Welcome to our outdoor living, pets and travel issue, dear Readers. As I put this issue together in the depths of winter, I found myself longing for...
May 2025
Rainy Lake Pup
Maple Grove photographer Debra Bernard recalls capturing this photo of her dog, Nyla, one afternoon while at Voyageurs National Park. “I was...
“Pack Light: A Journey to Find Myself”
In Pack Light: A Journey to Find Myself, author Shilletha Curtis traces her Appalachian Trail thru-hike from Georgia to Maine while facing her...
Spring into Outdoor Style
It’s that time of year again when we can bask in the great outdoors, and our wardrobes must reflect this seasonal change. We’re excited to share...
Spring Brings Fresh Décor Ideas With Mama’s Happy
Breathe new life into your indoor and outdoor spaces. Changing seasons naturally bring a sense of renewal, often seen in how we design and decorate...
Whip Up a Delicious Egg Bake for Father’s Day
With Father’s Day on June 15, we got to thinking: Mothers aren’t the only ones who deserve breakfast in bed or a lovely at-home brunch. While egg...
Plan Mother’s Day With Sweet and Savory Brunch Specialties
This has to rank right up there on the special occasion stress meter: It’s the eve or day of Mother’s Day. Frantic dialing or online booking...
We Can Ride Offers Four-Legged Therapy
Largest and oldest therapeutic riding program in Minnesota connects horses and humans to transform the lives of individuals with disabilities. At We...
Top Tips for Creating a Pollinator-Friendly Yard
Pollinator-friendly yards are easier to achieve than you might think. At one time, the rusty patched bumblebee was a widespread pollinator found...
Pet Primer for Springtime Safety
Keep your animals safe around spring flowers and plants. When the temperatures begin to rise, so can our desire to welcome the beautiful colors of...
Tails & Ales 2025 Welcomes Pets and Owners Alike
Maple Grove’s pet-friendly event is back for another year. Calling all animal lovers—Maple Grove Parks and Recreation is back with its annual Tails...
Explore Mini-Getaways That Feel Worlds Away
Microcations offer an opportunity to escape the everyday. Sometimes, you just need a break—but your schedule might laugh at the idea of a week-long...
Your Wedding, Our Pages
Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life—filled with romance, the love of family and friends and, of course, all those wonderful,...
