by Editorial Staff | Sep 1, 2020 | Outdoors, Travel
Head to Apple Jack Orchards for a fun-filled, activity-packed day. Looking to get your family out for a quick ride into the fresh, fall air? A day trip to Delano may be just what you need. Apple Jack Orchards has you covered with activities, apple picking and more....
by Hailey Almsted and Renée Stewart-Hester | Sep 1, 2020 | Local Makers, Recipes
Don’t postpone eating or drinking your Minnesota State Fair favorites. Make no mistake, millions of Minnesotans, who are committed to the annual late summer pilgrimage to St. Paul (technically Falcon Heights), love the Minnesota State Fair—right down to the last deep...
by Nicole Pierson | Sep 1, 2020 | Noteworthy, Recipes
These Halloween ideas are short on time and long on creating fun. Halloween may be several weeks away, but it’s never too early to start gathering up ideas for pre-Halloween and day-of parties. Consider a little spooky food fun to surprise a loved one, kids or even...
by Rose Ryan | Sep 1, 2020 | Book Club, Education, Noteworthy
Online learning help is at the ready, thanks to your local library. Libraries aren’t just offering page turners, they can be go-to spots for online assistance of many sorts. With this year’s particular spotlight on online and distance learning, take a look at what is...
by Renée Stewart-Hester | Sep 1, 2020 | Photo Contest
Greg Schaeffer’s photograph took first place in the city landmarks category of our Focus on Maple Grove photo contest. “I love to take photos of my kids on the big shiny metal slide at Maple Grove Central Park, which pulls triple-duty—it serves as a reflector to...
by Renée Stewart-Hester | Jul 1, 2020 | Arts, Noteworthy
Let’s round up some favorite podcasts for inspired listening. I listen to a lot of podcasts, probably more than your average listener. I tend to stick to the topics that interest me—stories, theatrics, design and science. I’m hesitant to label any of my favorites as...
by Ava Diaz | Jul 1, 2020 | History, Wellness
Maple Grove Hospital celebrates 10 years of serving the community. A Decade in Review Over 2.8 million lab tests have been conducted since the hospital opened. Over 350,000 imaging tests have been performed over that period. In the last year alone, more than 44,000...
by Renée Stewart-Hester | Jul 1, 2020 | Local Makers
@cookingwithdfg’s posts offer 12 months of meals. You’ve seen him here before. Dan Greer was profiled in Maple Grove Magazine (March 2019) for his homebased cooking exploits, which can be viewed on YouTube and social media sites. In a later issue (November...
by Ava Diaz | Jul 1, 2020 | Pets
Say goodbye to Fido and Spot—in name only. Finding the perfect name for your puppy can be tough. Mary R. Burch, Ph. D., certified animal behaviorist and family dog director at the American Kennel Club, shares what to consider when choosing a name for your new canine...
by Editorial Staff | Jul 1, 2020 | Best of Maple Grove, Restaurants
We took a look at what people are saying on Facebook about some of this year’s finalists and winners in the Food and Dining category. Voters tipped their dining hats to several area restaurants, and we took a look at what people are saying on Facebook about some of...
by Renée Stewart-Hester | Jul 1, 2020 | Best of Maple Grove, Pets
If you haven’t “met” him already, Stuntman Mike (@stuntman.mikey) is the perfect pooch to follow on Instagram. He’s got quite a following. But if you follow him, he likely won’t follow you back. When a big personality collides with interminable...
by Renée Stewart-Hester | Jul 1, 2020 | Giving Back
Maple Grove resident Melissa Swoverland and her daughter Madi have hosted sleepovers for three years benefiting Interfaith Outreach and Community Partners. Having friends and family scattered over the floor and draped on couches can be a fun sleepover idea, but Maple...
by Christina Timm | Jul 1, 2020 | Garden, Noteworthy
Go red, white and blue for a patriotic hue. If you want to create the best Fourth of July show in your garden, consider these design tips. With any new container, use the thriller (catches the eye), filler (adds depth) and spiller (drapes over the container) method....
by Renée Stewart-Hester | Jul 1, 2020 | Giving Back, Shops, Style
The Do Good, Feel Good, Look Good fashion show fundraiser was called off due to COVID-19 restrictions. This year, the Do Good, Feel Good, Look Good fashion show and fundraiser was slated to be held at Rock Elm Tavern in Maple Grove to benefit St. Paul’s Hart House,...
by Editorial Staff | Jul 1, 2020 | Best of Maple Grove
Presenting your picks for community favorites serving Maple Grove. Best Patio Dining The Highlander Restaurant at Rush Creek Golf Club Runners-up: The Lookout Bar & Grill, Malone’s Bar & Grill Best Restaurant Malone’s Bar & Grill...
