This has been a year of cancelled, postponed and uncertain travel plans, and if you can’t escape to somewhere warm and sunny, don’t waste time...
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Author Provides an Enjoyable Take on Modern Romance
This month’s recommendation is for the romantics! Jasmine Guillory has become the queen of contemporary romance, and her novels are delightful. Her...
Club’s focus moves from suffrage to citizenship
After women won the right to vote in 1920, the Woman’s Club of Lake Minnetonka (WCLM) made sure its members and other women in the community were...
Bundle Up and Lace Up
Glide into January with outdoor fun. Whether you can perform a toe loop, Lutz or Salchow or gingerly edge your way along the boards, outdoor ice...
For Your Collection
“The Boxer by artist Richard Merchán is a beautiful representation of his loose impressionistic approach fueled by strategic hints of color...
Get This ‘Truly Unique’ Bourbon at Wayzata Wine and Spirits
This bourbon from Old Forester comes in at 90 proof with rich notes of caramel, vanilla and baking spices. Let’s take a look at a wonderful whiskey,...
What to Read: ‘Winter Street’ is a Heartwarming, Festive Read
Elin Hilderbrand’s entire Winter Street series, beginning with 2014’s "Winter Street", is a sure bet to be a holiday crowd-pleaser. With December’s...
What Emotional Seeds Are You Planting?
When you plant positive emotional seeds, you grow and reap the rewards. The end of 2020 is in sight, and I think it’s safe to say that, for most of...
Preserve Your Summer Harvest for an Unexpected Winter Treat
As the long darkness of winter sets in, many of us dream of summer. As the long darkness of winter sets in, many of us dream of summer. But when...
Give Yourself the Gift of Travel
Set aside some time before or after the holidays to restore yourself. We can’t possibly discuss the holiday season without encouraging travel for...
5 Tips for Being a Great Dinner Guest
Impress your hosts by following these five easy guidelines. Over the years, I’ve shared strategies for hosting holiday parties, but the hardest part...
Use Your Vacation Days—Travel Keeps You Healthy
Travel is not a luxury—it’s essential for a healthy life. We can’t begin a travel column without recognizing that many of you reading this have left...
How Do Animals Stay Warm in Winter?
The few animals that stay in Minnesota and above ground in the winter all utilize tried-and-true elements to stay warm. As the season of cold starts...
Most of Minnesota’s Game Birds Can Be Traced Back to Big Island
The Big Island Game Farm brought Minnesota its most iconic game bird, the ring-necked pheasant. In 1915, Frank Blair, a conservationist with the...
What to Read: ‘Always the Last to Know’ by Kristan Higgins
Kristan Higgins's trademark blend of humor and heart is on excellent display in "Always the Last to Know". As the holidays approach and family...
Try This Thanksgiving Wine from Napa Valley’s Oldest Winery
Treat yourself and guests to Charles Krug’s sauvignon blanc, featuring all Napa fruit. Look no further for your Thanksgiving dinner wine...
Focusing on Yourself After Raising a Family
Writer and podcast host Natalie Webster spent her entire adult life raising other people. Now she's only got one focus - herself. Halloween is a...
Keep the Lights on While You Read This Month’s Book Pick
"The Sun Down Motel" by Simone St. James is perfect for people seeking a spooky read. This time of year, many readers find themselves reaching for...
Our Wine Expert Recommends a Bold Take on a Classic Pinot Noir
Juggarnaut Russian River couples rich berry flavor with a smoothness and delicate balance of oak. I’ve chosen a new producer, but a classic...
How to Keep Your Houseplants Healthy
Caring for houseplants is easier than you think. Surround yourself with nature, even when you’re indoors. Houseplants can have benefits beyond their...
