“This vibrant composition captures the energy of an untamed forest, where bursts of yellow, emerald and cobalt play across the canvas like sunlight...
Arts
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...
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...
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...
Deck the Halls With Handmade by Hammero
Local maker specializes in beautiful handmade crafts. Kate Hammero has been teaching art to students at Wayzata Public Schools’ Kimberly Lane...
Artist Mariah Smith Blends Creativity With Education
Mariah Smith seamlessly merges creativity and entrepreneurial savvy. When Mariah Smith started using oil paints, she hated it. “I tried it in an...
Unified Art in Action at Maple Grove Senior High
An award-winning educator is bringing Special Olympics Minnesota to the classroom. At Maple Grove Senior High School (MGSH), one art class is in...
Super Summer Celebrations in Maple Grove
Add these local festivals to your bucket-list. There’s nothing better than a summertime festival. Come out, meet new members of the community and...
Photographer Debra Bernard Shares Her Wide Lens of Experience
Professional Maple Grove photographer catches cute quirks and expressions. With a sleek, tawny coat and innocent olive-green eyes, 3-year-old Nyla...
A Harmonious Partnership
Pets have been a popular subject in art for centuries, celebrated for their loyalty, companionship and often endearing qualities. Artists in ancient...
Chalkfest Maple Grove Expands for 2024
Drawing artists from places like Mexico, Ukraine and Colombia is the ninth annual Chalkfest Maple Grove, held this year on June 8 and 9. Close to 50...
Make a Spring Wreath From Egg Cartons
Spring is right around the corner, and what better way to welcome the season than with a seasonal craft for the kids. Enjoy this beautiful and...
Written Word: “Outside in the Snow”
Through the door, Outside we go. It will be so much fun To play in the snow. As we walk to the hill Without a care, We shamelessly disturb The...
Jordan Sahly Embraces His Heritage Through Beadwork
Jordan Sahly had barely begun his chapter as a freshman at Yale University when the threat of a global pandemic sent him back home, turning his...
Written Word: “The Fire”
The Fire The fire warms my toes The heat still continually grows The fire warms my tired self The heat creeps up the shelf The fire slowly dies And...
The Importance of an Arts Education
It’s well documented that a good and well-rounded education leads to personal growth, emotional well-being and the development of important life...
Bringing Art to Maple Grove
Being the best you can be is about striving to improve yourself and reach your full potential. It means setting high standards for yourself and...
Chalkfest Returns to Maple Grove
Creativity spills off the page and on to the pavement at Arbor Lakes’ annual art festival. Since 2016, a specific stretch of Maple Grove streets...
