Woodbury Magazine

01/13/2025

Coin Quest returns to Woodbury parks starting this week with the fifth annual Winter Medallion Hunt. For the next three weeks, a new acrylic coin will be hidden in one of Woodbury's many parks. Hints are available on the City of Woodbury's website as well as the Woodbury, MN Police Fire EMS and Woodbury Parks & Recreation pages. Follow the link to learn more.

Are you on the hunt for the 2025 Winter Medallion? Coin Quest returns to the parks for Woodbury’s fifth annual Winter Medallion Hunt. Partnering with Woodbury Public Safety, the City […]

01/10/2025

Equipped with music, lights and the desire to fill a need, the Skoolie Too bus is a staple of doing good in the community. The bus takes South Washington County Schools Community Education programming on the road in District 833, breaking down barriers to access and creating a welcoming space for students. Follow the link to learn more.

Local nonprofit aims to send message to students: You’re growing up in a community that cares. When the Skoolie Too bus comes around, a party

01/08/2025

"American Legion Woodbury Post 501 has been working with local schools to recruit students to two of its newest programs: Legionville Educational Center Summer Camp and the Oratorical Scholarship Program." Follow the link to learn more about Woodbury American Legion Post 501's new programming.

American Legion grows its Legionville and Oratorical Scholarship programs. American Legion Woodbury Post 501 has been working with local

01/06/2025

A theatrical performance includes many moving parts well beyond the actors appearing on stage. In this issue, we speak with Children's Theatre Company wardrobe assistant Emily Jannusch to learn how her role impacts each production. Follow the link to read her story.

Step into the world of costume design and see how garments tell the story on stage.Audience members file into the UnitedHealth Group Stage

01/03/2025

This January, we invite you to celebrate the best that Woodbury has to offer! Our annual Best of Woodbury Readers' Choice survey features returning categories as well as brand new ones. Support your favorite businesses, organizations and places by following the link and casting your vote today.

It’s time to celebrate the best that Woodbury has to offer! Our Best of Woodbury 2025 annual readers’ poll offers a fill-in-the-blank voting system, making it easier for voters to […]

01/01/2025

In our latest issue of Woodbury Magazine, we’re shining a light on education and the programs that are shaping the future of our community. From exciting summer camps and SoWashCo CARES programs to a conversation with SoWashCo superintendent Julie Nielsen, we're focusing on education this January. Follow the link to learn more.

As the calendar flips to January, we find ourselves standing at the doorstep of a new year: A blank slate inviting us to plan and refresh. It’s the time to […]

01/01/2025

Happy New Year, Woodbury! We hope you all had a joyful New Year's Eve. As we look toward 2025, our team is excited to continue sharing stories that highlight our amazing community. We're looking forward to what the new year will bring!

12/27/2024

St. Andrew’s Community Resource Center (CRC) was launched in 2011 as a response to the growing housing insecurity in Washington County. CRC strives for long-term stability for the hundreds of families that contact the organization each year. From rental assistance to two shelters in Hugo and Oakdale, CRC offers hope alongside temporary housing. Follow the link to learn more.

When a mother of two needed a place to live, she walked into St. Andrew’s Community Resource Center (CRC) and found hope. Welcomed with open

12/26/2024

Mindy Gray honors her brother's legacy with the launch of her nonalcoholic drink line, Coves. “This beverage is not just a libation; it’s a testament to love, remembrance and the commitment to making a positive impact,” Gray says. “With every sip of Coves, I am dedicated to ensuring that my brother’s legacy lives on.” Follow the link to read her story.

Mindy Gray honors her family with the launch of her nonalcoholic drink line. Mindy Gray easily recalls her fond memories of sitting in the

12/25/2024

Merry Christmas and happy holidays, Woodbury! Woodbury Heritage Society board member Patty (Stutzman) Paulus shares her own Christmas memories from 1955 in our latest Discover noteworthy column. Follow the link to read her thoughts.

It was a memorable Christmas Eve in 1955 for the little 5-year old blond-haired girl in the checked dress. My uncle Roy, his well-dressed

12/20/2024

Filmmaker and globe trotter Cristóbal Krusen reflects on his beginnings and shares insight into what’s to come. Follow the link to learn about what fuels Krusen’s passion for filmmaking and his most recent work, "Let Me Have My Son."

Filmmaker and globe trotter Cristóbal Krusen reflects on his beginnings and shares insight into what’s to come. Growing up, Cristóbal “Cris”

12/18/2024

Belwin Conservancy is celebrating the winter solstice with a community bonfire from 5–8 p.m. on December 20. Attendees can expect live music, storytelling, guided night hikes and sweet treats. Follow the link to learn more.

Belwin Conservancy invites you to join its annual event. December 21 marks the winter solstice—and Belwin Conservancy is celebrating the winter season the evening before (December 20) with its annual […]

12/16/2024

"For nearly eight years, Arvilla Lang has crocheted hats for students in her daughter’s, Tricia Thissen, kindergarten classroom. The gesture became so popular, it eventually expanded to all four kindergarten classes, outfitting more than 80 youngsters every year." Follow the link to learn more about the Hat Grandma.

Arvilla Lang says each gift she makes is unique, making every child feel special. Kindergarten students at Woodbury Elementary won’t have to

12/13/2024

Holiday libations abound at local eateries this season. To help you get into the spirit, we've crafted a seasonal cocktail guide and included a few festive cocktails—courtesy of Kowalski's Markets —that you can whip up in the comfort of your own home. Follow the link in our bio to learn more.

Get into the spirit of the season with jolly libations. There’s so much to love about seasonal cocktails. These winter drinks can stir

12/11/2024

This entry to the Abstract category of our annual photo contest captures the beauty of a Christmas tree. Photographer Fred Manthey says he used, “a clear acrylic sphere about the size of a tennis ball, positioned in the tree limbs,” to get the desired effect. “And [it was] purposefully out of focus to give a warm, dreamy appearance for the season,” he says.

This abstract image showcases the beauty of a Christmas tree. Photographer Fred Manthey says he used a lens ball, “a clear acrylic sphere about the size of a tennis ball, […]

12/09/2024

For over twenty years, John and Barbara Kaiser have transformed their Bridgewater Court home into a dazzling display of holiday lights and joy. What started off as a relatively modest display has evolved over time into a two-month light extravaganza. Follow the link to meet the Kaisers and learn more.

The Kaiser family celebrate a lifetime of holiday cheer. For over two decades, John and Barbara Kaiser have transformed their Bridgewater

12/06/2024

If you need a go-to nibble for the holiday season, crostini are an excellent solution for satisfying your peckish guests while you're working on the main course. Follow the link for three seasonal crostini recipes from Lunds & Byerlys' Katie Tomsche.

While hosting friends and family for holiday dinners, home cooks often need a go-to nibble to keep hungry guests at bay until the meal is

12/04/2024

Kelly DeMorett brings a lifetime of musical excellence to the Minnesota Youth Symphonies Philharmonic Orchestra. Follow the link to learn more about her lifelong passion for music.

Kelly DeMorett brings a lifetime of musical excellence to the Minnesota Youth Symphonies Philharmonic Orchestra. For Kelly DeMorett, music is