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Kate Spade

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Tory Burch

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Absolution

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Abide Studio • Act Too Players • Advantage Models & Talent • Always In Bloom • Amish Excellence • Annette Charles Fashion Boutique • Antiques at The Factory • Art Row at the Factory • Artisan GuitarsBoiler Room Theatre • Boxwood Bistro • Cherie's Unique Collections • Dave's Barber Shop • Eric Lankford Metal Art • Essy's Rug Gallery • Franklin Farmers Market • Gulf Pride Seafood

Happy Tales Humane • ISI Defensive Driving • J Kelley Studios • Jeremy Cowart Photography • John Cannon Fine Art • Journey Church • Juel Salon • J Chastain Photo • Imagine, Fine Art GalleryLittle Cottage Children’s Shoppe • Little Cottage Toys • Liz & Bella's Gift Shoppe • Mark Casserly Architectural Woodworking • Music City Dog House • Nashville Film Institute

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TABLE OFcontents

Holiday Gift Guide 16

Magnificent Christmas Decor 11

publisher’s letter 4

featured event: ‘tis the season 14

calendar: december 15

your chef 43

your look: holiday trends 26

charitable self: salvation army 35

community partner: perfectly placed by kelly 44

scoop 46

camera ready & ribbon cuttings 50

My Friend’s House Open House 9

‘Tis the Season Holiday Marketplace 10

Laughter for the Children 12

Haunted Trails of Horror 13

Wine Down Main Street 18

Veterans Day Parade 20

Santa Comes to Cool Springs 24

Franklin - Williamson County Chamber Mixer 25

Swirl, Sip & Savor 27

Battle of the BBQ & Chili Cook-of 28

Pumpkinfest 29

Dancing with the Nashville Stars 30

Sally Poe Dedication 32

Healthy Living & Lifestyles Expo 33

Young Professionals Joint Mixer 34

Rock the Power Concert 36

Race for the Cure 38

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Happy Tales Humane • ISI Defensive Driving • J Kelley Studios • Jeremy Cowart Photography • John Cannon Fine Art • Journey Church • Juel Salon • J Chastain Photo • Imagine, Fine Art GalleryLittle Cottage Children’s Shoppe • Little Cottage Toys • Liz & Bella's Gift Shoppe • Mark Casserly Architectural Woodworking • Music City Dog House • Nashville Film Institute

Nature's Art • O'More College • Family General Store • Robinson Taekwondo • Saffire Restaurant • Second Impressions • SouthBranch Nursery • SouthGate Studio & Fine Art • Springtree Media Group Stonebridge Gallery • Story People Plus • Stoveworks Restaurant • The Double Barrel • The Sweet Shoppe • Third Coast Clay • Times Past & Present • The Viking Store • Tuscan Iron Entries • Wedding 101

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works of area artists were featured in the silent art auction. Cork in the Fork is truly an elegant event with a country twist. Th e monies raised allow the community association to assist with the entertaining public events held in the village throughout the year.

Terry Sullivan, Teresa Byram, Kendra & John Anderson

Patrick Cooke, Charlie Kaser, Gayle Burrows & Bryan Woody

Beth Ingram, Mary Murphy, Dee Hudson & Marcia Leach

Alexandra Prudente & Becky Black

Anne Goetze, Tony Creasy & Bridget Jones Dave Pickell & Patty Kennedy

Jennifer Bickerstaff & Heidi Green

Randy Abrams, Vickie Cummins, Ronnie Welch, Catherine Ellison, Kristen & Zack Houser

Brett Spivey, Cliff & Rhonda Walker, & Angie Spivey

Amy Demonbreun, Leslie Drewery & Courtney Williams

Doug & Brenda Hale, Judge Judy Franks, Jimmy Franks, Michael & Kathleen McClellan

Denise Andre & Judy Lynch Herbert

Ashley Roberts & Kim Helper

Kevin & Jennifer Hacke

Lydia Miller, Janet Th arpe & Ken Moore

Linda Harvey & Mark Hilliard

Zolo’s Restaurant

Jennifer Russell & Annette ByrdSteve & Sammye Lee, Tom, Sarah Beth & Amy Stephenson

Friends and supporters of My Friend’s House gathered at Lillie Belle’s in downtown Franklin

to celebrate and preview the plans and a model of the agency’s new facility. Dr. Mark Hilliard presented a gift of furnishings and interior design from O’More College of Design and A Vintage Aff air presented a check for $50,000 to get the

contributions rolling. It was an honor for Judge Jane Franks, her family and friends to see how the work she started has transcended into such a highly respected organization that continues to grow in every aspect providing assistance to the troubled male youth in Williamson County.

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The historic Leiper’s Fork Village recently hosted their

third annual Cork in the Fork fundraiser. Patrons enjoyed tasting gourmet foods, sipping select wines and listening to awesome entertainers in over a dozen unique locations. Th e

works of area artists were featured in the silent art auction. Cork in the Fork is truly an elegant event with a country twist. Th e monies raised allow the community association to assist with the entertaining public events held in the village throughout the year.

Terry Sullivan, Teresa Byram, Kendra & John Anderson

Patrick Cooke, Charlie Kaser, Gayle Burrows & Bryan Woody

Beth Ingram, Mary Murphy, Dee Hudson & Marcia Leach

Alexandra Prudente & Becky Black

Anne Goetze, Tony Creasy & Bridget Jones Dave Pickell & Patty Kennedy

Jennifer Bickerstaff & Heidi Green

Randy Abrams, Vickie Cummins, Ronnie Welch, Catherine Ellison, Kristen & Zack Houser

Brett Spivey, Cliff & Rhonda Walker, & Angie Spivey

Amy Demonbreun, Leslie Drewery & Courtney Williams

Doug & Brenda Hale, Judge Judy Franks, Jimmy Franks, Michael & Kathleen McClellan

Denise Andre & Judy Lynch Herbert

Ashley Roberts & Kim Helper

Kevin & Jennifer Hacke

Lydia Miller, Janet Th arpe & Ken Moore

Linda Harvey & Mark Hilliard

Zolo’s Restaurant

Jennifer Russell & Annette ByrdSteve & Sammye Lee, Tom, Sarah Beth & Amy Stephenson

Friends and supporters of My Friend’s House gathered at Lillie Belle’s in downtown Franklin

to celebrate and preview the plans and a model of the agency’s new facility. Dr. Mark Hilliard presented a gift of furnishings and interior design from O’More College of Design and A Vintage Aff air presented a check for $50,000 to get the

contributions rolling. It was an honor for Judge Jane Franks, her family and friends to see how the work she started has transcended into such a highly respected organization that continues to grow in every aspect providing assistance to the troubled male youth in Williamson County.

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From wreaths and trees to garland and bows, decorative touches throughout the home add to the joy of the holidays. Th e holiday season can often take on a life of its own for those of us who embrace the “more is more” decorating philosophy during this festive time of year. I thoroughly enjoy others’ holiday decor mania and appreciate the years of eff ort exerted in displaying, investing and storing the numerous boxes of decor. I too have an equal appreciation for those who fi nd

that decorating in moderation off ers the “less is more” philosophy during this overwhelming time of year. Th e true beauty in holiday decor is that regardless of how contemporary or traditional, gilded or glossy your style may be, it is more about participating in the spirit of the season during this most magical time of year. Th is section contains some of the best and brightest decorating ideas. I hope they inspire you to deck your halls. Here are some of our favorites.

Find these fabulous decorations at Harpeth True Value Hardware & Franklin Flower & Gift Gallery

� e best of all gi� s around any Christmas tree: the presence of a happy family all wrapped up in each other. ~Burton Hillis

Glitz and Glitter

Crowning Glory Santa’s Helpers

Snow and Ice

Rustic Elegance

Magni� cent Welcome

White Christmas

Story & Photography by Amy Hebden

Andrea White & Ashley Holloway

Summer Jackson & Alex Burrow

Shilynn McRae, Eslisha Stevens & Michelle Herbert

Angela Moretti Goddard & Brittainy Kolemba

Margo Fort Hall, Jillian Waters & Sarah Creekmore Woodall

Allison Ellis & Karen ThompsonCarrie Beth Shelton, Kelly McMullen & Whitney Conyers Allyson Camp & Lauren Staley& Whitney Conyers

Beth Knott & Anne Elizabeth McIntoshEmily Anderson & Kristin Simpson

Genia Gilchrist & Deb Rosenbury

Susannah Wood & Kathryn Good

Lisa Dastuto, Marry Johnson & Karen SalthouseMcIntosh Jenney Keaty & Mary Beth Haltom

Tis’ the Season Holiday Marketplace – Girl’s Night OutStory and photography by Amy Hebden

‘Tis the Season Holiday Marketplace is a three-day shopping event filled with aisle after aisle of upscale gifts from over 100 unique merchants across the country. The pre-party was the Girl’s Night Out – Mischief and Magic shopping extravaganza. There was music, food and of course lots of shopping and great discounts to enjoy. In its fifth year, ‘Tis the Season is a major fundraiser for the Junior League of Nashville with all proceeds going directly into the community to support the mission of improving the lives of women, children, and families.

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From wreaths and trees to garland and bows, decorative touches throughout the home add to the joy of the holidays. Th e holiday season can often take on a life of its own for those of us who embrace the “more is more” decorating philosophy during this festive time of year. I thoroughly enjoy others’ holiday decor mania and appreciate the years of eff ort exerted in displaying, investing and storing the numerous boxes of decor. I too have an equal appreciation for those who fi nd

that decorating in moderation off ers the “less is more” philosophy during this overwhelming time of year. Th e true beauty in holiday decor is that regardless of how contemporary or traditional, gilded or glossy your style may be, it is more about participating in the spirit of the season during this most magical time of year. Th is section contains some of the best and brightest decorating ideas. I hope they inspire you to deck your halls. Here are some of our favorites.

Find these fabulous decorations at Harpeth True Value Hardware & Franklin Flower & Gift Gallery

� e best of all gi� s around any Christmas tree: the presence of a happy family all wrapped up in each other. ~Burton Hillis

Glitz and Glitter

Crowning Glory Santa’s Helpers

Snow and Ice

Rustic Elegance

Magni� cent Welcome

White Christmas


Andrea White & Ashley Holloway

Summer Jackson & Alex Burrow

Shilynn McRae, Eslisha Stevens & Michelle Herbert

Angela Moretti Goddard & Brittainy Kolemba

Margo Fort Hall, Jillian Waters & Sarah Creekmore Woodall

Allison Ellis & Karen ThompsonCarrie Beth Shelton, Kelly McMullen & Whitney Conyers Allyson Camp & Lauren Staley& Whitney Conyers

Beth Knott & Anne Elizabeth McIntoshEmily Anderson & Kristin Simpson

Genia Gilchrist & Deb Rosenbury

Susannah Wood & Kathryn Good

Lisa Dastuto, Marry Johnson & Karen SalthouseMcIntosh Jenney Keaty & Mary Beth Haltom

Tis’ the Season Holiday Marketplace – Girl’s Night OutStory and photography by Amy Hebden

‘Tis the Season Holiday Marketplace is a three-day shopping event filled with aisle after aisle of upscale gifts from over 100 unique merchants across the country. The pre-party was the Girl’s Night Out – Mischief and Magic shopping extravaganza. There was music, food and of course lots of shopping and great discounts to enjoy. In its fifth year, ‘Tis the Season is a major fundraiser for the Junior League of Nashville with all proceeds going directly into the community to support the mission of improving the lives of women, children, and families.


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Jason & Amanda HilbelinkLaura Barnes, Judi Gerdesmaier, John Harron & Ken Gardesmaier

Kristen & John Dernbach

Jim & R.J. Baker, Kim Brannon

Cathy Altenbern, Pam Dishman & Phil Wenk

Rhonda Cymbala, Sheila Cook & Julie Steele

Ron Rossmann, Lisa & Kevin Vinett

Mary Baker, Mary & John Patterson

Vanda Campbell & DeeDee Sudarshan

Laughter for the ChildrenStory & Photography by Anna Robertson

Mary Baker, Donna & Scott Wilson

Natalie & Evan Ruggiero

Laughter for the Children, the annual fundraising event for Monroe Harding, was held in November at The Factory at Franklin. There was stand-up comedy, a live and silent auction, dinner and entertainment throughout the evening. Monroe Harding is a school devoted to guiding and supporting the most vulnerable youth to help them gain personal independence and success within a safe learning environment. For information on Monroe Harding, go to www.monroeharding.org.

Haunted Story and Photography by K. YorkTrails of Horror

It was a spooktacular evening at the Franklin Recreation

Complex as the boo-tastic DJ had the masses doing the Monster Mash and dancing to “Thriller.” Tractors pulled hay filled trailers full of the brave at heart, through the haunted forest where they

encountered ghosts & goblins, Snow White and zombies, all brought to life by the Franklin High School Drama Club. Games had everyone eager to win a trip to the candy bucket. It was a spooktacular Hall-o-ween event for the whole family.

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Piper, Brittney & BJ Bolin

Allison Monroe & ‘Caesar’ Chase Barham

Benicia, Marcia, Kaye, Paige, Cassandra & Lori (Williamson Rec Center Admin Staff)

Doug Harris

Jake Tropauer, Amanda Wehby, Meredith Wilken, Reagan & Ashton Turner

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Casey Finnerty, Jamie Busch, Mary Theriot, Emerson Cook & Colleen WeirMadison, Natalie & Makai Grider,

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Jason & Amanda HilbelinkLaura Barnes, Judi Gerdesmaier, John Harron & Ken Gardesmaier

Kristen & John Dernbach

Jim & R.J. Baker, Kim Brannon

Cathy Altenbern, Pam Dishman & Phil Wenk

Rhonda Cymbala, Sheila Cook & Julie Steele

Ron Rossmann, Lisa & Kevin Vinett

Mary Baker, Mary & John Patterson

Vanda Campbell & DeeDee Sudarshan

Laughter for the ChildrenStory & Photography by Anna Robertson

Mary Baker, Donna & Scott Wilson

Natalie & Evan Ruggiero

Laughter for the Children, the annual fundraising event for Monroe Harding, was held in November at The Factory at Franklin. There was stand-up comedy, a live and silent auction, dinner and entertainment throughout the evening. Monroe Harding is a school devoted to guiding and supporting the most vulnerable youth to help them gain personal independence and success within a safe learning environment. For information on Monroe Harding, go to www.monroeharding.org.

Haunted Story and Photography by K. YorkTrails of Horror

It was a spooktacular evening at the Franklin Recreation

Complex as the boo-tastic DJ had the masses doing the Monster Mash and dancing to “Thriller.” Tractors pulled hay filled trailers full of the brave at heart, through the haunted forest where they

encountered ghosts & goblins, Snow White and zombies, all brought to life by the Franklin High School Drama Club. Games had everyone eager to win a trip to the candy bucket. It was a spooktacular Hall-o-ween event for the whole family.

dancing to “Thriller”

Piper, Brittney & BJ Bolin

Allison Monroe & ‘Caesar’ Chase Barham

Benicia, Marcia, Kaye, Paige, Cassandra & Lori (Williamson Rec Center Admin Staff)

Doug Harris

Jake Tropauer, Amanda Wehby, Meredith Wilken, Reagan & Ashton Turner

Huff & Fuqua Families

Kent & Candy Forward, Cody Jeff, Samantha &

Summer Ley

Casey Finnerty, Jamie Busch, Mary Theriot, Emerson Cook & Colleen WeirMadison, Natalie & Makai Grider,

Jenny & Tyler Saville & Camille & Nicholas Ghai

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A Note from our 2011 JBR Honoree, Jessica Plotts My name is Jessica Plotts. I am a senior at Page High School. I was born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida. When I was five years old, I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. I had to learn how to check my blood sugar, count the carbohydrates I ate, and give myself insulin injections -‐ which I did before my sixth birthday. It was very difficult transitioning into my new life as a diabetic, but I adjusted quickly and even started advocating for diabetes throughout my community. Two years later, when I was seven, I began limping. My parents weren’t concerned at first because the limp wasn’t consistent and I was not in any pain. A couple of months later I developed a cyst on the back of my hand. My mom took me to the pediatrician and I was eventually referred to a pediatric orthopedist. After x-‐rays and an MRI the doctor diagnosed me with yet another autoimmune disease, Polyarticular Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis. Nearly every joint in my body was affected. Within a few months I was taking every medication available to a seven-‐year-‐old little girl. I also had started going to physical therapy every week. When I was diagnosed with diabetes I didn’t mind telling people about it or showing them how I pricked my finger to check my blood sugar. I actually would have rather people asked me about it, than just stare from across the lunchroom or restaurant table. My mom and I even taught some of my friends what to do if I felt like my blood sugar was low and needed juice. No problem. There was a difference with my JRA though. I didn’t tell my friends about it and I certainly didn’t tell them that I had to go to physical therapy. I tried very hard to hide the fact that there were a lot of things that I was no longer able to do. I had to quit gymnastics because I was hurting too much – cartwheels were out of the question. I wasn’t able to play other sports like soccer or even jump on a trampoline, because my ankles were too sore. I didn’t even have the strength in my hands to tie my shoes or button up my jeans anymore. By the time I was eleven, my parents had a well-‐developed morning routine. My mom would start the coffee then come into my room and put electric hot mitts on my hands to warm them up so that I could move my fingers. Then, depending on my level of stiffness, my dad would either carry me to the bathtub or to the kitchen counter to soak in warm water. That is how we gauged the day – did I need to soak my feet in the sink or my whole body in the tub to loosen up? We had given up on finding a medication that would help. And just when we thought it couldn’t get much worse – it was gone. My parents and I are convinced it was a miracle.

My doctor in Florida even agreed. Most doctors, and people for that matter just call it remission, I think it’s easier to explain. All I know for sure is that one-‐day I was going to PT, and getting blood tests every month and taking handfuls of medication, and the next day… there was no need. That was in December of 2006. For over five years, aside from a little stiffness and some visibly swollen knuckles, there have been no symptoms of JRA at all -‐ until this past March. That is when I found out that my JRA is back. It’s not in every joint again like it was when I was little. Mostly, it’s in my wrist and fingers. I am not hurting as much this time either, but I am back to taking all the old medicines and visiting the Rheumatologist regularly. Another difference this time is my willingness to talk about my arthritis. I’m not a scared little kid anymore. I’ve learned that who I am is not defined by a diagnosis. And that my real friends will love my no matter what challenges I face, most will even help me through it. I have also learned that if no one is brave enough to talk about this disease, people won’t know about what they can do to make a difference. So here I am, an almost grown kid, who has dealt with this horrible disease for far too long, asking you to help make a difference. Please join us for the Jingle Bell Run in downtown Franklin, on December 3rd, to benefit the Arthritis Foundation!

CONTACT: Kelly M. Rach, JBR 2011 Volunteer Publicity Chair, [email protected], 646-‐346-‐3330

The Arthritis Foundation’s Southeast Region is hosting it’s Third Annual Williamson County Jingle Bell 5k Run/Walk for Arthritis on December 3rd on the Square of historic Downtown Franklin. This year’s event is sponsored by Loden Vision Center. The Jingle Bell Run raises awareness of unacceptable pain of arthritis and funds research, education and government advocacy.

There will be holiday music, children’s activities and a Santa Chase, along with booths and happenings for people of all ages. Registration begins at 7:45am with the 1 mile fun run/walk at 8:30am and the 5k run/walk at

9am. The Jingle Bell Run/Walk is a nationwide event that takes place in more than 130 communities. Participants tie jingle bells to their shoelaces and don festive holiday costumes. The 2011 Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis honoree is Jessica Plotts.

Arthritis is the nation’s leading cause of disability, impacting more than 1.5 million adults and 6,000 children in Tennessee, and approximately 50 million (one in five) individuals nationwide. The Arthritis Foundation is leading efforts to conquer the unacceptable pain of arthritis, and the Jingle Bell Run for arthritis raises funds to fulfill that mission. The Arthritis Foundation is the largest private funder of arthritis research in the world, investing more than $400 million that has given countless patients back their mobility. It also provides empowering programs and services for adults, children and families impacted by this debilitating disease. The Jingle Bell Run/Walk is a nationwide event that takes place in more than 130 communities. For additional information on the Jingle Bell Run/Walk and the Arthritis Foundation of Tennessee, go to www.tennessee.arthritis.org.

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‘Tis the Season Holiday MarketplaceNashville Convention Center11am-5pmjlnashville.org

Nov 1 - Dec 31Hoofbeats in the Heartland:Civil War Calvalry in TNCarnton Plantation

Nov 30 – Dec 3The Carter House Candlelight Tour6pm-8pmbattleoffranklintrust.org9am-5pm

Sheryl Crow’s Accoustic Christmas Franklin Theatre8pmfranklintheatre.com

Franklin Art Scene6pm-9pmfranklinartscene.com

BrightStone’s Jingle Bell SaleBrightStoneSaturday 10am-6pmSunday 10am-3pmbrightstone.org

Jingle Bell 5k Run/WalkDowntown Franklin8amarthritis.org

Franklin Christmas ParadeDowntown Franklin2pm-3pm

Sheryl Crow’s Accoustic ChristmasFranklin Theatre8pmfranklintheatre.com

Holiday Tablescapes Event Brentwood Country Club10ambwctn.com

Holiday After Hours Business MixerFranklin Chop House4pm-6:30pmwilliamson-franklinchamber.com

BrightStone’s Christmas ProgramFactory at Franklin6:30pmbrightstone.org

CS Chamber Not-So-Silent AuctionInfiniti of Cool Springs7pm-10pmgreatercoolsprings.com

Dickens of a ChristmasDowntown Franklin10am-5pmhistoricfranklin.com

Leiper’s Fork Christmas ParadeLeipers Fork Village2pm

Dickens of a ChristmasDowntown Franklin10am-5pmhistoricfranklin.com

New Member ActivationBrentwood Chamber Office8am-9:30ambrentwood.org

Business Leads ExchangeNew York Life7:30am-9amgreatercoolsprings.com

Franklin Farmer’s MarketFactory Shed9am-12pmfactoryatfranklin.com

Hands-On HistoryCarnton Plantation9:30am-10:30ambattleoffranklintrust.org

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BGA Open HouseGlen Echo Campus3pm-5pmbattlegroundacademy.org

Sheryl Crow’s Accoustic ChristmasFranklin Theatre8pmfranklintheatre.com

Merry Christmas! Franklin Farmer’s MarketFactory Shed9am-12pmfactoryatfranklin.com

The Pink GalaFactory at Franklin7:30pmthepinkgala.com

Women in Business Holiday LuncheonEmbassy of Cool Springs11am-1pmbrentwood.org

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It was a beautiful fall evening for the 11th Annual Wine Down Main Street. This unique wine tasting event takes place along historic Main Street in Franklin on the first Friday in November. More than 20 shops played host to wines from around the world. Participants enjoyed wine tastings, shopping,

sampling food from area restaurants and listening to music from many live acts. All proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Franklin/Williamson County. Since 2001, Wine Down Main Street has grossed more than $1,000,000 for the Boys and Girls Club.

Lisa Spells, Robert Blair & Christina Coleman

Tom Miller & Cathy Housholder

Carla Myers, Patsy Aune, Barbara Harlin & Kathy Berry

Story and Photography by Amy Hebden

Rae Becker & Rozanne Jackson

Marilyn Sanderson, Laure Varietta & Cindy Beard

Teri and Mark Evitts

Reed Birnie & Amy Jones

Dena Nance, Susanna Keller, Jondie & Rebecca Davis, Shannon Hiekman

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Main StreetWine Down

It was a beautiful fall evening for the 11th Annual Wine Down Main Street. This unique wine tasting event takes place along historic Main Street in Franklin on the first Friday in November. More than 20 shops played host to wines from around the world. Participants enjoyed wine tastings, shopping,

sampling food from area restaurants and listening to music from many live acts. All proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Franklin/Williamson County. Since 2001, Wine Down Main Street has grossed more than $1,000,000 for the Boys and Girls Club.

Lisa Spells, Robert Blair & Christina Coleman

Tom Miller & Cathy Housholder

Carla Myers, Patsy Aune, Barbara Harlin & Kathy Berry


Rae Becker & Rozanne Jackson

Marilyn Sanderson, Laure Varietta & Cindy Beard

Teri and Mark Evitts

Reed Birnie & Amy Jones

Dena Nance, Susanna Keller, Jondie & Rebecca Davis, Shannon Hiekman

Craven Thomas & Greg Akin

Ward & Paige Reinkoester, David & Susan Sanders

Tracy & Sandy Cooper, Julie & Dave Edwards

Brian Freeman & Kim Walker

David & Alice McClary , Diane & Mike Bailey

Jenny Telwar, Tom Daniel, Shana Purkey

Ginna Campbell & Debbie Powell

Lisa & Kevin Brown


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The bells were chiming in downtown Franklin at

11:11am on 11-11-11, as military planes flew overhead, kicking off the Annual Veterans Day Parade. Marching bands, school children, community leaders and members of community service organizations joined veterans at Five Points and moved through cheering crowds toward the

Square. Veterans proudly wore their hats, vests and jackets with insignias identifying the war in which they served. It was a beautiful morning in so many ways, as we all stood with grateful hearts for our veterans and their families that have sacrificed so much for our freedom

story & photography K. York

Amy Elrod, Beverly Jones, Donyall Howard & Tejah Curel

Billie Patton & Sue Jones

Debbie Rogers & Jeff Wenger

Robin Ray & Radhika Ramayya

Margot, Jennifer & Nolan Rhem

Don Clark, Billy Carl Tomlin & Jimmy KingLily Weimer, Seth & Emma Rose Williamson, MaxWeimer, Vanessa & Garrett Williamson&

Neil Jones, Kathy Rhodes, Susie & Terry Dunham

Heather & Carlisle Russell

ParadeVeterans Day

Rhu & Carol Montgomerie

Bob & Laurie Gulan, Rodger Ray


It’s almost Christmas. What happened to Thanksgiving? As the seasons and holidays pass us by, each has a specific memory or sensation that goes along with it. What thoughts and memories does Christmas evoke for you—the gifts, the giving, friends, family, putting up as many lights as possible before the neighbors get upset? For me, it is all of the above and the endless amounts of food that I know is on the way. It has always been hard for me to eat a large

holiday meal without having all the dishes I remember having only during these special times growing up. Of course if it wasn’t prepared exactly how my mother did, then it wasn’t prepared properly. Not because it wasn’t great; it was just different. The same ingredients could be used, it could even be the same recipe, but if it was even put on the plate differently, this minor detail would change the taste, feeling and memory of the entire meal.

As a Chef this is the hardest job; giving our guests something they can relate to, being adventurous, yet keeping within their comfort level. When asked what is my favorite dish, or my “style”, my answer hasn’t changed in 19 years. I like simple food cooked really well; food that is in season; fresh, not over complicated; clean simple plates. If you start with high quality, fresh ingredients, there is no reason to cover it up with heavy sauces, foams, or garnishes that have nothing to do with the dish.

That being said, how do you reinvent simple food? It can be as simple as changing the way you put the food on the plate, the cooking method, or substituting the ingredients going into it; or something as simple as using white beans instead of black beans, using crème fraiche instead of sour cream, keeping the original dish and putting your own spin on it. Deconstructing a recipe is also a great way to keep all the flavors and components the same, but allowing the guests to experience them separately.

With the new dessert menu at Whitfield’s we wanted to arouse a sense of comfort and familiarity, from the apple tart, to the chocolate and sweet potato mousse with a pistachio brittle. We make our doughnuts with a light and airy Brioche dough, rolling them in cinnamon and sugar before pairing with a spiced rum crème anglaise. The s’mores are one of my favorites, using a graham cracker crust, bittersweet chocolate ganache, house-made toasted marshmallows, and topping it with a hazelnut whipped cream and shaved

chocolate. Let this be the season you step out of your comfort zone and put your signature on your favorite dish. I hope all of us have an amazing holiday season filled with friends, family, memories, lots of lights, and even more food.

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11:11am on 11-11-11, as military planes flew overhead, kicking off the Annual Veterans Day Parade. Marching bands, school children, community leaders and members of community service organizations joined veterans at Five Points and moved through cheering crowds toward the

Square. Veterans proudly wore their hats, vests and jackets with insignias identifying the war in which they served. It was a beautiful morning in so many ways, as we all stood with grateful hearts for our veterans and their families that have sacrificed so much for our freedom


Amy Elrod, Beverly Jones, Donyall Howard & Tejah Curel

Billie Patton & Sue Jones

Debbie Rogers & Jeff Wenger


Margot, Jennifer & Nolan Rhem

Don Clark, Billy Carl Tomlin & Jimmy KingLily Weimer, Seth & Emma Rose Williamson, MaxWeimer, Vanessa & Garrett Williamson&

Neil Jones, Kathy Rhodes, Susie & Terry Dunham

Heather & Carlisle Russell

ParadeVeterans Day

Rhu & Carol Montgomerie

Bob & Laurie Gulan, Rodger Ray

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37,000 lessons, 1,000 special riders,100 noble horses, 20 years of service,

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Chris Cagle Unbridled Concert

Joey+Rory Rockin’ for Riders

Special Memories

Thanks to everyone who participated in our year-long20th anniversary celebration including our founders, families,

volunteers, staff, and funders. YOU helped make this a year to remember!So, thanks for the memories, and here’s to the next 20 years and beyond!

Saddle Up! 1991-2011“Where all children are equal in the saddle.”

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Thanks to everyone who participated in our year-long20th anniversary celebration including our founders, families,

volunteers, staff, and funders. YOU helped make this a year to remember!So, thanks for the memories, and here’s to the next 20 years and beyond!

Saddle Up! 1991-2011“Where all children are equal in the saddle.”

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That train that you hear a comin’ is the Retirement Train. An update on your departure date, it will be here before you know it and sometimes your own health will dictate when it will arrive. If your Retirement Train has already

arrived, you still need a plan to make it work in this world we live in. Just like planning for a vacation, your retirement is no different except is has long term consequences. You don’t get a second chance to get it right either before the train comes or after you are already enjoying the ride.The Employee Benefits Research Institute (EBRI) has been doing an annual retirement confidence survey since 1978. According to the EBRI four in ten have ever done a retirement calculation once in their lives. A majority of the people that didn’t do the calculation stated that they would have guessed on most of the data inputs. I bet they had that cruise that they took planned down to the outfits to wear for each night and day, and what port stops they would take. One has to have their priorities.

Other points of interest in the survey from 2011: There is an all time low in confidence for having a secure retirement; Many had to retire before they had planned because of health or the business environment; Only 13% feel very confident about having enough money to retire; 12% feel very confident in paying for their medical expenses; 68% of workers have saved for retirement; 74% of retirees have saved something for retirement; 59% of workers are currently saving for retirement; 17% of retirees have over $250,000 in retirement assets; 3% of retirees retired later than planned; 45% of retirees retired earlier than planned; 5% of workers are confident in social security as an income source and 11% of current retirees are confident in social security as an income source

So people are retiring earlier than they expected which is taking away time for saving for retirement. Approximately 26% of retirees have no retirement savings and must either work or depend solely on social security or their pension if they have one. If you take the fact that only 17% have $250,000 or more. If you can withdraw 4% in year one from that $250,000 nest egg to supplement your wages, or social security, that is only $10,000 gross before any tax withholding to live on. Ever want one sobering reading experience, read the survey and see what people have done since 1978 regarding their retirement. Just as we chastise the government for “Kicking the can down the road”, Americans are guilty of not putting enough effort into their retirement planning. One comforting phrase I always use when dealing with retirement financial issues is, “You Can Only Deal With Today”, by what actions you are taking now. Rather than to be unhappy about your accommodations on your current Retirement Train trip, or the Retirement Train trip that you are planning for, put a complete plan into place that will give you the best chance of not being in the position of most of those people who are in that 2011 EBRI Retirement Survey. Many people want that train to postpone its arrival, or want someone to get them a ticket to a better destination. “You can only deal with today. I hear that train a comin’ . . . be ready when it comes for you.”

Joseph Budd is a Managing Partner and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM professional with Budd, Melone & Co. LLC. Joe can be reached toll free at 877-293-5830. Joseph Budd has provided this article for information purposes only.Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network did not assist in the preparation of this article, and its accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed. The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and are not necessarily those of Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network or its affiliates.Investment products and services are offered through Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC, (WFAFN), Member SIPC. Budd, Melone & Co. LLC is a separate entity from WFAFN. © 2011 Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC. All rights reserved. 0911-0142.

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James, Rebecca & Lydia Rhoden


Caroline & Micah Draper

Andres, Zaira, Xavi, Alex & Zairita Guteirrez

Stu, Dean and Lisa Gray

Leslie, Hollis & Matt Miller

dance contest

It’s that time of year again! Santa made his grand entrance at the Cool Springs Galleria in mid-

November and kicked off the holiday retail season. Before Santa’s arrival, kids participated in a dance contest. Then at long last, Santa arrived and was accompanied by some special guests…The Radio City

Rockettes! The Rockettes danced for the audience and of course performed their famous kick line. After the show the excited children had the opportunity to meet the Rockettes and tell Santa their Christmas wishes! Santa will be available through Christmas Eve at the lower level center court.

story & photography by Amy Hebden

Santa Arrivesat Cool Springs Galleria


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Diane Little & Donna O’NeilPam Von Her, Richard Jefferson, Debbie Modglin & Rene Gould

Dottie & Doug Northam

Dena Payne, Andrea Hooper & Carey McGowan

Nancy Conway, Corey Napier, Susan Roberts & Richard Jefferson

The Williamson County Chamber of Commerce held an After Hours Business Mixer and Model Home Tour at Tollgate Village Community Clubhouse in Thompson’s Station in November. The

event was hosted by Tollgate Village - Dock Street Realty of Tennessee. As always, it was a night of excellent networking, great door prizes, heavy hors d’oeuvres and bountiful beverages!

Sunny Sargent, Denise Dillon & Julie Eidson

Duane Murray & Wade Walden

Williamson County Chamber After Hours Business Mixer

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Two Private Rooms

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Every Wednesday - Ladies Night

December 4th - Titans Cheerleaders & Budlight Girls

BCS Bowl - January 9th!

James, Rebecca & Lydia Rhoden


Caroline & Micah Draper

Andres, Zaira, Xavi, Alex & Zairita Guteirrez

Stu, Dean and Lisa Gray

Leslie, Hollis & Matt Miller

dance contest

It’s that time of year again! Santa made his grand entrance at the Cool Springs Galleria in mid-

November and kicked off the holiday retail season. Before Santa’s arrival, kids participated in a dance contest. Then at long last, Santa arrived and was accompanied by some special guests…The Radio City

Rockettes! The Rockettes danced for the audience and of course performed their famous kick line. After the show the excited children had the opportunity to meet the Rockettes and tell Santa their Christmas wishes! Santa will be available through Christmas Eve at the lower level center court.


Santa Arrivesat Cool Springs Galleria


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Beaucoup Designs is “jewelry that tells your story.” Start with a beautiful necklace chain available in various lengths and then add charms to create a custom necklace that tells your story. Each charm is made of pewter and has been custom plated in 14k gold. The Aimez cuff bracelets are made of pewter with a sterling silver overlay on the cuff and a 14 karat gold overlay on the flower. Each cuff has a flower that symbolizes each month of the year with an engraving on the inside with the name of the flower, the name of the month it represents, and the traits represented by the flower. A matching birth month pendant is also available. Beaucoup Designs jewelry is designed with everyone in mine. People of all ages will find pieces within Beaucoup Designs to suit their tastes. All of the jewelry is made in the USA and is affordable enough to be given as gifts as well as a personal purchase.

Red satin dress with black sheer overlay, including intricate floral designs embroidered. The little girls will look adorable in this festive and Holiday inspired dress.

The boys will be dapper this year with wool pants with suspenders paired with a holiday colored shirt - make it fun with a plaid or checked pattern. Add a wool blazer to bring the outfit together, and top with a fedora or other cool weather hat.

Festive Red Top with slim Black Midi Skirt. One of a kind Antique Key and Sterling Silver Necklace by Mimi and Dottie. Black Leather Handbag with short or long interchangeable straps. Taupe and Black Party Dress with ribbon detail on skirt. Charcoal

Military Jacket. Gunmetal colored Handbag with removable chain strap. One of a kind necklaces with vintage and antique religious medals, pyrite, garnet and sterling.

These beautiful pieces can be found at The Shoppes on Main in Downtown Franklin.

These fashions can be found at Jondie at Whats-in-Store in Downtown Franklin.

The adorable and stylish looks can be found at It’s Vintage, Baby! in Downtown Franklin.


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Swirl, Sip and SavorThe Spring Hill

The Spring Hill Chamber recently hosted the Spring Hill Swirl, Sip & Savor wine tasting and silent auction. Tollgate Village Clubhouse was the perfect venue for this elegant event. The Laughing Apron provided a selection of breads, cheeses and fruits to go with great wine provided by Red Dog Wine

& Spirits. Guests also enjoyed live music from Chapman Stick player David Parr and bidding on such auction items as Predators tickets and exclusive bottles of wine. Proceeds from the silent auction will go to The Spring Hill Imagination Library.

Gene & Elizabeth Mefferd, Tara Daniels

Michael and Deedra Unger

Kay Ashley, Shanna Russell, Philip Barmer, &David Motil


Trevor & Kayce Williams

Susan Guy & Kim Gillian

Cecilia Sherlin, Natalie Kern, David Motil, Blair Scoville Morgan, Herbert Grogan & Jill Rosenberry

Ron Shuff, Maria & Salvado Ferro

Charlie, Herbert & Paula Grogan

Paula Grogan, Lanna Smith, Deanne Collins


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Emily Magid & Suzy Tessier

Erika Vick, Daniel Leff el & Susy Bailey

Julie & Bender Dode

Scott, Kaitlyn & Kanyetta Wansley

Jay Sheridan

2nd Annual Frankin Battle of the BBQ

9th Annual Frankin Tomorrow Chili Cooko�

Heidy & Mark Browning

Ralph Drury & Billy Littleton – Th e Franklin City Club

Pink Gala Girls-Amanda Madonia, Pam Burnett, Kelly Spalding & Courtenay Rogers

Story and Photography by K. York

Th e corner of Main Street & Fourth Avenue was smokin’ as eight teams prepared for the Ninth Annual Chili Cook Off . Th e competition’s proceeds help fund programs of the non-profi t organization, Franklin Tomorrow. Tasting all the delicious chili concoctions was a treat for everyone.

Bruce McNeilage, Marie & Mark McCarthy


30 competition & backyard teams gathered downtown Franklin for the Battle of the BBQ. BBQ lovers enjoyed the Friday night sauce fi ght & smoked meat feast party and many gathered for Saturday’s tasting in the People’s Choice Tent. Th ere was plenty of delicious pulled pork and ribs for everyone! Franklin’s Battle of the BBQ is a production of the Downtown Franklin Association and proceeds from the event support the continued revitalization and promotion of Historic Downtown Franklin.

28th Annual Franklin Pumpkinfest


“bad Bob’s” Team-Bob Parks Realty

Boxwood Bistro, William Lucas & Peggy Franks

Aidan, Ellen, sharilyn, Jane, Robbie& Liam Grayson

Cameron, Eden, Anahlea Jaccarino, Lynne & Ueeka DeGraw

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Hattie, Caleb & Ella Gore

Th e Baggett Families

Ryan Morris, Nick Lareau, Christian Hill & Tyler Cathey

Ryder, Olivia, Emily, Lowrie & Grant Webber

Kayla & Courtney Frasier Ray Caudell

Mary Grace Birkhead, Virginia & Brant Bousquet & Debbie Crenshaw

Haley Quigley, Brittany Poupard, Sarah Patrick, Alex patron & Amanda Harris

Story and Photography by K. York Pumpkinfest is one of Franklin’s most popular events. Friday’s dreary weather gave way to a beautiful fall Saturday and the streets of downtown Franklin were fi lled with crowds enjoying entertainment, great food and lots of activities for the little ones. Shopping, which is always something special with the locals, was complimented by 75 art and craft vendors making downtown Franklin the place to fi nd the most unique gifts. Th e 28th Annual Pumpkinfest was held in conjunction with the 2nd Annual Franklin Battle of the BBQ & the 9th Annual Franklin Tomorrow Chili Cook Off . It is an event you did not want to miss!


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28th Annual Franklin Pumpkinfest


“bad Bob’s” Team-Bob Parks Realty

Boxwood Bistro, William Lucas & Peggy Franks

Aidan, Ellen, sharilyn, Jane, Robbie& Liam Grayson

Cameron, Eden, Anahlea Jaccarino, Lynne & Ueeka DeGraw

B.O.A.

Hattie, Caleb & Ella Gore

Th e Baggett Families

Ryan Morris, Nick Lareau, Christian Hill & Tyler Cathey

Ryder, Olivia, Emily, Lowrie & Grant Webber

Kayla & Courtney Frasier Ray Caudell

Mary Grace Birkhead, Virginia & Brant Bousquet & Debbie Crenshaw

Haley Quigley, Brittany Poupard, Sarah Patrick, Alex patron & Amanda Harris

Story and Photography by K. York Pumpkinfest is one of Franklin’s most popular events. Friday’s dreary weather gave way to a beautiful fall Saturday and the streets of downtown Franklin were fi lled with crowds enjoying entertainment, great food and lots of activities for the little ones. Shopping, which is always something special with the locals, was complimented by 75 art and craft vendors making downtown Franklin the place to fi nd the most unique gifts. Th e 28th Annual Pumpkinfest was held in conjunction with the 2nd Annual Franklin Battle of the BBQ & the 9th Annual Franklin Tomorrow Chili Cook Off . It is an event you did not want to miss!


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Dancing with the Nashville Stars banquet, silent auction

and celebrity dance competition benefiting Feed America First, was held at the Factory. Franklin’s own, Mayor Ken Moore, one of the celebrity dancers, entertained the crowd with some very smooth moves. Dr. Moore and his dance partner Mandy Torkelson were among six teams on the

competition lineup that intrigued the audience with their talents. Our congratulations to Mayor Moore and Mandy who took the Grand Champion title! It was a wonderful evening of fun for a great cause. Feed America First is a faith based hunger relief organization that distributes food to 250 small agencies that help those in need.


Chef Ham Gould & Andrew Penland

Chuck & Vickie Tatum

Annette Johnson, Jim Wolter & Nanette Beebe


Tom & Linda Henry

Alba Garcia, Jenna Feci & Kyle Parks

Karl Mandanchi & Karla Lawson

Laura & Frank Coyle, Linda Moore

Roxanna Haynes & Michael Hosale

Nashville StarsDancing with the

Andrea Pearson & David Thomas Moore


Mayor Ken Moore & Mandy Torkleson


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Linda & Richard Dion, Kay Winslett & Gayle Kennedy

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Family and friends gathered to honor Sally Poe on what would have been her 80th birthday. The evening was a celebration of her life as fond memories were shared by all. Friend and fellow business woman, Kay Winslett, raised a toast as she spoke of Sally’s dedication to Main Street and her many contributions to the community she so loved. In Sally’s honor, a bronze plaque was mounted outside her beloved H.R.H. Dumplin’s restaurant. It was a celebration of love and appreciation fi tting for a woman who gave so much to everyone she met.

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Th e Brentwood Chamber of Commerce hosted their Fifth Annual Healthy Living & Lifestyles Expo at the Brentwood Baptist Church. Chamber members in health related fi elds show cased their products and services, shared educational information and provided screenings to

educate attendees how to live healthier lifestyles. Th e expo is held in partnership with the Susan G. Komen Greater Nashville Race for the Cure and serves as the pickup site for the race information packets.

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members of the Williamson County Chambers of Commerce gathered for a joint mixer at Darrell Waltrip Honda. It was a wonderful evening for a celebration of the joint venture

of The Young Professionals and Darrell Waltrip with Williamson County’s Habitat for Humanity. Chamber events are a great networking venue and way to meet new members.

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Stephanie Clark, Michael Williams & Sarah Johnson

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In 1979, Angel Tree was created by Salvation Army Officers Captains Charles and Shirley White in Lynchburg, Virginia. Lieutenant Colonels Charles and Shirley White Currently serve as Area Commanders in Nashville. The Salvation Army Christmas fund raising efforts

through the iconic Red Kettles and Angel Tree program will not only provide 17,000 individuals a joyful Christmas with gifts of clothes, toys and food from the Angel Tree program, but also will allow the organization to provide holiday meals to approximately 500 people, Christmas parties for children living in the Center of Hope, as well as housing and emergency assistance to families in need throughout the year.

Angel Tree gives individuals and partnering corporations an opportunity to adopt less fortunate children and seniors and provide personalized gifts and necessities to those who would otherwise receive very little or nothing during the holiday season. Donors can be confident that their gifts go directly, and without excessive overhead, to those who are truly needy since all Salvation Army Angels are not served by other holiday assistance programs. Families and individuals that registered for Angel Tree assistance are now up for adoption at the Angel Tree booths located in the RiverGate Mall, The Mall at Green Hills, Cool Springs Galleria and Hickory Hollow. Shoppers are invited to stop by our booths to “adopt an angel” for Christmas and make the holidays brighter for a child or senior citizen.

The Salvation Army and JCPenney have joined forces again this holiday season to give joy to even more children and seniors in need by offering an online option to adopt angels. The Angel Giving Tree online program allows customers to shop for an Angel online at jcp.com, in JCPenney stores or at any retailer they choose.

Angel Tree distribution will take place December 16th, 19th and 20th, where 85 families every half hour will come to the Angel Tree Warehouse, located at 700 Cowan Street, Nashville, to pick up their holiday gifts between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Adopt a Family pickups will be held on December 21st from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The Salvation Army, an evangelical part of the universal Christian church established in 1865, has been supporting those in need in His name without discrimination for 128 years in the United States. Nearly 29 million Americans receive assistance from The Salvation Army each year through the broadest array of social services in 5,000 communities that range from providing food for the hungry, relief for disaster victims, assistance for the disabled, outreach to the elderly and ill, clothing and shelter to the homeless and opportunities for underprivileged children. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Visit us on-line to learn more or to make a donation. www.salvationarmyusa.org.

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The Susan G. Komen of Greater Nashville Race for the Cure was held at Maryland Farms in October as a huge recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness month. The Race for the Cure Series is the world’s largest and most successful education and fundraising event for breast cancer ever created. The runs and fitness walks raise significant funds and awareness for

the breast cancer movement, celebrates breast cancer survivorship and honors those who have lost their battle with the disease. Since 1983, the Komen Race for the Cure has grown from one race with 800 people in Dallas to a global series of more than 120 races with 1.5 million people participating on four continents.


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wall, playing ping pong, air hockey, or foosball, exploring Lego Dens, a buff et dinner and ultimately spending a joyful evening in a safe and healthy environment. All proceeds of this new event benefi t Mercy Children’s Clinic whose mission is “To Refl ect the Love and Compassion of Jesus Christ by Providing Healthcare Services to ALL children and support to their families.”


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Riley Higgins, Jack Sparrow & Grace Robinson

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Laura, Lydia, Alex, Sofi a & Alexandra Brunner

Cameron Spooner, Zoe Redington & Savanah Th omson

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wall, playing ping pong, air hockey, or foosball, exploring Lego Dens, a buff et dinner and ultimately spending a joyful evening in a safe and healthy environment. All proceeds of this new event benefi t Mercy Children’s Clinic whose mission is “To Refl ect the Love and Compassion of Jesus Christ by Providing Healthcare Services to ALL children and support to their families.”


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Laura, Lydia, Alex, Sofi a & Alexandra Brunner

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The 2nd annual Pink Gala was kicked off with the “Fashionably Pink” fashion show and luncheon held at Boxwood Bistro. Guests lined the “runway” to view the latest styles and trends for the season showcased by models during each course of the lunch. Local merchants dressed the models and details were given on each outfit and trend. There was also a

fabulous fall and winter makeup tutorial on transforming a day to night look for your face. The Pink Gala supports and raises funds for breast cancer awareness and will be held on New Year’s Eve. To learn more or purchase tickets for the Gala, go to www.thepinkgala.com.

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Harpeth True Value hosted its annual Holiday Open House on November 3rd. Guests enjoyed delicious food, festive beverages and of course great shopping. It was a fabulous night to mingle with

friends and get a head start on holiday decorating. Harpeth True Value has a huge selection of beautiful Christmas trees, holiday decorations and unique gifts. Your Headquarters For Garden And Holiday Decor

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Perfectly Placed is a boutique wedding, event & interior design company that creates inspired spaces, custom designed weddings and fabulous events.

Kelly Spalding is the owner of Perfectly Placed. As an interior decorator, she offers a blend of design and styling packages that embrace all aspects of celebrating your home. Event & Wedding styling and planning services were added after years of planning teacher appreciation luncheons, chairing many fundraising events (from concerts to The Franklin Classic) and several weddings for family and friends. She’s helped her clients bring their ideas to life with her creative expertise and eye for detail. She has worked events with Tim McGraw, JoDee Messina and Eddie George and recently added The Pink Gala, a New Year’s Eve fundraiser, to her list of accomplishments.

“Every event deserves attention to detail and special touches that make your guests ooh and ahh!”

Kelly’s philosophy is to create and execute unparalleled events that reflect her client’s unique personality, vision and style, as well as to give their clients honest, thoughtful and creative direction as they plan some of life’s most memorable events. From the first meeting, Perfectly Placed is committed to providing you a unique, personalized and customized experience. They love being a part of the most important moments in their client’s lives. For additional information on Perfectly Placed, go to www.perfectlyplacedbykelly.com.

Kelly has been busy over the past several months working on her next big event, The Pink Gala. The Pink Gala is a New Year’s Eve event held at The Factory at Franklin on December 31st. With dancing, a live and silent auction, dinner, champagne, this fabulous event is a fabulous way to ring in the new year, all for a great cause. The Pink Gala was started by Kelly Spalding in honor of her mother’s 20 plus year battle with breast cancer and to raise funds in her memory to help inprove the lives of women in the community who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. To find out more about The Pink Gala, visit www.thepinkgala.com.

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An evening of fabulous food and dancing, as well as an incredible silent auction Beer, wine and signature cocktails • Champagne toast at midnight • Black Tie optional

Date, Times & ticketsSaturday, December 31, 2011 Jamison Hall at The Factory in Franklin

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T. Scott Hart Named Executive Vice President of AXA Advisors in TennesseeT. Scott Hart has been named executive vice president of AXA Advisors, LLC’s Tennessee offi ce based in Franklin, part of the company’s National Division. In this new

role, Hart has overall responsibility for the offi ce and its more than sixty fi nancial professionals working in Tennessee communities. He will also focus on recruiting, training and developing individuals who want to grow as entrepreneurial fi nancial professionals. AXA Advisors’ fi nancial professionals work with individuals and business owners to provide strategies to help them achieve their fi nancial goals. They provide access to an array of fi nancial protection and investment products and services including life insurance, annuities and investments as well as college, retirement, business and estate planning strategies.

Ryan Search & Consulting forms Board of AdvisorsRyan Search & Consulting, a Nashville consulting fi rm that provides retained executive search, leadership consulting and recruitment process outsourcing to clients in architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing and technology, has announced formation of a Board of Advisors to provide the company additional strategic advice and direction. The Board has tapped a diverse group of business leaders from across the country, including: J. Robin Barrick, president and CEO, Smith Seckman Reid; Jim Fuller, owner, Fuller Consulting; Dan Gaudette, formerly senior vice president of North American Manufacturing & Supply Chain Management for Nissan Americas and former Interim president and CEO, United Way of Metropolitan Nashville; and Margaret Reynolds, master growth catalyst, Breakthrough Masters Unlimited of Kansas City, Missouri.

American Heart Association honors 46 local Fit-Friendly companiesThe American Heart Association has awarded 2011 Fit-Friendly recognition to 46 Middle Tennessee companies, for their notable efforts to promote physical activity and health in the workplace. In recognition of the vital role of healthy lifestyle choices, Fit-Friendly companies

implement various activities and programs at the workplace to encourage physical activity, nutrition and culture enhancements such as walking routes, healthy food choices in cafeterias and vending machines, annual employee health risk assessments and online tracking tools. Fit-Friendly companies are named twice per year across the nation.

This year, Middle Tennessee has one of the highest number of Fit-Friendly companies of any community in the country. Local companies designated as Fit-Friendly for the second half of 2011 were honored at the recent Nashville and Rutherford Heart Walks.

WCAR Installation and Awards CeremonyThe Williamson County Association of Realtors celebrated the installation of their 2012 Board of Directors yesterday along with recognizing several members and offi ces for outstanding service. Mary Lankford Benson received the award for Affi liate of the Year. Mary Lankford Benson, Senior Vice President of Tennessee Commerce Bank, was recognized for her support of the Williamson County Association of Realtors, including the annual retreat for the Board of Directors and her general support of banking and real estate. Matt Ligon received the coveted Realtor of the Year award. Matt, a Broker with with Zeitlin and Co. REALTORS® of Franklin, TN. Realtor® of the Year is based on a member’s commitment to Williamson County and involvement in the association. A leader in the business, Matt Ligon was the perfect choice to receive this award for his commitment to our community and to the real estate industry.

Two awards were given to WCAR member offi ces for their support of RPAC, the REALTOR Political Action Committee. Homes by Parker received the award for most participation for a small offi ce and Zeitlin and Co. REALTORS-Franklin, received the large offi ce award for participation. WCAR would like to thank all those that invest in the Realtor Political Action Committee.

Vietnam Veteran Celebrated As Hometown HeroLocal veteran Mike Reeder is being honored for his service and love for our country in big ways this month. With Veteran’s Day this Friday, 11.11.11, he’ll spend the morning with the fourth graders at Oakview Elementary sharing his story and being celebrated for his service. Mike has also been chosen as the November Darrell Waltrip Automotive Hometown Hero. Reeder lost both of his legs in Vietnam, but he “hasn’t let that slow him down”, according to Earl Hensel, an acquaintance of Reeder’s, supporter of Outward Bound, an organization that assists returning disabled veterans in coping with life in America and the sponsor of the nomination for his Hometown Hero award. Now retired he is know as an accomplished golfer, recently being featured in an ESPN report chronicling his journey to play on the old course at St. Andrews, and shooting a 79 while there. As a part of the Hometown Hero award $500 will be donated in his honor to Mike’s charity of choice- Challenged Athletes Foundation, the non-profi t who sent Mike and his wife to Scotland to play at St. Andrews. Darrell Waltrip Automotive’s Hometown Heroes is a monthly event honoring Middle Tennessee residents who have made a positive impact on their community. Nominate your hero atwww.darrellwaltrip.com.

WMC Volunteer Auxiliary kicks off annual Tree of Life fundraiserHonor someone special this holiday season by contributing to the 26th annual Tree of Life, a fundraiser of Williamson Medical Center’s Volunteer Auxiliary. Funds raised by the Auxiliary are used to support and enhance the services of Williamson Medical Center. Donations of $5 per light or $25 per commemorative ornament can be made in honor of loved ones. Points on the star topping the Tree of Life also are available for $100 each on a fi rst-come, fi rst-served basis.

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In addition, the Inspiration Express train circling the tree has its engine, caboose and several cars available for dedication to a loved one. The annual tree-lighting ceremony will take place Monday, Dec. 5, in the Main Lobby of the Medical Center following a 6 p.m. reception for the community. Donor forms and more information are available at williamsonmedicalcenter.org, the Medical Center’s Information and Volunteer desks and by calling 615-435-5429.

First Farmers breaks ground for second Williamson County location Columbia, Tennessee-based First Farmers & Merchants Bank today held a ceremonial groundbreaking for its 19th branch offi ce in Middle Tennessee, this one in the budding McEwen development of Franklin’s Cool Springs. Bank Chairman and CEO T. Randy Stevens and First Farmers Williamson County President Craig Holland led board members and others in breaking ground for the 3,600 square foot facility, expected to open in the summer of 2012. The branch offi ce will be a full-service fi nancial center with both in-branch and drive-thru retail banking. It will offer a full array of bank products, including investment services, as well as self-entry safe deposit boxes using palm recognition technology and an ATM. Bank offi cials also took the occasion to announce that the bank will continue its community investment, once again sponsoring Franklin Tomorrow’s “Breakfast With The Mayors” series in 2012, as well as serve as the lead sponsor of this year’s “Carter House Candlelight Tour,” coordinated by the Battle of Franklin Trust November 30 through December 6.


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T. Scott Hart Named Executive Vice President of AXA Advisors in TennesseeT. Scott Hart has been named executive vice president of AXA Advisors, LLC’s Tennessee offi ce based in Franklin, part of the company’s National Division. In this new

role, Hart has overall responsibility for the offi ce and its more than sixty fi nancial professionals working in Tennessee communities. He will also focus on recruiting, training and developing individuals who want to grow as entrepreneurial fi nancial professionals. AXA Advisors’ fi nancial professionals work with individuals and business owners to provide strategies to help them achieve their fi nancial goals. They provide access to an array of fi nancial protection and investment products and services including life insurance, annuities and investments as well as college, retirement, business and estate planning strategies.

Ryan Search & Consulting forms Board of AdvisorsRyan Search & Consulting, a Nashville consulting fi rm that provides retained executive search, leadership consulting and recruitment process outsourcing to clients in architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing and technology, has announced formation of a Board of Advisors to provide the company additional strategic advice and direction. The Board has tapped a diverse group of business leaders from across the country, including: J. Robin Barrick, president and CEO, Smith Seckman Reid; Jim Fuller, owner, Fuller Consulting; Dan Gaudette, formerly senior vice president of North American Manufacturing & Supply Chain Management for Nissan Americas and former Interim president and CEO, United Way of Metropolitan Nashville; and Margaret Reynolds, master growth catalyst, Breakthrough Masters Unlimited of Kansas City, Missouri.

American Heart Association honors 46 local Fit-Friendly companiesThe American Heart Association has awarded 2011 Fit-Friendly recognition to 46 Middle Tennessee companies, for their notable efforts to promote physical activity and health in the workplace. In recognition of the vital role of healthy lifestyle choices, Fit-Friendly companies

implement various activities and programs at the workplace to encourage physical activity, nutrition and culture enhancements such as walking routes, healthy food choices in cafeterias and vending machines, annual employee health risk assessments and online tracking tools. Fit-Friendly companies are named twice per year across the nation.

This year, Middle Tennessee has one of the highest number of Fit-Friendly companies of any community in the country. Local companies designated as Fit-Friendly for the second half of 2011 were honored at the recent Nashville and Rutherford Heart Walks.

WCAR Installation and Awards CeremonyThe Williamson County Association of Realtors celebrated the installation of their 2012 Board of Directors yesterday along with recognizing several members and offi ces for outstanding service. Mary Lankford Benson received the award for Affi liate of the Year. Mary Lankford Benson, Senior Vice President of Tennessee Commerce Bank, was recognized for her support of the Williamson County Association of Realtors, including the annual retreat for the Board of Directors and her general support of banking and real estate. Matt Ligon received the coveted Realtor of the Year award. Matt, a Broker with with Zeitlin and Co. REALTORS® of Franklin, TN. Realtor® of the Year is based on a member’s commitment to Williamson County and involvement in the association. A leader in the business, Matt Ligon was the perfect choice to receive this award for his commitment to our community and to the real estate industry.

Two awards were given to WCAR member offi ces for their support of RPAC, the REALTOR Political Action Committee. Homes by Parker received the award for most participation for a small offi ce and Zeitlin and Co. REALTORS-Franklin, received the large offi ce award for participation. WCAR would like to thank all those that invest in the Realtor Political Action Committee.

Vietnam Veteran Celebrated As Hometown HeroLocal veteran Mike Reeder is being honored for his service and love for our country in big ways this month. With Veteran’s Day this Friday, 11.11.11, he’ll spend the morning with the fourth graders at Oakview Elementary sharing his story and being celebrated for his service. Mike has also been chosen as the November Darrell Waltrip Automotive Hometown Hero. Reeder lost both of his legs in Vietnam, but he “hasn’t let that slow him down”, according to Earl Hensel, an acquaintance of Reeder’s, supporter of Outward Bound, an organization that assists returning disabled veterans in coping with life in America and the sponsor of the nomination for his Hometown Hero award. Now retired he is know as an accomplished golfer, recently being featured in an ESPN report chronicling his journey to play on the old course at St. Andrews, and shooting a 79 while there. As a part of the Hometown Hero award $500 will be donated in his honor to Mike’s charity of choice- Challenged Athletes Foundation, the non-profi t who sent Mike and his wife to Scotland to play at St. Andrews. Darrell Waltrip Automotive’s Hometown Heroes is a monthly event honoring Middle Tennessee residents who have made a positive impact on their community. Nominate your hero atwww.darrellwaltrip.com.

WMC Volunteer Auxiliary kicks off annual Tree of Life fundraiserHonor someone special this holiday season by contributing to the 26th annual Tree of Life, a fundraiser of Williamson Medical Center’s Volunteer Auxiliary. Funds raised by the Auxiliary are used to support and enhance the services of Williamson Medical Center. Donations of $5 per light or $25 per commemorative ornament can be made in honor of loved ones. Points on the star topping the Tree of Life also are available for $100 each on a fi rst-come, fi rst-served basis.

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In addition, the Inspiration Express train circling the tree has its engine, caboose and several cars available for dedication to a loved one. The annual tree-lighting ceremony will take place Monday, Dec. 5, in the Main Lobby of the Medical Center following a 6 p.m. reception for the community. Donor forms and more information are available at williamsonmedicalcenter.org, the Medical Center’s Information and Volunteer desks and by calling 615-435-5429.

First Farmers breaks ground for second Williamson County location Columbia, Tennessee-based First Farmers & Merchants Bank today held a ceremonial groundbreaking for its 19th branch offi ce in Middle Tennessee, this one in the budding McEwen development of Franklin’s Cool Springs. Bank Chairman and CEO T. Randy Stevens and First Farmers Williamson County President Craig Holland led board members and others in breaking ground for the 3,600 square foot facility, expected to open in the summer of 2012. The branch offi ce will be a full-service fi nancial center with both in-branch and drive-thru retail banking. It will offer a full array of bank products, including investment services, as well as self-entry safe deposit boxes using palm recognition technology and an ATM. Bank offi cials also took the occasion to announce that the bank will continue its community investment, once again sponsoring Franklin Tomorrow’s “Breakfast With The Mayors” series in 2012, as well as serve as the lead sponsor of this year’s “Carter House Candlelight Tour,” coordinated by the Battle of Franklin Trust November 30 through December 6.

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It was a cold day last December 12th when Molly Brown and Tony Thompson met at Starbucks in Cool Springs for a business introduction at the suggestion of a mutual friend. After thirty minutes of business talk the conversation turned personal and 3 ½ hours later when they walked out to the parking lot they found the season’s first blanket of snow which highlighted that magical afternoon’s conversation. There were too many significant “coincidences” to ignore including both being from the same small Tennessee community where Molly was friends with Tony’s younger cousin and that, although seven years apart, they share the same birthday on April 26th.That snowy magical afternoon ignited a spark that culminated in a marriage celebration complete with fireworks! The newly engaged couple invited 200 of their closest friends and family to celebrate their engagement and the 4th of July to a casual family barbeque at their home in Brentwood Country Club on July the 3rd, the night the club traditionally has its fireworks display. Once their guests arrived they knew they were about to be a part of an enchanted evening, as the groom’s former red brick home had been magically transformed into the new couples old-world golden stucco home complete with cypress wood shutters, stacked stone columns, cedar shake trim and copper gas lanterns; and, the backyard that flows onto the green manicured golf course was adorned with white Chinese lanterns strung from the trees over white tablecloth

topped tables with natural wildflower centerpieces. The engagement and 4th of July party quickly turned into a surprise wedding when Judge John Everett Williams, who officiated, announced from the back deck overlooking the crowd that Tony and Molly had decided, since all their friends and family were there, to get married that evening. Simultaneously, the couple appeared from the rear to cheers and applause as they greeted their guests and made their way up to the deck for the ceremony. Surrounded by their closest family, Tony and Molly exchanged personally written vows and personally designed rings symbolic of their enchanted love as the couple’s three teenage children, Dalton, Rachel and Selah stood with them and participated in ceremony witnessed by all.After guests enjoyed a traditional southern barbeque dinner complete with wedding cake, with the newly married couple, they spread blankets and chairs out on the golf course and watched a spectacular fireworks show put on by the Brentwood Country Club. The newlyweds spent their wedding night in their new old-world home overlooking their own “private green pasture” which was symbolic to them as they were so grateful to have found the “greenest pasture” in each other and to be finally “home” with one another. They honeymooned for 10 days in Turks and Caicos at the luxurious Pointe Grace Resort and Spa.

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