Dan McAvey teaches several classes and serves as the adult education director and member of the Board of Directors at the Maple Grove Arts Center....
Arts
Maple Grove Days, Arbor Lakes Art Fair Highlight Eventful Summer
Create summer memories at Maple Grove Days and the Arbor Lakes Art Fair. Whether you’re looking for something to do with family or a fun outing with...
Town Green Sounds of Summer Brings Music and Movies to Maple Grove
Band together for music and films under the stars. This amazing free community event needs little introduction. It’s time again, thankfully, for the...
ChalkFest Fills Arbor Lakes with Art in Action
Community is awash in art during the festival. Curated from passionate art goers, Chalkfest at Arbor Lakes, presented by Minneapolis Northwest...
Summer Camps in Maple Grove to Keep the Kids Busy Over Break
Check out summer camp options. The question perplexes most parents as summer rolls around: How will I keep the kids busy? Thankfully, we have...
Artsy Activities to Entertain Kids Over Summer Break
Get artsy over summer break. The countdown is on—summer break is weeks away, and if you need some creative ideas for kids, the Maple Grove Arts...
Planning the Perfect Mother’s Day in Maple Grove
Take Mother’s Day one step at a time. This year, make a date with your grandma, mother, mother-in-law, a special friend, yourself and the kids for a...
Maple Grove Artist’s Portrait Challenge Becomes Gallery Exhibition
Illustrator Sydney Lindgren tackles an artistic challenge. It started as a personal dare and ended up a gallery show. When Maple Grove...
Local Actress Takes the Stage in Children’s Theatre Company’s ‘Matilda the Musical’
Julia Humphrey performs in children’s musical. Beginning this month, don’t miss a chance to see Julia Humphrey, a Maple Grove native, debut with the...
Local Craftswoman Proves Woodworking Isn’t Just for Men
She’s “saving the world one recycled piece of wood at a time.” Woodworker Erika Jarnes lugs a giant tool bag filled with her trusty nail gun,...
Plastic Bags Become Art at Maple Grove Arts Center’s Green Show
Reuse + Recycle = Art Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but sometimes it’s in the hands of the creator. Visit the Maple Grove Arts Center...
Keeping the Norwegian Art of Rosemaling Alive
Traditional folk art finds expression in the hands of local man. Living among the influence of Minnesota’s Scandinavian heritage, we hear about...
See the Living Stations of the Cross at St. Joseph the Worker
Longtime tradition continues with two performances. For more than 40 years, St. Joseph the Worker has played host to a Living Stations of the Cross...
It’s Hip to be Square (Dancing)
Dancing club offers opportunities, memories for all ages. Tell people you’re going to a Single Circles gathering, and they might think you’re headed...
Explore Art from Around the U.S. at Maple Grove Arts Center
Arts & Harmony runs February 22-March 28. If someone in your life fumbled while planning a Valentine’s Day outing, take note! The Maple Grove...
Knit One, Purl Two
Having a passion brings a community together. Tucked away in an office park off Weaver Lake Road and Zachary Lane is one of Maple Grove’s...
Local Band Living Out Their Own Rock Star Dreams
The Pitch Fever Band, led by Mike Geronsin, offers adult musicians the chance to live out their dreams of playing onstage. A musician saying they...
Maple Grove Art Classes for Kids
Local classes inspire young artists. What child couldn’t use a little free time to play around and get messy? In the evermore structured lives of...
Maple Grove Arts Center is a Gem
Arts Center founder Lorrie Link is recognized by TOSCA. In just three years, the Maple Grove Arts Center has established itself as a model...
Comedian Scott Hansen Balances Family and Fame
He also calls Maple Grove home. Scott Hansen pulled up to El Rodeo’s in a brand new truck. As the manager of the local Mexican restaurant approached...
