by Katie Timcho and Amy Sundet | Jun 1, 2022 | Book Club, Noteworthy
Is it really a Minnesota summer if you don’t pick up a few beach reads? We have curated a list of some must-read books to fill your beach bag with all summer! Beach Read by Emily Henry The aptly titled Beach Read is the epitome of a perfect beach read! This novel...
by Ava Diaz | Jun 1, 2022 | Local Makers, Recipes
Blogger creates recipe book to help cook your way toward better health. “What you eat can impact your overall health,” says Emily Maxson, a Plymouth food blogger and the author of Emily’s Fresh Kitchen Cookbook. Transforming her love for tasty food into a passion for...
by Hollie Blanchard | Jun 1, 2022 | Arts, Noteworthy
There can be an unconditional bond when it comes to our pets. For centuries, dogs have been coined “man’s best friend” as the bonds of unfailing love, devotion and loyal companionship deepen with time. When I saw the life with which artist Karin Jacobs captures...
by Madeline Kopiecki | Apr 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
Clarence is my 4-year-old, all black cat with one white armpit. He has a penchant for windowsills when his favorite perch, a supine human chest, isn’t available. For attention, Clarence stretches onto his hind legs and raises a lone operatic paw toward the ceiling. In...
by Staci Perry Mergenthal | Apr 1, 2022 | Drinks, Entertain
Getting to know crémant, the sparkling wine made the Champagne way. Popping the cork on a bottle of bubbly can fill a room with celebratory spirits. As we move into brunch season and springtime celebrations, let’s take a closer look at a Champagne’s lesser-known...
by The Art Girls | Apr 1, 2022 | Arts, Noteworthy
“There’s no place like home,” proclaims Dorothy Gale in The Wizard of Oz. Our homes are the foundation of all of our hopes and dreams while also very real places that exude a warmth created by the people that inhabit the space. They are a reflection of our hearts, our...
by Kira Vanderlan | Apr 1, 2022 | Home, Noteworthy
Whether it’s pairing down the closet or tidying up the playroom, home organizing is a to-do we all have to, well, do. “I just don’t know where to start,” is a sentiment I hear frequently. In these instances, I like to offer up the straightforward HOME: H: To...
by Emily Deutscher | Apr 1, 2022 | Arts
For local artists and art-lovers alike, Plymouth’s Primavera festival has offered a chance for the community to come together and enjoy a wide variety of artistic works, from mixed-media sculptures to traditional watercolor paintings. This year, Primavera celebrates...
by Madeline Kopiecki | Apr 1, 2022 | Photo Contest
A golden opportunity for a winning photograph. “The photo is composed around the strong diagonal formed by the stepping stones. The stones invite the viewer to cross the creek and continue on toward the sunset. I like how the golden hour light and the slightly skewed...
by Ava Diaz | Apr 1, 2022 | People
Salon owner turns her passions into a lifestyle. For Plymouth salon owner Jude Cady, horses are her muse. As a professional horse jockey in her early years, her life has been fueled by her passions. To launch her unconventional career, this Minneapolis native moved to...
by Katie Timcho and Amy Sundet | Apr 1, 2022 | Book Club, Noteworthy
Reading offers catharsis for some of the most difficult situations in life. A well-told story can alleviate our own troubles by offering catharsis through crisis. This month’s reading list doesn’t shy away from torrents of emotion, but you’ll find those springtime...
by John F. Farrell III | Apr 1, 2022 | Drinks, Noteworthy
The month of May is a very special time here in Minnesota. Memorial weekend is the official kick off of bootleg season! Bootlegs are Minnesota’s twist on a mint julep by way of a mojito. Whether you’re looking for something to sip on during the Kentucky Derby or...
by Renée Stewart-Hester | Apr 1, 2022 | Entertain, Outdoors, Weddings
Resident redesigned her career to create Rustic Elegance. Over the course of nearly a decade, Kellie Heinen has assisted with more than 800 weddings. While some of us might blanch at the thought, this Plymouth resident relishes the opportunity to be a part of the...
by Madeline Kopiecki | Apr 1, 2022 | Pets
Plymouth pet rescue champions local pets. When French bulldog Hank first arrived at Maple Grove’s Pets Under Police Security (PUPS) animal holding facility, the staff immediately knew there was something wrong. “When we were alerted of his status there, [PUPS staff]...
by Dan Amundson | Apr 1, 2022 | Education, Garden
Early spring gardening tips from Master Gardener Michelle Ugurlu. The trees are starting to bud, and warmer temps are on the horizon. Spring is here, and for those who sport a green thumb, the best time of year has begun. Now is the time to start preparing for the...
