by Ava Diaz | Jul 1, 2020 | Interior Design
Shelly’s Interior Concepts works with clients and their budgets to create the homes of their dreams. Family-owned and female-run for 24 years, Shelly’s Interior Concepts puts personalized finishing touches to any space. Offering full-design service, from color...
by Ava Diaz | Jul 1, 2020 | Gift Guides, Shops
Find unique, handcrafted goods for any occasion at The Woods. Since 1997, The Woods gift shop has filled shoppers’ bags with handcrafted gifts and home décor from a mixture of local and national merchants and artists. While there are lots of items to choose from,...
by Renée Stewart-Hester | Jul 1, 2020 | Education, People
Cory McIntyre, who just completed his first year as superintendent of Osseo Area Schools, shares some insights. Maple Grove prides itself on its educational opportunities, and the community is home to public and private offerings, which are led by a host of dedicated...
by Kay Drache | Jul 1, 2020 | Book Club, Noteworthy
Check out two favorite books for a rainy day of classic reading. Curling up with a children’s classic The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett is my idea of comfort reading—on my own or sharing with children. Ten-year-old Mary Lennox, spoiled and disagreeable, is...
by Renée Stewart-Hester | Jul 1, 2020 | Drinks, Noteworthy, Recipes
Take the easy route with a spicy, sweet cocktail that’s simple to mix. If you’re looking for a refreshing, easy cocktail that is loaded with flavor, this is my go-to sip during the warmer months. It’s especially nice down at the beach or around a campfire, since there...
by Nicole Pierson | Jul 1, 2020 | Education, Noteworthy
Add back-to-school shopping hacks to your list. Back-to-school season will (hopefully) be here before we know it. Rather than feeling frazzled at the last moment, prepare now, so you can spend your last weeks of summer soaking in the fun, rather than trying to...
by Renée Stewart-Hester | Jul 1, 2020 | Photo Contest
Rod Smoliak’s “Taking a Bow at Central Park” placed first in the wildlife/nature category of our Focus on Maple Grove photo contest. Taking a Bow at Central Park placed first in the wildlife/nature category for our annual photo contest. “My wife and...
by Christina Timm | May 1, 2020 | Garden, Noteworthy
Let’s look at options for Thrillers, which are plants that provide height and a bit of thrilling interest. Are you looking to increase the thrill factor in your gardening life? You may have heard of Thriller, Filler, Spiller designs when creating a container garden....
by Lynn McCarthy | May 1, 2020 | Book Club, Garden, Noteworthy
This stunning guide features informative summaries, history, growing instructions and more. Experience the exquisiteness and abundance of peony varieties in Peonies: Beautiful Varieties for Home and Garden, a stunning guide by veteran gardener Jane Eastoe and...
by Editorial Staff | May 1, 2020 | Drinks, Restaurants
Take a sip of some of the best bloody marys in Maple Grove and beyond. A celery rib here, a pickle spear there, a hot pepper over here—for years, this veggie set has been the cornerstone to a good bloody mary. Part of the cocktail game also calls for topping off this...
by Editorial Staff | May 1, 2020 | Outdoors, Shops
We’ve culled a list of items from area retailers (local and across the Metro) that will help keep your day on the water “on an even keel.” If you’ve ever gone on a road trip, even for a day, you know the importance of packing the car with plenty of comfort,...
by Renée Stewart-Hester | May 1, 2020 | Photo Contest
A candid moment captures first place in our Focus on Maple Grove photo contest. Donut Laughs by Shane Stewart of Maple Grove won first place in our People and Families category for our annual photo contest. The photo was taken with a Canon 50D, 18-135mm lens. “My...
by Renée Stewart-Hester | May 1, 2020 | Arts, Book Club
The Writers Studio had its first book published late last year. Who doesn’t love a good group, especially when it’s creative, supportive and publishes its own book? The Writers Studio, which meets from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. each Wednesday (weather permitting) at the Maple...
by Stuart Sudak | May 1, 2020 | Education
A college and career specialist at Maple Grove Senior High has come up with a unique way to recognize students opting out of the traditional four-year college route. Gabriela Sundberg says a four-year degree isn’t for everyone—including her. After graduating from...
by Feroza Mehta | May 1, 2020 | Book Club, Wellness
Kelly Rodenberg was diagnosed in October 2019 with glioblastoma. She chronicled her journey in a humorous and faith-filled book, “There’s Something Going on Upstairs.” “Cancer is a beast of a disease. It runs your energy tank down to well past...
