Maple Grove Magazine

11/21/2025

From serving as a news anchor and morning show host for WCCO to hosting his podcast, DeRusha Eats, Jason DeRusha is always looking to expand his skillset—and his audience. In our latest issue, DeRusha gives us a first-hand look at how he got to where he is today. Read the story here: https://maplegrovemag.com/opportunity-knocks-for-jason-derusha/

11/20/2025

Thousands of members offer aid to the community via Maple Grove Giving Connection. Learn more about the nonprofit here.

Thousands of members offer aid to the community. The holiday season is known as a time to give back to your neighbors and community, but

11/19/2025

"I believe art is a spiritual process, and sometimes my hand takes over and the magic happens," says Stefanie Schmidt, artist behind "Failing Visibility," pictured here. Learn more about her piece here.

“Painted entirely by emotion, mostly frustration, I smeared acrylic paint, and I wet down my canvas in an angry fashion. I worked quickly,” says fine artist Stefanie Schmidt. “When I […]

11/13/2025

Get into the holiday spirit with party tips and a recipe for the Khâluna Old Fashioned, courtesy of Grant Lavrenz. Find the recipe here.

When it comes to cocktails for hosting a party, Grant Lavrenz recommends shopping your home bar first. “Use stuff you have at home,” he says. “Just open a cupboard, and […]

11/11/2025

Today, we pause with gratitude for all who served. Your bravery continues to inspire us. 🇺🇸

11/07/2025

Discover a new scent or shop current favorites at the annual Illume Warehouse Sale on November 7 and 8. Find more event details here.

Discover a new scent, or shop current favorites at this annual event. Maple Grove-based Illume is hosting its annual Warehouse Sale on November 7 and 8 at 10501 Elm Creek […]

11/05/2025

From expanding its ready-to-bake options to expanding into Target stores, Let's Dish has adapted to families' changing needs. Learn more about it here.

Let’s Dish celebrates two decades and expands its ready-to-bake options. When the holiday season kicks into high gear, the heat is on—

11/03/2025

The months of November and December are all about celebrating, and in this issue we invite you to get to know several notable members of our community, including media personality Jason DeRusha, Khâluna bar manager Grant Lavrenz and former Osseo Area Schools-District 279 teacher Ryan Hennessey. Follow the link to explore the new issue.

The months of November and December are all about celebrating—from sharing gratitude to ringing in the New Year, there’s so much to be

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween! 🎃 Enjoy the recipe for Spooky Squash and Goat Cheese Pizza, courtesy of Lunds & Byerlys. Find the recipe here.

Move over candy and caramel apples. Halloween has a new favorite treat, and it’s ghoulishly good. This pizza is packed with rich fall flavors and better-for-you ingredients, like butternut squash, […]

10/28/2025

Parnassus Preparatory Academy student Elijah Nichols is "an extraordinary student whose curiosity and passion for learning knows no bounds," says Katherine Good, director of academics. Learn more about Elijah here: https://maplegrovemag.com/meet-students-who-excel-inside-and-outside-the-classroom/