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TW 30th Anniversary Relaunch Events

Today’s Woman kicked off our relaunch event December 12, 2021, with a VIP brunch held at the Black Jockeys Lounge to introduce our new vision for the magazine – and celebrate 30 years of empowerment. We continued the festivities at Marketplace Restaurant where guests attended our first live taping of the Today's Woman show featuring interviews with our columnists and other amazing women highlighted in the December issue. More than 200 guests attended including Mayor Greg Fischer. Great way to kick off a new era of Sisterhood! [...]

By April Allman|2022-01-27T11:36:46-05:00December 16, 2021|Events|

Today’s Woman @ The Woodford Reserve Polo Cup

On September 11th, the Today’s Woman team treated our guests to an exclusive brunch and tailgating experience at the Woodford Reserve Polo Cup, presented by The Trifecta at Oxmoor Farm. The afternoon featured beautiful décor and a chef-prepared meal. Tawana Bain, publisher of Today’s Woman, says her goal is to foster strong connections with the community and elevate the presence of our publication. “That means being in spaces that will give our guests an opportunity to ‘sit at tables’ and meet people from diverse backgrounds. We really enjoy making introductions and fostering relationships with [...]

By April Allman|2022-02-11T00:52:14-05:00November 8, 2021|Community, Events|

Letting Love Rule

ON THE OCTOBER ISSUE COVER: Couple Barrett Gargala and Elle Becker celebrate their love — and a movement that is gaining traction. Barrett, left, is wearing: Theia sequined dress, $495, and Mitchies leather jacket, $450, both at Glasscock Too. Diamond dangle earrings, $11,900, at Davis Jewelers. Styling: Christine Fellingham | Hair and Makeup: Mikhail Schulz for J Michael’s Spa & Salon. Couple Elle Becker and Barrett Gargala discuss how things have changed for the better for the LGBTQ+ community. Barrett Gargala says her and Elle Becker’s relationship began, as all great love stories [...]

By April Allman|2021-11-23T11:02:56-05:00October 8, 2021|Community, Digital Exclusives, Living|

Colors of Joy

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By April Allman|2021-10-01T14:06:20-04:00October 5, 2021|Community|

Way to Go, Woman Winners: DeShara C. Doub

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By April Allman|2021-09-07T18:16:20-04:00September 28, 2021|Community, Way to Go Woman|

Living Life Homeless

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By April Allman|2021-09-10T18:22:21-04:00September 27, 2021|Community, Giving Back, Mental Health|