Homemade Elderberry Syrup Recipe
One of Heather Mashuga’s favorite foraging finds is elderberry. It is found in the area and has healing properties that are used to aid the immune...
How Emily Pueringer Design Studio Enhances Homes
Kitchen remodel reflects the beauty of the North Shore. On the day Emily Pueringer was born, her mother spent the morning in a construction zone...
Guillermo Cuellar Pottery Shares the Joy of Ceramics
For the Cuellars, a love of pottery spans countries and generations. For every stranger who walks into Alana and Guillermo Cuellar’s showroom in...
Curious Kits
Award-winning photo captures siblings at play. “Springtime in Wisconsin offers a plethora of exciting wildlife opportunities for migrating animals...
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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...
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A Sign of Spring
If you are anything like me, you’re probably itching to breathe some fresh air and get your hands dirty this spring. Studies have shown that being...
Meet a Music Maven
“The most important thing that you can do in the whole world is to give back to your community,” says Kristin Tjornehoj, a lifelong resident,...
Doggy Destinations Around St. Croix Valley
It’s time for the annual return to the outdoors! I know our pups will be grateful for it, so let’s give our companions the ultimate Valley...
“The Berry Pickers”
Set in Maine and Nova Scotia, The Berry Pickers opens in the early 1960s when 4-year-old Ruthie, the youngest in her Mi’kmaq family who travels to...
Events
Gammelgården Museum Open House
From 10 a.m.–4 p.m. on May 4, there are free self-guided tours of Gammelgården’s historic buildings, hands-on activities, an artists and crafters...
Hudson Community Expo 2024
Get to know your community and businesses at the Annual Hudson Community Expo. This event provides an opportunity for the public to meet the face of...
Belwin Bison Festival
Enjoy fun activities for all ages, including a 5k "Run with the Bison" Fun Run, live music, eco-arts, food trucks and the annual bison release. This...
For the Love of Bluebirds
Bluebirds, often referred to as “Bluebirds of Happiness” are associated with feelings of joy, happiness, and harmony. This charismatic cavity nester...
Food Truck Extravaganza 2024
Get ready to indulge in a foodie adventure like no other when the popular Food Truck Extravaganza returns. Scheduled to take place on June 15, 2024...
Women Walking
Come and help us celebrate the seasonal changes in the natural world. Vernal Equinox, Summer Solstice, Autumnal Equinox, Winter Solstice, each...
In This Issue
Welcome to the April/May 2024 Issue
April is a month of anticipation. For me, the weeks leading up to the typical thaw are marked by this feeling, a sense of urgency that has been entirely missing for many moons. What am I looking...
Guillermo Cuellar Pottery Shares the Joy of Ceramics
For the Cuellars, a love of pottery spans countries and generations. For every stranger who walks into Alana and Guillermo Cuellar’s showroom in Shafer, there comes two friends. Fellow potters,...
Welcome to the 32nd Annual St. Croix Valley Pottery Tour
The 32nd annual St. Croix Valley Pottery Tour will take place May 10–12. Participating studios will be open to the public from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. May 10–11; and from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. May 12. Entrance to...
Homemade Elderberry Syrup Recipe
One of Heather Mashuga’s favorite foraging finds is elderberry. It is found in the area and has healing properties that are used to aid the immune system and treat cold symptoms when made into a...
Curious Kits
Award-winning photo captures siblings at play. “Springtime in Wisconsin offers a plethora of exciting wildlife opportunities for migrating animals and the arrival of spring babies,” says Tina Kleppe...