Edina Magazine

13/08/2025

Valley View Middle School principal Patrick Bass is creating an environment where every student belongs. Learn more about Patrick Bass here.

Patrick Bass builds a culture of belonging. At a time when children can feel unmoored, uncertain or on the outside of things, middle school

11/08/2025

Savio and Jenny Nguyen merge their Vietnamese tradition with Western culture at their coffee shop. Learn more about the shop here.

Càphin serves up bold brews with a Vietnamese twist. As second-generation Vietnamese Americans, husband-and-wife duo Savio and Jenny Nguyen

08/08/2025

Embark on a time-traveling adventure at the annual Lighthouse Night and Torchlight Concert on August 10. The event features a barbershop quartet, an Italian organ grinder, magicians, a mechanical man, Model T Fords, penny farthings and a Wurlitzer band organ. Find more details here.

Embark on a time traveling adventure. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to attend a concert from the early 1900s, now is your chance.

06/08/2025

Meet Sebastian Hermann-Campana, a standout Class of 2026 student at Southwest High School (SHS) nominated by Katie Fox of SHS. Learn more about Sebastian here: https://edinamag.com/edinas-class-of-2026-is-full-of-positivity-and-leadership/

04/08/2025

Gregory Rich, owner of 9 Mile Gallery at The District Edina, joins Edina Magazine's columnist team. In his first column, Rich discusses the evolution of art.

Art is unique by definition, but does it need to be completely original to have value? Some argue that all art is either plagiarism or

01/08/2025

Welcome to our annual education issue, Edina! This August, we're meeting the principal behind the Valley View Vibe, getting coached on college application essays and shining the spotlight on some of Edina's amazing high school seniors. Follow the link to explore the new issue.

I will never forget Djamshid Djan Popal’s eyes. He was in pain, and he was afraid. It was 2004, and I was standing outside the Children’s

30/07/2025

Add a tropical twist to your next summer gathering with this Ceviche with Coconut Cream and Avocado recipe from Chef Daniel Green.

Ceviche with Coconut Cream and Avocado is a healthy, carb-free dish that originated in Central and South America. It has a delightful Thai twist, thanks to the coconut cream. If […]

29/07/2025

Joseph Rueter, founder of Vivront, is launching Sharpow, a new mail-in program for at home cooks. Follow the link to learn more about the knife sharpening program, which is available at local Kowalski's Markets now.

Local entrepreneur and owner of Vivront is launching a new mail-in program for struggling chefs. Local founder of Vivront, Joseph Rueter, is

25/07/2025

Noteworthy contributor Kelly Smith outlines five ways to improve your sleep hygiene this summer. Follow the link to read her advice.

Many of us are tired but struggle to sleep. Too often we find ourselves up late and not practicing the good sleep hygiene we need. Here are

23/07/2025

The second annual Tree Recognition Campaign invites residents to nominate their favorite living landmarks in Edina. Follow the link to learn more about Edina’s Energy and Environment Commission celebration of local trees and find out how you can nominate your own favorite tree.

The second annual Tree Recognition Campaign invites residents to nominate their favorites. This month, Edina’s Energy and Environment

21/07/2025

"In 'Act to Impact with Brandi DeVries,' listeners are inspired to transform their inner drive into meaningful action. The Edina resident and current Mrs. Minnesota International has compelling conversations with changemakers, survivors and community leaders ... " Follow the link to continue reading.

In Act to Impact with Brandi DeVries, listeners are inspired to transform their inner drive into meaningful action. The Edina resident and current Mrs. Minnesota International has compelling conversations with […]