For Kevin and Michelle Scharfman, creating memorable experiences is a family affair—and it all began with their own love story. College sweethearts who met at Nova Southeastern University in South Florida, the couple quickly discovered a shared passion for life, learning, and each other. After tying the knot, they continued their journey together at the University of Florida, where Kevin pursued pharmacy school and Michelle earned her master’s degree in special education. Today, that same dedication and care infuses Five Palms, the venue they’ve shaped into a home for love stories and unforgettable moments.
This past December marked 23 years of marriage, a milestone Michelle describes with gratitude and grounded honesty. “Marriage is hard, but it is so worth it,” she says. She knows firsthand that every couple faces seasons that test them—days, weeks, sometimes even years—but believes deeply in working hard, sticking together, and choosing love over and over again. As they prepare to enter their “empty nest” chapter this summer, she feels anchored by the fact that she’s married to her best friend.
Their love has always been rooted in everyday moments—pizza date nights, cheering on their daughters, and building a life filled with intention. So when Michelle, a wedding photographer of more than a decade, began dreaming of a venue of her own, it felt like a natural extension of everything she cherished. One night, after she and Kevin casually wondered aloud about buying land, Michelle acted immediately—calling their realtor the very next morning. That spark became Five Palms, now in its second year of hosting.
Today, their venue is far more than a business. It is a family legacy. All three of the Scharfman daughters work at Five Palms, along with their new son-in-law. Their oldest, Kaylee, is a wedding coordinator, while Kennedy and Kyla help bring events to life with warmth and care.
Every couple who marries at Five Palms becomes part of that extended family. Designed with a photographer’s eye and a mother’s heart, the venue reflects Michelle’s belief that every love story deserves a space as beautiful—and as meaningful—as the people within it. And as you’ll see in the stories of the couples who’ve celebrated their love here, every love story is indeed beautiful—especially when it begins at Five Palms.
Gabby & Brett
High school sweethearts from Old Hickory and Mt. Juliet, Gabby and Brett have been together for over four years and recently celebrated their love with a September 2025 wedding at Five Palms. Following the advice to love the Lord above all, their bond continues to grow stronger each day. Bourbon Steakhouse is one of their favorite date spots, but their wedding day was truly unforgettable. With the stunning venue, thoughtful planners, and the vision of Michelle and Kevin, Five Palms perfectly brought their dream wedding to life, creating memories they will cherish forever.
Cameron & Hayden
Both from Wilson County, Cameron and Hayden were introduced through a mutual friend during their final year of college, a connection that quickly turned into a lifelong partnership. Together since February 2024, they were married on October 5, 2025, with a shared commitment to keeping God at the center of their marriage—believing that pursuing Him individually equips them to love each other as Christ loves the church. Town Square Social, where they shared their first date, remains a favorite. Choosing Five Palms before construction was complete, they trusted the vision of Michelle and her family, and the venue became everything they hoped for and more.
Kaylee & Tucker
Kaylee and Tucker’s story began their freshman year at Sewanee: The University of the South, where a shared college experience—football for Tucker and volleyball for Kaylee—sparked a friendship that lasted all year before turning into something more the following summer. Now living together in Lebanon, they’ve built a life rooted in service and dedication, with Tucker serving as a teacher and head football coach at Walter J. Baird Middle School and Kaylee working as a Medical ICU nurse at Vanderbilt. Together for four and a half years and married for just five months, they make time for local date nights at Town Square Social and the occasional upscale sushi dinner at Wako in Murfreesboro. Choosing Five Palms was an easy decision. Kaylee might be a little biased since her parents own the venue, but she believes its charm and beauty stand on their own, from the picture-perfect suites and panoramic ceremony views to the welcoming reception space and the unforgettable greenhouse.
Five Palms was born from love and family—designed with a photographer’s eye and a mother’s heart—so every couple feels celebrated, supported, and welcomed into something meaningful from the start here.
Pull Quote P3 Marriage is hard, but worth choosing every day—through seasons, celebrations, and sacrifices—because building a life together creates a foundation strong enough to hold family, faith, and unforgettable moments forever together.
Pull Quote P4 Five Palms is more than a venue—it’s a reflection of our family, our faith, and our love story. Every detail was created with intention, so couples feel supported, celebrated, and confident that their wedding day is as meaningful and beautiful as the life they’re beginning together.