6 questions with Chef Paula Endara | Get excited for the emotional + unique Season 22 of Bravo’s “Top Chef” by learning about local Chef Paula Endara’s kitchen essentials, favorite dishes, and experience on the show.
2 public input opportunities | Attend these important, in-person discussions for a chance to build community and impact Lexington while you make your voice heard.
Aura Photography + Astrology Event | 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. | White Willow Massage Therapy & Emporium | $42+ | Delve into the world of the metaphysical by seeing your aura frequencies on film or learn about what the stars have in store for you with a natal chart reading.
EmpowHER Poetry & Tea | 6:30-9 p.m. | Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center | Free with RSVP | Dress up and celebrate all things women with light bites, herbal teas, an exclusive short film showing as well as open discussion + community building.
Sunday, March 16
Mandala Drawing with Michelle | 1-3 p.m. | Luigart Studios | $15 | Enjoy an afternoon of mindfulness + creativity as you learn the art of using symmetry and color to create a mandala.
Sunday Funday Karaoke | 7-11 p.m. | Lost Palm | Price of purchase | Celebrate the start of a new week with $5 beers, tacos, and shots + karaoke hosted by Cowboy Cam.
Thursday, March 20
Seasonal Sunset Stroll | 6-7:30 p.m. | McConnell Springs Park | $8 | Celebrate the start of spring with a slow-paced guided walk while learning about the quiet work plant life during the change of season, and stick around for a campfire + s’mores.
Friday, March 21
Spring Renewal Night Market | 5-10 p.m. | Void Sake | Price of purchase | This family friendly market offers festive food + drink to shake off winter as you shop local artisans and vendors.
When you’re looking to spice up your food, what hot sauce do you grab? Frank’s Red Hot is apparently the top sauce for Kentucky. Do you agree?(HuffPost)
Number
7.74 million. That’s how many postings the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey saw in January — the majority of which came from an increase in retail positions. Explore local opportunities on LEXtoday’s Job Board and find the perfect fit close to home. (CNBC)
Trending
Craving Pearl’s, but don’t want to wait in that line? There could be another solution — if you’re willing to pay. Line standing services have become popular recently through apps like Taskrabbit and NYC-based Same Ole Line Dudes. (Wall Street Journal)
Seasonal
Getting a start on spring cleaning? If you’ve got a heap of clothes in the “maybe” pile, consider bringing them to a local buy, sell, trade shop where they can find a new home.
Feel Good
Are you happy now? Lexington made it on WalletHub’s list of “Happiest Cities in America.” Our happiness was determined by metrics like average leisure time and the income-growth rate.
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Inhale, exhale, reset
Pause for a moment of zen at SHALA. | Photo courtesy of SHALA
Whether you’re a novice on the mat or an experienced yogi, Lexington has plenty of places to practice. Find your zen at these 13 yoga studios around the Horse Capital of the World.
If you want to connect with community
Wildfire Yoga
Located in the Warehouse Block, Wildfire Yoga has everything from slow flow to warm Vinyasa classes. It even hosts a get together every third Friday of the month at 6 p.m. at neighboring biz, Mirror Twin Brewing.
SHALA
Also located in the Warehouse Block, inside Lexington Salt Cave, this light + airy welcoming space is lead by longtime local instructor Lissa Sims. Find all-levels classes that focus on natural movement including elemental flow and relax + heal. Bonus: Lexington Salt Cave also hosts classes in the space.
Forum Yoga
Embrace playfulness through movement + find freedom in your body with this modern approach to the ancient philosophies and practice of yoga.
The support for our friends in Eastern Kentucky is continuing around the city. The Legends are teaming up with the Christian Appalachian Project to host a donation drive at Legends Field next Wednesday, March 19 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. See the list of items being collected.
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