Youth musicians will play live music at Stillwater’s Chestnut Plaza on May 22. Lumberstock is a yearly event that brings live, local music together...
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
A Parent Primer for the Big Day
Preparation is key when it comes to marking a child’s marriage milestone. The Wedding. While we all know who the stars of this show are, there are...
“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...
Raising the Bar on Wedding Drinks
Elevate your events with drinks on tap and mobile bars. The vows have been exchanged, the kiss has sealed the marriage—and now it’s time to...
A Refuge for Life
Stillwater Area High School sweethearts celebrate their nuptials and a decade of love. When Morgan (née Huenink) and Ryan Gruber tied the knot on a...
Heart of A Lyons
Elegant details and a focus on the guest experience define a couple’s hometown wedding. Western Wisconsin is a special place to Caitlyn (née Cody)...
Stars, Stories and S’mores with Belwin Conservancy
Midwinter Family Fun night is set for February 7. Experience the joys of winter and wilderness at Belwin Conservancy this February. Visitors of all...
Valley Community Center Finds Its Home
The nonprofit has identified its likely future location. Since 2022, Valley Community Center (VCC) has been making strides to open an inclusive...
Zephyr Theatre Presents “A Stillwater Christmas Carol”
Rediscover a beloved seasonal story this winter. A holiday classic with a local twist is coming to the Zephyr Theatre. A Stillwater Christmas Carol...
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...
Naturalist Ruth Alliband’s Foraged Feast
Stillwater resident and volunteer Ruth Alliband cooks with wild ingredients. Explore the recipes Alliband served up for her Forager’s Dinner, which...
Lucille’s Alcohol-Free Social Experiences Mixes It Up
The nonalcoholic establishment offers a different way to enjoy the holiday season. The holiday season arrives each year with a colorful concoction...
Manitou Fund Education + Arts Center Embraces the Future
The Manitou Fund Education + Arts Center seeks to connect the East Metro through creativity and educational programming. After two years and a...
Finding Balance This Winter
Occasionally, the hustle and bustle of everyday life can throw you off-kilter. When that happens at the Phipps Center for the Arts [PCA], we slow...
