An Expert’s Take on Signature Cocktails
Joe Ehlenz is the name behind your favorite Valley cocktail menus. An industry-leading bar director, Ehlenz is co-owner of the Lolo Restaurant...
The Jeweler’s Bench Specializes in Custom Engagement Rings
A Hudson jeweler shares her expertise in designing custom engagement rings. Before the bustle of wedding planning begins, there’s another big...
A New Chapter for the Stillwater Art Guild Gallery
Owner Jessica Lynne-Bennett will pen the gallery’s next page. The Stillwater Art Guild Gallery has been a part of the bustling downtown Stillwater...
Bride & Groom Embrace Negative Temps on a Frozen Lake
Samantha Burke, an elopement photographer from New Richmond, Wisconsin, captures love stories year-round. Last February, she joined Duncan Pierce...
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St Croix Skincare
St Croix Skincare, a relaxing, private and professional Med-Spa and skincare studio, conveniently located in beautiful Hudson, WI. Voted Best Medical Spa in St Croix Valley 6 consecutive years. St Croix Skincare is devoted to helping clients achieve their beauty goals. Professionally trained and certified, Advanced Practice Estheticians offer a full med spa menu of treatments, including: state-of-the-art laser treatments, cosmetic injections, fat reduction, body sculpting, micro-needling and more. Schedule a free consultation where we will take the time to assess your needs, create a...
Noteworthy
The Williams Celebrates 10 Years
For Meg (née Archambeau) and Nick Williams, life and love are entwined with the St. Croix Valley. Each year on their anniversary, the couple makes...
How To Prepare for Wedding Day Emergencies
Accidental spills, dress snags, lipstick smudges, unwanted headaches—the list of potential wedding emergencies goes on. That’s why an emergency kit...
“The Matchmaker”
Part mystery, part romance, The Matchmaker by Aisha Saeed is a thrilling ride that never slows down. It’s a classic conundrum: The person with a...
Books and Bows for the Holidays
With experiential gifting maintaining its holiday footing and the inclination to eliminate clutter remaining strong, the gift of books can easily...
Events
Stillwater Winterfest: Opening Ceremonies
Stillwater is gearing up to celebrate winter in true St. Croix Valley style as Winterfest returns February 15–23, 2026. Now in its 9th year, this...
Sideways Stories from Wayside School Opening Night
Get ready for a wacky, wonderful adventure at Wayside School—where the floors are stacked thirty stories high, the teachers are anything but...
Brian’s Frozen Bocce Ball Tournament
Starting at 8 a.m., come cheer on the fun during the Brian’s Annual Tournament in the parking lot behind Brian’s Restaurant & Bar downtown...
Lindström Public Market Grand Opening
Come hungry, leave inspired. Join us for the grand opening of Lindström Public Market. A Saturday morning destination in downtown Lindström—part...
Friends of Wild River State Park Pancake Breakfast
Friends of Wild River State Park will hold its pancake breakfast and annual meeting from 9–11 a.m. on March 14 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in...
In This Issue
A New Chapter for the Stillwater Art Guild Gallery
Owner Jessica Lynne-Bennett will pen the gallery’s next page. The Stillwater Art Guild Gallery has been a part of the bustling downtown Stillwater community for nearly three decades. Home to over 90...
Local Athletes Compete at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games
Meet those from the East Metro who have gold medal dreams. The Opening Ceremony for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games arrives on February 6, and the North Star State will be well...
Vote for Best of St. Croix Valley 2026
Welcome to the February/March 2026 Issue
I’ve always been drawn to my family history. From a young age, I spent hours of family gatherings holed up in closets with albums and boxes of letters and images. Flipping through the pages, holding...
The River Falls Chocolate Crawl Is Back
An annual River Falls event promotes small businesses in the heart of winter. River Falls, Wisconsin, is thriving—and much of that success is due to the efforts of area businesses and organizations...
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