The Delicious Legacy Behind Uniquely Me Bakery
Micah Zupke shares her grandma’s cherished recipe. Micah Zupke is the legacy baker in her family. She’s the one who provides her family with the...
What To Know Abut Hockey Day Lakeville 2025
Lakeville’s high school matchup brings the hockey community together. Lakeville North versus South is arguably one of the biggest Minnesota hockey...
Cast Your Vote for Best of Cities South 2025
It's time to celebrate the best that Apple Valley, Lakeville and Prior Lake have to offer! Our Best of Cities South 2025 annual readers' poll offers...
First Snowfall
Christopher Knipe enjoys the view with an eye toward what’s around the bend. “The peaceful stillness of the setting slowed my walk to a stop,” says...
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Deck the Bookshelves This December
Whether you’re looking for gift ideas for the bookworms in your life or a great pick to snuggle up with this season, here’s a selection of books to...
Big Characters
The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post by Allison Pataki Despite humble beginnings in Michigan, Marjorie Post, heiress to her father’s Post Cereal...
Gift for Gardeners
If you’re searching for a thoughtful gardening gift, consider the Fiskars 4-Claw Stand Up Weeder. This tool has truly transformed my gardening...
Celebrate Christmas Past at the Dakota City Heritage Village
Step back in time to Christmas in the 1900s at the Dakota City Heritage Village in Farmington. Taking place the first two weekends in December, the...
Events
Dueling Pianos New Year’s Eve Celebration
Dueling Pianos are back with Aces & 88s for a special New Year's Eve Celebration. Space is limited and this event is expected to sell out. To...
Indoor Winter Farmers’ Market at Bachman’s Apple Valley
Join us on select Saturdays this winter in the cozy greenhouse at Bachman's. We'll have over 20 vendors bringing you delicious hand-made and...
Candlelit Walk at Ritter Farm Park
Step into a winter wonderland at Ritter Farm Park for an evening walk, or snowshoe, along the luminary trail. Hundreds of flickering candles will...
Wednesday Night Live 2024
Club Prior and Scott County Library are bringing back live music! Listen, and/or dance to live music every second Wednesday of the month...
Chad Johnson Music
Chad Johnson is one of the most entertaining and talented acts in the Midwest. His original music and crowd favorite covers are infused with a...
In This Issue
Deck the Bookshelves This December
Whether you’re looking for gift ideas for the bookworms in your life or a great pick to snuggle up with this season, here’s a selection of books to get you in the holiday spirit. Christmas Bells: A...
Prior Lake’s DecemBRRR Dazzle 2024 Will Light Up the Night
The annual holiday festival introduces a new tree lighting ceremony. Embrace the spirit of the season at Prior Lake’s DecemBRRR Dazzle event, scheduled from 5–8 p.m. on December 6 at Lakefront Park....
Welcome to the December 2024/January 2025 Issue
We’re gearing up for the season of giving, but these past few months I’ve had to focus my energy on receiving. A running injury had me negotiating the world on crutches as I healed from a stress...
Shop With a Hero Event Spreads Holiday Joy
The Lakeville Public Safety Foundation pairs first responders with kids in need to make their holidays brighter. Every December, local police officers and firefighters are paired with middle and...
Moxy Foundation Brings Together Women in Data Science
Discover how a bimonthly meeting grew into a nonprofit organization that supports women in the field of data science. On the first Tuesday of every other month, about 30 women gather for dinner to...
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