DARTS celebrates 50 years improving the lives of older adults in Dakota County. At 83, Bob DeNardo is a retired social worker with a mission: to get...
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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...
You’re Invited to Our Exclusive Wedding Event
Calling all brides, grooms, wedding photographers and vendors—submit your photo galleries for consideration. We are featuring expertly curated local...
Father Figures
We Came, We Saw, We Left: A Family Gap Year by Charles Wheelan The Wheelan family decides to take a year away from their busy lives to travel the...
Caponi Art Park Unveils New Art Experience
Marlena Myles’s augmented reality installation creates a new way to experience Caponi Art Park in Eagan. Art lovers who visit Caponi Art Park this...
Eat Your Water
You’ve probably heard the eight glasses of water per day rule to help you stay hydrated, but did you know you can eat for hydration, too? It’s...
Music in Kelley Park Returns to Apple Valley
The Apple Valley Arts Foundation supports live music and education. On Friday nights in the summer, Apple Valley’s Kelley Park is abuzz thanks to...
Cool Down at the Apple Valley Family Aquatic Center
Our family loves spending summer days playing at the Apple Valley Family Aquatic Center because the size of the waterpark is not overwhelming, and...
Lakeville’s Antlers Park Reopens for Summer
A beachfront park in Lakeville opens with major upgrades. After a year-long closure for renovations, one of Lakeville’s most popular parks has...
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...
Run for the Roses Promotes Mental Health Awareness
Lakeville Rotary Club’s new Kentucky Derby-themed gala supports Abijah’s on the Backside. On April 20, enjoy a night of dinner, cocktails and...
Skipped Pages
These are great books published in 2023 that might have slipped under your radar. Strange Sally Diamond by Liz Nugent Sally is a middle-aged,...
Three Dog Bakery Caters To Four-Legged Friends
An Apple Valley bakery serves up freshly made baked goods and other delights for your pup. Nicole Fandrich is describing one of her regular...
Pickleball Takes Local Communities by Storm
With more outdoor courts and support from local entrepreneurs, pickleball is growing. Pickleball has been gaining traction at senior centers and...
Pickleball Courts and Tournaments Around Town
Pack up your paddles and try your game on these south metro courts. Apple Valley Johnny Cake Ridge Park West 14255 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Apple...
A Healthy Routine for Dogs
Scenthound, a new dog grooming and health company in Lakeville, helps pups look and feel their best through routine care. Memberships offer monthly...
Bunny Besties Spreads Joy
After living in a nursing home while recuperating from an illness, Jennifer Smith wanted to improve the experience for others. In 2012, Smith...
Three Fun and Local Staycation Destinations
When you can’t go far, take a mini-break at these local destinations. Whether you’re constrained by time, work or family obligations, there are...
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...
Community Builders
These two children’s books are perfect for celebrating Black History Month in February and Women’s History Month in March. The Free Book Buggie...
