August/September 2019

Education is top of mind this time of year. But so is the goal of clinging to what’s left of summer. We bring you the best of both in this issue of St. Croix Valley Magazine.

Summer is fleeting in the St. Croix Valley. But folks know how to have fun all year round in these parts. Sponsored by the Hudson Rotary Club, this annual wintertime event, held this year on February 16th, helps local non-profits and groups raise money for their organizations.

 
The American Museum of Asmat Art

The Twin Cities offer a broad stroke selection of art museums.

 
U.S. Bank Stadium, the home stadium of the Minnesota Vikings

Take your pick - Lynx, Timberwolves, Twins, United FC, Vikings and Wild. And that's just the pro sports teams in Minnesota.

 
A performance of "Dirty Business" at History Theatre in St. Paul

There are more than 200 theater venues in the Twin Cities featuring plays, musicals, comedy, improv and more.

 
A newly remodeled home in the fall.

A collection of local plumbers, designers, builders and more.

 
A wall covered in blue mural paper.

While architectural elements and furniture are often the go-to focal points, a single wall can hold its own with bold color or statement wallpaper.

 
Lighting as functional art in home decor

Functional art brightens lighting options.

 
Bleached wood, a trendy Fall flooring option

Carpet remains a top seller in the flooring market, but there are plenty of other flooring options for homeowners.

 
Oysters on ice at Manger in Bayport.

The types, the toppings and the technique: here's a primer on how to eat oysters.

 
A pizza from Manger, a new restaurant in Bayport.

Chef Mike Willenbring and his wife Nicole, a businesswoman, opened Manger after he spent years at Revé in Stillwater.

 
The Minnesota Orchestra plays a Concert in the Park in Hudson.

The community came together last summer for the Minnesota Orchestra's Concert in the Park.

 
A father and daughter admire art at the Spirit of the St. Croix Art Festival, one of many local fall art festivals.

Fall is the season of the arts in the St. Croix Valley, as evidenced by the myriad fantastic local festivals.

 
Stillwater High School student Maddie Whittington, a member of the 2019 Senior Spotlight.

This Stillwater High School student is extremely interested in studying nutrition and exercise alongside mental health.

 
Hudson High School student Charlie Neuenschwander, a member of the 2019 Senior Spotlight

This Hudson High School student wants to study environmental engineering so he can tackle "some of the world's most difficult challenges."

 
Miriam Cooper, a student at St. Croix Preparatory Academy and a member of the 2019 Senior Spotlight

St. Croix Preparatory Academy's Miriam Cooper has a desire to see the world and learn by traveling.

 
J.R. Hunter's sailboat sailing on the St. Croix River. Hunter docks the boat at Bayport Marina.

For the third straight summer, J.R. Hunter is spending as much time as possible sailing the St. Croix River on his 34-foot Catalina sailboat, docked at Bayport Marina.

 
A little girl looks at the books in a Little Free Library.

New book illustrates how to create and curate your own Little Free Library.

 
A boat cruise on the St. Croix River.

Enjoy the views of the majestic St Croix River. Our area is spoiled for choice when it comes to cruises. Whether it’s a regular trip up and down the river, or a themed cruise, there is something for everyone.

 
A native prairie in Minnesota, cared for by the local chapter of the Prairie Enthusiasts.

Evanne Hunt wears a yellow protective suit while she carefully watches a fire burn a strip of the native prairie she’s volunteered to protect over the past 25 years.

 
The compass on a sailboat at one of the sailing schools in the St. Croix Valley.

There are several sailing schools in the St. Croix Valley area that provide classes for children, teens and adults, from beginner to expert level.

 
A row of various beauty products on a pink background.

The Hudson salon's experts dish out advice on dry hair, fall trends, going grey and must-have purse items.

 
Sarah Kubler, founder of Confection Cotton Candy, stands by a cotton candy cart, available for events in Wisconsin and Minnesota.

Confection Cotton Candy offers original flavors, a cart for events and sealed bags for party favors or gifts.

 
A stack of books at Valley Bookseller.

Valley Bookseller's Rachael Johnson recommends a funny summer read, plus a handful of events at the store.