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🧵 Needlepoint supplies near you
Contact the shop directly for information about finishing services. | Photo provided by M’s Canvashouse.
Tomorrow is Work-In-Progress (WIP) Wednesday, the crafty social trend all about sharing what you’re making — and right now, needlepoint is in the spotlight. Stop by these local needlepoint shops for expert guidance and everything you need to stitch your way into a new hobby.
M’s Canvashouse | 721 Red Mile Road
Established in 1989, the shop is led by Meredith Willett, who fell in love with needlepoint as a child — watch her share her story.
Eye of the Needle | 3323 Partner Place, Ste. 10
The family-owned shop now offers more than 2,000 belt designs — along with keychains, dog collars, and seasonal favorites
Stitch Therapy Needleworks | 120 Dennis Drive, Ste. 1
Shop a massive selection of 130,000+ needlepoint and cross-stitch options. Stitch Therapy can meet you wherever you are on your needlepoint journey.
The start of Ramadan depends on the sighting of the crescent moon, which may take place today, Tuesday, Feb. 17. Observe and learn more with Masjid Bilal Ibn Rabah’s guide to Ramadan, the month of fasting.
Today Is
Lunar New Year, marking the first new moon of the lunar calendar. Celebrate the Year of the Horse with a Lunar New Year Celebration on Saturday, Feb. 21 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (CNN Travel)
Play
🎲 Are you looking for our Games page? You can find it here. Thanks to all of our readers who let us know you’re enjoying this page — our team is continuing to work on even more ways to play in future.
Eat
Are you familiar with a paczki? It’s a Polish doughnut, often consumed on Mardi Gras, otherwise known as Fat Tuesday. If you’re like me, you’re looking to get your hands on one. Stop into North Lime Coffee & Donuts’ Limestone location this week for this traditional pastry.
Kids
CREATE Summer Camp registration is open for children ages five through 11. Each week features hands-on, themed art activities like Castles + Wizards and DIY Designer. Options include half-days from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or full-days from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., running June through early August.
Job
Michler’s Florist is seeking passionate plant lovers to join its team and grow their careers in floristry and horticulture. For more information, visit its website, or stop by to chat with a team member.
Plan Ahead
Join artist Kayla Weber Nord for a painting workshop Thursday, March 26. The experience includes a short tour of Denali Stud nursery farm, and all materials + instruction to create a Kentucky Derby-themed canvas.
Health
Wellness is not one-size-fits-all. With a science-backed program that combines personalized coaching with habit-building tools, Noom is ditching restrictive diets for nourishing meals that lead to real results. Start a free trial.*
The Buy
Sometimes the simplest solutions make the biggest difference. These four products tackle everyday headaches — each for under $30.
👜 Tired of your purse tipping over or disappearing on the car floor? These car purse hooks keep your bags within reach.
🚽 Late-night bathroom runs will no longer feel like an obstacle course thanks to this toilet bowl night light.
🧅 Swap baking soda for this fridge deodorizer that works for up to 10 years, so you can set it once and forget it.
🚗 Designed to reduce strain, this vehicle assist handle provides sturdy support to help you get in + out of your car with ease and stability.
Lexington’s locally organized Walk for Peace and Peace Rally observes the monks’ journey back home to Texas from Washington, DC. Track the journey’s progress with daily updates.
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