This lemon cleaner recipe is courtesy of Laura Paulisich and Behzad Afshar-Naseri at ToxyFree in Stillwater. “We’ve made our own lemon cleaner for...
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“Animal, Vegetable, Miracle”
One of my favorite books of 2025 may be nearly two decades old, but that isn’t going to stop me from recommending it wholeheartedly to everyone I...
A Scenic Walk at the Arcola High Bridge Viewpoint Trail
For a pet-friendly hike this spring, try the Arcola High Bridge Viewpoint trail near Stillwater. This 2-mile local favorite begins in the Arcola...
A Puppet for a Pet
Pets aren’t typically found at The Phipps Center for the Arts, but this past winter, the organization fell head-over-heels in love with a reindeer....
Your Wedding, Our Pages
Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life—filled with romance, the love of family and friends and, of course, all those wonderful,...
Introducing Culture Through Travel
Whether at home or abroad, it’s never too early to enrich your learning through travel. Here are six ways you can engage with different cultures:...
Meet Dianne Polasik
After Dianne Polasik earned a nursing degree from the University of Iowa, she says she came to Minnesota, “saw all those lakes, and stayed.” That...
Inside the Costume Shop at The Phipps
At the heart of all things costuming at The Phipps Center for the Arts (PCA) is Bridget Lentz, our costume shop manager. With a love for costumes...
Say Yes to the Guest Dress
When picking a dress for a wedding, it’s important to consider the venue and event formality. Different settings call for different styles, so...
Hudson Hot Air Affair Is Back for a 36th Year
Take to the skies of Hudson this February. Hudson, Wisconsin, invites residents and visitors to its premier winter hot air balloon rally and...
Cast Your Vote for Best of St. Croix Valley 2025
It’s time to celebrate the best that the St. Croix Valley area has to offer! Our Best of St. Croix Valley 2025 annual readers’ poll offers a...
David Palmer’s Life of Philanthropy
Some of David Palmer’s earliest lessons in giving came from odd teachers: venison steaks and chicken–the payment his father received for the medical...
Creative Gift Wrap Ideas
Make your Christmas presents stand out this year with these creative and unique wrapping ideas. Pick a theme: Choose a cohesive theme, like rustic,...
An Artful Season at The Phipps Center for the Arts
With nearly 40 events in a typical season at The Phipps Center for the Arts, we’re often asked, ‘How do you choose?’ Although it’s not a simple...
Fiddler on the River
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
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
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
It’s a rare nonprofit in the St. Croix Valley that Linda Robertson and Warren Schneider haven’t supported through servant leadership, volunteerism...
“Día de Los Muertos”
Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is traditionally celebrated by those of Mexican heritage in late October or early November. While its...
Back to School Shopping
As summer fades and the new school year approaches, it’s time to start thinking about back-to-school clothes shopping. With a few tips and tricks,...
