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The Nutcracker presented by St. Croix Ballet
The Stillwater Nutcracker, now in its 28th year, is a family-friendly version, choreographed to the music of Tchaikovsky, and follows the traditional story line of the young girl named Clara and her Christmas dream. Our version includes a live narration and the exuberant dancing of children from the age of five through professional level dancers who grace the show with beauty and spirit.
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2018 Lens on St. Croix Valley Winners
People & Families
Summer Smiles & Sweet Corn by Anne Jackson
Wildlife & Nature
Dream by Violet Penman
City Landmarks
Winter Liftbridge by Todd Kockelman
Activities & Events
Minnesota Orchestra Visits Hudson by Michael Huber
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Local Artist Creates Cuddly Imagery with Custom Pet Paintings
Held on the shores of the St. Croix River, the Rivertown Fall Art Festival displays work from over 100 artists who specialize in art forms such as painting, pottery and jewelry. Along with the notable art, festivalgoers will also have access to live music, a beer and wine tent and an eye-catching view.
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This Oktoberfest Season, Enjoy the Fruits of Hudson’s Newest Brewery
Beer-tender Rebecca Lutz has a glint in her eye as we ask which is better: Sapricot or Sapmango? (Both are 4.9 percent ABV S.A.P.s at Hudson’s year-old brewery, Hop & Barrel.) “I like the Sapricot,” she says, “because the apricot flavor is a bit stronger, and I like that.”
It’s a lazy Sunday afternoon—the kind perfect for casually sauntering into the newest brewery—and we’re trying to build a sampler flight, because we’d like to sample all the good beers.
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Head Out to Harvest Fest
Stillwater Harvest Fest is a completely volunteer-run community event committed to supporting and donating to community organizations and nonprofits.
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New Fitness Center Offers Comprehensive Wellness Coaching
Having to leave behind physical activities that you love as you age is something people have accepted over the years. But it doesn’t have to be everyone’s reality. Whether you’re looking to get your golf swing back, shed extra pounds or maintain a healthy lifestyle, Fluid Health & Fitness works with clients to find ways to help them feel their best.
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The Life of Lakeland Bonsai Master Kevin Oshima
At his home-cum-greenhouse complex in Lakeland, Kevin Oshima does not have a television or a computer. He does have somewhere between 6,000 and 10,000 bonsai plants, along with a household of exotic objects collected over a half century of traveling the world. “Every picture, every rug, every lamp, the piano, down to the toilet seat, is from somewhere else,” he says.
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Alpine Ski Team Carves Its Place in History
The St. Croix Valley is home to several downhill ski areas. This means tons of talent gets developed as families spend time together at their local recreational ski hill. For more talented skiers, Alpine race teams offer exciting opportunities and challenges. This past year, the Stillwater Area High School (SAHS) boys and girls Alpine teams captured their respective section titles and the girls’ team won the Minnesota state championship.
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Addiction Treatment Program Caters to Older Adults
Addiction is a disease that doesn’t discriminate based on age, race, gender or income. It can happen to anyone including senior citizens.
Silver Sobriety is an outpatient treatment program for seniors founded by Stillwater residents Peter Oesterreich and Win Miller. It offers affordable, non-residential recovery services designed for older adults.
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