In Melanie Heuiser Hill’s The Giant Pumpkin Suite, Rose and Thomas are 12-year-old twins, who are very different from one another. Rose is a gifted...
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Two Young Actors Share a Role in Chanhassen Dinner Theatres’ Newsies
In the musical Newsies, now playing at Chanhassen Dinner Theaters (CDT), Les Jacobs is an almost 10-year-old boy, whose older brother, David, and...
Ruby Miller: Steppin’ Up
A local teen dances to her future. Ruby Miller, 15, has been Irish dancing for eight years, and her love for the sport continues to grow. She began...
Women Lace Up and Hit the Trails in Search of Fitness and Camaraderie
Sometimes, we need a little help from our friends to go the extra mile. “A few years ago, my friend in Buffalo did a 5K and said she runs with her...
Local Walk and Ride Groups
Groups go the distance to bring friendship and fitness together. Sometimes we just need a little nudge—a tiny bit of inspiration to get us up and...
Take an Inside Look into the Lives of Some Folks in the Hamel Rodeo
Every July, something incredible takes place that gathers folks from all over the Midwest—the Hamel Rodeo & Bull Ridin’ Bonanza. The hustle and...
A Unique Service Provides Trusted Care for Newborns and Infants
Former Maple Grove resident Ellen Roeser, mother of three children and grandmother of two grandchildren, watched the struggles of her oldest...
Cross Community Players Raise the Curtain on a Classic
The Cross Community Players (CCP) is bringing a production of The Pirates of Penzance to Osseo Senior High. One of Gilbert and Sullivan’s best-loved...
Seeing Clearly
At Pearle Vision in Maple Grove, work is a family affair. Jim Hawley serves as CEO while his wife, Donna, is co-owner, works on marketing and...
Clear Race Day Hurdles with Tips from a LifeTime Fitness Expert
Cheryl Zitur from LifeTime Fitness shares how to start your race with a burst, not a stumble. Races are plentiful around the Maple Grove area during...
Swimmer Safety
Local lifeguard provides insight on his career. In the summer months, there is a broad assortment of activities for everyone to enjoy, and going to...
Mark Your Calendars: Annual Parade Offers Sweet Memories for Attendees
Photographing a clown greeting her daughter last summer before the Maple Grove Days parade began, Lisa Willey found it hard to resist the...
Magic is in the Air
Local magician talks about how he and his daughter got their starts. When attending a magic show, it’s hard not to find yourself forgetting where...
Don’t Leave Your Creativity at Home When Visiting Shops in Arbor Lakes
After noticing that many young families visit the Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, the idea to create a fun program for guests during the summer months...
Farmers Market Veterans Share Their Story
The Maple Grove Farmers Market provides locally grown produce to the community, and a lot of talent is hidden behind each stand. John and Anna Mau...
Summer Vacation Reads
Bookmark a summer reading list for elementary-aged kids. Summer is upon us, and what is there to do? Maple Grove public schools encourage a period...
Strings ’n’ Keys
Begin your musical journey with pointers from the pros. Two Maple Grove music schools, Spark Music Studio and All Things Musik, bring their talent...
Maple Grove Seniors Stay Active
For years, Maple Grove has been home to a vibrant community of seniors making the most of their retired time. With baby boomers retiring at a rapid...
The Owner of Forever Favorit Bath and Body Products Shares Her Journey
At some point in life, most people arrive at a time when they realize they need to make a change. Holly Bruun, owner of Forever Favorit, arrived at...
How To Avoid Summer Weight Gain
Shun summer weight gain with these healthy habits. As summer approaches, clothing is shed and what ever stored weight you’ve got form the winter...
