It’s the magic of thoughtful décor that transforms ordinary moments into cherished memories. As an interior designer, I’ve witnessed how the power...
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Meet Woodbury Community Foundation’s Jack Clinton
Citizen of Woodbury Jack Clinton visualizes the Woodbury Community Foundation (WCF) as the premier organization helping Woodbury and Washington...
Happy Holiday Hospitality
I’m hosting Thanksgiving for the first time in a very long time. Despite my years of culinary experience, I’m a little nervous. It’s likely there...
A Farmer’s Hands
A farmer’s hands are like no other. Large, gnarled, scarred, calloused, rough with soft palms like a well-worn leather baseball mitt. I had the...
Happy Howl-idays
If you’re hosting guests this November and December, you’ll want to ensure your house and your family are prepared for the rush of it all. Often...
Early Memories
There are so many wonderful memories I have of visiting my grandparent’s farm in Woodbury during my growing up years in the 1950s and 1960s. The...
Cozy Up Your Home for the Colder Months
Let us embrace the essence of hygge to transform our homes into havens of warmth and contentment. Hygge is not just a passing trend; it embodies a...
Designing Your Landscape
It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of interiors when talking about homes. But I argue that nothing makes a home feel more luxurious and...
Norma Lanners’ Legacy of Volunteering
Norma Lanners serves as the Woodbury Community Foundation’s (WCF) back office majordomo; she serves as the administrative lead for the WCF. In this...
Campari Takes the Lead in Delicious Cocktail
Crisp gin and bitter Campari are perfectly balanced with tangy grapefruit juice and rich Concord grape juice in this supremely sippable cocktail....
Hike a New Trail
There’s a new way to enjoy the natural beauty of the east Metro. Belwin Conservancy’s newest trail system, Oxbow Trails, officially opened for...
How to Tackle Fall Planting
Fall is here, which means it’s time to get to planting! That’s right: Fall is a great time to get out in the yard, see what’s missing and fill in...
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue
France, 1714; Adeline (Addie) LaRue, desperate to be free from an arranged marriage, makes a bargain with the Dark for freedom. What Addie doesn’t...
Watermelon and Warm Summer Days
One of my best memories of growing up in the 1950s were the two weeks my sister and I spent in the summer visiting our grandparent’s farm in...
Getting to School Safely
Starting school is an exciting time for both parents/guardians and their children, and one of the most thrilling parts can be riding the school bus....
Christie Denson Shares Passion for Community
Citizen of Woodbury For Christie Denson, Woodbury is the place to build a cause. An entrepreneur, writer and vice chair of the Woodbury Community...
Celebrate Prime Hot Dog Season This Summer
Hot dogs might not require much in the way of my culinary expertise, but they’re fun; and sometimes, I’m all about food just for the fun of it....
Four Ways To Elevate Your Home’s Exterior
The exterior of your home is a great way to showcase your personality and style. It also adds value. Here are some of our favorite suggestions to...
Meet the Woodbury Resident Behind Live Brave
On August 12, Woodbury streets and trails will be filled with the sound of running shoes pounding the pavement. This is the annual Live Brave 5K and...
Help Your Plants Thrive This Summer
Minnesotans make the most of summer, and there are many weekends that Minnesotans spend at the cabin and away from the garden. Follow these two tips...