White Bear Lake is a sea of creatives. In this artistic community, two of my favorite artists are Allen Christian and Mary Jane LaVigne. Known...
Lifestyle
Mahtomedi Area Green Initiative Paves The Way to a Greener Community
Area sustainability group works toward a safer, eco-friendly future. As summer begins on the shores of White Bear Lake, the beauty of this land...
Local Company Womaness Supports Women Through Menopause
Taking the “pause” out of menopause. The secret is out. Menopause exists. And though it’s yet another taboo that women tend to keep to...
The White Bear Book Club Discusses Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine
Eleanor Oliphant is definitely not fine. As a result of a difficult upbringing steeped in tragedy, Eleanor creates a safe life for herself with...
Pressed Flower Shop Turns Flowers into Timeless Art
Local business brings new life to pressed blooms. After a warm mid-summer afternoon spent picking dandelions in their yard, the two eldest Torrez...
Narrow Road Van Conversions Create Self-Contained Vans
Vanlife is changing the way we live and travel. Picture this. You drive up a dusty gravel road, traveling through tall evergreens. As the road goes...
White Bear Center for the Arts Hosts an International Plein Air Contest
While the White Bear Center for the Arts (WBCA) building was closed during the pandemic, its operations were definitely not. As the building...
Pop the Cork on Crémant
Let’s lift a glass to spring entertaining and celebrations. Popping the cork on a bottle of bubbly can fill a room with celebratory spirits. As we...
Channeling Aloha
Sweet Mana sources clean beauty for body and planet. Blending a passion for healthy living with a love for nature, Maplewood resident Jamie Tatreau...
Simply Entertain
I love to entertain, whether it’s for a planned dinner or an impromptu gathering of friends. Here are my rules and some go-to wines that make this...
Dogs in Bandanas
Give your pup a refresh this spring with this local eco-conscious product. If you’ve struggled to find drool-worthy accessories for your fluffy...
More Than A Cup of Coffee
A generation gathers at Keys Café each week for a morning sip and conversation. Every Tuesday morning at Keys Café starts the same as it has for...
Home Sweet Home
“There’s no place like home,” proclaims Dorothy Gale in The Wizard of Oz. Our homes are the foundation of all of our hopes and dreams while exuding...
Aging Fearlessly
Emboldened women are embracing their grey hair like never before. Confident. Authentic. Risk-taker. These are just a few words Laura Saatzer of Pine...
A Doggone Good Time
North Paws Canine Services prepares dogs for summer adventures. Warm weather and adventure go hand-in-hand, or should we say paw-in-hand? Get your...
Step Into Shape
Revitalize your workout routine with these local options. Who among us hasn’t made the New Year’s resolution to exercise and get in shape? It can be...
Icy Dives for Good Deeds
Supporting the Special Olympics with a splash. Across the state, there are over 8,100 Special Olympics athletes, who put in hard work every year to...
Hobby Hub for Crafters
Get creative with friends and family. Baking sourdough bread. Doing puzzles. Getting puppies. Add crafting to the list of trends we’ve seen uptick...
Drink to Your Health
Enjoy nutritious meal-replacement shakes or supplement after a workout. Whether you’re just waking up or wrapping up a stressful day, stop by Bear...
Just for Guys
Historic shop gives great cuts. Benny’s Barbershop has been a staple in downtown White Bear Lake since 1936, making it one of the oldest businesses...
