Edina High School senior Julia Wissink made her Children’s Theatre debut as part of the ensemble in The Wizard of Oz, which ran through June....
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No, Your 8-Year-Old Can’t Paint That
On my podcast, Drink in the Style LIVE, I’ve had the pleasure of interviewing dozens of artists. One question I often ask is, “Does an artist need...
A Taste of Yesteryear
These iced oatmeal cookies are a nostalgic classic made irresistible with soft centers, warm spice and a smooth vanilla glaze. With hearty oats and...
The Golden Images of the Small Screen
In Patricia Finn’s debut novel, The Golden Boy, Stafford Hopkins lives with his wife, Agnes, on Maui, Hawaii, in a secure, gated community. Their...
“Lake Effect” Showcases Suburbs in the ’70s
It is late in fall 1977 as Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney’s third novel, Lake Effect, opens. The newly divorced high school nurse Bess Pfeiffer brings...
A Recipe That’s No Bake, All Delight
These No Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars are the kind of recipe every home cook loves to keep on hand—simple, reliable, healthy and irresistibly...
The Deutschman Family’s Road to Rushmore
One of the most memorable ways to celebrate America’s 250th birthday isn’t with fireworks but with a road trip. For Minnesotans, the drive west to...
From Kid Startup to Storefront Success
What began as a passion project by five 10-year-old girls has grown into a thriving local business. Luca & the Five Girls opened its first store...
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...
Golf, but Make it Modern Vintage
Eagle-eyed golfers may have noticed their favorite course’s logos popping up around town. It’s Heritage Gear’s latest foray into the world of luxury...
This Mediterranean Egg Bake Is a Brunch Classic
With Father’s Day on June 21, we got to thinking: Mothers aren’t the only ones who deserve a decadent breakfast in bed or a lovely brunch served at...
Off the Beaten Path at Edina Parks
Once spring finally arrives, it’s impossible to resist the desire to get outside and go for a walk. The paths at Centennial Lakes Park with new...
“Fonseca” Is an Epic Journey
Jessica Francis Kane’s latest novel, Fonseca, recreates an episode from the life of the Booker Award-winning novelist Penelope Fitzgerald. In 1952,...
A Recipe for Chicken Shawarma, Restaurant Style
This Grilled Chicken Shawarma brings bold, Middle Eastern–inspired flavor to the table with minimal effort and maximum reward. Marinated in a...
“Soyangri Book Kitchen”
When an advanced reader’s copy of Soyangri Book Kitchen arrived in our mailbox, my husband picked it up and finished reading it by the next day. He...
The Art of the Melt
April may be Grilled Cheese Month, but in Edina, we’ve elevated these dairy delights into a humble melt that is worth celebrating year-round....
A World of Magic and Heart
Magic Gems is Edina author Payal Doshi’s newest endeavour. The four-book series is published by Scholastic and comes out April 21. Doshi invites...
“Lizzy the Pizzly”
Sing-songy rhymes and three unusual friends are some of the delightful features in Lizzy the Pizzly, a debut picture book by Edina author Meghan...
Let Curiosity Be Your Guide at 9 Mile Gallery
Art gallery exhibitions can feel intimidating, especially for those without a background in fine art. The thought of attending a gallery event may...
Remembering the Westgate
For 84 years, the Westgate Theater at the intersection of France Avenue and Sunnyside Road brought Hollywood to Morningside. It opened in 1935 with...
