I always go into the holiday season with a concrete gift-giving plan for my three kids. I try to buy each of them one thing they want, something...
December 2023
Cookies and More by Lisa: A Recipe for Success
Lisa Haggstrom continues her mother and grandmother’s food tradition. Some of our most cherished memories of the holiday season come from gathering...
Whimzy Supplies the Fun
Whimzy stocks a curated collection of toys that kids come back to again and again. It’s not a huge space, but it still takes a couple laps to take...
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,...
Beating the Blues With Integrative Therapy Group
Short, dark days plus holidays can lead to difficult feelings; try these pro tips to lighten your mood. Every year in March and April, Kristy Brecke...
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...
Family Fun Around Town This Winter
Think outside the (gift) box when planning holiday experiences. When visitors come to town over the holidays, hosts can be hard-pressed when it...
How Abijah’s on the Backside Transforms Lives
A South Metro equine therapy organization serves first responders and military personnel, using the power of animal empathy to heal trauma. Editor’s...
Embrace the Chill
The Cleary Lake Winter Trailhead provides a great opportunity to explore winter sports. Once there’s enough snow on the ground, the golf course at...
Nutcracker for All
The Twin Cities Ballet offers an updated, distinctly Minnesota twist on the classic ballet with a sensory-friendly performance. Remember that scene...
Nonfiction Page Turners
Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism by Amanda Montell What causes people to join groups with dangerous or troublesome outcomes? Author Amanda...
Sanya’s Hope for Children
Sanya Pirani has spent her childhood giving back to other children. At age 7, Sanya Pirani knew what she wanted to do with her life: help others....
