James Vukelich Kaagegaabaw’s children’s book teaches Ojibwe to kids. After 25 years working as an Ojibwe educator and consultant, James Vukelich...
Education
MLK Day Celebration in Prior Lake Schools
Students of all ages come together to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The Rotary Club of Prior Lake, in partnership with Prior Lake Savage Area...
What To Know About 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...
Behind the Prior Lake High School Junior Optimist Club
The Prior Lake High School Junior Optimist Club is the world’s largest. Confirmation came from the Junior Optimist Club International conference...
Artist JuliAnne Jonker Crafts a Creative Oasis in Her Home
An Apple Valley artist builds a welcoming, creative space in her art-filled home. Just as a canvas is transformed into a work of art through many...
Community Halloween Party Hosts Spirited Fun
An annual Halloween party brings the whole community together. Set the scene for Halloween with the Community Halloween Party in Prior Lake. The...
Streamline the School Routine
As we head back to school, here are three tips to support your scholars and control clutter: Designate Individual Spaces: Assign specific spaces or...
Reaching Our Community’s Kids Celebrates 10 Years
A Prior Lake nonprofit provides weekend meals for kids and families facing hunger at home. When Prior Lake mom Keri Thayer recognized a need at her...
Our Guide for Hosting the Ultimate Grad Party
All that pomp and circumstance doesn’t happen by itself. Let’s be honest. Graduation parties have—evolved. For the most part, the celebrations have...
Senior Spotlight: Big Hearts, Bright Futures
Meet seven local high school seniors who have found inspiring ways to contribute to the community. We asked administrators from local high schools...
Eagan Art House Breaks New Ground
Enjoy the same great arts programming in a larger, more accessible space. Since opening its doors in 1997, the Eagan Art House has served as a...
Learning Through Travel
Animal lovers with a keen sense of adventure can go on vacation with the Minnesota Zoo. The zoo offers “edventures” for adults and teens to locales...
A Fresh (Out)Look
Betty Boley was volunteering at her son’s school when she noticed that some of the children could use some help with their hair. As the oldest child...
Shining a Light on Local Seniors
The class of 2024 is already making a positive impact on our community. This class was just finishing middle school when COVID-19 seemed to stop...
Our Village School Brings Kids to Nature
Maria Stalsberg created an outdoor school to reimagine education during the pandemic. Maria Stalsberg wasn’t planning on homeschooling her four...
All Seasons Preschool Is All About Connections
Eagan preschool connects generations. When avid birdwatchers Marie and Jerry Soczynski, two residents of Lexington Pointe Senior Living, decided to...
Learning in Nature With EcoElsa
Elsa Litecky inspires the next generation of naturalists. Elsa Litecky has enjoyed the beauty of the natural world since she could start climbing...
Outdoor Preschool Connects Kids With the Natural World
Crisp, cool learning. February’s falling temperatures doesn’t mean outdoor play stops. In fact, a local learning center encourages it. The...
