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Lindsay Jo Whirley Takes Us Inside THE LUME Indianapolis
We got the inside scoop from the Assistant Director of Culinary Operations at Newfields, Lindsay Jo Whirley, on what exciting sips and snacks you'll find when you visit "THE LUME Indianapolis Featuring Monet & Friends Alive."
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Meet the Woman Behind Essential Wellbeings
Melissa Bunce owns Essential Wellbeings in Indianapolis, and she's a certified aromatherapist who creates her own essential oil synergies and blends. In addition to her products, Essential Wellbeings also offers meditation classes, organic herbal tea workshops, and lots of crystals.
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Rising Collective is Bringing Mental Health to the Forefront in Indiana
Erin Polley and Malkah Bird, MEd, founded Rising Collective during the pandemic and are working to offer Mental Health First Aid, De-Escalation, and Bystander Intervention training for all.
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"A woman is the full circle. Within her is the power to create, nurture, and transform." — Diane Mariechild
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THESE WOMEN MAKE AIR TRAVEL EASIER
Aug. 19 is National Aviation Day, so it seemed like the perfect time to highlight three women who help make airport travel in Indy go more smoothly. Daja Aviah, Sonia Espinoza, and Donna Trakimas all work at Guest Services at the Indianapolis International Airport, which was just named the Best Airport in North America for the tenth year in a row.
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COME SAY HELLO!
The next Indy Maven monthly meetup will be on Aug. 31 at Maven Space, so mark your calendars. There will be no speaker or agenda — just a night to sit back and get to know other amazing women.
As always, it's free for Indy Maven members to attend and $20 for non-members, so please join us!
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HOLIDAY PREVIEW SHOWCASE
If you're thinking of hosting a holiday event at Maven Space (or just want to have a delicious meal at a fantastic location), come out Aug. 25 to the Maven Space Holiday Preview Showcase. The event will feature a three-course dinner with wine pairings from Maven Space's in-house catering partners Fork & Function. RSVP by Aug. 22 to snag your spot, and members, check Indy Maven's member FB group for a discount!
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SIP SOME CREATIVE MOCKTAILS
Parched Pavement is hosting Indianapolis' first Mocktail Competition on Aug. 23, featuring 12 of Indy's best beverage creators. Duke's Indy will have a full menu available while you taste the mocktails, and there'll also be live music to help get the party started.
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Brittney Mason
Brittney Mason’s love of the Internet has snowballed into a lifelong career. From her beloved blog, The Pretty Plus, to her regional community group, Indy Creator Society, Brittney is hands-on in the creator space. She is also the Director of Digital Strategy at 1909 Digital and a member of Indy Maven’s Editorial Board. It’s your turn now, Brittney!
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A LITTLE REFRESHER
Are you looking to enhance your natural beauty? LineOut Aesthetics™ Boutique is ready to help create a look you'll love. Each appointment is customized to your personal needs and aesthetic goals. With the use of facial injectables like Botox and dermal fillers, your youthful, refreshed look is one appointment away. Visit www.lineoutaesthetics.com or @LineoutAesthetics on IG for more information.
Created in partnership with Lineout Aesthetics.
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A round-up of events to add to your calendar in the weeks ahead.
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All the things you need to read this week.
- If you haven't already, read this essay by Serena Williams. (Vogue)
- Toe separators aren't just for pedicures; they're a hot wellness trend. (Glamour)
- It's time to take space junk seriously. (Axios)
- A mural of Madam C.J. Walker will be painted in downtown Indy. (Madam Walker Legacy Center)
- Designer Betsey Johnson is turning 80, and she has a new collection out to celebrate. (Betsey Johnson)
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