Woodbury Magazine February 2026

Welcome to the February 2026 Issue

There’s something to be said about love that blooms before we’ve had time to blossom ourselves. Maybe it’s the fact that it grows alongside us and...
Quynh-Huong Van’s red-orange saree was chosen by her mother-in-law, and Vikram Nagarajan’s maternal aunts in India sent it to her as a gift.

Two Families Become United by Love

Celebration, community and culture serve as this couple’s guiding lights. Quynh-Huong Van and Vikram Nagarajan are self-professed introverts, but...
Woodbury-based bartender Mark Lange recommends choosing up to three specialty cocktails that are notable to the bridal couple.

How To Raise the (Cocktail) Bar

Elevate your events with drinks on tap and signature cocktails. The vows have been exchanged, the kiss has sealed the marriage—and now it’s time to...

Two Become One as Ethan and Hanna Johnson Say, “I Do.”

Ethan and Hanna (née Neubauer) Johnson’s love story began as a new chapter was already unfolding in both their lives. They first crossed paths at...
For the Petersons’ first look, their day-of coordinator Kenzie Heckmann drove them to a remote spot on the venue property to exchange personal, private vows, where she delivered a special letter to Cole Peterson before driving back to pick up Allie Peterson. A few months before they met, Allie wrote a letter to her future husband, which she found during the planning process.

From High School Sweethearts to Happily Ever After

One couple pays homage to lifelong love stories. Allie and Cole Peterson, high school sweethearts who persevered through years of long distance,...
Woodbury Magazine January 2026 Issue

Welcome to the January 2026 Issue

Each January, it feels like we all rush to reinvent ourselves with new goals and routines. This year, I’ve decided not to make any resolutions....
Alyssa Wang is a Minnesota State Fair and Scholastic Art and Writing Awards finalist and winner; additionally, she is a runner-up in the Congressional Art Competition. Alyssa’s work is displayed in Representative Betty McCollum’s office.

The Amazing Achievements of Alyssa Wang

One student is a leader in the arts, science and sustainable initiatives. At just 17, Woodbury’s Alyssa Wang is making an impact that stretches from...
Cranberry White Chocolate Scones.

The Scone Shoppe Bakes With Love

Kellie Stocker’s homemade scones are crafted with care. There is something magical about a homemade, handcrafted baked good. Not many people can...
In 2025, patients at Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos in Honduras received life-changing care from volunteer physicians and students. The medical mission trip is hosted by One World Surgery and Summit Orthopedics.

Healing in Honduras With Summit Orthopedics

Students experience operating rooms and patient care through a medical mission trip. A group of students from across the East Metro each share...
Sound meditation often involves crystal singing bowls, which are said to stimulate different parts of the brain through reverberated sounds.

Sila Wellness Takes a Holistic Approach

Healing rituals are making their way into daily wellness routines. In the Sila Wellness studio, a flow of energy and peace runs freely. In the age...
Attendees are invited to bring photographs of loved ones lost to suicide to add to the memorial wall at the International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day Memorial Gathering.

Woodbury Hosts a Survivors of Suicide Loss Day Gathering

Suicide Awareness Voices of Education plans a morning of remembrance and community. International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day serves as a day of...
peanut butter cup s’more

North Mallow Gives Us S’more To Love

Enjoy traditional and creative takes on the bonfire staple. The s’more—an ooey gooey melty combination of roasted marshmallow, chocolate and graham...
Best of Woodbury 2025 Web Banner

Explore Your Best of Woodbury 2025 Winners

Meet the winners of our annual Readers’ Choice Poll. There’s something about summer that brings out the best in all of us. As the days grow warmer...
Woodbury Magazine February 2026

Welcome to the February 2026 Issue

There’s something to be said about love that blooms before we’ve had time to blossom ourselves. Maybe it’s the fact that it grows alongside us and...
Quynh-Huong Van’s red-orange saree was chosen by her mother-in-law, and Vikram Nagarajan’s maternal aunts in India sent it to her as a gift.

Two Families Become United by Love

Celebration, community and culture serve as this couple’s guiding lights. Quynh-Huong Van and Vikram Nagarajan are self-professed introverts, but...
Woodbury-based bartender Mark Lange recommends choosing up to three specialty cocktails that are notable to the bridal couple.

How To Raise the (Cocktail) Bar

Elevate your events with drinks on tap and signature cocktails. The vows have been exchanged, the kiss has sealed the marriage—and now it’s time to...

Two Become One as Ethan and Hanna Johnson Say, “I Do.”

Ethan and Hanna (née Neubauer) Johnson’s love story began as a new chapter was already unfolding in both their lives. They first crossed paths at...
For the Petersons’ first look, their day-of coordinator Kenzie Heckmann drove them to a remote spot on the venue property to exchange personal, private vows, where she delivered a special letter to Cole Peterson before driving back to pick up Allie Peterson. A few months before they met, Allie wrote a letter to her future husband, which she found during the planning process.

From High School Sweethearts to Happily Ever After

One couple pays homage to lifelong love stories. Allie and Cole Peterson, high school sweethearts who persevered through years of long distance,...
Woodbury Magazine January 2026 Issue

Welcome to the January 2026 Issue

Each January, it feels like we all rush to reinvent ourselves with new goals and routines. This year, I’ve decided not to make any resolutions....
Alyssa Wang is a Minnesota State Fair and Scholastic Art and Writing Awards finalist and winner; additionally, she is a runner-up in the Congressional Art Competition. Alyssa’s work is displayed in Representative Betty McCollum’s office.

The Amazing Achievements of Alyssa Wang

One student is a leader in the arts, science and sustainable initiatives. At just 17, Woodbury’s Alyssa Wang is making an impact that stretches from...
Cranberry White Chocolate Scones.

The Scone Shoppe Bakes With Love

Kellie Stocker’s homemade scones are crafted with care. There is something magical about a homemade, handcrafted baked good. Not many people can...
In 2025, patients at Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos in Honduras received life-changing care from volunteer physicians and students. The medical mission trip is hosted by One World Surgery and Summit Orthopedics.

Healing in Honduras With Summit Orthopedics

Students experience operating rooms and patient care through a medical mission trip. A group of students from across the East Metro each share...
Sound meditation often involves crystal singing bowls, which are said to stimulate different parts of the brain through reverberated sounds.

Sila Wellness Takes a Holistic Approach

Healing rituals are making their way into daily wellness routines. In the Sila Wellness studio, a flow of energy and peace runs freely. In the age...
Attendees are invited to bring photographs of loved ones lost to suicide to add to the memorial wall at the International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day Memorial Gathering.

Woodbury Hosts a Survivors of Suicide Loss Day Gathering

Suicide Awareness Voices of Education plans a morning of remembrance and community. International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day serves as a day of...
peanut butter cup s’more

North Mallow Gives Us S’more To Love

Enjoy traditional and creative takes on the bonfire staple. The s’more—an ooey gooey melty combination of roasted marshmallow, chocolate and graham...
Best of Woodbury 2025 Web Banner

Explore Your Best of Woodbury 2025 Winners

Meet the winners of our annual Readers’ Choice Poll. There’s something about summer that brings out the best in all of us. As the days grow warmer...
Harvest of Flowers

Harvest of Flowers

“My husband purchased a beautiful trug for my 50th birthday, and I was inspired to fill it with flowers from my yard,” says hobbyist photographer...

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“Mother Rabbit”

Peter Kotski’s mother is sick. His father passed away years ago. His eccentric brothers have been split up since, but the three are reunited back...

Try Lacrosse

Get your child involved with Woodbury United Lacrosse’s program, which provides free clinics to learn the sport. The program is for children ages 6...

In This Issue

Welcome to the February 2026 Issue

Welcome to the February 2026 Issue

There’s something to be said about love that blooms before we’ve had time to blossom ourselves. Maybe it’s the fact that it grows alongside us and shapes who we are, or perhaps it’s just the...

Something Old Made New Again

Something Old Made New Again

Seamstress Heather Baldridge helps brides remake heirloom wedding gowns. Heather Baldridge, owner of Woodbury alterations shop Custom Sewing by Heather, calls herself a “wedding dress specialist,”...

Be Prepared for Wedding Day Emergencies

Be Prepared 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 is the frosting on the (wedding) cake. Consider it...

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