After you’ve removed the jack-o-lanterns from your front steps, does the idea of decorating the outside of your home feel like a daunting task? Does hanging the wreath that’s adorned your door for years look more bedraggled than bedazzling? Read more about Local Decorators Highlight DIY Tips and New Trends in Outdoor Holiday Decoration
With December snow glistening throughout town and festive Christmas lights and sounds in the streets, Afton will once again welcome the public to its celebrated Village Holiday weekend. The event will take place Dec. 4–5 and will include fun for the entire family. Some main attractions this year include a Candlelight Night, where the downtown is given a romantic spin under candlelight with wine tastings, as well as a Family Day celebration featuring games and photos with Santa Claus. Read more about It Takes a Village
Cheryl and Dennis Kelly of Stillwater attended the Guinness Academy in Dublin during a trip to Ireland in April. Read more about Travel Log: Cheers from Dublin
This holiday season, beginning Nov. 27, downtown Stillwater will be a twinkling, festive backdrop for events and activities for people of all ages. Read more about Home in Stillwater for the Holidays
The Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau is set to host the Hudson Tour of Homes and Craft Sale on Nov. 20–22, which marks the 30th year of the St. Croix Valley tradition. This year, there will be four homes on display.
“It’s a great opportunity for the public to see some local homes that are decked out [for the season],” says Andrea Jorgenson, director of communications and programs for the Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau. “It’s a fun weekend that encourages creativity and new ideas for home decoration.” Read more about Deck the Halls with Hudson't Tour of Homes
As people prepare for their Thanksgiving feastS, local wineries in the St. Croix Valley are offering the chance for wine lovers to scout out some of the most delicious wines to grace their holiday tables. Read more about The Perfect Combination
Stillwater’s interpretation of a timeless classic is celebrating its 25th anniversary this season.
The St. Croix Ballet’s annual production of The Nutcracker has become a Stillwater-area tradition over the years. This year, it is expected to bring more holiday cheer than ever before.
“We really want to celebrate these last 25 years,” says Susan Hovey, director of St. Croix Ballet. “Every year there is something new and exciting with this show, and that’s something people really like to see.” Read more about St. Croix Ballet’s Nutcracker Celebrates 25 Years on Stage
In the November issue get tips on how to spruce up the exterior of your home for the Holidays and hit the slopes with Afton Alps as they make a major transformation with Vail Resorts. Read more about November 2015 St. Croix Valley Magazine
It's the 6th annual Caramelpalooza festival! Event features free dessert sauce tastings, homemade caramel apples, caramel corn with bacon, 15 kinds of caramel confections, live music all day, appearance by CaramElvis, petting zoo, entertainment for kids, "Creepy Corners" where you can take selfies with costumed characters, hot chocolate and hot food on site. Presented by St. Croix Chocolate Company. Free to attend and park. Read more about Caramelpalooza: A celebration of all things caramel!
While artist Melissa Belanger has always had a passion for artistic expression and a love for Halloween, it was only recently that she focused her creativity on the October 31 holiday. Rather than capturing fright, Belanger’s art celebrates Halloween delights.
“My version of Halloween is certainly a lot more cheerful and nostalgic,” the Hudson artist says. “Halloween has become so gruesome and violent in recent years, and that’s not what I’m all about.” Read more about Hudson Artist Melissa Belanger’s Art Captures the Nostalgic Spirit of Halloween
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