In the early 1920s, Victor-Radio (later renamed RCA Victor-Radio) introduced the snappy phrase, “The gift that keeps on giving,” in an ad campaign,...
Holidays
“The Anti-Social Season”
This cute romance novel by Adele Buck is a fun read for the holiday season and provides a good look into our social media world. Additionally, one...
Let’s Dish and Its Conveniently Delicious Options
Let’s Dish celebrates two decades and expands its ready-to-bake options. When the holiday season kicks into high gear, the heat is on—especially in...
Passion and Purpose With Angelica Cantanti Youth Choirs
For Olivia Rocha, an 11th grader at Maple Grove Senior High School, stepping on to the stage with youth choir Angelica Cantant...
Grant Lavrenz Talks About the Fine Art of Cocktails
The Maple Grove mixologist explores how to mix and match cocktails this holiday season. Grant Lavrenz describes himself as “the world’s okayest...
Books and Bows for the Holiday Season
Open up a world of experiential gifting, learning and living. Make gift giving easier this season by leaning into a specialty theme or carefully...
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...
Breakfast and Lunch With Santa Returns
All are welcome to join Santa for breakfast and lunch. The Maple Grove Community Organization hosts its annual Breakfast and Lunch with Santa to...
Crostini Are an Easy App for Entertaining
While hosting friends and family for holiday dinners, home cooks often need a go-to nibble to keep hungry guests at bay until the meal is ready for...
“Mastering the Art of Entertaining” by Joe Marini
In this book, you will find practical tips, creative ideas, recipes, thoughtful and interesting stories, etiquette on how to entertain, beside...
Sweet + Flour Cookie Co Creates Custom Treats
Christina Stewart perfects her royal iced sugar cookies. From wedding showers, bachelorette parties and birthdays to Teacher Appreciation Day and...
Award-Winning Bakers Share the Ingredients for Success
Two local bakers know exactly what people need to satisfy a sweet tooth. Featured for their mouthwatering talents, Zia McNeal and Annette Gustafson,...
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Local Restaurants
Taste the flavors of Mexico this Cinco de Mayo. Many Americans think that the May 5 holiday Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of Mexico’s Independence...
Get In on the Cranberry Craze
Welcome the powers of a Thanksgiving superfruit. Cranberries for Thanksgiving sounds like a sequel to the children’s book Blueberries for Sal. In...
West Metro Fun for the Whole Family
Think out of the (gift) box when planning holiday experiences. When visitors come to town over the holidays, hosts can be hard-pressed when it comes...
Entertaining Interior Design
The invitations have been sent, and the menu is planned, so now it is time to think about your entertaining design. First, consider seating. Do you...
Skate With Santa
A night filled with holiday festivity on the rink. Come join Santa Claus, and experience an evening of fun-filled skating from 5–8 p.m. December 9...
Young Baker Shares Sweet Treats During the Holidays
Explore how one holiday cookie brings people together. Baking has always been in the cards for Maple Grove’s 16-year-old Kate Ross of Kate’s Little...
Fox Run Offers Curated Christmas Gifts from Minnesota Makers
This holiday season, Fox Run is focusing on a Handmade Christmas. Located at The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, Fox Run, which opened in the summer,...
Pinecone Crafts for Holiday Family Fun
Keep busy this holiday season with pinecone crafts for all ages. Keep busy this holiday season with pinecone projects for all ages. Searching for...
