darkness) in most places across Tennessee.

If you are not familiar with a total solar eclipse, it is remarkable in that the moon will almost completely block the sun for a period of time, yet the sun and moon are not close to the same size as all, although they may look like they are in the sky. This will occur during the day time, and the moon will completely block the sun for a period of time and the sky will turn dark. The path of totality is only

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seventy miles wide, touches no land outside the United States, with Nashville as the largest city in its path. Across Middle Tennessee, the time of complete totality will occur just before 1:30pm, with partial eclipse sighting before noon and close to 3pm.

Tennessee is one of the few (and lucky) states that will be able to see this. The Great American Eclipse can only be seen from twelve select states, with less than three minutes of totality in every state. States that can view this special eclipse include, Oregon, Idaho, Wyoming, Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. The Great American Eclipse estimated that Tennessee is the closest destination for 55 million Americans, with a possible 360,000 to 1,440,000 people traveling to Tennessee on eclipse day.

Where can you see this remarkable sight you might ask? We’ve highlighted a couple places sponsored by the Sumner County chambers and Visit Sumner County that are having celebrations and watch parties to see the solar eclipse.

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ING! For those th at are new to experiencing totality and would like to attempt taking some photographs, refrain from photog raphy and so ak up the experience!

No camera c an capture the full rang e of light, da rkness and colors. Addit ionally, most locations will have protecti ve eye gear av ailable, and you should u se these on th e day of the eclipse to pro tect your eye s.

GALLATIN THE GALLATIN TN ECLIPSE ENCOUNTER

This event has been in the works for a while and will include a special musical performance from Kimberly Locke (Sumner County native), second runner up in the 2003 American Idol season. The day begins at 9am with a yoga session taught by Romy Kirby, followed by hours of music, food trucks, local vendors and a kid’s zone. Safety glasses will be provided to participants for properly viewing the eclipse.

The estimated time of the eclipse will begin at 1:27pm, RSVP on Eventbrite to ensure you have a ticket to this can’t-miss eclipse viewing event. Visit gallatintn.org for more event information.

GOODLETTSVILLE

GET ECLIPSED IN GOODLETTSVILLE The City of Goodlettsville and Goodlettsville Area Chamber of Commerce are hosting a kick-off party on Sunday evening before their eclipse party on Monday. The community is encouraged to come out for music and food trucks on the grounds of the Bowen House in Moss-Wright Park from 5-7pm. The “Get Eclipsed in Goodlettsville,” event on Monday, August 21 will also be held at Moss-Wright Park from 9am-4pm. Eclipse-goers will receive a free pair of protective glasses to view the eclipse. To cool things off, the Goodlettsville Fire Department will be hosting “water wars” at 10:30am. Visit goodlettsvillechamber.com for more event information.

PORTLAND COME EXPERIENCE THE TOTAL ECLIPSE WEEKEND

Leading up to the eclipse on Monday, August 21, there will be several activities over the weekend to prepare for the big event!

On Saturday, August 19, a classic car show will be on display in downtown Portland, followed by a free Music on Main Street Concert featuring “Four on the Floor.” On Sunday evening, head to Main Street in Portland to dine at the Farm-to-Table dinner underneath string lights draped across downtown. On Eclipse day, various locations across Sumner County will be hosting viewing parties like, Sumner Crest Winery, Richland Park and Meadowbrook Park. Visit portlandcofc.com for more event information.

WHITE HOUSE DISCOVER TOTALITY

Before their main event, The White House Area Chamber of Commerce and City of White House is hosting an Eclipse Movie night at the Soccer Complex. On August 20, they will be playing Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Along with the movie, there will be costume contests, Jedi training, food and appearances by some special guests. The main event on August 21, Discover Totality, will feature live feeds from NASA, food trucks, live music and more at the Soccer Complex. Be on the lookout for more information at whitehousechamber.org.

Check out Visit Sumner County’s website, visitsumnertn.com for updates on eclipse events around Sumner. For more information on the total solar eclipse, additional maps, facts and the best places to view the eclipse, visit greatamericaneclipse.com.

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LIFESTYLE | A Spirited Conversation

BLENDED BURGER PROJECT 2017 WITH CITY WINERY NASHVILLE

Executive Chef Garrett Pittler is back again to throw down for the James Beard Foundation’s Blended Burger Project. Made with a beef and cremini blend patty, Tennessee Brew Works Cutaway IPA, fried enoki mushrooms and red cabbage sauerkraut piled high on a pretzel bun, the Beer Cheese Cremini Burger will be offered in the City Winery Nashville restaurant and venue from May 29 until July 31.

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City Winery is Nashville’s only urban winery, concert venue, restaurant/bar and private event space. Although City Winery does produce locally-made wine right in the heart of downtown Nashville, there is also a full bar available. And don’t forget - we even sell wine on Sundays!

The James Beard Foundation’s mission is to celebrate, nurture, and honor chefs and other leaders making America's food culture more delicious, diverse, and sustainable for everyone.

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these same values, all for the sake of a delicious burger, is an opportunity not to be missed. I've competed in years past and always enjoyed the community aspect the Blended Burger Project inspires, and I'm excited to return this year with Doug Jefford and Heifer International at my side.”

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SOCIAL | Music on Main Photography by Dan Hood The Portland Chamber of Commerce and the City of Portland kicked off their summer concert series “Music on Main” with The Martin Family Circus, on Main Street in downtown Portland.

Members of the community were encouraged to bring their lawn chairs and dancing shoes, as they were treated to live music, barbecue, refreshments, a live viewing of the Nashville Predators game and the Portland farmer’s market. The event is free and continues this summer on July 13 with The Jimmy Church Band and on August 19 with Four on the Floor. You can learn more at The Portland Chamber of Commerce’s website portlandcofc.com.

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LIFESTYLE | Eat, Drink & Be Merry

SOUTHERN SUMMER FISH FRY

BY JIM HAGY, OWNER OF CHEF’S MARKET

With warmer days and nights still cool, the thoughts of a good Southern fish fry comes to mind. I grew up on the banks of the Tennessee River, and my grandfather Norvin took the fish fry to another level. In a log shack on the banks of the river that his grandfather had built for staging goods to be loaded on steamboats, Norvin took great pleasure in entertaining friends and family with what many claimed was the best fried catfish around. The building was nicknamed the Catfish Hotel

by Norvin’s friends who frequently borrowed and used it as a fish camp.

The idea to open a restaurant in that log shack came from Governor Browning during a political gathering that Norvin hosted in his honor. In 1938, the Hagy Catfish Hotel officially opened and has been serving the same great catfish and hush-puppies ever since. Today, the third generation of Hagys continues the tradition, making the restaurant one of the oldest family-owned in the country.

With our roots deep in the catfish business, a fish fry is a year-round affair to the Hagy family, though most Southern towns equate this community event as an indicator that summer has arrived. With that in mind, we’re sharing a few family secrets on how to freshen up your standard summer barbecue and embrace the Southern tradition of the summer fish fry. We are sharing recipes for fried catfish, hushpuppies and a lemon rub pie straight from the Hagy kitchen to yours with a bonus recipe of our jicama orange cole slaw online at yoursumner.com.

We hope your long summer days are filled with cookouts and fish frys and that our recipes shared here are used to start your own family traditions. Or pack up the family and head southwest for about 150 miles until you reach Shiloh and let the Hagys do the frying for you!

Chef ’s Market Catering & Restaurant is a full-service catering company that continues to be celebrated as a leader in culinary skill and presentation, voted as Best Caterer in Nashville for the past five consecutive years. Chef ’s Market offers catering and take-away options for both large and small events, from formal corporate galas to casual inoffice get-togethers and outdoor affairs. Its Goodlettsville, Tennessee restaurant serves customer favorites for lunch and dinner Monday – Saturday. Visit chefsmarket.com for more information and menu selections.

Hagy’s Catfish Hotel is a located on the banks of the beautiful Tennessee River in Shiloh, Tennessee. It is open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Reservations are accepted. For more information, visit catfishhotel.com.

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Tennessee Fried Catfish 2 quarts’ peanut oil 3 cups fine corn meal 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup salt 1 teaspoon white pepper 2 quarts’ ice cold water 8 catfish fillets, 7-8 ounces each Heat the peanut oil in a 5-quart Dutch oven over high heat until it reaches 350°F on a deep-fry thermometer. Cut excess fat from the catfish fillet; place in ice cold water.

Whisk the cornmeal, flour and salt together in a shallow dish. Lift the catfish from the water and allow the excess water to drip off. Lightly dredge the catfish in the breading mixture.

Gently add the fillets, two at a time, to the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 5 to 6 minutes. Remove the fried fillets to a cooling rack set over a paper towel lined pan. Repeat method with remaining fillets.

Arrange the catfish on a serving platter and serve immediately. Serves 4 Tip: Not all catfish are the same. If possible, know the source. Look for catfish that have a very firm flesh and little fat and, of course, no fishy smell. The best catfish come from well-circulated ponds and rivers. If buying farm raised catfish, look for never frozen, United States pond (preferably Mississippi) raised only.

Light and Fluffy Hushpuppies 1 cup self-rising white cornmeal 1/2 cup self-rising white flour 1/2 medium onion, chopped fine 2 ounces hot water 1 Tablespoon peanut oil 1 egg (room temperature) 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 7 ounces buttermilk (room temperature) 2 quarts’ peanut oil Stir egg, oil, water and buttermilk together. Slowly add flour to the mixture while stirring. Next quickly stir in the corn meal mixture.

Do not over stir. Cover and let rise in a warm spot for one hour.

In a Dutch oven, heat peanut oil to 350°F. Using a Tablespoon, gently drop hushpuppy mixture in the oil, getting the spoon as close to the oil as possible. Cook 90 seconds then turn with a slotted spoon. Cook one additional minute.

Lemon Rub Pie 1 3/4 cups sugar 2 Tablespoons self-rising white cornmeal 1 Tablespoon self-rising flour 4 eggs 1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted 1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup lemon juice 2 Tablespoons grated lemon peel 1 pie crust (9 inch), unbaked Preheat oven to 375°F. Stir together sugar, corn meal and flour in mixing bowl. Add eggs, butter, milk, lemon juice and lemon peel; beat with electric mixer on medium speed until blended and smooth.

Pour filling into pastry shell. Bake for 25 to 35 minutes or until knife inserted one inch from center comes out clean and top is brown. Do not over-bake. Cool on wire rack. Serves 6

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Photography by Haley Anthony Taste of Gallatin is the successful and highly anticipated event held by the Gallatin Chamber of Commerce which showcases restaurants, caterers, groceries and other businesses from the Gallatin area. Now in its 10th year, the event was held at the Gallatin Civic Center for local restaurants to offer samples of anything from appetizers, entrees, desserts and drinks. Live music was provided by Middle Tennessee resident, Mark Galant. To learn more about the Gallatin Chamber of Commerce and their events, visit gallatintn.org.

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FEATURE | Distinctively Southern Gentlemen

Royal Adventures

BY CATHERINE ROYKA

Chef Darren McGrady has worn many hats during his career, the most prominent hat you may know him for is his “royal chef hat” from his fifteen years working as a chef for the British royal family.

“I remember Princess Diana saying on more than one occasion “Darren, you make the best Bread and Butter Pudding in the world.’”

Looking for another new experience to add to his palate, Darren moved to Dallas, Texas where he was offered a job.

“It was a real culture shock, I didn’t expect to move to Dallas,” says Darren discussing “My mother was a chef and she the big move from would say to me, ‘You have the London to Dallas concentration of a two-yearwith his family. He old, so you’re either going to go was determined to to culinary school to be a chef stay a year and see or go into something different. what it was like.

You could never be a builder, Darren, his wife you’d lay the foundation and and three children you’d get bored,’” says Darren. have been there “It’s true, thirty odd years later since. Aside from cooking, I get bored doing the wearing just his same menu. I could never do a chef hat, he is also restaurant. So, to do one event a public speaker, and change the whole menu up, author and owner I enjoy that.” of Eating Royally Fine Dining and Darren began his career at Personal Chef the Savoy Hotel in London Service. and then moved to the Royal Chef Darren McGrady at the Factory Kitchen at Buckingham Palace in Franklin, speaking at the DAR “I have two chef for eleven years where he hats that I wear,” Royal Spring Luncheon in April. cooked for the royal family on says Darren. “One a daily basis and assisted with events. At is my royal chef side where I speak at charity the Palace, he cooked for more than 100 events and do presentations and discuss my different kings, queens and five presidents. fifteen years with the royal family and help Following his time at the Royal Kitchen, fundraise. At the same time, I have my own Princess Diana asked Darren to become her catering company in Dallas private chef at Kensington Palace, where he called Eating Royally.” prepared meals for Princess Diana, William and Harry.

Darren’s catering company in Dallas, Eating Royally “The princess always talked about moving was named after his first to America. Whenever she was in LA, New cookbook he released on York or Chicago, she would say, ‘Darren the 10th anniversary of her we have got to move to America.’ I would passing. Darren donated all of say, ‘Your royal highness let me pack a few his advance and royalties from clothes and the juicer (she liked her fresh the cookbook to the Elizabeth juice in the morning), and then we will go Glaser Pediatric Aids tomorrow,’” Darren says with a chuckle.

Foundation, a foundation

that Princess Diana was very passionate about. The cookbook shares stories and more than 100 recipes from his fifteen years cooking for them. These recipes were the “retro 1970s recipes.”

This year marks the 20th year of her passing, and Darren is releasing his second cookbook to commemorate the Princess. The second cookbook, The Royal Chef at Home – Easy Seasonal Entertaining showcases recipes that are for everyday cooking at home with innovative and creative recipes that help you throw fabulous parties and events.

“I talked about my first Thanksgiving and what I prepared,” says Darren.

“Thanksgiving in the south was amazing.

So, wait, sweet potato with melted marshmallows, seriously? I mean it’s crazy!

It’s a fun, anecdotal book too.”

Darren’s focus for his cookbooks and presentations is discussing how much Princess Diana gave back and how she inspired so many people around the world. She was the patron of more than 119 charities and encouraged so many to do philanthropic and charity work.

When she joined a charity, profits went up astronomically. With his presentations, Darren homes to share something inspirational with his listeners and what he leaned from the royal family.

For more information on Chef Darren McGrady, his experiences and cookbooks, visit theroyalchef.com.

Bread and Butter Pudding

I remember Princess Diana saying on more than one occasion, “Darren, you make the best Bread and Butter Pudding in the world” I am not sure that I do, but it was as much a thrill when she told Nigel Dempster, (the Royal Reporter of the Daily Mail in London) the same and he printed it in his column. I have to admit though that this dessert is the one I am asked to “bring to parties” the most when visiting friends.

INGREDIENTS

PREPARATION

12 slices of firm white bread, crusts removed ½ cup unsalted butter, melted 9 egg yolks 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 2/3 cup milk 1 ¾ cups heavy cream ½ cup raisins 1/3 cup Amaretto ½ cup flaked almonds (toasted) 1 3qt casserole dish or 10 5fl ounces ramekins

Soak the raisins the night before in the Amaretto and cover with plastic wrap. Leave at room temperature. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cut a quarter of the bread into ½ -inch cubes and place in the bottom of the dish. Then top with the raisins adding the liquid too.

In a heavy based pan bring the cream and milk to a boil. Whisk the egg yolks, sugar and vanilla in a bowl together and carefully whisk in the boiling cream and milk.

Pour the warm egg mixture over the diced bread. Cut the remaining bread into triangles or circles. Dip in the melted butter and place on top of the egg mixture.

Bake in the center of the oven for about 20-30 minutes. It will only set like custard because of using egg yolks and no whites.

Remove from the oven and allow to cool. Sprinkle with the toasted flaked almonds. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream and a compote of berries – and lots of heavy cream of course. Serves 6-8

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Now, back away from that box of same-old pops. These surprising DIY popsicles prove it’s easy — and cool — to be different.

As kids, no summer was complete without some Bomb Pops or Fudgsicles from the ice cream truck. But delicious hot-weather popsicles aren’t just for the kids.

These inventive homemade frozen desserts are perfect for your next al fresco party. You’ll never settle for store-bought ice pops again.

Raspberry Lemonade Popsicles

Lemon infused vanilla yogurt swirled with sweet fresh raspberries and frozen into a popsicle is the perfect summertime treat for kids and adults alike.

1 cup fresh raspberries 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar 12 ounces’ vanilla yogurt 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice Zest from 1 lemon

Cookies and Coconut Cream Popsicles

This vegan pop is a decadently creamy yet dairy-free option. Coconut milk freezes hard and doesn’t get icy like milk based popsicles. It is also high in healthy fats so you can feel good about eating it.

14 ounce can coconut milk Approximately 12 Oreo cookies 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Shake the can of coconut milk well. Pour it into a small mixing bowl and add vanilla, whisk until completely combined.

Take 6 to 8 cookies and crush them by placing them in a small food processor. Fold the crushed cookies into the coconut milk, being careful not to over-mix.

Spoon a small amount of the mixture into the bottom of 5 popsicle molds. Insert a whole cookie into each of the molds. Fill the molds with the rest of the cookies and cream mixture. Carefully insert a popsicle stick into the molds, the stick will fit right into the filling of the cookie and stand by itself.

Place fresh raspberries in a fine mesh strainer and press with a rubber spatula, continuing to stir and press until all the juice is in the bowl and only the seeds and some skin remain in the strainer. Discard seeds. Add the granulated sugar into the raspberry purée. Stir to combine. Set aside.

In a mixing bowl, add in the yogurt, lemon juice and lemon zest. Stir to incorporate. Scoop the yogurt evenly into four popsicle mold cavities.

Pour the raspberry purée into each mold to reach the top. Using a knife or a skewer, poke the raspberry purée down into the yogurt mixture until it’s mixed to your liking. Avoid stirring.

Place the popsicle sticks or tops in.

Freeze overnight until set. To remove the popsicles, run hot water on the outside of the mold for about 20 seconds. Pull popsicles out and serve.

Makes 4 popsicles

Key Lime Pie Popsicles In Key West, they serve frozen slices of key lime pie on sticks dipped in chocolate. If you’ve ever had it, it’s not something you’ll soon forget. Here’s my nod to key lime pie on a stick and to those summertime Key West vibes.

3/4 cup of key lime juice Zest from 2 limes 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk 1 cup half-and-half 1 1/2 cups graham crackers, finely ground (I grind them in a food processor) 2 Tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon salt 6 Tablespoons butter, melted Whisk together key lime juice, lime zest, condensed milk, and half-and-half until thoroughly combined. Pour into popsicle molds and place the popsicle sticks or tops in. Freeze overnight until set. To remove the popsicles, run hot water on the outside of the mold for about 20 seconds.

To make graham cracker crumble, combine graham crackers, sugar, salt and melted butter until you reach the consistency of wet sand.

Freeze until solid (overnight is best). To remove the popsicles, run hot water on the outside of the mold for about 20 seconds.

Pull popsicles out and serve.

Press each side of the popsicles into the graham cracker crumble and return to freezer until ready to serve.

Makes 5 popsicles

Makes 8 popsicles

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FEATURE | Your Community Partners

DISTINCTIVELY SOUTHERN

GENTLEMEN

There are numerous notable gentlemen in Sumner County. So many that, in fact, it is difficult to choose only a few to feature every year in our annual issue for the gentlemen. However, we narrowed down our list to bring to you our 2017 Distinctively Southern Gentlemen. These men are community leaders, business owners, philanthropists, preservation enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, movers and shakers, and they are true southern gentlemen. They are the faces you see out and about supporting your community in various ways. Distinction means excellence that sets someone or something apart from others and these men truly do set themselves apart.

KEVIN MCCUNE Kevin McCune is originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and moved to Hendersonville in 2015.

“I grew up in a small town north of Pittsburgh where generations of families knew each other. It was a peaceful and tight-knit community, which supported the hard-working local businesses,” Kevin says.

“Sumner County and specifically, Hendersonville, feels the same way to me. And although the growth is coming from all over the country, there is still a proud heritage from the generations still living here and the “small-town” feeling which I have thoroughly enjoyed.”

Kevin is currently the General Manager of Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club.

In his position, he works with a board of directors and employee partners to help strengthen behind-thescenes club operations as well as improving members’ experiences. He has over twenty-five years of experience in club operations as well as in managing private and resort club operations. “On paper, the role of the General Manager at a country club is to be the leader of the organization – you set direction, allocate resources and ensure execution to provide value and enjoyment to the lifestyle of your membership.

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to be in line with their successful business model of ‘Building Relationships and Enriching Lives.’”

PROGRESS

He has managed clubs such as The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club, Captiva Island Golf Club, Naples Harbour Yacht Club and The Plantation Club at The Dunes of Naples in Southwest Florida.

His inspiration is that of constructive progress. “I view my professional and personal life like I’m on a treadmill – constantly moving forward, tripping on occasion, but getting stronger with every step. Regardless of accolades or recognition, knowing that you’ve given it everything you have to make it better for the people in your life is very a very rewarding feeling for me,” Kevin says.

Kevin’s greatest achievements are his three children who live in Southwest Florida. When he’s not working or visiting his children, he enjoys spending time on the lake or going downtown and finding new restaurants. “It’s not quite the Gulf of Mexico, but I quickly found that it was the laughter of good friends and not the water that I cherished most,” says Kevin.

“I’m humbled to be considered a “Gentleman of Distinction,” as I don’t self-reflect in that way,” says Kevin. “I was raised to be honest, respect others (especially my elders), follow the rules, tell the truth, be accountable for your actions and that there is nothing more important than the love of family. I guess those lessons have carried me well through life thus far and I’m simply trying to maintain that standard with the people in my life.”

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STORIES

JEFF HENTSCHEL Jeff Hentschel is a storyteller. Jeff was the Communications Director of Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development as well as a Commercial Producer at CBS in Knoxville. At CBS, he made scores of thirty-second stories for clients. He also worked as the manager of a live-event company, and over the years has worked with people like Joan Rivers, Dick Clark, Lorrie Morgan, and Dolly Parton.

“I’ve been extremely lucky to have jobs that require creative writing, video production, and graphic design—tasks I enjoy doing every single day,” Jeff says.

He is currently the Communications Director of the City of Gallatin telling Gallatin’s story. For example, the “City of Silence” videos that he and historian Kenneth C. Thomson Jr. are releasing about the Gallatin City Cemetery. These videos focus on local figures such as Vena Stuart and Eliza Allen Houston and have become wildly popular with more than 20,000 views on their social media sites.

His greatest work and personal accomplishment was while he was working as the spokesperson for the Tennessee Department of Labor during the recession. “At that time, the unemployment system was severely strained, and our staff of less than 100 employees were struggling to handle more than a million calls a month. The media across the state targeted us daily with stories of folks who were desperate for help. I was one of two people who created an online ticketing system, which turned around our customer service overnight. That project made me realize that you can actually improve people’s lives with hard work,” Jeff says.

Jeff has lived in Hendersonville for sixteen years but has worked in Nashville until he became Gallatin’s Communication’s Director. Now he enjoys working closer to home. “Sumner County just feels like home. Now that I work in the county where I live, it has really amplified that connection. Don’t get me wrong I do love our noisy neighbor Nashville, but the hum of the county is as comfortable to me as a fried pie or a summertime BLT,” Jeff says.

“Sumner County just feels like home. Now that I work in the county where I live, it has really amplified that connection.”

He is the proud owner of a Triumph motorcycle. It’s bright orange, the perfect color for the University of Tennessee at Knoxville alum. “I often ride to Gallatin to see the lake or ride through the City Cemetery. Sometimes I’ll take Highway 25 to Cottontown to visit the longhorns or see how far I can go in any direction without getting on the interstate.”

He and his wife, a Sumner Country native, have been married for sixteen years. If he could change anything about Sumner County he would strengthen the sense of community in Sumner. “In Virginia Beach in the early 80s, I remember my basset hound Sam would run away once a month or so. Kids in the neighborhood would bring her back because everyone knew she was our dog. While the internet has made the entire world a smaller place, there is still something tangible in knowing your neighbors,” Jeff says.

He compares his inspiration to the introduction of the “cronut.” Just like the merge and unique combination of croissant pastry and donut preparation, created something new and innovative, he strives to take an ordinary story and build it into a creative narrative.

“Capturing the emotion of a story with the right angle, using tools like HD video, drones, graphics and live streaming has raised the bar on how I approach every project,” Jeff says.

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GIVING

HOMER BRADLEY Homer Bradley has had a pretty great eighty-eight years, though really it is the people around him who have had it really good, benefiting from his lifelong commitment to community and volunteerism.

His awards and honors are countless for his work with the DAR, the Sumner County Food Bank, the Gallatin Chamber of Commerce and so much more. For the past nine years he has been a full-time volunteer at Morningside of Gallatin and estimates he has put in about 15,000 hours at the pet-friendly assisted living facility, after clocking ten years and 10,000 hours volunteering at Sumner Regional Medical Center.

At Morningside you can find him there all day every day during the week, helping out in the dining room and taking over desk duties when needed.

“Most anything that needs doing, they have me to do it,” he says.

He even gets to spend time with a few old friends he went to school with, now residents at Morningside. “I know quite a few people in Sumner County and Gallatin because I’ve been here a long time,” he says.

Born in Cairo, a bit in the country and off the lake, Bradley has never left his family farm, and never wanted to. “This is the most beautiful spot of the world. Why would I leave?” he says.

He has one daughter who teaches at Gallatin High School – “That’s all I wanted and that’s what God sent me,” he says – as well as two grandsons and two great granddaughters. He gets up every Sunday for church and takes time to enjoy all the natural assets – and booming progress – that Sumner has to offer.

“I enjoy coming to Gallatin and seeing all the beautiful churches and the state of the art library, then going out into the country and seeing all the beautiful fields, some of them full of wheat, some of them full of cattle,” he says. “Then the main thing is just the good people here in Sumner County.”

has put Gallatin in the spotlight on a worldwide level, with anywhere from 66,000-264,000 people anticipated to converge to Gallatin on the August 21st event.

But even with all of the excitement the total solar eclipse is bringing in is the day-to-day life Bradley loves most of all.

“Getting up in the morning and being able to get dressed and driving and doing the volunteer work that I do. I have a good family. Going to church, being able to come out to Morningside. Being able to go to all these functions that I enjoy going to, like with the Chamber of Commerce – it’s things like this that I really enjoy,” he says.

But he does have a piece of advice for people who are aiming to live a life as fulfilled as his: “Be real kind and have a lot of love. Try to treat everybody like you would love for them to treat you.”

Bradley remembers when Krystal, one of the only restaurants in town, still sold hamburgers for a nickel and is constantly amazed at the growth in the area. And turning eighty-nine on June 30th, he is really looking forward to the once-in-a-lifetime eclipse that

“Getting up in the morning and being able to get dressed and driving and doing the volunteer work that I do...it’s things like this that I really enjoy.”

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IMPACT

SCOTT COUCH While Scott Couch has not lived in Sumner County all his life, it is most definitely home to him now. Scott is from Kentucky as well as a Western Kentucky University (WKU) alum. Scott worked in Nashville for commercial radio stations throughout college, and after graduating from WKU, moved to Sumner County with his wife when they had their first child.

“I knew one day, the novelty of taking music requests from listeners (at that time teenagers) would wear off,” Scott says. “I studied journalism and government thinking I could marry my love of broadcasting and telling stories important to people in my viewing/listening area…The people in Sumner County simply reminded us of the folks back home. That is to say folks who will ‘love you’ if you’ll let them. The people of this county continue to be great to me and my family and we do our best to ‘love’ them right back.”

Scott is currently the news anchor for the 9pm and 10pm Fox 17 News WZTV in Nashville.

“I have long viewed myself as a public servant inasmuch as everything I do in my job is focused on my neighbors. Our viewers are my customers in a sense. They have choices of whom they wish to receive their news from. I believe if I keep a servant’s heart, and keep my viewers interests in focus, I’m right where I need to be professionally.

As a fairly visible member of the community, I feel a responsibility to share whatever talents I have for the betterment of my community. That includes volunteering at my child’s school, serving on the board of directors of my home owners association, serving on nonprofit boards and making frequent appearances before civic groups either as a guest speaker or an emcee for charitable fundraising events,” Scott says.

One of his favorite things about Sumner County is Long Hollow Pike because of how its beauty represents that of anywhere in Middle Tennessee.

Scott’s inspiration is his children, and he attributes fatherhood as his greatest achievement. “I want my children to have even greater opportunities than those afforded to me. I want my children to have the confidence to try anything they have a passion for knowing dad and mom are there to help them

“My greatest moments are those when I can give someone who isn’t being heard a voice.”

and catch them if they stumble. To me, outside teaching them about Jesus, that’s about the best gift there is,” Scott says.

Promoting awareness of local issues using his professional platform is something he takes very seriously. “My greatest moments are those when I can give someone who isn’t being heard a voice,” Scott says. “Several stories stand out but perhaps none more than a Sumner County woman who needed a life-saving transplant operation to survive. She had Tenncare insurance but the provider she chose under the Tenncare umbrella considered the procedure experimental. Every other provider in the Tenncare program covered the procedure. Sharing that story publicly convinced her insurance company to cover the procedure. She lived for many more years in our county. Stories like that stick with you. It reminds you of why you’re here and how your service really can impact lives.”

Being a “gentleman of distinction” for Scott means many things. It means being trustworthy, someone who follows through on his word. Being a gentleman is owning up to mistakes and living out chivalry, being honorable in both victory and defeat.

“Being a gentleman also means disagreeing agreeably,” Scott says. “I believe people of good conscience can simply disagree on what’s right or the best course of action. There doesn’t have to be a villain. If I live out my beliefs, then any “distinction” will be in the minds of my family, my neighbors and the people I try to serve.”

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HEART

NICK HUGHES Originally from the East End of London, Nick Hughes now calls Hendersonville home along with his wife Roxy and a few horses too. He has worked, traveled and had incredible experiences all over the world, specializing in the management of gaming, live racing, operational management and has opened some of the most profitable and largest casinos all around the world. Nick knew from a young age the importance of having a humble heart and working hard from his family and experiences.

“I came from a loving family, very hard-working but we didn’t have a lot,” says Nick. “My dad always had great ambitions. They were definitely hard-working and they instilled that in me. I’m very open about coming from what you might call the wrong side of the tracks.”

After leaving school at the age of fifteen, Nick began his career at nineteen, starting as a trainee dealer at the Playboy Club in London. From there, he worked in the Bahamas and on cruise ships, trying his hand in the gaming business.

After about eight years building up his experience, Nick moved back to London, tried a different career path and opened a bar, settled down for a bit and got married and had two children. “That’s really all I wanted after this gallivanting around to different countries,” says Nick.

After life had settled down temporarily, out of the blue, someone Nick had worked with became the private partner with the Pritzker family who owned the Hyatt corporation at the time. The Hyatt corporation decided they wanted to venture into the gaming business and called Nick to ask if he would move to Greece briefly to open the biggest casino in Europe. He was asked to stay for six weeks, but ended up staying and soon became the president of gaming there.

“We had casinos all over the United States and as far away as Azerbaijan, Spain, the Philippines, Greece…nine or ten casinos all over the world,” he says. After six years in Greece, Nick moved to Argentina and worked closely with another Pritzker family member and managed at a senior level at various casinos there. “I was very lucky, I had a great career and it was hugely rewarding.”

While working in Argentina, Nick met Roxy, his wife and they have been married for almost fourteen years. When they both moved to the United States, Nick moved thinking life would slow down a bit. But, life did not slow down as Nick became the general manager and senior vice president of Kentucky Downs, a horse racing track and entertainment center in Franklin, Kentucky. “Is it still busy? Yes. Is it still hectic? Yes. But it needs to be,” says Nick.

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Along with a group, Nick helped purchase Kentucky Downs in 2007, and has helped grow the company from about twenty employees to well over 160 today.

Although there were a couple of setbacks, it never stopped him, as Kentucky Downs has flourished with some of the highest purses in the United States for horse racing and with new gaming attractions increasing each year.

“Our book is sold out within forty-eight hours when we announce our next race,” says Nick who believes it has been exciting seeing Kentucky Downs grow and the regeneration of racing in Kentucky.

When they moved to the area, they had an idea of what they wanted for a place to call home. “My wife is very much a social person and wanted to be near to the city,” says Nick. “What could be better than to be in Hendersonville.

Twenty-five minutes to Kentucky and twenty-five minutes to the city.”

“We have a great and happy life here,” says Nick. “I am truly blessed.” Their life has not slowed down, but they wouldn’t have it any other way.

“This is the greatest country in the world for opportunity and acceptance,” exclaims Nick. “Still in England, my accent would denote what they think I should be. If you want to be successful, you will be successful. You need to take some time to realize what is important in life,” he says. “The simplest of people are the most gracious of people. To the other extent, it is not about how much money you have, not about your academic qualification. I’ve lived in different countries, I’ve lived with different types of people and I’ve learned it’s not all about where you came from.”

Nick has always kept his humble heart and is thankful for where his work and experiences have led him.

To hear more about Nick Hughes’ story, visit our website at yoursumner.com, our Facebook page @YourSumner or our YouTube channel.

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WELCOME TO 2455 LONG HOLLOW PIKE Nestled in the heart of Hendersonville near the northern shores of Old Hickory Lake, lies this 13.8 acre, immaculate equestrian estate. Located a couple of miles from all the great amenities and award-winning schools Hendersonville has to offer, along with being only twenty-four miles from downtown Nashville, you will feel worlds away in this paradise of peace and tranquility that comes with equestrian living. The fully fenced and gated property features a 4,600 sq ft home with three bedrooms, three and a half baths, two offices, a theater room and a rec room with wet bar.

With more than $200,000 in recent upgrades and renovations to the entire property, nothing has been overlooked to make this a horse lover’s dream.

HOME IS WHERE YOUR HORSE IS

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Equine enthusiasts will appreciate this very well-equipped working property. There are four large interconnected fenced paddocks and a stocked fresh water pond with fountain. The completely remodeled main stable has four large stalls including an oversized birthing stall, a tack and feed room, an office and 1st and 2nd floor hay storage along with electric and water. Also featured is a 140’x75’ fenced riding arena that has been resurfaced with 4” of sand footing and has an attached four stall open stable with a private covered spectator box.

THE BACKYARD OASIS The outdoor space of this home is perfect for entertaining and relaxing.

It has a large, newly refinished gunite pool surrounded by stone and tile with waterfalls, fountain, sundeck and a large gazebo. There is also a fully-equipped outdoor kitchen with lighted pergola and huge custom stone fireplace with sitting area. The poolside two-story private guesthouse, comes complete with living room, kitchen, bedroom and full bath. It is the ultimate place for hosting friends and family.

HOME SWEET HOME The interior of this spacious home features many custom finishes. The newly remodeled kitchen boasts new paint, custom cabinets, a butler’s pantry, Miele appliances with granite and tile floors.

The large cozy family room features coffered ceilings, a gas or wood burning fireplace, and finished hardwoods. To top it off, the entire master suite has been fully remodeled with handmade custom trim and finishes, built-in closet, new flooring and a private entrance from the pool area. The elegant master bath has imported tile and marble, new garden spa, and an oversized shower with stained glass skylight.

THE EXTRAS As if all of that wasn’t enough, there are many more great features to this estate. Some of the extras of this property include a beautiful electric entry gate with speaker box and phone control; a twocar attached and an oversized two-car detached garage with a large bonus area above; a screenedin sunroom; almost eight acres of underground dog fence; four acres of well-fed irrigation; a koi pond and a beautiful southern look cottage house that could easily be a workshop or even finished into an in-law apartment.

This property is truly a horse lover’s dream. To view more exciting features of this spectacular property go to 2455longhollowpike.com or contact Barb or Jeff to schedule a private tour.

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Summer is here, and that means home sales in Sumner County will only continue to heat up as we head into prime shopping season. That means there is little relief in sight for people in the market to buy as prices continue to rise and inventory continues to shrink.

“It looks like more of the same,” says Oliver Barry, president of the Sumner Association of Realtors, of the spring sales stats. “More closings, higher median sale price. Less inventory at the end of the month.”

And Sumner will remain hot this summer as buyers who continue to get priced out of Nashville, especially after Davidson County’s recent property value increase of a record median 37 percent since 2013. Some neighborhoods increased by much, much more, like District 5’s East Nashville, whose value increased by an astonishing 93 percent.

Residential median home prices crept up $5,000 in April over March with nearly the same number of closings – 332 in April vs. 331 in March. However, homes were on the market nearly a full week less, lasting just forty-six days on the market on average in April.

Comparing prices in residential homes this year over last and there is no surprise that prices are higher, inventory is lower and days on the market have shortened considerable over the same time last year. In April 2016 the median sales price was $234,000, $31,000 less than April 2017. Days on the market were nearly twenty less this year, and inventory dropped by nearly 150 units in the same time period.

There is little relief in sight for people in the market to buy as prices continue to rise and inventory continues to shrink.

Condo prices and sales continue to be strong too leading into the summer. In April, there were twenty-four condo closings at a median price of $185,492. During the same time last year there were just eleven condo closings at a median price of $137,000. That means in one year condo prices increased by nearly 40 percent.

Even more telling perhaps though is time on the market. This April condos lasted just twenty-four days on average before selling. In 2016? A much longer ninety-one days.

New construction is certainly easing the strain, but builders are having a hard time keeping pace with demand too, everywhere from Gallatin to White House.

615-822-6234 Tile and Stone Designs 143 New Shackle Island Road, Suite 14 Hendersonville, TN 37075

The Sumner Association of Realtors (SAR) represents nearly 500 members throughout Sumner and Macon counties. SAR is dedicated to serving their members in Middle Tennessee with the products and services they offer and to provide the resources needed for members to gain the professional edge in the real estate industry. For more information about SAR, visit sumnercountyrealtors.com.

The 2017 SAR officers are President Oliver Barry of Parks Realty, President Elect Steve Shrum of Keller Williams, First Vice President Wendy Suttle of Keller Williams and Secretary/ Treasurer Ed Andrews of Exit Real Estate Solutions.

Welcome to Elmwood 2535 Highway 31E • Gallatin, TN 37066 Welcome to Elmwood, an 1868 historic gem that has been restored to its glory.

Built in 1868 by the Barr family, this estate has only had three owners. Standing on 14.3 acres, the home exhibits immaculate details from the past, as well as upgraded amenities for the modern resident. With a grand drive leading to the property, separate parlors, original floors, breathtaking courtyards, chandeliers, staircases, and a guest house with pool, patio and fountain, it is truly an entertainment paradise.

The original part of the house holds historic character that is hard to come by, while the updated addition allows for comfort in the kitchen, master suite and living space, where new owners can settle in and enjoy.

DARCI CAESAR Affiliate Broker Parks Realty 415 Main St. Franklin TN 37064 Office (615)790-7400 Mobile (615)947-6038 darcicaesar@gmail.com

Elmwood features approximately 6500 square feet of living space, 1000 square feet of heated and cooled garage, 500 square feet of covered porches.

Also on property is a separate 2300 square foot guest house with two bedrooms and an office, full kitchen, utility room, oak floors with covered porch and parking. This building is perfect for a multitude of activities including guests, office space, in-law quarters, and more.

Elmwood has been lovingly restored to preserve the dignity and beauty of this historic estate in the heart of Tennessee. Now is your opportunity to own this incredible piece of middle Tennessee history.

To schedule your personal showing please call our Franklin Parks office (615)790-7400.

ASHLEE BAKER Affiliate Broker Parks Realty 415 Main St. Franklin TN 37064 Office (615)790-7400 Mobile (931) 446-0133 ashleebaker26@hotmail.com

LIFESTYLE | Interior Thinking

Refresh for Summer

BY ROBIN MEYER

s we approach the summer months we begin to romanticize about all that makes it great. We tilt our heads back and recall the scents of summer foliage, fresh cut grass and burgers on the grill.

We close our eyes as we conjure images of melted ice cream on a hot sidewalk, rosy cheeks of children at play, and relaxing by a pool or lake. While most summertime memories revolve around vacations and the outdoors, we can make the most of the season and bring the magic of summer into our homes.

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If we simply examine our homes, we can all find areas where we can add a fresh new look that helps us enjoy these summer months. Options for interior changes depend on your unique lifestyle. Consider the following: Are there children in the home?

How often is the home used for entertaining guests? Do you work at home? There are many other things to consider, so creating a “freshen-up” to-do list will be helpful. The most common areas many people change seasonally are the primary living spaces such as living room, family room, kitchen and dining areas, etc.

To bring summer into your primary living spaces you must first de-clutter. Put away last season’s decorations. Next, consider some summer accessories. A new picture on the wall depicting a summer scene can change the mood of the room. Changing pillows and throws to bring in summer colors is an inexpensive way to brighten up a room. Make sure to change your throws to a lightweight cotton for those cool summer evenings.

Also, changing accessories makes an impact. For example, changing out your dark candle holders to pretty glass ones, with fresh new summer breeze or fresh linen smell, will inspire you. Try bringing in a sea-glass colored vase with some fresh-cut flowers and you will smile every time you enter the room. If you want to treat yourself, head out to a local artisan fair and pick up a nice piece of pottery you can fill up with your favorite summertime fruits. It’s also great for conveniently grabbing an apple on the go.

“We can all find areas where we can add a fresh new look that helps us enjoy these summer months.”

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Adding a summer feel to your home doesn’t end with the common living areas. You can bring the joy of summer into your personal spaces as well. Summertime is an exciting time for children. You can use this time to help transition them as they change grades or schools. Changing a child’s room can help them get ready for personal growth and encourages creativity.

Simple changes can include creating a board to show off all their pictures of summertime activities and friends. If you use solid color bedding you can easily change out the look with pillows and sheets for the season.

Changing paint is also a way to change the feel of a room, but keep in mind that just because you love the color does not mean it will look good on the walls. Be careful when allowing a child to choose a color as they usually select vibrant colors. By going a few shades lighter, you get an acceptable hue. You can always accent with the stronger color.

Another trend that many people are taking advantage of is vinyl wall decals. These can be as simple as letters for initials or names to a larger than life hero.

Changing your décor to match the season doesn’t have to be a huge chore.

Keep in mind that even simple changes can help to brighten up a space. Many people consult professionals when beginning large projects, however it’s helpful to do so with smaller projects as well.

Sitting down with a professional designer is always the best way to avoid costly mistakes and stay within a budget.

Robin Meyer is the owner and designer of Robin’s Nest Interiors in Hendersonville.

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COMMUNITY | Days Gone By

BY RYAN BAKER

A legend is a story from the past that is regarded as historical although not necessarily verifiable. They come in all shapes and sizes. This one in particular is quite a large one. So large in fact, his footprint alone gave him his nickname.

He is referred to as Thomas “Big Foot” Spencer, and literally left his mark all over Sumner County.

Big Foot Spencer was a long hunter.

They were some of the first explorers in what we now call Tennessee. During the 1700s, Tennessee was plentiful with wild game. So plentiful that long hunters could make a pretty good living trading and selling furs and pelts back east where animals like deer and buffalo were beginning to thin out.

Long hunters had to master many arts.

They could predict the weather, tell time and direction, and had knowledge of plants and where to find them, and knew which had medicinal value.

The long hunters most important tool was his rifle, followed by his skinning knife. He knew how to use it and repair it if necessary. He was aware of the habits of the animals he hunted as well as their true call, not to be confused with the imitation call of the Native American.

The long hunter’s name is derived from the extensive hunting trips that they took. Generally, they would depart on their journey in October and return in late March or early April. They most commonly hunted in small groups of two or three people.

They did this for several reasons: large parties were more likely to scare away the game and smaller groups were less likely to be discovered by the natives.

Imagine spending a cold Tennessee winter in the woods with a rifle and perhaps a friend or two, and sleeping under the stars each night with nothing more than a makeshift lean-to in which to keep the cold off you.

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Now that you better understand who and what a long hunter was and did, let’s get back to Big Foot. Spencer came to Tennessee sometime around 1776.

He and his partner, John Holliday, began exploring Middle Tennessee.

According to State Historian Walter Durham, Big Foot Spencer planted the first recorded crop by a person of European decent in Middle Tennessee in the spring of 1778. The fall of that same year, John decided that he had enough and returned to Eastern Kentucky or Virginia. Spencer would settle in Castalian Springs at Bledsoe’s Lick, which was a fertile area for growing crops and was full of wildlife as well. Spencer’s choice of lodging that year was a little odd. He spent that winter inside a giant, hollowed out sycamore tree that was twelve feet in circumference. From inside this tree he could watch the area around him for Indians. It is said that somedays he would have to spend the whole day hiding and watching as the natives were hunting in the area surrounding him.

There is a marker where the tree once stood on the property of Wynnewood.

Big Foot Spencer was said to have weighed between three and fourhundred pounds and was solid muscle. A hunter from Illinois once stumbled across Spencer’s footprint and immediately returned saying he had no intention of hunting in a land of giants. Another man who crossed his track jumped right into the Cumberland River and swam a couple miles, hoping that whoever left the prints would not spot him.

My favorite Big Foot story took place around 1786 at a campsite where two men were arguing over a knife. Nearby, Spencer became irritated by the quarrel and decided to intervene. As he broke up the fight one of the fellas made a poor decision and hit Spencer right in the mouth. Well, Spencer barely flinched, and by now the fella, most likely shaking, prepared for the worst. You are probably guessing that Spencer gave him a good beating, but that was not the case. Instead, he picked the fella up by the trousers,

carried him to the edge of the camp, and tossed him right over an eight-foot fence. As he stood up and dusted himself off, he asked, “Mr. Spencer, if you would be so kind as to throw my horse over, I’ll be on my way.”

Now there are more stories on Big Foot Spencer as well as other colorful characters from Sumner County’s rich history.

Swing by the Sumner County Museum to hear some of those stories sometime and pick up one of our new long hunter t-shirts while you are there.

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Ribbon Cuttings Congratulations to these new Sumner County businesses and Chamber members!

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Prudential Financial Hendersonville 113 Hazel Path, Suite 4 Hendersonville, TN 37075

Gallatin Farmers Market 160 West Franklin Street Gallatin, TN 37066

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SOCIAL | Bourbon & Burgers Photography by Dan Hood The 7th Annual Bourbon & Burgers After Hours Event was held by the Gallatin Chamber of Commerce and Broadway Discount Liquors for the players and sponsors of the All Access Leasing Golf Tournament at the Long Hollow Golf Course.

Participants came hungry as they were treated to fresh off the grill burgers plus samples provided by Broadway Discount Liquors from their collection of bourbon. You can learn more about the annual golf tournament and other Gallatin Chamber of Commerce events at gallatintn.org.

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BUSINESS | We’re in the Money

THE MARKET HAS BEEN POSITIVE, SO NOW WHAT? Since the recent election of President Trump, the market has experienced a nice move upward. As of writing this article, the Dow Jones Industrial Average, or simply the Dow, is up 16.82% since November 4, 2016, or 5.99% year to date.

So, now what? The market is positive, which is great. So, what should you be doing? Is it time to sit back, relax and be content?

Quite the opposite actually. Now is a great time to review how things are going, and to make sure you are proactive regarding things you can control. Here are some questions every investor should be able to answer concerning their own account(s), or financial plan: Do you know the expected return of your portfolio, after inflation? Most people I talk to about portfolio return are easily confused and don’t realize there is market return (what markets do all on their own) and investment return (simply put, what your account returns are). You should have a stated plan that details what your expected return is after inflation. If you don’t, how do you know if your portfolio is succeeding or failing?

What is the risk, or standard deviation, of your portfolio? Do you know how much risk you are taking to achieve the returns, or lack of returns, you experience? Are you taking uncompensated risk in your portfolio? Risk is a part of investing, and has to be there in order for returns to take place. Managing the desired level of risk is important to overall portfolio growth.

What are the total costs of your portfolio, both visible and invisible? Think of your costs as an iceberg. Most of the costs are hidden, or beneath the water. Very little costs are visible, or above the water. An example is your 401(k) plan – when you look at your statement, are the fees listed? If not, do you think the advisor is working for free? Absolutely not!

Do you have a game plan in place if something happens to you?

This week I was saddened to hear that a friend of mine had passed away of a heart attack...at age forty-seven. It can happen at any time.

Make sure you are prepared, and don’t leave a financial mess for your loved ones. Be proactive, and take the time to meet with your advisor to lay out a solid plan. It could be invaluable to your family.

I hope this helps, and if you want more info, feel free to give our Gallatin office a call at 615.461.8653, or check us out at paulwinkler.com. We can set up a free initial consultation to determine if our office can help you with your current situation.

Until next month, Jonathan Walker, CFP®, RICP® *Advisory services offered through Paul Winkler, Inc. (“PWI”), a Registered Investment Advisor. PWI does not provide tax or legal advice; please consult your tax or legal advisor regarding your particular situation. This information is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed to be a solicitation for the purchase or sale of any securities.

Jonathan Walker, CFP® Paul Winkler, Inc. Creating Confident Investors™ jonathan@paulwinkler.net 150 N. Water Ave. Gallatin, TN 37066 Tel: 615-461-8653 Fax: 615-851-4597

LIFESTYLE| Keeping Score

The Noble Game of

BILLIARDS Condensed version of “A Brief History of the Noble Game of Billiards” By Mike Shamos. Curator of The Billiard Archive, a nonprofit organization set up to preserve the game’s history. With permission of the Billiard Congress of America.

Want to try your hand at the game and don’t know how?

Here are some guidelines on how to play: • Know that pool is an indoor game that requires balls, cue stick, table and rack. You should have two teams with two or four players in each team.

• Toss the coin to decide which team will break the set of balls.

• Decide before the game, who will take solid or stripes balls. Adjust the balls with the help of the rack on the middle of the table.

• Choose the cue stick of appropriate weight and length.

Apply the square-shaped blue chalk at the end of the cue stick (needs to be done before every shot). Now hold the thick end of the cue stick in your right hand.

• Stand close to the pool table.

Place the cue ball on the table.

Aim properly at the ball you want to hit into the hole.

• Hit the cue ball hard to break the balls arranged on the rack.

Slide all the balls (either solid or stripes) except the black ball (number 8).

• The player who pots all the balls of its team and black ball at last in the holes is the winner.

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The history of billiards is long and very rich. It evolved from a lawn game similar to the croquet played some-time during the 15th century in Northern Europe and probably in France. Play moved indoors to a wooden table with green cloth to simulate grass, and a simple border was placed around the edges. The balls were shoved, rather than struck, with wooden sticks called “maces.” The term “billiard” is derived from French, either from the word “billart,” one of the wooden sticks, or “bille,” a ball.

Most of our information about early billiards comes from accounts of playing by royalty and other nobles. It has been known as the “Noble Game of Billiards” since the early 1800s but there is evidence that people from all walks of life played the game since its inception. In 1600, the game was familiar enough to the public that Shakespeare mentioned it in Antony and Cleopatra. Seventy-five years later, the first book of billiards rules remarked of England that there were “few tones of note therein which hath not a public billiard table.”

The cue stick was developed in the late 1600s.

When the ball lay near a rail, the mace was very inconvenient to use because of its large head. In such a case, the players would turn the mace around and use its handle to strike the ball. The handle was called a “queue” meaning “tail” from which we get the word “cue.” Tables originally had flat walls for rails and their only function was to keep the balls from falling off.

Billiard equipment improved rapidly in England after 1800, largely because of the Industrial Revolution. Chalk was used to increase friction between the ball and the cue stick even before cues had tips. By 1850, the billiard table had essentially evolved into its current form.

The word “pool” means a collective bet, or ante.

Many non-billiard games, such as poker, involve a pool but it was to pocket billiards that the

name became attached. The term “poolroom” now means a place where pool is played, but in the 19th century a poolroom was a betting parlor for horse racing. Pool tables were installed so patrons could pass time between races. The two became connected in the public mind, but the unsavory connotation of “poolroom” came from the betting that took place there, not from billiards.

From 1878 until 1956, pool and billiard championship tournaments were held almost annually, with one-on-one challenge matches filling the remaining months. At times, including during the Civil War, billiard results received wider coverage than war news. Players were so renowned that cigarette cards were issued featuring them. Pool went to war several times as a popular recreation for the troops. The game had more trouble emerging from World War II than it had getting into it. Returning soldiers were in a mood to buy houses and build careers, and the charm of an afternoon spent at the pool table was a thing of the past.

Billiards was revived by two electrifying events, one in 1961, the other in 1986. The first was the release of the movie, “The Hustler.” The blackand-white film depicted the dark life of a pool hustler with Paul Newman in the title role. New rooms opened all over the country and for the remainder of the 60s pool flourished until social concerns, the Vietnam War, and a desire for outdoor coeducational activities led to a decline in billiard interest. In 1986, The Color of Money, the sequel to The Hustler with Paul Newman in the same role and Tom Cruise as an up-andcoming professional, brought the excitement of pool to a new generation. The result was the opening of “upscale” rooms catering to people whose senses would have been offended by the old rooms if they had ever seen them. This trend began slowly in 1987 and has since surged.

SOCIAL | Children’s Day Photography by Melissa DelRossi The Children’s Hospital at TriStar Centennial held their third annual Children’s Day. The event was a family friendly, free event offering all kinds of fun! Children lined up at the dunking booth, to get the chance to dunk a doctor. Other activities included digging for fossils, sitting in a race car, playing in the bouncy houses, rock climbing and face painting, among several other fun activities to last the whole day. Snow cones, cold water and other snacks were plentiful this hot summer day, as families enjoyed the festivities and music throughout the day. Offering a wide array of pediatric services, The Children’s Hospital at TriStar Centennial is a fully comprehensive healthcare facility specializing in children’s services. To learn more about The Children’s Hospital at TriStar Centennial, visit thechildrenshospitalnashville.com.

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SOCIAL | Beach Bash Photography by Rachel Gee Rain did not deter guests from the annual Beach Bash held at Sumner Crest Winery in Portland. The beach-themed event celebrates the beginning of summer and the taste of good, local wine. The event features live music by Parrothead Paradise and dancing. For more information about Sumner Crest Winery and their events, visit sumnercrestwinery.com.

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COMMUNITY | News From the Schools

NEW COURSES AND DEGREES THIS FALL AT VOL STATE Volunteer State Community College is continually updating course offerings and degree programs to keep up with the demands of a fastchanging society. Students will find new courses and new degrees this fall, as part of ninety programs of study at the college. Fall registration is open now. New students will need to apply first.

The new Associate of Science Health Sciences degree is designed for transfer to a university bachelor’s degree program. People with the four-year degree can seek jobs as Community Health Workers, Health Services Managers and Health Education Teachers. Health Sciences bachelor degree programs are taught at Tennessee State University and East Tennessee State University. The new Vol State degree can also help people who don’t make it into specific Health Sciences specialties at the college, but still want a career in the health field.

New courses this fall include African-American Literature (ENGL 2055). Students will read poems, stories, novels, memoirs, and songs by African-American writers. It fulfills the literature General Education requirement. Mechatronics is also new to the Gallatin campus this fall. Mechatronics professionals are the experts who design, program, repair and maintain state-of-the-art robotics and

computer-aided equipment in today’s fastest growing industries. The Vol State degree program is taught for people with a high school degree or those with another college degree who want in-demand job skills.

Fall classes start on August 28. The fall schedule is available on the college website at volstate.edu. New and readmit students will need to fill out an application on the website at volstate.edu/apply. The Office of Admissions is located in the Ramer Building, Room 173, on the Gallatin campus at 1480 Nashville Pike. Students with questions can also call 615.230.3688 or visit volstate.edu.

COMCAST AWARDS $18,000 IN SCHOLARSHIPS TO EIGHTEEN MIDDLE TENNESSEE HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS Comcast NBCUniversal announced it has awarded approximately $18,000 in scholarships for the 2017-18 school year to eighteen Middle Tennessee students as part of its annual Leaders and Achievers® Scholarship Program. The program, funded by the Comcast Foundation, recognizes the best and brightest high school seniors for their community service, academic performance and leadership skills.

“We are pleased to recognize this year’s Leaders and Achievers Scholarship winners and their commitment to academic excellence and community service,” said Doug Guthrie, Comcast Regional Senior Vice President. “Today, we celebrate their achievements and we support them as they continue their educational journeys.”

Comcast, joined by local community partners and elected officials, recognized the students at a special event held at the Country Music Hall of Fame on Sunday, June 4. Each student received $1,000 in scholarships.

The 2017-18 Middle Tennessee scholarship recipients are: Anaeya Kelley, McGavock High School; Kolby Gregory, Goodpasture High School; Holly Bowman, Middle Tennessee Christian School; Abigail Gleason, Franklin High School; Grace Garrett, Christ Presbyterian Academy; Stephen Warner, Mt. Juliet High School; Kailynn Gaines, Lighthouse Christian School; Jamie Kendrick, Franklin Road

Academy; Megan Uhls, Blackman High School; Chandler Lampe, White House Heritage School; Jessica Owen, Donelson Christian Academy; Olivia Zietz, Oakland High School; Grace Terlecki, Dickson High School; Safa Figal, Hume-Fogg Academic Magnet High School; Zane Coggin, Brentwood High School; Khairunisa Hardin, John Overton High School; Rachel Tidwell, Middle College High School and David Price, Centennial High School.

The Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program provides scholarships to students who strive to achieve their full potential, who are catalysts for positive change in their communities, who are involved in their schools, and who serve as models for their fellow students. The philosophy behind the program is to give young people every opportunity to prepare for the future and to engage them in their communities. The program also demonstrates the importance of civic involvement, and the value placed on civic involvement by the business community.

This year, the program will award more than $2 million in scholarships to more than 2,000 students across the country to help them pursue higher education. For more information, please visit comcastcorporation.com and comcast.com/community.

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LIFESTYLE | Your Kids

Traveling with Kids TAKE ADVANTAGE OF EARLY BOARDING They’ll ask as they begin the boarding process if anyone is traveling with small children and would like to board first. Definitely do this! Those few extra minutes can help you sort through your bags, get the kids buckled, and make sure anything they need to be comfortable during takeoff isn’t trapped in an overhead bin.

ACTIVITIES AND SNACKS ARE KEY You know this already. It’s just like taking them anywhere for an extended period of time. Make sure to pack their absolute favorites, especially if you think they may be nervous during the flight. The more distractions, the better.

Bonus tip: wrap up a new toy for them to open if things get particularly dicey!

BY GINGER JONES

Flying can be stressful when it’s a solo trip - making sure you don’t forget anything, arriving early enough but not so early that you’re sitting in the terminal for hours, getting the perfect seat by the window or aisle, dealing with layovers, etc. It’s not always a dream come true, and it can even be more stressful when you have your children with you. Here are a few things to do to make those family trips easier.

KEEP YOUR COMPOSURE There isn’t much you can do if your child is having a meltdown and an adult on the plane has an issue with it. The only thing in your power to do is ignore them and worry about your child. You may run into some bumps along the way - but if you plan and pack ahead, you’ll be able to ensure you get from Destination A to Destination B with as few issues as possible!

BE AWARE - THE FLIGHT ATTENDANT WILL BE HAVING A CHAT WITH YOU Just like those seated in the emergency aisle, they will stop and give you special instructions on how to hold your child (if they are under two) during takeoff and landing. Just in case you were going to stow them under your seat or in your pocket.

WEAR LAYERS AND SLIP ON SHOES You never know if the plane is going to be too cold or too hot, and you don’t want your kids to be uncomfortable. Dress in layers you can easily add and remove, and don’t forget slip on shoes to make security a little easier on everyone.

THROW OUT YOUR DREAMS OF THEM SLEEPING ON THE PLANE You may get lucky and it might happen, but there’s a pretty good chance you’ve got a wide-awake buddy for the entire flight.

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SOCIAL | Vol State Cap & Gown Ride Photography by Melissa DelRossi Volunteer State Community College held their annual, and newly renamed, Vol State Cap & Gown Ride this spring. This event raises funds for student scholarships, especially for those adults returning, or finishing school. The event includes a fifteen miles Fitness Tour, thirty-two mile Half Metric Century Tour and a sixty-three mile Metric Century Tour. The bikers were full of energy early morning, eager to support the community of Vol State. Following the event, riders, friends and family enjoyed some barbecue and live music.

To find out more about upcoming events and for more information about Volunteer State Community College, visit volstate.edu.com.

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LIFESTYLE | Read Between the Lines

JOHN GRISHAM’S 30TH NOVEL HITS STANDS FOR SUMMER READING

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Long before his name became synonymous with the modern legal thriller, he was working sixty to seventy hours a week at a small Southaven, Mississippi, law practice, squeezing in time before going to the office and during courtroom recesses to work on his hobby — writing his first novel.

John Grisham as a child dreamed of being a professional baseball player. Realizing he didn’t have the right stuff for a pro career, he shifted gears and majored in accounting at Mississippi State University. After graduating from law school at Ole Miss in 1981, he went on to practice law for nearly a decade in Southaven, specializing in criminal defense and personal injury litigation. In 1983, he was elected to the state House of Representatives and served until 1990.

One day at the DeSoto County courthouse, Grisham overheard the harrowing testimony of a twelve-year-old rape victim and was inspired to start a novel exploring what would have happened if the girl’s father had murdered her assailants. Getting up at 5am every day to get in several hours of writing time before heading off to work, Grisham spent three years on A Time to Kill and finished it in 1987. Initially rejected by many publishers, it was eventually bought

by Wynwood Press, who gave it a modest 5,000 copy printing and published it in June 1988.

That might have put an end to Grisham’s hobby. However, he had already begun his next book, and it would quickly turn that hobby into a new full-time career — and spark one of publishing’s greatest success stories. The day after Grisham completed A Time to Kill, he began work on another novel, the story of a hotshot young attorney lured to an apparently perfect law firm that was not what it appeared. When he sold the film rights to The Firm to Paramount Pictures for $600,000, Grisham suddenly became a hot property among publishers, and book rights were bought by Doubleday. Spending forty-seven weeks on The New York Times bestseller list, The Firm became the bestselling novel of 1991.

The successes of The Pelican Brief, which hit number one on the New York Times bestseller list, and The Client, which debuted at number one, confirmed Grisham’s reputation as the master of the legal thriller. Grisham’s success even renewed interest in A Time to Kill, which was republished in hardcover by Doubleday and then in paperback by Dell. This time around, it was a bestseller.

Since first publishing A Time to Kill in 1988, Grisham has written one novel a year and nine of those novels have been turned into films. There are currently over 300 million John Grisham books in print worldwide, which have been translated into forty languages.

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ABOUT THE BOOK A gang of thieves stage a daring heist from a secure vault deep below Princeton University’s Firestone Library. Their loot is priceless, but Princeton has insured it for millions. Bruce Cable owns a popular bookstore in a resort town on Camino Island. He makes his real money as a prominent dealer in rare books. Very few know that he occasionally dabbles in the black market of stolen books and manuscripts. Mercer Mann is a young novelist with a severe case of writer’s block, who has been laid off from her job. She is approached by an elegant, mysterious woman working for an even more mysterious company.

A generous offer of money convinces Mercer to go undercover and infiltrate Bruce Cable’s circle of literary friends, ideally getting close enough to him to learn his secrets. of a railroad brakeman killed when he was pinned between two cars. Preparing his case with the same passion and dedication as his books’ protagonists, Grisham successfully argued his clients’ case, earning them a jury award of $683,500 — the biggest verdict of his career.

When he’s not writing, Grisham devotes time to charitable causes, including most recently his Rebuild The Coast Fund, which raised $8.8 million dollars for Gulf Coast relief in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. He also keeps up with his greatest passion: baseball. The man who dreamed of being a professional baseball player now serves as the local Little League commissioner. The six ball fields he built on his property have played host to over 350 kids on twenty-six Little League teams.

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FEATURE | Distinctively Southern Gentlemen

Golf Tips to Get You into the Swing of Things

BY KRISTA EHRET

Golf is a great pastime during the spring and summer months.

It serves as a way to relax, network with clients, or just enjoy the outdoors for a few hours. In honor of the man issue, I thought it would be great to offer a few tips that can improve your overall game.

Unfortunately, my golf expertise is limited to attempting to keep the ball in-bounds on the putt-putt course. Luckily, I was able to enlist the help of The Golf Guy (aka my husband, Tim) who has been playing for years both competitively and for fun. Here are a few areas of potential weakness and ways to improve them.

SLICING THE BALL OFF THE TEE BOX You can tell this is a problem if the ball is going to the left (for lefties) or the right (for righties) when you’re driving. If you’re needing to straighten your ball flight, try laying a golf towel across your chest and securing it there under both arms. When you swing, don’t let the towel fall. This allows you to keep your club face more square at impact and will help your drive go straight. Try this on the driving range so as not to induce odd glances on the course.

CHIPPING Many golfers may either “skull” the ball which makes it fly way too far or “chunk” it which only moves the ball along by about two feet. Either issue may be resolved by your stance. Make sure to stand in a putting position with your feet closer together versus a driving stance with your feet further apart.

Swing your arms in a pendulum fashion with the focus on not breaking your wrists. You may also try using your nine iron instead of a sand wedge.

PUTTING If putting is your weakness, you may be holding the club too tight. Loosen your grip and imagine you’re holding a water balloon. If you squeeze too tightly, the balloon will pop. This looser hold will enable your putter face to be square at impact which will keep your ball on the line you intend it to be on.

BALL PLACEMENT DEPENDING ON CLUB Don’t get in the habit of always putting the ball of the middle of your stance. Where you place your ball should vary depending on which club you are currently using. From the sand wedge up to the driver, the ball should start in the back of your stance and gradually move towards the front. This movement will help to achieve a purer strike.

THE RIGHT MENTALITY Visualize yourself making a good shot, take a deep breath before swinging and relax your muscles. You may be surprised the impact that this will have.

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LIFESTYLE | Arts & Culture

WORTHINGTON GALLERIES A DESTINATION FOR ART AND HISTORY LOVERS

BY JENNIFER EASTON

Step inside Michael Keever’s art gallery and get ready to be impressed. Michael has a treasure trove of art that would make a pirate envious.

Worthington Galleries in Gallatin is packed floor to ceiling with ancient coins and prehistoric pottery to contemporary works of art and everything else in between. Looking for an authentic 16th century Italian suit of armor? How about an original painting by Pablo Picasso? Cam Newton’s signed Carolina Panthers jersey?

You’ve come to the right place.

Worthington Galleries offers art, sculptures, pottery, military and sports memorabilia at two locations in Gallatin and Nashville.

“We’re really equal parts museum and art gallery. I often tell people that we ‘sell history,’” Michael says.

Originally from Atlanta, Michael is CEO of a Nashville-based venture capital firm with investments in more than twenty companies including the online nonprofit community, GodCloud.org.

His passion for art turned from hobby to business venture when his wife, Ashley, gave him an ultimatum.

Worthington Galleries will host a grand re-opening event in midJuly at their new location at the former Marketplace at Amberleaf at 112 Public Square.

“She said I either needed to open a gallery or quit collecting. We didn’t have room for anything else,” Michael said. “So, we opened a gallery and I put her in charge.”

The Keevers opened Worthington Galleries in July 2016 on 1181 Nashville Pike in Gallatin and a second location in Nashville’s historic downtown Arcade in February where they host monthly art crawls.

They’ll celebrate their one-year anniversary in business by hosting a grand reopening on Gallatin’s downtown square in July. The new location, in the former Marketplace at Amberleaf at 112 Public Square, will increase Worthington’s gallery size from 2,300 square feet to about 7,500. The new spot will have a greater emphasis on local art, gifts and will include a café that will serve lunch.

The gallery will continue to offer framing and restoration services.

The Keevers will open another location in fall 2017 at 333 Union Avenue in downtown Nashville which will be nearly 18,000 square feet to house much of their 3,000-plus piece collection.

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“We’re really aiming to be a destination spot for people looking for the unusual, one-of-a-kind and original pieces. You’ll definitely find things at Worthington Galleries you won’t see anywhere else,” Michael said.

The Worthington collection includes more than 3,000 pieces of art and antiques across all major movements.

Much of the collection includes art and antiques passed down from generation to generation in Keever’s family, while the rest includes pieces he purchased over the last three decades.

Part of the couple’s mission is to educate consumers about the rewards of investing in original art. With the opening of their new locations this year, they’ll launch regular workshops as well as host special events.

“There’s a real misconception that collecting- whether it be art, antiques or memorabilia - is restricted to the wealthy and sophisticated. That’s just not true,” Michael said.

“Art is for everyone. Anyone with an appreciation for beauty can put together an original collection that reflects their personal taste and individuality within their budget.”

Michael says he learned to appreciate history, art and music from his parents beginning at an early age. His father, a corporate executive, and his mother, a banker, were free spirits who enjoyed taking the family on long road trips, Keever said.

“Instead of going to amusement parks, we traveled around the country going to museums and historical sites.”

That early exposure ignited a lifelong passion for art and history.

Michael, fifty-two, became a serious collector when he started traveling the world on his own in college.

“I later went to South America and Central America and became enthralled with ethnographic art and the history of different civilizations,” he says.

Keever’s collection includes pieces across all major movements, but his favorite is the High Renaissance period of the late 16th century and art that depicts spiritual themes. He’s especially interested in the Colonial American and Civil War eras, which is reflected in the dozens of artifacts from those periods on display at Worthington Galleries.

His best advice for those who want to begin collecting is to visit galleries and museums to develop their own personal style and an eye for what speaks to them. Buy what you love, he says.

“Art is powerful in that it can pull us out of the mundane, day-today grind and give us perspective on life, on history, on God, on life and things greater than ourselves,” Michael says.

Visit Worthington Galleries at 112 Public Square in Gallatin beginning in mid-July and by appointment at 69 Arcade in Nashville. Browse the online gallery at worthingtongalleries.com or call 615.527.7970 for information.

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CUP BALL AND CRAWDADS

BY ROCKY McELHANEY

It’s summertime and that old ball park man is back in gear. The lines are long in and out of Drakes Creek and Municipal Park. Little girls and boys in baseball and softball uniforms scurry about the fields, anxious to play but more excited for the post-game snacks. Moms and dads wear team colors and wag the babies, strollers, diaper bags, toys and chairs. At almost every youth ballpark, the best seats are never in the bleachers, but along the right and left field fences. The moms chase the babies, the dads chase the foul balls. Grandparents huddle under umbrellas to hide from the heat.

This Rockefeller scene is painted across time. By changing the names of the fields to Popkin and Hillcrest, the opening lines above describe the Little League parks where I grew up playing baseball in East Tennessee. Little brothers and sisters could be found between the two fields playing cup ball, time-tested baseball played with a squished up waxy red Coke cup. The four dirt spots in the diamond pattern in the worn-out grass were the bases. The dirt circle in the middle was the pitcher’s mound.

Batters smacked the cup with a swinging hand. If you got hit by the cup ball as you ran the dirt bases, you were out. That was the rule. Problem was, these scrappy games had no umpires and no little kid ever admitted to being hit by the cup if it was the least bit questionable. For that reason alone, these cup ball games were as exciting as the real games and always produced far more fights. If there had been one, I would have made the cup ball all-star team.

Those same waxy red Coke cups were used by big brothers and sisters to catch crawdads in the creek that ran on the north side of the fields along the road. At any one time there could be two dozen kids wading through the creek, turning over rocks, stirring muddy bottoms, fishing with red cups for mountain lobsters. No one took the crawdads home. Most were thrown back, but some died from being spilled in the grass or abandoned in the cups. Every night kids would get too close to the road and somebody’s parent would yell, “Get back away from that road!”

Spankings were handed out in front of everybody for chasing unwilling girls with cups full of crawdads or ruining your new shoes with muddy creek water.

I got whippings for both.

On the fields, we played hard, if not always well. My dad, Larry McElhaney, was my Little League coach. He made us all tuck in our jerseys, wear our hats straight with cupped bills “like real ball players,” and cuff our pants just below the knee, allowing maximum stirrup (colored socks worn over white hose-like socks) exposure. Dad would say, “We may not be able to play a lick, but we are going to look like we can.”

Steve Conway was my other coach. If we were not practicing well, not paying attention or talked back, Coach Conway would bellow out, “Go check that flag pole to see if it’s been painted.” We would have to run as hard as we could to the outfield fence and touch the pole and run back. This was punishment. In the five years I played at Popkin and Hillcrest, no flag pole had ever been painted in any of the dozens of times I personally checked it.

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Like the players I coach now, win or lose, we always loved the post-game snacks. Back then, parents did not bring the snacks and pass them out before the coach meeting so none of the players pay attention. Instead, we had to run across the gravel parking lot to the concession stand.

It was rare when the pushing and shoving and galloping did not lead to someone tumbling through the gravel, scraping palms and bloodying knees.

Far more injuries occurred running for snacks than ever did running for home plate. The concession stand was located between the outfields of the two baseball fields and beside the cup ball field.

We were each permitted to order a drink and a candy. We all got blow pop suckers and suicides. A suicide is the perfect mixture of all the flavors in

the fountain drink machine, served, of course, in those waxy red Coke cups.

There is a big monument on the hill above Popkin Field today, across the creek, near the road. It celebrates the all-star team I played on in the summer of 1985 that made it all the way to the Little League World Series. I can still take you to the spot between those fields, to the left of the concession stand, to the right of the cup ball field, where thirty-six years ago I met my best friend, Richie Conway, in the summer of 1981.

We were eight years old: “Hey what’s your name?” he said.

“Rocky. What’s yours?”

“Richie.”

“Do you want to play cup ball or go look for crawdads?”

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MONTHLY | Did You Know?

The s’more was a campfire staple long before the dictionary officially recognized it.

The first known s’mores recipe was published in the Girl Scouts handbook “Tramping and Trailing With the Girl Scouts” in 1927.

The snack was originally called “some mores.”

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33.1 million Americans ages sixteen and up spend an average of seventeen days fishing a year.

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There are fifty-nine national parks included in the National Park Service, but the organization includes 412 sites in total.

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