Grant Lavrenz Talks About the Fine Art of Cocktails
The Maple Grove mixologist explores how to mix and match cocktails this holiday season. Grant Lavrenz describes himself as “the world’s okayest...
Opportunity Knocks for Jason DeRusha
Media personality Jason DeRusha discusses taking on new challenges and expanding his audience. Jason DeRusha laughs as he recalls how clear his...
Books and Bows for the Holiday Season
Open up a world of experiential gifting, learning and living. Make gift giving easier this season by leaning into a specialty theme or carefully...
Backyard Visitor
“I took this photo in my backyard this past winter,” says Debra Bernard. “It was during a pretty big snowfall, and this beautiful pheasant was just...
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Noteworthy
“The Anti-Social Season”
This cute romance novel by Adele Buck is a fun read for the holiday season and provides a good look into our social media world. Additionally, one...
The Gift That Keeps on Giving
In the early 1920s, Victor-Radio (later renamed RCA Victor-Radio) introduced the snappy phrase, “The gift that keeps on giving,” in an ad campaign,...
A Spiritual Connection
“Painted entirely by emotion, mostly frustration, I smeared acrylic paint, and I wet down my canvas in an angry fashion. I worked quickly,” says...
Passion and Purpose With Angelica Cantanti Youth Choirs
For Olivia Rocha, an 11th grader at Maple Grove Senior High School, stepping on to the stage with youth choir Angelica Cantant...
Events
Holiday Craft Boutique
Come join the Maple Grove Lions and 65 different vendors for our Annual Holiday Craft Fair. We are brought to you by the Maple Grove Seniors Craft...
Motz Studios Forest Bathing Experiences
Experience an ancient wellness practice being rediscovered anew in the 21st century. Join us on an immersive, meditative and awe-inspiring Japanese...
Nerf Blaster Battle
This is a family event for all ages. Come for the demonstration and stay for the kids vs. adults game. Donations for Toys for Tots will be collected...
Holiday Walk in The Woods
Join us for a fun family day to kick off the holiday season at The Woods Gifts. Visit with Santa Claus and his reindeer, participate in free...
Breakfast with Santa
Yummy breakfast, play games and visit with Santa. $5 per Adult $5 per Child 2 and over $2 per Child under 2 Breakfast is served by the Maple Grove...
In This Issue
Welcome to the November/December 2025 Issue
The months of November and December are all about celebrating—from sharing gratitude to ringing in the New Year, there’s so much to be thankful for. This season, I’m particularly thankful for you,...
Illume Warehouse Sale
Discover a new scent, or shop current favorites at this annual event. Maple Grove-based Illume is hosting its annual Warehouse Sale on November 7 and 8 at 10501 Elm Creek Blvd. N. The event includes...
“The Anti-Social Season”
This cute romance novel by Adele Buck is a fun read for the holiday season and provides a good look into our social media world. Additionally, one of the main characters is a librarian, so naturally...
The Gift That Keeps on Giving
In the early 1920s, Victor-Radio (later renamed RCA Victor-Radio) introduced the snappy phrase, “The gift that keeps on giving,” in an ad campaign, promoting its latest radio. A few years later,...
Let’s Dish and Its Conveniently Delicious Options
Let’s Dish celebrates two decades and expands its ready-to-bake options. When the holiday season kicks into high gear, the heat is on—especially in the kitchen. Meal preparation can feel like it’s...
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