Arvilla Lang says each gift she makes is unique, making every child feel special. Kindergarten students at Woodbury Elementary won’t have to worry...
Arts
Minnesota Youth Symphonies Welcomes New Conductor
Kelly DeMorett brings a lifetime of musical excellence to the Minnesota Youth Symphonies Philharmonic Orchestra. For Kelly DeMorett, music is a...
Filmmaker Cristóbal Krusen Shares Stories of Hope
Filmmaker and globe trotter Cristóbal Krusen reflects on his beginnings and shares insight into what’s to come. Growing up, Cristóbal “Cris” Krusen...
Picnic Basket Theatre Co-Founder Shares Her Passion for Performance
Emma Lai shares how she formed a connection with the theater. For some people, discovering a passion and living a life surrounding it comes...
Stephen Michael Shearer Speaks on the Art of Storytelling
Author Stephen Michael Shearer adds to his impressive resume with the release of a new book. Writing a biography is a journey. From discovering the...
“Charlotte’s Web” Makes Its Debut This Fall
The Merrill Arts Center welcomes you to its fall MAC Education production, Charlotte’s Web, October 26 through November 3. “We are excited to be up...
Spirit Song Radio Spreads the Joy of Radio Shows
Actors, musicians and writers produce an old-time radio show that brings audiences together with laughter and song. “Welcome to Spirit Song Radio,...
Woodbury for Justice and Equality Hosts Juneteenth Celebration
People of all ages can come to participate in Woodbury for Justice and Equality’s (W4J&E) fourth annual Juneteenth event. Participants can...
Hyounsoo Lathrop Shares Her Singing Around Woodbury
Resident grew up singing in South Korea and credits her parents’ generosity for her success. Born in Seoul, South Korea, Hyounsoo Lathrop grew up in...
Music Group NUNNABOVE Created Out of Passion and Sibling Love
Siblings launch a music career that’s built on authenticity—and a lot of love. For most people who take childhood music lessons or perform in a...
American Sewing Guild Provides Fellowship and Fun
Brenda Oseland has been sewing since she was 8 years old, but the Stillwater resident never found friends that shared her enthusiasm for sewing...
Meet Upper Midwest Emmy Award Winner Joe Carlini
Joe Carlini shares how he reached the Emmy stage. When Joe Carlini won his first Upper Midwest Emmy Award for Second Chance U, he felt like he was...
East Ridge Orchestra Set To Take the Big Stage This February
The high school orchestra has been invited to perform at the Minnesota Music Educators Association Midwinter Convention. In spring 2023, the East...
Jessica Frost Wins Big at the National Gingerbread House Competition
One family brings their gingerbread houses to North Carolina in an annual holiday tradition. For Jessica Frost, gingerbread is more than just a...
“A Minnesota Holiday” Celebrates 15 Years
Local musicians lend their talents to an annual holiday album. ‘Tis the season for merry celebration, and one Woodbury native knows just how to...
Two Creative Sisters Create Unicorn Eclipse Stationery
Chia and Hleeda Lor of Unicorn Eclipse are in the business of “dreamifying” with their products. Five years ago, if you had asked sisters Chia and...
Meet Cindy Lou Who
This holiday season, the Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) welcomes a local actress to its stage: Monica Xiong, 11, will play Cindy Lou Who in CTC’s...
Meet the Family Behind Board & Brush
The Bisek family takes ownership of Board & Brush. The Biseks are all in. All in on a life of adventure. All in on setting goals and taking...
Kelley Gallery Shows and Celebrates Local Art
Local Woodbury art gallery showcases original pieces by local artists. Scott Lloyd Anderson was embarking on a second career as a plein air painter...
Pat Donaghy Pictures: Passion Behind the Lens
Pat Donaghy strives to capture the perfect moment to create long-lasting memories. Patrick “Pat” Donaghy is a well-known face and name among East...
