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...
Rosie Peters Honored for Meaningful Art and Advocacy
The Dakota poet and activist has been awarded a $25,000 Minnesota State Arts Board grant. Marine on St. Croix poet Rosetta “Rosie” Peters is among...
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...
Shop Local
Orchin + Orchin Specialists in Orthodontics
Your Friendly Neighborhood Smile Experts. Making the River Valley Smile 🙂 Drs. Jill and Andrew Orchin are excited to start crafting smiles using their decades of experience and reputation for creating a team and a culture that are entirely patient-focused. They invite you to visit their new, comfortable, state of the art orthodontic clinic in Stillwater for a complimentary consultation and experience the friendly professionaism they have created in over 20 years of practicing dentistry. Drs. Orchin are honored to share their extensive knowledge and expertise with a community that already...
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
Easter Egg Hunt at the American Legion
Bring the kids down to the American Legion on March 28 for an Easter egg hunt. Face painting, photos with the Easter Bunny and food starts at 11...
Minnesota Campus Maple Syrup
Welcome spring by joining the Carpenter Nature Center staff in making maple syrup. Hike to the “sugarbush” to learn about the structure and function...
Free Easter Egg Hunt at Riverwood Nature Center
Join the Star Prairie Royalty for the Easter Egg Hunt at Riverwood Nature Center on March 29. Come join the fun and check out these awesome bikes...
Phipps Community Day
Ever wondered what goes on behind the curtain at the Phipps Center for the Arts? From noon–3 p.m. on March 29, the community is invited to discover...
Wild Rivers Fest
Join us from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. on May 2 from at 45th Parallel Distillery in New Richmond, Wisconsin to celebrate the return of open water season with...
In This Issue
Rosie Peters Honored for Meaningful Art and Advocacy
The Dakota poet and activist has been awarded a $25,000 Minnesota State Arts Board grant. Marine on St. Croix poet Rosetta “Rosie” Peters is among 116 artists to receive support from the 2026 Arts...
Discover Your Best of St. Croix Valley 2026 Finalists
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 50...
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...
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