Welcome to the most anticipated issue of the year—the annual Best of Maple Grove Readers’ Poll results, showcasing community members’ favorite...
July 2021
Versatile Whisky Tops This List
For me, there is nothing better than sipping terrific bourbon. This barrel is exclusive to our store and, in my opinion, worth every penny. We...
Good Vibrations
Sound therapy is making waves at local SuNu Wellness Center. Sound therapist and massage practitioner Jessie Daniels clearly remembers the first...
Minnesota Menu
Serve up some North Star State favorites. The North Star State, the Land of 10,000 Lakes, the Gopher State, the Bread-and-Butter State—though...
Best of 2021 Editor’s Picks
How about a little help from our friends and neighbors? The breathless words of Tennessee Williams’ Blanche Debois—“I’ve always depended on the...
Meet the Best of Maple Grove 2021
Readers give their nods to their hometown favorites. Maple Grove ... Serving Today, Shaping Tomorrow—The city’s motto is put into action each day by...
The Fashion of Sustainability
Consider switching your closet to an eco-friendly model. “Most people in the United States only wear about 20 percent of their wardrobes. That means...
Green Acres
Arboretum recommends cabin-friendly plants and shrubs. Cabin owners know the drill. Head up (or over) to the lake in springtime for opening, plant...
Favorite Microhistory Titles Cover Several Topics
Microhistory is a non-fiction genre that takes a comprehensive look at a single event, topic or concept but reads more like novels or memoirs. Even...
Cavins Hosts a Chart-topping Podcast
“We knew that people were feeling anxious, depressed and their lives had been turned upside down in 2020,” longtime resident Jeff Cavins says. “We...
Create Your Own “Best of” List
Whether I’m scrolling through social media or picking up a magazine, I am always drawn to the “best of” lists. Having those recommendations can make...
