Lake of The Isles Lutheran Churchmarks 100th Anniversary

Food shelves across Minneapolis are bracing for a surge in need as SNAP recipients contend with political uncertainty and new federal work requirements. At Joyce Uptown Food Shelf, volunteers say demand has climbed sharply in recent weeks, leaving storage rooms half-empty by midday. A visit on Nov. 1 offered a close look at how policy decisions are reverberating through one neighborhood.

Chores aren’t just tasks — they’re quiet lessons in humility, responsibility, and belonging. From farm life to the concept of Zen chores, this reflection explores how simple everyday duties shape our character, calm our minds, and keep us grounded in what truly matters beyond status or ego.

A simple neighbor message sparked an unforgettable night on Burnham Bridge, where the Northern Lights revealed themselves in vivid reds, greens and purples. What began as mild curiosity turned into a shared moment of wonder, connection and comfort. This is the story of how community made a first aurora sighting truly magical.

November’s aurora outburst wasn’t just beautiful — it was a scientifically extraordinary event. A severe geomagnetic storm energized multiple layers of Earth’s atmosphere, producing vivid reds, greens and magentas rarely seen at this latitude. Here’s how CMEs, excited gases and perfect conditions combined to create a night when the entire community stopped to look up.

Food stylist and Lowry Hill neighbor Lara Miklasevics opens her notebook of favorite Uptown shops, makers and flavors to create a holiday gift list rooted in creativity and community. Her curated picks — from books and ceramics to eyewear, pastries and mazza — showcase the local businesses that inspire her and shape the neighborhood’s vibrant character.