Education

Every Day a New Learning Journey

Crème de la Crème fuels bright young minds through playful learning, where imagination guides every step of the day. Article by Annie Doran | Photography by Provided Imagine a place where your toddler might be bowling one hour, mixing up something delicious in a culinary kitchen the next, and reporting the weather from the news station after that. At Crème de la Crème in Maple Grove, this kind of day isn’t a fantasy. It’s part of the rhythm that makes learning feel like play. From a young...

Education

It Takes Community!

Working together to build a future for the students who will shape what comes next. Article by Marilou Grondin | Photography by Ryan Siemers Photography Education is about more than books and tests. It is about preparing the next generation to lead, create, and thrive. We spoke with four local voices shaping that journey: a teacher, a graduate, an administrator, and a school board member. Their insights reflect the heart of learning and the hope we carry into the future. Staci Edworthy ...

Food + Beverage

The Better Bowl

Looks like dessert, tastes like sunshine, and delivers the kind of feel-good fuel you’ll crave. Article by Annie Doran | Photography by Ryan Siemers Photography Who doesn’t love a frozen treat that tastes like summer and also good for you too? At Nautical Bowls in Maple Grove, that joy keeps people coming back. Step inside and you're met with upbeat music, a beachy vibe that lifts your mood. But behind the fun vibe is a story rooted in friendship, purpose, and a strong commitment to the...

Style + Beauty

Let Them Wear What They Want

The Beauty of Letting Kids Define Their Style Article by Amy Seeman, Fashion Stylist I remember the exact day I gave up the battle over buttons. My child, once happy to wear whatever I picked out, suddenly refused to put on a shirt because it had buttons. Buttons, of all things. There was no grand explanation. Just a firm, “I don’t like how it feels.” That tiny moment marked the beginning of an evolution, not just for their wardrobe but for how I parented. Up until then, I approached getting...