A festive holiday photo shoot raises funds for a local nonprofit. Steffany Fleming describes Inspire & Flourish as a sometimes lesser-known part...
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Earn the Bird at the Maple Grove Turkey Trot
Before the turkey goes in the oven on Thanksgiving, hundreds of Maple Grove residents are starting their morning with a different type of holiday...
Skate It Forward and OMGHA Grows the Game of Hockey
OMGHA partners with the Minnesota Wild to bring hockey to hundreds. That first time on the ice is intimidating. Ankles are wobbly; footing is...
“Glowing in the Grove” Brings Holiday Cheer to the Community
An annual holiday light display is shining bright in Maple Grove. From Thanksgiving to Christmas, a magical transformation takes place. Homes and...
Home for the Holidays
By mid-December, kids today count down the days until winter break, anticipating holiday time with family and friends at home. In the mid-1900s,...
Snowboarder Kole Krier Finds Confidence on the Slopes
A local athlete shares his international aspirations. In a sport that’s all about confidence and improving skills, Kole Krier has the perfect...
Let it Snow
Like many dog owners, photographer Jennifer Nguyen estimates that 99 percent of her camera roll features photos of her dog, Magnus. “I love seeing...
Local Talent Takes to the Stage for CTC’s “Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas!”
Children’s Theatre Company brings Dr. Seuss’s beloved holiday classic back to the stage. Rehearsals are underway at the Children’s Theatre Company...
Focus on Maple Grove 2026 Winners
Discover new perspectives of the place we call home. The Focus on Maple Grove photo contest is an annual invitation to share your snapshots of life...
Focus on Maple Grove 2026 Open for Readers’ Choice Voting
When you look through your photo files, what do you see? Whether it’s a candid moment, an iconic area landmark, a brush with nature or something in...
Behind the Curtain With Taylor Sieve
Take a backstage look at the career of a dancer with local roots. So You Think You Can Dance (SYTYCD) season 14 gave Maple Grove native Taylor Sieve...
Meet Three Students Shaping Their Community for the Better
The future is bright for the Class of 2027. From academic achievements to creative pursuits, Maple Grove’s seniors have spent their high school...
Eyes Over Elm
“This photo is one of my favorite photos that I have captured,” Shawn Reich says. “I don’t see too many owls around, so to photograph one during the...
Hairball Returns to Headline Rock’n the Grove
The Maple Grove Lions is gearing up for another high-octane night of ’80s classics with its annual Rock’n the Grove concert on September 19. Central...
Mimi’s Cooking Classes Share Global Flavors
Chef Mimi shares her passion for cooking through teaching. Cooking classes can be intimidating—especially if they include new or different cuisine....
Past Meets Present at Maple Grove’s Historic Cemeteries
A team of Maple Grove Historical Preservation Society members has begun an aerial data collection project that uses remote sensing devices and...
Discover Your Best of Maple Grove 2026 Winners
Let’s Learn Mahjong! Brings the Community Together
Mah Jongg is taking our community by storm. Lisa‑Marie Stienessen describes the pre-Mah Jongg atmosphere as nervous anticipation. As her students...
Barbara Meyer Creates Soaring Works of Art
The process begins much the same as any other sewing project. Barbara Meyer has the shape and design in mind, and she translates her sketch into a...
Our Editor Embarks on a Curated Tour About Town
The assignment was simple: Share your favorite places and things to do in the local community. Maple Grove Magazine Editorial Advisory Board members...
