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The Most Popular Books Since 2005
According to Booklist from the American Library Association, these are the Top of the List adult fiction winners from 2005–2024. 2005 The March by...
Slick City Has Slides Galore
Maple Grove is home to Minnesota’s first indoor dry-slide and air court park, Slick City, opened by co-owners Mike and Annie Kelly. Its...
Dean Scheidler Embraces His Creative Side
Retired FBI agent turns to his creative side in retirement to begin a photography business. A retired FBI agent from Maple Grove had to laugh when...
Omni Brewing Co. Hosts Local Oktoberfest
Enjoy the tastes of Germany and more at Oktoberfest. In Central Park of Maple Grove, a celebration is brewing. The City of Maple Grove, in...
Your Wedding, Our Pages
Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life—filled with romance, the love of family and friends and, of course, all those wonderful,...
Author Zia McNeal’s Book Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary
Books transport readers to different lifestyles, time periods or, for local author Zia McNeal, across continents. Her novel, Number Eleven, tells a...
Save the Date To Skate at the Central Park Loop
Central Park opens its skating loop for another summer of fun. Are you looking for a fun way to get some exercise this summer? The Central Park...
Dayle Theisen Stars as Sandy in “Grease”
Grease: The first musical that made Dayle Theisen want to do musical theater. So it’s perfectly apropos that the Maple Grove native would one day...
Chalkfest Maple Grove Celebrates 10 Years
Downtown Main Street in Maple Grove was awash in color and creativity on June 7 and 8, thanks to the work of over 50 world-class artists. For a...
Celebrate Juneteenth With the Community
Maple Grove Parks and Recreation hosts a family-friendly event at Town Green. Residents are invited to gather together from 5–9 p.m. on June 19 in...
“Pack Light: A Journey to Find Myself”
In Pack Light: A Journey to Find Myself, author Shilletha Curtis traces her Appalachian Trail thru-hike from Georgia to Maine while facing her...
Plan Mother’s Day With Sweet and Savory Brunch Specialties
This has to rank right up there on the special occasion stress meter: It’s the eve or day of Mother’s Day. Frantic dialing or online booking...
We Can Ride Offers Four-Legged Therapy
Largest and oldest therapeutic riding program in Minnesota connects horses and humans to transform the lives of individuals with disabilities. At We...
Top Tips for Creating a Pollinator-Friendly Yard
Pollinator-friendly yards are easier to achieve than you might think. At one time, the rusty patched bumblebee was a widespread pollinator found...
Pet Primer for Springtime Safety
Keep your animals safe around spring flowers and plants. When the temperatures begin to rise, so can our desire to welcome the beautiful colors of...
Explore Mini-Getaways That Feel Worlds Away
Microcations offer an opportunity to escape the everyday. Sometimes, you just need a break—but your schedule might laugh at the idea of a week-long...
Tails & Ales 2025 Welcomes Pets and Owners Alike
Maple Grove’s pet-friendly event is back for another year. Calling all animal lovers—Maple Grove Parks and Recreation is back with its annual Tails...
The Children’s Theatre Company Is Bringing “Frozen” to the Stage
We speak with ensemble member Sarah Potvin to get a look behind the curtain. Audiences of all ages are invited to enjoy the wonders of winter at the...
A New Artessa Living Project Celebrates the Simple Life
At 78 years old, Lynda Fischer is looking to step back from the upkeep and maintenance that comes with a four-bedroom home and a large wooded lot....
