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...
Lifestyle
Flowers for Seniors
Growing old is not for the faint of heart. Aging can cause one to become less active and less social—two things that are very important to mental...
A Day on the Kinnickinnic River
Adventures abound on the Kinnickinnic River. Flowing through the heart of River Falls, Wisconsin, the Kinnickinnic River (known to locals as “the...
A Joyful Guide to Cleaning Your Home
Let’s talk about House Love: A Joyful Guide to Cleaning, Organizing, and Loving the Home You’re In, a recent release by Twin Cities author Patric...
How River Falls’ Steve Schroeder Keeps Moving
Octogenarian Steve Schroeder proves serving your community is a mission for all ages. Since the moment Steve Schroeder and his family moved to the...
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...
Create Your Own Luxury Picnic Experience
Elevate your beach and boating excursions with a sustainable picnic spread. This issue is devoted to highlighting the best of the best in the St....
Union Art Alley Is a New Vibrant Arts Hub in Stillwater
Stillwater’s Union Art Alley has real community impact. Towns like Stillwater offer historic charm, river vistas and thriving downtown businesses....
Enjoy the Best of the Midwest This Summer
Summer is here, and we’re packing up the car and returning to some of our favorite Midwest destinations! The Upper Peninsula (UP) of Michigan: Drive...
“Malibu Rising” Dives Into Summer
Taylor Jenkins Reid does it again in one of her most recent historical fiction novels, Malibu Rising. Malibu, California, August 1983. Nina Riva is...
Cycling Opportunities Abound in St. Croix Valley
Cycling programs for all ages and abilities flourish throughout the Valley. You can bike through St. Croix Valley, around the Valley, up and down...
Experience Rivertown Days in Hastings
Travel downriver for music, a carnival, pickleball tournaments and more. Put on your dancing shoes, and head to Hastings for the 45th annual...
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...
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...
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...
River Valley Riders Breaks Down Barriers
Therapeutic riding program opens doors for those with disabilities. At River Valley Riders, smiles and stories reign. The organization’s therapeutic...
Franconia Sculpture Park Welcomes New Director Alex Legeros
To visit Franconia Sculpture Park is to enter another world. Absurd eyeball-like orbs rotate on an axis, moved by the breeze; an unassuming shed...
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...
Marine Mills Folk School Shares the Bounty of the Valley
Foraging experts share the natural bounty of the St. Croix Valley. Foraging is a practice that humanity has relied on for centuries. Though it’s not...
