Perennial State Fair winner Mary Nedry shares her passion. Mary Nedry was just 13 years old when a life-long passion was born. It all began with her...
April 2018
Taking Center Stage
The secret sauce behind musical excellence. Maple Grove High School (MGHS) does not have a theater program. There’s no theater teacher or theater...
The Garden Path of Kids’ Curiosity
Local elementary schools grow plants and spark interest. Not so long ago, Maple Grove’s youngsters were well acquainted with rakes, hoes and other...
Steven Elbert Retires Early to Fulfill a Lifelong Goal
Steven Elbert started wearing his seatbelt in the ’70s, far before it became second nature for most of the driving world. During high school, he...
Nature Lovers’ Retreat
From asters to zinnias, gnomes and monarch butterflies, this Maple Grove garden is alive with beauty and enchantment. When Kathleen and Rich...
Expert Insight on What to Do Now That Ash Trees Are Dubious
An emerald ash borer recently came to town and realized how good we have it here in the Northwest quadrant of the Twin Cities. Soon he called his...
New Ventures: Triple Crown Puts a Lid on It
Influenced by contemporary fashion and Midwestern culture, headwear designer and Maple Grove resident Desmond Stubblefield created Triple Crown in...
The Art of Having Fun
Make Mother’s Day special this year with a handcrafted gift designed and personalized by you. Remind your mother how special she is to you next...
Back to the Basics with Basil
Recipes and tips to incorporate the fresh herb into your menu. Basil. It’s an herb synonymous with margherita pizza, pesto sauce and caprese. If...
Fathers and Daughters Create Tradition at a Formal Dance where Every Girl Is a Princess
Many a father and daughter in and around Maple Grove and Osseo have carved out a tradition of attending the annual Once Upon a Time Dance. Heading...
Family is the Best Team
Cousins create a summer T-ball team. T-ball is a great introduction to baseball which focuses on basic skills and teamwork, but most of all on...
Black-eyed Susan Steals the Show This Summer If Planted Early
In the language of flowers, black-eyed Susan symbolizes justice. And they deserve a bit of justice on their own. As a member of the eye-catching...
