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Will and Leigh AnnLongwitzIn his first term as District 25 senator, Will Longwitz was commit-

ted to working for a brighter tomorrow for the state that he loves.

Will and his wife Leigh Ann work countless hours in the communi-

ty to ensure that their two daughters, Sophie and June, and the

future of the state, have the opportunity to grow up in a safe, sta-

ble environment.

The Art of Beautiful WritingSome say the art of beautiful writing is dead thanks to the Internet

and other countless computer generated opportunities. But this

isn’t true according to Northsiders Betsy Greener, Claire

Frascogna, and Kandy Sims, three of the seven founders of the

recently formed Mississippi Calligraphy Guild. “Calligraphy can be

both a delight to the eye and an inspiration to the spirit,” Greener

said. “In our technological age, the appreciation for the art of cal-

ligraphy has grown incredibly; it is a fun hobby, a great business

and a creative art.”

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Departments

Angela Lee Aldridge/Colby Brett Beem

Kathryn Beckett Jones/Justin Michael Banek

Melanie Campbell Engle/Robert Leverett Smith II

Jane Anna Harris/David Whitmire Waide Jr.

Genny Claire Frascogna/Logan Burch Phillips III

Ashley Ann Lamar/Thaddeus Stevens Welch III

Charlotte Kirke McNeel/Justin Glenn Chamblee

Sarah Kathryn Sams/Nicholas James Weyrens

Caroline Ridgway Walker/Matthew Allen Sims

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Engagement PartyAn engagement celebration honor-

ing Haley Westbrook and

Christopher Yearout was held

recently in the home of the bride.

Engagement PartyAn engagement celebration honor-

ing Camille Morris and Jason

Hellwig was held recently in the

Bridgewater home of Helen and

Craig York.

Engagement PartyCrystle Lee Reed and Peter Douglas

Clark were honored recently with a

tropical-themed engagement cele-

bration at the Country Club of

Jackson home of Kathy and Marvin

Scott.

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St. Dominic Hospital AuxiliaryLuncheonThe St. Dominic Hospital Auxiliary hosted amembership luncheon recently at the CountryClub of Jackson.

Anne Sullivan Retirement ReceptionMagnolia Speech School honored AnneSullivan recently on her retirement from herrole as executive director of the school.

Murrah Class of 1965 65th BirthdayMembers of the Murrah High School Class of1965 celebrated their 65th birthday this year.

St. Andrew’s 1947 Society PartyThe St. Andrew’s annual 1947 Society partywas held recently at Bravo.

“It’s A Girl Thing”Woman’s Hospital and River Oaks Hospital pre-sented “It’s a Girl Thing” recently at Table 100.The event included wine and food, door prizes,and a panel of physicians who answered ques-tions submitted by attendees.

Ballet Mississippi Wine TastingA wine tasting was held recently at FischerGalleries in Fondren to support BalletMississippi.

Madison County FoundationMembership MeetingThe Madison County Foundation board ofdirectors held its 17th annual membershipmeeting recently at the Country Club ofJackson.

Mississippi Opera Dance With TheStarsJackson celebs Elbert Bivins, Sibyl Child, Dr.Anthony Cloy, Dr. Charles Jackson, LesleyMcLin, Kerry Parker and Peyton Prospere per-formed recently at the Country Club of Jacksonduring Dance with the Stars, benefitingMississippi Opera.

Zoo Party UnleashedThe Jackson Zoo hosted Zoo Party Unleashedrecently at Highland Village.

Deltas After Dark Fall SocialJackson area alumnae of Delta Delta Deltasorority recently gathered at Phyllis Geary’sView Gallery in Ridgeland for their Deltas AfterDark fall social.

Artists ReceptionA reception was held recently at the MunicipalArt Gallery for artists Eleanor Hughes, MarthaY. Andre and Janie Davis.

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B Y J U D Y S M I T H

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Will learned the value of hard work from his family as he was

growing up in Quitman. Both his mother and grandmother were

career public school teachers. Will’s grandmother taught elemen-

tary school, and his mother taught music. On his father’s side,

they owned two women’s retail clothing stores, one in Meridian

and the other in Alabama. So Will was well-versed in the grati-

tude of a hard day’s work. He took those lessons with him to col-

lege and throughout his life. He was graduated from the

Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science and went on to

graduate from Georgetown University in 1995 with bachelor’s

degrees in government and English.

Before he went to law school, he worked on Capitol Hill. It was

there he found his life’s calling. Every spring during his college

years at Georgetown, Will did an internship. “The law has always

In his first term as District 25senator, Will Longwitz wascommitted to working for a

brighter tomorrow for the state that heloves. Will and his wife Leigh Ann workcountless hours in the community toensure that their two daughters, Sophieand June, and the future of the state, havethe opportunity to grow up in a safe, sta-ble environment.

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fit my interests and skills,” Will said. “After

working on Capitol Hill, it was clear that it was

the best, most natural route for me. It’s been a

very rewarding career to me so far.”

During his first year out of college, he worked

on Bob Dole’s presidential campaign and later

worked for Rep. J.C. Watts. The Madison resi-

dent has practiced law since 2003, putting in

time in private practice as a federal civil prose-

cutor in Washington, D.C.

Leigh Ann, a Madison native, was graduated

from the University of the South, Sewanee, and

participated in the program on negotiation at

Harvard University. She was graduated in 1996

with bachelor’s degrees in German and history.

Now, Leigh Ann works as director of external

affairs for Eco-Systems Inc., an environmental

engineering and consulting firm headquartered in

Jackson.

For a few years, she was an investment banker

for Merrill Lynch in London, but she decided to

return to her Mississippi roots. That’s when

Kimberly Sharp first met Leigh Ann, and the two

became fast friends. She was not surprised that

Leigh Ann and Will had an instant connection.

“They are both passionate, and both are very

bright. I know that’s what must have attracted Will

to Leigh Ann right away. She’s brilliant, and so is

he. She definitely gave him a run for his money,”

Kimberly said.

Although Will and Leigh Ann both have an

impressive background in education, Will has a

few other hidden talents up his sleeve. He boasts

some golden pipes and even led the Georgetown

Chimes, an a capella singing group, in college. For

“Mississippi, and the metro area

especially, is very lucky that both

Will and Leigh Ann have returned.

They both possess formidable

intellect and ability,and their commitment to making

this a better place to live will yield

benefits to all of usfor years to come.”

Kristopher Graham

W ill a n d Le i gh A n n

Longwi t z


Will, singing just came naturally. “At Georgetown,

there are no fraternities, so the Chimes was the

closest thing. I guess because my mother was a

choir director who had me singing every time the

church doors opened, it was a given that I would

lead the Chimes. We traveled and performed in

D.C. and along the East Coast. They are still some

of my best friends today.”

Will’s professional performing appearances have

been limited since he had a complete thyroidecto-

my. His tenor range is limited for now, so he has

put his public appearances on the shelf for a while.

Will and Leigh Ann also devote time to commu-

nity service. When former Gov. Haley Barbour and

Jim Barksdale created the Governor’s Commission

on Recovery, Rebuilding and Renewal following

Hurricane Katrina, they established a plan to help

the Gulf Coast attain the tools to rebuild. “It was a

very rewarding experience for me, and I enjoyed

meeting so many people I now count as friends on

the coast,” Will said. However it was also reward-

ed in other ways.

It was while working on the governor’s commis-

sion they first met. “Nothing in my life would be

possible without Leigh Ann’s constant support,”

Will said. “Every day, I wake up grateful that I

have such a partner. And on top of that, she’s a

wonderful mother, and is beautiful inside and out,

too. What more could I ask for?”

Leigh Ann grew up learning the importance of

giving back to the community. Her parents, E.

David and Lynn Cox, were active with Habitat for

Humanity, and she grew up going to those events

and giving of her time. “Giving back to your com-

munity is something I want to instill in my children

the way my parents did in me,” Leigh Ann said.

For a fund-raiser for the Madison Countians

Allied Against Poverty, she baked 25 caramel

cakes which sold for $20 to $25 each. Last year,

she baked 20 pecan pies for another event.

“As president of Madison County Republican

Women, I know I can always count on either of

them. They’re busy with family, jobs, and church,

but they help me whenever and with whatever I

ask,” Renee Lambert said.

To help ensure that Sophie and June and future

generations are well prepared for the future, Will

has made education a priority in all of his work. In

fact, he ran his campaign on improving education

as well as helping to improve the employment out-

look in the state. He is working to make sure all

students are given the chance to get quality educa-

tions and pursue their dreams.

“I am, of course, very proud of him. I think he is

intelligent, hard-working and reasonable,” Leigh

Ann said. “He genuinely makes an effort to under-

stand everyone’s point of view, regardless of party.

He is as conservative as they come, but I notice he

is friendly and respectful to everyone.”

“People like Will and Leigh Ann are the future of

the state. Their commitment to Mississippi is cru-

cial especially in times like now when our values

and way of life are being assaulted daily,”

Kimberly Sharp said. “Their family is the perfect

representation of Madison County and Will’s dis-

trict.”

To combat all the stress that comes with the high

pressure of the legal field and his time at the

Capitol, Will often resorts to his favorite hobby -

running. But to him, it’s much more than just a

hobby. Will has run all his life, including cross-

country running in college, and in the past few

years, he has started competing in marathons,

including the Blues Marathon and the Memphis

Marathon. “Running is both a hobby, exercise, and

therapy for me,” Will said.

For Leigh Ann, the keys to success in their fami-

ly are communication and cooperation. Teamwork

is also a major keyword in the Longwitz house-

hold. Often, Leigh Ann will plan the menu for the

week, and Will takes over the grocery shopping

duties. They also make it a priority to have dinner

together as a family every night if possible. This

allows them a chance to connect and keep up with

everything that is going on in their lives.

Leigh Ann and her family have attended the

Chapel of the Cross for almost 30 years, and now

the Longwitz family is a fixture at the church,

attending on Sundays and taking communion.

Being a lifelong Methodist, it took Will a little

while to adjust to the rituals of the Episcopal

Church, but now he embraces all parts of the

church and their fellow members.

“Many of the brightest minds Leigh Ann and I

went to school with left our state to pursue their

careers elsewhere,” friend Kristopher Graham said.

“Mississippi, and the metro area especially, is very

lucky that both Will and Leigh Ann have returned.

They both possess formidable intellect and ability,

and their commitment to making this a better place

to live will yield benefits to all of us for years to

come.”

“Giving back to your community is something I want to instill inmy children the way my parents did in me,”

Leigh Ann Longwitz

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Art ofBeautiful Writing

B Y J E N N Y W O O D R U F FP H O T O G R A P H Y B Y B E T H B U C K L E Y

The

Some say the art of beautiful writing is dead

thanks to the Internet and other countless

computer generated opportunities.

But this isn’t true according to Northsiders

Betsy Greener, Claire Frascogna, and Kandy Sims,

three of the seven founders of the recently

formed Mississippi Calligraphy Guild.

“Calligraphy can be both a delight to the eye and

an inspiration to the spirit,” Greener said. “In our

technological age, the appreciation for the art of

calligraphy has grown incredibly; it is a fun hobby,

a great business and a creative art.”


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From an early age, Greener, originally fromDallas, was interested in invitations, cards andletters. “I loved stationery and often spent mysavings on note cards and paper,” she said.“Birthday party invitations were a priority for me;I figured out early that the invitation sets thetone for the event. It has always been importantto me to have a beautiful wardrobe of classic sta-tionery.”

But she became interested in calligraphy duringthe planning of her wedding. “The weddingwardrobe of stationery is a step above the social,”she said. “I moved beyond traditional handwrit-ing and began to gather samples of ornate callig-raphy. I loved the flourishing, the colors, theuniqueness of the different scripts.”

In calligraphy, there are two main types of pens– the broad edged pen and the pointed pen.

So in 2004, Greener took a calligraphy class inthe Millsaps College Community EnrichmentSeries where Joycie Davis taught ChanceryCursive Italic writing using the broad edged pen.

After the class, Greener wanted to expand herstudy of calligraphy into Copperplate ScriptCalligraphy, using the pointed pen. “I am self-taught in this area – pointed pen work. As peo-ple often say ‘there is no teacher like experience.’After a few weddings of 1,000 or more invita-tions, I was well on my way to being fairly profi-cient in this style,” she said.

Four years later, Greener began teaching“Calligraphy – The Art of Beautiful Writing” inthe Millsaps College Community EnrichmentSeries.

Kandy Sims, who has always been interested inart, took painting classes on and off for about 20years, including art classes from Myra Green. Inaddition, she also took several painting work-shops and classes from other local artists. A fewyears ago, she wanted to learn calligraphy anddecided to take Greener’s class at Millsaps.“Having two daughters, I thought it would begreat to learn the beautiful art of calligraphy,” shesaid. “As I kept learning and practicing, I started

doing envelopes for friends.”Claire Frascogna was interested in learning cal-

ligraphy when her children were young but atthat time, there were no teachers of the art formin Jackson that she knew of. After her childrenwere grown, she learned that a beginner calligra-phy class was being taught at Millsaps. She reallywanted to learn calligraphy, plus a friend of herswho was getting married, wanted her to addressthe invitations. “I took the class and practicedhours upon hours and searched the Web for cal-ligraphy videos just so I could watch the differenttechniques that the master penman used whilewriting,” she said.

Interest in the class has grown so much thatGreener actually added a morning class in addi-tion to the evening one. People take the class formany reasons – some are creative people lookingfor a fresh option to express art, some are thereto help a friend or relative with their weddinginvitations, and others are aiming to start theirown calligraphy business.

In the class, students learn Chancery CursiveItalic script and Copperplate script – these arevery different in method and appearance. Inaddition to lettering, they also cover layout anddesign, etiquette in invitations and promoting acalligraphy business. Greener believes that any-one can learn calligraphy; desire and interest arethe deciding factors in who will achieve success.

“Calligraphy is an art form in which patienceand attention to detail are more important thanartistic talent – you don’t have to be an artist tobe good at calligraphy,” she said. “Many of mystudents decide that they want more in-depthinstruction after our six-week class session isover and there are also interested people whocannot attend the class due to scheduling con-flicts, therefore I do offer private lessons, bothfor beginners and the intermediate student.”

From the class, the three ladies formed a closefriendship and as they became more interested inimproving their skills, they decided to join theInternational Association of Master Penmen,Engrossers and Teachers of Handwriting(IAMPETH).

“Calligraphy is such a creative art – there are somany different techniques, instruments andstyles,” Greener said. “My style of writing is con-stantly evolving. As a member of IAMPETH, Iam constantly striving to update my knowledgeof hand lettering techniques by reading theirpublications and talking with other members.”

Frascogna actually went to the IAMPETH cal-ligraphy convention alone. While at the conven-tion, she met and talked to people from all overthe country about all things calligraphy. “Eachperson I talked to encouraged me to join differ-ent guilds in my area so I could learn even moreabout the art of calligraphy,” she said.

After returning home, she joined theBirmingham Calligraphy Guild and immediatelystarted participating in their workshops toimprove her skill and to learn different forms of

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writing. Both Greener and Sims also joinedthe Birmingham Calligraphy Guild and allthree joined the Nashville Guild andMemphis Guild so they could all partici-pate in their workshops as well.

This past year Frascogna encouragedGreener and Sims to go with her to theconvention in Milwaukee. “This conferenceis a week-long meeting where you can takeclasses each day from master penmen, andother professional calligraphers from allover the country,” Sims said. “It was a greatexperience because we learned so muchand met so many talented people. Welearned that many of our colleagues wereaffiliated with calligraphy guilds in theirrespective areas.” After the week at the con-vention, they all agreed that they must getthe calligraphy guild going in Mississippi.

The three ladies along with DeborahAllen, Pat Jernberg, Barb Currie and RobinWise formed the Mississippi CalligraphyGuild shortly after returning from the con-vention. “Calligraphic societies/guilds arethriving in cities throughout the country,and it’s time that Mississippi has this typeof group,” Greener said.

The purpose of the guild is to have aforum to come together and discuss ideasand techniques in penmanship. The guild ismade up of all types of lettering artists,from beginners to professionals and every-thing in between. “We strive to not onlylearn and practice calligraphic letterformsbut to also enjoy the friendships that evolvefrom diving into the creative processtogether,” Greener said. “Membership isopen to anyone regardless of one’s calli-graphic ability.”

Their first meeting was this past October(at Christ United Methodist Church) andabout 35 people attended the meeting.

Their next meeting is Tuesday, January 15,with one of their main goals to eventuallybe able to offer workshops where theybring in calligraphers from othercities/states to share their expertise in dif-ferent areas of this art form.

Sims’ favorite type of calligraphy is theCopperplate and the Spencerian calligra-phy. “I love doing something that is such anold established art. It is so much fun andyou improve the more you practice.” Sims,who is a Jackson resident, has been marriedto Joe Sims for 31 years. They have a son,Kirk, 29, who is married to CarolineWicker Sims. They also have a daughterMary Kate, 26, who is married toJosh Whelan and they live inOxford. They have a grandson,Jack, who is 16 months old. Theyalso have another daughter, Claire,23, who recently graduated fromOle Miss. Sims has been teachingat Jackson Academy for 20 years.She taught kindergarten for 10years and is currently teaching pre-school art.

Greener, who also is a Jacksonresident, is married to JasonGreener. They have been married13 years and have two children,Sarah Beth (10) and Thomas (7),who both attend St. Andrew’sEpiscopal School.

Madison resident Frascogna hasbeen married to Greg Frascognafor 31 years. They have two chil-dren. Lou, 30, is married to MollyMatthews Frascogna. They havetwo children, Penn and Eliot. Theirdaughter, Genny, is engaged toLogan Phillips and will be marriedin February.

The Mississippi Tennis Association will hold their 2013 annual meeting at

the Country Club of Jackson on January 25 and 26. During the week-

end activities, pros from across the state will come for a workshop, rep-

resentatives from USTA member organizations will attend the meeting,

the 2012 award winners will be honored during the awards luncheon,

and Saturday evening will include the induction of Susan Toler and Bobby Brien

into the Tennis Foundation of Mississippi’s Hall of Fame.

Each of the nominees has long been associated with tennis in the state and

through their play, support and instruction have left an unmistakable imprint on

Mississippi tennis.

Toler, a native Mississippian, began playing tennis as a young girl and was

ranked number one in each age group as a junior player. From 1966 through

1993, Susan had 50 Mississippi tennis rankings, a remarkable accomplishment in

the “open era” of tennis. Of those 50 rankings, she held 24 number one rank-

ings and 14 number two rankings. She was also ranked number one in the

Southern Section once and number two twice. From 1974-1978 she was a top

player on the Ole Miss tennis team and taught at both the Ole Miss and

Mississippi State tennis camps. After graduation, she worked as a head teaching

pro at several area facilities before becoming director of the Ridgeland Tennis

Center in 1995. While there, she has been instrumental in hosting the Southern

Section Bullfrog Tournament and the Girls 16 National Open for the past eight

years.

Susan says, “My entire career has been spent being involved with the thing I

love, which is working in the sport of tennis. My career in tennis has offered me

many challenges and opportunities, but one of the biggest assets has been the

fact that I have been able to remain in Mississippi and share whatever talents I

have with those in my home state.” Susan currently lives in Brandon and can

usually be found teaching tennis at RTC.

Brien, originally from Sidney, Australia, came to Mississippi because of tennis.

In 1964 he accepted a scholarship to Mississippi State University. He had

already made a name for himself in junior tennis in Australia, playing in the same

age group as John Newcombe, Tony Roche, and others who eventually became

Grand Slam winners. In 1962 he was ranked the number two junior in Australia,

won the National Junior Team competition with Newcombe and Dick Crealy, and

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T H E M I S S I S S I P P I T E N N I S A S S O C I A T I O N ’ S

ANNUAL MEETING

Hall of Fame inductee Bobby BrienHall of Fame inductee Susan Toler

Mitch Bleske was the captain of the USTA League Mixed DoublesAdult Team of the Year. Nick Crawford, Don Rush, Mitch Bleske,Louis Greer and, bottom: Kristen Crawford, Lisa Jeffcoat, Leigh

Taylor, Monica Day. Not pictured: Lee Carney, Gretchen Ware, AdamAxton, Jay Wheatley, Bridgette Wheatley, and Hannah Daly.

northsidesunthe

newspaper & magazineReceiving the Media

Excellence Award for 2012 isthe Northside Sun for their

outstanding coverage of ten-nis activities across the

Northside.

Selected as the Dorothy VestJunior Male Player of the Year isKeegan Barkley from Madison.

2.5 WomenJimmie Coins took a group of beginner women and worked with

them for more than a year. They were selected as the USTA LeagueAdult Team of the Year. Jimmie Coins (captain), Larissa Williams,

Tracy Caradine, Adrianne Swinney, Josette Howard, Deidra Dungeeand Timika Franklin. Not pictured: Tina Smith and Stacey Chisolm

Jill Gray’s USTA League 4.0 Senior Women have been selected asthe USTA League Senior Team of the Year. Nancy Hicks, Libby

Jones, Kaye Donald, Jill Gray, Gwen Emmons, Lynne Smithhart,Anne Gibson, Johnnie Hailey. Not pictured: Lela Carter

Richard Wilson is the highschool tennis coach at Jim HillHigh School. He was selectedas the 2012 Coach of the Year.

Justyn Schelver is the director oftennis at Reunion Golf and Country

Club in Madison. He was selected asthe Tennis Professional of the Year.

Each year, tennis players from across the statenominate their peers for various awards. During

the 2012 awards luncheon to be held January 26at the Country Club of Jackson, several teams and

individuals from the Northside will be honored.


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stellar career at Mississippi State included the SEC sin-

gles title at the number one position for three years

and the SEC doubles title twice. He was selected All-

SEC three times and twice was selected as a member

of the NCAA six-man All-American tennis team, teams

which included Stan Smith, Bob Lutz, and Arthur Ashe.

An injury his senior year ended his pro aspirations

but not his involvement with tennis. He returned to

Australia for a short time, but he came back to the

United States to take a teaching position at the

Greenville, S.C., Country Club. In 1980 he moved back

to Mississippi and has had an impressive career as a

player, teacher and coach since then. He was inducted

into the MSU Sports Hall of Fame and the Mississippi

Sports Hall of Fame in 1985. Bobby is married to the

former Gail Russell of Indianola, and the couple cur-

rently makes their home in Clarksdale, where he is the

teaching pro at the Clarksdale Country Club.

Toler and Brien will be inducted into the hall of fame

January 26, at a banquet to be held in their honor at

the Country Club of Jackson. If you would like to

attend the banquet, please contact the Mississippi ten-

nis office by phone at 601-981-4421 or by e-mail to rev-

[email protected].

Each year, tennis players from across the state nomi-

nate their tennis peers for various awards. The 2012

award winners are extremely deserving of their

achievements both on and off the courts. Northsiders

who will be honored are Keegan Barkley, Dorothy Vest

Male Junior Player of the Year; Jimmie Coins’ 2.5 USTA

League Adult Team of the Year; Jill Gray’s 4.0 USTA

League Senior Team of the Year; Mitch Bleske’s 8.0

USTA League Adult Mixed Doubles Team of the Year;

The Northside Sun, Media Excellence Award; Justyn

Schelver, Professional of the Year and Richard Wilson,

Coach of the Year. For a complete listing of all 2012

award winners, visit www.mstennis.com.

Congratulations to Robert Russell on his induction

into the Mississippi Senior Olympics Hall of Fame for

basketball. Robert played basketball for Mississippi

State. He and his wife, Bry, have been at the Country

Club of Jackson for 19 years where he is the director of

instruction and she is the director of tennis.

Congratulations on this great honor.

The 2012 Southern Combo Doubles Mississippi

Championships were held in the Jackson area

November 8-11. More than 1,300 tennis players came to

town to compete in the four-day tournament. After

using 60 courts across the area for play and going

through 3,000 tennis balls, 16 teams were crowned

champions in their divisions. From the Northside, cap-

tains of the winning teams were Jeff Aldridge, 7.5 men;

Leah Warren, 7.5 women; Sudhakar Madakasira, 7.5

senior men, and Carolyn Galloway, 8.5 senior women.

These teams will represent Mississippi March 1-3, dur-

ing the Southern Combo Doubles Sectional

Championships in Mobile.

Junior tennis players across the Northside are play-

ing some great tennis. The USTA Middle School

League, sponsored by the Tri-County CTA just complet-

ed another successful season. Area schools playing

this year were JA, Prep, MRA, St. Andrew’s, St. Joe,

and for the first time, Madison Middle School participat-

ed and had two teams. The focus of this league is hav-

ing fun while playing tennis with your school friends. It

is not for the tournament level players or top varsity

players, but more for the intermediate to beginner

players.

Stedman Strickland and Sylvia Viljoen are on “Team

Mississippi” that won the USTA Junior Team Tennis 14

and under Advanced Mississippi State and Sectional

titles. They recently returned from Columbia, S.C.,

where Team Mississippi competed during the USTA

Junior Team Tennis 14 and under Advanced National

Championships. While there, they competed against

teams from New York, Northern California, Hawaii,

Maryland, and Washington state, finishing eighth in the

nation.

Three competitive junior players from the area have

achieved a top 10 spot in the Southern Sectional stand-

ings list: Juliette Finch is number two in the 10s, Mathis

Billman is number one in the 10s, and Meredith Roberts

is number six in the 14s. All three are number one in

the Mississippi standings.

All of the staff at the Mississippi Tennis Association

wishes each of you a wonderfully happy New Year. As

always, for all of your tennis needs, you can find us on

Facebook; USTA Mississippi, Twitter; @ustamississippi

or go to our website, www.mstennis.com.

7.5 WomenLaura Carman, Becca Dickerson, Leah Warren, Brenda Senn,

Melissa Turnbull; (front) Gayla Sanders, Cindi Beesley, Christa Ewing,Audrey Thomas, Malesta Purvis, Cami Stone-Hill. Not pictured:

Rhonda Rhoden, Nicole Buchanan.

7.5 Senior MenBrian Tolley, Michael Ward, Thomas Payne, Joey Diaz, Daniel

McClung; (front) Sudhakar Madakasira, Steven Szabo, Ray Sears, ArtLeis. Not pictured: Craig Tetrick

7.5 MenJeff Aldridge, Donnail Myles, Reece Merchant; (front) Sean

Merchant, Zach Merchant, Bruce Black, Darryl Pieroni. Not pictured:Richard Woodruff, Austin O’Brien, Lee Puckett, Harold Smith,

Michael Christy, Brian Tolley, Joey Diaz.

Robert Russell wasinducted into theMississippi SeniorOlympics Hall of

Fame.

Sylvia Viljoen and Stedman Stricklandplayed on Team Mississippi during the

USTA Junior Team Tennis NationalChampionships in Columbia, S.C. After aweekend of incredible tennis, they fin-ished eighth in the nation in the 14 and

Under Advanced USTA JTT NationalChampionships.

Playing on the St. Andrew’s Middle School team are Grace Carroll,Caleigh Hankins, Vivian Pryor, Anna Case, Maddie Conerly, Ishan

Bhatt, Bennett Weeks, Satwick Pani

Playing from the Jackson Prep Middle School team are: Alex Joyner, Eliza Brantley, Grace Gourlay,Luci Moore, Dakota Kraus, Jennings Duncan, Alex White, Michael Maloney, Hays Dubberly, AndrewsMcIntyre. Not pictured: Jadlon Adams-Rucker, Cameron Mabry, Robert Wasson, Graham Roberson

8.5 Senoir WomenJane Wolf, Carolyn Galloway, Sally Thompson, Jeannie Mullen,

Barbara Rushton; (front) Geri Smith, Lyn Crawford, Armetha Anthony,Beth Rogers, Diane Miles. Not pictured: Barbara West, Debra Byrne,

Anne Culpepper, Sandra Kees, Gail Ott

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The beginning of a new year marks the opportuni-ty to start fresh, to break a bad habit or to start a newroutine. More often than not, resolutions begin with thebest of intentions, but fail to make it to spring before theyare long forgotten. Some of my previous unsuccessfulresolutions have included learning a new language,working out, going to bed earlier, and reading more.

A few years ago, I decided that I was going to learn tospeak Spanish. With great enthusiasm I searched for theperfect method to learn conversational Spanish. Aftermuch research, I bought a set of six CDs with the inten-tion of being bilingual by the spring. I am sad to say that Inever made it past the second CD and my aspirations ofchatting with the staff at our favorite Mexican restaurantwere never realized.

The next year, I made the resolution to exercise - so Ijoined a gym with a two-year contract. I had every inten-tion of working out, but only made five visits to the gymduring my 730-day membership. My 2008 resolution costme about $240 per aerobics class that I attended.

My 2009 resolution was to relax and go to bed early.Little did I know that I would be in the hospital on bedrestfor two months where I had no choice but to stay in bed.After that I had twins and didn’t sleep for two years - so Iskipped making any resolutions in 2010 or 2011 for fearthat they might come true and then come back to bite

me. I equate my experience to people that make a reso-lution to lose 15 pounds and end up gaining 30.

In 2012, I made a resolution to read more - so I joined abook club. As usual, I procrastinated in completing therequired text and had to stay home from work the day ofour meeting to read the book before our book club gath-ering. After speed reading through what turned out to bea pretty interesting book, I decided then that if I wasn’tgoing to read for pleasure and it became one more thing“to do” then perhaps being a member of a book club wasnot a good fit for my life at that particular time. Again, Ifelt like a quitter; one more New Year’s resolution madewith the best of intentions and broken in record time.

This year I’ve decided to keep it simple. I’m not plan-ning on joining anything or making any unattainablegoals that will leave me feeling defeated if I slack off orthat I have to leave my home to attend. In 2013 my NewYear’s resolution is to eat healthier. Specifically, to elimi-nate anything that I can’t pronounce from my diet and tocommit to a yearlong journey of better eating practices.

For the most part, I don’t eat bad 10 months out of theyear, but during the months of November and December Iwill eat just about anything. The more processed, caf-feinated or sugar-filled the better. I consume an unac-ceptable quantity of Big Macs, Red Bull energy drinks,and candy bars from the beginning of Mistletoe to

Christmas Day. I develop a gut of steel and my digestivesystem is abused by all of the unnatural foods it is forcedto process.

Because of my bad eating habits during the holidays, Ihave decided that my body deserves a commitment toeat healthier in 2013. However, my quest for good nutri-tion can’t be complicated or I will be back on the preser-vative bandwagon before Valentine’s Day. After muchconsideration, I think the easiest way to stick to this reso-lution without an abundance of effort is to use a blender.

I don’t always have the time to eat all of the recom-mended fruits and vegetables in one 24-hour period, butliquefying a combination of super foods like blueberries,strawberries and kiwi with low-fat yogurt is an easybreakfast that can be eaten on the go. I also have twomembers of my family that aren’t big fans of certain veg-etables. I have found an effortless way to get them to eatbroccoli, beans or whole grains is to pulverize them intoan unrecognizable state and add them to a tomato orcream-based sauce.

I use a traditional blender, immersion blender or foodprocessor depending on the recipe, but a standardblender can be used for chopping, pureeing, creaming orwhipping.

Food processors provide more control in chopping orpureeing. If you are converting garbanzo beans or butter-

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beans into humus, a food processor is most suitable forpulsing the ingredients to the desired consistency.

Immersion blenders are portable blending tools that canbe used in a hot or cold setting and often have optionalattachments for whisking or chopping. When creating aspaghetti sauce with secret ingredients of carrots, cauli-flower or sprouts, an immersion blender is the best tool touse directly in the pot to create a smooth sauce withundetectable traces of any healthy ingredients.

Blenders are powerful vessels with open blades usedfor crushing, pureeing and blending. The best tool forcrushing ice, frozen fruits or vegetables is a blender withthe capability to withstand the force of crushing and whileblending all of the ingredients to create a smooth texture.

When selecting a blender or food processor, the morewattage the better. (One horsepower equals about 750watts.) Unfortunately, more watts means more money

spent at the time of purchase. In the category of blenders,you really do get what you pay for. While in some cases itis a steep financial investment for a blender, the possibili-ties of the machines are numerous. I have made the reso-lution to eat healthier with the help of my blending tools.The good news is that if my New Year’s decree fails tobecome a reality I’ll make a batch of margaritas until theguilty feeling passes.

BUTTERBEAN HUMMUSINGREDIENTS4 cups butterbeans, cooked1 garlic clove2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon hot sauceSalt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONSCombine all ingredients in food processor and pulse to

desired consistency. Serve with baked pita chips.

STRAWBERRYBLUEBERRY

BANANASMOOTHIE

INGREDIENTS1/2 cup ice1/2 cup low-fat yogurt1/2 cup frozen strawberries1 banana1/2 cup frozen blueberries

DIRECTIONSCombine all ingredients in

blender and slowly increasespeed from low to high. Blendfor 30 to 60 seconds until allice is crushed.

SECRET RECIPE TOMATO SAUCEINGREDIENTS4 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped1 onion, chopped1 carrot, chopped1 small sweet potato, peeled and chopped1 garlic clove, minced1/3 cup water1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar4 fresh basil leaves2 sprigs fresh oregano, stems removedSalt and pepper to tasteOptional - cooked lean ground beef or turkey may be

added after blending the sauce.

DIRECTIONSCombine all ingredients into a saucepan and simmer for

30 minutes or until carrots and sweet potatoes are tender.Using immersion blender, puree sauce until carrot andsweet potato are undetectable. Add ground beef orturkey and simmer for 15 minutes prior to serving overpasta.

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A MONTH-TO-MONTH GUIDE FOR PLANNING YOUR WEDDING

TO HELP YOU get a better

understanding of how to plan a

wedding and when you should be mak-

ing certain decisions, here’s a timeline you can follow

that should ensure your wedding goes off as smoothly

as possible.

TEN TO 12 MONTHS BEFOREIf you haven’t done it already, this is a good time to

announce your engagement and introduce your

respective families. Since most reception halls and

churches have busy wedding schedules, it is also

important to book both as early as possible, preferably

at least a year in advance of your wedding day.

It’s a good idea to start putting together a guest list

around this time and ask your parents whom they’d

like to invite as well.

Since your budget will determine just about every

aspect of your wedding, sitting down and determining

what you can spend and developing a savings plan

should be first and foremost.

SIX TO NINE MONTHS BEFOREThis is the time when you want to start booking

some services, such as a florist, caterer, a DJ or band,

and a photographer. However, some of the more

experienced DJs and bands, as well as photogra-

phers, might have their schedules booked a year in

advance, so this might be something you’ll want to

consider doing shortly after you get engaged and

choose a date.

This is a good time to inform any guests who will be

traveling significant distances of the date of your wed-

ding. The earlier your guests can book a flight, the

less expensive that flight will be.

This is a good time to order gowns for both the

bride and bridesmaids, as some manufacturers require

a few months to ship to bridal shops.

You might want to ask someone such as your priest

or rabbi to be the officiant of your wedding. And much

like out-of-town guests will save travel dollars the ear-

lier they learn of your wedding date, you will likely

save money if you book your wedding trip around this

time.

FOUR TO FIVE MONTHS BEFORE This is a good time to decide on wedding invitations,

of which there are many styles to choose from. Now is

also the ideal time to start hunting for a wedding cake

by sampling a number of different bakeries and their

style of cakes before ultimately making a decision.

Just to be sure, confirm that all of the bridesmaids

have ordered their gowns and start looking for tuxe-

dos for the groom and groomsmen.

If you haven’t done so already, purchase your wed-

ding rings and let any other people you’d like to par-

ticipate in your wedding (ushers, readers during the

ceremony) know of your intentions.

TWO TO THREE MONTHS BEFOREFinalize your guest list and mail out your invitations.

If your guest list includes a considerable number of

people who are spread out geographically, mail the

invitations as close to 12 weeks in advance as possi-

ble.

This is also a good time to finalize your reception

menu choices and find all your wedding accessories,

such as the ring pillow, candles, etc.

Also, since it is tradition to provide gifts for those in

the wedding party as well as the parents of the bride

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and groom, this is a good time to decide on and pur-

chase those gifts.

Just to be safe, confirm that all groomsmen have

ordered their tuxedos and finalize all transportation,

both to and from the wedding, and to the airport for

your honeymoon.

ONE TO TWO MONTHS BEFORESchedule the first bridal-gown fitting.

Finalize the readings you’d prefer during the cere-

mony and mail them out to anyone who has agreed to

do a reading.

If your family prefers to host a small gathering for

close family and friends after the wedding rehearsal,

this is a good time to order any food or drinks you

might want to serve that night or make a restaurant

reservation.

THREE TO FOUR WEEKS BEFOREConfirm your honeymoon arrangements and see if

your wedding rings are ready.

This is also when you should get your marriage

license and check the guest list to see who has and

hasn’t RSVP’d. For those who have yet to RSVP, you

might want to contact them so you can get a closer

idea of what the head count will be.

You should also prepare and order your wedding

program around this time.

ONE TO TWO WEEKS BEFOREGet a final attendance count and submit it to the

caterer as soon as you know it, while also providing a

final seating chart.

Pick up the wedding gown and tuxedo. Make sure

the wedding party picks up their attire.

Finalize your vows and confirm all wedding-day

details such as transportation, photo schedules and

addresses.

Don’t forget to pack for your honeymoon!

THE DAY BEFOREThis is mainly when you rehearse for the ceremony

and make any final confirmations you might have to

make.

Make sure to get a good night’s sleep so you’ll look

good in all of your wedding-day photos.

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GUIDE TO WHO PAYS FOR WHAT WEDDING SERVICES

THE BRIDE OR HER FAMILY

—Invitations, announcements and enclosure cards

—Wedding dress, veil, accessories and trousseau

—Bouquets for attendants

—Flowers for the ceremony and reception

—Engagement and wedding photographs

—Rental fee for facilities

—Fees for musicians

—Transportation for bridal party

—Reception, including food, beverages, music,

decorations, services

—Bridegroom’s wedding ring

—Wedding gift for the bridegroom

—Gifts for bride’s attendants

—Lodging for out-of-town bridesmaids

THE GROOMOR HIS FAMILY

—Bride’s engagement and wedding rings

—Marriage license

—Minister’s fee

—Bride’s flowers, including going-away corsage

and bouquet

—Boutonnieres for the men of the wedding party

—Corsages for mothers

—Wedding trip expenses

—Wedding gift for the bride

—Gifts for his attendants

—Lodging for out-of-town groomsmen and

ushers

Who PaysFor What


TIPS ON CHOOSING THE PERFECT RING

WEDDINGS TODAY are far different from the

ceremonies that took place 500 years ago, but there

is one tradition that has stood the test of time - the

exchange of wedding bands.

For centuries men and women around the world

have exchanged rings as a token of their love and a

pledge of their fidelity. Different cultures may wear the

ring on different fingers, but the practice is wide-

spread. The early Hebrews wore the wedding ring on

the index finger, and in India wedding bands are worn

on the thumb. The ancient Greeks started the practice

of wearing the ring on the third finger, believing it

housed the “vein of love,” which ran directly to the

heart.

If you’re like most couples getting married today,

you will probably mark your engagement with a dia-

mond ring. No matter what style you choose, the dia-

mond, with its lustrous sparkle and unmatched beauty,

is considered the ultimate symbol of love and the

most beloved of all the precious stones.

It’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of being

engaged and buy the first ring you fall in love with, but

experts suggest that you take your time and compari-

son shop. If you’ve never bought fine jewelry before,

you may be a little overwhelmed by what’s available.

Don’t be bashful about asking a jeweler a lot of ques-

tions. Remember, the more you know, the better able

you’ll be to make a more informed decision.

Experts suggest that you establish a budget before

you begin shopping. How much you spend, of course,

is entirely up to you, but the general rule of thumb is

that you shouldn’t spend more than two month’s

salary.

Some couples, of course, spend less, while others

spend considerably more. Keep in mind that you will

have a lot of other wedding expenses in the months

ahead, so plan accordingly.

THE FOUR C’sThere are four factors you should take into consider-

ation when buying a diamond - the color, the cut, the

clarity and the carat weight. Commonly referred to as

the “Four C’s,” these are the main characteristics that

determine a diamond’s quality and value.

Color refers to the diamond’s natural color. A color-

less diamond is considered the most valuable

because it reflects the most light. It is also the most

expensive.

Diamonds are measured on a color scale ranging

from D, which is perfectly colorless, to Z. Stones in the

Z range are called fancy, or colored diamonds, and

are considered extremely valuable because of

their rare color. They come in a range of colors

that includes shades of pink, green, blue, yellow and

brown.

Before buying any diamond, be sure to look at it

under an ultraviolet light to see if it glows. If it does,

you may not want to purchase it. Diamonds with

strong fluorescence can be worth up to 20 percent

less than those without.

If you’re concerned about quality, you may want to

buy a diamond that is certified by the Gemological

Association of America. The advantage of buying a

diamond with GIA certification is that you don’t have

to take the seller’s word for the quality of the dia-

mond. GIA grading scales are the only ones regulated

by the Federal Trade Commission.

Cut, more than any characteristic, determines how

sparkly and fiery your diamond will be. A well-cut dia-

mond will be proportioned so that the majority of light

rays entering the stone will be directed back to the

eye. Most modern diamonds are cut with 58 facets for

maximum sparkle and brilliance.

Although diamonds can be cut into a variety of

shapes, the most popular shapes include the oval,

marquise, emerald, pear, round and square. The round

stone is by far the most popular choice among brides

because it is the most sparkly and brilliant.

Experts suggest that you avoid buying a diamond

that is already in a setting. Trying to grade a diamond

this way is very difficult and you may end up with a

diamond that has more imperfections than you bar-

gained for. It’s much better to buy a diamond loose

and have it mounted in the setting you want.

Clarity refers to the presence or absence of flaws

inside the stone. Flawless diamonds are extremely

rare - and extremely expensive. Most diamonds, when

viewed under powerful magnification, will reveal

minute flaws that are invisible to the naked eye. Flaws

buried deep within a diamond are preferable to those

at the surface or sides where the primary path of light

may be intercepted.

Last, but not least, is the carat, which refers to the

weight of the diamond. Many people assume that the

more carats, the more valuable the diamond, but this

is not necessarily true. Of the Four C’s, carat is actually

the least important.

Although people may try to tell you that you should-

n’t buy anything less than a one-carat diamond, the

reality is that the average diamond purchased in the

United States is just slightly larger than one-third of a

carat.

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TIPS FOR SELECTING A WEDDING GOWN

KNOW WHAT’S OUT THERE.Before you begin to shop, look through bridal maga-

zines carefully. This will give you a chance to see what

types of wedding gowns are available and what is

being offered by different wedding dress designers.

BE SPECIFIC.When you visit your bridal store, give the bridal con-

sultant as much information as possible about your

plans, your tastes and what you’re looking for to help

her best understand your needs.

LOOK AT THE BIG PICTURE.In choosing your gown, focus more on the silhouette

than on the small details. For example, make sure the

neckline and waistline are flattering to you.

DO YOU FIT IN?Ask yourself how your dress will look in the setting

you choose. Will it be in a country club, a grand hotel,

outside, indoors?

MATCH YOUR GOWN TO YOUR FIGURE.Consider some of the following guidelines. If you are

short, a natural waistline, high neckline and chapel train

will probably look best. Avoid a very full skirt. If you are

heavy, look to a princess-line style, with simple lines

and lace with a small delicate pattern. Avoid heavy

beading, puff sleeves and stiff fabrics. Tall women may

consider a full skirt, cathedral train and a dropped

waist.

LESS IS MORE.Your gown should flatter, not compete with, you.

Consider simple lines and understated ornamentation.

Think about the total picture - how you will look in your

gown along with your headpiece, jewelry and flowers.

COULD YOU DANCE ALL NIGHT?Plan for the reception as well as the ceremony when

choosing your headpiece and train. Your comfort and

ability to move around are important. A train can be

designed to bustle so it no longer reaches the floor. If

you plan to dance a lot at your reception, you may

want to consider a gown with no train or with a detach-

able train.

The Perfect FitGUIDELINES FOR FINDINGTHE PERFECT GOWN.


FIGURE-FLATTERING ENSEMBLES BRIDESMAIDS CAN WEAR AGAIN

BRIDESMAIDS ARE getting a makeover. Big

ruffles and bold colors are taking a back seat to sleek,

cocktail-style dresses in tony hues. This season, it’s all

about figure-flattering ensembles that bridesmaids can

wear long after the big day.

“We are definitely seeing a big surge in less tradi-

tional bridesmaids dresses,” said Catalina Maddox,

vice president of a bridal company. “We are seeing a

lot of what, in the past, was considered a cocktail look.

The dresses are more fitted with deep plunging neck-

lines and more revealing backs. Our bridesmaids are

totally embracing the sexier, close-fitting look.

“Right now, the bride’s average age is 27 years old.

Her bridesmaids are savvier and more confident. They

don’t want to look all the same,” Maddox said. “The

new trend is toward expressing your individuality and

being comfortable - and they want the option to wear

the dress again. Wearability is a huge selling point.

Bridesmaids are definitely looking for things they can

wear after the wedding.”

The trend has helped launch cocktail dresses to

new heights. Brides simply choose the color palette

and let their bridesmaids select a look that is right for

them.

Sleek charmeuse sheaths in body-hugging styles,

draped and plunging necklines, back-baring styles and

soft lines characterize the new look. Bold sashes and

ribbons in satins and velvets are big, but most of the

embellishment this season comes from the fabric.

“Sashes and ribbons are still happening. Sashes are

getting wider, and embellished belts and ribbons will

be big into fall. But overall, the dresses are less

embellished,” Maddox said. “In terms of adding glitz

and glamour, that will be done with jewelry and shoes.

“Just because the dresses are less embellished, that

doesn’t mean it’s boring. The beauty in the garments

now is in the work, in the sheering, ruching and tuck-

ing. It’s all in the tailoring of the dress. It’s about taking

the fabric and working with it and creating something.”

Azalea pink, deep coral, canary yellow - the colors

for summer are bold and bright, but neutrals are still

playing a big part, too. In terms of color, next fall is

going to be an absolutely beautiful season. The whole

blue-green family is going to be huge, anchored by

champagne and silver and gold, especially in acces-

sories. Gold is in again in terms of handbags, shoes

and jewelry.

“What’s hot right now are the brighter colors and the

neutrals. Those colors are just on fire. Turquoise is

one of the top colors. We cannot keep it in stock,”

Maddox said. “We’re also seeing a lot of champagne

due to bridal gowns moving away from white into

taupe, mocha and ivory.”

“As long as the bridesmaids choose the right color,

they can choose whatever style they want. They can

find the individual style that works best for them, and

bridesmaids are definitely showing an appetite for

more body-shaping, revealing looks.”

The move toward cocktail dresses doesn’t mean

that traditional ball gowns have fallen out of favor,

though. From the sleek, sexy downtown look to grand

ball gowns fit for a Southern belle, dresses this season

run the gamut.

“It’s two extremes. That’s what the customer is gravi-

tating toward,” Maddox said. “Right now there are no

rules. The dresses are going from the supersexy look

to the short, swept away look to superbig ball gowns.

The biggest news in bridesmaids is that the rules of

the past are pretty much gone.”

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FORMAL SUITS OFFER BRIDEGROOMS VARIETY OF CHOICES

THOUGH THE BULK of wedding-day atten-

tion typically is focused on what the bride is wearing,

bridegrooms also have important choices to make

when it comes to formal attire. And just like brides

have many different gown styles from which to

choose, so do bridegrooms when it comes to their

tuxedos.

While a bridegroom’s wardrobe decision usually

doesn’t involve as much forethought or time as his

bride’s, he should keep in mind several factors before

choosing a tuxedo. The time of day the wedding takes

place and the formality of the event dictate the style of

the tuxedo itself.

For instance, if the event is going to be ultraformal -

black tie - then a traditional tuxedo complete with vest

and bow tie is the appropriate choice. Bridegrooms

going this route can also choose to add a top hat and

gloves as accessories. However, at less formal wed-

dings - such as on the beach or at a park - this would

not be the best option.

To help you make the right decision, here is a list of

tuxedo terminology that should help you make a more

educated choice.

- Single-breasted. Any man who has ever put on a

suit, be it a tux or a business suit, likely knows that sin-

gle-breasted means a suit with a single row of buttons

down the middle. This has

become the more popular

choice of late and is appro-

priate for men of all body types.

Single-breasted suits come in many styles, however

you can order a single-breasted tuxedo with one or

two buttons depending on the bridegroom’s height

(taller bridegrooms usually prefer two buttons, while

shorter bridegrooms like one button). Bridegrooms

can also order three- or four-button tuxedos. These

are generally good for men who are particularly tall or

thin; larger men should avoid the three- or four-button

tuxedo.

- Double-breasted. The double-breasted tuxedo is

one with two rows of buttons side by side. Double-

breasted suits tend to hide girth and appear more

comfortable.

- Cutaway tuxedo. These go well with men of all

statures. Cutaway refers to the front edges of the coat

sloping diagonally from the waist and forming tails in

the back. These are the most appropriate option for

daytime weddings.

- Tails. Tails are mainly reserved for ultraformal and

traditional weddings. Featuring a severe break

between front and back, tails should be avoided by

shorter or stockier bridegrooms.

- High or low vest. High vests are typically good for

taller men with longer torsos, as they extend up the

torso higher than a regular vest and go well with a

high-button coat. Low vests are more appropriate for

most men and can be worn by men of all body types.

- Peaked lapel. An extension of the coat collar. The

peaked lapel is often a good choice for a shorter

bridegroom, as it typically makes the body appear

longer and leaner.

- Shawl collar. Unlike a traditional collar, shawl collars

do not come to a point, making this a difficult choice

to make depending on body type. In general, a wider

bridegroom will want to stick with a wider shawl collar,

as a thin collar will look out of proportion. Similarly, a

more svelte bridegroom should stick with a thinner

collar, as a wider one will have the wrong effect.

- Mandarin or banded collar. This is the collar type

that appears to not be a collar at all, as it just wraps

around the neck without any protruding points and is

never worn with a necktie. It’s a casual, nontraditional

look that is still very attractive.

For bridegrooms with short or thick necks, this style

should definitely be avoided, as it will appear as though

you are bursting out of the top of your shirt. A more slen-

der bridegroom, though, can wear a mandarin collar.

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FINDING THE RIGHT PHOTOGRAPHER

THERE’S A DIAMOND on your finger, and a wedding date circled on your

calendar. Months of planning will be spent preparing for the ceremony and recep-

tion. So who should you choose to photograph one of the most special days of

your life?

RULE NUMBER ONEResist the urge to let the family shutterbug handle the wedding photography,

says Robert Jordan, coordinator of media graphics and photography at the

University of Mississippi. There is no substitute for a professional photographer.

And the search should be on as soon as possible, since many photographers are

in high demand and may book weddings as much as a year in advance. Jordan,

who has been behind a camera for 16 years, offers the following tips for deciding

on a photographer:

SEARCHING FOR THE BESTNewspaper advertisements are extremely helpful, but your best bet is to ask

newly wedded friends and relatives. They can not only relay helpful information

that is fresh in their minds, but also show you their photo albums.

SHOPPING AROUNDDon’t sign with the first photographer you meet. When you make appointments,

make it clear that you are coming to see samples of the photographer’s work and

to get prices. Don’t make any decisions or sign any contracts until you are finished

meeting and questioning. “It would be wise to visit with at least three photogra-

phers before signing a contract,” Jordan says.

JUDGING THE PRODUCTIn determining the quality of the photographer’s work, it is often best to look at

the candid photos, since most posed shots all look alike. “The candid pictures

show how well the photographer is able to think on his feet. Look for photos that

are in sharp focus and capture the mood of the wedding.”

PUTTING IT IN WRITINGOnce you select a photographer, sign a contract. Make certain it spells out all

wedding details, including date, time and location of the ceremony and reception.

The contract should include the choice for the wedding album cover, and size and

number of prints to be included. The date the proofs will be available to view and

the date for the album to be completed should be included. Be prepared to pay

one-third to one-half of the balance outlined in the contract as a deposit.

AVOIDING CONFLICTSYou and your photographer should understand the church’s rules regarding flash

photography and photos made during the ceremony. If you think friends or rela-

tives will take photos, make sure it is OK with the photographer you’ve hired. Meet

with the photographer a week before the wedding to go over the wedding day

schedule.

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PICKING THE FLOWERS AND THE FLORIST

THE SEASON, the number of attendants, the location, size

and personal preferences of flowers will combine to determine the floral cost

of a wedding. Ralph Null, professor of floral design at Mississippi State

University, said the first consideration is the wedding date. Set the date when

family and friends can most attend, when the people that make the wedding

happen (minister, florist, photographer and caterer) are available, when the right

place is available and when the flowers the bride wants are in season.

After the date is set, Null said the bride and her parents should discuss a

budget, including a specific flower allotment.

Florists should be contacted three to four months in advance with a prelimi-

nary interview and discuss the expected budget. When the bride definitely

decides on a florist, a deposit usually is requested to secure the date. Payment

for the florist’s service usually is paid one to two weeks before the wedding.

“Several ways to keep costs down include limiting the number of attendants,

choosing a smaller location for the ceremony and selecting flowers in season,”

Null said. “Almost any flower can be found somewhere at any time of the year,

but they will cost extra when out of season.” Florists can incorporate flowers

from the bride’s friends’

yards or flower beds with a labor

charge for arranging the flowers. Florists also consider the color of the brides-

maids dresses and the style of the wedding when selecting flowers.

“Look at pictures of other weddings the florist has done to find a florist who

can do the style you want,” Null said. “Some florists are better at one style than

another.”

Because florists supply more than flowers, they should see each wedding as

an opportunity to direct, and to provide ribbons, wedding equipment and gifts

for attendants or assisting friends. Florists can serve as invaluable advisers for

placement of corsages and boutonnieres and carriage of bouquets.

Null cautioned against using non-floral industry friends to assist with the flow-

ers. Often these friends are involved in other aspects of the wedding and may

not be able to fulfill all the needs, including enjoying the occasion.

“People often see flowers as being expensive because they are one of the

most visible parts of the wedding, but flowers are actually one of the least

expensive proportions of the wedding costs,” Null said.

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REGISTERING A WISH LIST MAKES IT EASY TO GET WHAT YOU WANT

IF WEDDING BELLS are in your future - bag the

hints, nix the subtle suggestions and forget the innu-

endo. With gifts, there’s no need to be coy. Instead,

cut right to the chase in getting what you want

through the bridal registry.

You won’t raise any eyebrows or offend any eti-

quette experts by listing the objects of your affection -

right down to nitty-gritty details such as size, color and

quantity.

In fact, you’ll make the task of finding a wedding

present much easier for your guests.

By registering at certain stores, you’re helping them

locate the right places to shop. They can either visit in

person or order by telephone.

A wish list at each location drawn up by you and

your fiance lets everyone in on the things you want

and eliminates those sure to be returned or

exchanged. Since each store keeps track - either

through a computerized listing or on paper - of the

gifts that have been selected, it’s easy for guests to

see what choices still are in the running.

For decades, couples have registered at traditional

spots for traditional gifts.

Department stores and small shops specializing in

items for the home are prime places to find formal and

casual dinnerware, cutlery, sterling and stainless flat-

ware, crystal, kitchen ware, small appliances and

linens for bath, bed, kitchen and dining.

Espresso machines, bath sheets, juicers, blenders,

food steamers, wide-mouth toasters, monogrammed

terry cloth robes, duvets, irons with automatic shut-off

and hand vacuums are just a few of the hottest gifts

for the home front.

There also are many less traditional options to con-

sider.

In many cases, today’s couples wed after they’ve

established a home or marry for the second time

around. Thus, they often already have all the pots,

pans and plates they need. Instead, they’re register-

ing for the gifts they really desire at some unconven-

tional spots.

POSSIBILITIES INCLUDE:• Specialty food shops, where guests can shop for

pizza stones, upscale cookware, Mexican ceramics,

pasta machines and other specialty equipment for the

kitchen, food baskets, gourmet ingredients, cook-

books and wines.

• Antique boutiques, where you’ll find vintage din-

nerware, silverware and one-of-a-kind collectibles.

• Camera departments that list frames, cameras,

photo albums and specific pieces of equipment.

• Museum gift shops, where your wish list might

include art books, prints and reproductions of beloved

objets d’art.

In fact, with so many options, it seems a couple

hardly can go wrong no matter where or for what they

register.

NARROWING THE FIELD of possibilities easily

could present the greatest challenge. Tips that will

make your selection of registry choices easier include

the following:

• Do your homework. Think it over and talk it over

before heading to the registry counter. Consider, for

instance, how and how often you’ll entertain, how

you’ll spend your spare time, and how you hope to

decorate your new home. Browse through the pages

of bridal magazines, window shop and walk down the

aisles of your favorite stores to get an idea of what’s

out there and what you want. The registry lists located

in most bridal magazines and books also can help you

organize your wedding wish list.

• Take him along. Once upon a time, the bridal reg-

istry was a duty that was hers and hers alone. But

today, the trend toward shared household responsibili-

ties has motivated more bridegrooms to get in on the

act.

Encourage yours to follow suit. At the very least, get

his stamp of approval on your selections before every-

thing is finalized.

• Get good advice. When you’re ready to register,

call and make an appointment with the registry con-

sultant, who can lend a guiding hand as you wade

through myriad patterns, colors and quantities. He or

she will help you cover a wide price range with your

selections so every guest can find a suitable gift.

WEDDING EXPERTS say it’s best to register at

least several months before the wedding. Since

you’ve a lot of ground to cover, don’t try to complete

the task in a rushed afternoon.

Another smart move. Take pains to ensure you don’t

register for the same item at several different stores.

Since each store will only keep track of purchases

applying to the registry there, you’ll wind up making

the calls and doing the counting for an accurate tally.

Wedding Wish List


SUGGESTIONS

FOR PICKING

THE PERFECT

FLORAL

DESIGNER

AND FLOWERS

FOR YOUR

WEDDING DAY!

I consider myself one of the lucky few.

My work is what I love to do. As a floral

designer specializing in wedding design,

over the years I’ve had the great oppor-

tunity to work with hundreds of brides.

Some were in a position to spend thou-

sands of dollars to fulfill their every wish

while others weren’t in a position to be

quite so extravagant. No matter the

amount of money spent, from the largest

to the smallest, each of those weddings

was the most inportant event in that

young woman’s life and in many cases,

the most stressful.

We in the business of providing weddingservices are here for you. Once again, it’s

your day, your money and your dream.

by DesignFlowers BY WILLIAM BOX


After having worked in so many wedding

preparations, there are a few lessons and sug-

gestions that might help to reduce that stress.

Hopefully these will make planning your wed-

ding day a more enjoyable task.

1. If you don’t have a budget or any idea about

cost, getting a wedding planner involved can

make the job much easier. In a recent appoint-

ment with a coordinator, she had already met

with the bride and her parents to establish an

overall budget with a breakdown for how much

each area would be expensed. Every bride has

her own set of priorities for what is most impor-

tant to her and the planner will help allocate

funds in a way that reflects those priorities. A

good planner will also help to keep expenses

within the budget.

2. To stay within your flower budget rely on

your floral designer to suggest flowers that are in

season. There might be a particular flower you

are fond of that if not available may be replaced

with one very similar. With today’s markets, most

anything is available with enough notice, but be

warned that there is a high price to pay for out of

season flowers.

3. Most professional designers in the initial

planning will begin by asking what your vision is

for your wedding. We are here to make your

dreams come true. Do not be bullied by an over-

bearing designer who tries to tell you what you

need rather than listening to what you want. It’s

your day, your money and your dream, so if you

think you are not being heard don’t be afraid to

speak up. It’s not about what your florist, caterer,

planner or photographer wants, it’s all about

what you want!

4. An unfortunate practice by some designers,

in an effort to maximize profits, is the reselling of

flowers from one wedding to the next. This is

unacceptable. When you pay for flowers you

have the reasonable expectation that your flow-

ers are as fresh as possible and not something

held in a cooler for a week, paid for in full by last

week’s bride and now being paid for again in full

by you. Don’t allow anyone to turn you into a

“second hand rose.” Most florists are glad to

deliver leftover church or reception flowers to

area nursing or retirement homes. These estab-

lishments and their residents love to get flowers,

and what a kind act to share your flowers with

those who may nor be able to get out and about

as much as they once were.

5. Rely on your friend’s experiences with wed-

ding vendors to make your wedding planning

easier. If a friend liked working with a particular

vendor and was pleased with that person’s work

then use that knowledge to your benefit. A posi-

tive recommendation and word of mouth is far

better than relying on all the self-promotion on

Web sites and social media.

6. Always use those who do weddings for a liv-

ing. If a friend or associate offers to do your flow-

ers, photography, cakes or catering because

they think it would be great fun, just say no.

There are too many examples of wedding day

catastrophies caused by people attempting to

perform a job for which they are not qualified.

We in the business of providing wedding serv-

ices are here for you. Once again, it’s your day,

your money and your dream. Hopefully with

planning and forethought, it will be the day you

always dreamed of.

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Angela Lee Aldridge and Colby Brett Beem were united in marriage May 19 at

11 a.m. in the sanctuary of First Baptist Church in Jackson. The service of wor-

ship was officiated by Dr. Ron Mumbower.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Hugh Aldridge. She is the granddaugh-

ter of Mrs. James Webber Buckley of Jackson and New Hebron, the late Mr. Buckley, and

the late Mr. and Mrs. John Edward Aldridge Sr. of Jackson.

The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Ralph Beem II of Edinburg. He is the

grandson of Mrs. Joe Pat Chipley Sr. of Singleton,

the late Mr. Chipley, Gerald Ralph Beem Sr. of

Edinburg and the late Mrs. Beem.

Nuptial music was presented by Jane Joseph,

organist; Betty Jean Patterson, pianist; and Kathy

Gautier, soloist.

Escorted by her father, the bride wore an ivory

couture designer gown. The sweetheart neckline

featured a Mandarin collar of lace appliqués over

soft netting. Overlaying the satin gown were deli-

cately beaded lace appliqués which flowed into a

scalloped lace chapel-length train. A deep keyhole

back added to the dramatic elegance of the gown.

Her fingertip-length veil was edged in scalloped

Alencon lace. She wore a diamond bracelet, a gift

from the bridegroom, and the bridegroom’s moth-

er’s diamond drop earrings. She carried a bouquet

of white roses and hydrangeas hand-tied with lace

from her mother’s wedding gown.

Attending the bride as matron of honor was Sarah Margaret Rowan. The bride’s sister,

Melanie Aldridge, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Kathryn Dambrino, Chelsea

McClain, and Audrey Muse. They wore strapless cocktail length dresses in ebony peau de

soie with a sweetheart neckline. Each bridesmaid carried a hand-tied bouquet of white

roses and hydrangeas.

Flower girls were Anna Beth Aldridge,

cousin of the bride; Betsy Lane Roland;

and Macie Stucky. Honorary bridesmaids

were Brooke Collins, Jessica Diamond,

Marianne Kerut, Casey McConnell, Hailey

Ramage, and Sarah Stoner. Program attendants were Ashlan Dubose, Anna Fairly,

Paige Noble, and Kelli Noland. The bride’s sister-in-law, Rebekah Aldridge, attended

the bride’s registry. Helen Ann Varner was the bride’s proxy.

The bridegroom’s father was best man. Groomsmen were Ryan Aldridge, brother

of the bride; Chip Beem, brother of the bridegroom; Thomas Chipley; and Jake Muse.

Ring bearer, Jed Roland, carried the bride’s grandmother’s mother of pearl Bible

wrapped in lace from her mother’s wedding gown and her great-grandmother’s pearl

brooch. Ushers were Jake Fedrick and Matt Stucky.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents hosted a brunch reception at

Fairview Inn where guests enjoyed entertainment by State Street Rhythm Section.

The wedded couple drove away in the bridegroom’s 1951 white Chevrolet truck.

On the eve of the wedding, the bridegroom’s parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at

the Old Capitol Inn. The bridesmaids luncheon was held at the home of Mr. and

Mrs. Fred Muse.

After a wedding trip to Belize, the couple lives in Edinburg.

Mr. and Mrs. Colby Brett Beem

Angela Lee Aldridge & Colby Brett BeemMAY 19, 2012

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH • JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI

WEDDINGS

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Kathryn Beckett Jones and Justin Michael Banek were united in mar-

riage at 6 p.m. March 3, in the courtyard of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in

New Orleans. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James

Lawrence Jones. She is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Riley Jones of

Shreveport, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Thomas Smith of Columbus.

The bridegroom is the son of George Andrew Banek of Vero Beach, Fla. He is the

grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Banek of Vineland, N.J.

The candlelight ceremony was officiated by Dr. Dwight Ramsey. Chamber Music

Enterprises provided the music for the ceremony. Virginia Smith Wegener of Jackson

and Grace Ann Wegener of Memphis, cousins of the bride, were Scripture readers.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a designer ballgown. The ivory silk

satin gown had a halter neckline framed with ivory tulle and was trimmed in crystal

beading. It featured a dropped waist with covered buttons and beaded appliques that

trailed down the back into the chapel-length train. The veil, detailed with tiny crystals

and edged in lace, was chapel length. She carried a bouquet of white roses hand-tied

with antique satin ribbon. Pinned to her bouquet was a lace handkerchief mono-

grammed with her initials and the wedding date. The handkerchief had been carried

by both of her sisters in their weddings.

Matrons of honor were her sisters, Ashley Jones Baldwin of Jackson, and Natalie

Jones Jolly of Starkville. They wore misty blue chiffon gowns fashioned with ruched

strapless bodices and softly gathered skirts falling from beaded waistlines. They car-

ried a mixed bouquet of cymbidium orchids, tea roses and hydrangeas.

Junior bridesmaids were the bride’s nieces, Mary Virginia Baldwin and Ann Parker

Baldwin of Jackson. They wore matching chiffon gowns with straps and empire bands

of charmeuse. Each carried a smaller version of the attendants’ bouquets.

Honorary bridesmaids were Virginia Turner Almy of Smyrna, Ga.; Lacey Meloy Baker

and Clayton Park Trotter of Birmingham; Mary Jordan Beasley of Mobile; Bennett

Thornbury Civils of Lexington, Ky.; Katherine Blevins Dixon of Haiku, Hawaii; Katie Klain

LaRue of Van Nuys, Calif.; Irby Albriton Lawrence of Vail, Colo.; Shaunte Nesa Liulama

and Ley Black Smith of Kihei, Hawaii. Molly Caroline Baldwin of Jackson and Rebecca

Hope Jolly of Starkville, nieces of the bride, were flower girls.

The bridegroom’s father was best man. Groomsmen were John Henry Banek of Vero

Beach, brother of the bridegroom; Michael Joel Giammattei of Sebastian, Fla.; Paul

Daniel Giammattei of Vero Beach; and Fred Cheney LaRue III of Van Nuys.

Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents hosted a reception at the

French Quarter ball room in the Ritz-Carlton Hotel. Guests danced to the

music of The Accents from Montgomery, Ala.; enjoyed New Orleans

style food which included a Cajun fried turkey station, ravioli station, oys-

ters in spicy Bloody Mary shooters and petite muffalettas; and enjoyed a

’60s era photo booth. The bride’s cake was a four-tier red velvet cake

with cream cheese frosting. The bridegroom’s cake was a chocolate

cake fashioned in the image of an old-fashioned movie camera. The

couple exited the event through a shower of rose petals before leaving

in a horse and carriage for a late-night tour of the French Quarter.

On the eve of the wedding, the bridal party, family and friends were

entertained at a rehearsal dinner at the Court of Two Sisters. On the

morning of the wedding, relatives and friends of the bride’s parents host-

ed a wedding day brunch in the Crescent View room at the Ritz-Carlton.

After a wedding trip to Jamaica, the couple is at home in Los Angeles.

Mr. and Mrs. Justin Michael Banek

Kathryn Beckett Jones & Justin Michael BanekMARCH 3, 2012

THE COURTYARD OF THE RITZ-CARLTON HOTEL • NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA

WEDDINGS

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Mrs. Billy Burton Bowman of Vicksburg and Michael Thomas Engle Jr. of Jackson announce

the engagement of their daughter, Melanie Campbell Engle, to Robert Leverett Smith II, son

of the late Mrs. Tucky Saint Roger of Tulsa and the late Robert Stafford Smith of New Orleans.

The bride-elect is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jewel Hilton Campbell of Brookhaven, and Mrs.

Michael Thomas Engle Sr. and the late Rev. Michael Thomas Engle Sr. of Greenwood. The prospective bride-

groom is the grandson of the late Rev. and Mrs. Clarence Edward Saint of Tulsa, and the late Mr. and Mrs.

Robert Leverett Smith of Baton Rouge.

Miss Engle is a 1997 graduate of St. Aloysius High School and a 2001 graduate of the University of

Mississippi, where she received a bachelor’s degree in business administration. She was a member of the Chi

Omega sorority. Miss Engle received her master’s of business administration at the University of Mississippi in

2004. Smith is a 1990 graduate of Edison High School and a 1994 graduate of the University of Oklahoma

where he received a bachelor’s degree in journalism. He was a member of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity.

Smith received his master’s of business administration in 2011 at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Miss Engle presently is the deputy executive director of the office of advancement with the National Rifle

Association. She also is a member of the Mississippi Debutante Society and the Junior League of

Washington, D.C. Smith is co-chair of the legislative practice with the Venable LLP law firm in Washington, D.C.

The wedding will be celebrated April 20, at the Church of the Holy Trinity in Vicksburg. A reception will fol-

low at the Vicksburg Country Club.

Melanie Campbell Engle

Melanie Campbell Engle& Robert Leverett Smith II

APRIL 20, 2013CHURCH OF THE HOLY TRINITY • VICKSBURG, MISSISSIPPI

Mr. and Mrs. Jack Montgomery Harris announce the engagement of their daughter, Jane

Anna Harris, to David Whitmire Waide Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. David Whitmire Waide of

West Point. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Rotchild Roman

of Greenville, and the late George Meadows Harris Sr. of Winona, and the late Mary Virginia Montgomery

Harris of Memphis. Miss Harris is a 2000 graduate of Indianola Academy where she served as student

body president. She is a 2004 summa cum laude graduate of Mississippi State University, with a bache-

lor’s degree in political science. She was a member of Chi Omega sorority. Upon graduation from MSU,

Miss Harris worked for the United States Senate in Washington, D.C., for six years. She recently complet-

ed her master’s in business administration from MSU, and is beginning a career in real estate appraising.

The prospective bridegroom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Daniel Waide Jr., and

Marvin Albert Glass and the late Mrs. Glass, all of West Point. Waide is a 1992 graduate of West Point

High School where he served as president of the student body. He is a 1996 graduate of Millsaps

College where he was a member of Kappa Alpha Order. He was graduated from Ole Miss Law School in

2001 and practiced law in Jackson for a number of years. Since 2006, Waide has taught at Mississippi

State University, where he was chosen professor of the year in 2011 and 2012.

The couple exchanged vows at Inverness United Methodist Church December 29, which was followed

with a reception at Oakhurst. They will make their home in Starkville.Jane Anna Harris

Jane Anna Harris& David Whitmire Waide Jr.

INVERNESS UNITED METHODIST CHURCHINVERNESS, MISSISSIPPI • DECEMBER 29, 2012

ENGAGEMENTS

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Mr. and Mrs. Louis Gregory Frascogna announce the engagement of their daughter, Genny

Claire Frascogna, to Logan Burch Phillips III, son of Mr. and Mrs. Logan Burch Phillips Jr.

The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mabel Buckley Crawford and the late Robert Lee

Crawford of Tupelo, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Xavier Michael Frascogna of Jackson.

Miss Frascogna is a 2005 graduate of Jackson Academy and a 2009 graduate of the University of

Mississippi, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in family and consumer sciences. At Ole Miss she was

a member of Kappa Delta sorority. She is associated with State Bank and Trust Company as a lending

assistant.

The prospective bridegroom is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Ralph Hines Jr. of Ridgeland, and

Mrs. Logan Burch Phillips and the late Mr. Phillips of Madison.

Phillips is a 1998 graduate of Jackson Academy and a 2003 graduate of the University of Mississippi,

where he earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration. At Ole Miss he was a member of Phi

Delta Theta fraternity. He is a vice president and financial advisor at Morgan Keegan.

The couple will exchange vows at the Seaside Chapel, February 16 in Seaside, Fla.

Genny Claire Frascogna

Genny Claire Frascogna& Logan Burch Phillips III

FEBRUARY 16, 2013SEASIDE CHAPEL • SEASIDE, FLORIDA

Patricia Jones Lamar and Mr. and Mrs. Willem Lamartine Lamar announce the engagement of

their daughter, Ashley Ann Lamar, to Thaddeus Stevens Welch III, son of Mr. and Mrs.

Thaddeus Stevens Welch II of Richmond, Mass. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr.

and Mrs. Warren Lee Wilson of Brandon, Charlotte Laan Lamar of Ocean Springs, and Mr. and Mrs.

Albert Levert Lamar of New Orleans. The prospective bridegroom is the grandson of Mrs. Charles C.

McLean Jr., the late Dr. Harold W. Watson, and the late Charles C. McLean Jr., all of Westbrook, Maine,

and the late Mr. and Mrs. Edward S. Welch of New York.

Miss Lamar is a 2003 graduate of Jackson Preparatory School. She was graduated with a bachelor’s

degree in French from Auburn University, where she was a member of Pi Delta Phi, the National French

Honor Society. Upon graduation, she lived in Strasbourg, France, and taught English in Barr, France. She

is coordinator of the High School Plus Program with the Council on International Educational Exchange in

Portland, Maine. Welch was graduated with a classics diploma in 2004 from the Hotchkiss School in

Lakeville, Conn. He was graduated with a bachelor’s degree in economics in 2008 from Bowdoin

College in Brunswick, Maine, where he was a member of the lacrosse team. He is an assistant portfolio

manager with Spinnaker Trust in Portland.

The couple will exchange vows at Saint Richard of Chichester Catholic Church the evening of January

12, with a reception to immediately follow at The South. Ashley Ann Lamar

Ashley Ann Lamar& Thaddeus Stevens Welch III

JANUARY 12, 2013SAINT RICHARD OF CHICHESTER CATHOLIC CHURCH • JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI

ENGAGEMENTS


ENGAGEMENTS

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Mr. and Mrs. Richard Harry McNeel announce the engagement of their daughter, Charlotte

Kirke McNeel, to Justin Glenn Chamblee, son of Mrs. Gary Brashers of Brandon and

David Glenn Chamblee of Carthage.

The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Dr. and Mrs. Thomas Creagher Turner and the late Leigh

Watkins III of Jackson, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Gordon McNeel of Atlanta.

Miss McNeel is a 2005 graduate of Jackson Preparatory School, and was graduated from Mississippi

State University with a bachelor’s degree in architecture in 2011. For her project “Transit,” she received a

2010 MSU Diversity Award in the team category, presented by the Presidents Commission on the Status

of Minorities at Mississippi State. She was an active member of Delta Gamma sorority. Miss McNeel was

presented by the Debutante Club of Mississippi in 2006. She is an intern architect with Ferguson and

Associates Architects.

The prospective bridegroom is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Barney Phillips and the late Mr. and

Mrs. Joe Chamblee, all of Carthage. Chamblee is a 2005 graduate of Carthage High School, and was

graduated in 2009 with a bachelor’s degree from Mississippi State University. He is vice president of A1

Kendrick Fence Company.

The couple will exchange vows February 9 at 6 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, with a reception to

follow at the Country Club of Jackson.Charlotte Kirke McNeel

Charlotte Kirke McNeel& Justin Glenn Chamblee

FEBRUARY 9, 2013FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH • JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI

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Dr. and Mrs. Lucius Featherston Sams III announce the engagement of their daughter, Sarah

Kathryn Sams, to Nicholas James Weyrens, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Edward Weyrens Jr.

and Mr. and Mrs. Todd Gregory Yoder.

Miss Sams is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lucius Featherston Sams Jr., James Angelo Becker, and

Kathryn Yerger Becker. Weyrens is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. John William Lapp and Mr. and Mrs.

James Edward Weyrens.

The bride-elect is a 2007 graduate of Jackson Academy, where she was inducted into the Hall of Fame

and was selected as Miss Jackson Academy. In 2012, she was graduated summa cum laude and was

named class marshal at the University of Mississippi, where she received a bachelor’s degree in civil

engineering. At Ole Miss, she was a member of Chi Omega sorority, was inducted into Phi Kappa Phi

honor society, and received a Taylor Medal in Engineering. She was presented by the Debutante Club of

Mississippi in 2008. Miss Sams is pursuing a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction at the

University of Mississippi.

The prospective bridegroom is a 2007 graduate of McKinney High School. He was graduated from the

University of Mississippi in 2011, receiving a degree in finance. He was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha fra-

ternity. Weyrens is serving as a campus minister with CRU at the University of Mississippi.

The couple will be married February 23 at Christ United Methodist Church.Sarah Kathryn Sams

Sarah Kathryn Sams& Nicholas James Weyrens

FEBRUARY 23, 2013CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH • JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI

Carolyn Ridgway, and Mr. and Mrs. Christopher James Walker announce the engagement of

their daughter, Caroline Ridgway Walker, to Matthew Allen Sims, son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard

Allen Sims of Fort Worth.

The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mrs. Herbert Kroeze and the late Dr. Kroeze of Madison, Mr.

and Mrs. Louis Ernest Ridgway of Kerrville, Texas, and Lt. Col. and Mrs. Allan Palmer Walker, late, of Pass

Christian.

Miss Walker is a graduate of Jackson Academy and Texas Christian University with a bachelor’s degree

in economics. She is a member of Chi Omega sorority. She is enrolled in the ABT Nursing Program at

Texas Christian University and will graduate in August.

The prospective bridegroom is the grandson of Dr. and Mrs. Doak Raulston Jr., Beth Sims Hillaker and

the late James Sims, all of Fort Worth. He is a graduate of Arlington Heights High School in Fort Worth,

and Texas Tech University with a bachelor’s degree in corporate communications. He is a member of Phi

Delta Theta fraternity. Sims is associated with Morrison Supply Company in Fort Worth.

The couple plan to marry January 5 at First United Methodist Church in Fort Worth, with a reception fol-

lowing at the Historic YWCA. They plan to make their home in Fort Worth.Matthew Allen Sims, Caroline Ridgway Walker

Caroline Ridgway Walker& Matthew Allen Sims

JANUARY 5, 2013FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH • FORT WORTH, TEXAS

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parties A N D C E L E B R A T I O N S

David Westbrook, Anne Keenan, Haley Westbrook, Christopher and Gusty Yearout, Misti and Bob Crisler; (front) Jayne Westbrook, Martha Crisler, Laurie Yearout

Haley Westbrook, Christopher Yearout

Christopher and Laurie YearoutDavid and Jayne WestbrookHaley Westbrook, Whitney Maxwell

Susan Pinkston, Becky Sharpe, Rebecca Black, Susan Kellum, Marcia Lucas, Anne Keenan,Mary Jane Westerlund, Noni Montague, Betty Ann Voyles; (front) Kathy Fletcher, Diane Hogan,

Pam Cirilli, Jayne Westbrook, Sally Hederman, Beth Crasto, Rebecca Long

engagement partyAn engagement celebration honoring Haley Westbrook and Christopher

Yearout was held recently in the home of the bride. Miss Westbrook is thedaughter of Dr. and Mrs. David Orien Westbrook. Yearout is the son of Mr. andMrs. James Gusty Yearout of Mountainbrook, Ala. The couple will wed January26 at First Baptist Church of Jackson.

Co-hosts and hostesses were Rebecca and Marion Black, Marsha and TimCannon, Beth and Dave Crasto, Pam and Gary Cirilli, Joni and Dub Duperier,

Leigh and Jim Eley, Cathy and Jeff Fletcher, Cynthia and David Gandy, SallyHederman, Diane and Reed Hogan, Anne Keenan;

Also, Susan and Roy Kellum, Rebecca and Billy Long, Marcia and Phil Lucas,Sandee and Scott McPherson, Noni and Richard Montague, Susan Pinkston,Becky and Marc Sharpe, Beverly and Walter Shelton, Nancy and John Stoddard,Betty Ann and Randy Voyles, and Mary Jane Westerlund.

Shown are scenes from the party.

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David and Jayne Westbrook, Christopher Yearout, Haley Westbrook, Anne Keenan, Marsha, Bob and Misti Crisler


Jeanette Graham, Frankie Warren, Kathy Vomberg, Martha and Bob CrislerDavid, Jayne and Haley Westbrook; Christopher, Laurie and Gusty Yearout

Mary Jane Westerlund, Jayne WestbrookHaley Westbrook, Martha Crisler Christopher Yearout, Haley Westbrook, Ann Fly and Sam Howard

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Camille, Joe, and Sarah Morris, Jason Hellwig

Jason Hellwig, Camille Morris

Claire Aiken, Becky IvisonAnthony and Mary Ann PetroBerty and Erskine Wells, Camille Morris

Lea Duncan, Mary Anne Lefoldt, Sandy Nelson, Jane Smith, Helen Craig, Helaine Maley,Elizabeth Minor, Judy McNames, Irene Mangum, Monty Chotard

engagement partyAn engagement celebration honoring Camille Morris and Jason Hellwig was

held recently in the Bridgewater home of Helen and Craig York.The couple was wed November 17 in a New Orleans service.Co-hosts and hostesses include Claire and Richard Aiken, Nancy and Rodney

Chamblee, Monty and Bennett Chotard, Robin and Lawrence Coco, Maymeand Tommy Couch, Lea and David Duncan, Lynda and Doug Ferris, Sharon andBud Fortner, Kathy Frye, Christine and Bobby Gill, Susan and Cliff Harrison, Sara

Margaret and Robert Johnson, Mary Anne and Larry Lefoldt, Patty and TimLyons, Helaine and Thomas Maley, Irene and Buddy Mangum, Judy and MikeMcNames, Elizabeth and Streety Minor, Sandy and Kirk Nelson, Mary Ann andAnky Petro, Jane and Robert Allen Smith, Julianne and Jerry Summerford, MaryEvalyn and Ed Thomas, Marilyn and Charles Tinnin, Anne and Joe Wilkins, andLinda and Steve Williams.

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Bill and Camille Morris, Jason Hellwig, Camille Morris, Kathryn and Chris Trotter


Elizabeth Minor, Linda Farr, Christine Thomas, Kathy FryeCharles Witt, Streety Minor, Larry Lefoldt, Rodney Chamblee

Jimmy and Joanna Heidel, David DuncanChristine Gill, Pam Truett, Kathryn TrotterBuddy Mangum, Susan and Alex Allenburger

Joy and Bill AdenHelaine Maley, Pam Truett

Sarah Nelson, Bill and Cecila WardlawNancy Chamblee, Dave and Sally Perkins

Jason Hellwig, Helen and York Craig, Camille Morris, Libba Wise

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Philip and Whitney Cothren, Camille Morris, Jason HellwigKathryn Trotter, Mary Catherine Durkin, Libba Wise, Jason Hellwig, Camille Morris,

Susan Weir, Caroline Hollowell

Lucy Mazzaferro, Camille Morris, Lindy CastleLinda Williams, Judy and Mitchell Malouf

Lawrence and Jan FarringtonJim and Elta Johnston

Helaine Maley, Tricia Scott, Caroline ScottMike and Amy BrooksRees and Claire Barksdale

Henri Burnham, Ed and Mary Evalyn Thomas, Dubar Brown


Helen Craig, Mena Applewhite

Lynda Ferris, Nancy Chamblee, Sara Margaret JohnsonKathryn Trotter, Camille and Camille Morris

Phillip and Whitney CothrenYork and Helen CraigCaroline and Ashley Hollowell

Janet Broughton, Gina MorrisRichard Lee, Lindy Castle

Bill and Camille Morris

Phil and Sarah Nelson, Jason Hellwig

Steve and Linda Williams, Camille Morris

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Peggy Van Cleve, Victoria Clark, Beth and Fred Wilson, Ree Walden

Nik Pazdniakova, Peter Clark, Crystle Reed, Violetta Moore

Barbara Jo Brillard, Cile WerkheiserRicky and Barbara Jo BrillardChuck and Millie Quarterman

Keith Raulston, John Neill, Don Landrum, Jeffrey Blackwood, Ned Currie, Chuck Quarterman,Elizabeth Raulston, Bill Reed, Sam Agnew, Marv and Kathy Scott, Olivia Neill, Millie Quarterman,

Robbie Landrum, Pat Agnew, Dana Larkin, Martha Lynn Bailey, Cindy Reed, David, Victoria and Peter Clark, Crystle Reed, JoAnn Burke, Barb Currie

engagement partyCrystle Lee Reed and Peter Douglas Clark were honored recently with a tropi-

cal-themed engagement celebration at the Country Club of Jackson home ofKathy and Marvin Scott. Miss Reed is the daughter of Wanda and David Reedof Randleman, N.C. Clark is the son of Victoria and David Clark of Jackson.They met while working for the Dolphin Research Center in the Florida Keys.

Co-hosts and hostesses were Pat and Sam Agnew, Martha Lynn and FordBailey, Jeffrey Blackwood, JoAnn and Bob Burke, Nancy and Roy Campbell,Margaret and Brett Cupples, Barb and Ned Currie, Ouida and Wayne

Drinkwater, Robyn and Hap Farber, Robbie and Don Landrum, Dana andJonathan Larkin, Lisa and Will Manuel, Olivia and John Neill, Millie and ChuckQuarterman, Elizabeth and Keith Raulston, Cindy and Bill Reed, Kathy andMarvin Scott, Steve Thomas, and Jayne and David Westbrook.

Flamingos, tiki torches, leis, tropical food and steel drum music set the stagefor this “Cheeseburger in Paradise” engagement celebration. The couple willwed on the beach in the Florida Keys in May.

Shown are scenes from the party.

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George and Carol Evans, Hope Ladner, Peter Clark, Crystle Reed, Jane Ladner


Sharon and Jay Songcharoen, Crystle Reed, Peter Clark, Sandra HindsmanElizabeth Raulston, Jim Almas, Sandra Hindsman, Laura McCarthy, Suzanne Almas

Marilyn and Mark Blackburn, Doug ClarkJoAnn Burke, Ricky Brillard, Robbie LandrumPaul Walton, Roy Kellum, Bill Reed

Elizabeth Raulston, Pat Agnew, Olivia NeillMartha Lynn, Valerie and Kevin Bailey

Margaret Tohill, Beth Wilson, Lelia Wright, Jackie Peets,Victoria Clark, Katy Houston, Ree Walden, Cindy Reed,

Kathy Scott, Elizabeth RaulstonDana Larkin, Barb Currie, Kathy Scott, Victoria ClarkSteve and Betsy Rosenblatt

Jane Nichols, Victoria and Peter Clark, Crystle Reed, Lelia Wright, Beth Wilson

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ST. DOMINICHOSPITAL AUXILIARYLUNCHEONThe St. Dominic Hospital Auxiliaryhosted a membership luncheon recentlyat the Country Club of Jackson. Shown are scenes from the luncheon.

Yvonne Haydel, Debbie Bierdeman, Bea Katoul Theresa McMullin, Trish Duncan, Tracy Grenfell

Kate Medlock, Jenny Neeld, Lesa WaggenerSusan Laney, Marie Turner, Phyllis MokrySister Dorothea, Sister Trinita

Sandra Quinn, Carolyn Weiss, Lucette Bennett, Margaret Buhner Katie Walley, Becky Adams, Laquita Brown

Agnes Morgan, Sue Beth Shurtleff Pat Walden, Charlotte Vayda Lind Harkins, Noella Bellan, Charlene Bullock

EVENTS


Toni Layer, Agnes Morgan, Linda YoungClaude Harbarger, Phyllis Mokry, Lester DiamondEra Jennings, Dolores Irvin

Susan Cox, Debbie Tubertini, Aimee Burrow Mary Lea Hagan, Mary Payne, Sue Busby

ST. DOMINIC HOSPITAL AUXILIARY LUNCHEON

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ANNE SULLIVANRETIREMENTRECEPTIONMagnolia Speech School honored AnneSullivan recently on her retirement fromher role as executive director of theschool. The event was held in the homeof Kelley and Jean Williams. ChalmersDavis presented music. Anne Sullivan, Jan Evers, Julie Evers Crump Cheryl Thornton, Anita Craft, Tina Atkins

Amy Williams, Chuck Poole Tom and Fran Ward, Janet Sullivan Smith, Nan FulcherGuy and Sis Hovis

Harry Fulcher, Pat and Stacy Patterson, Kelly and Chris Derrick Tom Rhoden, Ellen Sullivan May, Anne Sullivan, Janet Sullivan Smith, Nan Fulcher

Linda Mann, Jack McDaniel Anne Sullivan, Virgil Brawley Charles and Cindy Alexander LaVerne Edney, Deb Phillips

EVENTS


Jim Burkes, Addie HolifieldCheryl and Tim Coker, Jean Williams Ginger Watkins, Don Jacobs

Chip and Cindy Johnson, Alicia and Chris Swan Carol and Hank Teller, Marietta Paterson, Janie Luter, Sara Gleason

Suzanne, Greg and Will Laird

Suzelle and Lamar Weems Tim, Dawn and Daniel Matheny David and Jane Waugh

ANNE SULLIVAN RETIREMENT RECEPTION

Tom and Fran Ward, Janet Sullivan Smith, Nan Fulcher

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MURRAH CLASS OF1965 65TH BIRTHDAYMembers of the Murrah High SchoolClass of 1965 celebrated their 65th birth-day this year. Class members from eightstates enjoyed live music and visitingwith friends at the lakeside home ofMary and Carl Lackey. Planning hasalready begun for the 50th reunion in2015.Shown are scenes from the reunion.

Elta Posey and Jim Johnston, Mack Lowery Larry and Pam Bailey Edwards

Ann Smith Perry, Carolyn Bruno HollisPam Redmont Johndroe, Susan Stone and JoJo Payne, Sam StockettPam Shelton Grey, Sally Fran Ross

Larry White, Cecile Walsh Wardlaw, Tom Ingels, Henry Shotts Cynthia and Tommy Horner, Tommy and Becky Builen Moore

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ST. ANDREW’S 1947SOCIETY PARTYThe St. Andrew’s annual 1947 Societyparty was held recently at Bravo. Shownare scenes from the party

Chris and Holly Wigs, Kevin Lewis Greg and Elizabeth Buyan, Melissa Hutchison

Vonda Reeves-Darby, Jeff ChristieTommy Williams, Erica and Stewart Speed, George PenickJim and Sandra Shelson

Jan Wofford, Tisha Green, Elizabeth Buyan, Rebecca Collins, Frances Jean Neely, Patrick Taylor Patty Christie, Joe and Karen Powell, Walter and Frances Jean Neely

Paul McNeill, Walter Neely Dolph and Bonnie Woodall Kevin Lewis, Ann Travis Deaver and Rebecca Collins

EVENTS


Wilson and Kellye MontjoyDolph and Bonnie Woodall, Chris TravisJoyce Peck, Ouida Drinkwater

Alex Allenburger, Carol Penick, Nils and Beatriz Mungan Richard and Julia Brown Alice Harper, Suzanne Kotfila

ST. ANDREW’S 1947 SOCIETY PARTY

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“IT’S A GIRL THING”Woman’s Hospital and River OaksHospital presented “It’s a Girl Thing”recently at Table 100. The event includ-ed wine and food, door prizes, and apanel of physicians who answered ques-tions submitted by attendees. Panelphysicians included Drs. AshleyCanizaro, Natasha Hardeman, ShannonCarroll, Darden North, Allen Harawayand Adrian Smith.

Alicia Carpenter, Jana Fuss, Renee Cotton Cindy Dishongh, Tess Shaw

Aundrea Scholem, Lindsay BracyBeth James, Michelle Chambers; (front) LeighDeLaughter, Jena Berrong, Lydia Carlisle Joan Stragham, Sherry Cook

Wanda Herrington, Kathy King, Marilee Gregory, Janice Love, Jackie Williams Ashley Canizaro, Natasha Hardeman, Adrian Smith, Shannon Carroll, Neil Haraway, Darden North

Bernice Luckett, Tiffany Jones Tracey and Bobbie Kinsey Judy Hill, Becky Wilkerson Tobey Houston, Shannon Plunkett

EVENTS


Carrie Cooper, Sara McDaniel, Mara HansonSherry Cook, Wendy Polk, Sheely EatonPaige Wilkins, Shellie Zeigler

Alisha and Brenda Brinson, Tina Holton, Rosie Bodie Anna Rogers, Sharee Lucius, Tammy Whitton, Abby Brann

“IT’S A GIRL THING”

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BALLETMISSISSIPPIWINE TASTINGA wine tasting was held recently atFischer Galleries in Fondren to supportBallet Mississippi. Certified sommelierJohn Malanchak facilitated the explo-ration of German Rieslings in anticipa-tion of Ballet Mississippi’s 30th anniver-sary of ‘The Nutcracker.’

Will Manuel, Alex and Tori Martin Margaret Taylor, Whit and Debbie Rayner

Sonya Loper, Millie Clanton, Cherri BarnettScott and Amanda Overby

Sonya Loper, Betsy Edge, Madeline Katool, Connie Chastain Will Manuel, Keishunna Randall, David Keary, Alice Lusk

Felix Girod, Daniel Martin Bobby and Adrienne Martin Forrest and Leigh Ann Germany Latoya and Dinah Slay

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MADISON COUNTYFOUNDATION MEM-BERSHIP MEETINGThe Madison County Foundation boardof directors held its 17th annual mem-bership meeting recently at the CountryClub of Jackson.Special guest speaker was Sam Haskell.A cocktail reception preceded the meet-ing with music by bluesman JesseRobinson.

Rodney Grogan, Wesley Goings, Stacy and Stanley Mangum Paula Tierce, John Bell Crosby, Robin Tierce

Kim Schilling, Lisa Rowland, Dee CarrStefanie McHenry, Jessica Lewis, Joanna and Jason McNeelStanley Mangum, Mark Bounds

Brent Adams, Sam Haskell, Gina and David Mulholland, Mark, Mandy and Shelton Bounds, Lindsay Schilling Barry Winford, Frank Street, Eddie Woodard; (front) Kacie Sanford, Chris Roberts, Jeff Lacey, Mark McDowell

Kelley and Buddy Voelkel William and Mary Franklin Gale and Tommy Butler Dwain and Cindy Wood

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Sam Kelly, Arthur Johnston, John Brunini Gerald Steen, Monty Clark, Charles Morris, Joe Morns, Francis Vlock, George RhodesJohn and Gray Marchetti

John Pittman, Bucky Gideon, Gail Pittman, Ron Winford, Renee Rives Bill and Tammy Whitton, Sarah Stevens, Jennifer Guest, Bobby Cumberland

MADISON COUNTY FOUNDATION MEMBERSHIP MEETING

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MISSISSIPPI OPERADANCE WITH THESTARSJackson celebs Elbert Bivins, Sibyl Child,Dr. Anthony Cloy, Dr. Charles Jackson,Lesley McLin, Kerry Parker and PeytonProspere performed recently at theCountry Club of Jackson during Dancewith the Stars, benefiting MississippiOpera. The Jackson Allstars Band pre-sented the music.

Nancy Riser, Harriet Kuykendall, JoAnne Morris Kitty Rushing, Lynne Mabus, Gillian Viola

Susan Goodwin, Sandy McKellarGillian Viola, Patti Sullivan, Muller AddkisonDebbie McCaskill, Rivers Walker

Greg and Elizabeth Buyan, Don and Becky Potts, Laura and Patrick Taylor Libby Johnson, Wayne Rone, Elizabeth McKinley, Jean Bush, Sue Lobrano

Lauren Smith, Eric Eaton Greg Buyan, Jonathan Viola Randy and Kathy Eure Sid and Kathy Davis

EVENTS


Judy and Josh WienerOlivia Neill, Ralph Wells, Margaret McLarty, Yvonne JickaJim Frechette, Lesley McLin

Frances Dulin, Julia Cloy, Adam Whitaker, Janet Ricks Locke and Melanie Ward, Chloe and Cherri Barnett

James Child, Foye Bycrofski Eric Eaton, Sarah Webb Tippy and Bob GarnerEddie and Tania Rubiano

Tam and Nora Ethridge Catherine and Wohner Collins Gus Smith, Susan Griffith William Lebouef, Patricia Burns

MISSISSIPPI OPERA DANCE WITH THE STARS

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Stennis and Mildred Wells, Julius Ridgway, Stephanie Viner Viola and Edward Dacus, Andrea and Joseph Coleman

Don Mitchell, Lynn Crystal Jennifer and Greg Schulmeier Linda Mann, Jack McDaniel Sarah and Binny Webb

MISSISSIPPI OPERA DANCE WITH THE STARS

Sam Olden, Margee, Catherine and Wohner Collins Jeremy Dayrit, Jovanni Depedro, Cynthia Palmer, Flonzie Brown-White

Vick Hartung, Libby Johnson, Elizabeth McKinleyCaleb Graham, Katherine, Ashley and Eleanor WellsDon and Jane Nichols


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ZOO PARTYUNLEASHEDThe Jackson Zoo hosted Zoo PartyUnleashed recently at Highland Village.Music was presented by bluesman JesseRobinson, the Chad Wesley Band, andparty music from DJ George Chuck. Theevent featured animal-themed cocktailsand food tastings from local restaurants.

Billy Ware, Martha Cooke, Frances Ware Lyndsey Grace, Don Potts, Betsy Wilson

Nicole Williams, Aisha Barnes, Carol WoodsonSarah McCraw, John Horhn, Jodi Rush, Brandon Smith Ashley Ewing, Leigh Ann Polk

Latrice Waters, Cassie Miller, Adeilene Sanchez, Wyashica Pruitt, Jessica Timmons, Kyaris Brown Katy Braden, David Robertson, W.C. McClendon, Charity Dinwiddie, Farrah Johnson

Marianna Walker, Ashlee Reid Farrah Johnson, Dorothea White Jesse and Wendy Barrilleaux Stacy Crain, Adam Collier

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Robert and Karen ReedAbby Wilson, Renora Temple, Alisha ReddBrett and Josh Smith

Melissa and Nathan Lott, Carley and Will Garner, John Smalls Liz Lancaster, Jen Adelsheimer, Jeff Good, James and TaylorConway, Tiffany Wansley, Amie Guffin, Maggie Brisae

Chris Herron, George Byrd Suzanne Moak, Paul Marczka Kevelyn Brown, Prince and Angela Colbert

Eric Stracener, LeAnne Gault, Eddie Robinson Angelia Brown, Shon Hewitt Danielle Rauch, Brandy Lashay Wesley

ZOO PARTY UNLEASHED

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DELTAS AFTER DARKFALL SOCIALJackson area alumnae of Delta DeltaDelta sorority recently gathered atPhyllis Geary’s View Gallery inRidgeland for their Deltas After Dark fallsocial.

Rivers Walker, Anna Taylor, Alex McCaskill Elisabeth Ely, Fran Askew, Rebecca Cleland

Anna Haralson, Alyson Jones, Natalie ArnemannPhyllis Geary, Camille Cioffi, Mary Kathryn AllenMargie Jepson, Tricia Miller

Meg Pace, Donna Knight, Camille Cioffi, Clay Davidson, Betty Lynn Freeman Tay Morgan, Page Wilson, Missy Hollis, Natalie Arnemann

Anna Haralson, Gigi O’Neal, Morgan Samuels, Mary Kathryn Allen Clay Davidson, Betty Lynn Freeman, Melanie McKinley, Phyliss Geary, Cindy Phillips

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ARTISTSRECEPTIONA reception was held recently at theMunicipal Art Gallery for artists EleanorHughes, Martha Y. Andre and JanieDavis.Shown are scenes from the reception.

Martha Andre, Janie Davis, Eleanor Hughes Sally Walton, Kit Fields, Anne Perry

Bee Aiken, Esther DawsonSally Toddy, Betty Conner, Mary Jane HenleyHelen Yoste, Sally Toddy

Martha Andre, Lucette Bennett, Perry Ritchie Eleanor Hughes, Vicki Armstrong, Janie Davis

Regina Burckel, Betty Witty Roz Roy, Martha Andre Judy Berry, Adrianne Perry

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