

Local Makers Share Unique Wedding Dessert Ideas
Cottage bakers and resident makers are charting new territory in the wedding treat realm. The topography of the reception dessert table is evolving....

Ways To Hold Your Wedding Memories Close
Hold your memories close with these preservation and care tips. Every wedding day inevitably reaches its conclusion. The vows are made, the marriage...

Hudson Hot Air Affair Is Back for a 36th Year
Take to the skies of Hudson this February. Hudson, Wisconsin, invites residents and visitors to its premier winter hot air balloon rally and...

Frosty Sunrise
A hobby photographer captures winter magic on a sunrise stroll along the St. Croix River. Nikkita Berglind, of River Falls, Wisconsin, was walking...
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Introducing Culture Through Travel
Whether at home or abroad, it’s never too early to enrich your learning through travel. Here are six ways you can engage with different cultures:...
Inside the Costume Shop at The Phipps
At the heart of all things costuming at The Phipps Center for the Arts (PCA) is Bridget Lentz, our costume shop manager. With a love for costumes...
Meet Dianne Polasik
After Dianne Polasik earned a nursing degree from the University of Iowa, she says she came to Minnesota, “saw all those lakes, and stayed.” That...
Say Yes to the Guest Dress
When picking a dress for a wedding, it’s important to consider the venue and event formality. Different settings call for different styles, so...
Events
Winter Gala Community Award Celebration 2025
Join us for an unforgettable evening of Old Hollywood-themed excitement at the annual Greater Stillwater Chamber Gala, where we celebrate our...
Women Walking
Come and help us celebrate the seasonal changes in the natural world. Vernal Equinox, Summer Solstice, Autumnal Equinox, Winter Solstice, each...
Phipps Community Day 2025
Ever wanted a backstage tour of the Black Box? Are you interested in how the Mighty Wurlitzer works or what kind of tools are in the scene shop?...
In This Issue

Winterfest Is Bringing February Fun to Stillwater
The annual celebration returns for its ninth year. Grab your parkas and don your mittens, Winterfest is taking Stillwater by (snow) storm. “Winterfest is more than just a celebration; it’s an...

Welcome to the February/March 2025 Issue
As some of you know, editing this fabulous publication is not my only pursuit—I also spend part of the year photographing weddings. It’s a beautiful blend that allows me to pursue my passion for...

Introducing Culture Through Travel
Whether at home or abroad, it’s never too early to enrich your learning through travel. Here are six ways you can engage with different cultures: Food is an essential part of every culture. Explore...

Ways To Hold Your Wedding Memories Close
Hold your memories close with these preservation and care tips. Every wedding day inevitably reaches its conclusion. The vows are made, the marriage license is signed and happy guests depart. It’s a...

Meet Dianne Polasik
After Dianne Polasik earned a nursing degree from the University of Iowa, she says she came to Minnesota, “saw all those lakes, and stayed.” That was in 1974. Polasik and her husband, Tom, now live...
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