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...
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Cook up Some Bloody Mary Burgers
Make Father’s Day extra special with these over-the-top burgers inspired by a classic drink. The flavor-packed patty provides the perfect foil to...
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...
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...
Step Up for Women
The 32nd annual Minnesota Race for the Cure returns to Viking Lakes for the second time—and moves to the Saturday before Mother’s Day. The 1-mile...
Rick’s Bike Sale Benefits Two Local Charities
Whether you’re searching for a new bike or looking to part with an old one, you’ll want to check out Rick’s Bike Sale in Apple Valley. The 16th...
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,...
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...
Raise a Glass To Spring
There’s much to celebrate this season with bridal and baby showers in the offing, as well as Mother’s Day and the opening of the picnic season with...
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...
Decadent and Brunch-Worthy Dutch Baby Recipe
Less expected than an egg bake and far faster to make than a quiche, a savory Bacon Camembert Dutch Baby looks and tastes like a decadent treat...
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...
Brunch for Two
Are you searching for a simple recipe for a special occasion, including a springtime holiday event or bridal or baby shower? Look no further. This...
Peppermint Patty in a Glass
Some people made sourdough during the pandemic. Eagan resident Jeff Roslund, co-founder of Dapper Barons Spirits, made batch after batch of liqueur,...
Unwrapping Warmth and Dignity
What was once a family joke—Grandma Lucy’s annual Christmas gift of socks and underwear—became a call to action for one Eagan family. After Grandma...
Nonfiction Page Turners
Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism by Amanda Montell What causes people to join groups with dangerous or troublesome outcomes? Author Amanda...
Minnesota Zoo Cares for Two Orphaned Sea Otter Pups
Learn more about Nuka and Denali and their road to recovery. On October 27, the Minnesota Zoo announced via press release that two abandoned...
An Easy, Pleasing Turkey Day Side Dish
I’m hosting Thanksgiving for the first time in a very long time. Despite my years of culinary experience, I’m a little nervous. It’s likely there...
Cranberry Sauce Is Just the Start
There’s a myriad of ways to enjoy cranberries this season. Here’s the differences between a few favorites: Cranberry relish is raw, fresh and tart....
