St. Croix Valley Magazine October/November 2024 Issue

Welcome to the October/November 2024 Issue

Good things take time. It’s an adage I’m sure we’ve all heard, and (while a bit cheesy), I believe there’s no better way to introduce our food,...

Marma Brings Fresh Flavors to Lake Elmo

Marcus Clark and Max Basaker discuss the making of Marma. Finding your dream career rarely happens as a teenager, but for Stillwater residents and...

Artist Debra Korluka Is Rooted in Family

A Stillwater artist and her family design a grand experiment in multigenerational living. Debra Korluka is an expert at weaving together...

Home on Third Street Decorated for Halloween

Hudson’s Third Street Draws Thousands of Trick-Or-Treaters

When Kate and Nathan Hall’s first Halloween in Hudson, Wisconsin, arrived, they were prepared. The couple had anticipated the arrival of...

Lens on St. Croix Valley Readers' Choice Voting

Readers’ Choice Voting for Lens on St. Croix Valley 2024

In July and August, we invited you to submit your photos of the communities of the St. Croix Valley area. From stunning aerial vistas to scenic...

A bird's eye view of the 2023 Rivertown Fall Art Festival.

Rivertown Fall Art Festival Returns Larger Than Ever

The annual Stillwater fine arts festival is back to celebrate a variety of local artists. Stillwater’s Rivertown Fall Art Festival celebrates its...

A group of River Valley Yoga Festival attendees during a session.

River Valley Yoga Festival is Back in Stillwater

Instructor Allissa Obler creates an experience for longtime practitioners and newcomers alike. The River Valley Yoga Festival returns for its third...

St. Croix Valley Magazine August/September 2024

Welcome to the August/September 2024 Issue

Happy August, Readers! A month known for getaways, back-to-school prep and warm summer nights is the ideal time to kick back with a magazine and...

Master Gardeners Grow Community Across the St. Croix Valley

Local master gardeners dig in and give back. The St. Croix Valley Master Gardeners Association equips gardeners in Wisconsin’s Pierce and St. Croix...

The Ultimate Grad Party Punchlist

All that pomp and circumstance doesn’t happen by itself. Let’s be honest. Graduation parties have—evolved. For the most part, the celebrations have...

How Senior Spotlights Students Make a Difference

Meet five high school seniors making a difference in their community. Each year, schools across the Valley nominate incoming seniors who stand out...

You’re Invited to Our Exclusive Wedding Event

Calling all brides, grooms, wedding photographers and vendors—submit your photo galleries for consideration. We are featuring expertly curated local...

Celebrate Your Best of St. Croix Valley 2024

Join us in congratulating the winners and finalists of our annual Readers’ Choice Poll. Life brings us so many reasons to celebrate. Another trip...

Best of St. Croix Valley Magazine 2024 Cover

Welcome to the June/July 2024 Issue

Recently, I received an email from the Minnesota Historical Society. Its collection was missing one issue of St. Croix Valley Magazine—could I send...

Keep for Cheap plays at Franconia Sculpture Park.

I’m Chasing My Favorite Parts of Summer—so Should You!

For me, summer in the Valley is all about maximizing the weekend’s potential. There’s nothing like ending the week on a Thursday, heading north (or...

Welcome to the October/November 2024 Issue

Good things take time. It’s an adage I’m sure we’ve all heard, and (while a bit cheesy), I believe there’s no better way to introduce our food,...

Marma Brings Fresh Flavors to Lake Elmo

Marcus Clark and Max Basaker discuss the making of Marma. Finding your dream career rarely happens as a teenager, but for Stillwater residents and...

Artist Debra Korluka Is Rooted in Family

A Stillwater artist and her family design a grand experiment in multigenerational living. Debra Korluka is an expert at weaving together...

Hudson’s Third Street Draws Thousands of Trick-Or-Treaters

When Kate and Nathan Hall’s first Halloween in Hudson, Wisconsin, arrived, they were prepared. The couple had anticipated the arrival of...

Readers’ Choice Voting for Lens on St. Croix Valley 2024

In July and August, we invited you to submit your photos of the communities of the St. Croix Valley area. From stunning aerial vistas to scenic...

Rivertown Fall Art Festival Returns Larger Than Ever

The annual Stillwater fine arts festival is back to celebrate a variety of local artists. Stillwater’s Rivertown Fall Art Festival celebrates its...

River Valley Yoga Festival is Back in Stillwater

Instructor Allissa Obler creates an experience for longtime practitioners and newcomers alike. The River Valley Yoga Festival returns for its third...

Welcome to the August/September 2024 Issue

Happy August, Readers! A month known for getaways, back-to-school prep and warm summer nights is the ideal time to kick back with a magazine and...

Master Gardeners Grow Community Across the St. Croix Valley

Local master gardeners dig in and give back. The St. Croix Valley Master Gardeners Association equips gardeners in Wisconsin’s Pierce and St. Croix...

The Ultimate Grad Party Punchlist

All that pomp and circumstance doesn’t happen by itself. Let’s be honest. Graduation parties have—evolved. For the most part, the celebrations have...

How Senior Spotlights Students Make a Difference

Meet five high school seniors making a difference in their community. Each year, schools across the Valley nominate incoming seniors who stand out...

You’re Invited to Our Exclusive Wedding Event

Calling all brides, grooms, wedding photographers and vendors—submit your photo galleries for consideration. We are featuring expertly curated local...

Celebrate Your Best of St. Croix Valley 2024

Join us in congratulating the winners and finalists of our annual Readers’ Choice Poll. Life brings us so many reasons to celebrate. Another trip...

Welcome to the June/July 2024 Issue

Recently, I received an email from the Minnesota Historical Society. Its collection was missing one issue of St. Croix Valley Magazine—could I send...

I’m Chasing My Favorite Parts of Summer—so Should You!

For me, summer in the Valley is all about maximizing the weekend’s potential. There’s nothing like ending the week on a Thursday, heading north (or...

How To Use Vanilla Bean Paste

Drinks, Ingredients, Local Makers, Noteworthy, Recipes

Ever wonder about how to use vanilla bean paste? Sara and Andy Kubiak, founders of Vanilla Bean Project in Lakeland, share that vanilla bean paste...

Autumn Adventures Close to Home

Noteworthy, Outdoors, Travel

It’s the time of the season for unforgettable local explorations. Whether you embark on a day trip or settle in for a weekend staycation, don’t...

Stillwater Harvest Fest: A Smashing Good Time

Arts, Entertain, Local Makers

Let the gourd times roll at this family-friendly seasonal celebration. Get ready for a smashing good time this autumn at the Stillwater Harvest...

Lens on St. Croix Valley 2024 Winners

Photo Contest

Explore the winning photos from our Lens on St. Croix Valley photo contest. This summer, we asked local residents to scroll down their digital files...

Shop Local

Saint Therese of Woodbury is a catholic senior facility born out of a simple mission: do ordinary things with extraordinary love. This continuum of care facility offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled care in a luxurious setting. The community is rich with thoughtful amenities, such as a salt water therapy pool, balance clinic, unique dining rooms, beauty shop, and massage room. Saint Therese of Woodbury 651.209.9100 Open 24/7 Facebook: Saint...

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Noteworthy

Fiddler on the River

Arts, Noteworthy

When 9-year-old Brian Wicklund first heard the quick-tempo twang of bluegrass from his mother’s Flatt and Scruggs album, he fell in love. Wicklund’s...

How To Use Vanilla Bean Paste

Drinks, Ingredients, Local Makers, Noteworthy, Recipes

Ever wonder about how to use vanilla bean paste? Sara and Andy Kubiak, founders of Vanilla Bean Project in Lakeland, share that vanilla bean paste...

Autumn Adventures Close to Home

Noteworthy, Outdoors, Travel

It’s the time of the season for unforgettable local explorations. Whether you embark on a day trip or settle in for a weekend staycation, don’t...

Many Ways To Serve

Giving Back, Noteworthy, People

It’s a rare nonprofit in the St. Croix Valley that Linda Robertson and Warren Schneider haven’t supported through servant leadership, volunteerism...

Events

Small Business Saturday at Waxing the City

Health & Wellness

Join us November 29–December 1. Book your appointment during this event and receive deep discounts on Waxing services and retail on your current and...

Miracle at Big Rock 2024

For the Kids

You are invited to enjoy the magic of the holidays at Miracle at Big Rock. The 4th annual event hosted by Big Rock Creek, located in St. Croix...

Light Up Hudson 2024

For the Kids

Kick off your holiday this year in charming historic Hudson, Wisconsin. Light Up Hudson is a local favorite for both the beauty and the magic....

Letters to the North Pole with Equi-Ed 2024

For the Kids

Join Equi-Ed as it hosts Letters to the North Pole. Children Pre-K (with adult) and grades K-5 are invited to journey to the North Pole with our...

Candlelight Stroll in Downtown Hudson 2024

Fashion & Shopping, Food & Drink, For the Kids

Wagon rides through Lakefront Park aglow with luminary candles set the mood for this holiday event. Festively decorated shops and bistros greet you...