Join the MNHS 175 History Hunt

Journey through Minnesota’s history for a chance to win awesome prizes in the Minnesota Historical Society’s (MNHS) History Hunt. Part of their 175th anniversary celebration,…
Fiddlin’ Around at Fort Road Folk Fest

Despite the stormy weather, fans of folk music were treated to a full day of live music July 13 at the Fort Road Folk Fest.…
The Wisdom of “The Alchemist”

I was excited to read this book following many good recommendations about it. And I was not disappointed. As I read this book, I was…
Highland District Council August 2024

Music at the Bridge on August 8 Live music, family-friendly activities and food trucks near the water feature in Highland Bridge. Music by Teddy Holidays…
West Fest was a blast

Hundreds of West Enders came out to enjoy food, music, history and neighbors at the first annual West Fest on 7th on June 8. The…
Lake Elmo Inn Owners to Open New Restaurant at Union Depot

The award-winning restauranteurs behind Lake Elmo Inn are opening a new restaurant at Union Depot in St. Paul. Owners Chef John and Christine Schiltz and…
“The War That Saved My Life” is heart wrenching, masterful

A few weeks ago I found myself in a reading slump, and although Goodreads still has me many books behind on my reading schedule (don’t…
Highland District Council July 2024

Thursdays in Highland: Outdoor movie and pizza Outdoor games, free pizza and a movie on Thursday, July 18 at 6:30 p.m. at Sibley Manor Apartments…
Circus Juventas celebrates 30 years under the big top

Rachel Butler Norris’ parents didn’t have a typical job when she was a kid. When she was school-aged, her parents started an afterschool circus class…