Art Appreciation
Perry Dement’s Memphis loft is a stylish hybrid of museum and warehouse.
Text Carrie F. Simpson
Photography Mike Boatman

Q & A with veterinarian Marc Smith
Facts to know before bringing home a pet.
Text Carrie F. Simpson

Nothing to Sneeze At
Pet allergies plague many current and would-be animal lovers.
Text Jen Andrews

Worth a Thousand Words
Noted photographer Jack Kenner gives tips for taking ther perfect pet photo.
Text Carrie F. Simpson
Photography Jack Kenner

Cuisine: Zola
Deb Paquette’s Mediterranean-inspired dishes have won over Nashville diners.
Text Chris McCoy
Photography Mark Couturiér

Growing: African Violets
A Nashville greenhouse is creating new varieties of this urban-friendly houseplant.
Text Jen Andrews

Arts: 50 Years of Soul
Legendary Memphis-based Stax Records is still jamming after half a century.
Text Chris McCoy
Photography Courtesy Stax Museum

At Home with Jim Holt
The President and CEO of Memphis in May gives us a behind-the-scenes look at one of the state’s largest river festivals.
Text Karen Ott Mayer
Photography Steve Roberts

Destinations: Urban Chic
With its fascinating architecture, fabulous shopping and activity-packed summer, Chicago may be your kind of town.
Text Kay Thompson Lee
Photography Courtesy City of Chicago

A Trip to the Seaside
Vacation winner Jennifer James shares the story of her journey to the sea.
Text Jennifer James
Photography Jennifer James

Community: It Happened After the World’s Fair
After more than two decades, Knoxville’s World’s Fair Park is once again the center of attention.
Text Chris McCoy
Photography Knoxville Tourism & Sports Corporation

Publisher’s Note

Style
Pet Perfect Accessories

Entertaining: Backyard Burger Party
Welcome Summer with Casual Grilling.
Text Beth Chapman
Photography Steve Roberts

Fashion: Clearing Things Up
Lucite jewelry.

Beauty: Golden Goddess
Everything you need to be beautifully bronzed.
Text Beth Chapman
Photography Matthew Lunn

Health: When Medicines Go Bad
What do the expiration dates on our perscription drugs mean?
Text Chris McCoy

Finance: Wills 101
What are the duties of an executor?
Text Nancy Coe

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