’Tis the season—for fresh flowers! Readers, I have furry friends at home, so my flower choices are more limited than not. But that doesn’t stop me...
June 2026
Learn Something New on the Juneteenth Trail Walks
The City of Woodbury hosts commemorative trail walks. Last June, a routine stroll through the park turned into an unexpected learning experience for...
Meet the Woodbury Co-Authors of “Hi, Worry, Bye, Worry!”
A mother/daughter duo release the final book in their series. For Elizabeth Weiss Verdick, watching her daughter, Olivia Rae Heerman, follow in her...
Your Wedding, Our Pages
This beautiful time of year brings coral bells and wedding bells! And, as you know, every wedding celebration starts with a special announcement. We...
Recipes That Make the Most Out of the Mighty Mango
Mango, one of the world’s most popular fruits, is used often to enhance a variety of savory dishes, providing a balance of acidity, sweetness and a...
In the Bushes
“My dog, Wrigley, spent the summer chasing a rabbit that had taken up residence in my backyard. Wrigley would investigate the landscaping until she...
Butterfly Magic
“On this particular day, I was walking around where I knew people put out different plants for the pollinators,” hobby photographer Steven Meisel...
A Moment for Mah Jongg
Local residents share their passion with a growing community of players. Every Monday from 1 to 4 p.m., the Prairie Room at Woodbury’s Central Park...
The Story Behind Made on Manning
A farm stand offers fresh-baked goods and flower bouquets. Never in her wildest dreams did Sarah Olfelt think she would own and operate her own...
Embark on Adventures With SoWashCo’s Adults 50+ Trips and Tours
SoWashCo Schools Community Education offers curated itineraries to encourage lifelong learning and social engagement. After just finishing a holiday...
Targeted Breath Work Offers Key Supports to the Nervous System
Grief doesn’t ask for permission; it simply shows up. Being unpredictable is partly what makes grief so unwieldy, but the other challenge is the...
Saint Therese Celebrates its 10th Anniversary
The Saint Therese (sainttherese.org) community celebrated its 10th anniversary with a full day of activities. It began with donuts and coffee,...
Walk Down Memory Lane at Nostalgia Vintage & Things
An area store curates a collection of antique and vintage items. A collected look—that’s how Jim Midtlien describes his home. From authentic Murano...
Jim Midtlien on How To Design a Harmonious Home
Jim Midtlien of Vintage Nostalgia & Things, LLC, finds that people of all ages are shopping for antique and vintage home décor and housewares....
Bricks & MiniFigs Offers a New Way to Lego
Bricks & Minifigs is the newest toy store in the area, having opened its Woodbury doors in December. The shop is unlike any other in the area,...
