January/February 2020

Need a fresh start? This issue provides opportunities for changes in outlooks, the way we care for others and ourselves, personal style, artistic endeavors and more!

A hockey stick and puck rest in front of the net on an ice rink in Maple Grove.

Carson Blumer took a photography assignment from Maple Grove Senior High and turned it into a winner.

 
The counter at Olfactory Scent Studio, one of the best Valentine's Day dates in Maple Grove.

Dinner out is a great way for couples to get away and connect, but Maple Grove is also filled with other fantastic Valentine's Day date spots!

 
A woman models a Promesa cardigan from Tula Boutique

Brieanna Groves, Maple Grove mother of three, is pursuing her fashion dreams as the owner of online store Tula Boutique.

 
A girl poses for senior pictures taken by Any Angle Photography

Kristin Jones of Any Angle Photography says senior pictures are more about the experience than the photos.

 
Dan McAvey works on an acrylic pouring painting.

Two years ago, Dan McAvey quit his job as director of residential life and housing at St. John’s University in Collegeville to follow his artistic dreams.

 
Mary Molstad and Kathy English at the Comfort Keepers National Day of Joy 2019

Osseo company provides assistance, support to caregivers.

 
Jasmine Holt and Morgan Bosacker, co-presidents of BC2M at Maple Grove Senior High.

Essence One and BC2M are the financial sponsors for Maple Grove Senior High's mental health awareness club.

 
An espresso martini

Stop dreaming of summer, and embrace winter—one warm sip at a time.

 
A curated closet

Style blogger Anuschka Rees offers tips for cleaning your closet and shopping smart in "The Curated Closet."

 
A woman browses the best podcast apps on her phone

As it turns out, all podcast apps are not created equal. Here are some of the best.

 
A clean kitchen with clutter-free countertops.

Kitchen countertops are a magnet for clutter—a dumping zone for the entire family. Follow these steps to maintain a clutter-free kitchen.

 
The leaves of an indoor plant

The long winter season is hard to endure when there is little to no green for us to look at outside. Why not bring the green inside?

 
Sarah Hanley, author of "Matka"

Sarah Hanley and her debut novel, Matka, were featured in our September 2019 issue.

 
An educational medal

Providence Academy announced that Sara Anne Festin of Maple Grove was named a National Merit Commended Student.