Lauren Kotmel
Cleveland Senior Community Manager
Full of wanderlust, I'm a vintage hunter, sometimes musician and lover of all things culture in CLE. Find me hanging around an art gallery, catching local music or searching for the best cup of tea.
Articles by Lauren Kotmel:
The top yoga studio in every state offering virtual classes
September is National Yoga Month and in light of safety during COVID-19, many yoga studios across the United States have transitioned to online offerings. Both beginner students and advanced yogis can keep up with their wellness from the safety of their home—and feel good about supporting a local business. From powerful vinyasa to the slow… Read more
The top photographed parks in North America
Public parks and gardens are North America’s most beloved treasures. Did you know any location with an address can be reviewed and photographed on Yelp? From public gardens to outdoor art and sweeping natural landscapes, we discovered the most photographed park in every state and each Canadian province. With a summer and fall of social… Read more
Celebrating Yelp Elites for Military Appreciation Month
The Yelp Elite Squad represents the best writers, photographers and explorers in communities across North America. In honor of Military Appreciation Month this May, we caught up with five national Yelp Elite members to hear about their military experience and love for all things local. We are grateful for you! L-R: David H. of San… Read more
Five Biz Owners Giving Back To Their Community
The world may be changing but one thing still remains: kindness. As the world adjusts to a new normal, local business owners are stepping us to make impactful change in their communities. From feeding students to “flower-bombing” neighborhoods, these five businesses reflect the heartbeats of our communities. Enjoy these five (of many) heartwarming stories of… Read more
Yelp Cleveland’s Vintage Vault Soirée
This February, Yelp Elites gathered in downtown Cleveland at the Vault (located inside The 9) for an evening full of fun and adventure! Yelp Elites experienced a one-of-a-kind evening at the Vault for handcrafted cocktails and a guided tour of an incredible space. With the rich history behind the Vault, the lore of this space… Read more
Biz Spotlight: International Women’s Air & Space Museum
In honor of Women’s History Month this March, we sat down with Heather Alexander, Executive Director of the International Women’s Air & Space Museum, in Cleveland, Ohio. The mission of the International Women’s Air & Space Museum is to collect, preserve, and showcase the history and culture of women in all areas of aviation &… Read more
Yelp Cleveland’s Curls Night Out at Drybar
This February, Yelp Elites gathered at Drybar for a much needed girls night at the salon. Elites received a personalized blowout and sipped on champagne just in time for Valentine’s Day! Drybar is a high-end salon located in Legacy Village based on the simple concept of focusing on one thing and being the best at… Read more
Yelp Cleveland Recharges with Reset Lounge
This January/February, Yelp Elites gathered at ReSet Lounge for a much needed journey of relaxation. Over the course of of one week, Elites visited this new wellness center in Chagrin Falls to experience the following services: the medical grade massage & compression chair, NuCalm experience, halotherapy salt cabin, and the customizable infrared sauna.ReSet Lounge brings… Read more
Yelp Cleveland’s Badge Day Celebration at Pizzeria Angie’s
This January, Yelp Elites adventured to North Royalton to Pizzeria Angie’s to celebrate their 2020 YES badges! Angie’s Pizza has been a Cleveland original since the 1950’s and the current owners have been customers since they were young adults. They even had their first date in the corner booth! In March of 2019, they purchased… Read more
Yelp’s Top 5 App Hacks for Singles Awareness Day
Valentine’s Day may be sneaking up on Friday, February 14, but did you know Saturday, February 15 is Singles Awareness Day? Well, we’re here for it. Round up your group of closest friends and use these Yelp hacks to customize a fabulous friends night out with your favorite people! Do you have a big group… Read more