May 2016 Plymouth Magazine

In the May issue Elizabeth Ries shares her styling tips for busy moms, get the buzz on bees and check out a Grade A round-up of great grad gifts.

One summer evening, Chandra Whitfield of Plymouth was admiring the nature surrounding Medicine Lake. Standing on the covered bridge, Whitfield grabbed her camera and snapped this scene of the setting sun.

 

Minnesotans sure like their seafood. Fish dishes are popular choices throughout the day and that even includes breakfast. Tuna, salmon, walleye, white fish, scallops, shrimp or crab —take your pick. All this great seafood can be yours and no fishing license is required.

 

This spring, join hundreds of girls as they celebrate their running progress with Girls on the Run’s 5K on June 4 (check website for location).

 

Imagine basking in the sun on a boat in the middle of a deep blue lake when you feel a tug on your line. It’s the opening day of fishing season in Minnesota and you are reeling in the big one, smiling with satisfaction because you will have a big story to share with loved ones back at home.

 

It’s no secret that today’s busy moms have little time to spend on their beauty routines. We know your time is valuable and styling efficiency is important.

 

Wayzata High School senior Emma Sisk, like many of us, was not a fan of bees as a kid. Bees can seem pesky and nobody wants to get stung. As she grew older, she got used to them after developing a passion for gardening.

 

Orienteering is a sport well-suited for those who like to get “off the beaten path.” Also referred to as “the thinking sport,” orienteering involves using a map and compass to find the best route through a series of checkpoints on an unfamiliar course.

 

During the exciting transition of graduating from high school or college, support and reassurance from friends and family can go a long way. But gifts are also in order to celebrate the graduate’s achievement as they look forward to a new stage in life.

 

Shari Timberlake refers to herself and her sister Stephanie as “co-insane people.” Officially, they are co-founders of their Plymouth-based nonprofit, The Adopt-A-Pet-Shop, which partners with local animal rescues to act as an adoptio

 

Teenagers face plenty of stressors, but at Wayzata High School, students have some extra help in fighting their stress.

 

This spring, take advantage of the natural landscaping and beauty of your yard. Sunrise Native Plants will hold their 11th annual Native Plant Sale on Saturday, May 28 at St. Barnabas Lutheran Church.

 

This past winter, the Minnetonka-Hopkins Gymnastics Association (Mini-Hops) began a new adventure, relocating from its old Minnetonka location to a larger gym space in Plymouth.

 

After more than 10 years of manufacturing and retail sales at the corner of Vicksburg and Highway 55 in Plymouth, Stone Source has moved 3.5 miles away to 13415 Watertower Circle.

 

With Mother’s Day this month, pick up something special and unique for the mom, grandma or any other important woman in your life.