Drink ideas for Dry January. Consider taking part in Dry January by not taking part of beverages made with spirits, wine or beer. There are some...
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Share the Love of a Pet This Holiday Season
The holiday season is here. It’s a time to think of others—both humans and pets. Those of us with pets understand the human-pet bond is...
The Gift That Keeps on Growing
At this time of year, we are reminded of family traditions—small acts that can grow in meaning with each consecutive year. It’s the passing of time...
Bringing Local History to You Since ’72
The Excelsior Lake-Minnetonka Historical Society (ELMHS) is celebrating its 50th anniversary, but collecting history in the Lake Minnetonka area...
A Big Batch Beverage Perfect for Holiday Gatherings
Bourbon and Vodka Spiked Holiday Punch 375 ml vodka 375 ml bourbon 4 cups cranberry juice 12 oz. frozen lemonade 12 oz. frozen orange juice 2 liters...
Festive Fun with Mixed Media Artist Andy Ness
Artist Andy Ness has a playful whim with his work, inspired by his travels abroad, his love of amusement parks and the nostalgic glimmer of vintage...
How to Fit Fitness into Your Festivities
Staying on track with your health and wellness during the holiday season can be challenging, considering the full schedule of parties, stress,...
Mindful Eating During the Holidays
As we approach the holiday season, food takes center stage, becoming the star of the show. With parties galore, social commitments and traditional...
Embrace Autumn with Meadow Magic
There is nothing like transitioning into November with the fall foliage that greets us each day. The warmth of garnet reds, glowing oranges and...
Twists and Turns: ‘Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow’
Gabrielle Zevin, author of previous book club favorites, The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry and Young Jane Young, has authored a new novel that will...
The Arboretum Sparkles And Shines This Season
Rather than going dark and dormant for the season, the gardens at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum come alive every year with thousands of lights...
A Toast Worthy Holiday Wine List
This issue features food, wine and entertaining, and I love to entertain—whether it be during a planned dinner or an impromptu gathering. As we roll...
Creepy Cocktails
Halloween isn’t just for the younger set. Prepare some spirited beverages for your over-21 guests at your own trick or treat celebration. The Zombie...
Autumn at the Arb
Fall is one the most popular seasons at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Autumn colors are popping everywhere—from the gardens near the Oswald...
Pre-Trick-or-Treat Snacks to Curb a Sugar Rush
Avoiding the Sugar Scaries can be tricky in October with so many temptations. On Halloween, the average child consumes up to three cups (675 grams)...
Dangerous Liaison: ‘Hour of the Witch’
For those looking for an engaging read for the month of Halloween, New York Times bestselling author Chris Bohjalian’s Hour of the Witch is a...
Upcoming Art Show at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
Art at the Arb. Artists come from all walks of life, but it’s not every day you meet a world-renowned painter with a background in...
The No-Show: A Flighty Valentine’s Date
The No-Show by Beth O’Leary begins with three women being stood up on Valentine’s Day—Siobhan for breakfast, Miranda for lunch and Jane for dinner....
7 Basic Strength Training Tips
When we think of movement as an art form, the images that immediately come to mind are that of an elegant dancer performing on stage. Dance has the...
Stop and Smell the Rosemary
Herbs are one of my all-time gardening favorites because most of them continue to grow and produce all season long. I’ve taken to growing more than...
