by Liz Potasek | Aug 1, 2023 | Photo Contest
Local mother captures her three children looking for agates at Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve. Laura Miller spends time in nature, observing flowers, butterflies and insects, and she started documenting her discoveries during the summer of 2019, when it became a...
by Josie Smith | Aug 1, 2023 | Local Makers, Shops
Whether you’re in need of a quick dinner, a beer on a rooftop patio or a week’s worth of groceries, the new Lunds & Byerlys in Apple Valley aims to offer it all when it opens September 14. “We’re bringing the best of everything we have to offer into this store,”...
by Liz Potasek | Aug 1, 2023 | Education, People
The class of 2024 is already making a positive impact on our community. This class was just finishing middle school when COVID-19 seemed to stop time, and they started their high school careers in a world that interacted mostly online. Yet, they’ve found inspiring...
by Liz Potasek | Aug 1, 2023 | Arts, Noteworthy, Outdoors
Meet local artists, buy original artwork or make your own masterpiece at these art events in September: Eagan Art Block The fifth annual Eagan Art Block offers two art-filled weeks throughout the community, full of opportunities to browse through art exhibits, listen...
by Rachael Perron | Aug 1, 2023 | Noteworthy, Recipes
Hot dogs might not require much in the way of my culinary expertise, but they’re fun. Still, I have high taste expectations. In my estimation, the very best tasting dogs start with the best meat. For me, that’s Akaushi, an exclusive Kobe-style waygu beef that’s...
by Jody Carey | Aug 1, 2023 | Education, Outdoors
Maria Stalsberg created an outdoor school to reimagine education during the pandemic. Maria Stalsberg wasn’t planning on homeschooling her four children, but when distance learning started at the beginning of the pandemic, Stalsberg thought, “There has to be a better...
by Liz Potasek | Aug 1, 2023 | Education, Senior Living
Eagan preschool connects generations. When avid birdwatchers Marie and Jerry Soczynski, two residents of Lexington Pointe Senior Living, decided to hang up bird houses near their windows, they realized it might provide a great learning opportunity for their neighbors....
by Kristie Smith | Aug 1, 2023 | Restaurants
This lakeside dining spot offers waterfront views, delicious dishes and more. There are just two seasons at Charlie’s on Prior: ice in or ice out. The lazy days of August are peak ice out season, which means diners enjoy their meal—along with gorgeous lake views—on...
by Liz Potasek | Aug 1, 2023 | Arts
Watch temporary masterpieces made with chalk come to life in Prior Lake. Make your own mark or admire the work of professional chalk artists along Main Avenue in downtown Prior Lake during Chalk Fest. The two-day festival features live music, food trucks and...
by Liz Potasek | Jun 15, 2023 | Community, Outdoors
Fortune Magazine named Eagan the 11th best place for families to live in the United States. It’s the only city in Minnesota that made the annual list of 50 Best Places to Live for Families. “Eagan values green space, and access to parks and trails,” says Eagan...
by Liz Potasek | Jun 1, 2023 | Uncategorized
Maybe I’m doing summer wrong, but I haven’t experienced “the lazy days of summer” since having kids. When they were young, there was nothing lazy about any day as I struggled to keep up with busy little legs, and now that our family has entered the big kid years,...
by Liz Potasek | Jun 1, 2023 | Restaurants
Gary’s Supper Club wants to be your spot for date night—or any night. Whether it’s a Tuesday and you’re already in need of a decent cocktail and a break from kitchen duty, or you’re looking for the perfect spot to mark a big milestone, Gary’s Supper Club aims to be...
by Liz Potasek | Jun 1, 2023 | Arts, Photo Contest
Apple Valley’s Freedom Days culminates with a fireworks display. City of Apple Valley staff snapped this picture at the 56th annual Apple Valley Freedom Days in 2022. The volunteer-run community festival included five days of activities, featuring a carnival, parade,...
by Liz Potasek | Jun 1, 2023 | Arts, Giving Back, Outdoors
Volunteers make the Lakefront Music Fest successful for concertgoers and the community. In its 14th year, the Lakefront Music Fest has become an annual summer tradition in Prior Lake. Featuring two nights of music—one rock ‘n’ roll and one country—and big names—past...
by Kristie Smith | Jun 1, 2023 | Book Club
Lakeville author Loretta Ellsworth remains persistent in her writing practice. The brilliant magic of a picture book can gleefully guide children to new places, challenge young minds through the complex world around them and introduce readers to new friends as they...
