Perfume is always a popular Mother’s Day gift. It combines luxury and sentiment — the sense of smell is closely linked to emotion and memory — and lasts much longer than a bouquet of flowers. Perfume bottles are often works of art in and of themselves, increasing their appeal. They are ...

By Terry and Kim Kovel May means warmer weather, flowers blooming and more time spent outdoors, especially in the garden. Even if you’re as avid a gardener as Terry Kovel, the garden is never just a place for work. It’s a place to sit, relax and enjoy the view of your beautiful plants and ...

New Ulm Public Library is developing a five-year strategic plan to help set and prioritize goals that reflect the New Ulm community. A committee of seven people meets monthly to brainstorm and create a plan that we expect to implement in late 2023. The committee consists of four library staff ...

Textiles are fragile and need special care. Dust, light, insects and moisture can damage them. Antique textiles in good condition are rare and often sell for high prices. This needlepoint casket was made about 1660 in England and sold for $17,920, nearly three times its low estimate, at ...

On behalf of the Izaak Walton League, New Ulm Chapter 79, I would like to thank the 3M Foundation for their generous gift of $2,600 to support the educational and environmental programs of our conservation club. This gift was made possible through the 3M retiree volunteer gift matching ...

The Traverse des Sioux Library Cooperative will host its Tween and Teen Battle of the books on Aug. 5, 2023 at the St. Peter Community Center. Book Battle is now accepting applications. You can apply at the New Ulm Public Library or on our website at www.newulmlibrary.org. Just scroll down on ...