Home + Design

Huge Improvements

A Story of Craft, Heart, and Humor Article by Annie Doran | Photography by Ryan Siemers Photography How It All Began It is funny how a single suggestion can reveal the path you were meant to take. For Eugene and Michelle Kizzier, that moment arrived during a conversation with friends who were house hunting yet still deeply attached to their Maple Grove home. The couple loved their neighborhood but struggled with their split-level kitchen and dining room layout. When Eugene and Michelle...

Home Services

Rethinking Kitchen Cabinets: RTA vs. Custom

Why today’s RTA cabinetry often matches custom quality while offering smarter timelines and better overall value. Article by Annie Doran | Photography by Ryan Siemers Photography Rethinking Kitchen Cabinets: RTA vs. Custom For many homeowners, cabinetry is one of the most important decisions in a kitchen remodel. Cabinets set the tone for the space, shape how it functions day to day, and often represent one of the largest investments in the entire project. For years, the conversation around...

Fitness

Revolutionary Sports

Bringing the Love of Sports to All Children Article by David Scheller | Photography by Provided 1998 . Coach John, fresh out of college, coaching soccer full time. 2001 . Coach John, hired to coordinate a neighborhood soccer league in Minneapolis, and then a kindergarten program, followed by a preschool program. Later that very same year, Coach John was chosen by the city’s Park and Recreation Board to coach soccer year round, for a program that would soon become citywide, encompass...

Home + Design

Sidewalks Done Right

Repair it or replace it, knowing the right move for your sidewalk Article by Annie Doran | Photography by Provided Sidewalks rarely make the to do list until one suddenly tries to trip you. Some issues can be solved with smart repairs that lift, level, and extend the life of existing concrete, while others call for full replacement. In this issue, we explore when repair makes sense and when starting fresh is the better long term solution for homeowners. Sidewalk Repair with DBS Sidewalk...

Travel

Travel that Feels Like Home

Cultural immersion is redefining modern luxury and meaningful travel Article by Amy Gale Maloney | Photography by Provided Immersive travel has shaped my journey to where I am today, guiding how I curate meaningful experiences that define modern luxury in travel. Luxury is not about how fancy a hotel is, but about access to exclusive experiences and a true sense of place wherever you go. It is about feeling connected, welcomed, and transformed by where you are. I grew up in a family that...

Food + Beverage

A Fresh Idea Takes Root

Freshly Leaf is where tea becomes art, stories unfold, and creative events bring people together. Article by Annie Doran | Photography by Ryan Siemers Photography If your drink can change colors, spark conversation, and taste amazing, you are probably at Freshly Leaf. Since opening its doors in Maple Grove, Freshly Leaf has become known for blending creativity, culture, and flavor into an experience that feels both joyful and intentional. Freshly Leaf began in 2021 with its first location in...

Food + Beverage

Nothing Bundt Cakes

From first bites to meaningful celebrations, this bakery brings people together through beautifully made bundt cakes, thoughtfully baked and consistently delicious. Article by Annie Doran | Photography by Provided A Sweet Beginning There are certain flavors you never forget. For Rinda Norberg, it was a lemon bundtlet tasted during a visit to her sister in Houston, Texas. One bite was all it took. Even after returning home, that cake lingered in her thoughts, quietly planting the seed for...

Arts + Culture

Celebrating the Heart of Maple Grove

Stories of Connection and Community Article by Amy Gale Maloney Maple Grove is more than a city! It’s a community where people are seen, heard, and supported. From local businesses to parks, events, and family traditions, the heartbeat of this city is shaped by the people who love it. Here are some of the residents who embody the spirit of Maple Grove and the values that make it a special place to call home. JULIE DANIELSON "We are grateful to Maple Grove because it’s awesome that they...

Local Services

Care at Work Locally

Sharing the meaningful ways CROSS Services provides food and hope Article by Sara Summers Johnson | Photography by Provided by Cross Services We are proud to partner with CROSS Services because we see the difference they make in the Maple Grove area every day. From helping families put food on the table to offering support during unexpected seasons of need, their work shows up in real, tangible ways. Where Compassion Meets Action   Thriving communities don’t happen by accident. They are...

Fitness

Experience Pure Barre

Discover a low impact and high intensity workout that builds confidence and offers motivating classes supported by a welcoming community. Article by Annie Doran | Photography by Russell Heeter Photography For many people, barre brings to mind ballet shoes, studio mirrors, or the idea that it is a workout meant only for very fit people or just for women. Pure Barre Maple Grove breaks that stereotype in the first five minutes of class. The energy is upbeat, the movements are surprisingly...