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YOUR WILLIAMSON | SUMMER 2018 . VOLUME VII – ISSUE 69

FEATURES

48 Come Fly With Me Hammock Beach Resort: An Unspoiled Haven

62 Your Community Partners Distinctively Southern Gentlemen

84 A Little Something Extra Barry Alexander’s Classic Cars

92 Up the Road Let’s Go to Tupelo Honey

94 Arts & Culture Giancarlo Guerrero: A Man Beyond Measure

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Beauty Junkie with Julie Jorgensen After a Fashion with Dick Shipley Health & Wellness with Williamson Medical Center Your Best Self with Jordan Bates Let’s Get Physical with Manduu The Lady Entertains with Krista Ehret Interior Thinking with Parker Haven Interiors Eat, Drink & Be Merry with Whitney Miller A Spirited Conversation with Leiper’s Fork Distillery A Southern Gentleman Is... with Tim Kearns Read Between the Lines Murder In Music City

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52 Your Charitable Self

Food for Thought 54 Days Gone By with Rick Warwick 60 Pours & Palates

Halfway Market 68 In Your Backyard

Alton Brown & The Great

Slider Showdown 86 Your Kids

with Ginger Jones 88 Your Education Avoiding the Summer Slump

Iroquois Steeplechase

20 The Swan Ball 22 Stables & Silks 23 O’More Fashion Show 34 The Fountains 5th Birthday Celebration 42 Westhaven Porchfest 46 Music Country Grand Prix 50 Franklin Rodeo “Experience” 58 Eat the Street

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Spring Mixer 76 BBB Songwriter’s Night 79 Juneteenth 80 Mayor’s State of

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44 Your Real Estate with the Williamson County Association of Realtors 74 The Scoop You in the News 81 We’re in the Money with Franklin Synergy Bank 82 Your Business Partner with Williamson, Inc. 83 Ribbon Cuttings Welcome New Business

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MONTHLY | Publisher’s Letter

Sweet, SweetSummertime Dear Readers,

Every summer brings such a fast and furious pace of hot weather and yet sometimes, it also feels like a languid few months of heat, constant activities and opportunities to insist on being able to relax a little. As kids, we always treasured those summer months as our fun time; our play time before a start to a new school year. Poolside, lake side, trips to the beach, trips to grandma’s, amusements parks and all the places in between, made up a schedule jam packed and yet seemingly endless in its fun!

What other season can we enjoy delicacies like popsicles and watermelon, homemade ice cream and some lemonade? How can you even compete with a summer evening with crickets chirping and fireflies dancing across the yard as you scream in glee playing and splashing each other with the water hose. The salient memories in my own mind, of my own childhood, replay today as I watch my

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daughter and her friends and all those young at heart around me – simply basking in the summer sun or twilight.

I can never get enough of it, even when its sweltering, and every year when fall dawns I shed a bit of tear. So, for now, I will soak up every last drop of it I can both for myself and watching those children in what most surely is just one of life’s grand experiences – summer.

We combine June and July every year for press purposes, mostly because we, like everyone else in the world, want to enjoy as much of what summer is supposed to be as possible. That includes a little down time, a little vacation time, a lot of afternoons on a patio for staff meetings and sometimes, just shutting the doors early to escape the summer heat. But, as it turns out, we still love doing this issue and anticipate it every year with much enthusiasm. After all, it is the issue where we feature our distinguished southern gentlemen, a lot of golf, a lot of cars, a lot of

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Even though you may be napping in a hammock or lounging by the pool, we hope you do so, with a Your Williamson in your hand. There is something for everyone in this issue – not just the gentlemen, we promise!

Stay cool Williamson County, and please do yourself a favor and have at least one popsicle and chase just one firefly please – pretend, if even for a few moments, you are a kid again and summer just seems to go on forever.

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GET CONNECTED Here are a few events to add to your Social Calendar this summer.

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Our Inaugural Steeplechase Tailgating Contest was a hit! #riteofspring

Your Williamson Summer Mixer

Barry Alexander’s Classic Car Exhibit/BA Properties 5:30pm-7:30pm |yourwilliamson.com Join us for our Summer Mixer hosted by Barry Alexander at his classic car exhibit, BA Properties! Guests will enjoy an evening of networking, bites from Hogwood BBQ, drinks, giveaways, music and browsing of vintage and antique vehicles. The more the merrier, so bring your friends and coworkers and come celebrate the Summer issue of Your Williamson! We hope to see you all there! RSVP to our Facebook event or to info@yourwilliamson.com.

We had the opportunity to interview the man, the myth, the maestro! #nashvillesymphony

Bluegrass Along the Harpeth

Franklin Town Square | Friday at 7pm, Saturday at 10am bluegrassalongtheharpeth.com The annual event in downtown Franklin is the perfect place for a weekend of music in honor of Franklin’s own Grand Ole Opry stars, Sam and Kirk McGee. On Friday night, you can expect bluegrass bands and on Saturday, you will find musicians competing in the individual or band contests.

Proceeds benefit the Williamson County Cultural Arts Commission.

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The Beer Quest II at Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary was a hoot! #owls

Williamson County Fair

Williamson County Agricultural Expo Park williamsoncountyfair.org The Williamson County Fair has been recognized among the best by its peers at the state and international levels, with the 2017 fair receiving a total of sixteen awards from the Tennessee Association of Fairs and the International Association of Fairs and Expos. Supported by over 1,800 volunteers, sponsors, county residents and surrounding communities, the Fair has grown each summer and continues to be a beacon for agricultural education in Williamson County. Fair hours are Monday-Friday 6pm-10pm, Saturday 10am-10pm and Sunday 12pm-10pm for nine days of fun!

The Health & Wellness Issue The August edition will feature our annual Health & Wellness special section. Look for great medical, wellness and and health services content - along with all your usual incredible Your Williamson stories and events!

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SOCIAL | Iroquois Steeplechase Sponsored Event

Photography by K. York For seventy-seven years, the Iroquois Steeplechase has been Nashville’s rite of spring. The annual event, held at Percy Warner Park, proved once again it was the place to be on the second Saturday of May. Some 25,000 people gathered along the beautiful hillside to watch the horses run. Horse racing, high fashion and raising money for charity is just how it is done at Steeplechase. New this year, was Robertson Media Group's Inaugural Tailgating Contest, which brought many amazing and creative entries fighting to claim the winning titles and prizes! The Iroquois Steeplechase has raised more than $10 million dollars for Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. To learn more about the Children’s Hospital, go to childrenshospital.vanderbilt.org. For more information about the Iroquois Steeplechase, visit iroquoissteeplechase.org.

Sierra Munday, Kevin Harris, Kate Kimberly, Kevin Butler & Carolyn Forgac

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Sally Moultrie & Jordan George

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Tailgating Contest Best Food Spread “British Boot with Pub Flair”

Tailgating Contest Best Overall “Topside Tailgaters”

Tailgating Contest Most Enthusiastic Group “Masters of Midfield”

Tailgating Contest Honorable Mention “Tickled Pink”

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Tailgating Contest Best Dressed Group “Fresh from Florida… Rookie Residents Ready to Fla-Mingle”

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SOCIAL | Iroquois Steeplechase Sponsored Event

Tina & Donna Phillips

Lucy Meadors, Cara Lu Royse, Grace Davis, Bailey Biggerstaff & Kati Ward

Aaron & Jamie Denton, Robby & Shilynn McRae, Molly McRae, Nate Young, Catherine Marcks, Hunter Chaff & Travis Hinds

Angie & Kendall Bell, Megan Martin, Ally Moore & Rachel Robinson

Chris & Donna Mule, Gary Ashton & Liz Humphreys

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Loretta Constant, Robin Evans & Steve Harder

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LIFESTYLE | Beauty Junkie

Summer Strands

BY JULIE JORGENSEN

Do y’all remember when I was recently discussing how I thought winter would never leave us alone? Yeah, could we go back to that?

I’m kidding! I typically love the warmer weather, despite the fact that spring seemed to last about forty-eight hours this year, and even though it can present its own challenges to maintaining healthy hair and skin.

Chlorine, saltwater and the hot summer sun can be especially damaging to our tresses. But don’t worry (didn’t your mama tell you that worrying causes wrinkles?), Rapunzel, I come bearing tricks and tips!

It’s no mystery that chlorine is enemy number one when it comes to keeping that summer hair looking fresh. Chlorine is a sneaky little chemical, as it manages to crack the cortex of each individual strand of hair, which causes dryness and can fade or even alter colortreated hair. Ah, this brings back memories of my childhood, when by the end of the summer my blonde girlfriends and I were beyond exhausted fighting off “chlorine green.” Try to stay away from going under when you’re at the pool if at all possible; if not, douse your hair in tap water before taking the plunge. Comb some conditioner or coconut oil through from roots to ends to shield your hair, and then rinse again promptly once you’re out of the pool. If a poolside shower isn’t available, tote some big old bottles of soda water with you for pre- and post-splash. The truly brave can go all “throwback Thursday” and don a fabulous swim cap - do it big and go for one with multicolored flowers. Make your grandmama proud!

While you’re lounging on the pool deck or in your beach chair, treat your hair the same way you would your skin when it comes to shielding it from the sun. Sunlight can render hair dull and weak, especially chemically-treated and finer strands. Nothing beats a wide-brimmed hat when it comes to protecting your hair and that 18 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | SUMMER 2018

pretty face, from the sun. A leave-in conditioner with sunscreen or a UV filter also works well. Sun Bum 3-in-1 offers sun protection along with detangling, is color-safe, paraben-free and vegan. Regular sunscreen applied to your part works in a pinch. Use a wide-toothed comb to avoid snarling wet hair. My favorite is a tortoiseshell number from Mason Pearson that looks super chic when I whip it out of my beach bag. Take a break from heat styling whenever you can, your hair is getting enough “heat” these days.

Damage prevention and reversal for summer-stressed hair can definitely happen in your stylist’s salon chair; ask about a soothing hair mask or treatment, but don’t underestimate the power of products you can use at home as well! Pick up an extra-moisturizing shampoo and conditioner for the summer months. I’m currently loving Angel Wash and Rise from Kevin Murphy. Shampoo just your scalp and halfway down the hair shaft to prevent drying out the ends, then condition from mid-shaft down to keep your scalp from looking greasy. Take a tip from my stylist and get yourself some Olaplex. This cult-following deep conditioner works pre-shampoo to repair hair at the structural level. It can also be used as a leave-in treatment - when I wash my hair at night, I sleep in it.

Summer hair doesn’t have to be a source of stress but taking just a little bit of extra care now will definitely pay off in the long run. So, get out and enjoy yourselves this summer, friends! Cheers!

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!

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SOCIAL | Swan Ball

Photography by Haley Anthony The Swan Ball was established in 1963 by Jane Anderson Dudley, a Nashville native, as a way to raise funds for the new Tennessee Botanical Gardens and Fine Arts Center at Cheekwood. Now celebrating its fifty-sixth year, it has come to be considered one of the most esteemed and successful fundraising events in our area and in the country and raises millions of dollars for Cheekwood annually. The whitetie gala brings guests to Cheekwood's Swan Lawn for cocktails, a seated dinner, a live auction, dancing and a featured fine jewelry exhibit. This year’s theme, “A Story of Champagne and the Stars,” brought a 1920s, Art Deco feel to the night. The headliner of the Ball was Grammy award-winning Boz Scaggs. The recipient of the 2018 Swan Award was author and columnist Julia Reed. To learn more about Cheekwood, visit cheekwood.org.

Susan Chapman & Sylvia Bradbury

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SOCIAL | Stables & Silks Sponsored Event

Photography by Paige Atwell While typically Churchill Downs is the place to be on the first Saturday in May to watch the Kenctucky Derby, Stables and Silks was certainly a close second!

The annual event, hosted by Women of Williamson and the Downtown Franklin Rotary Club, took place at the Park at Harlinsdale Farms this year. Guests enjoyed Derby inspired treats and cocktails, the music Connie Catalano & Tori Larocca of Pink Cadillac, a silent auction and games, all in their bright and fun Derby inspired attire. Proceeds from the event were donated to the Women of Williamson’s scholarships for women, Habitat for Humanity, Bridges Domestic Violence Center and Friends of Franklin Parks. To learn more about Women of Williamson, visit womenofwilliamson.org.

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Meagan Benson & Julia Brock

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SOCIAL | O’More College of Design Fashion Show Photography by K. York The historic Franklin Theatre was the venue for the annual O’More College of Design Fashion Show. The contemporary dance group New Dialect, gave a mesmerizing performance as the show got underway. It was an evening of heightened excitement as the 2018 senior student designers presented their unique collections to a packed house. The collections, in a word, were astounding. The show marked the end of an era for Franklin’s prestigious school of design, as it will merge with Belmont University in Nashville later this year. To learn more about O’More College of Design, visit omorecollege.edu.

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LIFESTYLE | After a Fashion

A SOUTHERN GENTLEMAN’S WARDROBE

BY DICK SHIPLEY

In thirty-plus years in the clothing business, I’ve been frequently asked what the single most critical aspect of men’s clothing is. The answer has never changed: The one thing in men’s clothing that rules supreme is fit.

Sure, there are other highly important aspects and qualities but they all have some impact on, or influence from, how the garment fits. When I began my career in this business, and for generations before, one of the critical aspects of a gentleman’s clothing purchase was the lasting quality of its make, as well as the timelessness of its style, although suiting’s have never been exactly immune to change.

Today’s buyer has other priorities with their purchases, as they aren’t concerned with pulling the same suit bought today, out of the closet in ten years. However, make no mistake - the same qualities that made yesteryear’s suits last forever, are the same ones that make today’s fit so well.

You see, any marginally fitted suit can look good when it leaves the store; however, it’s the superior garment that looks better over years of wear.

It takes on the shape of its wearer, as it continues to conform to the body.

This is what must be considered when investing in a suit, sportcoat or even trousers. And if you don’t approach the selection and purchasing process as an investment, you should. Certainly, for the business professional, it should 24 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | SUMMER 2018

be their greatest personal investment in what they do, aside from their education. And the greatest investment a man can make in their clothing is more clothing! While it all begins (and ends), with the suit, the components - and how they come together - are what gives a man his style (aka, “the look”). Additionally, the finest made, best fitting suit can be left for dead if the accompanying accouterments are out of sync. That’s why, when working with my client’s and helping them find their style, I discuss “do’s,” “don’ts” and the ever-popular “it’s not what you do, but how you do it.”

Sure, you can show up at your office wearing gym shorts and a t-shirt if you want - I mean, who’s to stop you? But if you care about your job, your clients, your products or services or most importantly, yourself, then you need to step it up to a level equitable to or greater than, your life station.

Simply stated, what we wear is an extension of who we are. Whether it’s a man’s wardrobe, or life in general, we are all works in progress.

Enjoy the process.

Looking Sharp Consider this: While traveling frequently to New York in the ‘90s for a variety of reasons in my clothing business - including conducting Dress For Success seminars and Trunk Shows for the biggest investment houses in the world - I witnessed first-hand the effects of “Casual Friday” on Wall Street. Two negative results were quickly and empirically discovered... First, respectable dress codes were as dead as Alexander Hamilton, as one person wore a $200 pair of trousers, while the next guy wore a ten-year old pair of tattered khakis and an older Izod shirt two sizes too small. Second, their traders and brokers performed to a commiserate level of their dress. They dressed casually and performed casually.

It didn’t last. Suits quickly made a triumphant comeback - and so did the stock market.

On another recent occasion, while giving a seminar to a group of young attorneys in the metro area, one of the new lawyers took exception to my exhortations and asked, “So, how do you feel about Mark Zuckerberg and his hooded sweatshirts? He’s pretty successful, isn’t he?”

“Well, he has his own style that fits his personality but that doesn’t work for everybody, nor make it right,” I replied. “Besides, when you become a billionaire social-media mogul, you can wear whatever you want.”

It took longer, but suits and sportcoats have returned to a hero’s welcome in other cities like Nashville, and in every business sector.

Even in social settings, men are experiencing what it’s like to look and feel - like a man again.

It has been said that good style never goes out of fashion; that the former transcends the latter. Style is a very personal quality, that has left some measure to the individual, and is a bond between the object and the article. As the times dictated armor for those of a certain class, even medieval knights showed style in how they wore their suitings. My personal style is one best described as boldly traditional, with elements of panache and flair, but always congruent.

The romantic era of the 30s and 40s, best conjures the elements of the old Hollywood elite; real men who never left the house without looking put together, much less without a hat. They knew they didn’t know who they would see (besides the usual gossip columnists), but more than that, knew how it made them feel. They had an image to project - not protect. Even great Western stars, like Wayne and Mitchum and Arness, would trade in their spurs for a bespoke custom suit when not filming. Bogart, Gable and Stewart - while obscure references now - had style that was both refined and practical. Those are the guidelines of my taste and style. However, in over thirty years in the clothing business, one thing I’ve never tried to do is create a class of clones. First and foremost, respect the individual’s physique, manner and image when properly outfitting them. Unfortunately, most places today want to stuff everyone into the only sartorial box they know. Whether it’s with Dillard’s or Boston Louie’s Clothing (my own creation), the main consideration is what I call “stylish individualism.”

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Of course, one of the huge benefits to living in the South, aside from the climate, the people, the food, etc., is that we get to dress like Southerners. I love how this publication embraces the qualities of the Southern Gentleman, as is it is truly a state of mind and a way of life. Just like living here - some confess it, others deny it - but they all want to be one! A Southern Gentleman knows discretion like he knows cornbread and sweet tea, and he knows seersucker and spectators like he knows the ground he calls home is the same ground that people from everywhere want to live.

While a traditionalist, he’s not afraid of showing some whimsy in his attire (i.e., summer poplin suits, madras sport jackets and bow-ties), but he takes his approach very seriously. Besides, since it’s splendid in the South, why not show some sartorial splendor in what you wear!

DICK’S DO’S AND DON’TS DO find someone qualified and build a relationship with them. If they want to clone their look on you, just run fast!

DO be bold (when possible), and show individual style within guidelines. Brown shoes with blues and grays are a great look, in the right setting.

DO finish off the look of your suit or sport jacket with a pocket square. It’s a detail anyone should appreciate, even if it’s just a clean, simple white cotton.

DO look to achieve a natural flow of your clothing: Wearing trousers above the hips – even avoiding bisecting the body by wearing braces (suspenders), if inclined; and wearing fitted, not tight, jackets will help.

DON’T wear button-down shirts with a suit: It’s a sporty look appropriate with blazers and sportcoats only.

Make no mistake, however - being “geographically advantaged” and unique - does not mean being wrong. Coat sleeves too long, trousers too short or betraying your body type, has never been right. If not deft in the art, find your style with a “licensed” professional. Someone who takes their craft seriously, who will guide you, as you establish a relationship with them. And, while it all begins with the suit or sportcoat, the ultimate compliment for my clients encompasses the total look, not a single element.

DON’T wear pastel colored shirts for interviews…you can do that after you get the job!

The Right Fit

PARTING SHOTS

When I fit a gentleman for a suit, my approach is to enhance the build of the person, not counter it; yet always mindful of the desired goal. A “skinny suit” on a large or athletic physique? Forget it! Flattering is flattering; restrictive is not. Also, as it pertains to today’s world, flat front trousers and plain bottoms are in fashion. That is fine, and I welcome them, as the current style is a fresh, slimming and sleek look, accentuating the physique and removing unnecessary bagginess. However, it would be a mistake to eschew the relevance of pleats and cuffs. To paraphrase my old friend and fellow cigar aficionado Mark Twain, “Reports of their demise are greatly exaggerated.” The pleated trouser will always hug the hips more naturally than a flat front, period; conversely, the long-waisted gentleman or those who don’t wear dress clothing frequently, will look and feel better in a flat front. And, while I’m always quick to give direction of what to do - or what not to do so much falls into the category of how you do it. Double-breasted or three-button jackets on a shorter, bigger man? Sure, if it’s done properly! Therein is the primary difference in custom versus off-the-rack clothing. It’s made for you, as opposed to fitted on you.

I’ve taught my children that, like it or not, people will instantly assess you by two qualities: How you speak and how you look, and long before you utter a word, they’ve summed you up. Yes, I do what I do because I love it but, more than that, because the clothing matters.

As I like to say, “Life is too short for cheap suits!”

To get more tips on gentlemen’s fashion, you can find Dick Shipley at Dillard’s at CoolSprings Galleria.

He can also be reached by email at dickshipley@gmail.com.

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DON’T wear black suits for business! They are for formals, funerals and nights on the town.

DON’T bust up the components of a suit. You destroy the investment made, as the fabrics show different wear, especially with the trousers.

Clothing is like life - the more you put in, the more you get out.

The best investment in your clothing is more clothing.

Buy the classics first - even if buying more trendy fits.

And invest in accessories to individualize and give what you have, different looks.

Educate yourself in The Art of the Sportcoat.

Invest in a good clothing brush and a steamer. Hang up your clothing, and give it a few minutes of TLC after a long day of wear. Your suit will thank you - and last much longer!

Don’t over dry-clean your garments - Their chemicals are typically old and harsh. Ask them to simply steam and press your clothing, unless badly stained.

When in doubt, check out the Duke of Windsor; the one who married American ex-pat Wallis Simpson. He was, and is, the sartorial tour-guide of Gentleman’s Dress in modern times.

LIFESTYLE | Your Health & Wellness

PLANNING IS KEY TO STAYING HEALTHY ABROAD SAYS TRAVEL MEDICINE PHYSICIAN

BY ABBIE STOFEL WITH DR. WILLIAM HALFORD, M.D., WILLIAMSON MEDICAL CENTER

More Americans travel abroad during summer months than any other time of the year. According to William Halford, M.D., family medicine physician at Williamson Medical Group, too few are taking the necessary precautions to prevent illness and disease often acquired overseas. A member of the International Society of Travel Medicine (ISTM), Halford stays abreast of world health issues and constantly changing guidelines. “We live in a global economy and travel today is easier than ever before, which means more Americans are traveling for business, pleasure and mission trips,” says Halford.

EDUCATING PATIENTS Halford said the biggest misconception among otherwise healthy travelers is the belief that they’re simply not going to get sick. “I often hear, ‘I’ve gone before and didn’t get sick, so why should I worry about vaccinations now?’” Halford says. That belief is especially prevalent among those returning to their country of birth to visit friends and family. Protection from food- and insect-born illness is of primary concern when traveling abroad. Altitude sickness and extreme climate change should also be considered, and ISTM members like Halford also monitor the political and social climate in various regions. “There are a lot of unstable places today, so I encourage patients to check the state department before booking travel and find out how safe it is for Americans,” he says.

VACCINATIONS Since vaccination requirements vary by country (and often require second doses), Halford said it’s imperative to see a provider who is well-versed in travel medicine at least six weeks prior to travel.

Depending on the destination, it’s not uncommon to receive one to six vaccinations as well as pills for malaria and traveler’s diarrhea.

Yellow fever presents the greatest health risk for visitors to South America and Central Africa, while rabies remains rampant in many African countries. Alternatively, visitors to Europe may only require a flu shot as protection against recycled air on crowded planes and buses. Since guidelines change regularly, Halford cautions against now popular shot clinics which may not be updated on the latest recommendations and interactions or have ISTM providers on hand.

BE PREPARED “When patients come and see me, we talk about travel, health, current prescriptions, vaccine history and their itinerary,” Halford 28 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | SUMMER 2018

says. “You really have to get a detailed account of where each individual is traveling to, as that makes a huge difference in recommendations.” He also considers existing conditions like asthma, heart disease and diabetes, which can be affected by certain regions, and arms patients with travel recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as well as a vaccination record to keep with their passport. Halford tells patients to take common sense precautions while traveling: Have a first-aid kit on hand at all times, and carry routine medications like ibuprofen, acetaminophen and antihistamines. Travelers should use common sense in knowing which foods to eat and avoid, and consider road and animal safety, sun exposure and sexual activity while abroad. Purchase travel insurance to help cover the costs of health emergencies and know ahead of time which hospitals will treat Americans. “For Americans, so many travel problems simply stem from ignorance, so I encourage anyone planning a trip to consider their health first and foremost,” he says.

DR. HALFORD, M.D. Your Health & Wellness William Daniel Halford, M.D. is board-certified in Family Medicine and is a licensed travel medicine provider by the International Society for Travel Medicine. He can be reached at 615.435.7780.

LIFESTYLE | Your Best Self

Summertime Balance

When a gymnast maintains her balance on the beam, she is more likely to stick her routine. When a diet is balanced, the body is more likely to function effectively and healthily. When a room is designed with balance in mind, it becomes aesthetically pleasing to the eye.

So, how do we all achieve the balance of an Olympic gymnast, a perfectly healthy body, or a room created by an interior designer? Well, it depends on each individual person and how big their coffee cup is, literally but most definitely, figuratively. And I’ll explain.

WHAT’S IN YOUR COFFEE CUP?

BY JORDAN BATES

Summertime is here and in full-swing! Which means school is out, wedding invitations are flooding in, the traffic is buzzing and our planners (and coffee cups), are filled to the brim. As we all know one key element to be our best selves - is balance. More likely than not, anything executed with balance will typically have a more positive outcome.

Some people can fill their coffee cup fast and furiously to the brim, where others need to fill theirs with careful attention to how much they’re pouring in. Some people’s cups can only hold so much, while others’ can hold an exorbitant amount. How fast or slow, or how small or large my cup is, will likely look a lot different than yours. And that’s okay. Because it’s all about balance and what works best for you during any season.

More to my point, where some people prefer Splenda, others prefer sugar. Some people will pour half and half into their cup and others will pour coconut milk. Some will drink their coffee black and others will dilute it until it’s light and creamy (yum!). Some will fill their cup until it spills over and some will fill it until just the right amount is achieved.

However big or small your coffee cup is and whatever it is filled with, is okay. Just be sure to fill it to the brim and fill it with all of the good stuff this summer!

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LIFESTYLE | Let’s Get Physical

The Gym of the Future Is Here AND IT’S RIGHT IN OUR BACKYARD

BY WILEY ROBINSON, RN, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, MANDUU AMERICA

We all know that we should be working out. I doubt anyone questions the benefits of staying fit, exercising, building muscle and getting rid of unhealthy body fat. It all sounds good on paper until it’s time to actually do the work.

Maybe you wake up one day and realize you haven’t exercised in years, and your body doesn’t move like it used to. Others may be coping with a substantial injury or chronic pain that makes working out seem impossible. Oftentimes, the idea of becoming fit again is so overwhelming that you don’t even know where to start.

EMS in America. EMS fitness studios are already well established in Europe, which boasts over 2,000 studios. Manduu has already established locations in Miami, Santa Monica and the greater Nashville area.

Perhaps the greatest perk of a Manduu workout is the time commitment of only 15 minutes per week. With expertly designed technology, our machines are able to deliver a low-voltage current that activates over 90 percent of your muscles through an ultra-low impact session of flexing and resistance movements during each session.

An FDA-certified Manduu personal trainer tailors the program to individuals based on their unique fitness goals, and our INBody™ scan measures skeletal muscle mass, total body fat, visceral fat, hydration, metabolic rate and other relevant metrics before each session. In particular, Manduu targets the dangerous visceral fat that surrounds your organs, while simultaneously building and toning muscle.

Aside from the FDA certification, there are Manduu America offers a groundbreaking numerous scientific studies that validate solution through a technology-driven exercise the impressive results of EMS training. In “Perhaps the greatest perk of a regimen that combines electrical muscle 2000, the International Journal of Sports stimulation (EMS) with personal fitness, creating Manduu workout is the time Medicine reported that a group of basketball a 15-minute workout that will revolutionize your players found that after just eight weeks of commitment of only 15 minutes health. Manduu America, the only FDA-approved, EMS training, the players’ jump heights per week.” -Wiley Robinson, RN full-body EMS system in the United States, is increased by 17 percent. In 2011, the World bringing this progressive solution to individuals Journal of Sport Sciences found that females of all ages and fitness levels throughout the country, and we’re starting who participated in EMS therapy after hip replacement surgery had right here in Nashville.

95 percent improvement of pain relief, increase in femoris muscle strength, increased hip range of motion and enhanced activities of While I’m currently serving as Manduu’s chief operating officer, daily living such as climbing stairs and walking. Whether you’re a I’ve been working hands-on in the fields of fitness and healthcare pro athlete, a busy professional or a senior adult wanting to get fit for over thirty years. I began my career as a critical care nurse in the again, Manduu can be an excellent solution for you.

1980s while also completing further studies in pre-medicine and molecular biology. I served as the general manager for gastroenterology, Manduu is truly the gym of the future, presenting a viable fitness hepatology and plastic surgery units at Ochsner Clinic in New Orleans solution for a broad range of clients at different stages in life. I for years before eventually moving to Nashville. Here, I established encourage you to check it out at manduu.com and come try it for several successful martial arts academies, as well as a personal training yourself. The first session is always free, and it might just change company specializing in clients with morbid obesity, diabetes and other your life. debilitating metabolic conditions. When it comes to helping others maintain healthy lifestyles, you could say I’ve seen it all.

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LIFESTYLE | The Lady Entertains

Hosting a Fourth of July

Pool Party

BY KRISTA EHRET

A pool party is unarguably the best type of outdoor party to throw in the south in July and August. Pools have the magical ability to keep the adults cool and the kids entertained simultaneously. It’s truly a win-win. With Fourth of July just around the corner, I thought I would share some tips and ideas for hosting a backyard pool party in honor of the biggest of summer holidays.

SET A CASUAL ATMOSPHERE. I don’t say this in many of my articles, but I would highly encourage lots of disposable plates, cups, forks, napkins, etc. For me, the Fourth of July is one of those iconic holidays with kids running around, adults lounging in tailgate chairs, and no pretension. Gingham linens are super cute and casual. Pack up the floral centerpieces for another day and go with the cheesy pop-up metallic décor.

BEAT THE HEAT AND THE BUGS. These are your two biggest mood killers. Make sure you have lots of cold bottles of water. Any fans that can be brought outside will be much appreciated. If that’s not an option, consider personal paper fans for guests that may not be partaking of the pool. If mosquitoes are a concern, you may want to have your yard sprayed pre-party.

Citronella candles and tiki torches should be used as well as having bug-spray handy for the guests.

GRAB AND GO FOOD. Your menu should be crowd pleasing and easy to grab. Think sliders and hot dogs with chips, veggie platters, fruit kabobs, watermelon slices, popsicles, etc. Swimming brings out the bear appetite in your already insatiable kiddos, so make it easy for them to grab something and then hop back into the pool (after their 30 minutes of rest time of course).

OFFER AMBIANCE. Just because we’re using disposables, doesn’t mean we’re animals. You still want to set the mood. Start with the lighting. If you do much entertaining, you may already have this covered. Chances are guests will stay until after dark, so look at your space and see if any additional lighting will be needed. String market lights are easy to hang and put off a nice glow to illuminate any dim areas. Go for the fun themed décor with lots of flags and patriotic touches.

FIREWORK-FREE FUN. Remember that fireworks and sparklers are not allowed within city limits. To keep the children from rioting, offer other types of entertainment. Glow sticks, flash lights, party poppers, water balloons and glow in the dark bubbles are some alternatives to consider.

LIBERTY LIBATIONS. Of course, the kids shouldn’t have all the fun. You can go all out with a tri-colored frozen colada, or keep things simple with this refreshing cocktail: Splash of Grenadine 2 Shots of Bacardi Razz Rum 2 Shots of Blue Curacao Liquor 2 Shots of Lemonade

1. Fill a hi-ball glass with ice. Pour the grenadine over the ice.

2. Pour Bacardi Razz over the ice slowly, then the lemonade, then the Blue Curacao.

3. Garnish with a small slice of watermelon.

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After playtime, Jack loves hugs and quality cuddle time. He also enjoys learning and is easily encouraged by treats. He does like to chase cats, so will do best in a feline free home. He would also do best in a home with older children. He is such a gentle, sweet and very good-natured boy. He deserves to live a happy life! Can you help Jack? Look at that precious face... How can you resist? Let’s help Jack find his home! Send an email to wcacangels@yahoo.com or stop by Williamson County Animal Center for a meet and greet with Jack!

Hi there, pup lovers!

The Williamson County Animal Center has a very special dog that needs your help - his name is Jack. This guy has been through a lot and deserves to heal in a loving, forever home with a family. Jack is really scared in the kennels so he hates when it’s time to go back inside after playing. He is also in pretty severe pain with hip dysplasia on his left side. Thankfully, a local veterinarian has graciously agreed to do surgery to give Jack a chance at a comfortable life.

Jack is an amazing dog with a long life ahead of him after he gets his hip fixed. Jack is loved by everyone who meets him, so the WCAC would love to have an adopter lined up for him when he is healed up. “Friends of Williamson County Animal Center have agreed to fund his surgery and we have four volunteers who have agreed to be responsible for his

physical therapy and post-op rehab,” says Ondrea Johnson, Director of Williamson County Animal Center.

“Once he’s all fixed up, we hope he won’t have to live at the shelter for very long. He will be wanting a nice cushy bed to lay his new hip on!”

Jack is a one-year-old hound mix with a handsome coat and even more handsome smile! He loves spending time with everyone, is a great walking companion and loves

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LIFESTYLE | Interior Thinking

Sun-sational Outdoor Design

BY JENNIFER PARKER

Welcome summer! I have been patiently waiting for you and you have finally arrived with all your glory. So, this month, let’s celebrate one of my favorite things about summer; being outside. I like to think of outdoor spaces as actual rooms, not an afterthought. We live outside in the summer. We share our outdoor spaces with friends and also use them as places for real “unplugged” family time.

Somehow for me, it has always started with front porches. I have always loved them. Some of my best childhood summer memories revolve around a front porch. When designing our front porch, my first thought was how do we want to use it? My husband requested a big front porch when we were drawing the house and we both liked the idea of a stone floor that looked as if it had been there a while. “Old meets new,” was a recurring theme

“Summer afternoon-summer afternoon; to me those have been the two most beautiful words in the English language.”

-Henry James for us and a large front porch checked that box. We both liked the southern classic style of square columns and boxwoods around the porch to frame it. The front porch of Carnton Plantation was our muse for the design, albeit, ours is not near as large, but we wanted it to have the same feel. The breeze you can experience on our front porch is a reminder of why porches used to be designed this way. They were nature’s air conditioning.

For the décor, I wanted a casual living room feel with furniture that you could sink into. I believe that you should invest in the best quality outdoor furniture you can, as quality really matters against the outdoor elements over time. Then find your lower priced bargains with accessories as these can be replaced inexpensively throughout the years. I was drawn to neutral colors, so I could change out accessories with the seasons, and also manage the traffic of friends, dogs and kids. It’s not relaxing to worry about stains, spills and dirt. I needed a color that would stand the test of being outdoors and

super low maintenance.

Relaxation to me does not involve a bottle of Oxy Clean stain remover strapped to my belt! The cool grey tweed cushions I chose, accomplish this, and also compliment the aged grey stone floor.

I chose butter yellow and ranges of blues for accent colors. I think you need pops of color to warm a space up and a cool grey is a perfect background for most any color. Arranging the furniture to compliment the view was key and also chairs with ottomans to put your feet up and truly relax. I think a mix of textures in any space is always a good idea. The ceramic garden stools act as end tables and a place to land your beverage and your book. I ordered these stools from Ballard, yet when they arrived, much to my disappointment, the color was a “neon” yellow not the butter yellow I was expecting. So off to Lowe’s to get the right color spray paint and an hour or two later, the color is perfect. Don’t underestimate the power of a $4.39 can of spray paint, especially when it pertains to all things outside.

Just make sure you get the right type for the surface you are painting, and you can truly transform anything. A round wicker plant basket with ivy and yellow begonias adds just the right additional perfect “pop” of color. The concrete coffee and end tables also add texture and extreme durability.

You know I love a bar cart, anywhere, anytime. I found this fabulous one at HomeGoods, and it was fairly inexpensive.

With multiple shelves it’s super functional and a place

for drinks and snacks. It holds whatever we need for the occasion and is on wheels, so it can be moved easily with no hassle. Accent pillows are the icing on the cake for the space, so it looks and feels like an inside room. Be sure to purchase ones that are made of outdoor fabric, so they drain if wet and do not collect mold. You know I love a monogram on a pillow, as it personalizes the décor and also adds a sense of detail. It’s old school, but I personally think every southern porch needs something monogrammed.

When we built our house, we knew we wanted a pool; something simple, elegant and also large enough for lots of people to enjoy. However, I ruled out diving boards and lagoon scenarios, as I felt we would outgrow that in time. I favor a classic Hamptons style option with a grass border. I wanted to be able to look outside from our living room and see nature and grass instead of stone and hard surfaces. I worked with Clearwater Pools and designed the pool with a Tennessee Blue Stone patio on one side for function and then a grass border on the other. I chose to add a sun deck, so we could immerse loungers in the water with umbrellas and be able to enjoy “being” in the pool, without swimming if we wanted. After much research, I landed on an inexpensive four pack of chaise loungers. These will sit in salt water and last about two to three years, so I did not want to make an expensive purchase for this use. The dining table is cast aluminum and is used frequently as we love to eat outdoors. I took the color palette from the front porch and extended it to the backyard. Blue tones with pops of yellow scream summer, and what is a pool area without cabana stripes? I chose a grey finish for the color of the backyard furniture, as it was softer than black. The goal was for everything to blend easily with the stone. Adding a basket on wheels for pool towels and stools between the pool loungers completed all the functions for the area. A space can be beautiful, people; but if it does not function what is the point?

I encourage you to take a second look at your outdoor spaces and find ways to personalize them for your own function. There are actual studies ARKER that say spending time outdoors can improve your physical and mental health. So, here’s to celebrating your outdoor spaces and INTERIORS to many fabulous summer afternoons this season!

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SOCIAL | Westhaven Porchfest Photography by Bella Gomez The Westhaven community lent their porches to local bands for the seventh annual Westhaven Porchfest. Locals and visitors gathered to watch Campbell Station, The Bundys, Goose Gossett and nearly seventy other musicians play on sixteen porches of Westhaven homes. Several food trucks, including Hoss Loaded Burgers, Bob’s Fish Fry and Blue Monkey Shaved Ice, served hungry guests as they enjoyed the music and nice weather outside. The free event also included activities such as face painting, a bouncy house and cornhole for anyone interested.

The Westhaven Porchfest is a family friendly event with plenty to do. For more information about Porchfest, the Westhaven community and their other events, visit westhaventn.com.

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A MESSAGE ON THE POWER OF POSITIVITY HITS HOME

BY ROB WIGTON

In my leadership role, I am often exposed to speakers who help motivate, inspire and offer a little “kick in the behind” to their audiences of mostly Type A personalities.

Not too long ago, Rick Rigsby delivered an amazing motivational talk. Normally, I don’t get too amped up for these talks.

I’ve become a bit jaded over the years after seeing hundreds of motivational speakers.

In fact, I usually find trite, the catchphrases that are thrown around at these talks. You know the ones, “thinking outside the box;” “aha moments;” “new paradigms;” “find the why;” and a dozen more cliché phrases. The takeaways from Rigsby, however, were spot on, impactful, real and relevant.

He talked about essential elements that we need to make part of our daily lives.

Things like arriving early for appointments, meetings, classes, church; whatever. Things like not accepting “good enough” and pushing for better. Things like showing kindness to everyone we contact throughout our days and our lives, showing respect for loved ones and friends. He encouraged us to make statements of affirmation to ourselves

each day and strive for excellence in all we do.

This all seems like common-sense stuff, you might say. But, we’ve lost our way in recent years in this country and we’ve focused more on the short term and instant gratification.

We’ve lost focus on substance and the things that bring long term success and happiness. We idolize the glamorous and ignore the real. We judge and take great pleasure from pointing out negatives in our social media ramblings, rather than reveling in the positives.

Mr. Rigsby relayed this information through a series of stories about his life. He spoke of his father, who had to drop out of school after the 3rd grade to help with family responsibilities but proved to be the smartest man he has ever known; someone who instilled in him the principles and moral compass to seek substance and kindness over ego and judgment. He reflected on meeting and marrying the most wonderful woman in the world, having two sons and then losing her to cancer when their children were still young. But, he emerged a few years later to find another soul-mate who balanced his life ever since.

I particularly liked one of his quotes, that “Ego is the anesthesia that deadens the pain of stupidity.” Deep, but true. We live in a world that would be a lot better place if people could only check their egos at the door and learn to work collaboratively. I’m sure many of us in attendance made a silent commitment to adjust the way they approach all elements of their lives going forward.

As WCAR REALTORS(R)®, we abide by the Code of Ethics, which is basically a protracted version of The Golden Rule, something all communities should also subscribe to. It’s another common-sense ideal that seems so simple, but which we fail to live by in our day-to-day business. Maybe it’s time we all re-subscribe to a more positive, common-sense approach to life and business. It couldn’t hurt. Learn more about the WCAR at wcartn.org.

ROB WIGTON Your Real Estate | wcartn.org Rob is the CEO for WCAR and has over twenty-two years of experience in various parts of the real estate profession and was named REALTOR® of the Year at both the local and state levels. He has served as the CEO of both a state and local association.

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SOCIAL | Music Country Grand Prix Sponsored Event

Photography by K. York The thirtieth annual Music Country Grand Prix was hosted

by Brownland Farm in Franklin. Top riders and horses came from all over the nation to the beautiful horse show farm to compete in this premier equestrian jumping competition.

The event has raised over $1.6 million dollars for Saddle Up! to provide equine activities and therapies to children and youth with disabilities. Congratulations to the 2018 Grand Prix winner, Kirk Webby riding Brando du Rouet.

To learn more about the Music Country Grand Prix, go to musiccountrygrandprix.com. For more information about Saddle Up!, visit saddleupnashville.org.

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Hammock Beach

An Unspoiled Haven

BY SHELLY ROBERTSON BIRDSONG

Nestled on a stretch of unspoiled beach along the Atlantic Coast in Palm Coast Florida, Hammock Beach Resort is an extraordinary treasure. Make your first trip to these beautiful beaches for a relaxing spa weekend with the girls, a family vacation or golf trip. Let’s take a look at what makes Hammock Beach Resort so special.

Hammock Beach Resort is committed to delivering a first-class experience. Situated just south of St. Augustine in seemingly undiscovered Palm Coast, Hammock Beach Resort delivers an unspoiled haven overlooking two miles of pristine Atlantic shoreline.

Presenting true luxury nestled among nature, Hammock Beach Resort offers an upscale escape surrounded by scenes of old Florida. Amidst a relaxed pace, the natural habitats of manatees and otters, estuaries of ospreys, hawks and eagles, and undisturbed beaches - Hammock

“Just outside your door, you’ll find a pristine coastal landscape, endless recreation, and ocean views that will carry you as far away as your dreams will take you.”

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Beach provides premier accommodations, amenities and dining outlets. With two championship golf courses and a 6.5-acre multi-level pool complex, along with a 10,000 square-foot spa and coquinaladen beaches just a flip-flop stroll away, Hammock Beach Resort beckons to be explored.

The exquisite oceanfront playground is just south of St. Augustine, America’s oldest city, and just north of Daytona Beach. Travel ninety minutes west to all of Orlando’s glittering attractions, or simply relax on the private beach. Just outside your door, you’ll find a pristine coastal landscape, endless recreation, and ocean views that will carry you as far away as your dreams will take you.

So much more than a hotel room Hammock Beach Resort is designed for gatherings of friends and families, with villas/suites ranging from 700 to 2,350 square feet. Unlike standard hotels, other multi bedroom villas and suites allow you to experience resort living while still enjoying the comforts of home.

The spa offers serenity and luxury with massages, treatments and nail services. Multiple dining options await you here - from fine dining at the water’s edge or casual poolside fare - you will never have to leave the resort! Delfino’s Italian restaurant and the Atlantic Grille overlooking the ocean at The Lodge, were both fabulous in their cuisine, service and ambiance when we visited recently.

“The most beautiful course I have ever played,” said my husband, who has played quite a few courses. Even from a non-golfer’s standpoint, it appears to be one of unparalleled beauty. A Jack Nicklaus signature design, the Ocean Course is Florida’s first oceanfront course since the 1920’s and offers a perfect blend of fun and challenge for players of all levels. Referred to as “The Pebble Beach of the East Coast,” the Ocean Course is one of Nicklaus’ most challenging designs and boasts six holes overlooking the ocean, including a magnificent 468-yard, par four finishing hole that is truly breathtaking. The two immaculate golf courses have been host to PGA Tour events, and tout some of the highest rankings in the state by Golf Magazine, Golf Week and Golf Digest. Designed by legends of the game, each course offers a distinctive style of play surrounded by spectacular views of the natural landscape.

You really can have a turn key vacation here at Hammock Beach.

There is a fitness center offering state-of-the-art equipment, exercises and yoga classes. The Kids Crew, created for guests ages four to twelve, offers a myriad of activities. From scavenger hunts and beach games to fun in the pool, kids love spending the day on their terms, with their friends, while adults get to do the same.

And, there is water, water everywhere! Float down the lazy river, ride the twisting water slide or build a poolside sandcastle; all with full food and beverage service, colorful tropical landscaping, and both sunny and shaded lounge areas. There is truly something for the entire family with separate upper and lower level pools, an adult pool, a swimming pool sized spa, a zero-entry beach pool,

beach volleyball, poolside bar and more. Relax in one of two spas in the semi-private spa garden, play a few sets of classic table tennis, challenge a friend to foosball, splash around the shallow end or enjoy a workout in the lap lanes. Allow them to offer the ultimate pool… the Atlantic Ocean. Relax on the unique pink shell beach or catch a wave. Either way, you will be sitting on top of the world! Towels and chairs are provided, so grab your favorite beach book, slather on some sunscreen and chill out. Whether you stay at The Lodge, Yacht Harbor Village,™ Cinnamon Beach or any other outer core complex accommodation, there’s always a pool nearby. So, get out, get in and splash around!

Spacious living rooms Two golf courses Water Pavilion Visit Hammock Beach for the most important day of your life - get married at this seaside oasis. Seaside nuptials for couples in search of a storybook setting to tie the knot, Hammock Beach Resort provides the backdrop for dream weddings to become a reality. The on-site wedding coordinators oversee every detail for brides and grooms, wedding parties and guests.

After spending less than forty-eight hours here, our family is already planning our week long stay and intend to bring family and friends to this undiscovered paradise. While getting there from middle Tennessee may seem like a bit longer of a jaunt as compared to some other destinations favored here, it is well worth it. Once you lie in one of those hammocks overlooking the expanse of green lawn spilling onto white sand and down to the blue water, you may just close your eyes and never want to get up. This resort has the amenities and options for activities, dining, accommodations, and so much more while also delivering pristine and sublime relaxation simply in its overall ambiance. Make sure you have this unspoiled haven on your vacation agenda soon!

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SOCIAL | Franklin Rodeo “Experience” Photography by K York The Franklin Rodeo “Experience” is the kick-off party for Franklin Noon Rotary Clubs’ sixty-ninth annual Franklin Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Ag Expo. This premiere event gave young Rodeo fans the chance to be in the arena, rope the dummy steer and meet the cowboys, cowgirls and clowns. It was an opportunity for them to see and feel what Jett & Adam Moyer it would be like to be a part of the Rodeo. The evening continued with a little dancing and entertainment by Susie Dobbs. There were pony rides, food trucks and vendors selling cowboy hats and Franklin Rodeo t-shirts. Learn more about the annual Franklin Rodeo at franklinrodeo.com.

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COMMUNITY | Your Charitable Self

FOOD FOR

THOUGHT

BY CATHERINE ROYKA

Summer is the time for big barbecues and fish fry parties with friends and family. A couple churches in the area are hosting some events of their own to give back to the community or to support charitable missions. Learn about some of the events you can attend this July. For more local happenings, visit yourwilliamson.com.

Bethlehem United Methodist Church Fish Fry The biggest backyard party with over 1,800 pounds of fresh catfish is set for Friday, July 20th from 4:30pm-8pm in the Grassland Community of Franklin at Bethlehem United Methodist Church (BUMC) located at 2419 Bethlehem Loop Road off Hillsboro Road.

One of the longest running events in Williamson County (on their forty-fourth year!), Bethlehem’s new minister, Dr. Craig Goff, will be joining the church as senior pastor in July just in time for the good old-fashioned social with bluegrass and R&B/jazz music, all-you-can-eat catfish, free children’s game area – all helping support church missions.

In addition to the Bethlehem Bluegrass Band, the popular Kandi Peppers and her band will be playing on the main stage and Pied Piper Creamery returns again with their delicious ice cream to cool things off.

In addition to pond-raised catfish, hushpuppies, sliced tomatoes, white beans and delicious cole slaw made from a secret church recipe, will be served. The incredible silent auction includes artwork, sports tickets, home décor, themed gift baskets and more.

The bake sale is always a very popular highlight to the event, with a variety of items from cupcakes and bread to brownies and cookies. Jan Speer, co-chair of the Bake Sale, said one of last year’s cookie contest finalists is their featured recipe of the year prepared by BUMC baker, Nancy McNulty, and it is a White Chocolate Oatmeal Cherry Cookie.

Jan said the church is known for some of the best bakers in Franklin and will have a huge variety of delicious treats.

Tickets for adults are $10 in advance at the church and $13 the day of the event.

Children ten and under are $6 and children under three are free. Hot dogs are available for children and a separate carryout serving area is provided.

For more information, contact the church at 615.794.6721 or visit bethlehemumc.com.

2018 Bethlehem UMC Fish Fry Featured Bake Sale Recipe

White Chocolate Oatmeal Cherry Cookies

By Nancy McNulty - Franklin, Tennessee Ingredients: 1 cup of flour ½ teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon salt ½ (1 stick) plus 2 Tablespoons of butter ½ cup of sugar ½ cup of packed dark brown sugar 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup old fashioned oats 1 ½ cups white chocolate chips 1 cup dried tart cherries ½ cup of toasted, chopped pecans Sift the flour, baking soda and salt together. Beat the unsalted butter, sugar and brown sugar in a mixing bowl until creamy. Add the egg and vanilla and beat until creamy. Add in the flour and oats and mix until smooth. Add chips, cherries and pecans into the mixer or mix by hand.

Drop rounds of mix 2 inches apart onto a cookie sheet lined – optionally lined with baking parchment. Bake at 350°F for 15 to 18 minutes or until light brown.

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St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Annual BBQ The Men of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church have been conducting a cookout since 1959 to support various outreach projects throughout the year. What began originally as a fish fry has evolved into a BBQ where nearly a ton of meat is prepared. Pulled pork as well as whole and quartered chickens are smoked and slow cooked on the last Saturday of July each year to go along with all the sides and deserts to make a fantastic meal to eat in or take out. This year’s BBQ will be on Saturday, July 28th from 3pm-7pm in the courtyard of St. Paul’s on 6th Avenue in downtown Franklin. Desserts and refreshments will be available as well as a bounce house for the kids and music for entertainment.

“The St. Paul’s BBQ is our flagship event each year and allows us the resources to provide food to those in need within our community,” says Brandon Sullivan, chair of the 2018 BBQ. “The revenue provided by this BBQ supports our efforts all year to benefit those outside our doors. This is more than just a St. Paul’s BBQ as we have visitors from all across the area that make this an annual event.”

The funds raised by this BBQ allow the group to provide meals to a number of different charities within the community. They provide meals to local groups such as the Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee, Saddle Up! as well as a number of senior citizens in the area.

Tickets and meals may be purchased either at the event the day of, or advance orders by calling the church at 615.790.0527 or visiting their website at stpaulsfranklin.com.

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COMMUNITY | Days Gone By

WILLOW PLUNGE

1942 Willow Plunge Beauties: Mildred Wallace, Eloise Hall, Louise Allen & Dorothy Doak

July 4th, 1948

FRANKLIN’S SUMMER PLAYGROUND

BY RICK WARWICK

A drive out Lewisburg Avenue about a mile from the Public Square, you will cross the railroad tracks and approach Carnton Lane. At that intersection, you will notice an historic marker dedicated to Willow Plunge. For the unfortunate newcomers and those locals not old enough to remember Franklin’s summer playground, it can simply be said, “too bad.” If those passing Carnton Lane will pull over and read the marker, the reader will learn some important social history concerning one of middle Tennessee’s most popular summer venues.

I’m going to take the liberty to reprint the marker text to save you the trouble.

Willow Plunge Opened in 1924, this was the largest outdoor concrete swimming pool in the South. Willow Plunge was owned, and for many years operated by the Claiborne Kinnard family. Water was piped 1,023 feet from a spring to the willow-shaded double pool which measured 75x150 feet and had a capacity of 750,000 gallons. The water was treated by the latest scientific methods of purification and was pure enough to be used for drinking. In 1932 Willow Plunge was named one of the six best equipped pools in the United States. Additional features included a tennis court, 9-hole golf course, miniature golf course, football field, aviation field, and lake. Willow Plunge closed in 1967.

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safety because misbehavior was not tolerated by Mrs. Porter Kinnard or the lifeguards on duty. Any rule-breaker was sent home. The most vivid description of the water in the swimming pool could be summed up with two words, “ice cold.” Many still rave about Mrs. Mary Robinson’s chess pies and Louise Brown’s hamburgers. Teenagers of the 1960s still remember the combo parties under the pavilion with local bands such as the Fairlanes and the still active Exotics.

The Kinnards were fortunate to hire hardworking local students during the summers to keep the pool clean, keep the grass cut, keep the gate and bathhouse, and most important, talented lifeguards.

Over the years, the Kinnards hired pool managers such as Jimmy and Bobby Gentry, A.B. Thomas, Ralph Brown and Milford Brown, all formidable educators and coaches. Swimming skills were also taught by the lifeguards and the versatile Mrs. Inge Smith.

The photographs should surely tell the rest of the story without words. Sadly, the young folks of this modern era will not have the memories their grandparents were able to collect at Franklin’s summer playground - Willow Plunge.

RICK WARWICK Days Gone By | historicfranklin.com Rick has lived in Williamson County since 1970 and has been serving our community for many years. He currently serves as the County Historian at the Heritage Foundation of Williamson County.

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LIFESTYLE | Eat, Drink & Be Merry

BEST STEAK EVER

BY WHITNEY MILLER

In honor of my steak loving husband, I tested the two most popular steak cooking methods. I found lots of recipes online for the best steak but narrowed it down to just two methods. For me, the best steak has a thin crunchy, well-browned exterior with a perfectly pink, juicy, tender meaty interior.

The two “best” steak cooking methods I chose to test side-by-side are sous vide and frozen-to-cook. Because my husband’s favorite cut of meat is a ribeye, I chose it, but any thick-cut steak will work. For cooking styles, I referenced Serious Eats, Chef Steps and Cook’s Illustrated.

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of cooking that allows meats, vegetables, etc. to cook perfectly at their optimal temperature in a water bath. This method is appealing when cooking steak because it ensures that your preferred doneness is achieved. All you have to do is set your sous vide device to the correct temperature, such as medium-rare is 133°F. After an hour or more, your steak will come out perfectly cooked to your liking. To achieve the crunchy, browned exterior, the steak is finished off by searing in a cast iron skillet. My results from this method is that the steak did not taste very seasoned. It was cooked perfectly but it wasn’t melt-in-yourmouth tender. I was definitely missing the flavor from the grill.

The frozen-to-cook is a method I had heard before and laughed at. Why would anyone want to take a perfectly good steak and freeze it? My research indicated that by freezing the steak and then cooking it, you will have a better chance of not overcooking the steak.

Also, this method produces a moister steak with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. The method is easy and straightforward… freeze, sear, season and low and slow in the oven.

The results? The steak was definitely meltin-your-mouth. The seasoning did not come through strong with this steak as well. I was also missing the charcoal grill flavor.

I have decided after testing both methods that I am a purist. My husband agrees

Frozen Steak Cooking Method 2 (1 ½-inch thick) ribeye steaks (about 1 ½ lbs. each) 3 Tablespoons vegetable or canola oil Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper 2 rosemary sprigs 2 Tablespoons salted butter To freeze the steaks, place them on a baking sheet uncovered in the freezer and freeze overnight. Wrap the steaks in plastic wrap and then place in zip top bags. Return to the freezer and freeze for an additional 4 hours or overnight.

Preheat an oven to 275°F. Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high to high heat. Once hot, add the oil. After 30 seconds, add one of the steaks. Cook for a minute to a minute and a half on each side.

Transfer to a plate. Repeat with the second steak. Remove from the skillet from the heat.

Place the second steak on a plate. Season both steaks with salt and pepper.

Place both the steaks back in the skillet and add the rosemary sprigs. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in the steaks reaches 125°F for medium-rare.

Cook longer for your desired finished temperature. Flip the steaks every 15 minutes while cooking.

Transfer the steaks to a plate to rest. Top each steak with a Tablespoon of butter. Serves 2.

Note: When searing the steaks, open your windows and vents to remove as much smoke as possible.

Sous-Vide Steaks 2 (1 ½-inch thick) ribeye steaks (about 1 ½ lbs. each) Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper 4 rosemary sprigs 2 Tablespoons vegetable or canola oil 2 Tablespoons salted butter FROZEN STEAK COOKING METHOD with me. The best steak cooking method is a simple one - grilling. Simply season your ribeye generously with kosher salt and pepper to ensure a flavorful interior and crust. Then, cook the steak on a hot charcoal grill until cooked to your preferred doneness. The icing on top of the cake or in this case steak, is finishing with a pat of butter. It is easy and to me the best way to cook a steak.

WHITNEY MILLER

Eat, Drink & Be Merry whitneymiller.com Instagram: @whitneymillerh Whitney is the season one winner of Fox’s Masterchef, a chef, recipe developer and cookbook author.

She will entertain readers with her Southern charm and treat them with her delicious recipes.

Preheat a sous vide cooker to desired final temperature.

Medium-rare - 129 to 134°F. Medium - 135 to 144°F. Medium-well - 145 to 155°F. I set my sous vide device to 130°F for medium-rare.

Season steaks generously with salt and pepper. Place each steak in a sous vide bag along with a rosemary sprig. Remove as much air as possible from the bags and seal. Place in the preheated water bath with the steaks fully submerged under water. You can clip the top of each bag to the side of the pot to hold them in place.

Cook for 1 to 2 1/2 hours. Do not cook more than 2 ½ hours.

Preheat a cast iron skillet over medium-high to high heat until smoking. Add a Tablespoon of oil and a rosemary sprig. After 30 seconds, add one of the steaks to the skillet. Cook for about a minute per side or until the steak has browned and a crust has formed. I also like to brown the edges of the steak too.

Transfer the steak to a plate to rest. Add a Tablespoon of butter on top. Repeat with the second steak. Serves 2.

Note: When searing the steaks, open your windows and vents to remove as much smoke as possible.

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SOCIAL | Eat the Street Sponsored Event

Photography by Catherine Royka The City of Franklin’s Bicentennial Park was packed with more than thirty food trucks and people excitedly scouring menus to pick out their dinner at the seventh annual Eat the Street food truck festival. Favorites like Retro Snow, The Grilled Cheeserie, Cousin’s Maine Lobster Truck and other local trucks were on hand to serve up some delicious food. The event benefits the 21st District Recovery Court and proceeds support the non-profit's alternative sentencing program for non-violent offenders with addiction issues. The intensive two-year, court supervised recovery program, allows participants to receive the treatment and skills training necessary to become productive citizens. To learn more, visit 21stdc.org.

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COMMUNITY | Pours & Palates

HALFWAY MARKET GOOD FOOD. GOOD PEOPLE.

BY ANNA ROBERTSON HAM

The Halfway Market is a staple eatery for long-time Williamson County locals and new-comers alike. The building itself has been in existence since 1910 and is located at the fork of Carter’s Creek Pike and Southall Road in Franklin. It is said to be the location that is “halfway to anywhere!” Owner Kellye King took over running the market about fifteen years ago and says she loves how it brings people together.

Halfway Market is a country store that offers some groceries, local made products, fresh cooked food and great company. Many go there on a regular basis - including Jimmy Gentry (aka Coach Gentry), and Bubba McMillan, who have both been eating there for fifteen years since Kellye took over the business. They, among others, meet daily at the Market for breakfast and lunch. When asked why they both keep coming back day after day, the answer was simple: “There’s good people and good company,” says Coach Gentry.

Bubba agreed and added that he started coming to eat breakfast and then started coming back for lunch as well. “It has good food, good people and the two sister cooks are good,” explains Bubba.

So, it is easy to say that Halfway Market brings people back over and over again (even twice a day!), for years. But, it is not all regulars. During my visits, I met locals as well as those from out of town. One St. Louis bunch were stopping in for a bite to eat after a tour at Leiper’s Fork Distillery down the road, where they were told to have lunch at Halfway Market for some great food. I spoke to another woman who comes in several times a week because they have the best burgers around, which was also what my own brother-in-law, Johnny Birdsong, told me, and then brought burgers for our office to try and - YES! They are the best burgers I have tasted!

Halfway Market is open Monday through Saturday from 5am to 6pm, closed Sundays and serves breakfast and lunch daily with classics on the menu like their breakfast biscuits and gravy along with their lunchtime favorite, the fried bologna sandwich. During my visits, I have also tried some of their specials you can’t get every day off the menu - the fried pork chop sandwich (available on Fridays), fried chicken (available on Wednesdays), and their coveted catfish and frog legs that are only available in the evening starting at 4pm on the first and third Friday each month during the warmer times of the year. All of these dishes and servings make for a huge meal! You know - like how Grandma used to fill your plate with servings piled high. You eat hearty, you eat well and you leave full.

I really enjoyed all of the meals I tried at Halfway Market, but I do have to say that I am riding the burger bandwagon with almost everyone else when it comes to what I enjoyed the most. I’ve been craving one of those burgers since the last. But, mostly, I have enjoyed seeing the smiling faces when walking through the door. I am not a “regular” yet, but hope to be one as much as possible. I won’t be able to do both breakfast and lunch daily, but maybe I can swing by and join Coach Gentry and Bubba for a meal every now and then. I feel confident that they would throw me a smile, pull up a chair and welcome me to the table as they did when I first chatted with them. Because like they both said: Good food and good people, that is what the Halfway Market is all about.

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Jimmy Gentry

Bubba McMillen

FEATURE | Your Community Partners

DISTINCTIVELY

Southern Gentlemen PHOTOGRAPHY BY MELISSA DELROSSI | STYLING BY DICK SHIPLEY SHOWCASED AT LEIPER’S FORK DISTILLERY | 3381 SOUTHALL ROAD | FRANKLIN, TN 37064 | LEIPERSFORKDISTILLERY.COM

Get to know the Gentlemen.

The definition of gentleman can include good manners, chivalry, being ethical and so on, depending on who you ask. But there seems to be a distinct difference when it comes to what is a Southern Gentleman. These are an entire distinguished breed of the well-mannered man - including being well dressed, well spoken, charitable, hardworking, family focused, mindful, notable and so much more. Williamson County is, fortunately, a place where many Southern Gentlemen reside and work - including our 2018 Distinctively Southern Gentlemen featured in this issue. These men have been nominated by their community and recognized for the work that they do and the way that they carry themselves. Learn more about these fine fellas who were also game enough to be models for a day and showcase some Southern Gentleman fashion. These looks are styled by Dick Shipley of Dillard’s CoolSprings and showcased at the beautiful Leiper’s Fork Distillery. Find these featured fashions by visiting Dillard’s of CoolSprings Galleria or by going to dillards.com.

LEE KENNEDY PROPRIETOR/HEAD DISTILLER OF LEIPER’S FORK DISTILLERY

Lee and his wife, Lynlee, moved from Nashville to Franklin in 2002, but Lee’s family has lived in the Hillsboro - Leiper’s Fork area since 1805. Their family currently resides on an eighty-acre farm outside of Franklin with their two boys, Locke and Cates, where they raise horses, cows, chickens, as well as growing corn and other grains for the distillery. Lee is the Proprietor and Head Distiller of Leiper’s Fork Distillery and assists with creative control for the distillery, deciding what products are going to be launched and how they will be created.

He enjoys the fact that the distillery is resurrecting a lost art and heritage in our county. Lee loves the rich history of the county and feels lucky to be so close to the rich cultural heritage here like the Civil War battlefields, the Natchez Trace, and even the world-renowned music and musicians. Despite the enormous influx of people moving here from all over, Lee believes Franklin and Williamson County has found a way to maintain its small town feel and that makes it a very intimate community and a great place to raise a family.

“MY KIDS INSPIRE ME TO WORK HARDER, BE BETTER AND DO MORE. I HAVE AN UNQUENCHABLE PASSION FOR WHAT I DO BUT MY MAIN MOTIVATION IS TO PROVIDE SOMETHING GREAT FOR THEM, WHETHER THAT IS A BUSINESS OR FISHING MEMORIES.” -LEE KENNEDY

Lee is wearing dark blue linen/cotton sport jacket; white with blue window-pane shirt and celery colored wool crepe trouser all by Hart Schaffner Marx; silk fancy pocket square from Cremieux. All items available at Dillard’s of CoolSprings Galleria.

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MARK JOHNSON REGIONAL PRESIDENT OF MARS PETCARE

Mark and his family have called Williamson County home since 2014 and have loved every second. He says even though they have been here a relatively short time in the area, it is easy to see why this is a great place to be long term. Mark has worked with Mars for thirty-one years and the industry has always been an exciting one for him and one he has a personal connection to since he started working there at the age of eighteen. Their newest initiative that launched in Franklin last year, BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ program, is working to make cities across the country more pet-friendly. Something Mark and his fellow employees are passionate about is giving back to the local communities, like the Mars Volunteer program, that assists with building dog parks and renovating local shelters.

“FOR ME, TO BE A SOUTHERN GENTLEMAN IS ABOUT BEING THE BEST PERSON I CAN BE – AT HOME, AT WORK, AND IN THE COMMUNITY. BUT IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT DOING THIS FOR YOURSELF – IT’S ALSO ABOUT HELPING OTHERS DO THE SAME. IF WE LOOK AT BEING A GENTLEMAN THROUGH THIS LENS, IT’S ALL ABOUT RESPECTING AND EMPOWERING THOSE AROUND YOU, LISTENING AND BEING OPEN TO NEW IDEAS, AND BEING A CHALLENGING VOICE TO PUSH OTHERS BEYOND WHAT THEY BELIEVE THEMSELVES CAPABLE OF ACHIEVING.” -MARK JOHNSON

Mark is wearing a gray wool sharkskin suit by Hart Schaffner Marx. Available at Dillard’s of CoolSprings Galleria.

JIM ROBERTS

ERNIE REYNOLDS

RETIRED, FORMER COO OF PATTERSON INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

OWNER OF OUTDOOR CLASSIC STRUCTURES

Jim and his family moved to Franklin in June of 1977 from Memphis. Since then, Jim served as an administrator of Stites & Harbison for seventeen years.

He also spent seventeen years in management positions with Cummings Signs and lastly, served as COO of Patterson Intellectual Property Law. After a long and accomplished career, he retired in March of 2016. Jim feels blessed to be a member of the Williamson County community and feels that it is incumbent to give back to it. He has participated with Leadership Franklin, served on the boards of United Way and Waves, First Presbyterian Church, Franklin Tomorrow and the Historic Franklin Zoning Commission.

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Ernie Reynolds grew up on a two-acre farm near Maryland Farms. His family knew a lot the owners of local gas stations, grocery stores, hardware stores, various restaurants and the apothecary. Each being the faces of their businesses, Ernie recalls, is something that has, and continues to give Franklin it’s “special charm.” He has always had an appreciation for those so involved in their business and the community, and that is exactly what inspired him to open his own. He began his professional career by founding and managing his own business, a landscape production company. Twentythree years later, he sold that to become a full-time collegiate coach and instructor. Now, he owns and operates Outdoor Classic Structures and is a certified Arborist and General Contractor. He uses his business to not only serve Franklin and the surrounding areas, but also to stay involved with non-profits such as the Downtown Franklin Association, The Heritage Foundation, CASA and Leadership Franklin.

“A GENTLEMAN, IN WORDS AND DEEDS, SHOULD BE POLITE, COURTEOUS AND RESPECTFUL TO ALL HE COMES IN CONTACT. FOR ME, I HOPE I HAVE BEEN AND WILL CONTINUE TO BE A POSITIVE EXAMPLE TO MY THREE SONS AND THEIR FAMILIES.” –JIM ROBERTS

“PEOPLE I HAVE TERMED GENTLEMEN IN LIFE, AND WHO I WANT TO BE MORE LIKE, ARE MEN WHOSE CORE TRAITS SUCH AS DILIGENCE, INTELLECTUAL CURIOSITY, GENEROSITY AND HUMILITY MAKE THEM EASY TO BE AROUND AND VALUABLE TO HAVE AS FRIENDS.” –ERNIE REYNOLDS

Jim is wearing a wool multi glen-plaid suit by Hart Schaffner Marx (exclusive for Dillard’s CoolSprings); light periwinkle colored tone-on-tone dress shirt by Dillard’s Gold label; woven silk retropatterned tie by Cremieux; black calfskin belt and split-toe shoes by Johnston-Murphy; patterned socks by Cremieux. All items available at Dillard’s of CoolSprings Galleria.

Ernie is wearing a blue/brown/cream district-check sportcoat by Hart Schaffner Marx (Made-to-Measure Collection); heather brown wool & elastane single pleated trousers by Hart Schaffner Marx; tan tattersall shirt

by Dillard’s Gold Label; woven silk striped tie by Ted Baker of London; burnished chestnut Italian leather monk-strap shoes by Magnanni; belt and socks by Cremieux. All items available at Dillard’s of CoolSprings Galleria.

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JEFF LONG WILLIAMSON COUNTY SHERIFF

For the past forty-five years, Williamson County Sheriff Jeff Long has dedicated his life to his community through law enforcement. He has served as Assistant District Attorney General for the 21st Judicial District, Special Agent in Charge for the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Investigator for the 21st Judicial District Attorney General, Arson Investigator with the Tennessee Fire Marshall’s Office, Captain of the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, Federal Hospital Police Officer with the Veterans Administration Hospital and Deputy Sheriff with the Decatur County Sheriff’s Office, all of which lead him to eventually becoming the Sheriff of Williamson County. Being the chief law enforcement officer for Williamson County, his duties include keeping the peace, attending the courts, serving the process and orders of the courts and operating the jail. He also oversees a staff of 360 employees and a reserve force of thirty-five. Through all of these roles, he provides safety for approximately 225,000 residents.

“I THINK A GENTLEMAN MUST SHOW RESPECT, HONESTY, INTEGRITY WITH HIGH STANDARDS, COMPASSION, TRUTHFULNESS AND BE HONORABLE. A GENTLEMAN OF DISTINCTION SHOULD BE HELD TO EVEN A HIGHER STANDARD, FOR HE IS LOOKED AT BY THE COMMUNITY ON A DAILY BASIS TO MEET THESE STANDARDS.” -JEFF LONG

Jeff is wearing a blue window-pane wool suit by Hart Schaffner Marx; cotton striped shirt by Dillard’s Gold Label; silk foulard tie by David Donahue; brown belt and capped wing-tip shoes by Johnston-Murphy; striped socks by Cremieux. All items available at Dillard’s of CoolSprings Galleria.

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“I BELIEVE THAT A GENTLEMAN IS SOMEONE THAT TREATS EVERYONE WITH RESPECT. I THINK A PERSON’S WORD IS EVERYTHING, AND I TRY TO DO THINGS THE RIGHT WAY. I AM SO THANKFUL TO CALL WILLIAMSON COUNTY HOME AND TO BE ABLE TO RAISE MY FAMILY HERE.” - MARK PURYEAR

MARK PURYEAR, III PARTNER AT PURYEAR, NEWMAN & MORTON

Mark has lived in the Williamson County community since he was six years old. Following graduation from the University of Tennessee College of Law, he worked in the District Attorney’s Office in the 21st Judicial District for five years and ten transitioned into a private practice in 1997 and has been with Puryear, Newman & Morton since then. Their law firm is located in historic downtown Franklin, and Mark and his partners try to serve all the needs of their community, remaining active in many volunteer organizations. Mark has previously been involved with local organizations like Williamson County Bar Association, Franklin Noon Rotary Club and United Way of Williamson County to name a few. Mark believes his personal accomplishment in life is raising his three children, Mark, Sarah and Michael with his wife Elizabeth, who he has been married to for twenty-six years.

Mark is wearing a burnt orange silk and wool sport jacket by Hart Schaffner Marx (exclusive for Dillard’s CoolSprings); soft white flat-front wool trousers by Hart Schaffner Marx; royal oxford cloth striped dress shirt by Cremieux; silk 7-fold paisley tie by Cremieux; acorn leather loafers, socks and belt by Cole-Haan. All items available at Dillard’s of CoolSprings Galleria.

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COMMUNITY | In Your Backyard

ALTON BROWN GREAT SLIDER SHOWDOWN BRINGS CELEBRITY JUDGE TO WILLIAMSON COUNTY

MADE SOUTH’s inaugural Great Slider Showdown takes place on June 30th at The Factory at Franklin and will showcase the slider creations from ten talented chefs - all competing for the Goldens’ Slider Prize. The winning chef will take home $3,000 cash, a brand new Golden’s Cast Iron Cooker and an automatic entry into the 2018 World Chef Challenge! Who determines the best of the best when it comes to the most mouth-watering slider? That would be the decision of the guest judges, one of which who is the well-known television personality Alton Brown.

YW: What are you looking forward to at this year’s event? What do you hope to see from the competitors’ entries?

AB: They’re sliders… so...

Alton is most well-known for his creation of the show Good Eats, which he hosted and ran for fourteen years on Food Network. He has also been seen as the host on Cutthroat Kitchen, Feasting on Asphalt and Feasting on Waves and serves as the culinary commentator on Iron Chef America. He is a bestselling author and has written eight books that surround food and cooking.

YW: What do you have coming up next you would like our readers to know about?

AB: The Good Eats Reboot is a pretty big deal...

We wanted to learn more from Alton about his career, life and decision to be a part of the Great Slider Showdown, so we had a little Q&A with him recently. Here is what Alton had to say: YW: When and how did your culinary passion begin?

AB: The first time I tasted Gaines Burgers dog food. Chuckle.

YW: What brought you into the path of being a television personality?

How has it changed your life and/or views?

AB: I never really hoped to be a television personality. I had simply hoped to have a television… and a personality. I just filled out the form wrong.

YW: What is one of the highlights of your career so far?

AB: Getting to eat a lot of sliders on a Saturday in Tennessee.

YW: What is one of your favorite recipes or favorite things to cook/create?

AB: I get a lot of joy out of just scrambling eggs.

YW: How did you become involved in the Great Slider Showdown event?

AB: They invited me.

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YW: What else are you looking forward to doing or seeing while being in Williamson County and/or the middle Tennessee area?

AB: I hear Franklin is a cool town and I kinda collect cool Southern town experiences.

YW: Since this interview will be featured in our Summer Issue, which is our annual Gentleman’s Edition, we would love to hear from you on what do you think it means to be a Southern Gentleman? What qualities or characteristics should a Gentleman possess or practice?

AB: Being a Southern Gentleman means always being courteous…

No matter what.

Plan to go see Alton, the fellow judges and the ten chefs as they battle it out at MADE SOUTH’s Great Slider Showdown. Made South was envisioned and founded by Christopher Thomas, who wanted to create events that celebrate the best makers, food, drink, music and art in the South. Learn more about MADE SOUTH and the Great Slider Showdown at madesouth.com.

LIFESTYLE | A Spirited Conversation

WHISKEY! What is It Exactly?

BY LEE KENNEDY

what is considered to be grains.

A question we hear quite a bit in the still house is, “What is the difference between whiskey and bourbon?” Not intending to sound sarcastic, I will answer, “That is like me asking you; what is the difference between a human and a mammal? Not all mammals are humans, but all humans are definitely mammals.” The same can be said of bourbon and whiskey. Not all whiskeys are bourbons, but all bourbons are definitely whiskey. Thinking in those terms, the broad category of whiskey can be considered the “species,” with sub-species being a long list of which Bourbon, Tennessee, Scotch and Irish whiskeys are all a part.

Scotch and Irish whiskey is produced from barley and in the case of Single Malt Scotch; made from 100% malted barley. Bourbon, to the chagrin of our Kentucky brothers and sisters, can be made only in the United States of America but in all fifty states, thus making bourbon America’s official native spirit. Bourbon also has to be made with at least 51% corn. Corn, like bourbon, is America’s official native grain. The more tedious and less known parameters of bourbon production are as follows; distilled at less than 160 proof for flavor, barreled in new American oak at 125 proof or less, and bottled at eighty proof or more.

It would seem that the world is having a love affair with whiskey. The word whiskey is invoked in the writing of numerous song lyrics, one can purchase bourbon barrel aged soy sauce and select a paint color called “Whiskey Oak,” among other things. According to the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States, sales of super premium Tennessee Whiskey and Bourbon grew at a rate of 148% between 2012-2017.

Despite whiskey pervading so many facets of our society, there seems to be a lack of understanding of exactly what whiskey is.

As proprietor and head distiller of Leiper’s Fork Distillery here in Williamson County, I have had the opportunity to meet and give tours to a vast number of guests who have visited our distillery since 2016. As part of my tour, I have developed a game to determine 70 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | SUMMER 2018

the knowledge base of our guests. Towards the beginning of the tour I will pull a koozie from my pocket and declare that whoever can give the simplest, most basic definition of whiskey will win the prize. I find that fewer than 5% of our guests know the correct answer. During this game I am really looking for one word in order to award someone with the grand prize. That one word is grain.

By definition, whiskey is a distilled beverage produced from a mixture of water and fermented grain. In the distilling industry, we call this fermented mixture distiller’s beer or mash. Under this definition, one could technically produce a whiskey from anything considered a grain. If the consumer searches hard enough they will find whiskey made from quinoa, rice or even from a little-known grain called spelt. The common denominator of all these is that they are produced from

To the horror of many Tennesseans, the federal government does not make a distinction between Tennessee whiskey and bourbon. The government allows us to have our argument down south but, to them, Tennessee whiskey is bourbon. Tennessee whiskey is produced under the same rules and regulations as bourbon but with two additional requirements; it must obviously be made in the state of Tennessee and, before barreling, the whiskey must be filtered through a layer of sugar maple charcoal.

This technique, called charcoal mellowing, removes oils in the whiskey that are carried over during the distillation process. This effectively “smooths” the spirit as it travels through the charcoal; hence the lyric, “Smooth as Tennessee whiskey.” Bourbon fans say the mellowing process strips out flavor. Both of these statements have validity.

Recipe by: Zachary Helton, The Drink Whisperer. Zachary is a Williamson County local and award-winning bartender. Having won Nashville’s Bartender Bash and Woodford Reserves Manhattan Experience in the past. He has been featured on episodes of PBS’s Volunteer Gardener. The Drink Whisperer is his private bartending business available for events or consulting.

The Whiskey Cocktail Made the Old Fashioned Way 2.5 oz. Hunter’s Barrel Select Bourbon

• Put all ingredients into a Mixing Glass filled with ice

.5 oz. Simple Syrup

• Stir and Strain

2 dashes Angostura Bitters

• Double Old Fashion Glass with Fresh Ice Cube(s)

1 dash Fee Bros. Orange Bitters 1 dash Reagan’s Orange Bitters

• Garnish with Orange Zest

The Cocktail was first written in May of 1806 in a New Jersey newspaper called Balance & Columbian Repository. It was described as a mixture of Spirit, sugar, bitters and water.

Tennessee whiskey tends to be lighter due to charcoal mellowing and bourbon tends to be more robust and full bodied.

The subject of whiskey and its different types can be a daunting subject, but I believe to truly love something it is necessary to understand it first. Whiskey and its production have always been a big part of the history and fabric of our country. The renaissance we are currently seeing in American whiskeys is exciting to witness and we invite all those who love and respect it to understand it as well.

Before drinks had entertaining names like we do today, they were simply called The Improved, The Standard or The Improvised Whiskey Cocktails. It was not until 1888, that a barman by the name of Theodore Prew, from Chicago’s Chapman Gore’s Bar, named it the Old Fashion.

During Prohibition we started to see the addition of fruit to cover the smell and taste of rectified whiskey, and simple syrup to make this drink as quickly as possible. Remember, Speakeasy’s were illegal and often had to close on a moments notice and receive their whiskeys from whatever Gangster in town had some. Using the recipe given today, you can honor a little bit of yesterday.

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LIFESTYLE | A Southern Gentleman is...

A HUMBLE

Hero

BY TIM KEARNS

Everyone across the U.S. are probably familiar with the name James Shaw, Jr. His name and story have been in the headlines since the early morning of April 22, 2018. Most of us may never know if given the same situation, we would have the courage to confront the gunman and wrestle the weapon from him. That night at Waffle House in Antioch, James did just that. His thought was, ‘I chose to react because I didn’t want to die. I just wanted to live. I didn’t really fight that man to save everyone’s life, I was saving my life.’ In the process, James forced the gun away from the shooter, which ended the killing spree. He has spent days and weeks following the event being interviewed across the U.S. on TV, recognized by dignitaries and thanked by the President. The split-second decision he made under stress was heroic and the way he has carried himself in the media storm since that day, has made Nashville proud. In my book, he is a Humble Hero!

Officer James Williams

I have found heroes are all around us; in Williamson County we have our own “Humble Heroes.” Franklin Police Officer James Williams is one of those guys. I recently had the opportunity to talk to him about an emergency he encountered on Murfreesboro Road in Franklin while conducting a traffic accident investigation. March 24th, 2018 at the lunch rush hour, he was finishing his paperwork from a traffic accident when a Mercedes approached at high speed and screeched to a halt in front of him. A woman exited the car with

her six-month-old baby girl who was choking, turning blue and having seizures. The mother handed the baby to Officer Williams asked him to save her child. It is in that very moment when heroes are born! The EMS and Franklin Fire Department, who were on the scene earlier, were gone. His reaction and previous experience in firefighting, military and police training kicked in. Clearing her airway was his immediate instinct, so he turned her over on his forearm and sharply struck her back until she was able to regurgitate what she ingested.

Eleanor, as he later found out was her name, continued to seizure while Officer Williams cared for her until EMS arrived back at the scene to transport her to Williamson Medical Center.

He said that experience has altered his life; he reflects on his own two-year-old daughter and the now one-month old son (his wife was pregnant on the day of the accident). He quotes James 4:14 For you are like vapor that appears for a little while, then vanishes. “You can’t take anything for granted, the smallest things mean so much more now.” In that moment the panicked mother put the most precious possession in her world in Officer Williams hands. She was looking for a miracle and hoping that Eleanor’s hero, in the form of a Franklin Police Officer would save her... and he did. I asked him how people who knew him best would describe him; he said “passionate, he gives his all,” “loving” and “respects everyone.” I was moved by his story, his ability to switch gears and act under pressure. I am proud that

“A woman exited the car with her six-month-old baby girl who was choking, turning blue and having seizures. The mother handed the baby to Officer Williams asked him to save her child.”

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Officer James Williams and the great men and women are patrolling the City of Franklin. I am absolutely sure this humble hero, Officer James Williams is a Southern Gentleman!

I also called Sherriff Jeff Long to ask if there might be any Humble Heroes in the Williamson County Sheriff’s department.

I was able to spend time with Deputy Sherriff Jose Mojica talking about a situation he was involved in on April 27th, 2018 in Franklin. He stops regularly for his morning coffee in a Berry Farms Market where he befriended a married couple who works together there. Knowing her husband wasn’t feeling well a few days earlier, Jose spoke to the wife and asked about her husband. She told Deputy Mojica her husband was in the back of the store on break and he should go talk to him. When Deputy Mojica found her husband, he was slumped over a chair; purple, not breathing, had no pulse and eyes wide open. He immediately laid the gentleman on his back on the floor and began to instruct the wife how to do chest compressions. He ran outside to his squad car to get his AED device to shock his heart back into rhythm while simultaneously calling on his radio for ambulance assistance. A bystander offered to help, and Deputy Mojica gave him a mask to provide breaths along with the wife’s compressions. About the time he was ready to place the AED pads on him; the husband took a deep breath and regained a

heart rhythm. The ambulance that Deputy Mojica requested earlier arrived to transport the gentleman to Vanderbilt. He quickly stabilized and has now already returned to work! It was the quick and calm reaction of Deputy Mojica that helped this gentleman live to tell his story.

I asked him how his friends and family would describe him; he pulls out his phone and calls his wife Jennifer... she said, “He’s a hardworking man and I’m not saying that just because I’m married to him! He’s a people person with a big heart who loves to help others.”

I’m sure the married couple who now consider him their hero, are glad he still makes his regular coffee stops!

There are many humble heroes in Your Williamson County and I am honored to have met these great Southern Gentleman!

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 thirtythree years and married to Bess Kearns for thirty-two years. All of his commitments are for the long haul!

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PRISCILLA KIRKPATRICK AWARDED LEADERSHIP FRANKLIN SCHOLARSHIP Leadership Franklin has awarded its 2018 Scholarship in the amount of $1,500 to Priscilla Kirkpatrick, a recent graduate of Franklin High School. She plans to attend Samford University beginning this fall. At Franklin High School, Kirkpatrick was a member of the tennis and swimming teams. An honor student, she was also involved in theatre. She has volunteered extensively outside of school at the Veterans Hospital, Williamson County Animal Control and Grace Community Church. Leadership Franklin Scholarships are awarded annually based on a combination of scholarship application points, community involvement, and quality of essay. Scholarships are available to high school seniors and current college students who live in Williamson County. Leadership Franklin is a nonprofit organization that develops leadership and community engagement and furthers a vision for Franklin and Williamson County. More information can be found at leadershipfranklin.org.

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THE LOTZ HOUSE RECEIVES TRIPADVISOR CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE The historic Lotz House, located in downtown Franklin, has received a 2017 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for the eighth year in a row. The Certificate of Excellence is awarded to attractions with consistently high visitor ratings, and the Lotz House has maintained a five-star rating on the site since opening to the public in 2008. These impressive ratings rank Lotz House as the number one attraction in Franklin, among a community with many wonderful historical attractions. The Lotz House has been on the National Historic Register since 1976 and is located in the heart of downtown historic Franklin at ground zero of the pivotal Civil War battle, the Battle of Franklin. The house is open Monday through Saturday from 9am-5pm and Sunday from 1pm4pm or by appointment. The Lotz House is located in Franklin at 1111 Columbia Avenue and offers Battlefield Walking Tours, Cellar Tours and tours of the McGavock Confederate Cemetery. For more information on tours, call 615.790.7190 or visit lotzhouse.com.

SOCIAL | Women in Business Spring Mixer Photography by K. York The Williamson, Inc. Women in Business gathered at the Stone House of Arrington Vineyards for their Red, White and Rose Spring Mixer. Guests enjoyed tasting the Vineyards’ awardwinning wines, participating in floral design workshops and networking. The Women in Business branch of the Chamber organize monthly events to address important issues that impact careers and community, and provide support and mentoring to other women in business. Guests departed with a gift of one of the delicate table arrangement, compliments of Belles Fleurs and Leigh Bawcom Events. To learn more about Women in Business and their events, go to williamsonchamber.com.

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SOCIAL | BBB Songwriter’s Night Sponsored Event

Photography by K. York The second Better Business Bureau Songwriter’s Night was a fun and entertaining musical event that took place at Liberty Hall in the Factory at Franklin.

Songwriters Aaron Barker, Jon Nite and Billy Dawson shared the stories behind some of their best hits before performing them for the crowd. Everyone enjoyed dinner, spirits tasting and a silent and live auction.

The event supports the Integrity Foundation’s mission to be the leading resource for the community that spotlights the importance of integrity in the music industry. For more information, visit bbb.org.

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BUSINESS | The Scoop

The Scoop continued WILLIAMSON MEDICAL GROUP’S ELIZABETH LINDSEY, M.D., RELOCATES PRACTICE TO FRANKLIN, WELCOMES NEW PROVIDER Williamson Medical Group gastroenterologist Elizabeth Lindsey, M.D., moved to Physicians Plaza on the Williamson Medical Center in May. The practice was previously located in Tollgate Medical Plaza in Thompson’s Station. In her Franklin practice, Lindsey will be joined by certified family nurse practitioner Janet Daily, NP-C, AANP. Daily received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Memphis in 1994, and her Master of Science in Nursing from the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing in 2011. She previously worked with gastroenterology patients at Saint Thomas Medical Partners in Lebanon. The Physicians Plaza practice will be located at 100 Covey Drive, Suite 304, in Franklin. Patients may reach the office by calling 615.791.2330 between 8am and 4:30pm Monday through Friday.

COLUMBIA STATE ANNOUNCES VP FOR THE WILLIAMSON CAMPUS AND VP FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS Columbia State Community College announced Dr. Dearl Lampley as the new Vice President for the Williamson Campus and External Services, and Ruth Ann (Cissy) Holt as the new Vice President for Student Affairs. Lampley currently serves as dean for the Science, Technology and Mathematics Division at Columbia State. He has been a faculty member at the college since 1998, has served as a program director and was the 2006-2008 Faculty Senate president. Lampley will be responsible for providing dynamic and strategic leadership for executive administration through collaborative leadership for strategic advancement of the Williamson Campus, workforce programs, economic development and partnerships; advancing college, community, and business relations and programs in Williamson County. Holt currently holds the title of dean of access, southern campuses and regional services, and most recently assumed the role of Interim Vice President for student enrollment, engagement and services. In that role, her duties have included the oversight of athletics, enrollment services, testing, regional services and southern campuses, the Office of Adult Services and Reconnect, evening services for Columbia Campus, the TRiO program and the newly formed department of student engagement. Get more information about Columbia State at columbiastate.edu.

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RALPH DRURY NAMED 2018 LEADERSHIP FRANKLIN DIRECTORS AWARD RECIPIENT Ralph Drury, founder and CEO Emeritus of the Drury Group and community volunteer, has been named the 2018 Leadership Franklin Directors Award recipient.

Since arriving in Franklin in 1978, the Kentucky native and insurance professional has been active in the community. He is the founding member of Mercy Children’s Clinic, Franklin City Club, and The Hundred Club of Franklin. Drury is a member of the Williamson, Inc., and past board member of numerous organizations including the Downtown Franklin Association, Williamson Medical Foundation and Heritage Foundation. In 2001, Drury founded A Vintage Affair, a nonprofit organization that leverages boutique wine and spirits to raise funds for local charities in Williamson County which has raised more than $1.5 million for organizations benefiting causes relative to local women and children. In addition, AVA has contributed $600,000.00 to equip the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Williamson Medical Center and the new adjoining Monroe Carell, Jr. Children’s Hospital Vanderbilt since 2005.

Leadership Franklin is a nonprofit organization that develops leadership and community engagement and furthers a vision for Franklin and Williamson County. More information can be found at leadershipfranklin.org.

FIRST CITIZENS NATIONAL BANK CELEBRATES NEWEST LOCATION First Citizens National Bank hosted an Open House and Ribbon Cutting this spring at its newest location on 2035 Wall Street, Spring Hill. Jeff Agee, President & CEO, stated, “We are proud to open our third financial center in such a dynamic market. Opening another financial center in Middle Tennessee has been part of our long-term plans, and our teammates look forward to providing superior customer service to our existing and new customers.” First Citizens National Bank operates from twenty-four locations in Tennessee. In addition to Spring Hill, middle Tennessee locations include 9045 Carothers Parkway and 1304 Murfreesboro Road in Franklin. Established in 1889 in Dyer County, the bank today has approximately $1.7 Billion in assets and serves markets throughout eleven Tennessee counties. FirstCNB is a full-service community bank offering deposit, lending, wealth management, cash management, trust, insurance, and investments.

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SOCIAL | Juneteenth Celebration

Photography by Melissa DelRossi The McLemore House and the African American Heritage Society has hosted the Juneteenth Celebration, commemorating the end of slavery, for fourteen years in Franklin.

Also known as Freedom Day, locals get together each year rejoicing with food, games, music, prizes and the celebration of community with one another. Standing inside the McLemore House which is named after Harvey McLemore, a former slave who built the house, one can’t help but feel the energy it retains. Watching members raise the Juneteenth flag, one witnesses the history and love that continues to reside at this residence, as community members gather year after year to honor the unbreakable spirit of freedom. To find out more about the annual Juneteenth Celebration or to learn more about the history of the McLemore House Museum, visit mclemorehouse.com.

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SOCIAL | State of the City Address Photography by Haley Anthony Franklin Mayor Ken Moore gave his eighth State of the City presentation to Franklin residents at the Factory at Franklin. In keeping with the theme of “Back to the Future,” Moore donned denim, Nikes and a red vest. A video presentation took everyone in the room back in time to learn about some of the troubles, decisions and improvements over the last three decades in Franklin.

Moore addressed coming projects including plans to build a new city hall in the next decade, new sidewalks, road projects and Franklin’s need for affordable housing. Breakfast was provided by the Franklin Breakfast Rotary. To learn more about City of Franklin events, services and projects, visit franklintn.gov.

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BUSINESS | We’re in the Money

They always remember me by name.

WHICH EMERGING TECH TRENDS CAN HELP YOUR BOTTOM LINE?

BY KEVIN HERRINGTON

When you take a look at the technology of today, it’s easy to assume that the future has arrived. We have smartphones that can deliver us information in less than a second, wearable technology that can help us track our health in real-time and even virtual reality simulators that can transport us to seemingly anywhere at any time.

But with all these emerging technology trends, which ones are forecasted to help you actually increase revenue? Let’s take a look at some of 2018’s most buzzed about bottom-line boosters — and how you can best leverage them for yourself.

SMART IS HERE TO STAY Smartphones have been a staple for years, but other smart devices are seeing a surge in popularity for both personal and business applications.

Voice-controlled “virtual assistants” connect us with the Internet of Things (IoT) by only having to speak a few words — and the first businesses have already started to incorporate them into the workplace.

Studies have shown that these IoT devices are improving performance and cutting costs in the industrial sector, and with some financial institutions already syncing up their services with virtual assistants, many other industries are sure to make moves in this smart direction.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE YIELDS REAL RESULTS While big businesses have been raking in the results from datamining for years, newer, more nuanced methods of Artificial Intelligence (AI) can benefit small and mid-sized businesses as well.

Pulling information from previous search history, frequently visited websites or even upcoming life events such as a wedding or birth, AI gathers and interprets information that can be used to get your product in front of the people that would be the most interested.

And with data-gathering software able to more easily identify and piece together information in a usable way, AI can help you recognize potential customers before they even know they need your product or service, giving you an earlier advantage than ever before.

APPS ARE EVOLVING Apps have moved beyond being merely addictive games that people play on their phones to pass the time. With entrepreneurs creating apps to help consumers save time or increase their accessibility to services, apps have become an opportunistic gateway into previously untapped markets. And businesses owners, take note: a well-designed, user-friendly app for your business can work wonders, driving engagement and adding convenience to your customer experience.

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BUSINESS | Your Business Partner

MEET MEG HOPKINS L INTR AN SI T . O R G

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MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST AT WILLIAMSON, INC.

This month, we visited with Meg Hopkins, Marketing & Communications Specialist, at Williamson, Inc. We were very interested to learn what Meg does and how it all helps to impact growing business in Williamson County.

YW: Are you from Williamson County?

MH: I am one of the many that relocated here to Williamson County.

Originally, I am from the Finger Lakes area located in upstate New York. After graduating from the University of Vermont and needing a change, I decided to hop in my car and move down to the middle Tennessee region after visiting Nashville during a cross-country road trip. That has been by far one of the best decisions I have ever made.

YW: What do you love about Williamson County?

MH: Since I am from a small-town, I love that Franklin and Williamson County have that small-town feel while still offering endless opportunity for work and play. I also enjoy the people that live and work here. Between the Williamson, Inc. staff and our members, I always feel well connected to the Williamson County community.

YW: What does a typical day at Williamson, Inc, look like for you?

MH: No day is ever the same at Williamson, Inc. and that is why I love it so much. I work evenly with the Chamber and Economic Development Teams, meaning that there is always something new that needs to be created or updated. Between social media, website updates, promotional and campaign materials, Member Spotlights and other tasks that pop up, I can usually fill my days up

with something different.

YW: What’s the most rewarding part of your job?

MH: I love being able to connect people to new ideas and information. By being part of the marketing team, I am constantly trying to raise awareness of our new members, new businesses and organizations in Williamson County, member events and milestones, strategic growth within Williamson County and so much more. Being able to tell our story along with our members’ stories is something that truly excites me. I am always thinking of new ways in which we can help benefit our members by helping to promote them!

YW: How does Williamson, Inc. differ from other companies you’ve worked for?

MH: Our office culture is truly unique. I have never worked for an organization so small but so very mighty. We all work very well together to make sure the job gets done to the best of our abilities. Even though we are the Chamber of Commerce and Office of Economic Development and have two teams, we all work as one and use each of our expertise to go above and beyond.

YW: What do you do on weekends?

MH: My weekends are spent listening to live music and watching performers do what they love to do. I enjoy being surrounded by people doing what they are passionate about. When I am not being swept off my feet by a live performance or discovering a new restaurant and eating my weight in new flavors, you can find me working out in Whites Creek at Basil & Bergamot. Being surrounded by people and live music one day and then by flowers and quiet the next is my ideal weekend!

Learn more about Williamson, Inc.’s people, events and information about joining by calling 615.771.1912 or by visiting williamsonchamber.com.

BUSINESS | Ribbon Cuttings

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

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Healthy Natural Products 2015 Wall Street, #105 Spring Hill, TN 37174

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FEATURE | A Little Something Extra

B A R RY A L E X A N D E R ’ S

CLASSIC CARS

BY PAIGE ATWELL

Ba

rry Alexander

When you walk into the office of BA Properties, it may seem like just your average work space.

But if you take a left and head down the back hallway, you might be surprised. Behind the door, you will find the one of a kind car collection of Barry Alexander.

Surrounded by bright lights, vintage signage and a fully stocked bar, this space is the ultimate car collector’s dream.

Each car is kept polished in perfect condition. From pristine, vintage Chevy’s, to a 1970 Stage 1 GS 455, the collection itself is timeless.

Working with cars since he was six, it should come as no surprise that this collection belongs to Barry Alexander.

He got his start by helping out his father in his gas stations, then in founding Alexander Automotive franchises in Franklin, Columbia, Murfreesboro and Cookeville. Today, he owns multiple businesses, including Alexander Automotive, Harpeth Towing and Recovery, AAG Financial, BA Properties, J Alexander Real Estate and Barry Alexander Farms.

While he started his dealerships working with Fords, his interest quickly grew to all things auto. As the dealership and his businesses continued to grow, so did his passion for the industry.

So how do you start collecting cars? Well, it’s certainly its own trade. But when you’ve been in the industry as long as Barry has, the cars start to come to you. “When you go to auction and people see you buying, they start to call you,” says Barry.

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“It’s just me.

I’m just a car guy.”

With such a large collection and only so much space to house it, collecting these gems efficiently, comes down to a process, but it’s not as difficult as some might think. To put it simply, it all revolves around the familiar concept of quality over quantity.

“When you collect something, you inspect it. If it doesn’t meet my criteria, then I sell it,” says Barry.

And what does that criteria entail? Why only the best of the best of course.

Sticking to this tactic has gotten Barry a plethora of some of the finest, most rare vehicles in the country.

His collection ranges from a modern Corvette, vintage Jaguars, and of course, a classic Ford Thunderbird.

Even though the space is filled bumper to bumper, Barry has no plans to expand any time soon. “I’m not looking to expand, I’d rather just keep the best of the best in here,” says Barry.

While Barry has his day-today car (a Ford F150), that he drives just like everyone else, he still holds all of his cars close. In the midst of owning multiple businesses, the space is his place to unwind. With pool tables,

leather couches, bar space and TV’s, it’s a complete oasis. “It’s my man cave, I could live here if I needed to,” Barry laughs.

While there may be other car collectors like himself, Barry explains that there are always things that sets each collection apart, and that is that each car is a reflection of the personality of the collector. Barry’s is a unique collection of rare and classic models that take you back in time to appreciate the rich history of this industry.

But to be in this business, it all boils down to one simple thing; and that is that you have to love cars. And if one thing is for certain, it’s that Barry certainly does.

“It’s just me,” says Barry. “I’m just a car guy.”

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COMMUNITY | Your Kids

“Without support from her spouse, your wife cannot be her best at work or home.”

LOVE & SUPPORT

BY GINGER JONES

When both partners work, there is an undeniable need for supportive interactions between spouses. At times it can feel like compromises are everywhere to make it work. Here are some helpful tips and reminders for husbands with wives who work outside of the home.

KNOW THAT MOM-GUILT IS REAL. We have come a long way in our society in regard to working moms, but that does not mean that mom guilt is gone completely - there will still be days where your spouse may feel guilty for having to get on a conference call instead of meeting you with the kids for lunch or a field trip. If you have the ability to be there with your child send your wife pictures of the kids engaged in activities or text the score of the baseball game. This will help her to feel like she isn’t completely missing out.

KNOW THAT SHE IS SOMETIMES TORN. Regardless of how much your wife loves her job, I can guarantee you at times (and probably often) she is torn between loving her work and her passion and the want and need to be a regular presence in the home.

PRAISE HER EFFORTS. I have never met a woman who didn’t enjoy hearing what a great job she was doing. Some women value this more than others and can be a massive change in your spouse’s attitude if they are feeling praised and appreciated. If your wife’s love language is words of affirmation, then this is a must.

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HAVE OPEN AND HONEST CONVERSATIONS ABOUT THE DIVISION OF DUTIES. Chances are there are some tasks that each of you despise and some that you don’t mind. Have a conversation about those and split the responsibilities accordingly. Sometimes things at work (for either of you) will mean that these tasks are neglected, but if both partners are working outside the home, then home life will be more harmonious and balanced if the household chores are shared. If you have the income to outsource household tasks, then that can help to keep things done at home no matter how busy things are at work.

TAKE PRIDE IN HER SUCCESS. Do not think of her success as a burden. Be proud of her success don’t be full of too much pride to celebrate her!

Without support from her spouse, your wife cannot be her best at work or home.

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SOCIAL | CASA Voices for Children

Photography by K. York Williamson County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), held their seventh annual Voices for Children event at the Barn at Sycamore Farms in Arrington. Executive Director, Marianne Schroer, addressed the crowd and thanked many special guests for their support with special gratitude given to the visionary behind the organization, Judge Judy Franks. Valerie, a CASA advocate, shared her day as a voice for the children and a moving skit from a of a child’s view of living in the abuse was performed. CASA gives neglected or abused children a voice in the court system and ensures that every child is placed in a safe and permanent home. All of the funds raised from this annual event stays in our community to help make a difference in the lives of our children. For more information, visit williamsoncountycasa.org.

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AVOIDING THE “SUMMER SLUMP” HELPS IN PREPARING FOR COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

BY RANDALL BEDWELL

DO WHAT YOU LOVE For the rising senior, summer is a time for growth. Having fun is allowed and even encouraged! So how can you have a summer that’s fun, but also meaningful and leads the kind of character development that colleges want?

Encourage your teen to do something that challenges them to stretch their thinking.

This summer is about exploring what sparks their passions and may lead to declaring a major that reflects that passion, not just a passing interest. Inspire them to make the summer experience an extension of who they are and who they may want to be in the future.

CONSIDER THE COLLEGE ESSAY In “Crafting Your College Essay,” a free download on the College Path Consultants website, we discuss how to follow the advice of Ralph Waldo Emerson: “It’s the journey that matters, not the destination.”

Creating that meaningful journey over the summer allows students to grow in ways that will reflect in their maturity, life experiences, and “voice,” particularly as it pertains to the essay on the Common Application.

START A COMMUNITY PROJECT Student-based initiatives like Diversity Leadership Project allow students to hone their communication skills, become campus leaders and gain favorable admission to competitive colleges where diversity is highly-valued. These students are garnering huge scholarships for creating and executing community-based projects - and college admissions officers are paying attention.

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during the early decision process. Visiting colleges and filing an application for early action shows the applicant is enthusiastic about the school, and most qualified applicants generally apply to colleges before the early decision deadline. Before you apply, though, you will need to make a campus visit. Most colleges expect you to schedule an official campus tour. If you skip this essential part of the relationship building process, don’t be surprised if your application is rejected or wait-listed, even with your “safety” schools.

Rising high school seniors need to make this summer productive if they are looking for scholarships to help pay their college tuition next year. These next two months should be a time for pursuing academic and extracurricular interests that enhance college applications and increase chances for leadership and academic scholarships. It’s the last chance to impress admissions officers, so you want your teens engaged in something meaningful in order to have the best chance at getting in and landing coveted scholarships.

Students who undertake meaningful summer experiences differentiate themselves from their peers.

Those students are the students admissions officers are looking for. Here’s some tips on how we recommend high school students spend the summer before their senior year:

MAKING CONTACT Inspire your teen to become their own self-advocate and develop new relationships with their target schools.

Ongoing communication with admissions advisors, attending admissions events, and making an official campus visit are definite advantages when an application comes before the Admissions Committee.

If admissions counselors know your child and the contributions they can make as a student, it makes the decision a no-brainer.

In short, the more substantive contact your teen has with the school, the better their chances for admission.

Summer can be a time of relaxation for both parent and student. However, by taking a few necessary steps now you can avoid some of the college planning stress that comes with senior year. A little dedicated time during the summer dedicated to college admissions tasks will reduce stress, increase admissions and scholarship opportunities, and make the college planning process and fun and meaningful time in your student’s life.

Certified College Planner Randall Bedwell has helped hundreds of students find the “right fit” college and receive thousands of dollars in leadership, academic, and athletic scholarships. For more information, go to randall@collegepathconsultants.com.

SOCIAL | Great Futures Gala Sponsored Event

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County artist Sarah Darling dazzled the crowd before special guest Brad Paisley took the stage for an intimate concert. Fans enjoyed his question and answer session between sets with young Boys & Girls Club members. The Gala is the Club’s largest fundraiser and supports more than 4,000 kids annually at nine clubs across middle Tennessee. To learn more about the Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee, go to bgcmt.org.

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LIFESTYLE | Read Between the Lines

A Murder in Music City ONE MAN’S INVESTIGATION INTO A DECADES-OLD CRIME In 1997, Michael Bishop accidentally discovered a hidden file in Nashville’s Metro Archives that contained information about a legendary babysitter murder from 1964. Eighteen-year-old Michael Bishop babysitter Paula Herring was murdered in her home while her six-yearold brother apparently sleeps through the grisly event. A few months later, a judge’s son was convicted of the crime.

Decades after the slaying, the author stumbled upon a secret file related to the case. Realizing the potentially explosive nature of the contents, he quietly launched a multi-decade private investigation and eventually consulted with top forensic experts, including forensic psychologist Richard Walter (aka “the living Sherlock Holmes”), while working on the mystery in his spare time... And he uncovered the truth. What really happened is completely different from what the public was led to believe.

The manuscript about his journey was picked up by a New York Literary Agency and a New York publisher purchased the North American rights to the book which was released on September 5th, 2017. The book is entitled: A Murder in Music City: Corruption, Scandal and the Framing of an Innocent Man. Now, for the first time, author Michael Bishop reveals the true story. Including interviews with the original defense attorney and a murder confession elicited from a nursinghome resident, the information presented here will change Nashville history forever. In this true-crime page-turner, the author lays out compelling evidence that a circle of powerful citizens were key participants in the crime and the subsequent cover-up. The ne’er-do-well judge’s son, who was falsely accused and sent to prison, proved to be the perfect setup man.

The perpetrators used his checkered history to conceal the real facts for over half a century.

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We had a little Q & A with Michael Bishop about his book, A Murder in Music City, and here is what he had to say: YW: Did you anticipate this story and research turning into a published work?

YW: Were you ever concerned digging up this past incident and exposing it?

MB: In August 1997 I thought I was simply helping a friend do some research into approximately forty stories from Nashville.

The babysitter story, Paula Herring, was one of those, and the more I looked into it, the more obvious it became to me that something was really wrong with the 1964 tragedy.

It didn’t add up. By 2012, I knew who was involved, how powerful they were, and that nothing would ever be done formally through the justice system, at least that was my opinion. That’s when I began to move forward with writing about the journey to the truth and eventually a lawyer, Amy Everhart, who has an office in downtown Franklin, reviewed the manuscript for me, offered some much-needed legal advice, and suggested that I pitch the story to some of the literary agents in New York.

MB: Most certainly. I didn’t tell my own siblings that I had been working on this story until a few weeks before the final edit went to press this past Summer-2017. Meaning, for twenty years they had no clue. Why? My goal was to minimize any chance that I would be hindered from discovering the truth, and also because I knew how powerful the people were who were involved in the story.

YW: What do you think about the overall response you have received? Has any of it been negative?

MB: In early 2017, I was told by a former newspaper reporter in Nashville that if the story/book were ever published it would be “casually dismissed.” I suppose that comment was born out of jealousy or perhaps an attempt at again protecting the insiders. Thankfully, the exact opposite has happened and I’ve been stunned at the overwhelmingly positive reception to the story. I have no regrets in this regard, in part because of the small role I was able to play in bringing to light Paula’s story, the reasons behind the framing of John Randolph Clarke for Paula’s murder, and the discovery that a “suicide” by one of the character’s in the book was not a suicide at all.

YW: Do you have plans for future works?

MB: Yes, this summer I’m working on a novel set in the South. Someday I may circle back to the True Crime genre, but nothing to report as of yet.

Michael Bishop, resides in middle Tennessee and is a sales executive for a major healthcare learning company. He earned a Bachelor’s degree from Freed Hardeman College (now University), and Master’s degree from the University of Tennessee – Knoxville, the same school that Paula Herring attended.

There has been a Paula Herring Memorial Scholarship Fund created to honor Paula by a group of her friends, family members, classmates and teammates. It is managed and distributed by The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee and will provide a perpetual educational scholarship in Paula’s name. To learn more and to make a donation, visit cfmt.org.

Michael’s work, A Murder in Music City, was published by Prometheus Books and can be found at most major book distributors, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble and Books-A-Million.

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Along the trail, hikers collected tokens that were redeemed for beer samples once they completed the quest. Nashville food trucks, Fly Boys and The Love Bus, provided the food. Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to a mission of environmental education and research, restoration of native flora and fauna, conservation and protection of natural resources and spreading awareness about the enjoyment of nature.

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FEATURE | Up the Road

LET’S GO TO

Tupelo Honey

BY SHELLY ROBERTSON BIRDSONG

You might not immediately think – hey, I might go to Tupelo, Mississippi on vacation. But if you do make the trek down the Natchez Trace from Williamson County to this quaint spot (and it’s truly a straight shot on the Trace by the way – not a turn in sight); you will be pleasantly surprised.

Tupelo is not only historic in its own right but also, of course, historic because of the most famous performer in rock and roll history – Elvis Presley - was born here. And for fans of the King – the Elvis Presley Festival which takes place in June in Tupelo, can be all the motivation needed to travel south. Or for those, who don’t know their Elvis from their Pearl Jam – well it’s going to be fun for you too!

From buffalo parks and $12 million car collections to one of the country’s most popular national parks and the birthplace of an international icon, things you thought could never happen in a small town like Tupelo happen all the time. That includes fabulous getaways where people make a connection — to each other and to Tupelo!

The Natchez Trace Parkway, one of America’s Top 10 National Parks, is headquartered in Tupelo, Mississippi – where the power of possibility helped turn a primitive trail into a national scenic treasure. Traveled by Native Americans over 8,000 years ago, the Natchez Trace Parkway spans 444 miles and reaches from Natchez, Mississippi, to Nashville, Tennessee. In Tupelo, guests can explore the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center and discover the parkway’s history and inhabitants. For visitor information on the Natchez Trace Parkway, visit scenictrace.com.

Next up: The Elvis Presley journey! Elvis Presley was born in a tworoom house in East Tupelo where he grew up dreaming of becoming a superhero with wavy hair, a cape, and a lightning bolt on his chest. For his tenth birthday, his mother bought him a guitar from Tupelo Hardware Company. Ten years later, he made his first gold record. Imagine what it was like for this young man and his family as they journeyed from 92 YOURWILLIAMSON.COM | SUMMER 2018

poverty and the rural south of the 50’s to legendary fame, wealth and mystique the world over. And it all started in Tupelo! Of course, if you come for the festival itself, you can participate in concerts, exhibits, the famous Elvis Presley Impersonator competition, tours and parties and so much more – all celebrating Tupelo’s most famous citizen of all time.

Can’t make it down in June – well, you are in for a treat I suspect most anytime of the year, as you stroll the unique and historic downtown area, enjoying shops and sights as well as fabulous eateries. Your day has to begin with the coffee house and bakery – Butterbean. I didn’t know what an Oreo ball was before visiting here – but I do now. Yummo. And yes, that can be for breakfast!

Move on to Kermit’s Outlaw Kitchen about supper time (that’s dinner for you non-southerners)! And no this isn’t a saloon, but rather a truly eclectic eatery with an atmosphere and ambiance that goes hand and hand with some pretty scrumptious food options. Tupelo has become, in recent years, a mecca of both great food and beverage options but also a musical beacon for anyone with an appreciation of southern rock, rockabilly, country and of course, the blues. Your taste buds and ears won’t be disappointed with a trip to Tupelo.

Make Tupelo yours by planning the perfect trip.

Contact the Tupelo Convention & Visitors Bureau for more information and find out what Tupelo is all about, honey!

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FEATURE | Arts & Culture

Nashville Symphony Conductor, Giancarlo Guerrero, Orchestrates a Cultural Influence on Music City

BY CATHERINE ROYKA

For those that don’t know Nashville well, one might think it is purely a country music destination, but it is so much more. Country music is just one aspect of the vibrant art scene here. Giancarlo Guerrero, Conductor and Music Director of the Nashville Symphony, has helped the music scene grow in diversity and has helped to continue to make Nashville a leading destination for visitors and residents to experience all types of music and art.

What started as a hobby to keep him busy after school turned into a life passion. Born in Nicaragua during a time of unrest and a civil war, his family decided to move to Costa Rica. His father always thought he had an ear for music and encouraged him to work with the youth symphony orchestra program starting at the age of eleven.

Giancarlo wanted to study music at a deeper level, and moved to the United States to study percussion at Baylor University.

“Like most music students, one of the mandatory classes was conducting,” says Giancarlo.

“My teacher at the time said, ‘you have a natural talent for this.’ I respected this teacher and I went along with it and here I am now!” This encouragement from his teacher guided him to pursue a masters degree at Northwestern University in conducting and percussion.

Following his schooling, he went back to Costa Rica to work with an ensemble there. While in Costa Rica, he also met his wife, Shirley.

He then moved to Venezuela where he worked with an orchestra for three years, then landed a job with the Minnesota Orchestra

as associate conductor for five years. One of his guest invitations was to be a guest conductor for the Nashville Symphony during the process of building the new hall.

Sadly, Maestro Schermerhorn passed away the weekend he arrived, and all of a sudden, Giancarlo’s concert became somewhat of a memorial service to the Maestro. During this intimate concert, Giancarlo felt an immediate chemistry and connection between him and the orchestra. In 2009, Giancarlo called this area home when he accepted the position as music director and conductor for the Nashville Symphony.

2025, and that is on purpose,” he says. “My wife and I made a conscious decision to be here. Look at where I am, the hall I have the opportunity to work in, the fabulous orchestra. Where am I going to go? We are so happy here! 2025 was thought of in the sense that my girls will finish high school and college. And even after that, we don’t see any point in thinking of leaving, we have made such a wonderful life here – it is incredibly rewarding. This is my home base, wherever I go in the world, I am always looking forward to coming back home, sitting on my back porch and listening to Metallica.”

IN TUNE WITH THE COMMUNITY Giancarlo’s contract is still in effect for quite a few more years and he could not be happier to continue working with his Symphony family. He also has loved living and working in both Williamson and Davidson Counties. “My contract is until

His family moved to the Williamson County area over ten years ago and it has been the perfect place to live and raise a family.

“We love the fact that we have so many great restaurants to choose from and parks and activities. We are very happy here. We are very excited to continue to be part of this growing community and look forward to many years here.”

MUSICAL JOURNEY Through his work, Giancarlo has had the unique opportunity to travel all around the world.

Experiencing different cultures has given him the chance to learn from different artists, try out new projects and add unique elements to his craft.

“It is a responsibility of the professional musicians of today, not only to train the next generation of musicians, but at the same time become ambassadors for their art form beyond the concert hall.”

Interacting with different musicians and audiences has taught Giancarlo a thing or two.

“Every audience is a reflection of how the orchestra presents a performance to them – one of my jobs here as music director is to present what I think is relevant in Nashville,” he says.

“Everyone is different, and that is interesting to see.” Not only

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does he keep up with his busy schedule with the Symphony, he is occasionally a guest conductor and has upcoming performances in Brazil, Germany and Spain. He also recently completed his first season with Wroclaw Philharmonic in Poland as music director and principal guest conductor of the

Gulbenkian Orchestra in Lisbon.

Next on Giancarlo’s radar is working with an orchestra in China. “In the last few years, a lot of concert halls have opened, they are making huge investments in the infrastructures there,” he says. “It is like

a new frontier for classical music, people can’t get enough of it. I would love the opportunity to work with an orchestra in China since they are a new market to this music. Places like Europe, they are so established in tradition, and that can sometimes get in the way. China is becoming a wonderful site for experimenting – bringing a new and refreshing experience back to us.”

THE NEXT GENERATION With budget cuts in schools, culture is the first thing that gets cut. Giancarlo encourages orchestras including the Nashville Symphony to step up and make sure kids still have access to music in all shapes and forms. “Playing an instrument and having access to music or playing in an ensemble, if we don’t do that, we aren’t going to have an audience in fifty years. When music becomes part of people’s lives, when they become older, it is just a natural need for them, they come to concerts because they don’t know any different, it is what they grew up with. But if you take that away, you can basically accept that we can live without it - that’s not a world I want to live in.”

He believes it is imperative to continue to train and have art accessible to all to keep the cycle going for the future of our art.

“It is a responsibility of the professional musicians of today, not only to train the next generation of musicians, but at the same time become ambassadors for their art form beyond the concert hall,” he explains. “All of our musicians in the orchestra teach in the local schools here and at the universities, they have private studios here for lessons.

They are heavily involved in the musical life of Nashville and so am I. ”

“We are just adding to the conversation and nowadays, Music City in every sense of the word, we welcome, we appreciate, we are receptive to all types of genres, as long as it is played at the highest level.”

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The talent at the university and high school levels constantly amazes Giancarlo. He and his wife Shirley have two daughters who attend Brentwood High School and both have been involved in music there. Giancarlo has also conducted the National Anthem there at times. “Our art form is only getting better, the level these students are playing at is a testament to the training they are receiving. I better keep up my practicing, I am thankful every day I have a job, when I see the level of competition that is coming out, it is incredible.”

MUSIC CITY “Nothing gives me more pleasure than walking out of the Schermerhorn after

“This is my home base, wherever I go in the world, I am always looking forward to coming back home, sitting on my back porch and listening to Metallica.” a concert and seeing the energy in that downtown area. There might be a concert coming out of Bridgestone, a football game ending at Nissan Stadium, the Broadway crowd, maybe a show at the Ryman, Ascend Amphitheater or TPAC. We all come out at the same time, and we do not take from each other, we all complement one another. That to me is the magic of Nashville – it is all about music being performed at the highest level, the genre doesn’t matter.”

“I am always looking for excuses to collaborate, I get inspired seeing them do the work that they do. We are just adding to the conversation and nowadays Music City in every sense of the word, we welcome, we appreciate, we are receptive to all types of genres.”

Not only does Giancarlo appreciate the rich music scene here, but his guests that come to the Symphony sure do, too. “When I finish a concert, Broadway is where guests want to go. There they are with their cello or violins at Tootsie’s or Rippy’s. Anywhere you go, there is live music. I love to do it myself, we walk up and down Broadway taking it all in. I’ve done that with Yo-Yo Ma – all the major artists - I am more than happy to serve as a tour guide!

People that visit all think it will be country music that we hear out, but it is a variety; they are in shock.” Many of the visitors take full advantage of the history the area has to offer too, with walking tours in Franklin and Nashville, visiting the Country Music Hall of Fame, to name a few.

THE SEASON AHEAD “We always build from the previous season,” he says. “To me, every concert has memorable experiences. I always look forward to the guests that come which tend to be dear friends who I have not seen in a while.” Nashville’s adventurous programming and robust recording schedule has brought the Nashville Symphony thirteen GRAMMY Awards along with worldwide acclaim and audience reach (fitting for a Music City institution, of course).

“We have a few recordings that we are finishing and just received a couple more GRAMMY’S this year. I can’t wait to continue expanding that library and that part of the orchestra’s history.

When you look at the entire season, it is the who is who of great music that come to the Schermerhorn. It is not only classical, we manage to make the hall a welcoming space for anyone, regardless of where they came from or who they are, we are responsible for creating the necessary events and excuses for them to go see that.

This is their concert hall, and it is our responsibility to make sure that everything we put there has a sense of welcoming and relevance that make people say, this is for me. One of the things that gives me great pleasure is when I look out into the audience and I see the difference in ages, diversity and people from every walk of life, and they will tell you that their lives are being changed from every performance. It’s not about coming to listen to music, that thought is very limited, this has to move you... that is our job to give you an experience that you will never forget.”

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The River Nile is the longest river in the world.

It measures 6,695 kilometers

Found in the Pacific Ocean, the Mariana Trench is the deepest known point in the world’s oceans.

from its source in Burundi to its delta on the Mediterranean Sea.

The deepest lake in the world is Lake Baikal in Siberia, Russia. It is 1,637m at its deepest point.

The total amount of water on the earth is about 326 million cubic miles of water. Of all the water on the Earth, humans can used only about three tenths of a percent of this water. Such usable water is found in groundwater aquifers, rivers and freshwater lakes.

The freezing point of water lowers as the amount of salt dissolved in at increases. With average levels of salt, seawater freezes at -2 °C (28.4 °F).

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