by Madeline Kopiecki | Feb 1, 2024 | Book Club, Noteworthy
We’re excited to announce that The Book Haters’ Book Club by Gretchen Anthony is the book selection for Plymouth READS 2024. “It’s going to be a big deal,” says Plymouth READS chair LuAnn Svendsen. “She doesn’t just live in Minnesota. She lives here,” Svendsen says....
by Madeline Kopiecki | Feb 1, 2024 | Photo Contest
A sneaky shot creates a new memory. “Ever since I had kids, I learned very quickly that I have very little control over their willingness to participate in my photography shenanigans. I’ve had to practice being in the right place at the right time. This photo is an...
by Kristie Smith | Feb 1, 2024 | Gift Guides, Local Makers
Cottage baker Zhinus Vafai offers up a cupcake basket tutorial for this Valentine’s Day. From the fluttering of a fan to the twirling of a parasol, Victorian society reveled in ways of expression that went far beyond words. According to The Old Farmer’s Almanac,...
by Madeline Kopiecki | Dec 1, 2023 | Uncategorized
Welcome to December, Plymouth Magazine readers! In celebration of the season, you’ll find stories that center around entertaining, philanthropy and wellness throughout these pages. Our first winter issue straddles the line between 2023 and 2024, with all the holidays...
by Emily Maxson | Dec 1, 2023 | Drinks, Noteworthy, Recipes
Pomegranate Ginger Fizz is a festive cocktail that’s fun to serve during the holidays. The pomegranate juice gives it a pretty color and adds a nice dose of antioxidants, too. The honey ginger syrup provides just the right amount of sweetness with a mild ginger...
by Madeline Kopiecki | Dec 1, 2023 | Photo Contest
Photographer’s curiosity reveals an aerial Etch A Sketch. “I was curious what the fish houses looked like from the air. The sun was setting, and it was about 5 [degrees] F outside, so I figured I’d just take a few pictures and get back to the warm car. But when I saw...
by Mollee Francisco | Dec 1, 2023 | Entertain, People, Sports, Weddings
DJ brings the party and the passion. For Nicholas Dircz, there is perhaps no more powerful force on Earth than music. It can bring people together, evoke feelings of nostalgia and even help win basketball games. To prove that point, Dircz is the proud owner of four...
by Madeline Kopiecki | Dec 1, 2023 | Entertain, Interior Design
Local event planner shares some ideas for designing your own New Year’s Eve party. Cassie Hendrickson knows how to make an impression. The micro-event planner initially gained a reputation for her intricately executed balloon garlands, but the party was just getting...
by douglas-broman | Dec 1, 2023 | Noteworthy, Wellness
Healing comes in many forms, which is why we’re pleased to introduce a new voice in this column. Douglas Broman, founder of Broman Chiropractic & Wellness Center, shares some tips on how to mitigate stress during the holiday season. Social events, the busyness of...
by Katie Timcho and Amy Sundet | Dec 1, 2023 | Book Club, Gift Guides, Noteworthy
The season of giving is upon us, so let us help you find something for all of the readers in your life. General Fiction The Celebrants by Steven Rowley Signal Fires by Dani Shapiro Bad Summer People by Emma Rosenblum The Vibrant Years by Sonali Dev Pineapple Street by...
by Rachel Schuehle | Dec 1, 2023 | Giving Back, People, Pets, Wellness
Nonprofit closes in on providing 900 assistance dogs for those in need. They say a dog is man’s best friend, but for Abby Peterson, having a dog is lifesaving. When the Plymouth resident was first diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in 2013, she managed with routine finger...
by Emily Maxson | Dec 1, 2023 | Entertain, Ingredients, Noteworthy, Recipes
When I’m entertaining, I like having something ready for guests to nibble on when they arrive. These rosemary cashews are easy to throw together and are guaranteed to elevate a cocktail hour or afternoon snack. They are sweet and salty with a subtle kick of heat....
by Madeline Kopiecki | Dec 1, 2023 | Sports
The Plymouth Ice Center offers ways to skate and spectate year-round. Built in 1997, the Plymouth Ice Center—or to those in the know, “the PIC”—is a hub for skaters of all skill levels. “There are many things I enjoy about the ice center, but the most is the community...
by Mollee Francisco | Dec 1, 2023 | Landscape, People
Plymouth family flips a switch on its annual Christmas display. For more than two decades, Tim and Cathy Fischer have been celebrating the reason for the season by sharing their love of Christmas and Christmas lights with the Plymouth community. Each December, the...
by Mollee Francisco | Dec 1, 2023 | Ingredients, Local Makers, Recipes, Wellness
How to get the most out of your granola. Granola has long been a word associated with health food, but what are the actual health benefits of granola, and how can you maximize them to start your day off right? Maria Sharperson and Allie Spadaro started selling bags of...
