by Hailey Almsted | Nov 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
Readers: Welcome to our final issue of 2024. This November/December issue is all about food, entertaining and giving back—and we have a lot of exciting stories to tell. Let me start with one of my own. One of my favorite annual family traditions is our cookie-baking...
by Kira Vanderlan | Nov 1, 2024 | Giving Back, Noteworthy
During this season of family gatherings, feasts and presents, we reflect on the past year and are grateful for the many positives we have experienced. This time of year is also one when we can give to those whose needs have not been met. As a professional organizer...
by Hailey Almsted | Nov 1, 2024 | Photo Contest
Debra Bernard captures her pup enjoying a snow day. “This photo was taken right after our April snowstorm that left us with 11 inches of snow,” says lifestyle photographer Debra Bernard. “It was so sunny and warm outside, I had to grab my camera and get a few shots of...
by Meredith Heneghan | Nov 1, 2024 | Drinks, Entertain, Restaurants
Axe throwing has come to town. “Let’s go throw axes in Maple Grove!” That’s a sentence Matt Pohlkamp is hoping to hear more often. Pohlkamp is the owner and CEO of Broadaxe Axe Throwing, nestled inside Maple Grove’s Broadway Bar and Pizza, a fun place for family and...
by Mollee Francisco | Nov 1, 2024 | Arts, Gift Guides, Shops
Local maker specializes in beautiful handmade crafts. Kate Hammero has been teaching art to students at Wayzata Public Schools’ Kimberly Lane Elementary School for nine years, but it wasn’t until COVID-19 that she realized she needed to start making her own art. “I...
by Tia Benson | Nov 1, 2024 | Entertain
All are welcome to join Santa for breakfast and lunch. The Maple Grove Community Organization hosts its annual Breakfast and Lunch with Santa to celebrate the holidays. The event will include the meal, photos with Santa, over a dozen winter-themed games and more. “All...
by Katie Tomsche | Nov 1, 2024 | Entertain, Noteworthy, Recipes
While hosting friends and family for holiday dinners, home cooks often need a go-to nibble to keep hungry guests at bay until the meal is ready for its glorious entrance to the dining table. Especially this time of year, it’s tempting to go the “easier” route and...
by Laurie Stieg | Nov 1, 2024 | Book Club, Entertain, Noteworthy
In this book, you will find practical tips, creative ideas, recipes, thoughtful and interesting stories, etiquette on how to entertain, beside secrets of creating a menu. Each chapter is well-organized, from offering step-by-step instructions on how to be a good host...
by Hailey Almsted | Nov 1, 2024 | Local Makers
Christina Stewart perfects her royal iced sugar cookies. From wedding showers, bachelorette parties and birthdays to Teacher Appreciation Day and sixth grade graduations—Emily Bilski supplies the sweet treats that everyone takes a bite out of. Her go-to is Sweet +...
by Meredith Heneghan | Nov 1, 2024 | Arts
Mariah Smith seamlessly merges creativity and entrepreneurial savvy. When Mariah Smith started using oil paints, she hated it. “I tried it in an unventilated room and got a huge headache. There’s paint thinner that traditional artists use, and I didn’t know you were...
by Emily Gedde | Nov 1, 2024 | Interior Design, Noteworthy
Kitchen trends are always changing. Two-toned cabinets, rustic accents, terracotta tiles and more have remained popular. This year, interior designers are taking note of statement range hoods. We spoke with local expert Angela Warner, talent development manager at...
by Emily Gedde | Nov 1, 2024 | Local Makers, Recipes
Two local bakers know exactly what people need to satisfy a sweet tooth. Featured for their mouthwatering talents, Zia McNeal and Annette Gustafson, both of Maple Grove, share the ingredients to success. Whether it’s blue ribbons at the Minnesota State Fair or being...
by Jennifer Pitterle | Oct 30, 2024 | Giving Back, People
Crystal Anderson, who works for the City of Maple Grove as a recreation supervisor with an emphasis on teenagers and outreach, transformed her dedication to service to a new environment: Cambodia. In January, she combined her passion for service with a new cultural...
by Alexandra Tostrud | Oct 23, 2024 | Community
The City of Maple Grove is making food waste disposal more accessible. Maple Grove residents will be able to recycle organic materials directly from their homes alongside trash and regular recycling beginning January 6, 2025. The mandatory fee from garbage haulers...
by Madeline Kopiecki | Oct 1, 2024 | Photo Contest
Explore the winning photos from our Focus on Maple Grove photo contest. This summer, we asked local residents to scroll down their digital files or flip through their film—whatever it took to find their favorite shots of the Maple Grove community. From scenic...
