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FEATURES

68 America’s Favorite Pastime: Vintage Base Ball in Williamson County

75 Music City Motor Cars

76 George Shinn Driven to Succeed

80 Classic Timepieces with King Jewelers

ON THE COVER Featured on our Summer cover are players from the Franklin Farriers and the Travellers Club of Brentwood. Both teams are part of the Tennessee Association of Vintage Base Ball.

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Beauty Junkie with Julie Jorgensen Effortless Style with Katie Rushton Fashionable You Summer Swim Style Styling Your Everyday with Katie Jacobs Your Best Self with Connie Haley Read Between the Lines Great Men of Literature Your Health & Wellness with Steve Siebold A Southern Gentleman Is... with Danny Anderson

Your Social Secretary

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Music Country Grand Prix

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Your Bone Vivant with Ollie

Rock the House Music Jam for Davis House

23 Steeplechase Pre Party 24 Iroquois Steeplechase 30 Stables & Silks 33 Happy Birthday

Fountains of Franklin 34 Snowball Express 5k 35 Franklin Hot Air

Balloon Festival 37 Chukkers for Charity

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Your Charitable Self Williamson County Fair Your Community Partner Raise the Roof with the Gentlemen of D9HP Days Gone By Bountiful Blooms from Back in Time In Your Backyard Leiper’s Fork Distillery Up the Road Drive-in Dreaming Your Education Swimming Without Stress Your Kids Bringing Up Boys

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Grand Opening 52 Eat the Street 54 Spring Hill Wine Festival 56 67th Annual Franklin Rodeo

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Welcome Home Royal Manor Interior Thinking with Jane Martin The Lady Entertains with Krista Ehret Keeping Score Tennessee Titans 5 Sense Living with Lauryn Gilliam Eat, Drink & Be Merry with Miss Daisy King A Little Something Extra Fan Fest

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& Tea Party 72 BRIDGES Golf Scramble 73 Twilight Polo Match 74 Main Street Brew Fest 78 Your Williamson

Celebrates Five Years!

86 Full Moon Pickin’ Party 88 Homestead in Bloom 89 High Hopes Stars & Strikes 95 Kids Art Festival of Tennessee

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YW MONTHLY | Publisher’s Letter

In Summer

Dear Readers,

As the summer moves in with a bang, I rejoice at my favorite season. Heat, humidity, bugs and all! No matter what, the sun on my face and a summer breeze, truly do make for my happy place for four months or so out of the year. Even when there is no beach in sight! The month of June has all but come and gone now, but what a month it was! I celebrated my daughter’s third birthday with a Princess Party in the backyard, complete with a bounce house and a visit from everyone’s favorite “Frozen” Queen, Elsa.

Nothing like a dozen or more toddlers and such in 100 degree heat to say as snowman Olaf (from that same Disney flick we watch at least 3 times a day) “In Summer!”

That joyful day, Father’s Day, other birthdays and so many wonderful summertime activities, make summer go by as fleeting as it feels sometimes. A fleeting season of warmth and delights, not seen in the other three seasons of the year. My heart leapt with joy when I saw my first firefly of the year dancing across my backyard. I love the sounds of splashing in a pool and laugh at my daredevil princess who already believes herself a mermaid and wants to go to the pool, any pool, every day now. Barbeques and picnics, fish fries and summer concerts, these are all the mainstays of our passing

season of warm days and sultry nights, big storms, star filled skies and long, long days.

What is not to love right?

As I write these languid thoughts I think about how, in summer, everyone slows down just a bit, relaxes just a little, lightens not only the tie and the shoes and the dresses to a cooler and breezier state, but adopt the mindset of vacation time and leaving early on Fridays and a baseball game to watch. But, I am reminded too of things that happen in our world to disturb our reverie, whether summer or not. Most recently, the tragedy in Orlando of a lone gunman destroying the lives of 49 innocent Americans and their families – forever. No longer, a summer of sun and fun and frivolity for them or in fact our nation as a whole. I am struck by the diversion of this crime against the season, when we celebrate our nation and all that is good and great about America. Politicizing this event seems abhorrent to me in deference to the lives lost and shattered, although we have seen plenty of that in recent weeks.

What I choose to take from it is a wish, no, a prayer, for peace. The peace I feel as I watch my child running across the yard, splashing in a pool or looking in wonderment at a firefly

“May the sun in his course visit no land more free, more happy, more lovely, than this our own country!”

– Daniel Webster for the first time. The peace we hope to feel daily when we have been undisturbed by hate and evil in our midst. My prayer is that we all find our good, share it, pay it forward, and do not incite more evil and negative activity, thoughts or blame. I pray that we be the people that “We the People” were meant to be; That we perpetuate the founding principles of the country we were given to preserve. It’s a privilege to be an American, but that doesn’t mean we get to forget just what that means; Equality for all, no persecution of those who may be different, respect and dignity for the weak and the disenfranchised - for whatever reason. We, as citizens, uphold our laws and we should strive to be better in all ways, as a nation and as individuals. To be American is to be the best and that starts in our hearts, not in our gun cabinets.

Enjoy your summer! Happy 4th of July! And may God bless America and Williamson County!

Shelly Robertson Birdsong Publisher shelly@robertsonmediagroup.com

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YOUR CONTRIBUTORS

DANNY ANDERSON

A Southern Gentleman Is . . .

Danny is a Broker with Parks Realty on Main Street in downtown Franklin. Danny will be the new contributing his musings, advice, tips and tales for the Gentlemen (and ladies) of Williamson County.

LAURYN GILLIAM

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.

Tennessee’s “First Lady of Southern Cooking,” Daisy was the founder and chef of the renowned Miss Daisy’s Tearoom and is now the proprietor and executive chef of Miss Daisy’s Kitchen.

Styling My Everyday stylingmyeveryday.com 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 JONES

Your Kids jonestherapyservices.com Ginger is a Speech-Language Pathologist and the owner of Jones Therapy Services, which provides speech-language, occupational, and physical therapy in 7 locations across Middle and East Tennessee.

JANE MARTIN

KATIE RUSHTON

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Jane and her company Special Effects by Jane have been providing incredible design services to middle Tennessee for many years. Jane Martin can take your home to the next level of sophistication – using what you have in a whole new way.

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KATIE JACOBS

5 Sense Living

Lauryn is a seeker of fun, student of life and lover of exploring mindful ways to enlist the 5 senses in all her experiences. Her column takes us on a sensory tour of all things arts, culture and dining.

KRISTA EHRET

The Lady Entertains yoursouthernsoiree.com

Katie is a fashion stylist and owner of Effortless Style, a personal shopping and wardrobe consulting company. She provides a variety of services including Closet Audits, Styling Sessions and Personal Shopping.

JULIE JORGENSEN Beauty Junkie

Julie is our go-to gal for all things beauty - She scouts out the best deals and the best beauty tricks around. She treats readers to some hilarious insight into the world of what it takes to be fabulous!

CONNIE HALEY

Your Best Self conniehaleylifecoaching.com Connie is a certified life coach that specializes in helping people love the life they have and from there, create the life they always envisioned. She will show readers ways to find peace and calm.

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YW MONTHLY | Your Social Secretary

YOUR SOCIAL SECRETARY

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

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42nd Annual Bethlehem Fish Fry

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Bluegrass Along the Harpeth

Bethlehem United Methodist Church

GET CONNECTED Thanks to everyone who joined us in celebrating our 5th anniversary! We look forward to many years of Your Williamson magazine!

Bluegrass and swing band music, fresh, farm-raised catfish and free children’s game area are all part of the Grassland community’s largest annual event. Bring your appetite and come out for this fun fish fry! bethlehemumc.com

Downtown Franklin Square

The 27th annual Bluegrass Along the Harpeth Fiddlers Jamboree will be a great weekend supporting preservation of old time music and dance.

Friday night will kick off the event with Bluegrass music and dancing.

Saturday will showcase the best pickers and competition to be found. bluegrassalongtheharpeth.com

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Williamson County Fair

Williamson County AgEXPO Park The Williamson County Fair returns for its 12th anniversary run with “Barnyard Mardi Gras!” The summertime tradition welcomes more than 200,000 attendees each year to celebrate local agriculture through a number of educational exhibits, agricultural competitions and events, state of the art midway attractions, games, live entertainment, traditional fare and more. williamsoncountyfair.org

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2016 Health & Wellness Issue

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Thanks so much to the 100+ Women Who Care Middle TN for their generous donation of $10,743.05 to Saddle Up! We’re pinning tasty recipes for grilling up a manly meal that the ladies will enjoy too.

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Thank You!

The children, parents, volunteers, and staff of Saddle Up! would like to thank Brownland Farm, Tractor Supply Company and all of our sponsors, patrons, and participants for a very successful and fun event.

Sponsored by: Kay and Richard Francis

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SOCIAL | Music Country Grand Prix Sponsored Event

Story & Photography by K. York The 28th annual Music Country Grand Prix was held on June 4th at the beautiful showgrounds of Brownland Farm in Franklin. This premiere show jumping event brings top level riders and horses from all over the nation to compete for a $40,000 purse. Patrons enjoyed a gourmet buffet, a silent auction and a “people prix� for dogs, children (and adults) to jump over mini obstacles!

The Music Country Grand Prix benefits Saddle Up!, a therapeutic riding program serving youth with disabilities. For more information, visit saddleupnashville.org.

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Dan Rice, Kathy Venafro, Jeff Cunningham & Jeoff Siever

Wren Fraser, Bob & Olivia Russell, Sue & Amy Chandler

Christopher & Holly Ing, Les Whitaker

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LIFESTYLE | Beauty Junkie

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BY JULIE JORGENSEN

Have y’all managed to catch your breath yet?

I swear, between Mother’s Day, Steeplechase, the end of the school year and Memorial Day, the spring went by in an absolute flash. But, with the close of a busy springtime comes the warm welcome of summer: Weekends by the pool, evenings on the patio, and hopefully a trip or two down to the beach. Back before we knew any better (don’t make me tell you again to put on your sunscreen), all this going and doing in the gorgeous Tennessee sunshine would leave us freckled, bronzed and/or pinkcheeked. Alas, we now know full-well that pretty youthful flush comes with a price, and I have enough scars as it is from preliminary skin-cancer removal procedures. Thank you very much. As luck would have it, there are eleventy-hundred products at our wellmanicured fingertips to recreate that beautiful glow quickly and safely. Don’t look now, because I’m about to make you blush.

Let’s first cover the important differences between blush, bronzer and highlighter.

You’d have to live under a rock to not know what blush is, honey.

Formulated in liquid, powder or cream (or cream-to-powder), blush will make you look ten years younger in a flash. On a different note, bronzer reproduces that weekend-in-Rosemary tan, but can 18 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | SUMMER 2016

also be used for some pretty awesome contouring—more on that later. Finally, highlighter is usually a pale shimmer used to accent the “high” points on your face, further creating a more youthful look. Don’t get overwhelmed. We’ll walk through where you put what, and it’s not totally necessary to load up on all three on a routine basis, unless you have a fulltime glam squad (and, if you do, I’m totally jealous). If nothing else, make sure you have a go-to blush in exactly the right shade in your makeup bag.

The formula depends primarily on your skin type: cream blush works great on dry skin, for example, and a pressed powder has greater staying power for normal or oily skin types. A liquid bronzer can be tricky to apply unless you’re a product-application expert, so stick to a powder or stick formula. Strangely enough, fabulous highlighters can be found in every formulation possible.

Finding the right shade of all three products is key. Nothing makes you look like a cartoon character like screaming circles of rouge (as our grandmothers call it), on your cheeks or stripes of dirty-looking bronzer. As Jimmy Fallon would say, “Eew!” Choose a bronzer only a couple of shades darker than your natural skin tone, and pick a matte one if you’re going to use it for contouring. Shimmer is good for faking a tan.

A cream blush will naturally be dewier than a powder. For all-day wear, I like to layer a cream formula over a powder. A blue-based pink, pale peach or sheer plum is perfect for lighter skin, while those of you lucky enough to have a neutral or olive skin tone will look fabulous in berry or rose shades. Highlighters are gold, ivory or something in the pink family. Since I’m fair, I find that a pearly pale gold adds warmth without being harsh or obvious.

Where you put

what matters as well. Contouring can be a daunting notion, what with a million video tutorials on YouTube about it, but don’t sweat it. The subtlest swipe of matte bronzer with a slanted brush underneath your cheekbones, around your hairline, and under your jaw will slim your face in a flash. Highlighter takes it up a notch. I use my ring finger to pat some on my brow bones and the very top of my cheekbones. Lastly, blush goes right on the apples of your cheeks. Make sure everything is blended nicely, and voila! You’re contoured.

That wasn’t that difficult, now was it?

So now you may be asking yourself, what bronzer/ blush/ highlighter should I buy now that I’m all studied up on all three?

Fret not, honey, the Beauty Junkie has done the homework. Y’all have heard me sing the praises of Beautycounter cosmetics before, and this is no exception. I just love the Color Pinch blush in Hibiscus, a gorgeous pink cream that comes in a foolproof chubby stick. The Color Sweep blush duos are amazing too and come in a split pressed powder compact that gives you two complimentary shades.

The Color Contour matte bronzer in the lighter shade is nothing short of perfect for contouring. Another favorite is Guerlain Terracotta Light, a fabulous mosaic compact combining bronzer with the tiniest bit of shimmer that gives the perfect tawny glow.

Also, I’ve always been a huge fan of Nars The Multiple, the ultimate multi-tasker that comes in matte and shimmer finishes and a myriad of shades. It’s not uncommon for me to keep three of them in my makeup bag: Riviera for blush, South Beach for bronzing, and Copacabana for highlighting. Finally, the nice people at Benefit have been churning out the cult classic High Beam highlighter for years, and I just love it. It’s the perfect pearly pink in a nail-polish-like bottle that lights up your pretty face like a dream. Now try to act innocent the next time someone asks you why you’re blushing. We’ll keep it our little secret!

Love, The Beauty Junkie

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SOCIAL | Magnolias and Mimosas

Story & Photography by K. York It was the perfect Mother’s Day celebration at the Travellers Rest Plantation and Museum. Brunch and mimosas were served in the formal garden and on the lower gallery of the porch of the plantation house. Families enjoyed their meal and music, mingled on the grounds and toured the 1799 historic home. Funds raised benefit the preservation of the middle Tennessee treasure of history.

For more information on this historic treasure or about upcoming events, go to travellersrestplantation.org.

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LIFESTYLE | Effortless Style

SIMPLY DASHING ELEVATE YOUR STYLE WITH A CLASSY BOW TIE

BY KATIE RUSHTON

For the men’s issue, it’s only appropriate that we talk men’s fashion!

Men typically aren’t into fashion and trends as much as us ladies, so we thought it would be great to put together a column on a big trend in menswear right now…bow ties.

Bow ties have become more and more popular over the last several years, and they are still going strong this season. If you guys like the idea of sporting a bow tie but aren’t sure how to pull it off, let us help!

One of the most important things to know, if you are going to wear a bow tie, is that it’s always best if you tie it yourself. The pre-tied clip on bow ties are oh so obvious to spot. If you aren’t sure how to tie one, ask someone at the store where you bought yours from to show you how, or if you aren’t comfortable asking for help, google it. There are so many great videos online that will give you step by step instructions. Plus, if you find a great tutorial online, you can practice in the comfort of your own home.

Bow ties come in many different solid colors, as well as all kinds of prints and patterns. If you are new to the bow tie game, keep it simple with a solid color your first go around. Light blues and pinks are both hot colors right now, and both are appropriate for the summer season.

Once you get more comfortable wearing your bow tie, then you can branch out beyond the solid colors and opt for a fun print.

One last thing to think about with bow ties is what kind to wear to specific functions. Lighter weight fabrics, like cotton and linen, are great options for wearing to casual events. However, if you want to sport your bow tie to a wedding or formal event, go with a fabric like silk or wool.

Make sure to stop by our blog, effortlesstyle.com, for more on men’s summer trends and how to wear them!

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SOCIAL | Rock the House Music Jam for Davis House

Story & Photography by K. York The 5th annual Rock the House Jam was held at the Franklin Theatre in downtown Franklin.

Three time Grammy nominee Lee Thomas Miller, Grammy nominee Ross Copperman, Grammy winning Barry Dean and superstar Justin Weaver, took the stage to entertain the crowd with their storytelling and hit songs.

Executive Director Marcus Stamps even had a moving story to tell of the love Davis House shares with each child they serve through the buttons of the button jar. The evening’s proceeds will benefit the Davis House Child Advocacy Center where 505 new child clients were provided services last year. Davis House is committed to put an end to child abuse and opens its doors to provide the healing services to those in need. For more information, go to davishousecac.org.

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LIFESTYLE | Fashionable You

SWIM STYLE Attention, fellas. It’s time to toss the old swim shorts and make a statement with your summer swim style! Gone are the days of swim trunks that you cringe wearing in public. The new trend is to sport a pair of fashionable trunks that you can show off either poolside, on the beach or even about town!

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SOCIAL | Steeplechase Pre Party Sponsored Event

Story & Photography by K. York The Iroquois Steeplechase 75th Anniversary Pre-Race Party was held at the historic Belle Meade Plantation.

Guests of the event gathered in the barn behind the mansion for dinner, drinks and discussion on the upcoming races. The celebration for the Steeplechase diamond anniversary was set in a location which gained international fame when, in 1886, William Hicks Jackson purchased the first American born and bred horse to win the English Derby, an illustrious thoroughbred named Iroquois.

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SOCIAL | Iroquois Steeplechase Sponsored Event

Story & Photography by K. York The hats and jockeys were in fine form for the 75th Iroquois Steeplechase, which brought more than 25,000 spectators to Percy Warner Park on the second Saturday of May. This annual celebration, known as Music City’s rite of spring, is both a salute to the best of this equestrian sport, as well as a showcase of amazing fashion and southern style fun. The Steeplechase event named the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt as the official charity in 1981 and has donated more than $10 million to the organization. From the Infield to the Paddock Club, this day has options for every taste. For more information and how you can attend in 2017, please go to iroquoissteeplechase.org.

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COMMUNITY | Your Charitable Self

A Fair of Fun & Funds THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY FAIR RAISES MONEY TO FUND SCHOLARSHIPS With summer, comes numerous Williamson County activities. One of the big ones the community looks forward to late in the summer is the annual Williamson County Fair! The Fair is in its 11th year, and the mission of the Williamson County Fair Association, Inc. is to present a County Fair that will celebrate our agricultural past, present and future, provide learning opportunities for people of all ages, and generate revenue to reinvest in the Williamson County AgEXPO Park.

There is another mission involved with the monies raised from the Fair - to help deserving Williamson County students pursue undergraduate studies. The Williamson County Fair will award two or more one year scholarships, with the total monies not to exceed $4,000 (paid after the recipient satisfactorily completes his/her 1st college semester and obtains at least a 2.75 GPA), and will be paid directly to the college or institution of higher learning in which students are enrolled.

The W.C. Fair Board implemented the Scholarship Program in 2013, which was open to high school seniors and then current college freshmen. In 2014, and going forward, scholarships are available to existing high school seniors only. As stated by Chairman, Rogers Anderson, this program was established because “It is important for 26 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | SUMMER 2016

our youth to realize the value of being involved in their community, and providing some scholarship funds as a token of appreciation for their involvement with the fair is one way we can acknowledge their service and show how much we appreciate them,” he says. The Scholarship Committee received six applications and unanimously agreed to award funding to each applicant for the 2013 inaugural process. Last year’s scholarship recipients were Jeremiah Daniels (Middle Tennessee State University), Julianna Jones (UT Chattanooga), and Hayley Ann Slade (Columbia State Community College).

So, as you plan to attend the fair this year, think about all of the wonderful things it stands for and the futures that it helps proved to students right here in Williamson County. It is not just about cotton candy, games and competitions. There is so much more! But, don’t get us wrong – we love all of those things, too!

This year, at the Fair, you can expect to see the following exciting events and attractions: educational exhibits, agricultural competitions and events, state of the art midway attractions, games, live entertainment, traditional fare and more. For more information, visit williamsoncountyfair.org.

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LIFESTYLE | Styling Your Everyday

Poolside Party INVITE FRIENDS OVER FOR A COOL COCKTAIL BY THE POOL

BY KATIE JACOBS

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When the weather turns hot, there’s no better place to enjoy the spoils of summer than by the pool. Adults and children alike, can slip into their swimsuits and take a dip in the cool water for fun family memories that last a lifetime.

Invite friends over for poolside fun late in the afternoon, when the intense heat of the day begins to die down. No need to worry with a bunch of fussy decorations, let the pool be the star. Be sure to have fresh towels out for guests and brightly colored floats in the pool. Serve light and refreshing food (like fruit skewers and cucumber dip), before cranking up the grill for burgers and hot dogs. Make a big batch of lemonade for the group, and display it in a drink dispenser like this Mason Jar (left) from Pottery Barn. Use outdoor glassware, so no one has to worry about breaking a glass by the pool, and always have a designated adult watching swimmers.

SPIKED SUMMERTIME LEMONADE serves 8 to 10 1 cup sugar 1 cup water, plus 7 cups 6 lemons, juiced 2 cups Vodka Ice cubes Optional garnishes: pomegranate juice, fresh lemon slices, mint, or strawberries

Directions In a saucepan over a medium heat, combine 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then turn down to a simmer until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool completely.

In a pitcher or drink dispenser, combine the syrup, 7 cups water, lemon juice, vodka, and ice and stir to combine.

Garnish with a splash of pomegranate juice, fresh lemon slices, mint, or strawberries.

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Weekend afternoons or evenings spent poolside with family and friends is a treat that only summer can afford, and nothing screams summertime-fun more than lemonade. This sweet and tart childhood favorite turned boozy adult cocktail will be your new favorite warm-weather refresher.

PACKING FOR THE POOL

If you’re heading to a pool party or just going to relax solo poolside, you’ll want to be sure and pack a pool bag full of the necessities.

First, choose a large (preferably washable) tote bag. Tightly roll up a beach towel, and slide it vertically into the bag, so you can slip it out first thing. Use smaller waterproof bags (or plastic sandwich bags) for sunscreen and a change of dry clothes—to reuse later for a wet bathing suit. Take snacks and a bottle of water, a book, magazines and headphones for your iPhone. Don’t forget a hat and sunglasses plus any cosmetics (lip gloss, eye makeup remover, hair ties, etc).

SOCIAL | Stables & Silks Sponsored Event

Story & Photography by Rachel Weishaupt Women of Williamson (WOW) hosted Stables and Silks at the Westhaven clubhouse in honor of the Kentucky Derby again this year! Guests dressed in their best spring florals and, of course, fabulous hats for a night of food, fun and Derby watching.

The evening also featured a large silent auction with proceeds benefiting BRIDGES Domestic Violence Center and the WOW tuition scholarship program.

For more information on Stables and Silks, visit womenofwilliamson.org.

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LIFESTYLE | Your Best Self

THREE THINGS EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE MAN SHE LOVES Peace cannot be kept by force. It can only be kept by understanding. ~ Albert Einstein In honor of the men we love, this is for the ladies. We have fathers, may have brothers or sons, but understanding the men we partner with is often confusing, misunderstood territory for females. Men’s physiological differences and different social conditioning, create a climate for conflict in relationships. These differences aren’t bad or in need of change. They need to be understood and honored.

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Men Need to Feel Needed and Respected. Men feel competent by providing. They desire to know that what they do has meaning and purpose. But, times have changed. The old stereotypes of gender responsibility are gone. A women’s income can match or exceed her mates. I know women that can wield power tools better than their husbands. When women over-give, men take a back seat. What’s a girl to do? Give up some control. Don’t make all the plans, cook every meal or control every aspect of your lives together.

Give him room to do things that he excels at, and thank him! Your relationship will run smoother, and everyone will be happier.

2

Men Need Their Time Away. They need time alone or with friends to forget about problems and reconnect with themselves.

Most men have a desire for independence and autonomy. It’s their way of de-stressing. For many females, this can feel scary and uncomfortable. What’s a girl to do? Don’t take it personal if your guy doesn’t want to hash things out by talking all the time. Honor and encourage this difference. Use the time to connect with girlfriends or have your own down time. Respect his desire for space, and watch him return more emotionally available and caring.

3

Men Communicate Differently. It’s a fact, men talk less than women, sticking to one subject at a time. The two hemispheres of their brains are connected differently than females. Women multi-task. Men compartmentalize. Their minds focus on where they physically are, and they can actually be thinking about nothing. They use conversation to solve problems, not express emotions. What’s a girl to do? Don’t expect a man to understand your world of emotions.

He cares, but his way of showing support is to solve the situation. If you need to have an emotion based conversation with him, ask for what you want: just listen, don’t solve anything, just hold me. If they know what you want, most men are happy to comply.

These are generalizations of the gender differences, and the list is certainly not exhaustive. Just awareness that men and women are not the same can spawn understanding and create happier relationships.

Celebrating our fathers and all the men we love!

Be you. No apologies.

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LIFESTYLE | Read Between the Lines

FAULKNER As I Lay Dying is Faulkner’s harrowing account of the Bundren family’s odyssey across the Mississippi countryside to bury Addie, their wife and mother.

Narrated in turn by each of the family members - including Addie herself - as well as others the novel ranges in mood, from dark comedy to the deepest pathos. Considered one of the most influential novels in American fiction in structure, style, and drama, As I Lay Dying is a true 20th-century classic.

FITZGERALD The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald’s third book, stands as the supreme achievement of his career. This exemplary novel of the Jazz Age has been acclaimed by generations of readers.

The story of the fabulously wealthy Jay Gatsby and his love for the beautiful Daisy Buchanan, of lavish parties on Long Island at a time when The New York Times noted “gin was the national drink and sex the national obsession,” it is an exquisitely crafted tale of America in the 1920s. The Great Gatsby is one of the great classics of twentieth-century literature.

GREAT MEN OF LITERATURE HEMINGWAY The Old Man and the Sea is one of Hemingway’s most enduring works. Told in language of great simplicity and power, it is the story of an old Cuban fisherman, down on his luck, and his supreme ordeal - a relentless, agonizing battle with a giant marlin far out in the Gulf Stream. Here Hemingway recasts, in strikingly contemporary style, the classic theme of courage in the face of defeat, of personal triumph won from loss. Written in 1952, this hugely successful novella confirmed his power and presence in the literary world and played a large part in his winning the 1954 Nobel Prize for Literature.

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GRISHAM The Firm launched the career of John Grisham and set off a body of work that has been celebrated for over two decades. When Mitch McDeere signed on with Bendini, Lambert & Locke of Memphis, he thought that he and his beautiful wife were on their way. The firm leased him a BMW, paid off his school loans, arranged a mortgage, and hired the McDeeres a decorator. Mitch should have remembered what his brother Ray - doing fifteen years in a Tennessee jail - already knew: You never get nothing for nothing. Now the FBI has the lowdown on Mitch’s firm and needs his help.

BY SHELLY ROBERTSON BIRDSONG

In honor of the gentlemen this month, we found some great summer reading for men and the ladies too - by male writers in the last century. Here are just a few titles from some of the most prolific of American authors.

Enjoy!

KING The Shining, by author Stephen King is one of his best horror stories.

Jack Torrance’s new job at the Overlook Hotel is the perfect chance for a fresh start. As the off-season caretaker at the atmospheric old hotel, he’ll have plenty of time to spend reconnecting with his family and working on his writing. But as the harsh winter weather sets in, the idyllic location feels ever more remote...and more sinister.

And the only one to notice the strange and terrible forces gathering around the Overlook is Danny Torrance, a uniquely gifted five-year-old.

STEINBECK The Grapes of Wrath is a book that galvanized, and sometimes outraged, millions of readers. Steinbeck’s Pulitzer Prize-winning epic of the Great Depression chronicles the Dust Bowl migration of the 1930s and tells the story of one Oklahoma farm family, the Joads, driven from their homestead and forced to travel west to the promised land of California. Out of their trials and their repeated collisions against the hard realities of an America divided into Haves and Have-Nots evolves a drama that is intensely human yet majestic in its scale and moral vision, elemental yet plainspoken, tragic but ultimately stirring in its human dignity.

SOCIAL | Happy Birthday Fountains of Franklin

On June 5th, the Fountains of Franklin celebrated its third birthday with lots of festivities for its guests, including a cook-out, birthday cake, live music, antique automobiles and games for the children. Approximately 200 people attended. This beautiful facility, located in Franklin, provides care and joy to its residents, staff and our community!

Happy Birthday!

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SOCIAL | Snowball Express 5k

LIFESTYLE | Your Health & Wellness

Story & Photography by K. York The Snowball Express 5k was held on the Square in downtown Franklin on the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend. Runners, volunteers and supporters came together to honor our nation’s fallen soldiers, by supporting their children. Snowball Express helps these children through activities all year along with a special fourday event where children get together with other children who understand their loss. The race was started by Elizabeth and Samantha Ponder, daughters of MSG Tre Ponder, who was killed in action in Afghanistan in 2005. To learn more, go to snowballexpress5k.org.

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MENTAL TOUGHNESS TO MANAGE YOUR TIME Have you ever felt as if there’s too much going on? Not enough hours in the day? How do the most successful people manage to conquer the world and do it all with ease? After studying and coaching top performers for more than thirty years, Steve Siebold, author of 177 Mental Toughness Secrets of The World Class, and a psychological performance and mental toughness coach, says it comes down to these ways of taking on life and managing time: 1. Keep things in perspective: Most people crack under pressure because they lose their perspective. Their fear of losing overwhelms them to the point of physical, emotional and spiritual breakdowns.

2. Compartmentalize: Most people get bogged down in the details of every little problem, yet some people are able to manage multiple problems and maintain emotional control while solving them individually. This is called compartmentalization. Commit to compartmentalizing your problems by focusing exclusively on one problem at a time.

3. Escape excessive cognition: The enemy of creativity and clarity is excessive cognition, or having too many thoughts to process at the same time. Investing in solitude will keep the mind rested, fresh and able to focus.

4. Master Follow Up: Most people over-promise and underdeliver. Keep a pen and paper with you at all times or make a note on your Smartphone to do the things you say you are going to do.

Follow through inspires confidence and fosters trust.

5. Don’t be addicted to the approval of other people: A lot of people value the opinions of other people over their own. Next time you wonder ‘what if’ people don’t agree with you or won’t like you, reframe the question to ‘so what if ’ they don’t? What’s the worst that will happen?”

6. Learn to say ‘No:’ If you’re a ‘yes’ person and always agree to help with additional favors, projects and other requests for your time, it’s taking away from other things you could be doing. It’s perfectly acceptable to say ‘no’ from time to time.

7. Develop a sense of urgency: Most people operate like there is an endless amount of time in a day, week, month year and life, and constantly procrastinate. To be more productive, you need to be more sensitive to time. Go after things with a sense of urgency.

8. Become a problem solver: People who manage to do it all are focused on solving problems. They aren’t worried about being recognized or given credit for what they accomplish. Drop your ego and reach out for help when you have too much on your plate. Learn to delegate. You’re human, after all, and there’s no shame in turning to others for help.

For more information on Siebold and ways to combat stress, manage time and be mentally tough, go to mentaltoughnesssecrets.com.

SOCIAL | Franklin Hot Air Balloon Festival Story & Photography by Desiree Fisher The Westhaven community held the Franklin Hot Air Balloon Festival in May, and it was a sight to see! This family friendly event included craft vendors, live music, food trucks, a KidZone and concluded with a spectacular Latie Yeomans, hot air balloon glow at dusk. For more information on Caroline Spradlin the event, visit franklinballoonfestival.com. & McKenzie Garepo

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LIFESTYLE | A Southern Gentleman Is...

THEY CALL IT

BY DANNY ANDERSON

I remember as a teen getting my first blue and white seersucker suit and white bucks to go along with it and thinking I was looking pretty cool. Ever since then, you can find seersucker shorts, shirts and suits hanging in my closet. I love seersucker because it is casual, cool and very comfortable.

Derived from two Persians words meaning “milk and sugar,” seersucker is a thin, puckered all cotton fabric, commonly striped or checked, used to make clothing for spring or summer. In the South, seersucker was a favored mainstay of a gentleman’s wardrobe, because the light weight fabric helped fight the heat and humidity in the summer. From what I have read, seersucker was originally worn by the poor in the United States until preppy, undergraduate students began wearing it in the 1920’s.

As a clothier in Franklin, I ran the Bennett House Clothing for Gentlemen and their Sons. I remember getting our shipments of Haspel seersucker and poplin suits, which were always popular items with our customers. From the preppy, college set to the dignified, professional - seersucker was always a hit.

Joseph Haspel Sr, a New Orleans native, was the first to recognize the power of the pucker. With a goal of creating clothes that could stand up to the New Orleans heat, he founded the Haspel brand in 1909. The world seemed to agree with Joseph Sr and Haspel became synonymous with that puckered fabric. Note Gregory Pecks suit in “To Kill a Mockingbird,” or Cary Grants in “Charade” - you got it - they are Haspel. From 1996-2012, even the US Senate had a Seersucker Thursday in June and locally if you want to see a sea of seersucker, just go to the Iroquois Steeplechase where you will see every combination imaginable. The story goes that Joseph Sr. once dove into the ocean with his clothes on just to show his friends how good his wash and wear 36 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | SUMMER 2016

suit would still look at that evenings cocktails. Since 2010, “Seersucker Social” events have been held in major cities all across the United States. Usually as a fundraiser, participants deck themselves out in their finest seersucker to celebrate one of many worthy causes.

In my opinion, and in the opinion of many others, the best Seersucker Social event anywhere is held here in Franklin, when noted author Robert Hicks hosts his “Seriously Seersucker” Party at O’More College of Design. As a fundraiser for scholarships to O’More, Robert rallied a team of committed and talented friends to pull of what many have deemed the “Best Party of the Year.” On August 27th, Robert will once again pull off his magic, as the big tent goes up on the beautiful treed lawn of O’More College and friends gather to celebrate the school, life and, of course, Seersucker! For more information on the event, go to seriouslyseersucker.com.

I hope to see you at “Seriously Seersucker,” but if not, I hope you have a safe and fun filled summer.

Danny

SOCIAL | Chukkers for Charity Kick Off Party Sponsored Event

Story & Photography by K. York The inaugural kickoff party for the Chukkers for Charity fundraising event was held at AshBlue in Green Hills. The party celebrated the 20th anniversary of the charity’s polo match, which benefits Rochelle Center and SaddleUp!.

There was special recognition of individuals who have been with the charity since day one, as well as hors d’oeuvres, wine and shopping. Over $2 million has been raised for the non profits to date. Make sure to mark your calendars for this year’s Chukkers for Charity on September 10th. For more information, go to chukkersforcharity.net.

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SOCIAL | O'More Fashion Show Sponsored Event

Story & Photography by K. York The annual O’More College of Design Fashion Show hit the runway at the John C. Tune Airport for its 18th annual fashion showcase of collections by junior and senior students.

The atmosphere was electric as students presented their designs for the recognition of the Designer Achievement and Distinguished Designer Awards. The red carpet was rolled out for the evening’s VIP guests. The hangar was filled with excitement and anticipation as O’More College took its place in promoting Nashville as one of the leading fashion industries in the country. For more information on O'More College of design, go to omorecollege.edu.

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SOCIAL | Carrie's Crawfish Boil Story & Photography by K. York In celebration of Carrie McGavock’s southern Louisiana heritage, the Battle of Franklin Trust held the first Carrie’s Crawfish Boil, on the grounds of Historic Carnton Plantation.

It was a perfect kick-off to spring and summer, the sky was blue, and the temperature was perfect for a Sunday afternoon picnic of crawfish and the “fixins." There were lawn games, live music by A Boy Named Banjo and even a vintage base ball game in the field. To learn more about Carrie McGavock and Historic Carnton Plantation, go to boft.org.

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COMMUNITY | Your Community Partner

Raise the Roof with the Gentlemen of D9HP

BY SHELLY ROBERTSON BIRDSONG

Living in such a vibrant historic district as we do here in Franklin, new growth has come to be expected and, in some cases, fought. However, much of the truly integral and noteworthy projects of the last decade have come in the shape of great historically deferential projects that have made sure to integrate into the existing landscape and contribute to the fabric of the unique downtown, whenever possible. One such memorable project was D9’s Brownstones at First & Church and the Historic District’s first Class A office building at 131 Third Avenue North. D9 HP (Heartland Partners), brings sophisticated knowledge and proven success over twenty years of constructing, developing, managing, leasing and enhancing the value of commercial real estate. Their principals, Bernie Butler of D9 Development, LLC and Brian Schiedemeyer of Heartland Partners, LLC now embark on their latest downtown project - the 231 Public Square. Brian and Bernie are both long-time residents of Williamson County who bring a high level of experience, personal affection and interest to the 231 Public Square project.

Together, they have deep expertise in commercial real estate.

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The cornerstone building, commonly referred to as the First Tennessee Bank building, which anchors the northeast quadrant of the Square, was built in the 1970’s. As project leaders, D9HP, LLC will transform it into a more architecturally appropriate building that represents both the history of the area and the modern needs of the bustling Main Street retail district. There has not been a similar project, in size or scope on Franklin’s Public Square, since the building was constructed.

“231 Public Square will be a centerpiece we can all be proud of, using history as our road map and complementing it with Class A office space and destination-dining options.

We are not sparing any expense in making it the best contribution to the district that it can possibly be,” notes Schiedemeyer.

Bernie Butler and Brian Schiedemeyer

When complete, 231 Public Square will feature a rooftop restaurant and event space, a first-floor restaurant opening onto the Square and approximately 30,000 square feet of Class A office space for lease. Street side seating, large windows and brick and limestone facades that complement the architecture of other buildings on the Square, will harken back to the original structure located on that parcel, which dated to the late 1800’s.

“This building will be a focal point for those entering downtown from all directions and an easy stopping point for the thousands on Main Street every day. We want it to be a landmark for generations to come,” said Butler. “The community has put their faith in us, and this event is just one way to thank and involve them in the process.”

D9HP feels that they invest considerable time and capital in the downtown community by supporting the Heritage Foundation, the Main Street festivals and events, Franklin Tomorrow’s visioning trips and various planning groups trying to make sure Franklin continues to grow in ways that support our very important historic downtown.

Their building projects are no less relevant to them, when it comes to showing that they are true stewards and partners to the history, character and integrity of the downtown area. And it’s important to economic growth in the area, too. The gentlemen explain: “Nashville is one of the hottest real estate and growth markets in the country.

Williamson County will soon have as much Class ‘A’ office space as downtown Nashville, and Williamson County has led the country in real job growth this year. The soul and strategic centerpiece of this amazing county is the historic Square in downtown Franklin and has been for over 200 years. 231 Public Square will be the front door to everything that happens here for the next several hundred years to come. Companies and restaurants want to make sure they have the opportunity to be the one with that preferred view, so it’s no surprise that there is so much interest in our project. It’s our job to pay off that expectation,” they say.

If revitalizing a piece of the retail market wasn’t enough, D9HP is also hoping to embark on more residential development with The Arlington at West Main. This project is still in the process of gaining community approval with very positive feedback, thus far. As proposed, the Arlington would replace an aging 1970’s-era apartment complex with a structure that blends seamlessly with the National Register Hincheyville historic district and offer eight luxury condominium units. Condos would range from 3,500 to 4,500 square feet with a projected completion of spring 2018.

“Our goal is to find a solid economic approach to make very important strategic locations architecturally relevant, like we’re doing at 231 Public Square and The Arlington at West Main and like we did at 131 Third Avenue North and The Brownstones. It is our goal to create something that’s beautiful and built in a way that will be here for hundreds of years,” Butler says. “We don’t live in a fake, propped up town. This is a real place with real history, and it demands the very best we can come up with. This doesn’t happen without an incredibly talented team of professionals and without the amazing cooperation of the leaders at the City of Franklin, the Historic Zoning Commission, the Heritage Foundation and neighbors who live in our historic district,” he concludes.

Construction on 231 Public Square begins this summer and is projected for completion in the second quarter of 2017. Leasing at 231 Public Square is currently underway. “We live in a very special place that has proven over a couple of hundred years that it is a magnet for exceptional people from all over the planet. Our community is connected to and contributing to the fabric of life in Williamson County and beyond. Brian and I just want to make sure we encourage that by the work we do - in this place we love,” says Butler.

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Royal Manor High atop a hillside off Old Hickory Boulevard sits Royal Manor. Behind the gated community of Woodward Hills, this elegant property is not just an architectural jewel but a warm and comfortable home to its occupants, Joy and J.R. Roper and their two Westies, Queenie and Cassie.

The Ropers moved to Brentwood in 1995, then to Franklin in 1998, and back to Brentwood in 2007 to their “Royal Manor.” “We love the sense of community in Williamson County. We appreciate the attention to preservation and to the great educational systems in the county,” says JR. “Because we attend many music and social events in Nashville, our home is conveniently located in Brentwood but only fifteen minutes from downtown Nashville.”

The architectural style of the house, as described by renowned architect J Terry Bates, is High Italian. The interior is also very Italian in style. It features beautiful

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Italian hand painted frescoes as well as elaborate European Masonry window and door trim treatments The house was completed in 2004. Built by Barry and Todd Zeitlin, the exterior and interior trim work is some of the finest in middle Tennessee. The interiors were hand selected and procured by Interior Designer, Kathy Zeitlin. The Zeitlins appropriately named the estate “Royal Manor” in honor of their favorite pooch, Royal.

The 2.35 acres of the estate are part of the last section that originally belonged to the Ward family. The Ward Farm, better known today as Maryland Farms, was the home of Jim Ward, the only child of J Truman and Mary Ward. Maryland, as it was called, was the stopping off and resting place for many thoroughbreds in the 40’s and 50’s for equestrians traveling from the south to the Triple Crown. At that time, Maryland included two training tracts for American Saddle Horses and Tennessee Walking Horses. It was the home of the famous American Ace. The gated community now has thirteen homes.

The original structure had a basement that was above grade on three sides. This basement was finished off by previous owners using the exact materials matching the rest of the home. They also added a full kitchen, a full bath, 2 half baths and a 5th bedroom. The basement is bright and sunny with 17.8’ windows and glass window paned French doors. At the same time the previous owners added a $250,000.00 salt-water spa, stone brook, infinity pool and tons of stacked stonewalls and terraces.

For the Ropers, who are now in the process of downsizing to accommodate hectic real estate careers and the absence of their only son Jameson from the home, their “oasis” back yard will always hold their fondest memories. “Jameson, held court most week-ends with about forty to fifty of his friends throughout his high school and college years. We miss those days the most,” says Joy. “Christmas Parties that featured so many wonderful performers over the years. Martin Johnson, Dan and Shay, just to mention a few, are also treasured memories we take with us of this house,” the Ropers say. But October 10, 2015 has to be the most memorable event to treasure, as it was the date Jameson married the beautiful Devin Grissom of Memphis. “The wedding was held on our property with a fountain and formal garden as the backdrop. The tented party to follow was also a night to remember. Martin Johnson, who wrote the duet he recorded with Taylor Swift, performed that song, “Two Is Better Then One,” for the newlyweds first dance,” JR recalls.

This special home has more memories to make. And despite the fact that the Ropers will soon move on, their hope is that a new family will fill its walls with a new history of their own.

“The sense of permanence and place in history of Brentwood has brought us much satisfaction, knowing that we live and create on property that has such an equestrian heritage. The front gates are ornamented with a pair of horses. In the central island, a pair of bronze horses greet every visitor. And at the entrance of Royal Manor, a pond is the home of a cast bronze fountain that features dancing thoroughbreds,” says JR.

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While the structure of the home is nothing short of impressive, the inside is also exceptionally grand and unique, thanks to the beautiful collection of furniture, artwork and other pieces belonging to the Ropers.

Much of the furnishings in the house are family heirlooms. The antique dining table and breakfront were selected and purchased from Northgate Galleries and specifically chosen to mimic the masonry arches in the formal dining room. The Steinway Grand piano is the focal point of the formal living/music room. This room is used by the Ropers, both musically gifted individuals, to entertain their guests after dinners and during parties. Their art collection includes local artist Harold Kraus, Cuban artist Rolando Diaz, a Justin Gaffrey acrylic and many others.

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SOCIAL | Old, Old Jail Grand Opening

Story & Photography by K. York The public was invited to the Old, Old Jail at 112 Bridge Street in downtown Franklin for the grand reveal of its transformation into the new home of the Heritage Foundation.

The Old, Old Jail, now known as the Big House for Historic Preservation, will serve the community as a public resource for historic preservation. The attention to the original architectural design, along with the photographs reflecting the rich history of our community, left guests and history buffs spellbound. The grand opening included tours, music and great food courtesy of Puckett’s. The Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County is a non profit organization dedicated to protecting and preserving the historic resources in Franklin and Williamson County, and the Big House has been restored to be the perfect place to call ‘home’. For more information, go to historicfranklin.com.

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Living With Antiques

BY JANE MARTIN

Checking with Webster’s to insure that we’re all on the same page, he says that an “Antique” is “a work of art, a piece of furniture or a decorative object made in an earlier period and, according to various customs laws, at least 100 years ago.” I guess that makes it pretty clear that most humans won’t become an antique, but probably many of our possessions will.

Kind of weird, when you think about it. Holding on to your families possessions seems to be a way to honor the memories of the past. There are objects in our history that cause such a flood of memories that we actually release the same endorphins as feeling loved or being hugged. Who knew?

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As our days fly by us, it’s hard to wrap your mind around the thought that, at this very moment, we are making our history. We seldom have memories from the past that just float in our minds in a big white cloud or totally empty surroundings. Most of our memories include locations and surroundings and many of the other components that come together like a jigsaw puzzle to frame our fondest (or worst) memories. In other words, memories do not exist in a bubble but require us to put them into some kind of perspective of time and place. Many times this includes the rooms and the furniture that is in them to be the backdrop for said memory, and that’s why antiques are so important to us.

family that makes my owning that particular family antique especially meaningful to me.

Uncle Charles had lit all the candles on the sideboard for Thanksgiving dinner. During the middle of the meal, the cloth under the candles caught fire! Everyone at the table jumped to the rescue, grabbed their glass of sweet tea and vigorously tossed it onto the sideboard. Best bath that sideboard had seem in many, many years.

Living with antiques does not necessarily mean that you have to surround yourself with them. Think of antique furniture or objects a pieces of art to be dispersed so that they are at their highest and best use. Mixing antiques with traditional furniture is swell, but I think mixing them with contemporary counter pieces is hot, hot, hot. In s situation like that, an antique piece can take on a totally new demeanor. It can shine as the only piece in the room with a true history.

Antiques are a piece of history sitting in our house, today, at this point in time, collecting more memories for your future generations.

Most of us own one or two antique pieces for one reason or another. Maybe there is an item you took from your Grandparents that is a treasure to you today. Or maybe you’ve got the dresser that your great Aunt left to you, or the first piece of “junk” you and your significant other bought at some 2nd hand store, because it was the best you could do at the time. We all have our reasons for living with antiques.

The word antiques is a very scary word to some people. It conjures up images of a house full of old orange oak dressers and washstands. Or maybe some people’s image of antiques is a massive and dark heavily carved dining room buffet covered in gothic gargoyles with enough dust in its carvings to plant corn. Or maybe you see that little bitty furniture from the Victorian area when most all of us were more petite. We certainly were built much closer to the ground in that era. I can hardly lift myself out of a Victorian settee.

Some antiques come with long stories behind them about the family they lived with and how much of the world it’s seen. Most items that are over 100 years old have some kind of past, and some family member is usually able to share the tale, thus giving the item

It’s interesting to me to think about beginning the story of some of my own possessions and that someday they will be antiques too.

I think of the “Jenny Lind” baby bed that I blew our savings account for back in 1973.

I know it’s a long way yet from an actual antique, but all these years later it has slept at least two additional decades of our family’s babies. I think about this bed’s future and the possibilities of where it might end up, especially since my daughter just moved across country to Oregon. Someday this baby bed will have quite a story to tell. Did I mention that the baby bed is yellow?

more credibility and value to those around it.

Because of these “tales” you grew to respect the object, the story told about it and the people who had cared for it so lovingly. Then one day, the chance to actually own the object makes itself available, and suddenly you realize how strong your connection to that particular piece of history has become overt the years. There is a sideboard tale in my own

Next time you run across an older piece that pulls at your heartstrings, look at it with different eyes. Things that once were one thing can become something else, and the good part about antiques in our current lifetime is that the grungier they look, the more in style they are. Actually, I think to refinish any antique is a travesty. It erases the history and the value all at the same time. The patina is what tells the story. That’s what must be embraced about antiques.

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summer COOKOUT

BY KRISTA EHRET

A good old fashioned backyard cookout is the quintessential summer party. Everyone loves an excuse to get together, have some yummy food and just relax. There’s also a nostalgic vibe that carries you back to the fun days of summer vacation. This type of get-together really requires no holiday or reason. Just simply the fact that it’s grill season. Whether a planned party or a last minute dinner, here are a few tips for your next BBQ bash.

BEAT THE HEAT! The nature of this party lends itself to everyone being outside for the majority of the event. While most guests will be familiar with summer in the south (aka humidtown), and will be prepared, it’s still nice to offer some amenities. Ice down some coolers, galvanized tubs, hog trough, etc., and fill them with beer, bottled water, soda and juice boxes for the kiddos. Do this about an hour before your guests arrive so everything has plenty of time to get cold.

Crank up any extra fans you may have, and consider investing in a mister fan (the water variety not the gender). Lastly, make sure you have some sort of frozen drink or food item to offer. Daiquiris, Popsicles or even some frozen fruit can do wonders on those steamy days!

BATTLE THE BUGS. Right up there with the humidity, our pests are notorious. Make sure you have some bug spray handy. Citronella candles are great, but the tiki torches that can be filled with bug repellent oil are even better.

You can place these around the perimeter of where your guests will be sitting for a helpful bug barrier. Wasps and bees are another concern this time of the year. Keep some Benadryl and band-aids handy. You’ll also want to remember to keep all food covered. Gnats and flies love nothing more than a fresh potato salad or fruit tray. They make some great mesh domes that work perfectly to protect your dishes from the uninvited intruders.

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BRING ON THE GAMES. Yard games are known to attract even the most sedentary guest. There’s something about throwing a sack of corn or a horse shoe that’s just hard to resist. Now is the perfect opportunity to get some use out of that life size Jenga or croquet set. If you set it, they will play. If you’ve got a more athletic crowd, consider a game of volleyball.

BURGER UP! Summer cookouts often are planned last minute after a fun day at the pool or to kick off the weekend on a Friday night. Make things easy on yourself and stock your freezer with burgers, hot dogs and buns. Stock up on chips and beverages at Sam’s or Costco.

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Story & Photography by Rachel Weishaupt The Eat the Street Food Truck Festival was back for another successful year in Franklin’s Bicentennial Park.

It was a perfect evening as guests gathered on the grassy lawn of the park to enjoy delicious food from a variety of vendors. Around forty food trucks hit the street along with a selection of live music from local musicians. The annual event, which brings in over 10,000 people, benefits the 21st Drug Court. Proceeds from the evening go towards helping Drug Court participants get the services, treatment and supervision they need. Â For more information about the annual event, visit facebook.com/21drugcourt.

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SOCIAL | Spring Hill Wine Festival

Story & Photography by Desiree Fisher The inaugural Spring Hill Wine Festival was a sold out success! Taking place at the beautiful historic Oaklawn Plantation in Spring Hill, the wine festival showcased an extensive array of tasting tables with more than 100 impressive wines from around the globe. The event also featured live music and culinary food stations from top local restaurants. For more information, visit springhillchamber.com.

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SOCIAL | 67th Annual Franklin Rodeo

Story & Photography by K. York The Franklin Noon Rotary Club brought the 67th annual Franklin Rodeo to the Williamson County Ag EXPO Park for multiple nights of family fun once again! The kick-off party on Wednesday evening was free to the public with behind the chutes tours, line dancing and a concert by the Kentucky Linemen.

On Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights, the fans enjoyed team roping, saddle bronc riding, tie down roping, bareback riding, calf roping, steer wrestling and bull riding and got to cheer on Williamson County’s own, JC Burns, Tom Boune and Houston Herbert in the competition. Even the kids got in on the action with mutton bustin’ and the calf scramble. This year’s beneficiaries were Bridges Domestic Violence Shelter, One Gen Away and The Breast Health Center at Williamson Medical Center. The Noon Rotary has raised over $2.5 million to fund local charities. For more information, go to frankinrodeo.com.

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SOCIAL | O'More Show House Preview Party Sponsored Event

Story & Photography by K. York Parks Realty presented the 2016 O’More Show House, located on Franklin’s historic Main Street, this year. The Preview Party took place on the evening before the tour opened to the public, kicking off the fundraising event for the O’More College of Design and School of Interior Design. This year’s Show House featured a 5,200 sq. ft.

Craftsman-style cottage. The interior of the house was completely renovated, and the décor of every space was uniquely created by designers many with ties to O’More College of Design. This exquisitely designed home was O’More’s third Show House proving once again what a jewel we have in our community.

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SOCIAL | Voices for Children

Story & Photography by Anna Robertson Williamson County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) hosted its 5th Annual “Voices for Children” fundraiser, presented by Jackson, in May at the Franklin Theatre. Voices’ guests enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, a live auction and several incredible performances. Grammy-winning songwriters Chris DeStefano and Marcus Hummon took the stage with players from the Nashville Studio Symphony for a one-of-a-kind musical event dubbed “Music City Hit-Makers: Where Song Meets Symphony.” The evening raised funds for the local non-profit’s programs and its mission to protect abused and neglected children within the county’s court system. For more information, visit williamsoncountycasa.org.

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Bountiful Blooms from Back in Time FIELD TRIP TO RESTORED CARNTON GARDENS SURE TO INSPIRE

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Justin Stelter is the first one to admit just how lucky he is to have his job. As the director of garden and grounds at Carnton Plantation in Franklin for more than ten years now, it’s a gig he never could have even imagined - and one he didn’t even know was available when he got it.

Stelter had been studying economics in college with a minor in Spanish. He was nearing graduation day when he realized he didn’t want to sit behind a desk for the next forty years. He just loved working outside too much. So when a friend on the board of Carnton Plantation, author Robert Hicks (The Widow of the South), invited him out to see the grounds, he gladly went. From there, it was a bit of an ambush. “We arrived at the garden and there were four board members, sitting on the ground pulling weeds,” Stelter remembers. “We introduced ourselves and they said, ‘We understand you’re here for the job.’

I looked at my friend Robert, because I’d been blindsided. I said, ‘What job?’”

The job was as head gardener at the home built in 1826 by former Nashville mayor Randal McGavock. Shocked, Stelter let the members know that, while he paid his way through college mowing lawns, his degree had nothing to do with historic gardening. Still, they thought Stelter was their man and asked him to write up a two-page 60 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | SUMMER 2016

paper over the weekend about what he would do with the grounds.

So Stelter did just that, and a few days later he was the new head gardener with absolutely no experience. “If Carnton had a huge budget, they could have done a national search for a person with twenty years of experience, who had been trained in England, that had studied art and landscape architecture and design history and plant botany,” Stelter says. “I was none of those. I was just a hard worker who knew that I was at that crucial time in my life.”

Field Trip with Justin Stelter at the Gardens of Carnton Plantation in Franklin

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Stelter knew how important his new job was and how much what the work would mean. “We have a strong community, and so after looking at the budget, looking at the garden, and honestly, after just hard work getting the garden weeded, I joined about twenty local organizations,” he says. Over the years Stelter has developed a masterful knowledge of the history of gardens in the mid-state and a network of experts at the landscape architect’s fingertips who can fill in any obscure blanks, especially as a board member of the Southern Garden History Society or his work with the Middle Tennessee Hosta Society, the National Rose Society, the Middle Tennessee Perennial Plant Society and more. “Any time I had a question about plants which I knew very little

about I would go to these organizations and ask the experts,” he says. “When we wanted to put in a hosta planting in our pre-1869 garden at Carnton, I didn’t know what turn of hostas were available in the mid-south prior to 1869. I did some research and read some books, but then I went to Cornelia Holland, who was the president at the time of the Middle Tennessee Hosta Society. She put me in contact with the American Hosta Society, and pretty soon, I had a couple of different papers submitted to me from around the country. But, the one that stood out was about how hostas migrated through early America in gardens.”

Through his research Stelter was able to identify and then prove that there were five species of hostas available prior to 1869 in middle Tennessee. He located them and planted them, and that’s just one of dozens of examples of how the garden has progressed.

A TRIP TO THE GROUNDS On August 13th, Stelter will be hosting a field trip for the Sumner County Master Gardeners of the mid-19th Century kitchen and ornamental garden he has meticulously reconstructed to be absolutely accurate to the time it first bloomed. Carpooling from Mansker’s Station in Goodlettsville or just meeting on the grounds, Stelter will be on hand to show off all of his meticulouslyresearched restoration.

“I will start them on the back lawn and show them what archaeology has shown us over the years - where we know the paths were in the privy, and the slave quarters. I’ll walk them around the house and show them where archaeology shows the early garden, which was just a door yard garden. Then I’ll take them to the garden that we interpret today, which is an 1847-1869 period garden.”

Stelter considers the Carnton garden one of the top ten in the nation for that period, which is focused on a short, twenty-year period. By comparison, when Stelter does work with the Hermitage, those gardens have a more layered history that interprets about eighty years of successive generations.

“It creates some challenges but it also really keeps us hyper focused,” he says. “We get to see the Civil War happen and it’s ramifications on gardens, but we also get to see that whole build up to the Civil War. People forget how incredibly strong a nation from an economics standpoint we were in the 1840’s and 1850’s.

That doesn’t happen again until the 1880’s and 1890’s with the industrial revolution because the impact of the Civil War just devastates, at least here in the south.”

Enthusiasts who make it out for the field trip will also see the different styles of fencing that were common place in 1850’s and 1860’s, as well as five different plantings for the purpose of education, including daffodils that were available in the middle Tennessee prior to 1869 as well as roses, hostas and peonies. “We have some unique features, that quintessential mid-19th century interpretation or stylistic interpretation,” Stelter says.

Since 1995 Stelter has not only held key gardening roles at Carnton Plantation but at Rachel’s Garden at The Hermitage where he served as the Historic Garden Consultant from 2009-2012. Currently, at the historic Carter House, Stelter is leading a representative in the planting

of the 1869 orchard and is in the process of creating a one acre mid-19th Century vegetable garden.

Downtown Franklin residents could soon be in for a blooming treat, as well, when Stelter begins work on the city garden downtown.

“It’s got a lot of old bones from about the 1880’s and 1910,” he says. “In America, we call it the golden age of American gardening.

They’re looking at a garden from a much grander standpoint. We’re creating a plan, a re-adaptation, for that garden right now.”

Stelter is also working on a mission statement and plans for other areas, like Grassmere at the Nashville Zoo and dozens of historical residential properties.

“The real problem with Middle Tennessee gardens is that we’re nowhere near the caliber of great 19th century Virginia gardens or, for that matter, great English gardens. But, we’re trying.”

One of Stelter’s future goals is to connect what he calls the great three gardens – the Hermitage’s early English garden, Carnton’s ornamental and kitchen garden and Cheekwood. – to better promote the area’s history through horticulture. “If I can, I want to connect those three gardens and bring groups into Middle Tennessee to better understand those three gardens, the differences between the three and how the development of those gardens mirrored the development of America in the west.”

And just maybe, he will someday start digging into whatever happened to the gardens at mapmaker Daniel Smith’s historic Rock Castle in Hendersonville. “They lost the land to the lake and it’s tragic that documentation might be lost,” he says.

“I really think since Daniel Smith was a legendary mapmaker, I can’t believe that there’s not some notes about his personal property around that just hasn’t surfaced yet or maybe they’re there and no one’s looked.”

To learn more about the tour in August go to the Sumner County Master Gardener’s Facebook page or contact Carnton at boft.org.

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SOCIAL | Hits for the Homeless

BUSINESS | Your Real Estate

Story & Photography by Rachel Weishaupt Montgomery Gentry gave an intimate acoustic performance at the Factory to support Hits for the Homeless held this spring. The evening included dinner, a silent auction and a performance by Grand Ole Opry members Montgomery Gentry. All proceeds from the benefit concert go directly to Layman Lessons, a non-profit that supplies a variety of necessities to the local homeless community.

WILLIAMSON COUNTY HOUSING MARKET REMAINS HOT AS SUMMER BEGINS HOME SALES REMAIN STEADY, PRICES STRONG The Williamson County housing market remains hot with activity during the second quarter of 2016.

Home sales remained steady and median sales price for a single-family home continued at record highs in May 2016, according to the monthly market report released today by the Williamson County Association of REALTORS®.

Homes sales remained steady for the month of May with a total of 532 closings versus 541 closings in May 2015, which was a slight decline of 1.6 percent.

The median sales price rose 5.6 percent to $433,000 in May 2016 from $409,999 during the same period last year.

Eddie Montgomery & Troy Gentry

Dean & Paula Weaver

Crystal & Alex Anderson

Year-to-date closings through May 2016 in Williamson County were 2,059, representing an 8.7 percent increase over the 1,894 closings for the same period last year.

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“Williamson County’s residential real estate market remains dynamic as we enter the summer selling season,” said David Logan, President of the Williamson County Association of REALTORS®. “The strong growth in sales price is yet another indicator of the desirability of the community among active buyers in the market. It is also very apparent that, if there was more inventory available, the number of closings would also be much higher.”

“As more businesses establish and expand their operations in Williamson County coupled with the continued strength of the public and private school systems, we anticipate the residential real estate market to continue to flourish,” said Logan.

Total available residential inventory stood at 1,827 units at the end of May 2016 indicating inventory in Williamson County remains tight at a three-and-a-half month’s supply. A six-month supply of inventory is considered to be a balanced market.

“Although Williamson County is still facing a less than sufficient supply of inventory, listings have continued to increase month over month in 2016,” said Logan. “And while we expect to see seasonal gains in inventory levels, the demand for moderately priced housing that accommodates the community’s workforce continues to be a need.”

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“Congressman Marsha Blackburn, who was our guest speaker at last week’s WCAR annual membership luncheon, addressed several of the issues important to REALTORS, including tax reform, private flood insurance options and more affordable options for homeownership,” continued Logan. “We are very pleased that Congressman Blackburn along with our other elected officials representing Williamson County understand and are responsive to the concerns of the real estate community.”

SOCIAL | RED Day Event

Story & Photography by Desiree Fisher Renew, Energize and Donate, also known as RED Day, began with Keller Williams Realty in 2009, as their annual day of service in the community. This year’s RED Day for the Keller Williams local offices was on May 12th. Every year, Keller Williams offices around the world fundraise, volunteer and do hands-on work with unique community events and organizations. This year, the team renovated one of the Tennessee Children Baptist Home neighborhood cottages, allowing a family to move in and help foster children. They provided painting, added new flooring, provided a new roof, a new water heater and more to make this home a wonderful a safe space for a family to move into.

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COMMUNITY | In Your Backyard

Leiper's Fork Distillery

BY ANNA ROBERTSON

There is nothing sweeter than the taste of a smooth whiskey when it hits your lips, especially when that fine whiskey is crafted locally. There is a sense of satisfaction knowing that something so good came from right in your own back yard. We have some fine distilleries in our community, and there is a new one to visit, sample and savor.

Leiper’s Fork Distillery, located at 3381 Southall Road in Franklin, is a closely held family business owned and operated by the Kennedy and Locke families. There are no outside corporate investors.

Lee Kennedy had the dream of opening a distillery, and his family was excited and happy to join the business to make his dream their dream. Lee is the distiller and operator, the matriarch of the family, Gayle Locke Kennedy (mother), his brother, Wes Kennedy and their uncle, Nick Locke are the owners. Currently, the distillery employs six individuals who are family and close friends and help Lee run the daily operations.

Leiper’s Fork Distillery is a small boutique distillery producing only 25,000 gallons per year bringing back the art, heritage and history of small batch distilling similar to the forefathers of distilling.

“We will craft premium spirits using mainly local ingredients and limestone filtered water to create superior spirits with a signature taste. Leiper’s Fork Distillery will be characterized primarily by a low volume/low impact concept of production. We aim to recapture the lost art of small batch spirit production, pouring our heart and soul into every drop we produce from grain to glass,” says Lee Kennedy.

The Distillery was organized in 2012, but it took over three years for local, state and federal approval,

equipment installation and construction.

The distillery began actual operations in early May 2016. Local, state and federal approval took three years. One critical and important item for Lee was to also have his neighbor’s approval.

Lee lives right outside of Leiper’s Fork and has roots there dating back to 1805. He has owned the 27-acre property the distillery is built upon since the late 1990’s. When the decision was made to go forward with building the distillery, the property and its close proximity to the historic village of Leiper’s Fork seemed to be a natural fit. In addition, Leiper’s Fork has a rich history with distilling whiskey, both legal and illegal.

Distilling captivated the proprietor of Leiper’s Fork Distillery since he was sixteen years old, when he read Volume 1 of the Foxfire Books that gave a detailed description of how to build a still. “The history and heritage, which has its cultural roots in Scotland, Ireland and the American south, greatly moves and drives a lot of what we do. We also love the science of fermentation and distillation that traces its roots back to classical Greece then to the alchemist of the early Middle Ages. It is gratifying to create a product that has such a rich and colorful past,” explains Lee. It is foremost a whiskey distillery. “We make three whiskeys here; a Tennessee Rye Whiskey, Tennessee Whiskey and Bourbon. These whiskies will be released under two different brands based on age and maturity. Seasonally,

we plan to produce an apple brandy, as well as some other experimental distillates. Some of our first offerings will be an un-aged product that resembles the whiskey the early settlers in this area created called Old Natchez Trace.

Our Old Natchez Trace White Whiskey honors the tradition of frontier distillers who settled in the hills and hollows of middle Tennessee. This whiskey is handcrafted using limestone filtered water, corn, rye and malted barley. These are grains that grow along the Harpeth River Valley in Williamson County. This will be offered in a White Whiskey and Rye. In commemoration to one of the early Williamson county distillers, Henry Hunter, we are bringing back a Tennessee bourbon. Partnering with world renowned master distiller, Dave Scheurich, we have hand selected and blended barrels of premium Tennessee bourbon. This blend will be bottled in 5-barrel batches, with a few select single barrels. Each bottling will have its own unique flavor profile. With Old Natchez Trace and our commemoration to Henry Hunter, we will also release one to two more offerings in the coming year, which will make up what we will call our ‘Williamson County Collection’.

We are very excited to pay homage to our forefathers of distilling and offer a product we feel they would be very proud to have aligned to their names,” says Lee. Owning and operating your own business is, in its own, a challenging endeavor. In the world of distilling, though, there are several other challenges that are faced. “Not including start up, we have challenges in refining production and an inherent challenge for new distilleries is the build up of aged, mature whiskey. Our initial brands will be representative of Tennessee’s early frontier whiskey. This will be un-aged or lightly aged whiskey; as our whiskey comes of age and we release our flagship Leiper’s Fork Distillery brand. This will be premium whiskey aged five to seven years. Our goals for 2016 are to

perfect our production process and to increase our number of filled barrels. Currently, we are making four 53-gallon barrels per week.

As we refine our process we hope to expand to five 53-gallon barrels by late fall and ten barrels in late 2016. Ten 53-gallon barrels per a week is our maximum capacity,” Lee explains.

“We feel there are several things that set us apart at Leiper’s Fork Distillery. One, we use local grains grown in the Harpeth River Valley and limestone filtered water. Secondly, our attention to detail in the mashing and distillation process and third, we use 15% of a heritage malted barley in all of our recipes. Fourth, our barrel entry proof is 110° and lastly but certainly not least to us, we are putting a great emphasis on distilling history and heritage, especially locally, as well as trying to bring awareness to the consumer of this nearly lost heritage when Prohibition took place,” Lee says. “We strive for a premium taste by using locally grown (Williamson County) grains and making sure we are a grain to glass distillery, have tried to immerse ourselves in the history of how our forefathers made whiskey and we love visitors who have a curiosity or love for whiskey because we’re open for tours,” he concludes. Learn more and plan a visit at leipersforkdistillery.com.

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SOCIAL | Animalia Treat Tasting & Tea Party

Story & Photography by K. York To celebrate Pet Health and Nutrition Awareness Month, Animalia Health and Wellness Clinic hosted a treat tasting and tea party. Four legged clients and their people, friends and neighbors, were all invited to come out and sample treats for sale in the boutique at the unique animal care clinic in Franklin.

Jane Claire Malone, Charlotte & Nora-Jane Hamilton Emma Reynolds with Patrick Henry

Adeline, Rachel & Ethan Vick

Nathan, Heather & Art Creel with Pepper & Sugar

Leighton & Cole Wiliams with Lady & Callum Blue

Princess Dixon with Shauni

Trace, John & Kristol Turner

Linda Christiansen, Lori & Donny Kraft with Sophie Alaska & Beth Logsdon

Bethel

Chloe McHale

Lark Foster & Jonathan Heveron-Smith

C.J., Jerzee Belle, Carol Harris & Lesa Hay

Caroline McHale with Ivan

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James, Holly & Eric Heveron-Smith

Peggy Myers with Lilly Giggles

Ed Underwood has over 35 years Experience as a State Farm Agent with a focus on clients who are relocating to Williamson County, providing Auto, Home, Life and Business Insurance and Financial Services.

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THE DOG DAYS OF SUMMER Hello there, WC Dog Lovers!

Wooooo doggies! I sure do love playing outside, but it has been H.O.T. – hot! With these hot days we get here in Tennessee, I wanted to remind everyone the importance of keeping us pups safe in the heat. We get hot, too, but don’t sweat like you do and can overheat especially quick. Here are some tips to make sure we do not get over-heated or injured during these dog days of summer: • Always keep a bowl of fresh, cool water around for pups to have access to.

• Never leave pups outside for long periods of time in the extreme heat and humidity. Higher humidity levels make it more difficult for dogs to cool their bodies down.

• Make sure dogs have shade to go in when they are outside.

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Ollie’s big sis, Lady, loves to swim to stay cool this time of year!

• Limit their exercise to when it is cooler, like morning or night.

• Always test the pavement before taking your dog for a walk.

If you cannot hold your hand on the pavement for 10 seconds comfortably, then walk your dog in the grass or on dirt trails.

• Kiddie pools and sprinklers aren’t just for the kids. They are great for your pups, too! My momma loves spraying me with the hose!

• Never leave your dog in a car at any time on warm days! Did you know that even when it’s in the low 70’s outside, inside a parked car it can get up to 110 degrees within ten minutes? This can cause over-heating and even death, so think twice before assuming only a few minutes to run into the store is not harmful to the pups.

I hope you enjoy the summer months and all of the fun that can be had - swimming, getting sprayed with the garden hose, gobbling down cold treats and chasing after the lightning bugs!

Stay cool, WC! Wiggle bottom and slobbery smooches to you and yours!

Ollie Pup See more of Ollie and his adventures at facebook.com/OlliePupBoxer, on twitter @OlliePupBoxer and #OlliePup

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FEATURE | Tennessee Association of Vintage Base Ball

AMERICA’S FAVORITE

PASTIME

BY ANNA ROBERTSON

Baseball - a ball game played between two teams of nine on a field with a diamondshaped circuit of four bases.

The smell of popcorn in the air, the team colors proudly worn by fans, the excitement in the stands, the fast voice giving a play by play over the loud speaker, the sound of the ball cracking against the wooden bat…

These are all things that come to mind when thinking of a baseball game. Memories are made attending one’s first ball game, or catching a ball in the stands, or seeing a big win. Games become tradition to some; wearing the same jersey, hat or shirt, sitting in the same area, saying the same chant…There are so many good thoughts and nostalgia when people think about baseball.

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and has since transformed into one of the leading sports in our country to participate in or watch. But, in the true beginning of the sport, the game was just as exciting.

The Tennessee Association of Vintage Base Ball was established in 2012 with a goal to entertain and educate the communities by recreating the civility of 19th century base ball. They promote a living history by bringing the era to life through base ball events that use the rules, equipment, costumes and culture of the 1860’s.

The association also provides cultural enrichment and education programs and activities to youth and adults that emphasize honor, team play, respectful conduct and community pride. Their goal is to exemplify to youth and adults alike the values that are lacking in modern-day athletic programs, and encourage a sense of belonging regardless of race, gender, religious conviction or physical ability.

What’s the Difference?

Vintage base ball (two words) is a reflection of how baseball (one word, the modern game) existed at an earlier time. Here are some of the main differences from modern baseball: • The cover of a vintage ball, called a lemon-peel, is made from one piece of leather rather than two and stitched in a cross pattern. The ball is wound less tightly than a modern baseball and is slightly larger.

• There was no restriction on bat size except a 2.5” diameter on the barrel. The bats we use show a range of different styles from the late 1800s.

The Tennessee Association of Vintage Base Ball was established in 2012 with a goal to entertain and educate the communities by recreating the civility of 19th century base ball.

We are lucky to have two of the Vintage Base Ball teams right here in Williamson County - the Franklin Farriers and the Travellers Club of Brentwood. You can their game schedule, including other Vintage Tennessee teams online and learn how you can join in on the fun. Be a part of the history and go cheer them on at one of their next games!

In addition to monthly living history events during the playing season, they also do demonstrations and workshops for youth and senior groups, museums, historical societies, corporations and others year-round.

These programs are designed to provide history in a fun and educational manner; develop team-building skills; and/or for pure entertainment. Should you care to have two teams play an exhibition game at your event, they will work with you to schedule such an event.

If you would like to learn more, visit thier website at tennesseevintagebaseball.com.

• The pitcher throws the ball underhanded from 45 feet away, and his or her job is to deliver the striker a hittable ball. Called balls and strikes were introduced gradually throughout the 1860s in order to increase the pace of play.

• No gloves are used; the catcher and fielders play with bare hands. Gloves, mitts, and other protective equipment didn’t make an appearance until the 1870’s and weren’t commonly used until the 1880’s.

• Before 1865, a batted ball caught “on the bound” (one bounce) caused the batter to be out. For the other base-runners, catching the ball on the bound allows them to advance in the same way as a ground ball. In 1865 the rule was changed to require the ball to be caught on the fly.

• There is no over-running of first base. If a striker running to first runs off of the bag, he is then considered a base-runner and may be tagged out.

• Unlike modern baseball, the home team doesn’t always bat in the bottom half of an inning. Who bats last is determined by the arbiter throwing a bat between the team captains. Whoever grabs the knob of the bat chooses the order of first offense or defense.

• The field is the same size and shape as the modern game, but bases are 12” square.

Home plate is a 12” painted white disc. First and third bases are half way into foul territory. A line is drawn parallel to the pitchers point through home plate; hence the arbiter’s call, “striker to the line.”

• The umpire is often called the “arbiter,” and he usually positions himself behind and to the side of the striker. He is to loudly announce foul balls and balks, assess fines for ungentlemanly behavior, and request the input of the crowd if a close play is in dispute.

• After the first inning, the first striker up isn’t necessarily the next player in the order.

Instead, he is the player following the last man who made an out in the previous inning.

• A striker hit by the ball is not awarded any base.

• No infield fly rule. A player may intentionally drop a ball to begin a double play • In the early years of baseball, base-stealing was common, but sliding in the modern sense was not.

• Ungentlemanly behavior, such as spitting or cursing, was subject to a fine by the arbiter.

Information provided by tennesseevintagebaseball.com.

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LIFESTYLE | Keeping Score

TENNESSEE TITANS FROM A WINNING PAST TO A HOPE FOR A WINNING FUTURE! Do you know your Titans? Well, the Tennessee Titans are one of thirty-two professional football teams in the National Football League (NFL). The franchise is based in Nashville and has won more than 400 regular season and postseason games, captured one conference championship, nine division titles and clinched twentyone playoff appearances in their history. The organization began play as the Houston Oilers in 1960 as a charter member of the American Football League and joined the NFL as part of the AFL-NFL merger in 1970. The franchise relocated to Tennessee in 1997 and opened a downtown Nashville stadium in 1999. Later that season, the team made its first appearance in the Super Bowl.

As the Titans enter 2016 with new leadership at the top of football operations, they are poised and ready for glory once again! General manager Jon Robinson and head coach Mike Mularkey were named to their respective posts less than two weeks after the conclusion of the 2015 regular season, charged by controlling owner Amy Adams Strunk

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with building a consistent playoff contender. It marked the first time since 1981 in which the franchise hired a general manager and head coach in the same offseason.

Jon Robinson was hired as Titans general manager after spending two years as director of player personnel for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

“As we visited with Jon and researched his career, his proven track record for scouting talent, leadership skills, and ability to build relationships make him an ideal candidate to lead our football operation,” said Amy Adams Strunk, Titans controlling owner and co-chairman of the board of directors. “Jon is a proud Tennessean who is excited to be coming home, and we look forward to the future of our football team under his leadership.” Mike Mularkey was named head coach of the Titans and has served as the interim head coach for the final nine games of the 2015 season. “The vision Mike presented for our football team during this search as well as the character, integrity, and leadership skills he displayed during the last two months of the (2015) season makes him the right coach for the Tennessee Titans,” Strunk said upon appointing Mularkey head coach on a full-time basis.

“Mike is a quality coach and an outstanding person who will help us build this team the right way. He has experience as a head coach and a track record for developing young quarterbacks and dynamic offenses, and he also brings continuity for our franchise quarterback.

We understand this may take time as we rebuild the roster and bring in new coaches for Mike’s staff, but we believe he has the experience and expertise to build a consistent winner.” Mularkey has twenty-one years of NFL coaching experience, including three seasons as a head coach and eight as an offensive coordinator, with coaching stops in Jacksonville, Atlanta, Miami, Buffalo, Pittsburgh and Tampa Bay. In five of the eight seasons he was a coordinator, Mularkey’s team went to the playoffs. He joined the Titans in 2014 as tight ends coach and was elevated to assistant head coach prior to the start of the 2015 season.

And what about the team? With the second overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft, the Titans selected Marcus Mariota, the former Oregon quarterback and 2014 Heisman Trophy winner. Mariota later became

the first quarterback in franchise history to start in Week 1 of his rookie season and recorded 12 total starts. He missed four contests due to injury. Mariota unquestionably raised the bar for franchise rookie quarterbacks, breaking the club’s rookie records for attempts (370), yards (2,818), completions (230) and touchdowns (19).

Don’t forget the cheerleaders! The talented and smart ladies keep the crowd excited and pumped up at every game! Follow the Titans Cheerleaders on social media @titanscheers (twitter, insta, and snapchat). Register now for Junior Titans Cheerleaders and Junior T-Racs! Information at titansonline.com/cheerleaders.

2016-2017 promises to be a season of wins and success for our Titans. Make sure you go and cheer them on to victory right here in Nashville. Check out the schedule for this upcoming season and get more information at TitansOnline.com.

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SOCIAL | BRIDGES Golf Scramble

Story & Photography by Andrea Davis Presented by the Franklin Noon Rotary, the 7th Annual BRIDGES Golf Scramble was held mid-May at Westhaven in Franklin. Several contests were held during the scramble, including closest to the pin and longest drive. After dinner provided by Taziki's, awards and prizes were given to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners of the tournament, contest winners and lucky holders of the winning tickets for door prizes. Very few participants left empty handed.

The tournament benefited BRIDGES Domestic Violence Center, which serves women, men, and their children affected by domestic violence, ensuring a safe transition to successful independent living through education, intervention and case management. For more information, go to bridgesdvc.org.

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Brad Nelson, Rob Horton, Greg Irvin & Cole Hodges

Todd Tate & Dave Rowe

Frank Skaggs & Jonas Weathers

Hal Murrell & Porter Langfitt

Jim Kershaw & Debbie Martin

Chris McBrayer, Hugh McSharry, Julie Russell, Mac McCabe & Don Warden

Michelle Jastroch & John Pavleje

Cricket Hughes & Pete Langfitt

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SOCIAL | Twilight Polo Match

Story & Photography by K. York The Friends of Franklin Parks believe dreams do come true. It has been their dream for the horses to return to Harlinsdale Farm, and in early June, the horses returned for an international polo match. Two teams representing South Africa and the United States, took the field at the Tractor Supply Company Arena for the twilight event. The match got underway, but dark clouds, lightening and rain forced the match to be suspended. Proceeds from the event support the arena and Friends of Franklin Park. The excitement of the crowd, despite inclement weather, assured the Friends of Franklin Parks that bringing the horses back to this historic landmark was worth the hard work! For more information on future activities and polo matches, visit friendsoffranklinparks.org.

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Ashlie Manno & Sammie Uys

Crew & James Armstrong

Sue Joyce & Theresa Menefee

Christopher Coburn, Nikki Williams, Mandy Morgan & Ronell Coburn

cook up some southern goodness Hams & Jams Country Market at the Loveless Cafe is reminiscent of those quaint stores tucked away on a country road. Here you can browse our pantry items, southern-inspired home goods and unique gi items.

Don’t have time to stop by? You can always find what you’re looking for online. Either way, it’s easy to take home a li le bit of our southern goodness.

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SOCIAL | Main Street Brew Fest

Story & Photography by Rachel Weishaupt The annual Main Street Brew Fest was back on the streets of downtown Franklin providing beer lovers with a taste of over eighty local beers at over thirty-five tasting sites. The event, previously held in March in celebration of Saint Patrick’s Day, switched gears and dates this year providing guests a variety of local, national and international samples of some of the best options in the micro-brewery market. In addition to the tasting stations, the event also featured local food trucks, live music and retail shopping. For more information, visit historicfranklin.com.

Joey Bourcier, William Mahan & Doug Campbell

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Thomas Elam & Jimmy Hiller

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Deni Tomlinson, Bill Hoke & Angie Kathy

Sally Mink, Dustin Hargrave & Holly McWilliams

Elise Reinfeldt & Zach Jenkins

Sterling & Valerie Foster

Adrian & Mike Walton

Jack O’Brien & Maggie Boehme

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Tori Elam & Elyssa Hiller

Kathelyn Blum & Amber Thomas

Patrick Columbia, Mike Mayhew, Brad Rogers & Chase Ferrell

Deanne Howell, Roger Thompson & Laura Stafford

Lindsay Hasenbank & Trevor Horne

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FEATURE | Music City Motor Cars

Music City Motor Cars Nashville is demonstrating a great appetite for luxury, and this is especially true when it comes to what kind of cars our Music City professionals are driving. According to Tom Buckley, co-owner and general manager of Music City Motor Cars, which handles the Maserati, Bentley, Aston Martin and Rolls Royce brands, it’s a good time to be in the luxury car business.

Just this year, Music City Motor Cars, located at 225 Comtide Court in Franklin, has been a leader again. In fact, the dealership currently ranks number one in the country for Aston Martin sales effectiveness, a brand they acquired in early 2015.

Buckley is quick to admit, however, that the road to success for Music City Motor Cars was bumpy at first and took a while to connect to Nashville’s tight circle of affluent clients. “When we first started out in Nashville, there was a stigma about displaying wealth,” said Buckley. “We live in one of the wealthiest counties in the country, but there was a sense of demure when it came to buying luxury cars that would show that off.”

While our charm and wit remain, it seems our Southern modesty may be fading just a little. The Williamson County-based dealership has earned recognition as one of the top five performing dealers in the country for three years in a row in terms of Bentley sales effectiveness and customer satisfaction.

Buckley credits newcomers to the area and Nashville’s booming growth for the shift in attitude. The influx of transplants from larger cities like New York and Los Angeles has brought a more open-minded approach to luxury purchases with customers seeking out the latest models more often.

In October, the dealership launched the Bentayga, Bentley’s first SUV. By the end of the party, held at MStreet’s Rosewall, 11 cars had been reserved. The new car features an innovative Event Seat and 4G wi-fi, and its starting price tag is $229,100. Most recently, guests were invited to experience a new dawn with cigars, spirits and hors d’oeuvres introducing the Rolls-Royce Dawn. The Dawn is now available on-site at the dealership. “It’s not just about buying a great luxury car,” Buckley continues. “The Nashville community is looking for a luxury experience. Everything we do, from our launch parties to our customer service, is designed to provide our customers a lifestyle.”

From a city wide standpoint, the success of Music City Motor Cars provides evidence for the luxury brands that are eyeing Nashville as the next big market that our city can not only sustain high-end, but that we can make it flourish. It seems that Nashville’s appetite for luxury just might be here to stay. Find your new car at musiccitymotorcars.com.

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FEATURE | George Shinn

GEORGE SHINN

BY ANDREA DAVIS

While planning our annual issue to honor men and highlight all things that come to mind when we think of what interests them most, George Shinn, one of many exceptional men of Williamson County, came to mind. He has an amazing story and is an outstanding contributor to our community. For this particular issue, we are focusing on Shinn’s extensive, and extremely impressive, car collection.

Men love cars, right? However, before diving into his amassment of motors, it is imperative to at least give a brief synopsis of who George Shinn is and all his many accomplishments.

Starting from nothing, he had great ambitions and worked hard to gain the success he has undoubtedly earned. With his first jobs in a carwash, bakery and textile mill, he saved enough money to purchase his alma mater, Evans School of Business, and went on to create the largest network of business schools in the United States. His business endeavors continued, leading to being the founding owner of the Charlotte Hornets, NBA team. He moved the franchise to New Orleans and sold it in 2011. Shinn has also authored several best-selling books, including The Miracle of Motivation, The American Dream Still Works and You

“God has given you gifts and talents to make

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A Man With A Drive For Success Gotta Believe! The Story of the Charlotte Hornets. But, his greatest accomplishment is as founder and president of the George Shinn Foundation. This exceptional organization is “dedicated to helping people in need. It is committed to building God’s kingdom and reflecting its founder’s deep Christian faith by furthering the work of churches, ministries, missionaries, and non-profit organizations.

It is dedicated to making a difference among the people it serves. By providing for basic needs, answering calls for help in times of crisis, and equipping ministers, the Foundation aims to offer the love of Christ and the hope of the Gospel to those who suffer,” says Shinn.

So much more can be said about Shinn’s many achievements, but it’s time to talk cars! George Shinn definitely has a passion for them. On the breath-taking property of Shinn’s Franklin home sits

a garage (more like the size of a warehouse), containing rows of beautiful classic cars, sure to wow even those are aren’t “into cars.”

Walls lined in signs, memorabilia and a replica of a service station owned by Shinn’s father - surround a sea of shiny automobiles in mint condition. Mustangs, Bel Airs, Hudson Hornets, Studebakers…

The list goes on and on. He even has a Ford Model T, and there is an entire section dedicated to Shinn’s love of the Corvette. Most notable is the actual car used in the film Bonnie and Clyde - bullet holes and all. That one, and a few others are there to stay. The rest are part of Shinn’s hobby of buying and selling. You can see more of the cars at georgeshinnclassiccars.com.

To find out more about the George Shinn Foundation, go to georgeshinnfoundation.org.

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SOCIAL | Your Williamson Celebrates Five Years!

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Story & Photography by K. York Head Springs Depot in Franklin played host to YOUR Williamson and Robertson Media Group’s Five Year Anniversary and May Mixer. The extra special event was sponsored by Puffy Muffin and Landmark Bank, who provided refreshments while everyone enjoyed music from local favorite, Jim Hayden. Head Springs Depot is a hidden gem where you can find unique and fabulous furniture, décor and home accessories at some pretty amazing prices! Old friends, new friends and, of course, the Robertson family members and honorary family magazine staff, all joined in to sing Happy Birthday as Williamson County’s Community Magazine celebrated five years in print. Here’s to many more years to come! For more information on Head Springs Depot, check them out on Facebook!

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FEATURE | Classic Timepieces with King Jewelers

CLASSIC TIMEPIECES WITH A CLASSIC JEWELER

BY JOHNNY BIRDSONG

Every man should have a nice pair of shoes and a nice watch...

According to David King of King Jeweler, those two items will make the man, no matter what other circumstances in life surround him. I couldn’t agree more and since both of those accessories are somewhat obsessions of mine, I couldn’t wait to use this issue, designed for the gentlemen in mind, to sit down with my friends at one of Nashville’s most prestigious jewelers and find out a little bit more about not just classic timepieces but the history of the King’s own business.

It’s no accident that timepieces and the luxury and history of the watch, are a hallmark of King’s. The business was started by none other than a former watchmaker, so of course the attention to detail and significance of the man’s watch are a cornerstone.

One of the more impressive reasons why this is an ideal place to find that perfect watch, is the level of expertise and historical reference on all the major and not so major watch brands and products of the last century, that David King possesses. If its historical significance you crave, most expensive, best running, most notable or more modern, whatever your fancy, David can guide you and provide the facts with no bias, as in his opinion, all watches are uniquely valuable for their attributes and what that means to the wearer.

The history of the timepiece, in the more modern age, starts with the Pocket watch, which then turned to what we know as the modern wristwatches in the 20’s. King’s became entrenched in the watch business in the 50’s and 60’s.

And, to this day, continue to sell brands like Rolex, Cartier and Mont Blanc to the discerning watch buyer.

With the advent of the Smart watches, including brands such as Apple, Breitling and TAG Heuer, a new era of timepiece was born; much like the “Quartz Revolution” of the 70’s when the battery operated (versus mechanical operation of the majority of fine watches), became the trend. Everyone thought that battery watches would be the end of mechanical watches. Just as today, 80 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | SUMMER 2016

so many think a Smart watch - where you can get your email - is a must. Fortunately, that is not the case for those who are serious timepiece collectors and buyers.

“Fine watch making is fine watch making,” notes King and despite the trends this is what holds value and holds the history for even modern day watchmakers. Literally, centuries of craftsmanship are the cornerstone to a great timepiece and consumers do know the difference. They appreciate the art and science, and generations of mechanics behind a mechanical watch. “For most men the choice of watch has to do with the unique movement of that watch, how you wind it and how it feels on your wrist,” says David.

This passion for timepieces is a huge aspect of this fifth generation of the King’s business and David and his brother have grown this category thanks to their own special love for and admiration of the timepiece. David recalls his first encounter selling a watch when he was first starting – he thinks maybe his first week of work – at the family store in South Florida. “A man in his 80’s came in and took out his old watch, which he said my grandfather had sold him when he was a young man. He told me he would never buy a new watch unless it came from King’s!” David goes on to tell how the gentleman showed the details of how the watch worked and said “Beautiful things sell themselves,” which started David’s love affair with the classic timepiece business. He knows that with a watch, you can combine the mechanics and the aesthetics, which is what the world’s greatest watch brands extol.

Men have always loved watches, whether the pocket watch passed down from their own grandfather or the investment piece they were finally able to afford. What makes some watch brands more desirable or expensive is based on a number of factors from function, to how it’s made and from where. Many of the finest watches are made within house of their designer – parts and all.

King says there have been as many as 6,000 watch brands over the last century. Some of

King Jewelers celebrates 100 years of excellence with five generations of Kings who have owned and operated King Jewelers while building an outstanding reputation steeped in quality, value and first-class service. Here is just a brief synopsis of the history of this unique business: the more notable like Rolex are, of course, forever popular.

But, there are so many brands that also have their own special following and history. Luckily, King has been able to specialize in many, in every price point, from Swiss Army to Harry Winston.

Those independent watch brands like Chopard and Breitling, are family owned and operated to this day and can claim every part of the watch being made in house. Others like Rolex and Jaeger LeCoultre, for example, make watch parts for their own watches and also supply watch parts to other great watch companies.

When you are walking around the store perusing your timepiece options, David says that purpose and lifestyle are what apply most to watch purchasing. Each person has their own style and what they will do with the watch and where they will wear it. Especially if they are going to wear one for a long period of time. Price point does not necessarily indicate the quality of a watch.

Just like a man, each watch is uniquely different and appealing to taste and use. He says, “It’s a piece of art. Art evokes emotion. You feel something when you look at a watch. It’s a conversation piece. What’s important to a man? It’s that first impression – usually made with the shoes and the watch,” David concludes.

1898

Immigrant, Louis King crossed the Atlantic and established his roots in the United States.

Originally a watchmaker, he settled the family in Philadelphia, working days in a factory and repairing watches at night.

1902 Catching the “Gold Rush” fever, Louis headed west to Salt Lake City, where he opened King & Co, a pawnshop and trading post that stocked mining supplies, guns and suitcases. Here, the King family provided the miners with supplies while purchasing the precious stones and metals mined locally. Having acquired a large gold inventory, Louis eventually decided to specialize and focus on jewelry exclusively.

1912 In January 1912, the King family moved the business to the heart of Salt Lake City, reopening as King’s Jewelers. A family legacy was born.

1931 Louis’ son Abraham introduces King’s Jewelers to Miami Beach.

1938 For more than 30 years, King Jewelers thrived by catering to local residents, tourists and celebrities such as Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis and Sammy Davis Jr., all of whom frequented what was unquestionably one of the most famous stores in Greater Miami.

Like the watches they sell, King Jewelers has a history of quality and craftsmanship that is about more than popularity or the sale. It’s that first impression when you walk in their store.

See for yourself and find the timepiece that makes your first impression unforgettable.

Visit their location in Nashville located at: King Jewelers 4121 Hillsboro Pike Nashville, TN 37215 615.724.5464 kings1912.com

2001 David King ushered in the fifth generation of Kings to own and operate the company. By 2004, David and his parents relocated King Jewelers again to Aventura, FL and opened an exclusive men’s salon and timepiece boutique to compliment the ladies jewelry collections.

2008 The King family decided to expand their regional presence in the Southeast as they celebrated the grand opening of King Jewelers Nashville, TN in late 2008. Today, David manages the Nashville store located in the Green Hills shopping area.

2012 The King family celebrates its 100 year anniversary, maintaining the outstanding reputation in quality, value and first class service that distinguished the founder. After 100 years, King Jewelers still remains the luxury destination for fine jewelry, Swiss watches and wholesale diamonds.

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LIFESTYLE | 5 Sense Living

5 DINING

SENSE LIVING

JACK AND JAMESON’S SMOKEHOUSE

Jack and Jameson’s Smokehouse - BBQ and Bourbon - not a bad pair right? So it would seem fitting that this is the play on words they used to construct the name of their restaurant. But this trio was more focused on creating a fun and family friendly establishment where both adults and kids could come together to have good food and listen to good music. Actually, bourbon is not sold here. So what’s with the name? It’s two of the sons of Steve Burton and Rick Shannon. Fellow owner Jonathan Jackson is also part of this trio, and they all live in Williamson county.

We know the owners of this restaurant are celebrities in their own right and that is part of its allure no doubt. But I’m here to tell you that, after you walk in the door, the food, ambience and craft beer selection quickly become the stars. Rick Shannon creates recipes that we know and love, but he provides a twist, so we can experience something different.

This is a forward-thinking smokehouse where gluten-free items are offered on the menu, including gluten-free bread.

You can try their organic ketchup made in house! Intuition tells me that Rick’s wife and her work in the holistic community may have an influence here, continuing their approach to be inclusive of family.

You can find delicious salads and even one with “Keen-Wah™”, but what you won’t find is anything that is lacking in flavor. And, while there are some healthy options, don’t get the wrong idea here! Come to indulge as well! There is everything from bacon stuffed burgers to veggie burgers. So, here’s what I had the opportunity to try - To start, potato based fritters stuffed with brisket, cheddar and jalapeño drizzled with a spicy aioli. Okay, call me crazy, but I have not had a potato fritter. It simply melts in your mouth unleashing flavor after flavor onto your palate that remains light and crispy. The chicken wings come with a delicious blend of herbs made into a dry rub and are smoked where the meat just falls right off the bone, so no mess! I had to try the Austin Maddux sandwich, because who doesn’t like bread grilled to perfection in a garlic butter sauce and then stuffed with a mixing of 82 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | SUMMER 2016

the meats? Turkey and ham is cut up into tiny pieces, sautéed in the garlic butter with caramelized onions, swiss cheese and special sauce. Then, all is mixed together and placed on the perfectly crispy on the outside bread that is still soft and warm on the inside and served with crisp ripe lettuce and tomato. It’s a sandwich experience you won’t want to miss. You have to try the smoked chicken salad. It is mixed with avocado which gives it a rich and creamy texture and flavor. I love chicken salad, and I love that this one is different from one you can find anywhere else around town. Finishing this little food shindig was none other than the Cinnewaffle for dessert. I think it should be renamed the “Sin”ewaffle, because oh my gosh it was sinfully good! Cinnamon buns cooked in a waffle iron and then topped with vanilla ice cream and drizzled with a chocolate salted caramel sauce…need I say more… drop the mic!

Jack and Jameson’s offers only craft beers from states that touch Tennessee, which means craft breweries from eight different states are in the house. You can order a flight, which is a compilation of four different beers for you to taste. Some of my favorites were the Goodwood Bourbon Ale stored in bourbon barrels, the Angry Redhead which was similar to a Yuengling and the Mantra Nouveau by local brewer Derrick Morse and Franklin brewery owned by local celeb chef Maneet Chauhan.

Let’s not forget that this is a prime music venue, where you will have the opportunity to see Jonathan Jackson’s band, Enation, play along with many other must see musical guests. The owners believe in quality of music rather than quantity, and let’s face it...This group is connected in the music scene. So, you can bet they have some surprise performances you will want to be on the look out for!

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LIFESTYLE | Eat, Drink & Be Merry

GRILLING & SMOKING Welcome to the Men’s issue! This issue encompasses both the month that we salute our fathers and the month that salutes the fathers of our country. At Miss Daisy’s, we show our love and appreciation with food. It has often been said that “The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.” In truth, we all love good food, and there are exceptional culinary artists of all genders operating in all gastronomical genres.

Men have traditionally made the grill their province, though. There’s probably even a genetic component to this dating back to somewhere in the Paleolithic era when, soon after fire was discovered and harnessed, Wilma Flintstone placed the first meat over a flame only to be told by Fred “Yabbadaba, you no doo it right.”

Whatever the origins of this tradition, as we celebrate all the dads in our life and the freedom and opportunity of these wonderful United States of America and the warmth and beauty of our Southern summer evenings, there is a good chance that the men among us may want to commandeer the grill. Whoever does the grilling, though, there is a guarantee that all will love the gently smoked flavors of the food produced on it.

GRILLED STEAKS 2 tablespoons soy sauce 6 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon seasoned salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/8 teaspoon garlic salt 6 steaks (sirloin,T-bone,filet or ribeye) Combine the first five ingredients; rub into steaks by hand, on both sides. Marinate at room temperature for at least 2 hours before cooking. Grill over charcoal to desired doneness. Gas or electric grill may also be used. Yield: 6 servings

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WITH MISS DAISY KING

At Grassland Foodland, the home of Miss Daisy’s Kitchen, the butcher in our meat department is adept at generating the finest custom cuts of prime meat. I will be sharing with you recipes for some of my favorite southern grilled entrées that can be prepared from our meat department and paired with one of Miss Daisy’s sides for a custom meal.

There isn’t much more appetizing than the smells of a grill. Those combine in this time of year with the sweet aroma of honeysuckle and magnolias mingling with new mown grass and the ubiquitous swimming pool chlorine, the sound of children laughing, splashing and playing, some light, breezy music from the radio and the medley of colors that the setting sun places on the sky, accented by lightning bugs as daylight slowly transitions to evening. This combination is the symphony that is a Southern night at home - an ambiance that can’t be surpassed by the best 5-star restaurant. So fire up the grill, and allow the aroma from one of these dishes to whet the appetite for you and your friends and family. You won’t be disappointed, either by the taste of the company, because such evenings are our “good ole days.”

FOIL BAKED POTATOES 3 large russet potatoes 1/4 cup butter, melted Garlic salt and pepper to taste Cut potatoes in half crosswise; brush with melted butter.

Sprinkle with garlic salt and pepper. Wrap in aluminum foil and bake at the edge of a hot grill for about 10 minutes, or until soft. Have bowls of selected toppings, such as grated Cheddar cheese, sour cream, butter, chopped cilantro or other fresh herbs and seasoned salt available when serving.

Yield: 6 servings.

VEGETABLE KABOBS 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 teaspoon spicy mustard 1 tablespoon water 24 mushrooms, cleaned 2 purple onions, cut into 1 1/2 inch chunks 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces Combine soy sauce, mustard, and water in a small bowl. Skewer vegetables and place on the grill. Use a pastry brush to baste with the sauce during grilling. Yield: 6 servings.

GRILLED HERB BREAD 1/2 cup butter, softened 1 clove garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon crushed dried dill 1 loaf French bread Combine butter, garlic, parsley flakes, oregano and dill in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate overnight before use. Remove from the refrigerator for 30 to 45 minutes to soften. Cut bread into 3/4-inch slices, but do not cut through the bottom crust.

Spread butter mixture between slices. Wrap in aluminum foil and heat on the grill for 15 minutes. Yields: 6 servings.

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BUSINESS | Ribbon Cuttings

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

Buffalo Wild Wings 1018 Crossings Blvd Spring Hill, TN 37174

Hometown Family Medicine 5226 Main Street, Suite 6 Spring Hill, TN 37174

Tennessee Fertility Institute 9160 Carothers Pkwy, Suite 201 Franklin, TN 37067

Southwestern Investment Group 6 Cadillac Drive, Suite 405 Brentwood, TN 37027

Expert Spine Care 1718 Charlotte Avenue Nashville, TN 37203

Lucas Othodontic 7146 Nolensville Road Nolensville, TN 37135

Whit’s Frozen Custard 4020 Hughes Crossing, Suite 100 Franklin, TN 37064

Morning Pointe of Franklin 1005 Generations Way Franklin, TN 37064

SOCIAL | Full Moon Pickin' Party Story & Photography by K. York The rains stopped just in time as the16th Annual Full Moon Pickin’ Party kicked off the summer series under the light of a full moon at the Warner Park Equestrian Center. Bluegrass and root pickers gathered around the barn and in the field to jam, while the headlining acts performed on stage.

The Pickin’ parties will be held monthly on the Friday night closest to the full moon through October. If you like bluegrass and are looking for a family fun evening, grab your lawn chair or blanket, and get ready for a laid back evening of great entertainment. All proceeds go to protecting the Warner Parks and the funding of educational programs and projects that benefit the Parks.

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Lee Koons, Jack Semler & Caroline Semler

Kate Spina, Maggie, Claire & Betsy Abely

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Lise Hansen, Diane & Patrick Ruth, Lane Harvey, Clay Miller, Bill Campbell & Donna Fall

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SOCIAL | Homestead in Bloom

BUSINESS | The Scoop

Story & Photography by K. York The Thompson’s Station Farmers Market at Homestead Manor kicked off the 2016 season with the In Bloom Festival. Twenty-four local vendors and artisans filled the barn with fresh produce, flowers, oils, baked goods, meats, jams and so much more. There were interactive demonstrations on composting and a “Trash to Treasure” contest. The celebration continued in the evening with a live concert by the Henningsens. A portion of the concert proceeds benefit the Land Trust of Tennessee. The Farmers Market is every Wednesday 10am-2pm with upcoming seminars on gardening and cooking with local produce.

Audrey Cate Davis & Alena Vaughn

Claire Crowell & Ryan Walters

Amanda Umholtz Nguyen, Kate Huddleston & Lavelle Leopard

Debbie & Howard Hicks

Kaydence & Alissa Weaver

Dawn Burns, Andrea Joki & Sandy Alldredge

Corey & Sarah Gonzalez

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WCAR’S REALTORS® GOOD WORKS FOUNDATION RECEIVES MAJOR GRANT FROM REALTRACS SOLUTIONS® The REALTORS® Good Works Foundation,of the Williamson County Association of REALTORS® (WCAR), received a major $2,500 contribution recently. The contribution is being made

by RealTracs Solutions®, the Multiple Listing Service for Middle Tennessee, in celebration and recognition of the MLS’s 20th Anniversary. The REALTORS® Good Works Foundation was initiated in 2008 and has distributed nearly $100,000 since 2009.

The foundation was formed to grant scholarships to graduating seniors of Williamson County Public High Schools within Williamson County each year. More information can be found at wcartn.org/giving-back.

AJ MEDIA SERVICES, LLC WINS REGIONAL IMPACT AWARD AJ Media Services LLC, an award-winning Nashville-based professional video production company, has been awarded the Minority Supplier of the Year Award – Class 1 for their outstanding achievements in business development and collaboration. This award, presented by the Tri State Minority Supplier Development Council, highlights the superior and collaborative work of AJ Media in Nashville and nationwide. Alba Gonzalez-Nylander, managing partner for AJ Media Services LLC, combines 40 years of video and film experience with bilingual media to create award-winning professional product video presentations and testimonials, educational and training videos, and bilingual voice over productions for a host of clients nationwide. For more information, visit ajmediaservices.com.

WILLIAMSON COUNTY CVB PARTNERS WITH COLUMBIA STATE FOR NEW HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

Julie Giles, Mary Beth Antunes & Chelsey Smith

Brittany Earlie & Jaci Kirkham

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Rocio & Maria Eckhoff, Cecilia Davis

The Williamson County Convention and Visitors Bureau (WCCVB) is proud to forge a partnership with Columbia State Community College and its brand new Hospitality and Tourism Management program. The program, which begins in the fall of 2016 and is the only of its kind in the middle Tennessee area, will train students in the necessary management skills to enter the industry as highly-trained, customer experience oriented staff to the hospitality and tourism partners across Williamson County. Those interested in the program can find additional information at columbiastate.edu.

SOCIAL | High Hopes Stars & Strikes

Story & Photography by K. York The new bowling and dining emporium, Kings Bowl Franklin, held a “Stars & Strikes” celebrity bowling tournament, benefiting the High Hopes Development Center this spring. It was a night of great music, good food and bowling fun. Performers and celebrity bowlers included Lee Greenwood, Rory Feek, Post Monroe, Jo Dee Messina, the Warren Brothers, Phil Vassar, The Mandrell’s, Tim Nichols, Drew Baldridge, Jamie O’Neal, Jeff Smith and Chris Kirkpatrick. Kings Bowl America presented High Hopes with a check for $40,000. High Hopes provides an inclusive preschool and pediatric therapy services to children from birth to 21. For more information on High Hopes, go to highhopesforkids.org.

Broderick Tye, Joy Williams & Johnny Todd

Rogers Anderson & Ken Moore

Kelly Cox, Maegan Alsup, Woody, Chelsea Isaacs & Renee Taylor Brad Warren, Chris Kirkpatrick & Brett Warren

Denise & Mike Alexander, Christi Lassen & Ryan Crosslin

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LIFESTYLE | A Little Something Extra

Fan Fest

for fans by fans

BY ANNA ROBERTSON

Fan Fest is tucked away right on Main Street in historic downtown Franklin. As you are walking down Main Street towards the Square, their window will make you stop in your tracks, as your inner “fan” of all things comics and collectibles will walk you through their door and into the world of comics, graphic novels, sci-fi and horror.

And for those not in “the know” - What is Fan Fest? “For Fans, By Fans. It’s our motto and the way we’ve conducted ourselves from the very first fan meet-up with eighty people, to our Atlanta event with 65,000 people, to FanFest.com and now, Fan Fest Comics and Collectibles in downtown Franklin. We provide entertainment through connecting fans to the actors, talent and things they love,” explains Fan Fest founder, James Frazier. “Fan Fest is the fruit of the Walker Stalkers Pod-cast, which covers most popular show on television currently - The Walking Dead. My neighbor, Eric, and I started a pod-cast out of a mutual love and appreciation of the show. We started doing watch parties with eighty fans, then 600, then our first convention with 10,500 attendees. That’s turned into eighteen events this year and twenty-six scheduled in 2017, which makes Fan Fest the leader in fan-centric, pop culture events,” he explains. James says they chose their location 90 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | SUMMER 2016

of downtown Franklin because it fits who they are. “Downtown is a slowly evolving hub for young, innovative and creative individuals, and its roots and southern culture create a vibe that matches the character of our company,” he says. James explains that Fan Fest and the pod-cast were never a business when they started. “Our events were a product of our love of The Walking Dead and the zombie-horror genre. Organically, they grew to what the company is now. We were forced to grow up, become a business - simply out of necessity. We still operate in the same way we started, looking at each and every element of what we do from a fan’s perspective and how we can do it the best way possible. The market is flooded with comic cons. The difference between us and the rest is we started out as fans. Most of the major players are privately held companies, disconnected from the fans that they serve. Instead, they serve stock holders and investors. The only challenge we face is maintaining the level of passion and commitment we have from the start. If we lose that, then we will lose what makes us stand out in the market. Taking care of people is the number one priority,” he concludes.

Fan Fest now has seventeen employees, another thirty-plus core team members and then over 300 volunteers for each event that they produce. James says that the majority of the people who work

for Fan Fest started as volunteers and that their passion for the conventions and taking care of people turned into a job.

With the growth of Fan Fest and the conventions, along with the local community embracing all that they have to offer, James says more is coming for middle Tennessee. “The Walker Stalkers pod-cast is the flagship pod-cast of Fan Fest. It’s where everything started. That said, our pod-casting network is growing weekly and filled with podcasts from passionate fans that cover a multitude of shows and genres. Beyond our Walker Stalker Con and Heroes & Villains Fan Fest, locally, we are starting to create events that bring together fandoms within Franklin and Nashville. We’re starting with our viewing of Ernest Scared Stupid and then doing our first Game of Thrones finale viewing party, both at the Franklin Factory.”

“If you have a fandom, Fan Fest has a home for you. If you don’t see your home or community, it’s your opportunity to create it, and we are here to help you cultivate it. Want to start a pod-cast, write for FanFest.com, or bring awareness to your fandom?

Fan Fest wants to help provide you with the resources to reach people just like you,” says James. “Our goal is to change the way fans interact with their fandoms, celebrities and the pop-culture things that they love! We continue to change the way comic cons operate and turn them into how we envision they should be - as fan fests!”

For more information on Fan Fest, their pod-casts and events, visit fanfest.com.

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COMMUNITY | Up the Road

Drive-in Dreaming

BY HOLLIE DEESE

CATCHING NEW RELEASES UNDER THE STARS IS CLOSER THAN YOU THINK Tell anyone that you recently caught a movie at a drive-in theater, and you’ll likely get bombarded with questions of where, when and how, mixed with a healthy dose of their own memories and nostalgia.

Long ago drive-ins could be found all over the state, but over time as they were forced to compete with mega-size move plexes, and then, mandated to convert all of their equipment to digital to coincide with Hollywood’s output, many of the drive-ins that were left were forced to close up shop due to the cost to upgrade equipment.

Between 1972 and 1987, the number of Tennessee drive-ins shrunk from ninety-eight to nineteen, with far fewer in operation now. But that hasn’t stopped a few theater owners from bringing back that special kind of nostalgia that comes from a movie under the stars.

Ray Rhoten had already had a love of historic theaters, purchasing the sixty-year-old Oldham Theatre in Winchester in 2000 and the equallyold Capri Theater in Shelbyville in 2000, then completely renovating and updating them both.

But the ex-sheriff made an even bigger leap when he decided to open a drive-in theater in 2004, almost on a whim.

In fact, Rhoten points to the fact that first-run movies are available for outdoor screening is one of the reasons drive-in are making a comeback.

They’re coming back and of course being with the family outside watching a movie, that’s an appeal all in itself.

“My daughter Montana Ray was 8-years old and she, my wife and I were driving by this piece of property between Tullahoma and Winchester and there was a ‘For Sale’ sign there,” Rhoten says. “I looked around at Montana and I said, ‘Montana, I’m fixing to build a drive-in and name it after you.’ She said ‘Awe, daddy,’ and didn’t even know what a drive-in was.”

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Rhoten called the man he had bought the Capri from and with his guidance built the three-screen Montana Drive-In in Estill Springs. Open year-round, the theater runs six movies a night Thursday through Sunday, and it isn’t unlikely to see as many as 1,200 people gathered on a weekend in the summer catching the latest release.

“Drive-ins went out when they started building the MegaPlex 14, 18, 20 screens and drive-ins were playing B-rated movies,” he says. “They weren’t playing the first round movies so of course they naturally went out. But now that they’re coming back and of course being with the family outside watching a movie, that’s an appeal all in itself.”

Rhoten says the place is packed with kids whenever they have a family-friendly flick - “The Incredibles” was the first movie ever screened at Montana - making it an affordable option for some quality togetherness.

“I charge $7 for adults and $6 for a child for two movies,” he says. “That’s pretty cheap entertainment for a family to go out if you compare that to a ball game or a concert at a huge venue in Nashville. A movie is cheap entertainment, and a family needs a little entertainment.”

Distance from Nashville: 45 miles FRANKLIN DRIVE-IN Franklindrive-in.com 6520 Nashville Road Franklin, KY 877-586-1905

First film shown: 1969 Admission: $15 for carload of three people, $20 for four or more.

Cash only at the box office, credit and debit available at concessions.

Of note: For an extra $5 fee you can get a permit for outside food and drink, so load up the cooler with sandwiches and snacks the whole family will love without having to miss a moment in the food line.

HIGHWAY 50 DRIVE-IN Hiway50.com 1584 Fayetteville Highway Lewisburg, TN 931-270-6266

Distance from Nashville: 58 miles First film shown: 1946 Admission: Adults age 12+, $7; Kids age 6-11, $5; Children under age 6 are free

Of note: New ownership took over in 2013 and they closed the facility for major renovations, including the necessary conversion to digital and an upgraded audio processing board for enhanced sound.

MACON DRIVE-IN Macondrive-in.com 3570 Scottsville Road Lafayette, TN 615-666-4411

Distance from Nashville: 49 miles First film shown: 1950 Admission: Adults age 10+, $6; Kids age 5-9, $3; Children under age 5 are free

Of note: The second-oldest continuously-operated drivein is just south of the Kentucky line and has run movies continuously for more the 50 years. The 70’ screen offers two new releases each weekend, and the concession stand serves cheeseburgers, hot dogs, onion rings and, of course, popcorn.

Distance from Nashville: 85 miles MONTANA DRIVE-IN MOVIE THEATER Montanadrivein.com 10251 Tullahoma Highway Estill Springs, TN 931-649-3454

First film shown: 2004 Admission: Adults age 12+, $7; Kids age 11 an under, $6

Of note: No outside food or drinks are allowed, but the concession stand is certainly splurge-worthy with a full restaurant menu’s worth of items, including roasted chicken, hamburgers, hand-dipped chicken tenders and of course, drivein staples like popcorn and candy. And any place that has funnel cakes is pretty special in our book.

Distance from Nashville: 55 miles MOONLITE DRIVE-IN Themoonlite.com 931 W. Main St. Woodbury, TN 615-563-7900

First film shown: 2005 Admission: Adults $7; Kids age 5+, $5; Children under age 5 are free

Of note: Only open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays a $6 pass will allow you to bring in outside food and drink. Same price applies to all shows, although on Sunday there is only one feature as opposed to two the other nights.

Distance from Nashville: 60 miles First film shown: 1955

PINK CADILLAC DRIVE-IN 2506 Highway 100 Centerville, TN 931-729-2386

Admission: Adults $9, free for children under $12

Of note: Like driving back in time, not much has changed for this theater since it opened in the mid-1950s for this mom-and-pop operation that can hold 200 cars. Originally named the Bel Air DriveIn, it was reopened in 2008 with the new name but same old appeal.

SPARTA DRIVE-IN Spartadrivein.com 220 Roberts-Matthews Highway Sparta, TN 931-739-8000

Distance from Nashville: 87 miles First film shown: 1958 Admission: Adults $7; Kids age 5-12, $3; Children under age 5 are free

Of note: Available for private party rentals, consider it another option for family get-togethers. The concessions offer all kinds of food that kids will love, like chicken nuggets and grilled cheese sandwiches, while chili can be added to hot dogs or in their signature chili pie.

One part of the Blue Moon Drive-In chain, it is now independently owned. And, it’s pet friendly!

Distance from Nashville: 46 miles First film shown: 2003 Admission: Adults $8; Kids age STARDUST DRIVE-IN 6-11, $6; Children under age 6 310 Purple Tiger Drive are free Watertown, TN Of note: Opened by Barry and 615-237-0077 Dawn Floyd, inspired by a 1998 trip to the now-closed Sumner Drive-In Theater in Gallatin to see “The X-Files” movie. After a five-year process of research they sold their house in Nashville, moved to Lebanon and opened The Stardust in Watertown in 2003. The second screen was added two years later. A $6 pass allows people to bring in outside food and drink.

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BY ANNIE OSTEEN

My Facebook feed has already filled with pictures of toes in the sand, drinks in hand and highlights of the ever-popular 30A that includes the trendy Florida beaches, a secret to the world twenty years ago. If Facebook friends aren’t showing their pictures of the Emerald Coast, they’re posting pictures of their children playfully swimming in the neighborhood pool or perhaps jumping off a dock down at Tims Ford Lake.

I grew up in Florida with a pool in my backyard and a lake beyond that, and I frequently ask myself why I never heard about drownings or accidents when I was younger. Then I came to the obvious conclusion - no internet. No Google to open up and research statistics about child drownings in the area; no websites that allowed someone to become more prepared in case something like that happened in your own pool.

When it’s time to load my kids up in the car to drive to the neighborhood pool, there is a checklist for them on what they need to bring. I only have a few on mine - lots of sunblock, water and a swim vest for my youngest child. He’s five and getting to the point of trying to insert more independence without his swim vest. However, I am not ready to allow him such freedom.

The first thing on any parents’ swimming checklist should be to start their children, as early as infancy, in swimming lessons.

There are various types, but one specifically that has taken a quick lead into being the most advanced method around - Infant Swimming Resource (ISR).

In general, children ages six months to one year learn the ISR Self-Rescue® skill of rolling onto their backs to float, rest and breathe until help arrives.

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Older, more active children will learn the complete ISR Self-Rescue® sequence of swimming until they need air, rotating onto the back to float, then rolling back over to continue swimming. ISR students are taught to repeat this sequence until they reach safety. Of course, this is not a substitute for active monitoring of your children while at the beach or pool, but it can certainly ease some of the stress of you may experience otherwise.

Additionally, little children should always wear U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets whenever they are in or around water. Water wings, floaties or inflatable toys should not be used, as they can suddenly deflate, which could potentially lead to a drowning.

There are several important things to remember when traveling to the beach with children. First, observing the warning flags is essential to understanding the water and beach conditions, as well as any potential hazards. Ignoring these warnings can lead to unfortunate situations that could have been avoided.

Swimming in areas where there are lifeguards is crucial to maintaining a “safer” environment as they are better equipped to handling an emergency.

Swimming in the ocean takes different skills and even the most knowledgeable swimmer can get caught up in a rip current. Rip currents are powerful, narrow channels of fast-moving water that are common along the East, Gulf and West coasts of the U.S. If caught in a rip current, the swimmer should stay calm and not fight the current.

Swimming parallel to the shore until out of the current is key. Once free, the swimmer should turn and swim towards the shore.

Permanent rip tides often exist near piers, so swimming near them is never a good idea.

Oftentimes, pools can seem less intimidating, because the atmosphere seems less hectic than that of the beach or even a lake. However, drownings can happen as easily in a pool as they can in a natural body of water. Make sure your children don’t run near the pool. Kids should also never push or jump on other people in the pool. This can lead to knocking someone unconscious, leading to a possible drowning. Eating food or even chewing gum in the pool is dangerous as choking can also lead to a potential drowning. Lastly, diving in pools, unless otherwise stated by a lifeguard, should not take place. There have been countless deaths as a result of someone diving in a pool that was too shallow, causing a skull fracture.

No one is immune from drowning and the statistics for children is overwhelming.

Children ages 1-4 have the highest drowning rates, and most of those fatalities occurred in a swimming pool. Drowning is responsible for more deaths in this age group than any other cause, except congenital abnormalities.

Making wonderful, happy memories with our families and children during the summer months is always important. Becoming informed of water safety, of all kinds, will help to ensure that those summer memories remain happy and not tragic.

For more tips, go to cdc.gov.

SOCIAL | Kids Art Festival of Tennessee Story & Photography by K. York The Williamson County Cultural Arts Commission and the City of Franklin Parks hosted the 2nd annual Kids Arts Festival of Tennessee at Pinkerton Park. Students, Kindergarten through 12th grade, were invited to submit their original art work for judging with the top picks being displayed for the summer at the Franklin Fire Hall Art Gallery. The festival’s big stage was filled with talented musicians and dancers performing for the crowd. Tents were throughout the park where kids played musical instruments, had their faces painted, got tattoos, dressed up and had their pictures made and painted. For more information, visit williamsoncountyculturalarts.org.

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COMMUNITY | Your Kids

BRINGING UP

BOYS

BY GINGER JONES

Being a parent of boys is a wonderful thing.

It means a busy house full of laughter and happiness and sometimes behavior that errs on the wild side. So, what’s most important to stress, as you help your little fellows transition into responsible adolescents, teenagers and grown men? Here are a few things you’ll want to focus on with your young “men.”

As with any child, model good behavior for your boys. Parenting goes far beyond what you’re telling them to do, how you’re correcting them and what you’re teaching.

What your little ones are going to learn from you is mostly taken from what they see you doing. They’re more observant than you think! If you display constant (or nearconstant) kindness, patience and generosity, they’re going to pick up on that. It won’t go unnoticed! Seeing mom and dad acting this way is the clearest indicator for them, at an early age, that this is the way to behave.

Always remind yourself that you have a little, impressionable audience.

With boys, it’s important to emphasize kindness and sensitivity. Make them aware of how their actions and words have an effect on others, and try to instill a deep sense of empathy in them. This can be done through fun games and activities that teach them lessons about feelings or through books that cover these topics. Amazon has tons to offer on the subject, like “Stand in My Shoes” by Bob Soronson, or “Hey, Little Ant” by Philip M. Hoose. Add these to an at-home book club, and discuss with your child how the book made them feel and what lessons they think they can learn from it.

Encourage emotional expression in your young man. Often, boys are taught the age old ‘boys don’t cry’, but your kids need to know that it’s okay to express when they’re upset, hurt or lonely. They also need to know it’s okay to express when they’re happy

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and excited! Encourage open talks about feelings. Model for them healthy ways to express their emotions, so they learn not to be overcome by them. Remind them that boys do cry, just as much as girls, and there’s never anything wrong with that.

When it comes down to it, parenting boys and girls isn’t all that different. Each child is an individual with their own thoughts and feelings that translate into unique actions. You’ll spend your entire life figuring out how to best teach your children. That’s just parenting!

MONTHLY | Ms. Social Grace

Ms. Social Grace’s Guide to Respect Dear Ms. Social Grace: It’s summer time, and the living is easy.

I am fortunate to be a stay at home Mom, and I want to use the next ten weeks wisely with my 10, 12 and 13 year old. We are blessed with two boys and a girl.

With the recent political climate and, even the social climate, our family has made a commitment to show respect to one another, as well as, friends, acquaintances and strangers.

We are looking for some guidelines to share with our family and hope to put some “best practices” in place for our family.

So, without further ado, I turn it over to you!

Respectfully, Leipers Fork Lover Not a Fighter

Dear Leipers Fork Lover: This is a wonderful summer task and one I’m sure your family will appreciate for years to come. So, here we go R-E-S-P-E-C-T: 1. When welcoming someone into your home, warm and friendly is essential. Respect your home and the visitor.

2. If the door is closed, it is respectful and good manners to knock and wait for permission to enter.

Everyone deserves a moment of privacy.

3. Respect the belongings of other people. If you want to borrow something, please always ask permission and return whatever it is you borrow.

Return the item in the same condition.

4. Respect for spaces works the same as way as borrowing items - if you make brownies in a clean kitchen, return the kitchen to the way it was when you found it.

5. Respect your siblings’ (and those of all people) private possessions - this means don’t eavesdrop or read your sister’s diary.

6. In sports, respect the opposing person or team.

Both the winner and the loser need to accept the outcome graciously.

7. Respect the clock. If you say you will be somewhere at a certain time, make it happen. The same goes with leaving - don’t go to a friend’s house and just plan to stay indefinitely. People need time boundaries so that they can plan accordingly.

The art of good manners and practice of etiquette starts at home. Parental guidance and personal practice are the best tools you can provide to aid your children in the act of respecting other people.

There are lots of specifics, but you have already taken on the most important task for your family, the practice of respect.

Happy Summer!

Ms. Social Grace Ms. Social Grace uses several resources including the etiquette defining tomes of Miss Manners as a reference for all responses regarding appropriate behavior. You can get advice on questions of etiquette by writing to Ms. Social Grace at AskMs.SocialGrace@yourwilliamson.com.

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