by Madeline Kopiecki | Feb 1, 2025 | Outdoors, Sports
Explore Clifton E. French Regional Park in new ways this February. Three Rivers Park District’s Outdoor Recreation School is offering opportunities to explore uniquely wintertime activities this season. “Our goal is definitely to get people—the beginner, the...
by Editorial Staff | Feb 1, 2025 | Weddings
From cityscapes to country roads, here’s a look at the details behind two special days. The celebration of love, unity and the start of a new chapter in life—weddings bring together family, friends and cherished traditions while creating new memories to last a...
by Grant Whittaker | Feb 1, 2025 | Noteworthy, Style, Weddings
As wedding season approaches, the question of what to wear as a guest becomes paramount. Whether you’re attending a black-tie affair or a casual beach wedding, understanding the latest trends and dress codes can help you make a stylish and appropriate choice. By...
by Emily Maxson | Feb 1, 2025 | Gift Guides, Noteworthy, Recipes
Nothing says Valentine’s Day like chocolate, and gifting healthier Homemade Chocolate Bars is the perfect way to let your loved ones know how special they are to you. These are fun to make because you can customize them with the type of chocolate you like and any...
by Editorial Staff | Feb 1, 2025 | Entertain, Local Makers, Weddings
Cottage bakers and resident makers are charting new territory when it comes to wedding treats. The topography of the reception dessert table is evolving. The tiered white wedding cake is no longer a given, and it’s ceding space to more varied terrain. Whether you want...
by Madeline Kopiecki | Feb 1, 2025 | Weddings
“Better Together” was the theme for Matt and Sarah Slick’s nuptials. On a beautiful summer day at Gull Lake’s historic Grand View Lodge in Nisswa, Matt and Sarah (née Gutknecht) Slick shared their first look when Sarah descended the stairs to the...
by Daniel Huss and Renée Stewart-Hester | Feb 1, 2025 | Noteworthy, Pets, Weddings
One isn’t surprised to see a best man at a wedding, but don’t forget about including a good boy! (or girl). Since 2018, Doggy Social helps wedding couples include their favorite family members—their dogs—in some or all the events of the day. Wedding days are full of...
by Madeline Kopiecki | Dec 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
If there’s one word to describe my family’s Christmas cookie traditions, it’s “putzy.” The chocolate coated haystacks of chow mein noodles? Putzy. The cornflake wreaths with green marshmallow fluff and cinnamon candy ornaments? Putzy. The disks of dough that chill in...
by Mollee Francisco | Dec 1, 2024 | Entertain, Recipes
Lunds & Byerlys’ Katie Tomsche shares some of her favorite holiday cookie recipes. On a worn and yellowing piece of paper lies the recipe for Katie Tomsche’s great grandmother’s Christmas Cookie Cutouts. “We make them every single year,” Tomsche says. While...
by Mollee Francisco | Dec 1, 2024 | Education, Wellness
The team behind Harmoni Wellness discusses the transitional period before menopause. For many women entering their perimenopausal years, it can feel like their body has gone haywire. From loss of libido and anxiety to memory problems and vertigo, there are a host of...
by Emily Maxson | Dec 1, 2024 | Noteworthy, Recipes
This Roasted Grape and Burrata Salad is delicious and has a festive flair. The roasted grapes are dark, warm and sweet, pairing well with the creamy burrata and peppery arugula. The toasted walnuts add an earthy crunch and balance out the other flavors. I love to...
by Grant Whittaker | Dec 1, 2024 | Noteworthy, Style
Building a holiday ensemble goes well beyond color palette. As you assemble, consider your desired effect. How different textures compliment or contrast will enhance the overall impact. Luxe Look Velvet’s rich sheen brings an element of elegance to the table....
by Editorial Staff | Dec 1, 2024 | Giving Back
Firefly Sisterhood held its second annual Celebrate the Sisterhood event last spring at Rock Elm Tavern. Being diagnosed with breast cancer can shake your world, but 16 women showed how to bravely step forward with grace, strength and hope after diagnosis. This group...
by Madeline Kopiecki | Dec 1, 2024 | Entertain, Interior Design
A local event planner shares her tips for creating a festive tablescape. Callie Cecka doesn’t do things halfway. When she was put in charge of her best friend’s baby shower, she invested thousands of dollars on the décor. When she got the idea to repurpose that décor...
by Madeline Kopiecki | Dec 1, 2024 | Arts
Romeo and Juliet is on the docket for the winter season. When the house lights dim and the curtain rises at Wayzata High School’s (WHS) Black Box stage on January 16, it will be a moment that has been months in the making. WHS’ theater department has been hard at work...
