by Madeline Kopiecki | Apr 1, 2025 | Photo Contest
Birding at Millennium Garden leads to a picturesque shot. “I heard the sound of the indigo bunting while I was birding in the Millennium Garden, so I waited for a while because the majority of the time it was fairly high in a nearby tree,” photographer Jan Speak says....
by Katie Tomsche | Apr 1, 2025 | Drinks, Noteworthy, Recipes
Lillet (pronounced lil-lay) is an aperitif wine made with Bordeaux grapes and citrus liqueurs, and if you haven’t tried it, you’re in for a treat. It’s mellow and smooth with hints of honey and herbs—perfect in a refreshing, low-ABV spring or summer spritz. Lillet...
by Madeline Kopiecki | Apr 1, 2025 | Local Makers, Recipes
Celebrate happy news and springtime holidays with delicious brunch recipes. With the sun rising earlier and the flowers beginning to bloom, there’s no better time to gather with friends and family to celebrate special moments, whether baby or bridal showers, Mother’s...
by Meredith Heneghan and Madeline Kopiecki | Apr 1, 2025 | Build, Landscape, Renovate
Plymouth landscape-design-build company details how to build a backyard paradise. Going into this pool design project for the Artisan Homes Tour, Mark Hauri says the client had a vision in mind and the furniture already picked out. What was needed next was someone to...
by Douglas Broman | Apr 1, 2025 | Noteworthy, Pets, Wellness
Walking your four-legged friend around town is a great form of exercise, but it can also open you up to injury if you don’t recooperate your muscles properly. Taking five minutes after a walk can make all the difference in avoiding injuries and maintaining...
by Madeline Kopiecki | Apr 1, 2025 | Arts
Primavera celebrates local and regional artists. The Plymouth Arts Council, in partnership with the City of Plymouth, is bringing back the beloved three-day art exhibit to the Plymouth Community Center. Visitors can enjoy original artwork by creatives in various...
by Jennifer Pitterle | Apr 1, 2025 | Education, Giving Back, Outdoors
The Minnesota Dragonfly Society works to understand and protect our Odonata neighbors. Headquartered in Plymouth, a unique research and conservation organization is working to uncover the quirks and ecological impact of a captivating order of insects. Founded over a...
by Editorial Staff | Mar 1, 2025 | Best of Plymouth
We invited readers to vote for the best Plymouth has to offer throughout January in our annual readers’ poll. The poll is now closed, and we’re excited to announce your finalists (listed in alphabetical order) for Best of Plymouth 2025. Winners will be announced in...
by Madeline Kopiecki | Feb 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
During the planning process for Plymouth Magazine’s inaugural wedding issue, I couldn’t help but be reminded of the wedding I attended this past August. My college friends were tying the knot in Door County, Wisconsin, making the event my first destination wedding....
by Renée Stewart-Hester | Feb 1, 2025 | Entertain, Travel, Weddings
Event planner gives an inside look into organizing the perfect destination wedding. As Denae Brennan notes, hiring a full-service planner is “an investment in peace of mind.” Brennan of Denae Brennan Events understands how to navigate all types of wedding venues—from...
by Katie Timcho and Amy Sundet | Feb 1, 2025 | Book Club, Noteworthy
Whether you are part of the bridal party or just a guest, weddings can bring out the best in everyone. There’s something magical about being surrounded by so much love and hope for the couple’s bright future. These books will keep you in the wedding spirit. Love &...
by Madeline Kopiecki and Renée Stewart-Hester | Feb 1, 2025 | Entertain, Travel, Weddings
Wedding planning entails its fair share of contingency plans for all the “What ifs?” Will the weather impact an outdoor ceremony? If a vendor fails to show up, what’s next? And on the list goes on. Factor in a destination wedding, and you might consider packing up...
by Mollee Francisco | Feb 1, 2025 | Entertain, Shops, Style, Weddings
Discover how florals are becoming the life of the (wedding) party. From dahlias and delphinium to lilacs and lilies to ranunculus and roses, there is a seemingly endless array of options when it comes to wedding flowers, and the trends are ever-changing. For those...
by Renée Stewart-Hester | Feb 1, 2025 | Entertain, Weddings
Preparation is key when it comes to marking a child’s marriage milestone. The wedding. While we all know who the stars of this show are, there are some supporting characters who also have to-do lists and reams of reminders before the main event. Enter: The Parents. If...
by Madeline Kopiecki | Feb 1, 2025 | Photo Contest
A morning coffee run turns into a stunning photo op. Brian Hartman was driving down the road past Parkers Lake on a bright January morning when he spotted a sundog over the water. “I’ve never seen one so bright like that before, and I knew that if I pulled over, I...
