The Kowalski Family Celebrates 40 Years in White Bear Lake
If you ask any Twin Citian to free-associate with the words “grocery store” or “supermarket,” there are likely just a few names that come up—and...
Two Holiday Recipes To Bring to the Table
The Kowalski’s Markets team shares one of their favorite holiday recipes. Prime Rib Roast This recipe comes from Joe Crow, meat and seafood director...
At Home With the Kowalskis
Leona Rose Interiors curates a distinctive holiday tablescape that embraces family and tradition. To be a holiday host is to take on an important...
McNeely Music Center Is Elevating the Arts
At McNeely Music Center, Manitou Fund creates a future-forward teaching space to connect the East Metro. White Bear Lake’s flourishing arts district...
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Kowalski’s Markets
Our markets were created out of our family's love and passion for delicious, healthy foods and inspired by families looking for a place where they'd love to shop and be proud to call their own. The flow of our markets is designed to be easy and convenient. The environment is relaxed and well organized. It's the kind of place you'll feel comfortable running into for a quick gift or a forgotten item. Most importantly, it's a place where you can shop at your own pace, mingle freely with staff and friends, and discover something new each time you visit. Whether it's your first time shopping...
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The Bread Church
At White Bear Lake United Methodist Church, a community bread oven is a cornerstone of a mission to care. The traditional brick oven was built by...
A Book for Foodies
While you may know Stanley Tucci from his work on screen, he is just as passionate about food as he is acting. His 2024 memoir, What I Ate in One...
Holiday Family Dynamics 101
The holidays are a time for togetherness, giving back and enjoying family time, but sometimes drama and miscommunication can arise. Navigating...
Enduring Hostess Gifts
A great hostess gift doesn’t just say “thank you”—it paints a portrait of thoughtfulness and, more often than not, a bit of the giver’s personality....
Events
Relational Wisdom 360: Going Beyond Emotional Intelligence
Liberty Classical Academy presents Ryan Ward from Relational Wisdom 360 to speak on the key elements related to developing relational wisdom and...
White Bear Lake Gazebo Lighting
An enchanted evening of lights, laughter, and local cheer. Join us at 5 p.m. on November 19 at Railroad Park as we light up the park and Gazebo. We...
Leave a Light On: A community lantern window for Family Service Center
Make two leaf-lit LED paper lanterns—one to take home, one to light our community window for the Family Service Center of Ramsey County. Quick,...
Fast Before the Feast
Kids turkey dash, 5K and 10K along White Bear Lake. Custom molded finisher medals. Donuts and cupcakes from Blue Sky Bakery at the finish and hot...
“WBCA Members’ Exhibition” Community Reception
Support local art at this open-house event celebrating the annual White Bear Center for the Arts Members Exhibition, on display in the Ford Fam-ily...
In This Issue
Welcome to the November/December 2025 Issue
As time passes, it’s beautiful to recognize the moments that become memories. I think it’s one of the most brilliant parts of aging, collecting core memories and recalling them with friends and...
The Bread Church
At White Bear Lake United Methodist Church, a community bread oven is a cornerstone of a mission to care. The traditional brick oven was built by members of the church in 2010 after former pastor...
Let’s Dish Expands Its Ready-To-Bake Options
When the holiday season kicks into high gear, the heat is on—especially in the kitchen. Meal preparation can feel like it’s on a never-ending rotation. Cooking food for a celebration here or there...
Fall on Echo Lake
Mahtomedi resident David Marsh took up photography as a hobby a decade ago. Marsh says his interest in capturing wildlife and landscapes “gives me something to do” in retirement. This award-winning...
Two Holiday Recipes To Bring to the Table
The Kowalski’s Markets team shares one of their favorite holiday recipes. Prime Rib Roast This recipe comes from Joe Crow, meat and seafood director at Kowalski’s Markets. prime all-natural rib...
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