As the new year rings in once more, bringing with it fresh goals, many people take this time to reflect and set healthier habits and goals for...
Noteworthy
“Remarkably Bright Creatures”
Shelby Van Pelt’s novel follows widow Tova Sullivan as she works the nightshift at the Sowell Bay Aquarium. Tova has kept busy since the...
Meet Bill Sawyer
A 30-year Woodbury resident, Bill Sawyer volunteers for several organizations, including the Relay for Life of SoWashCo. “Through the years, we...
Designing Spaces That Give Back
The heart of every home is more than walls and furnishings—it’s the connection, memories and traditions built inside. As a designer, I’ve seen how...
One for You, One To Gift
This recipe is light and fluffy, filling the kitchen with the dreamy scent of maple syrup. And that buttery Maple-Rum glaze? It forms a golden,...
Spectacular Singers
For years, Aspire Music Academy (aspiremusicacademy.com) has given parents and children the opportunity to perform together on stage during its...
“Santa’s Last Ride”
Woodbury resident James Schmitt had been creating and telling stories to his children, Matthew and Sarah, for years. It wasn’t until his wife asked...
The Sweetest Season
When it comes to family gatherings, I became the de facto dessert-bringer many, many years ago. There’s always plenty of food at a Perron party, and...
Carols, Community and Cheer at Afton Village Holiday
The neighboring community of Afton receives a magical makeover during the holiday season as timeless tradition and community connection coalesce....
Decorating the Heritage House
In late November, you know the holidays are right around the corner as the outside of the Heritage House magically comes to life. For over 25 years,...
DIY Fall Floral Displays
While I’m a fan of the outdoors all season long, there’s something about the late fall that really makes me swoon. Maybe it’s because we get to say...
Ed Myatt: Master Craftsman
In its fourth year, the popular Community Garden, created by Woodbury Thrives (part of the Woodbury Community Foundation [WCF]) in...
Designing for the Daily Hustle
As the school year kicks off, families everywhere are shifting gears—from lazy summer mornings to packed lunches, permission slips and evening...
Readers’ Choice Voting Opens September 8
We want to hear what you think, Readers! Make your voice heard by helping us choose the Readers’ Choice winning photograph in the 27th annual Focus...
Vintage Finds at the Heritage House
Does this vintage popcorn popper look familiar to anyone? I am old enough to remember my family using this to make popcorn at home before the...
“The Rose Code”
In 1940 England, three women find themselves at the center of Bletchley Park, where the best of the British work to decode German messages. Osla, a...
Healthy Smoothies To Start Your Day Right
Getting out the door in the morning for work, school or otherwise can present some challenges, and it’s important to fuel up for the day ahead....
Meet a Passionate Volunteer
“I have a passion for volunteering, largely instilled by my mother and grandmothers,” says Kathy Schakel-Carlson, a manufacturing engineer at 3M....
“The Day You Begin”
“There will be times when you walk into a room and no one there is quite like you.” Walking into a new place where you don’t know anyone, and no one...
Slides Galore at Slick City
Minnesota is home to the world’s first indoor dry-slide and air court park, Slick City, opened by co-owners Mike and Annie Kelly in Maple Grove....
