Your Williamson October 2017

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YOUR WILLIAMSON | OCTOBER 2017 . VOLUME VI – ISSUE 62

FEATURES

20 Fashionable You Fabulous Fall Fashion with Macy’s

34 Come Fly With Me A Room With A View at The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina

48 Home & Garden Witherspoon Brentwood Hosts Parade of Homes

52 Your Charitable Self Nonprofit Heroes

82 A Little Something Extra Here Comes Halloween

ON THE COVER Children enjoy pumpkin picking at Gentry’s Farm Photography by Anna Robertson Ham

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 10 Letter from the Publisher 12 Social Secretary 50 Socially Yours 98 Did You Know?

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Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival

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The Sunday Market

COMMUNITY

18 Beauty Junkie

with Julie Jorgensen 24 Let’s Get Physical with the YMCA 26 Your Health & Wellness Breast Cancer Awareness 30 Your Best Self

with Connie Haley 32 Happily Ever After

Marisa Rhodes

& Thomas Fagan 38 Welcome Home O’More Designer Show House 42 Interior Thinking

with ReFresh Home 46 The Lady Entertains

with Krista Ehret

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Your Community Parner Mars Petcare Up the Road The Natchez Trace Parkway Days Gone By with Rick Warwick In Your Backyard Gentry’s Farm, A Fall Tradition Your Kids with Ginger Jones Your Education with Annie Osteen News from Williamson County Schools

27 Bootlegger’s Bash 28 Franklin Classic 29 GraceWorks Fundraising Dinner 40 WCAR Golf Scramble 44 River Swing 69 ForkFest

64 62 Pours & Palates Love Language Cafe

& Catering 63 A Spirited Conversation

with City Winery 64 Eat, Drink & Be Merry with Whitney Miller 68 A Southern Gentleman Is

with Tim Kearns 72 Read Between the Lines

Curl Up With a Book 94 Arts & Culture

77 Carlock Motorcars Grand Opening

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87 Franktown Open Hearts Benefit 89 High Hopes & Hops 92 Waves Dueling Pianos 93 The Well’s 5th Annual Gala 95 Franklin International Independent Film Festival

BUSINESS

LIFESTYLE

60 Your “Bone” Vivant

36 Your Real Estate with the Williamson County Association of Realtors 73 Ribbon Cuttings

with Williamson, Inc. 74 The Scoop You In the News

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MONTHLY | Publisher’s Letter

Fall Into Giving Dear Readers, And just like that, the holiday season is upon us. Because really, Halloween is one of the major holidays of the year after all!

From a retail perspective, it certainly is.

For anyone with children, it can be one of the bigger nights of the entire year. I know we are already planning and trying to figure out the perfect costume for our little princess. She is indecisive though, so who knows whether it will be Belle or Ariel or maybe Rapunzel. As long as it is a princess of course! I am also getting in the spirit - literally and figuratively - this year, and trying to plan what my costume will be. I am generally a “throw on a witch hat” person and I’m good. I have imagination, it’s just execution I have never been able to manage when it comes to creating the perfect alternate persona for Halloween.

Along with going all out this year to decorate our home like a haunted house, I am also going to finally jump on the Halloween bandwagon! Hopefully you too, will benefit from our plethora of content pertaining to all things Halloween in this issue. We also offer up some fabulous fall fashion ideas, décor and food - all with an autumn flair.

Something about this time of year makes it one of the most poignant. Smells, sights, the air, even the light, take my mind back in so many different fall-memory directions.

Football games, Homecoming parades, jack-o-lantern carving, bonfires, the sight of hundreds of cute kiddos wandering the street with glee, the celebration of my wedding anniversary. It’s a magical time of year really, and such a preciously short one, as the autumn of Halloween gives way to the bigger holidays (we won’t talk about those just yet though)! I am a holiday purest.

I only want to focus on one at a time. So, right now, my color palette is in gold, orange and browns, and I am looking for some cider and caramel apples.

Our October issue features one of my favorites of the year - our Nonprofit Heroes.

These individuals were nominated by you, our readers, since you know better than anyone else who is doing the most good in our community. These six people exemplify what it means to give back and they are consistently raising the bar for the rest of us - to be better, give more, do more. Enjoy reading about the passions they hold dear.

Let them inspire you to find something you are passionate about giving back to. Our

community is blessed with giving, but even so, there are so many needs and so many ways you can contribute money, time and talent.

Lastly, we celebrate our four-legged friends in this issue. I know most of you out there love your fur babies just as I do. We are very lucky here in Williamson County to have such great pet centric companies like Mars Petcare and a number of wonderful vets, pet shops and groomers. So, here’s to the magic of pets and all you slobbery, sometimes stinky but always lovable and loyal, dogs and cats out there!

Shelly Robertson Birdsong Publisher shelly@robertsonmediagroup.com

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MONTHLY | Social Secretary

YOUR SOCIAL SECRETARY

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

We had an awesome time at Pilgrimage this year! Wasn’t #WilliamsonCounty local JT amazing?

Franklin Wine Festival October 13th | 7pm-10pm | The Factory at Franklin franklinwinefestival.com The Franklin Wine Festival features more than 300 wines, samples from middle Tennessee’s best restaurants, an artisan Biergarten, a silent auction, and live entertainment on multiple stages, including the crowning of the new King and Queen of the Vines. The funds raised by the Franklin Wine Festival events will be used to serve more children in middle Tennessee with a mentor through Big Brothers Big Sisters programs.

Did you see the painting that Roy Laws created for last month’s cover at Pilgrimage?

Pumpkinfest October 28th | 10am-6pm | Downtown Franklin historicfranklin.com The Heritage Foundation’s Pumpkinfest is middle Tennessee’s largest family fall festival that will return in its thirty-fourth year! With over 65,000 people in attendance, the festival stretches along Main Street in downtown Franklin and its avenues, and offers tons of festive fun for families including a people and pet costume contest, extreme pumpkin carving, vendor booths and more.

River Swing - what a great event raising money for the Harpeth Conservancy!

Wine Down Main Street November 4th | 7pm-10pm | Downtown Franklin winedownmainstreet.com Wine Down Main Street is back for another year to bring together wine lovers and supporters of the Boys & Girls Club of Middle Tennessee!

Guests will meander around Historic Downtown Franklin, walking to local shops, tasting wines and enjoying food from several local restaurants and caterers.

BUSINESS IN WILLIAMSON COUNTY The November Issue of Your Williamson salutes business in Williamson County and features local businesses, their owners and their unique stories. We will kick off the holiday season too and share plenty of tips, decor, food and so much more!

November Issue Advertising Deadline October 25th | sales@yourwilliamson.com

SOCIAL | Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival Photography by Catherine Royka Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival returned to The Park at Harlinsdale Farm for its third year of bringing amazing talent to the community. The two-day festival featured well-known local and national touring artists, many performing acoustically. This year’s lineup was nothing short of amazing, with performances from Eddie Vedder, The Avett Brothers, Ryan Adams, Walk the Moon and new Williamson County local, Justin Timberlake! For more information about next year’s festival, visit pilgrimagefestival.com.

Patrick, Eli & Meredith Klapheke

Taylor Harlan & Juliene Joyner

Walk the Moon

Sara Sylvis, Ally White & Laura Johnson

Charity Brock & Hilary Edwards

Christian & Marlena Karlsson

Ashley Knell & Emily Garza

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Erin Romney & Cece Colhoun

Janet Heinrich & Amy Lovitt

Ashley Smith, Anna Eilermann & Cassie Farmer

Miranda Rector & Allison Cheaney

Bryan & Lori Trippler

Jeff & Sarah Perky, Alison & Hank Raber

Jennifer Leibowitz & Shelly Brown

Brian & Elizabeth Mackey

Jen Danielson, Kerry Conley, Amy Griffin & Dara Wynn

Jen Redsen & Julie Pellum

Christina Vella, Mike & Rebecca Smith, Gabriella Vella

Cristin, Chris, Olivia & Gwyneth Roark

John Thomas, Mikaela Michel, Lauren Acree & Ashley Sedillo

Heather Branding, Katie Secor & Andrea Law

Darwin Melnyk & Adrienne Corn

Justin Timberlake

Ashley, Caroline & Mike Freiburg

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Angie Smith, Jamie Shores & Carrie O’Rear

Jen & Josh Hamilton

Tim Frankenfield & Ashlee Grove

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LIFESTYLE | Beauty Junkie

BY JULIE JORGENSEN

Y’all, it’s here. It’s actually here. Football, gorgeous changing leaves, crisp evenings - just when we thought summer would never loosen its grip on middle Tennessee, fall comes just in time to convince us otherwise. I’m not sure about you all, but I think of Halloween as the pinnacle event of the fall season - and just because I’m a supposed grown-up doesn’t mean I can’t enjoy it just as much as the little goblins. Shoot, I even look up ways to work Halloween into my beautyjunkie world. How? I’m glad you asked!

I’m all about easy-breezy ways to incorporate this holiday or that into my makeup routine (don’t forget what we discussed last month about team colors—it’s easy!), and Halloween is no exception. Options range from the quick and simple to the super-dramatic and complex - but I’m rarely one for the latter. A simple set of swipes with a black pen eyeliner on the outer corner of your eyes, and voilà - spider-web peepers! Alternately, the same eyeliner pen could be used to craft a cat-nose with accompanying whiskers for a quick but cute take on a Halloween look. Take things up a bit by pairing either option or both, with matte black lipstick. Don’t be shy, it’s Halloween! A quick trip to the drug store easily results in a sinister hue for your pucker for less than the cost of a fast-food burger.

I have no qualms with heading over to the Halloween Express tent for a special-effect makeup kit. I’m personally fascinated with the whole sugar-skull look.

That said, be prepared for a couple of practice runs or even a YouTube tutorial consult if you want to really look like the real deal. Another route, and probably one that gives the biggest “boo” for your buck, is to make an appointment at your favorite makeup counter to specifically ask for a spooky Halloween vibe. I think that dramatically shadowed, hollowed-looking eyes with pale skin makes just as big an impact as a cartoonish face slicked with theatrical paint. Whichever you choose, be sure to wash your face and lips with an emollient and gentle yet effective cleanser once you’re back home from the festivities, as that kind of “face paint” can absolutely wreck your skin with all of the oils and dyes. A second round of cleansing may be necessary, provided you don’t aggressively scrub at your face with your trusted washcloth. Please, don’t do that! No one wants angry red skin and potentially damaged or ripped pores. Applying a barrier under said makeup, such as Beautycounter Baby Balm or even high-quality coconut oil, can help keep clogged pores and irritation at bay. No scary skin allowed, even on the scariest day of the year!

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Cheers - and boo!

Love,

The Beauty Junkie 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!

The Registry’s 14th Holiday Open House

SOCIAL | The Sunday Market

Specials abound! Featuring Vietri’s Old St. Nick and Lastra Holiday!

Photography by Melissa DelRossi Celebrating the greater Nashville area of local vendors and artisans, The Sunday Market held their annual fall day of shopping, eating, and socializing at the Factory at Franklin. Live music entertained the crowd of families and locals as they enjoyed their Sunday afternoon. Guests tasted delicious brewed teas and viewed local artwork. To find out about the next Sunday Market, go to thesundaymarketfranklin.com.

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A BARBERSHOP FOR MEN & WOMEN OF ALL AGES Jennifer Leibowitz & Amy Adkins

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LIFESTYLE | Let’s Get Physical

In the middle of a Fourth of July family party, sixyear-old Beckett fell into the pool headfirst. Panic flashed across his face for just a moment, while his relatives watched cautiously before intervening, waiting to see if he’d know what to do. He did.

Beckett was able to right himself while underwater, get himself across the pool and climb out. Afterwards, he told his mom that in swim lessons, he’d been taught to always look for the exit before getting in the pool.

“I found the ladder!” he declared.

For Beckett’s mom, Lauren Cootes, the situation was reassurance that all the skills he’d learned in YMCA swim lessons just weeks before had truly stuck with him. “I was so happy,” says Lauren. “Because I was really nervous of him being around water before that.”

Before his experience in Y swim lessons, Beckett was terrified to get in the pool without his puddle jumper life jacket, Lauren says. “When I told him I was going to put him in swim lessons, the first thing he asked was, ‘Can I wear my floaties?’”

On day one of lessons, Beckett quickly

Sw im m ing discovered he’d need to give up his floaties in order to learn. And since then, he’s been paddling toward greater independence in the water. “By the end of the four weeks, he was really confident,” she says.

SAVING LIVES THROUGH EXPERT SWIM INSTRUCTION For kids like Beckett, the benefits of swim lessons go far beyond a confidence boost; they’re essential to keeping our community’s children safe from the serious problem of drowning - the second leading cause of accidental death in kids ages one to fourteen.

The very real threat of drowning means the skills children learn in a lesson - like those Beckett mastered - can literally save their lives. And according to the CDC, starting kids in formal swim lessons very early (one to four years old) can reduce their risk of drowning by as much as 88 percent.

This past summer, nearly 3,000 children like Beckett received life-saving lessons from the YMCA of middle Tennessee’s trusted swim instructors. And they were the first kids to experience an updated curriculum that places swimmers in classes

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based on skill level rather than age. Children advance to the next stage only when they’ve mastered every skill corresponding to their level, which further ensures their safety and makes clear to parents exactly what their kids can and cannot do. It’s the same attentive, caring swim instruction as before - just with clearer indicators of a child’s progress.

“I like that because it’s very specific and it actually gives me stuff to work on with him at home,” says Lauren.

Beckett began the summer at stage two and quickly advanced to stage three before the summer was out. Though he’s not swimming independently just yet, his small achievements - and the milestones any kid hits on the way to swimming on their own - are worth celebrating. Lauren says he’s started to practice swimming back and forth in the shallow end and is slowly but surely leaving his floaties behind.

“The fact that he would explore deeper water without a life vest was pretty awesome considering the anxiety he had,” she says.

Learn More About Y Swim Lessons The YMCA provides kids (and adults, too!) with expert swim instruction all year round.

With three heated indoor pool facilities in Williamson County, now is the perfect time to fine-tune swim skills and have lots of fun doing it.

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Visit ymcamidtn.org/swim-lessons to identify your child’s skill level and search class options at any of our three Williamson County YMCA locations: Brentwood Family YMCA 8207 Concord Road 615.373.9622

Franklin Family YMCA 501 South Royal Oaks Boulevard 615.591.0322 Maryland Farms YMCA 5101 Maryland Way 615.373.2900

Join our community at any of the following events this fall: Heroes in Heels

Trunk or Treat

Fashion show benefiting the YMCA After Breast Cancer program

4:30-6:30 p.m. at the Franklin Family YMCA

Tuesday, Oct. 24

Saturday, Oct. 28

The Factory at Franklin

Friday, Oct. 27

4-6 p.m. at the Maryland Farms YMCA

Harvest Half Marathon, 5K and Fall Festival Saturday, Nov. 4 Brentwood Family YMCA

EXERCISE YOUR HEART

IN MORE WAYS THAN ONE

CREATING COMMUNITY IS OUR CAUSE AT THE Y.

As a member of the Y, you may exercise your heart in an invigorating cardio blast class. But you can also strengthen your heart by supporting the children who are learning life-saving skills in YMCA swim lessons, the teens who are learning how to be a leader for tomorrow in Y-CAP Williamson County, or the seniors who find fellowship every day in the classes and community of the Y.

Learn more about the impact that the Y has on your community by visiting any of the three locations in Williamson County, or TryTheY.com.

Our Mission: A worldwide charitable fellowship united by a common loyalty to Jesus Christ for the purpose of helping people grow in spirit, mind and body.

COMMUNITY | Your Health & Wellness

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and serves as a reminder to get your annual mammogram and in general be aware of breast health. Statistics show that one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women. Each year more than 250,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer and, although less frequent, over 2,400 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer in the United States.

Screening mammograms should start yearly at age forty along with a breast exam by your physician or practitioner as recommended.

If you have increased risk factors or any abnormalities, discuss with your physician and a screening mammogram may be done before age forty.

DETECTING BREAST CANCER EARLIER Breast cancer can’t be prevented, but you can take three important steps to help detect it earlier. The free resource, 3 Steps to Early Detection, can increase your chance of finding breast cancer before it spreads. Many breast cancer symptoms are invisible and not noticeable without a professional screening,

but some symptoms can be caught early just by being proactive about your breast health.

ONCE A MONTH Adult women of all ages are encouraged to perform breast self-exams at least once a month. Johns Hopkins Medical center states, “Forty percent of diagnosed breast cancers are detected by women who feel a lump, so establishing a regular breast self-exam is very important.”

A VISUAL CHECK OF SKIN AND TISSUE During a clinical breast exam, your healthcare provider checks your breasts’ appearance. You may be asked to raise your arms over your head, let them hang by your sides, or press your hands against your hips. These postures allow your healthcare provider to look for differences in size or shape between your breasts. The skin covering your breasts is checked for any rash, dimpling, or other abnormal signs. Your nipples may be checked to see if fluid is expressed when lightly squeezed.

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HELP THE CAUSE LOCALLY Organizers for the annual Pink Gala, on New Year’s Eve at The Factory at Franklin, recently held their Pink Party to kickoff planning for the big event.

At the Pink Party, patrons who stopped by Kelly Spalding Designs could purchase commemorative “Tennessee Hope” t-shirts (to be sold throughout the fall and winter), with all proceeds benefiting the Breast Health Center at Williamson Medical

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Center. Kelly Spalding, Pink Gala founder, lost her mother to breast cancer, and later beat the disease herself. The Pink Gala was founded as a means to raise funds and awareness for the Breast Health Center at Williamson Medical Center.

Chemo relief kits were also available for purchase, and Kelly will donate these kits to women fighting breast cancer. The kits include Shea cream, cuticle balm and Clover’s Lip Smack. Chemo relief kits will help ease discomfort during chemotherapy.

“I created this kit to give some comfort to those going through chemotherapy and let them know their community cares about them,” Kelly says. “Each kit is delivered with a personal note attached, which can come from the purchaser of the kit. It’s such a simple thing that goes a very long way.”

Pink feather boas are also available for purchase at her shop - light pink to honor those who have passed and bright pink for survivors and those who are fighting - that will be on display with the honorees’ names at the Pink Gala.

Tickets for the black-tie New Year’s Eve gala are available for $150 per person through the month of October. After November 1st, the price increases to $165 per person. The event will feature great food and drink, a silent auction, dancing to the Memphis Soul Revue, a Champagne toast at midnight, and a wonderful event helping to raise funds for the Breast Health Center at Williamson Medical Center as well as raising awareness for women and men in Williamson County.

Kelly Spalding Designs is located in downtown Franklin at 915 Columbia Avenue. For more information on the Pink Gala or to purchase tickets, visit thepinkgala.com.

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Photography by K. York Homestead Manor in Thompson’s Station hosted the annual benefit dinner in September for GraceWorks Ministries. This year’s theme, “Hope Through Help,” echoed the agencies gratitude to the community, donors and volunteers for their generous support.

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Volunteering. Helping out. Philanthropy. Regardless of what term is used, we have all reached out in some way to help an individual in need. Giving our time and resources to another person or organization without expecting anything in return is in our DNA. Humans are hard wired to connect with each other. Besides the “feel-good” associated with giving back, there are numerous additional benefits.

Giving back does a body good. Many studies have shown that regular volunteering can increase our lifespan, improve our health, reduce anxiety and decrease chronic pain. One 2006 study by Rachel Piferi at John Hopkins University and Kathleen Lawler at the University of Tennessee, revealed that people who offered social support to others had lower blood pressure than those that did not.

Researchers propose that the many health benefits the giver receives are a direct result of decreased stress levels.

Giving back improves our gray matter. Thanks to technology, researchers now know that our mid-brain region lights up when we practice charitable giving. It is the same area of the brain that is responsible for cravings and pleasure; think eating chocolate! This pleasure response is the physiological cause behind the good feeling of contributing to another’s well-being.

Giving back improves our communities. We all have a “soap box issue,” or two. What if we looked “Happiness doesn’t result for ways to improve the topics that get from what we get, but us fired up instead of just complaining from what we give.” about them? Finding and improving – Ben Carson situations that we are passionate about gives our lives meaning, improves our communities and creates a connection with ripple effects. We all have something to contribute and even small gestures can have a big impact.

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October 1st, 2016 Marisa Rhodes and Thomas Fagan met in July of 2015, while Marisa was visiting her grandmother in Florida.

They didn’t expect to fall for each other like they did, but through their long-distance phone calls and Thomas coming to visit Marisa in Nashville, they fell in love.

They were engaged four months later on October 30th, 2015 in Jackson Square in New Orleans, and their family threw them an amazing engagement party at Galatoires.

Marisa then moved to Florida to be with Thomas and they started planning their wedding.

On October 1st, 2016 they were married on Marisa’s family farm in Tennessee. Everything was done by Marisa, Thomas and their families. Thomas did all of the cooking for their 100 guests. He prepared crawfish etoufee and smoked beef brisket on the farm. His mother and grandmother made the side dishes of corn maque choux and smothered green beans, all Louisiana traditions from Thomas’s family. Marisa made the signature drinks for the wedding, Tennessee Whiskey - which was one of Thomas and Marisa’s songs - along with Tennessee Tea. The wedding was perfect, the weather was gorgeous and everything went according to plan. The ceremony was held under a 400-year-old white oak tree on the farm.

They hung fifteen different glass lanterns from the tree on clear wire so they looked to be suspended. They had two old doors with cotton placed over them with whiskey barrels on each side that opened to a string quartet version of Stevie Wonders “Isn’t She lovely” as Marisa walked down the burlap aisle with her father. They said their vows

under a hand painted sign that Thomas’s mother made them with the verse Mark 10:9, which says, “What God has joined together let no man separate.”

Their families and friends enjoyed every part of the beautiful outdoor ceremony and then walked to the reception around the pool, with the lighted dance floor up above on the yard. As they entered the reception area, they were met with a warm setting around the pool with linen tablecloths, mercury glass candle votives and white hydrangeas. Thomas’s stepfather, Ward Lormand, performed with his Cajun band Has Beans and they played all night. Marisa and Thomas had their first dance to “My Best Friend” by Tim McGraw. The cutting of the cake, topped with Marisa’s grandmother’s and grandfather’s sixty-five-year-old cake topper, was a special and unforgettable moment, as was the crawfish groom’s cake. The couple enjoyed a beautiful sparkler send off at the end of the night. It was truly the best night of both of their lives. They honeymooned in Puerto Vallarta and now live in Columbia, Tennessee.

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Planning a family road trip doesn’t sound very luxurious, does it? Well, I was knee deep in planning mine this past summer, working hard to put together an itinerary that suited all involved. History and shopping for the fifteen-year-old, golfing and dining for the sweetie, plenty of McDonald’s chicken nuggets along the way for the four-year-old; and then there was me. Aside from the nuggets, I was pretty much on board for all of those things. And as we were making our way through three states and multiple sites, hotels and locations along the way, I assumed I would also get my share of good old-fashioned exhaustion, people pleasing and hair pulling. Me that is, pulling mine out! As luck would have it though, our last stop was to be Charleston, South Carolina. The Holy City – somewhere I had been as a child myself. But the experience as an adult was sure to be wholly different and it was definitely going to be the highlight for me.

I immediately contacted the Charleston Area Convention & Visitors Bureau for help in planning accommodations, dining and tours. They recommended The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina. At first, I was uncertain since it was not located in the historic district and beach was not necessarily on the agenda here. But once I communicated with the resort and booked our stay, I was already looking forward to experiencing this property.

The luxury, ninety-two-room boutique hotel and member of The Leading Hotels of the World, opened its doors in late 2016 to provide another perspective of the charming, coastal city. Balconies in every guest room provide glorious morning vistas and spectacular sunsets overlooking the water. The hotel definitely brings high-style to the Lowcountry through original art, sophisticated interiors and a luxe environment that appeals to a wide range of travelers. Yes, that included the kids in our party! Because, the pool, well, it was in a word, fabulous.

From our beautiful room, our view was simply stunning.

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of Charleston Harbor and downtown Charleston.

It celebrates the Lowcountry design aesthetics and Charleston’s rich maritime history, presenting a comfortable, retreat-like setting. And the bright colors and original art throughout the hotel by Charleston artist, John Carroll Doyle, were beautiful as well. Our guestroom featured wood floors and custom-crafted furnishings and an expansive balcony overlooking Charleston Harbor and the two heated pools and sprawling pool deck complete with full-service private cabanas, fire pits, Jacuzzi and dining options.

The Estuary Spa with an array of treatments from deep tissue massages to facials and waxing is also onsite.

Family friendly amenities including the Mini Mariner’s Kid’s Camp, Cinema Saturdays in the thirty-seat private movie theater, all give the property a family friendly vibe. Three on-site dining options include The Charleston Harbor Fish House, an award-winning restaurant overlooking Charleston Harbor. The Palmetto Executive Boardroom is outfitted for board retreats, executive meetings, multi-generational family meetings and incentive programs, for those planning larger work or family trips. Of course, with this view and the amenities, the hotel features ten inspiring wedding venues for parties ranging from fifteen to 500.

When we arrived, I knew we had hit the jackpot of accommodations in a city known for its phenomenal hospitality and hotel options. For travel with children, it allowed for their enjoyment while also giving the adults an unsurpassed experience. We got to experience a part of Charleston we hadn’t planned on. Our wonderful family memory is ever enhanced by our stay here and we look forward to returning often.

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The median sales price for condos in August grew 15.2 percent to $250,900 from $217,000 in July.

There are many reasons condo living is a popular choice for those making Williamson County home. “It’s a great fit for baby boomers who want a relatively maintenance-free lifestyle in their retirement years,” says Lisa Wurth, President of the Williamson County Association of REALTORS®. On the opposite spectrum to boomers are millennials who have started to make the jump from renting to homeownership.

According to Inman News, a leading real estate news source for REALTORS®, the homeownership rate for millennials increased a full percentage point, 34.3 percent to 35.3 percent, between the first and second quarter of 2017; they are the only generation to witness an increase in their homeownership rate from last quarter. “Condo living really is a maintenance-free way of life for many demographics,” Lisa reiterates.

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“We worked hard but had fun knowing we were helping get things in shape so the kids can have a great place to start off their new school year,” says Debbie Chamberlain, RGWF Board Chair.

The RGWF is the philanthropic arm of WCAR. This organization raises thousands of dollars annually to support local nonprofits, provide scholarships to graduating seniors and promote fine arts education in Williamson County Schools. Fundraisers throughout the year, including silent auctions and a golf tournament, provide the main sources of funding for the RGWF. With approximately 2,500 members, the Williamson County Association of REALTORS® provides support and services for area real estate professionals and is the leading voice in the community for its members, as well as residential and commercial property owners.

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O’MORE DESIGNER SHOW HOUSE The 2017 O’More Designer Show House will be held at Você, a neighborhood development, located on country music icon Eddy Arnold’s land on south Granny White Pike. Você is the perfect location to showcase the designs of four decades of O’More alums. All leaders in their field, they produce a dazzling design experience this year. With over 4,000-square-feet of inspiration, the house is designed to be exceptionally welcoming, from the exterior paint colors to the interior finishes, harmonized with progressive design and technology.

The Show House demonstrates the strength of design and showcases the talents of over seventeen O’More alumni. New this year, these O’More alumni have partnered with and mentored current student interns in order to share hands-on knowledge as they transform a 4,015-square-foot house into a not-to-be-missed experience. 100 percent of ticket sales will benefit the O’More College Fund.

“Creativity is in the air at Você” The Você team brings a high level of passion, commitment and wide-ranging experience to the task of creating an incomparable neighborhood - the first of its kind in Nashville - that retains and embraces the natural beauty of the land. In keeping with the wishes of country music icon Eddy Arnold, the last steward of this land, Você will save the trees wherever possible, employing light impact practices that promote an environmentally sensitive development approach. Você means “voice” in Italian and “voice” has a strong connection to this one-of-a-kind community.

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Você features naturally wooded home sites set within PHOTOS BY BRENNAN SMITH a pedestrianfriendly, walkable community of sidewalks, paths and trails. “Dark sky” practices will be maintained across all home and community lighting, to reduce scattered light and to be sensitive to Vanderbilt’s Dyer Observatory, located nearby. The homes will have a compact environmental footprint, utilizing a variety of natural water features to remove pollutants from storm water runoff, and implementing natural techniques to reinforce existing streams. Wherever practical and cost effective, construction waste will be recycled, and native materials, including re-purposed trees, will be used to create special architectural elements.

Você is the creation of Armistead Arnold Pollard Real Estate Services, LLC a full-service real estate firm, specializing in commercial and residential brokerage, consulting and development. Helmed by partners Shannon Pollard and Steve Armistead, AAPRE has found success working on projects that look to revitalize and enhance their surrounding community; these include uniquely sustainable developments both new and re-purposed. Headquartered in Brentwood, Tennessee, AAPRE is housed in the original offices of Pollard’s grandfather, country music legend Eddy Arnold. Arnold’s savvy real estate investments and unassailable professional integrity

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Architect: Carson Looney Carson is one of the founding principals of Looney Ricks Kiss (LRK) and Principal in Charge of Residential Architecture. His passion and focus has been housing related since the beginning of his career. Carson established the underlying philosophy of the firm’s residential work, which is based on timeless principles of scale, proportion, detail, and constructibility. His work is as much about the interior functions and the feeling of a home as it is the exterior and diligently works to assure the two are fully integrated.

Attesting to this philosophy are over 415 regional and national residential design awards along with countless publications. Learn more about Looney Ricks Kiss at lrk.com.

Builder: Brady Fry Fry Classic Construction, has created a diverse body of work ranging from historic renovations to cutting edge spaces, the common thread being exceptional clients. Brady utilizes relationships with some of the South’s best architects, designers and artisans - to help his clients build the home beyond their dreams. See Fry’s work at fryclassicconstruction.com.

Lead Designer: Kimberly Kelly Kimberly graduated from O’More College in 2013. Following graduation Kimberly worked for an established firm in Nashville, designing both residential and commercial spaces. While working with the firm, she collaborated on the design for the lobby and owner’s lounge of the twenty-three-story luxury condominium high rise TWELVE|TWELVE. In May 2015, she launched her own design studio, K7 Interior Design + Lifestyle, located in historic Franklin.

Kimberly has worked on a variety of high-end residential projects and regularly collaborates with local architect Kevin Coffey. To learn more about Kimberly, visit k7interiordesign.com.

Project Consultant: Kimberly Sundt Based in Atlanta, Kimberly has served as executive producer for numerous Designer Show houses throughout the Southeast. With over twentyfive years in the hospitality, events and design industries, her other client work includes hotels, boutique retailers, lifestyle publications and other project management. She now focuses on helping small businesses create better customer experiences, bringing their brands to life in the minds of their customers. Learn more about Kimberly at kimberlysundt.com.

Recipient: O’More College of Design Located in historic downtown Franklin and founded in 1970, O’More College of Design cultivates a passion for design through a distinctive undergraduate education in a student-centered environment, leading to fulfilling careers as design professionals.

O’More College of Design’s leadership in design thinking, doing, and educating, shapes the local landscape and creates alums who will lead.

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LIFESTYLE | Interior Thinking

Autumn Elegance

BY KELLY OAKLEY

It’s every southerner’s favorite time of year: football, bonfires, s’mores, hayrides, cider and most importantly - fall décor. Or wait, maybe that’s just us here at ReFresh Home! But, who can blame us? A new season is an opportunity to freshen up your space and bring new life to your home. We want to share a few of our décor tips to help you get into the swing of the season.

Our key to seasonal decorating, just like with every day décor, is to make a statement while staying simple. Keeping it simple is not only a good move from a design perspective, but it also makes it easier to keep up with the seasons while keeping up with our schedules. Less really is often more. Unless you’re creating a haunted house, you likely want to achieve a look that’s festive, but sophisticated. To help with this, we like to pick a few specific areas to style for fall and keep it at that. Our go-to spots include the mantle, table centerpieces, outdoor planters and front door. This list allows us to keep it to a minimum, but still get creative. It’s no secret that we’re all busy; having a few designated areas makes it easier to find the time to swap out our décor.

Another important thing for us is to use mostly “seasonal” décor instead of “holiday” décor. This allows the pieces you choose to have a bit more of a life-span. You can only bring these guys around once a year, so let’s maximize the amount of time you can keep them out! We use a lot of pumpkins, plant life and pops of orange to give us all the feelings of fall while giving us three months of use, instead of just one. If you’re a fan of Halloween like we are, this doesn’t mean you should throw out the jack-o-lanterns and skulls. Our advice is to pick and choose a few special pieces that can be easily swapped, without starting back at square one once the holiday is over.

You’re going to want to blend your everyday with your seasonal décor. If you’ve seen designs by ReFresh Home, you know that we like to keep things pretty neutral. Why? For seasonal décor! If your overall look is more subdued, that gives you the freedom to swap your pillows and other accessories with the season. You can add those pops of color without having to worry about interfering with the look and design of your space.

Lastly, one of our rules for every space and every design is to get creative! Your home is your sacred space, it should always reflect who you are and what you like. Even when decorating for fall, think outside of the box and show us what you love!

KELLY OAKLEY

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Kelly joined the ReFresh Home team three years ago. She finds every home unique and exciting and works with her clients to create a space that reflects each one’s own personal style.

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LIFESTYLE | The Lady Entertains

PUMPKIN HUNTING 101 When searching for the perfect gourd, everyone has their personal preferences. White, orange, giant, small, smooth or bumpy.

The combinations are endless.

Whatever your taste, there are a few things to look for during your search. Choose a pumpkin that is firm and feels heavy. Check for any soft or moldy spots. The stem should still be firmly attached. For carving, make sure there is at least one flat side and that the pumpkin sits level on a flat surface. If you like the white pumpkins, don’t delay. These sell out quickly so buy them as soon as you see them.

THE 411 ON PUMPKINS

BY KRISTA EHRET

Pumpkin carving is an annual activity enjoyed by most fall lovers. It’s one of the few craft projects that can be tailored for any age or skill level making it a great go-to party activity. Whether hosting a large fall bash or a fun family night, here are some ideas from the seed scooping to the stoop display.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT TOOLS Once you have the perfect array of pumpkins, you’ll want to gather your supplies. If you have little ones, a fun and safe way for them to get involved is to let them select a few of the tiny pumpkins and then display their artistic ability with paint, glue or glitter. There are also some really cute kits that allow you to stick pieces onto the pumpkin to create different faces or animals. For amateur carving, grab some of those handy packs that include your tools as well as some patterns. If you prefer something more advanced or unique, make sure you have a large serrated knife to cut through the top or bottom of the pumpkin, a large metal spoon for scooping, a paring knife for more precise cuts. Grab plenty of newspaper to grab the mess, perhaps some painting smocks and flameless candles with batteries to put inside your creation.

SETTING THE STAGE A pumpkin carving party is typically one of your more casual get-togethers. There’s no need to go over the top on preparation.

Put out your existing fall décor, light a seasonal candle and (weather permitting) get a fire pit or fire place going. Chili is a crowd-pleaser that is super easy when thrown into a crockpot. Set a DIY toppings bar with cheese, corn chips, sour cream, onion, etc., and pair with some cornbread for the perfect comfort food meal. Offer cider only if your crowd will drink it. Beer and wine are easy and go great with the chili. Hot chocolate is a warm treat for the kiddos after they finish their pumpkins. Warm caramel or peanut butter poured over apple slices make for a yummy but not over indulgent dessert.

PUMPKIN PRESERVATION We’ve all seen the sad collapsed faces staring at us days before Halloween has even arrived. To keep your creation looking its best, you can spray with bleach or go the natural route with the following concoction: Combine two tablespoons of borax, eight ounces water, and forty drops of peppermint essential oil in a spray bottle. Shake to mix and spray the pumpkin inside and out. Try to keep your jack o’ lanterns out of direct sun light and avoid cleaning solutions that suggest apple cider vinegar as these may attract bugs.

THE SKINNY ON SEEDS While the goopy pumpkin innards are less than appetizing, the seeds actually make a yummy snack when prepared correctly. Start by scooping everything out and then separating the seeds. Clean them by rinsing in a colander and then give a good shake to dry. Spread the seeds on a baking sheet and roast at 300°F for thirty minutes to completely dry them out. Toss with olive oil and your seasonings of choice and then bake for an additional twenty minutes or until golden and crisp. There are some great options for flavors online such as buffalo, ranch, cinnamon sugar and taco. For a simple savory option, toss with two tablespoons of melted butter and one teaspoon seasoned salt per cup of seeds.

CREATING YOUR DISPLAY Whether in their natural state or decorated to the nines, pumpkins are the quintessential fall focal point. When creating your design, use a variety of sizes, colors and textures for lots of cohesive visual interest.

To keep things from looking flat add some height by bringing in potted plants, hay bales, lanterns, urns or wooden crates. You can also add some personalization by painting your family’s last initial or the street address on one or more of the pumpkins. Draw inspiration from design ideas on Pinterest and then throw your own spin on it.

KRISTA EHRET

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

FEATURE | Parade of Homes

Parade of Homes

W IT HE RSPO ON BRE NT WO OD HOST S T HI S Y E A R’S

The annual event produced by the Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee, will highlight the Brentwood community of Witherspoon Brentwood. Tour-goers will enjoy tours of six custom built houses by the area’s top builders and professionally decorated by the area’s top interior designers.

Your tour will include these beautifully designed and decorated homes:

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Learn more about Witherspoon Brentwood, host of the 2017 Parade event at witherspoonbrentwood.com. Pinnacle Financial Partners proudly sponsors this year’s tour and the Williamson County Animal Center is the benefiting charity. You can check out the custom built “Parade of Dog Houses,” built by participating Parade builders at their Parade Homes! To learn more about the Center go to, adoptwcac.org.

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MONTHLY | Socially Yours

Don’t Be a Ghoul at Halloween and Forget Your Manners!

BY SHELLY ROBERTSON BIRDSONG AND EMILYPOST.COM

I can recall all too vividly as a child and young adult, gearing up for that oddest and most fun of holidays - Halloween. Despite some negativity and naysayers about its questionable background and meaning - I have come to believe, it truly is a rite of autumn and a fun and festive chance to dress up and be a little silly, even if only for an evening. And can’t we all use more of that?

The trick-or-treat aspect however, can be a challenge in numerous ways, especially if you are in a high traffic neighborhood or are in charge of leading around your bevy of kiddos while they are after one thing and one thing only - CANDY!!!

Halloween is a fun holiday for children, but it’s easy to get forget basic manners when there is so much sugar fueling the excitement. Here are manners to remember before you go trick-or-treating: Remind your little goblin not to be greedy; one piece of candy from each house is the general rule. And saying “thank you” is a must.

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In terms of costumes, ghoulish makeup and army fatigues are acceptable. Guns and bustiers are better left at home. Speaking of guns - any form of threatening with your “fake” weaponry is a major no. Sadly, even more so in today’s violent society. But remember, parents won’t think it’s cute if you frighten their little ones - and to the older “kids,” adults also don’t appreciate the humor of you aiming your gun at them pretending to fire when you find out they have no more candy left. Yes, sadly, a true story.

If you don’t like Halloween, you don’t have to participate. Either go out for the night or turn off your front lights. Parents will get the message, but some older kids might, too, so be prepared for possible “tricks.”

If your area isn’t kid-friendly, it’s fine to pack up your brood and head to Grandma’s neighborhood or to your best friend’s block.

Dumping off a carload of kids in an area where you don’t know anyone or haven’t been invited is definitely impolite - and possibly dangerous.

Masked teenagers at the door might seem ridiculous or even intimidating, but try to take it in stride and hand out some treats anyway. After all, Halloween is an occasion for teens to enjoy just as younger kids do.

For many teens, it’s one of the last vestiges of childhood that they can still enjoy.

Yes, it is fine to turn off the lights when you are ready to do so or (eekk) run out of candy early!

So, remember - enjoy this spooky and fun filled night but don’t forget your manners and get “booed.”

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FEATURE | Your Charitable Self

Every October, we feature outstanding individuals in our community that are giving of their time, resources and talents, always striving to build up nonprofit organizations and assist those in need. Get inspired by these generous individuals in our community and see how you might be able to help out too!

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FEATURE | Your Charitable Self

CAMERON COX Fifteen-year-old Cameron Cox shows no matter what age you are, you can make a difference. She is the creator and founder of the fundraiser, Penny and A Prayer. With this fundraiser, she partners with Habitat for Humanity WilliamsonMaury, and has brought the fundraiser to an international level.

Cameron wanted to make an impact on the community and a difference for the people she sees every day. “The purpose of Penny and A Prayer is to let people know that even with the smallest change, it can make a difference,” exclaims Cameron. “A penny has value. A person has value. With hard work and lots of effort, even the smallest of things can change a person’s life. I want people to

DAVID KING President and owner of King Jewelers, David King, has been busy running his business, along with helping a dozen different area charities in Williamson and Davidson County. As King Jewelers embarks on the sixth generation of their family business, their commitment to support the needs of their clients, friends and community will always be their ultimate objective. They built their company on core values such as honesty and respect and will continue that path of integrity.

David initially thought he was going to be a doctor when he attended the University of Pennsylvania. In Philadelphia, he exclaims he was fortunate to get accepted into a pre-med program for only ten students who were able to work in various parts of the hospital. During his rotation in labor and delivery, he was extremely moved working in the neonatal clinic. “For me, it defined the meaning of love and life when I watched a mother care and pray for her newborn child,” 54 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | OCTOBER 2017

see that when your head and heart are both committed, you can make a difference.”

Cameron was out one day and found several pennies in a parking lot and couldn’t believe why people would throw away something that has value (in numbers). She discussed her idea with her mom thinking, “If I had a prayer for every penny, we could make a difference in someone’s life.” She started gathering mason jars and distributed them at local businesses to start collecting pennies.

In eight weeks, she was able to collect 380,000 pennies. Cameron is thankful for the generosity of these businesses who have helped her grow her mission.

What has inspired Cameron the most is the passion and desire to help people land back on their feet, despite struggles and setbacks, and seeing these results. She ran into a woman who had recently received a new

home from Habitat for Humanity and had recognized Cameron. The woman exclaimed that she placed her mason jar of prayers on her mantle and looks at them every day.

“To me, giving back to the community means to show the community that we care.

To let people, who are strangers, know they are loved, are cared for and have a purpose,” she says. “Giving back, means letting people know that as a community we are one and it’s important to show unity. Without hope, love and respect for each other, we have nothing.”

Stop by Pieology in downtown Franklin on October 20th and Culvers in Spring Hill on November 2nd to help Cameron grow her fundraiser and make a difference for families in the area, with a Penny and A Prayer.

GIVING CAN BEGIN AT ANY AGE says David. “The following year, I spent a semester working at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) which only furthered my appreciation for pediatric medicine.”

After completing his pre-med studies and witnessing drastic changes within the medical world, David moved into a different direction toward finance and worked with JP Morgan following graduation. “With the untold fate of September 11th, I ultimately ended up falling into my family business which was just celebrating its 89th anniversary. While I never got to practice medicine and provide the humanitarian benefits of a physician, I began actively volunteering and taking on great leadership roles within the Young Presidents Club at Mt. Sinai Hospital, which focused on the impacts of health and the well-being of children within the community. Today, I continue to primarily focus my charitable efforts around children’s organizations, most notably the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital,” he explains.

Along with Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital, David and his team are also passionate about working with Chukkers

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Having a strong sense of community is important to David, who believes Williamson County is simply an amazing place to live and raise a family. “There’s such a sense of pride in the community,” says David. “Particularly in the historic downtown section, it makes giving back that much better.”

“Giving back has always been more than a monetary donation,” explains David. “I feel it’s truly important to be a reliable part of the community. To be an actual part of the community. Middle Tennessee is a special place that is a very loving and nuclear community in regards to family, not to mention a historic area. The quality of life that Nashville offers is hard to beat, and it’s important for my family and business to be an integral part of many lives, from many walks of life.”

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FEATURE | Your Charitable Self

DR. JAMES LOHSE Dr. James Lohse has been working in the field of sports medicine and assisting others in the community for a number of years. James is a boardcertified sports medicine and concussion specialist who provides help for athletes of all ages. Aside from his work at Next Level Sports Medicine, James is also passionate about helping two area charities; Best Buddies of Tennessee and the Nashville Junior Predators Elite Hockey Club.

As with any nonprofit, the biggest challenge is often bringing attention to the cause and to encourage growth of each organization through fundraising.

James has been involved with Best Buddies for ten years, and a board member for two years, and Nashville Junior Predators has been a board member for two years, but his sons have skated with the organization for three years.

JADE SAMPSON “Each of us is blessed with something to give.

When we identify a need, we should ask ourselves what and how we can contribute,” says Jade Sampson, founder and executive director for the Tennessee Educational Alliance and Dressed for the Test. “There is so much to be done, and by all of us pitching in to the best of our ability, we can make a remarkable difference.”

Dressed for the Test is the flagship program of the Tennessee Educational Alliance and was founded to provide Standard School Attire (SSA) for students in need in middle Tennessee. Since their founding in 2016, they have had the opportunity to partner with multiple organizations to not only provide SSA for local students, but to also provide enrichment and training programs to teach students what it means to show up Dressed for the Test in school, extracurricular activities, work and life.

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Best Buddies pairs people with developmental and intellectual disabilities with a friend of typical development. This friendship enables relationship outside of the person’s own family. There are chapters in schools ranging from elementary to college. There are also buddy pairs at the adult level as well as corporate cooperation in the integrated employment division. “The awareness that is brought to the emotional and social needs of those with disabilities is so important. The impact that the Best Buddies friendship has on both individuals in the Buddy pair is an amazing thing to witness. It is life changing,” says James.

James has also worked with the Nashville Elite Hockey Club/Nashville Junior Predators, a nonprofit organization that is committed to the growth and development of youth hockey in the middle Tennessee area. The goal is to have a comprehensive developmental program for youth hockey players with the best available coaching on the ice, and the

right facilities and programs to support player development.

James has a passion for sideline care of athletes and sports concussion prevention and proper management post-concussion. He provides baseline Impact testing, which is a computer based tool used in post-concussion management to guide safe return to play for the athletes of the organization. He also provides support to the entire organization regarding safe play and medical decision making in regards to training the athletes.

He and his family live, work and raise a family in Williamson County and are raising up their community, while teaching their children the importance of giving back. “Giving back is not just in the form of monetary donations, although that is extremely helpful,” explains James. “It is time spent talking about the organizations and missions that you are passionate about. It is generating awareness of the mission and including others with you on that journey.”

A SPORTING CHANCE THROUGH GIVING who are required to comply with standard school attire to attend school is significant, yet over seventy five percent of Nashville students in public school are considered economically disadvantaged. We partner with nonprofits to help meet this need for our most vulnerable students. We provide all new clothing to these students, as we understand how much pride and confidence a new school uniform can bring to a student. When students are able to show up Dressed for the Test, they can to walk into the classroom with their head held high and a newfound confidence that will enable them to increase their focus academically, improve their social interactions and decrease their chance of being bullied.”

We are blessed with the robust nonprofit community in middle Tennessee Jade exclaims, and she works with other organizations she is passionate about. Jade is involved with AMSURG as the Director of Talent Management and serves on the Board of Directors for the Junior League of Nashville and Young Leaders Council.

“I am deeply passionate about the work that

Junior League of Nashville does. For over ninety-five years we have worked tirelessly to continuously fulfill our mission of promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.”

To maximize the impact, strong leaders are needed. “Young Leaders Council exists to train diverse, committed individuals to effectively serve on the boards of nonprofit organizations and make a difference in the community by replenishing the volunteer leadership base. Its rich curriculum serves as the perfect foundation for young professionals to build upon as they begin serving on nonprofit boards and becoming the next generation of leaders in our community.”

One of the greatest joys for Jade is to see the students she has worked with. “To see these students anticipate going to school the next day and discussing how they would show up Dressed for the Test was remarkably fulfilling and moments like those are exactly why we do what we do every day.”

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FEATURE | Your Charitable Self

MIKE ALEXANDER “If you are standing on this soil, you are incredibly blessed. Over the years, I have been impressed and inspired by so many examples of leadership in the area of volunteers and giving that I would be remiss to not participate in those efforts,” exclaims Mike Alexander.

Mike is thankful each day to wake up in Williamson County, and finds inspiration and friendship in everyone he meets, especially with the multiple charities he is part of and the individuals he works with there. Mike has worked as a volunteer, board member and at times, a president for Franklin Tomorrow, Bridgestone, Better Business Bureau of Williamson County, Better Business Bureau of Middle Tennessee, Columbia State Foundation, P38, inc, Americans Supporting Americans, Franklin Breakfast Rotary and Feed America First.

VONA WILSON Vona Wilson, Chaplain for the YMCA of Middle Tennessee, has been active in the community and giving of her time around the area, for years. She has been with the YMCA of Middle Tennessee for fourteen months, but began her career in Williamson County as a paramedic, joining the EMS team.

From there, she worked at Williamson Medical Center for fifteen years as director of organizational improvement and director of emergency medical services and as an associate pastor at Franklin First United Methodist for a dozen years.

“My work has always been focused on helping people who want to be helped. From the 911 call in a crisis, to a leader wanting to improve their organization, to an individual or group that wants to grow deeper in their spiritual journey with God…all of these

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“Each organization has a different focus, creating a variety of things to be involved with,” he says. “What could be more important than the future of Franklin? Or working with an organization that assists adults with special needs? Integrity in business is very key to having a great community. Supporting an organization that is impacting the lives of so many and while providing worthwhile educational opportunities is so important.”

One of his most fulfilling moments with an organization has been working with the Rotary Club. Whether it is their annual golf outing fundraiser to working with the team of volunteers that travel to Guatemala to participate in water purification projects, he has found great joy in those team members.

“Joining hands with a group of like-minded, ‘service above self,’ people that like to have fun, you can’t beat it! This provides the energy to be involved in so many other worthwhile organizations,” says Mike.

After spending more than seven years on

active duty and another four to five in the Army Reserve, Mike thought, “How can I not give back and support the men and women of today that have taken the baton to serve.

Military families are especially important due to the sacrifices they make.”

Right now, the biggest needs within the organizations that Mike is involved with include money, volunteers, technology and staffing. It takes strong hearts and passionate individuals to help improve our community and those that reside here.

“Giving back and investing in the people who comprise this community continues to make Franklin feel more and more like home, even as it navigates through this season of growth,” he says. “I’ve heard someone say these words a lot, it takes time, talents and treasures to get things done.

If you live in Williamson County, you are bound to have some of all three. We each have to search our own heart to determine how we plug in and what we give.”

GIVING AN INVESTMENT IN THE FUTURE roles accept people where they are and help them to a better place,” explains Vona.

Vona exclaims there is significant need within this community, but that most of it is hidden. “The nonprofits are the ones that are most often meeting those needs,” she says.

“I always want our community to be known for its generosity and care of its people. We have a lot of work to do and our youth are a critical need.”

At the Y, their biggest need is for people to engage with their local YMCA and really get involved. The YMCA is a worldwide charitable fellowship united by a common loyalty to Jesus Christ for the purpose of helping people grow in spirit, mind and body. Their biggest need is for the community to be aware and support their mission work. They work with 118 schools, and provide memberships for people who cannot otherwise afford it, so their families can access the same resources that will help

them grow holistically.

Vona loves the community and its people and has seen the county grow and develop over the years, and wants to continue to make an impact in a positive way. To her, giving back means doing everything she can to help the community be a safe, peaceful and fruitful place to live and work.

“We are blessed in Williamson County.

We have great schools, we have great public servants, we have strong faith communities…the list goes on and on,” she says. “I know that whatever I do with the roles in which I am given to serve, changes the life of those around me. That can be for good, it can be without impact, or it can be destructive. Giving back means serving in ways that bless the community and leave it better for the ones who come after me.”

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CELEBRATING HOWL-O-WEEN WITH THE HOUNDS! Hello there, WC dog lovers!

Guess what month it is?

It’s the month I get to wear my Halloween costumes!

Yes, I have more than one - my Momma loves Halloween! There are so many happenings this time of year for the humans, so I am glad there is an event for us pups to celebrate the season and show off our costumes!

Celebrating its 9th year, Barktoberfest™ is middle Tennessee’s biggest dog festival. Last year, the event brought an estimated 10,000 - 12,000 attendees! Whoa doggies! Held at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm in years past, this event has become a community favorite! New this year, Barktoberfest moves to The Woods at Fontanel, which allows the event to provide more outdoor activities for pooch pals as well as to offer closer, on-site parking. Located just fifteen minutes northwest of Nashville, the venue will provide sprawling fields, bubbling creeks and dog-friendly nature trails to enjoy before or during the festival. The event is hosted by Nashville Paw magazine and features food trucks, a pet adoption fair with local rescue groups and shelters, local vendor booths, live music, canine sport demonstrations and fun activities for the whole family. The highlight of Barktoberfest is the HowlO-Ween Costume Contests! These are for pups and their humans and include three contests this year: Kids Costume Contest (ages three - twelve), Dog Costume Contest and Dog + Human Costume Combo Contest. For more information on rules, entry fees and to learn more about the festival, visit tnbarktoberfest.com.

Guess I will need to decide which one of my costumes to wear for the contest. . . decisions, decisions. Any-who, I hope to see you at this year’s Barktoberfest! It is going to be a howlin’ and bow-wowin’ good time!

Wiggle bottom and slobbery smooches to you and yours!

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Can’t you just see yourself with a cup of hot coffee and all of this to experience in the morning as the sun comes up?

The master suite is on the first floor and has an absolutely stunning brand new master bath. The master suite includes a sitting area that joins the screened deck overlooking your retreat. Upstairs are two bedrooms both with new updated baths and a study. The basement features a 2nd master suite, a library, and a beautiful office with its own fire place.

Also, there is another large room that could be a media room or a family rec room. Just outside the 2nd master suite is a covered porch that leads to the very inviting pool. Just down from the home is a barn ready for you to make it into whatever you need.

Welcome to this beautiful country home on 5.25 acres located near Leiper’s Fork and Fairview, Tennessee. Are you looking for the perfect family home with enough room inside and out? There is plenty of play space in the finished basement and enough outside pasture for your animals. The gorgeous wooded area has really nice big hardwoods that are all native to middle Tennessee for your picnic area or for your children a fort and trails.

This elegant home was originally built by a builder for himself and his family. There are quality upgrades throughout. The current owners have thoroughly enjoyed the years they have spent here. It is very warm and inviting throughout the home.

This home features an open floor plan with 9 foot ceilings and hardwood floors throughout the main level. The living room and breakfast area overlooks the large green space and the woods beyond. The master bedroom is on the main level with a gorgeous bathroom suite.

The 2nd bedroom is also on the main floor. The 3rd bedroom is upstairs. The basement is finished out with another living space and a wonderful area for crafts, games or an exercise room. The safe room is large enough for a hangout spot and storage.

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LIFESTYLE | Pours & Palates

It’s a Language of Love LOVE LANGUAGE CAFÉ & CATERING

BY ANNA ROBERTSON HAM

Cooking for others to bring good food and happiness. . . “That is your love language,” says Jan Stumbo of her husband, Dale Stumbo. And that is how the name for their business came about.

Love Language Café & Catering opened its café doors officially on July 17th as an extended service from their catering offerings and have been blessedly busy ever since. This Stumbo family works as a team to bring local Franklin folks, along with the surrounding community, some of the BEST foods I have tasted.

Jan and Dale, along with their son DeMoss Stumbo, create a dining atmosphere like no other. They want people to walk through the door like they are walking into a family member’s home. They want them to feel welcomed and be brought together by the universal thing that everyone truly seems to enjoy - good food. I enjoyed my visit to Love Language Café recently to try out some of their menu items and new menu items. They sure did not disappoint! Here are some of the dishes I got to taste that I would recommend.

First up is the sandwich I heard about before I even walked through their doors - The West Main Hero a.k.a. “Darn Good Sandwich,” as it has lovingly been coined now by our staff here at Your Williamson. This huge hoagie has roast beef, turkey, ham, lettuce, tomato, pepperoncini, red onion, Havarti cheese and red wine vinaigrette. This is the sandwich that my co-workers have been searching for.

When you are craving a genuinely good sandwich, whether club, sub or hoagie, this one is the one for you. Served up with your choice of side, you can’t beat it. I had the Broccoli/Craisin Salad, which was a perfect match of sweet crunch.

Next, I got to try another sandwich - the Classic Reuben. Let me just say this, I do not claim to be a “Reuben person.” This is a serious thing, and I am no expert in this arena, however. . . WOW! This Reuben is one of the tastiest I have tried, with shaved corned beef (very lean), Swiss cheese, homemade sauerkraut and house sauce on pumpernickel rye bread.

Step aside Reuben wannabes, because this one right here is THE king. You get your choice of side for this one too and I had the Red Potato Salad, which was a perfect pairing with the Reuben.

Then, I tried the Hipster Hot Dog. Now, this is not your ordinary dog on a bun. Not that I was expecting such, but I was not expecting to have a hot dog dressed in avocado, bacon, cilantro, sriracha mustard and cream cheese. The “adult dog” if your will. It has so much flavor melded together. And for a hot dog, I must say, this one is presented so pretty with all the ingredients and color!

After that, I sampled a new item that will be going on their updated menu this month - the Sweet Potato Cappelletti. This pasta is tossed with bacon, cream, chives, aged egg yolk shavings and Peruvian pepper ash.

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This pasta is slightly sweet with a kick! I loved it! The texture is wonderful and the flavor elements are perfectly intertwined. The sweet potato aspect makes it a perfect combination with the heat that blends with it. Talk about a comfort meal!

Lastly, I tried another new item being added to the menu - the Choco-Not! This dessert is described as “like a milkshake in a bowl,” and it tastes like just that, but with a decadent display.

From the chocolate cream to the custard to the whipped cream, topped with cherry and nuts - this isn’t your regular soda shop shake! It is just divine.

My experience at Love Language Café and my time talking to the Stumbo family was so wonderful that I can only encourage you all to go experience it for yourself. I not only enjoyed the food, but the incredible welcome I received from the moment I walked through the door. I could sit and talk with this family for hours. They are so vibrant, loving and passionate about what they do. . . as well as being open-armed with all those they meet. If you want a dining experience that will stick with you for the amazing food as well as the amazing company - you must go visit Love Language Café. I promise you that you will LOVE every minute!

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At City Winery, we are fortunate to work with high quality crop from some of the world’s best producing vineyards. Because of this attention to detail, our wine can compare with some of the most esteemed wine producers on a global level. The only difference is we make our wine in the heart of a major metropolitan city. We are proud to focus on terroir­- the French expression of certain varietals growing better in specific climates and soils. Being a winery in the middle of the city allows us the luxury to seek the most expressive and world-class fruit for our customers.

Our facility is designed to integrate the winemaking process with consumption and enjoyment of wine. Guests at City Winery can wander from the winery into our Barrel Room Restaurant & Wine Bar, where you can try our house-made wines served fresh on tap, straight from the cellar. Even our cuisine pairs the wines with flavorful dishes prepared to compliment your glass. Tasting flights are offered to sample our many wines made in-house, along with an award-winning wine list featuring more than 400 wines from many of the top producers from all over the world. Whether for a concert, wine class, tasting dinner or private party, guests are never out of view of either the stainless-steel tanks or French Oak barrels.

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LIFESTYLE | Eat, Drink & Be Merry

Slow Down with Slow Cooking

BY WHITNEY MILLER

Fall for me is a time to slow down and enjoy the changing of seasons. Lush greens transition into vibrant burnt orange and crimson red.

Breezy, cool nights call for outdoor activities including bonfires, corn hole and pumpkin picking. The cooler temperatures also have me craving warm, comfort foods such as stews, chilis and soups.

When I want more time to spend with my family and less time spent in the kitchen, I pull out my slow cooker. All I have to do is the prep work and it cooks my meals for me. One of my favorite slow cooker recipes, pot roast, gets a makeover. This is not your grandmother’s pot roast. By cutting a large chuck roast into individual roasts, it cuts down the cooking time and gives an appearance of short ribs.

The roasts can be served over mashed potatoes, rice or grits.

My favorite being my creamy Pumpkin Parmesan Grits.

A slow cooker isn’t the only slow cooking device. My other favorite slow cooking method is sous vide. With sous vide cooking, it cooks vegetables, meats, etc., at their perfect temperature. A pro for novice cooks is that you can not overcook your food. This is a pro for experienced cooks too especially if you are a mom like me and can get distracted.

Have fun experimenting with sous vide cooking and enjoy my caramel apple “pie” recipe!

Individual Braised Beef Roast with Pumpkin Parmesan Grits 1 ½ Tablespoons coconut or canola oil 2-pound chuck roast 1 Tablespoon fine sea salt ¼ teaspoon fine ground black pepper 1 small yellow onion, roughly chopped 2 celery ribs, roughly chopped 4 garlic cloves, roughly chopped

½ cup julienned sun-dried tomatoes 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 Tablespoon soy sauce 1 ¼ cups beef stock Pumpkin Parmesan Grits (see recipe below)

Preheat a slow cooker on low heat.

Cut the chuck roast in three equal portions. Using kitchen twine, tie a piece around each portion to hold their rectangle shape. Season each chuck roast with the salt and pepper.

Heat the 1 Tablespoon oil in a medium cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chuck roasts to the skillet. Brown all sides of the roasts and then transfer to the slow cooker.

Reduce the heat of the skillet to medium heat. Add the onion and celery. Cook for 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for a minute.

Add in the sun-dried tomato, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce and beef stock to the slow cooker.

Add the cooked vegetables.

Cover and cook on high for 4 hours.

Transfer the roasts to a plate. Strain the sauce over a wire mesh strainer into a large bowl.

Pressing the vegetables against the strainer to extract as much sauce as possible. Spoon the top layer of fat off from the sauce.

To serve, spoon some of the grits into shallow bowls or plates. Place each roast on top of the grits. Lastly, ladle the sauce over the top.

Serves 3

Pumpkin Parmesan Grits 1 ¾ cups water ¼ cup heavy cream ¼ cup whole milk ½ cups quick cooking stone ground grits 1 teaspoon fine sea salt ½ cup fresh pumpkin purée* 2 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Add the water and heavy cream to a medium sauce pan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, immediately remove from the heat to prevent scorching the cream.

Stir in the grits and ½ teaspoon salt. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook the grits according to the package directions. *To make the pumpkin purée, preheat an oven to 400°F. Halve a small pie pumpkin and place the cut sides face down on a baking sheet. Bake for about 45 minutes or until soft.

Remove the seeds and discard. Scoop the pulp from the pumpkin halves and transfer to a food processor. Process until smooth.

Sous Vide Caramel Apple “Pie” Apples 4 small Granny Smith apples, cored (not peeled) 2 Tablespoons lemon juice 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter, softened ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon 4 teaspoons light brown sugar Caramel Sauce 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk Pecan Crumble Topping ½ cup all-purpose flour ¼ cup plus 1 Tablespoon light brown sugar 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon 3 Tablespoons chilled unsalted butter ½ cup chopped pecans Vanilla ice cream, optional, for serving

Fill with water and set sous vide cooker to 183°F. To make the caramel sauce, pour the condensed milk into a small (quart) cooking pouch or reseal able bag, evacuate as much air as possible from the pouch with your hands, and seal.

Submerge the pouch in the water bath and cook for 6 ½ hours or even overnight. If not using right away, quick chill the pouch in an ice water bath and refrigerate.

inside of each apple and stuffing it well.

Put apples, 2 per pouch, into small (quart) pouches or reseal able bags and vacuum seal tightly.

Submerge the pouches in the water bath, being sure the apples remain fully beneath the water surface throughout cooking, and cook for 1 ½ hours.

Reheat the caramel sauce in its pouch alongside the apples in the last half hour of cooking.

To cook the apples, pour ½ Tablespoon of the lemon juice into the middle of each cored apple, swirling to coat the inside of the apple.

Meanwhile, preheat an oven to 350°F. To prepare the topping, mix the flour, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon together in a small bowl.

In a small bowl, combine the butter, cinnamon and brown sugar.

Using two forks or a pastry cutter, cut the butter into the flour mixture until the mixture resembles wet sand. Stir in the pecans.

Divide the butter mixture evenly among the apples, rubbing the mixture all around the WHITNEY MILLER

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Pour the crumble mixture on a baking sheet and bake for 17 minutes or until golden brown.

To serve, transfer the apples from the pouch to dessert bowls, top each with a few spoonfuls of the pecan crumble topping, and drizzle with the caramel sauce. If desired, serve with a scoop of ice cream.

Serves 4

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over seeded; both fescue and the warm season grasses just need to be fed a good fall fertilizer. I try to get mine completed by mid-September, because by mid-October I want the new sprigs of fescue dark green with the mowing lines striped looking like a golf green when football season starts. That’s when it’s time to pull the flat screen out on the deck, put a fire in the pit and invite friends over to watch football!

Football means entertaining! Tailgate or backyard, you need to put on a spread that rivals the best brunches in Nashville. For me, putting some kind of meat on the grill is a must. You want your guy friends to ask you “How you did it?” or “What do you put in it to get that flavor?” - which makes a grill master feel, well kinda proud! Being a Southern Gentleman, you also need to consider the ladies. They don’t want to grab a rib or pile on some pork and look like cavewomen... they graze. So, to accommodate, you need to also to consider fruit, salads and cheese assortments, something that the ladies would appreciate.

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I’ve never been asked to write. Not a book, article or even a greeting card… although greeting cards could be entertaining. So, here I go on a new adventure using a keyboard to record my thoughts and observations, not necessarily true or reliable!

In 1995, I moved my wife and two daughters to Franklin with the acquisition of Flower Power Garden Center, among other landscape industry distribution businesses across the state. The original goal was to move to Franklin, get the business up and running and move back to Atlanta. Within the first six months we knew this was the best place to raise a family! Fast forward to 2006, we sold the nursery business, bought into an insurance agency with my neighbor and buddy in Cool Springs, International Insurance Brokerage.

I served for ten years on the Franklin Historic Zoning Commission, I was on the Board of Historic Carnton Plantation and now serve on the Board of the Battle of Franklin Trust. Both daughters grew up in Franklin, went to THE University of Tennessee and currently live and work in downtown Nashville. My wife Bess and I still are proud members of the Franklin community and couldn’t see us living anywhere else!

October for a Southern Gentleman is a great month with much to do. Football, tailgating, bourbon, putting seersucker away and pulling out the sweaters, over-seeding the lawn, digging up fried summer plants, planting fall annuals, festivals, etc… is there really time to enjoy it all?

Pace yourself - it’s the key!

To me, a Southern Gentleman takes pride in himself, in his appearance, appearance of his home, yard, cars, and so on. So, after a hot dry summer, the first place to start is that yard. The spring flower beds, by now, need to be replaced by fresh fall annuals. Fescue yards need to be aerated and 68 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | OCTOBER 2017

All this eating is going to make friends thirsty, so you also need fall craft beer, wine and of course, bourbon! Williamson County is blessed for many reasons, but blessings that I most enjoy are the wealth of breweries, distilleries and wineries we have. Recently, a Masters & Makers Trail was established to highlight a few of the local establishments in our community. The places on this list are all centrally located in Williamson County and I can personally vouch that the proprietors of all these establishments are absolutely Southern Gentlemen!

If you want to start on the south end of the list, Arrington Vineyards is beautiful this time of year, harvest has been completed and music is in the air.

Kip and Chase really create some magic juice with those grapes! You also have H Clark Distillery which is the first legal distillery in more than 100 years in Williamson County! Heath Clark is the proprietor and a great guy. Tell him you want to try some of his Tennessee Black & Tan. Leiper’s Fork Distillery is educational in addition to a great destination point to take out of town guests. Try to get a tour with “Pops” - he’s really entertaining.

They’ve moved and reassembled a beautiful cabin with a tasting room to enjoy their products after the tour. Mill Creek Brewing in Nolensville is a laid back 27,000 square foot brewery that Chris Going established and, pardon the pun, Chris has it “going on”! While there, try the Silo Farmhouse Ale which one of the standards and about this time of year they have a Coffee Oatmeal Stout called the Wishing Well. Last on the Trail is Mantra Artisan Ales; they have the largest selection of beers made by a single brewer I’ve seen. If you like unique beers, stop in and see Brew Master Chad or the “Big Cheese” Mark and tell them I sent you! My favorite there is the Battleground Farmhouse Ale. The logo on the bottle is the back porch of Carnton Plantation. Check out the Visit Franklin website for “Masters & Makers Trail.” If you’re visiting from out of town, it’s a great way to see some our beautiful countryside. If you’re Williamson County local, your out of town guests will really enjoy it!

I think we’ve covered most of my fall to do list. Please get out and enjoy this weather and beautiful county! We have many great hard working Southern Gentlemen who deserve to relax. And remember - pace yourself!

TIM KEARNS

A Southern Gentleman Is...

Tim is a Williamson County business owner who lives, works and plays all within the county limits. He has been a triathlete for thirty-three years and married to Bess Kearns for thirty-two years. All of his commitments are for the long haul!

SOCIAL | Fork Fest Photography by K. York Fork Fest held their annual Labor Day music festival at the Lawn Chair Theatre in historic Leipers Fork. The festival has become the place to be on this holiday weekend to enjoy good music, good food and fun. Guests brought lawn chairs or blankets, and some brought man’s best friend.

Food and beverages were on hand from Puckett’s and area food trucks. This year’s early arrival of fall weather contributed to making it the perfect evening to kick back and listen to the amazing entertainment of ScriptKiddie and the legendary Sam Bush Band. For more information about events in Leipers Fork, go to visitfranklin.com.

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Furry Philanthropy MARS PETCARE GIVES BACK TO OUR FURRY FRIENDS

BY ANNA ROBERTSON HAM

Mars Petcare has their headquarters in Williamson County. Many may be familiar with the business, as they provide numerous brands of pet food and treats on the market today. But you may not be aware of the many other things they do. We learned more from Jam Stewart, Mars Petcare Director of Corporate Communications, who shares with you all about not only the business, but the philanthropic philosophy they have.

TELL US ABOUT MARS PETCARE. JAM: At Mars Petcare, we’re pet people.

In fact, we’re more than 45,000 Associates strong, working across the U.S. to bring you brands like PEDIGREE®, IAMS®, CESAR®, NUTRO®, Greenies™ and TEMPTATIONS® – brands that you know and trust - and good food that your pets will come running for when it hits their bowls. Our US Headquarters is located here in Franklin, and we have been in Williamson County for more than a decade. Our portfolio includes specialty brands like Wisdom Panel® Canine Breed Detection Tests, Whistle GPS Pet Tracker, the WALTHAM Centre for Pet Nutrition®, a leading scientific authority on pet nutrition and wellbeing, as well as Fishcare and Horsecare products. Mars Petcare has more than 70,000 Associates worldwide. Beyond the bowl, we’re making A Better World for Pets® in everything we do.

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passion for pets is rooted in our history as part of Mars, Incorporated, a private, familyowned business with a legacy of producing some of the best-loved brands in the world.

From M&M’S® to SNICKERS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT® and UNCLE BEN’S®. We work every day to be a forward-thinking company, a responsible citizen in the world and our communities, and a great place to work. And as pets play an ever increasing role in our lives, the petcare category is one that continues to grow. Mars Petcare is passionate about evolving with the category to ensure that we’re providing pet parents with all the resources they need to care for their pets.

WHAT IS THE MISSION AND PHILOSOPHY OF MARS? JAM: At Mars Petcare, we believe that the best people in the world are pet people and we believe that the best places in the world are pet friendly. Pets make our world healthier and safer and make neighborhoods feel more connected – which is why it’s our purpose to create A Better World for Pets®.

Pets do so much for us but, unfortunately, they can’t advocate for themselves. So, we help to be the voice for pets and pet owners which means happier, healthier lives for both people and pets. Our signature program launched in Middle Tennessee this year, BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™, was created to help communities become more petfriendly. We bring the voice of pets and their owners to places of influence, advocating for fewer pets in shelters, more pet-friendly places, and happier, healthier lives for both people and pets.

WHAT ORGANIZATIONS DOES MARS GIVE BACK TO ANNUALLY? JAM: We give back to a number of organizations that help people and pets each year. Our Associates also give their time, skills and passion to improve the world around them as part of two signature volunteer programs - Mars Ambassador Program (MAP) and Mars Volunteer Program (MVP).

In 2016, more than 4,500 Associates gave almost 17,000 volunteer hours to help more than 43,000 pets. We’re also proud of our PEDIGREE Foundation, which is working to find a solution to the problem of the millions of homeless dogs in this country. Through our grant programs, we support organizations that save the lives of dogs that would otherwise be lost. We’ve also been working with GreaterGood, our nonprofit partner whose mission focuses on providing care and feeding of rescued animals in shelters and sanctuaries, and addressing the root causes of their conditions. Through GreaterGood’s Rescue Bank program, we’re able to provide food to animals in shelters around the country, and through Rescue Rebuild, we help to revitalize, refurbish and repair shelters to ensure they are warm and welcoming for animals during their stays. Here in Williamson County, we regularly work with Williamson County Animal Center, as well as nearby Metro Animal Care & Control and Nashville Humane Association.

WHAT EVENTS DOES MARS HOST? JAM: Mars Petcare hosts a number of community and volunteer events annually, but we’re particularly proud of our work in Middle Tennessee, like our annual Adoption Weekend and “Run for Rescue” race sponsorships. One of our signature local events is our annual Adoption Weekend, part of our BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ program – during which Mars Petcare covers adoption fees for all pets adopted at Nashville Humane Association, Williamson County Animal Center, and Metro Animal Care and Control. More than 570 pets were

adopted into loving homes during the last two adoption weekends. The Run for Rescue team from Mars Petcare has run in several recent races in Nashville with the goal of raising awareness and funds to support the PEDIGREE® Foundation grant program – of which all proceeds go to help shelter and rescues. The Run for Rescue team’s fundraising and race activities build on a longstanding commitment to helping put as many pets as possible in loving homes, and funds raised by the Mars Petcare Associates allow the PEDIGREE® Foundation to help more than four million dogs who enter shelters each year find lasting, loving homes. We also sponsor two dog parks in Franklin, one in Brentwood and one in Thompson’s Station.

WHAT ARE THE BIGGEST NEEDS IN OUR COMMUNITY? JAM: We know that pets make life better, but we also recognize the barriers to making communities pet-friendly. Lack of education around responsible pet ownership (for both pet owners and non-pet owners alike),

overpopulated shelters, outdated laws that keep pets out of public places, and bans on sizes and breeds accepted in housing developments are just a few.

It’s not always easy to welcome pets everywhere we’d like to – so we’re setting out to change that with our program BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™, which aspires to build truly “pawsome” communities by supporting shelters, homes, businesses and parks. We’re doing this by creating a model to help cities become more pet friendly, starting in our hometown of Middle Tennessee, where we’re rolling out programming and policies that support pets. We launched BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ this year in Franklin, where in partnership with the Downtown

Franklin Association, the City of Franklin, the Nashville Civic Design Center, the Williamson County Animal Center and the Williamson County Convention & Visitors Bureau, more than ninety local businesses will open their doors (or their patios) to more four-legged friends. This program, “Pets Welcome,” will help us test and evaluate the benefits of having pets in more places – including increasing social connections, a stronger sense of community and even contributing to customer loyalty.

Read more of our interview with Jam Stewart and Mars at yourwilliamson.com. To join the movement and learn more about how to make Williamson County even more petfriendly, visit bettercitiesforpets.com.

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ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL James Herriot Delve into the magical, unforgettable world of James Herriot, the world’s most beloved veterinarian, and his menagerie of heartwarming, funny and tragic animal patients. In All Creatures Great and Small, we meet the young Herriot as he takes up his calling and discovers the realities of veterinary practice in rural Yorkshire are very different from the sterile setting of veterinary school. From seeing to his patients in the depths of winter on the remotest homesteads to dealing with uncooperative owners and critically ill animals, Herriot discovers the wondrous variety and never-ending challenges of veterinary practice as his humor, compassion and love of the animal world shine forth.

WHERE THE RED FERN GROWS Wilson Rawls This work is a beloved classic that captures the powerful bond between man and man’s best friend. Billy has long dreamt of owning not one, but two, dogs. So, when he’s finally able to save up enough money for two pups to call his own - Old Dan and Little Ann - he’s ecstatic. Soon, Billy and his hounds become the finest hunting team in the valley. Stories of their great achievements spread throughout the region, and the combination of Old Dan’s brawn, Little Ann’s brains, and Billy’s sheer will seem unbeatable. But tragedy awaits these determined hunters - now friends - and Billy learns that hope can grow out of despair, and that the seeds of the future can come from the scars of the past.

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CURL UP WITH A BOOK AND YOUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIENDS

BY SHELLY ROBERTSON BIRDSONG

Most of us have a pet - our best buddy. Whether it’s a dog or a cat, man and woman’s best friends inevitably have a place in our hearts reserved only for that special fourlegged loved one. Literature has long paid homage to the pets in our lives.

Here is a sampling of cat and dog stories that will melt your heart and fill your mind with memories of their devotion and love.

OLD YELLER Fred Gipson To read this eloquently simple story of a boy and his dog in the Texas hill country is an unforgettable and deeply moving experience. When his father sets out on a cattle drive for the summer, fourteen-yearold Travis is left to take care of his family and their farm, and he faces new, unanticipated and often perilous responsibilities in the wilderness of early frontier Texas. But Travis is not alone. He finds help and comfort in the courage and unwavering love of the stray animal who comes to be his most loyal and very best friend: the big yellow dog Travis calls “Old Yeller.”

THE CALL OF THE WILD Jack London Considered by many to be London’s greatest novel, The Call of the Wild is a gripping tale of a heroic dog that, thrust into the brutal life of the Alaska Gold Rush, ultimately faces a choice between living in man’s world and returning to nature.

Adventure and dog-story enthusiasts as well as students and devotees of American literature will find this classic work a thrilling, memorable reading experience.

THE TALE OF TOM KITTEN Beatrix Potter This tale is set in the cottage garden Beatrix created herself at Hill Top, the farm she owned near the village of Sawrey. Tom and his sisters look so smart in their new clothes.

When their mother sends them outside while she waits for her visitors, she couldn’t possibly guess what kind of mess they are going to get themselves into! The Tale of Tom Kitten is number eight in Beatrix Potter’s series of twenty-three little books.

DEWEY: THE SMALL-TOWN LIBRARY CAT WHO TOUCHED THE WORLD Brett Witter and Vicki Myron Vicki Myron, new head librarian of Spencer Public Library in Iowa, found a tiny, bedraggled kitten almost frozen to death in the night drop box, and her life - and the town of Spencer - was never the same. Dewey, as the townspeople named the kitten, grew into a strutting, affable library cat whose antics kept patrons in stitches, and whose sixth sense about those in need created hundreds of deep and loving friendships.

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SADDLE UP! ANNOUNCES NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Saddle UP! is pleased to welcome Laurie Kush as their new Executive Director. Laurie is a Nashville native of twenty-five years, and brings a wealth of experience to her position. The thirty-five years of organizational development and conflict management in the academic, nonprofit and corporate sector, a background in Veterinary Hospital Administration, Pet Therapy programs at Vanderbilt Medical Center and Volunteer Management at Vanderbilt, Corporation for National and Community Service, and United Way, as well as an intimate knowledge of children with other abilities make her a perfect partner for the organization. Saddle Up! is the region’s oldest and largest recreational therapeutic riding program and it is the only one exclusively serving children and youth with disabilities. Learn more at saddleupnashville.org.

FIRST CITIZENS NATIONAL BANK RANKS #19 IN BEST BANKS TO WORK FOR IN U.S. For the fifth consecutive year, First Citizens National Bank has been named one of the Best Banks to Work For. First Citizens currently ranks 19th overall for banks across the entire United States. The full list was featured in the September issue of American Banker Magazine and is now available online at www.AmericanBanker.com. The program, which was initiated in 2013 to identify, recognize and honor the best banks to work for in the nation, is a project of American Banker and Best Companies Group. In all, seventy-five banks achieved “Best Bank” status in this fifth year for the program. For more information or to register, visit bestbankstoworkfor.com or call BCG.

YOUNG LOCAL DANCERS TO PERFORM IN NASHVILLE BALLET’S THE SLEEPING BEAUTY Fifteen young dancers from Williamson County have been selected to perform in Nashville Ballet’s The Sleeping Beauty September 23rd and 24th, at TPAC’s Jackson Hall. A total of fifty-eight School of Nashville Ballet students age six to seven years old will be featured in Nashville Ballet’s version of the beloved classic as flower girls and fairy pages. Nashville Ballet’s The Sleeping Beauty will feature the following young dancers from Williamson County: Meredith Barker, Katherine Bess, Annie Cooper, Charlie Cruz, Lily Gilbert, Chloe “Coco” Graham, Samantha Li, Lawson Looney, Lily Reese Looney, Claire Markham, Maia Nottidge, Edythe Sterling, Laura Walus, Riley West, and Kelsie Wiegman. Members of The Sleeping Beauty youth cast come from seven counties in Middle Tennessee - Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Montgomery, Rutherford, Sumner and Williamson. The youth cast will perform alongside all fifty three members of Nashville Ballet’s professional company and second company as well as sixty musicians from the Nashville Symphony.

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NEW HOPE ACADEMY NAMES UPPER SCHOOL IN HONOR OF LATE COLLEGE AND OLYMPIC COACH ED TEMPLE In honor of the late Tennessee State Track and Field coach Ed Temple, New Hope Academy will re-name its fifth and sixth grade area The Coach Edward S. Temple Upper School Wing. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held at the school September 27th. Temple was head women’s track and field coach at Tennessee State University for forty-four years. He was also head coach of the United States Olympic Women’s Track and Field Team twice, in 1960 and 1964, and assistant coach in 1980. His teams’ athletic successes were legendary, but it was his success in instilling his love of education in his athletes that sets him apart. All of his Tigerbelles graduated from college and most of them received masters’ degrees or doctorates. His love of education ultimately drew him to Franklin’s New Hope Academy. In 2009, Coach Temple began coming to the school every year to meet and talk with students. Coach Temple loved that New Hope Academy is intentional about having all races, socioeconomic groups and cultures at the school. New Hope Academy opened its doors in 1996 when a Williamson County church became the catalyst for lasting change in the low-income neighborhoods of Franklin. Over 200 elementary school children from families of all races, economic brackets, and cultures learn, love and live together in an environment that extends acceptance, hope and an exceptional Christ-centered education to every child. New Hope Academy reserves 50 percent of its seats for low-income children, and raises more than $1 million annually to provide scholarships to those students.

GROWTH, GAINS AND GOOD NEWS IN WILLIAMSON COUNTY SCHOOLS Good things are happening in Williamson County.

That’s what Superintendent Dr. Mike Looney told Williamson County residents on September 27th. WCS students continue to amaze through their academic achievements. After the class of 2016 broke records with a total average composite ACT score of 24.7, the class of 2017 took it a step further with a projected average composite score of 25.2.

Tennessee Commissioner of Education Candice McQueen confirmed the projection. Advanced Placement (AP) exam scores also continue to rise, Looney said. “We have more students passing AP exams than ever before,” he said. “This is a critical piece to our success story, because the more we expose our students to rigorous curriculum, the higher the likelihood of them being successful after high school.”

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BUSINESS | The Scoop The Scoop continued HERITAGE FOUNDATION OF FRANKLIN AND WILLIAMSON COUNTY HIRES DIRECTOR OF PRESERVATION The Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County has hired Annabeth Hayes as director of preservation. Hayes will assist the Heritage Foundation in efforts of preservation throughout Williamson County, along with education and advocacy for the non-profit organization. Hayes joins the Heritage Foundation after working on an architectural preservation project with the Grainger Department of Architectural Preservation at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. Prior to her work with Colonial Williamsburg, she served as a graduate research assistant at the MTSU Center for Historic Preservation, working alongside historian Dr. Carroll Van West on local history exhibits and historic preservation projects from Memphis to Chattanooga, African American neighborhood projects in Alabama and North Carolina and a history and heritage plan for Rockdale Plantation located on the Trail of Tears in Georgia. Prior to her professional experience, Hayes earned her B.A. in history from Rhodes College and completed the 2017 Summer Institute in Southern History and Culture at the Museum of Early American Decorative Arts in Salem, North Carolina. She is completing her M.A. degree in public history with a concentration in historic preservation at Middle Tennessee State University under the direction of Dr. Carroll Van West. For more information on the Heritage Foundation, visit historicfranklin.com.

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The custom playhouse will be given to one lucky winner at CASA’s sixth annual playhouse raffle on Saturday, October 28th, which is one of the organization’s largest annual fundraisers.

All proceeds from raffle tickets help to provide children with safe and permanent homes. This year’s fifty-square-foot playhouse was custom built by Franklin Firefighters’ Charities and inspired by HGTV “Fixer Upper” stars Chip and Joanna Gaines. The one-of-a-kind structure features a copper colored standing seam metal roof, exposed beam ceiling and Southern style front porch. Fully wired and air conditioned, the interior is designed by local artist Nicole Spining. Materials for the project were donated by Harpeth True Value Hardware, Huskey Truss, Southern Quality Electric, Ford Roofing and Charlie Irwin Painting.

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SOCIAL | Carlock Motorcars Grand Opening Photography by K. York The red carpet was rolled out for the grand opening of Carlock Motorcars Nashville. It was a luxurious celebration to introduce Aston Martin, Alfa Romeo, Bentley, Lotus, Maserati and Rolls Royce to the community. Guests mingled amidst the world’s most exclusive automobiles while enjoying exquisite foods, champagne and great music. For more information on Carlock Automotive Group, visit musiccitymotorcars.com.

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THE NATCHEZ TRACE PARKWAY

BY CATHERINE ROYKA

Your next fall day or weekend trip is just a drive away.

There’s no better place to be this autumn than the Natchez Trace Parkway. This incredibly scenic and historic stretch of 444-mile road attracts cyclists, campers, hikers, history enthusiasts, photographers and travelers alike, to take in the beauty and rich history. The Parkway stretches from Tennessee, with a quick dip through Alabama and then into Mississippi.

If you aren’t familiar, the Parkway roughly follows the “Old Natchez Trace,” a historical travel corridor previously used by American Indians, “Kaintucks” (boatmen who floated merchandise down the Ohio and Mississippi rivers), European settlers, slave traders, soldiers and even future presidents.

HISTORY & NOTABLE STOPS The Natchez Trace Parkway was established as a unit of the National Park Service in 1938, but the rich history began years before this. The Natchez Trace was a significant location for events throughout history, ranging from key spots from the War of 1812, Civil War, historic homeland territory for the Chickasaw, the Choctaw tribe and much more. We could fill the entire magazine with all the notable places and the history behind the trace, but we will keep it brief so you can discover the other places for yourself!

“There’s a story for everybody here,” says Andy Danneker, Park Ranger (Interpretation) for the Natchez Trace Parkway.

“Along the Parkway, there is history about the American Indians, Indian removal, the War of 1812, Andrew Jackson, The Trail of Tears, various cities along the Parkway were home to important Civil Rights movements. Along the Trace, you can find something that interests you.”

The Colbert Ferry hits around milepost 327.3 and is a prominent location site in history. Andrew Jackson would have crossed over during the early days of The War of 1812 and it was a historic route for the Trail of Tears. Today, there is a bridge over the Tennessee River.

Meriweather Lewis, of the Lewis & Clark expedition, died along the Parkway as he was making his way to Washington to defend several bills from his expedition travels. The site is at milepost 385.9, where you can see a memorial to Lewis, an information cabin to learn more, a campsite and hiking access.

“The National Parks are for everyone.

No matter what you do, how much money you have, the parks belong to everyone. When you get here, you focus on the here and now and take in what is around you.”

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For those interested in the Civil War, you might enjoy the Tupelo National Battlefield and Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield, both close to Tupelo, Mississippi.

To learn more about the rich legacy of American Indian cultural achievements, visit the seven mound groups located along the Natchez Trace Parkway (all in Mississippi). These mounds reflect the diverse and prehistoric Indian groups

ACTIVITIES & HIDDEN GEMS Scenic overlooks, lakes, rivers, beautiful sites and history are basically everywhere you look! There is no shortage of activities along the Parkway. Between cycling, running, horseback riding, fishing, hiking, walking the trails and camping, there is definitely a little something for everyone. Hiking and walking trails are ample, varying from short half mile walks to a couple miles - a perfect range for any hiker.

October is the peak month for cyclists along the parkway, with cooler weather and the opportunity to see the fall foliage. If you are driving out on the Parkway, please be mindful of the cyclists out there - bikes are allowed a full lane on the road, you may pass cyclists on the opposite lane when safe!

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There is a total of three campgrounds directly along the Parkway, and all are free and first come first serve. The three campgrounds are Rocky Springs (milepost 54.8), Jeff Busby (milepost 193.1) and Meriweather Lewis (milepost 385.9). These sites range from eighteen to thirty-two camping sites with hiking accessibility, water and restrooms.

For a scenic walk by water, the Ross Barnett Reservoir parallels the parkway for about eight miles as you are driving from Jackson to Tupelo. Walk from the West Florida Boundary (milepost 107.9) or enjoy views from the Reservoir Overlook (milepost 105.6). Another interesting stop along that drive is Cypress Swamp (milepost 122), with a self-guiding trail through a water tupelo/bald cypress swamp. You could be the lucky visitor that spots an alligator through this half mile boardwalk trail.

If you are looking for a tranquil and peaceful spot past the Meriweather Lewis site, Andy recommends stopping at Metal Ford. It is the perfect hidden gem for a place to stop for lunch and enjoy a picnic (south of Meriweather Lewis site).

FALL COLORS According to Andy, the best places to see fall foliage is the Highland Rim section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail that stretches from milepost 407.9 to 427.6 and the Old Trace Drive, milepost 375.8. The Old Trace Drive is about ten miles south of the Meriweather Lewis Site, and is a two-and-a-half-mile one-way drive along the Old Natchez Trace (this area is not accessible

by RVs or trailers). If you are looking for more time to appreciate the fall colors, a day hike along the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail from the Old Town Overlook Trailhead (milepost 263.9) or the Beech Springs Trailhead (milepost 266) will be a rewarding experience.

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The Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center, located at milepost 266, offers passersby the opportunity to talk with a park ranger, view an orientation film and see interpretive displays about the natural and cultural history of the trace.

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that made their homes in Mississippi, with the bountiful wildlife, warm climate and fertile soil, for thousands of years before the first Europeans and Africans arrived. These mounds are the most prominent remains left on the landscape by these native peoples of Mississippi.

VOLUNTEER It is a great privilege to have this parkway at our fingertips and opportunity to enjoy the parkway and all its amenities. The dedicated volunteers and team members of the National Park Service strive to make this enjoyable for all. Volunteer opportunities are available short or long term, ranging from assisting a couple days a week or helping with single day trail events through the Natchez Trace Parkway Association (active throughout Tennessee, Mississippi and Alabama). If you are interested in giving back and volunteering at the Natchez Trace Parkway or another park, visit volunteer.gov to see what volunteer opportunities are available. For additional information about the Natchez Trace Parkway, please visit nps.gov/natr.

Now, get started on your National Park adventure!

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COMMUNITY | Days Gone By

A VISIT TO OLD CITY CEMETERY

FRANKLIN’S HALLOWED GROUND

BY RICK WARWICK

According to the Christian calendar, October 31st (Halloween) and November 1st (All Saints’ Day), are observed as special days to remember the dead. So instead of writing on ghosts, goblins and haunts - I would prefer to introduce you to our beautiful Old City Cemetery, located on 4th Avenue North and North Margin Street.

A couple months before his death in 1811, Joel Parrish sold to the town of Franklin, two acres for a city cemetery at a cost of one hundred dollars. Interred here are truly Franklin’s founders, covering a period from 1811 to 1933. It is believed that at least four Revolutionary patriots are buried here, along with veterans of the War of 1812 and the Mexican War. Recognition should be given to the Old Glory Chapter of the Dauthers of the American Revolution for the beautiful stone pillars and iron gate at the entrance, donated in 1916.

Sadly, since many of the descendants of the early citizens of

Franklin no longer live here, the cemetery was neglected for years. Vandals, time and weather have wreaked havoc upon this sacred ground. Thankfully, in recent years, Franklin City Parks Department has taken up the mantle as champion, by carefully mowing the grass. Plans are being made to restore and preserve the ancient gravestones.

Community support for carrying out this expensive project will be paramount.

Financial support from the public and

private sectors will be a must.

As you enter the cemetery, you will notice the earliest gravestones are nearer the front gates. Though difficult to read, notice should be given to the different forms of gravestones such as stone-box monuments, obelisks, regular tombstones, stone-trees and, my favorite, the Cody family Mickey Mouseeared gravestones. See how many carved motifs as symbols of death and rebirth, such as shells, willow trees, lambs, broken tree stumps and circles, you can find.

Visitors should seek-out the most recognizable families among the markers. I recommend the following: Ewin Cameron, Franklin’s first citizen and noted builder of its first house in

1798; The Fountain Branch Carter family members buried in a row along the northwest fence line; Dr. Daniel McPhail, who died in the Mexican War and was returned to Franklin in a barrel of whiskey and rests under the enormous pecan tree; Michael Cody, Jr., killed in the riot of 1867, may be found under the Mickey Mouse-eared tombstone; William O’Neil Perkins, Speaker of the Tennessee Senate and House and Williamson County Judge, is distinguished by the stone-tree stump monument; The Irish immigrant families of Hugh Dempsey, John and David Dwyer and Michael Doyle, who represent the first Catholic families in Franklin, are buried with the noticeable cross and IHS initials upon their gravestones.

buried. Yes, African Americans were buried in this section of the cemetery before Toussaint L’Ouverture Cemetery was established in 1884. In the far north end of the cemetery, where few gravestones are found today, is the resting place for many African Americans, who also called Franklin home.

I hope you take up my offer to visit the Old City Cemetery soon. I have found it an excellent opportunity to teach students and adults about the early citizens of Franklin. Please be respectful, don’t litter or deface the gravestones. We all should claim ownership of our city’s hallowed landmark.

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Please don’t overlook the humble gravestones in the eastern section, among the pine trees, where the families of Hale and Charity Brown, Jesse and Anarchy Cowles, and Harvey and Phebey Otey are LCB-092-Your_Williamson-half_page-9x5.3125-General.pdf 5 5/1/17 11:14 AM

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Halloween Costumes of 2017 It’s time to get in the spirit of Halloween and decide what alter – ego you or your child are going to be! Halloween costumes can be fun, festive, frightening or iconic. Here is a list of the personas you may find wandering down your street this Halloween.

1. Pennywise From “It”

Not that we needed any more killer clowns on the loose, but Pennywise from Stephen King’s “It” will likely be a popular costume this Halloween, thanks to the 2017 film adaptation currently breaking boxoffice records.

2. Donald Trump

Make Halloween great again and dress up as our current president. All you’ll need is a black suit, a disheveled blonde wig and his staple red hat and your Halloween costume will be HUGE.

3. Belle From “Beauty and The Beast”

This Disney princess’s famous yellow ball gown is a tale as old as time.

4. Pregnant Beyonce

Channel your inner Queen Bey by recreating the pop star’s iconic pregnancy announcement from February.

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5. Hugh Hefner and Playboy Bunnies

With the recent passing of Hugh Hefner, many fans will want to pay tribute to the legendary businessman and original playboy this Halloween.

6. Wonder Woman

The modern and feminist Wonder Woman costume will be a big hit considering that the adaptation of the superhero comic book character was released in June.

7. Spider-Man

Our spidey senses are indicating that Spider-Man costumes will definitely be on trend this Halloween since “Spider-Man: Homecoming” was released in June.

8. Zombie Taylor Swift

Look what you made us do, Taylor! No sense in being the old Taylor Swift this Halloween, because she’s dead... in the release of her new music video for “Look What You Made Me Do,” anyway.

9. The Handmaid’s Tale

2017 proved that The Handmaid’s Tale isn’t just excellent reading material in the form of Margaret Atwood’s dystopian novel — it also makes for an incredible viewing experience.

10. Jon Snow and Daenerys Targaryen

The night of the Game of Thrones season seven finale, you could find the majority of the internet screaming something along the lines of: “OH MY GOD, OH MY GOD, IT FINALLY HAPPENED!” That’s because fan-favorite contenders for the Iron Throne, Jon Snow and Daenerys Targaryen finally became a couple – perfect for your Halloween couple costume!

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Top Haunts

Need to get your fright on this season? Here is a list of some of the most haunted places found around the world. Look them up to learn about their spooky past.

Or, better yet, plan a visit to see them in person.

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2. EASTERN STATE PENITENTIARY Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 3. EDINBURGH CASTLE Edinburgh, Scotland

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4. GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD Gettysburg, Pennsylvania 5. ISLAND OF THE DOLLS Xochimilco, Mexico

6. LIZZIE BORDEN BED & BREAKFAST Fall River, Massachusetts 7. THE STANLEY HOTEL Estes Park, Colorado

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8. TRANS-ALLEGHENY LUNATIC ASYLUM Weston, West Virginia 9. WEST VIRGINIA STATE PENITENTIARY Moundsville, West Virginia

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COMMUNITY | In Your Backyard

Gentry’s Farm

A FALL TRADITION

BY ANNA ROBERTSON HAM

I don’t know about everyone else, but this is my favorite time of year. I absolutely love the autumn season. The colors changing, the temps lowering and the smell in the air - that smell of fall. All of these things just get you geared up for the holidays! There is something nostalgic about it. That feeling you get as a kid when the holidays roll around and you know there are so many fun happenings around the corner. . . Halloween, Thanksgiving and then Christmas.

Once September ends and October begins, I can’t wait to get my fall and Halloween décor out and placed throughout the home. I also love when I see the first batches of pumpkins and mums throughout the community.

You can buy them almost everywhere, but there is something said about having a tradition in this area. I grew up with the tradition of going to Earl’s Fruit Stand with my family to pick our pumpkins. We would do the whole shebang - visit the animals and that GIANT pig in the barnyard area, walk the path of painted pumpkins with famous faces like Dolly Parton or the current President, do the hay bale maze, and then go pick our pumpkins out.

The excitement would build to see who had the biggest pumpkin as they would place it on the scale to weigh it and determine cost. After Earl’s, we would head over to Dotson’s to eat. This day was a yearly, family tradition and part of my entire youth.

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Since Earl’s is no longer, families had to seek out a new way of creating this special pumpkin picking tradition. Luckily, we have an incredible experience right here in Williamson County. Gentry’s Farm is located just off New Highway 96 West, minutes from downtown Franklin, and they are the place to go for your families’ fall activities. Offering huge pumpkin patches, where you can pick your own pumpkins, to already picked pumpkins for easier “picking,” to a corn maze, to the barnyard with a petting zoo of farm animals, to kids’ activities and hayrides and numerous

photo opportunities - Gentry’s Farm covers all of the bases for a family fun tradition.

The Gentry Farm has been owned by the same family since 1848 and, today, the fifth and sixth generations continue the tradition. Over twenty-five years ago, Allen and Cindy Gentry started hosting educational field trips for local school children and within a few years started opening on the weekends so families could enjoy the fall activities. “We love seeing a child’s eyes widen with excitement when they come face-to-face with a turkey or chicken, as well as generations of families enjoying a day on the farm making memories for a lifetime,” says Cindy.

Gentry’s Farm maintains full operation during the other months of the year, raising Angus beef cattle and growing hay.

They also offer programs and day camps during the summer.

But I suggest you go this month to experience their fall season offerings! Whether you have never been or you have visited numerous times over the years, Gentry’s Farm seems to offer something new every time you pull into the drive. You get to enjoy a piece of this family owned, gorgeous farmland and make memories. If you do not have a fall tradition, it’s time to start one. . . and Gentry’s Farm is a good place to start.

Gentry’s Farm is open for the fall season to the public on weekends only from September 30th through October 30th, on Saturday from 9am to 5pm and Sunday 1pm to 5pm. It’s important to remember and plan at least one to two hours to enjoy all that the farm has to offer and that last admission is at 4:15pm to the activity area and no admission will be allowed after 4:15pm. The farm closes promptly at 5pm. Visit gentryfarm.com for more information.

Gentry’s Farm 1974 New Highway 96 West | Franklin,TN 37064 615.794.4368 | gentryfarm.com

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A Reason to Get a Family Pet MORE THAN A FURRY FRIEND - PETS CAN TEACH CHILDREN RESPONSIBILITY

BY GINGER JONES

There are probably a lot of reasons why you don’t want to get your kids a pet. A dog is a lot of work, maybe you don’t like cats, you’re thinking of the mess, the list goes on and on. However, if you do decide that a furry little addition is right for your family (because of the unconditional love and all the fun they bring), here’s how to make sure having a pet isn’t a burden - but something that teaches your kids how to be more responsible.

When your kids are really little, they might not be able to do the dog chores themselves. Instead, have them assist you with things that go into taking care of a pet. Let them help when you fill the water dish, or make it their job to notice when the water dish needs to be filled. They could also help you brush the dog, or you could get a childsized brush for them to use and remind them to brush gently. Before you get the dog, let them in on the fun by having them help pick names, or the color of the collar, or even what they want the dog bed to look like - the more involved they are, the more invested they’ll be!

If your children are older, there’s much more they can do to help out with a dog, and this teaches them even more about being responsible and caring for someone other than themselves. It could be their job to feed the dog once or twice a day, walk the dog, or let it out before school. They can be in charge of rounding up all the dog toys 88 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | OCTOBER 2017

at the end of each day, or exercising with the dog in the backyard by playing fetch or running around. Some of these chores are more fun than others. I’d much rather play fetch with my dog than pick up after it! So, make sure you mix the chores up so one child isn’t getting all the ‘boring’ ones while the other has all the fun.

Has your child missed a chore? That’s okay - every child makes mistakes, and ultimately, it is still an adult’s responsibility to make sure a pet is properly cared for.

You can allow these slip ups to be teaching moments, too! Ask your son or daughter why they missed walking the dog or picking up after it, and then ask how they think the pet feels about it. Do they think the dog was sad to miss the walk, or hungry after not being fed on time? How would they feel, in that situation? Remind them that they can speak up for themselves - it’s harder for a pet to do so. Together, you can come up with a plan of how you will do better next time. As Cheryl Orletsky, trainer and founder of Holiday Pet Care, says, “We as parents must be willing to teach, and often the way children learn is by example. The parents must be willing to show what the proper care of a dog entails, and then lovingly remind them over and over again, partly in words, but often accompanied by stepping in to ensure proper care is maintained.”

However you decide to hand out responsibilities, you can be sure that taking care of a dog (or cat, or ferret, or teacup pig…) will not only teach your child about responsibility, but about compassion and love, as well. What’s not to love about that?

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COMMUNITY | Your Education

A WORLD OF POSSIBILITIES

BY ANNIE OSTEEN

An upcoming unique event held at the Williamson County Agricultural Expo Park each fall, is the World of Possibilities Career Exploration Day. This day was created sixteen years ago for eighth graders in our two school districts, Franklin Special School District and Williamson County Schools.

The premise behind it is to give these young teenagers a closer look at some of the most distinctive careers that are out in the world waiting for them.

This year, the sixteenth annual World of Possibilities Career Exploration Day will be held on Thursday, November 9th from 8:30am to 2:30pm. The purpose of Career Day is to have local businesses and professional community leaders give students the opportunity to explore the world of work in relationship to student’s individual interest, skills, work ethic and post-secondary choices. This year’s career day expo is expected to have approximately 3,200 eighth graders in attendance.

School counselors, in the two Williamson County School Districts, coordinate at the school level to ensure that each eighth-grade student receive a career assessment to better prepare them for their Career Exploration Day. Students will then take their career assessment results and identify three career role models they want to interview, as well as 2 CCTE (college, career and technical education) programs.

The Career Day is set up in a way that allows students to interview three to five career role models throughout the day. The majority of the career role model interviews will be with professionals in career area in which the student has shown an interest. The students are also encouraged to conduct interviews with professionals in career areas in which the student is not particularly interested or knows little about the field in order to expand their circle of possibilities.

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provide an activity within their booth that will help that particular career “come alive.”

Examples may include dressing in “uniform,” demonstrating tools or instruments’ and computer software/programs.

One Williamson County business, The Farm at Natchez Trace, has been in attendance in the past and will be at the Career Day Expo again in November. Hannah Ward,

The Farm at Natchez Trace’s Community Relations and Event Coordinator, stated, “For students, it provides an early opportunity to think about their future and see what is available in their immediate community. We hire older high-school and college-age students for the summer and winter holidays and Career Day also helps spotlight a great part-time job for an animalloving student!”

With an improved understanding of the working world, young people can more easily envision how they would integrate into that world. Knowing the foundation that will need to be in place for specific careers, participants also become better able

to set realistic objectives for themselves while aspiring to meet those goals. Students who are involved in career exploration are more inclined to plan their high school courses of study prudently to gain the skills that they will fundamentally need. Students genuinely engaging in career exploration programs as middle-schoolers are also more likely to enroll in higher level math courses in high school.

Ultimately, career exploration improves students’ knowledge of the many career options that they may or may not have originally sought as an option. It encourages these teenagers to develop and work toward goals during the critical years when they are also beginning to venture beyond the influence of their parents’ opinions and suggestions.

ANNIE OSTEEN

Your Williamson Community Writer Annie lives in Franklin with her husband and children. When she’s not writing, she’s busy volunteering in her children’s schools or cheering on her beloved Florida State Seminoles.

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CITY OF BRENTWOOD SHOWS SUPPORT FOR BRENTWOOD SCHOOLS Continuing a thirty-two-year tradition, the Brentwood City Commission donated $225,000 to support public schools in the Brentwood area for the 2017-18 school year. The donation was presented at the commission’s August meeting and will be distributed among Brentwood High, Ravenwood High, Brentwood Middle, Sunset Middle, Woodland Middle, Crockett Elementary, Edmondson Elementary, Kenrose Elementary, Lipscomb Elementary, Scales Elementary and Sunset Elementary schools to use as needed. “The City of Brentwood has long understood the importance of public schools to the quality of life in our community,” says Brentwood City Mayor Jill Burgin. “In recognition of that, the city sets aside money each year to donate to schools that serve Brentwood residents.”

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS OUTPERFORM STATE ON END OF COURSE EXAMS Results from the TNReady End of Course exams (EOC) show that WCS high school students are outperforming their peers around the state. The EOC exams are a part of Every Student Succeeds Act, a replacement to the No Child Left Behind Act to measure the growth of a student throughout the year. WCS students participated in nine EOC exams: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, English I, English II, English III, Bio I, Chemistry I and U.S. History. On each exam, the percentage of WCS students who scored on-track was more than twenty percent higher than the state average.

LOOKING FOR NEW WCS FINE ARTS FESTIVAL LOGO The Williamson County Schools Fine Arts Department is in need of a new WCS Fine Arts Festival logo and is looking for a student to design it.

WCS students can submit logo designs for consideration until November 3rd. The logos must be emailed directly to WCS Fine Arts Director Melissa Dufrechou, and they must be sent in both the original vector source file as well as a high-resolution PDF. Only artwork submitted with a WCS-provided email address will be accepted. The requirements for the logo itself are: it must be professional; adhere to the theme of “spotlighting arts education and its impact in public schools”; be in CMYK and look good in both color and black and white; and not contain any copyrighted material. The student whose art is chosen as the winner will receive a Walmart gift card, a Popcorn Village gift card and ten free rounds of bowling at Franklin Family Entertainment. For more information, go to wcs.edu.

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SOCIAL | Dueling Pianos for Waves

Photography by K. York The third annual Dueling Pianos for Waves was held at BA Properties in Franklin. Pianos were set up to duel, in the midst of one of the top collections of classic cars in the country. This set the stage for an evening of fun and excitement. Talented pianists Kasey Todd and Jed Demlow along with drummer Kyle Todd performed songs by request. The crowd loved the auctioneering talents of former Williamson County Judge, Robbie Beal. Proceeds from the event benefited Waves in their mission of empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to progress toward their full potential.

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The evening featured a cocktail and appetizer hour, sophisticated dinner, a photo booth, silent auction and live auction. All proceeds from this event provide funding for The Well Outreach’s food pantry, as well as other feeding programs for school-aged children and youth.

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We are just south of Music City, Williamson County, and we are home to some very talented artists and musicians. Here is another example of the talented folks that live right here in our county.

Craig Wayne Boyd ‘THE VOICE’ OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE

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“It is all about the tidbits that are in your life, concentrate on those because those create who you are as a person. You can choose to use those as stepping stones or stumbling blocks and the choice is up to you.”

Craig Wayne Boyd has used this advice to persevere and remain strong throughout his career, even through the “blocks” or bumps along the way. His music career has taken him through ups and downs, but they have led him to grow and lead him to where he is today. Winning season seven of NBC’s The Voice, helped him gain confidence and gave him the affirmation that music is the right path for him.

Since then, he has been working diligently and happily to finish his first album since The Voice and grow roots in Williamson County. His family of four (with one along the way come December), love Williamson County, the small-town feel it has and the kindness it boasts among the community. Although originally from Texas, he plans on calling Tennessee his forever home.

Before getting to Tennessee, there were times where he lost everything, he says, but kept working to build his career. He had received an email from a friend one day about The Voice, and thought it was a joke at first. “At that point in my career, I was feeling kind of down.

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The Voice itself boosted my confidence and also gave me the affirmation that all the hard work I had been putting in while I was in Nashville was not insane,”says Craig.

He has loved music since the age of four, when his father put a mandolin in his hands. He exclaims he dabbles playing instruments every now and then, even playing various percussion instruments, guitar and bass guitar on his upcoming album,“Top Shelf,” coming out October 27th.

“It has been a labor of love over the past few years, ultimately, I hope that people like it haha! This album is a snapshot of where my life is at this moment – self-reflection. I’m in a very happy place in my life and I feel like that is something I wanted listeners to take away from my music for the overriding theme of the album,” he explains. “It is the best album I have been able to do thus far.

My job is to take people out of their problems for thirty minutes – that is the most joy I have from performing.”

He has two children and both are showing signs that they want to be involved with music. His advice to aspiring musicians and artists, “Don’t take yourself too seriously and take time to enjoy where you’re at.”

To learn more, visit craigwayneboyd.com.

ARTS & CULTURE EVENTS PERFORMANCES • Full Moon Pickin’ Party October 13th - Warner Parks • Rumors October 13th - October 28th Pull Tight Players Theatre • Free Day of Music October 21st Schermerhorn Symphony Center • Nashville Ballet’s Lizzie Borden with The Raven • October 26th - October 28th Tennessee Performing Arts Center • An American in Paris October 31st – November 5th Tennessee Performing Arts Center

FUNDRAISERS • Franklin Wine Fest October 13th – Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee • Waltrip Champions Dinner October 18th – Waltrip Brothers Foundation • Williamson County Library’s First Fundraising Event October 19th - Williamson County Libraries • Heroes in Heels October 24th – Maryland Farms YMCA • Franklin Witches Ride October 26th – American Cancer Society of Williamson County • Bone Bash October 28th – The Arthritis Foundation • Animal Ball October 28th – Agape Animal Rescue • Third Annual Bourbon Bash October 28th - Warrior Spirit Retreat and Green Beret Foundation • Wine Down Main Street November 4th – Boys & Girls Club of Middle Tennessee

FALL FUN • Hoedown on the Harpeth October 13th & 14th – Hayshed Farms • Spooks & Coupes October 14th – Franklin Recreation Complex • Fall Color Hike October 17th – Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary • Pumpkinfest October 28th – Downtown Franklin • Vines & Vintage Wine Festival and Car Show October 28th - Rippavilla Plantation

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Joe West

THE MAN BEHIND THE MUSIC

BY CATHERINE ROYKA

The man behind the music in Williamson County, Joe West, is a Grammy Award-winning producer, mixer and hit songwriter. He has worked with numerous artists over the years and has enjoyed pursuing his passion every step of the way.

Joe had a love for music at a young age, and knew he wanted to pursue his career in production within the music business.

In his hometown of Pittsburgh, Joe began this musical route.

“My father said to me, go and see if you can be a janitor at a television station up in Pittsburgh, and just be around it,” explains Joe. “I had a friend that was taking some courses at a recording studio on the north side of Pittsburgh, so, I went up there, auditioned to be the janitor and the guy said, ‘I don’t need a janitor, I need an audio engineer!’ Being naive, I said, ‘Oh, I can do that.’”

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From there, Joe worked his way up to be the chief engineer at that studio and worked there for eight years. He was able to gain a wealth of experience and knowledge in the music industry while working at the studio. “I really got all my ‘wood-shedding’ done, everything that I needed to learn about the music business there,” says Joe. He had the opportunity to work on an array of projects, assisting with a Gospel record, a death metal record and even a Mr. Roger’s show. This experience gave him a foot in the door when he set his sight on New York City as his next step.

Joe spent years in New York City, until he met his wife and had his son Tyler, and eventually his work led him to Music City in 2001 where he was asked to work on an Emmylou Harris record. Joe and his family put down their roots in Nashville. The record he helped Emmylou Harris with,

was eventually nominated for a Grammy.

Although it didn’t win, ironically, another record Joe had worked on with Warren Zevon, won the Grammy. This time and work in Nashville solidified that this was the place Joe wanted to be to grow his career.

“Williamson County felt like Pittsburgh to me,” he says. “It felt like I could raise a family here, and we’ve never looked back. With the tempo of the town, we knew we had to be here.” Growing his expertise in the field, Joe created his own studio on their fifteen-acre property. The timber frame barn on the property proved to be the perfect yet unique location to create his studio.

Through the years, he has had the opportunity to work with a diverse group of artists. As a songwriter, Joe has had multiple number one singles as well as cuts with Keith Urban, Toby Keith, Tim McGraw and Jimmy Wayne (to name a few), with his work featured on more than 100 networks, cable and feature films. Aside from songwriting, Joe has collaborated with other artists and groups with production and mixing, including Justin Timberlake, the Indigo Girls, James Otto, Joey + Rory and Shakira.

Joe’s positivity and love of helping other’s with music come alive, is something that fuels him to keep those musical wheels turning. “When I see someone that has a love for something, I am built to naturally meet them with equal and opposite passion and give them help and opportunity. There’s something about paying the art form forward. At the end of the day, if you can give part of something bigger than yourself and help people get their purpose, that is where it’s at,” he says.

Visit our Robertson Media Group YouTube channel to view our interview with Joe West at his studio.

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