If beer isn’t your thing, have no fear. There are plenty of other delicious drinks to choose from when celebrating Oktoberfest. We like to lean into...
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Visit the Arboretum Glass Pumpkin Patch
This time of year, the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is known for its elaborate displays of pumpkins, squash and gourds. With more than 400...
Take Note
Music is an important aspect to Hispanic culture. I love the idea of Mel Tudisco’s paintbrush dancing across the canvas as it inhabits bold hues and...
“How Not to Drown in a Glass of Water: A Novel” by Angie Cruz
CIara Romero is a 58-year-old Dominican, struggling to keep her apartment in a gentrifying Washington Heights neighborhood. At the height of the...
Head of the Class
Do you remember your favorite teacher? While it’s been many years since Miss Ella M. Stratton led her classroom, the memory of her remains by way of...
Partners in Parenting Delivers Important Information
Local educator offers class for parents to be. The blush of new parenthood should paint those early days for new and growing families with...
Fuel Rules for Young Athletes
It is important to fuel your young athlete’s body to optimize performance and support overall health and growth. Aim for balance that includes...
“Warrior Girl Unearthed” Explores Native History
Angeline Boulley brings Warrior Girl Unearthed as teenager Perry Firekeeper-Birch plans to spend her summer doing nothing until her aunt makes her...
The Dish on Back to School Recipes
It’s about that time when home kitchens ramp up breakfast, “cold” lunch and after-school snack repertoires as students get back into the learning...
Hennepin County Library’s Top Reads of 2023
Each year, the Hennepin County Library reviews the list of most checked out books. Across the system, more than 10.7 million books were checked out...
Sips of the Summer
What’s the best way to beat the heat? Sometimes, it comes by way of tart meets fruity, a pinky batch beverage or a lemonade (adult style) to punch...
Gardening Guide for the Summer
In the heat of the summer, watering gardens and trees can become an important task. There are a number of simple techniques we can employ to...
Recipe To Get in on the Crêpe Craze
Spencer Olson describes one of his most requested recipes as “absolutely delicious.” And if you want to hop on the crêpe cake craze, try his...
Indoor Zoomies Gives Pups the Runaround
It might not be a bad idea to give your dog the runaround. Thanks to Indoor Zoomies, an indoor dog park in Minnetonka, there’s a local option that...
“Freewater” Shares Homer’s History
Freewater by Amina Luqman-Dawson, a Newbery and Coretta Scott King award-winning book, is officially a middle grade novel (ages 8–12), but it makes...
Dress up Healthier Burgers
Grilling seems to be a go-to option when celebrating Father’s Day. This year, how about serving a different option of the classic burger? With...
A Novel Bourbon Cocktail
The Wilde Oscar cocktail is a tasty take on an old fashioned with a literary twist. Wilde Oscar (single serving) 1 ½ oz. Bulleit Bourbon 1 oz....
Shaken, Not Stirred Martini
With it being National Martini Month, it seems only fitting that we toast one of the drink’s most famous onscreen versions. Author Ian Fleming...
Artist Adam Turman Presents Latest Show at the Arboretum
Twin Cities artist, muralist and printmaker Adam Turman is coming to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum May 9 through July 14 with a solo show, Did...
LAGO Creates Coasters Perfect for Boating
Who knew that a sunset boat ride around Lake Minnetonka, complete with Aperol Spritzes, would lead to a product launch—meet LAGO. During a cruise on...
