celebrations

Unique New Year's celebrations across the globe

It is time to turn the page on one year and usher in another. Each December 31, people all over the world reminisce, celebrate, plan, and party in honor of the changing calendar. Many are likely familiar with some of the common ways to ring in the new year, which include champagne toasts, fireworks...

Games add another layer of levity to holiday celebrations

The holidays bring together friends, neighbors and family members to celebrate some of the most festive days of the year. Although celebrants often incorporate traditions they hold dear this time of year, downtime provides an opportunity to embrace new games and entertainment ideas as well. The...

St. Patrick's Day Coloring Page 3/10/22

Fun ways for children to participate in St. Patrick's Day celebrations

St. Patrick's Day commemorates its namesake, the patron saint of Ireland who helped spread Christianity across this island nation. While it may have begun as a religious holiday, eventually the fanfare expanded to transform St. Patrick's Day into a secular celebration spanning the world - reaching...

The origins of NYE traditions

Traditions are the glue that hold many celebrations together. Individuals and families embrace many customs that serve as the script for commemorating year-end holidays. Some celebrants may adhere to traditions without really knowing how they began or why they continue. Here is a closer look at...

Celebrations 4/30/20

Scholarship Central College, Pella, IA Kaylin Carel, of St. Michael, recently received the Journey Scholarship from Central College.

Celebrations 4/9/20

Graduations Univ. of Minnesota, Morris The following student recently graduated. Annandale - Emma Atkinson, BA, Human Services, Psychology.

Celebrations 4/2/20

Graduations Upper Iowa University, Fayette, IA The following student graduated following the fall 2019 semester. Monticello - Ty Kline, BS, Exercise/Sport Studies. Univ. of Wisconsin La Crosse The following student graduated following the January 2020 semester. Albertville - Robyn...

Celebrations 3/5/20

Graduations Southwest Minnesota State University The following student graduated following the summer 2019 semester. St. Michael - Brooke Ann Baune, BS, Exercise Science. The following students graduated following the fall 2019 semester. Buffalo - Dana R. Pearson, BS, Early Childhood...

Celebrations 2/6/20

Engagement Adrian-Dick Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Dick, of rural Buffalo, are proud to announce the engagement of their son, Jacob, to Anna, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Adrian, of Farmington. Jacob is a 2009 graduate of Buffalo High School. Anna is a 2012 graduate of Rosemount High School. A November...