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Woodbury News Net

Strengthening the Bonds of Community. One story at a time.

Woodbury News Net

Strengthening the Bonds of Community. One story at a time.

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The three-day long festival was traditionally held in September after Labor Day until the early 1980 when it moved to August.

Woodbury Days: Photo Gallery

by Roundabout Staff
Published August 26, 2025

Woodbury Days returned to Ojibway Park August 22–24, transforming the green space into a vibrant, three-day community celebration. The festival, which has drawn on average 25,000 attendees each year...

From Classics To Coal-Fired: A Guide Of Savory Pizza In Woodbury

From Classics To Coal-Fired: A Guide Of Savory Pizza In Woodbury

by Roundabout Staff
Published August 26, 2025

Woodbury’s pizza scene is as diverse as the city itself. From long-standing neighborhood institutions to modern Italian eateries and national favorites, there’s something for every pizza lover—whether...

Photo: Oscar Meyer

Woodbury Days: Weinermobile, Other Highlights, Plus Tips On Getting There

by Roundabout Staff
Published August 19, 2025

Editor's Note: The days when the free bike corral are being offered have been corrected. The community’s three-day, family-friendly festival, Woodbury Days, begins Friday at Ojibway Park. The celebration...

Steve and Joan Conway (left and right) represent the third generation of family bakers, while Colleen Cicalello (center) is set to carry on the legacy as the fourth.

A Cookie, a Conversation, and the Heartbeat of a Family Bakery

by Theo Franz
Published August 12, 2025

On a summer morning in Woodbury, I stepped into Dorothy Ann Bakery and was met with a wave of warmth and sweetness. The air carried layers of scent – yeast from rising dough, chocolate from cookies cooling...

Fireworks are one of the highlights of Woodbury Days.

Woodbury Days Plans Party In Ojibway Park

by Manali Shah
Published August 12, 2025

Woodbury’s annual fun fest and family extravaganza, Woodbury Days, takes place Aug. 22-24 this year. In its 46th year, Woodbury Days continues to offer exciting new events to attract a greater turnout.  For...

Produce abounds at farmers markets like this one in Lake Elmo. Photo: Contributed.

Farmers Markets, Growers Boast Fresh Produce

by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published August 9, 2025

Sweet corn and fresh tomatoes are the rewards Minnesotans earn for surviving February. While some of us can eat from our gardens, and Woodbury certainly doesn’t lack for grocery stores with produce departments,...

ParT Barn expects s soft open Nov. 1 in Lake Elmo. Photo: Contributed.

Machine Shed Turning Into High-Tech Indoor Golf And Dining

by Theo Franz
Published August 5, 2025

ParT Barn, a new restaurant and golf simulator venue, is expected to open this fall at the corner of I-94 and Hudson Boulevard in Lake Elmo. It will take over the building that was once the Machine Shed...

Liliana is open on Woodbury Drive across from Sam's Club.

Woodbury Welcomes Italian Restaurant Liliana

by Theo Franz
Published July 15, 2025

A new restaurant from the team behind Estelle and Mario’s in St. Paul opened this week in Woodbury, bringing a refined Italian experience to a space known for its turnover of tenants. Liliana, a pasta...

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Ice Cream Worth A Short Trip

by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published July 15, 2025

Editor’s Note: This is the second of a two-part series on ice cream options in and near Woodbury. Summer memories are built on expeditions for ice cream. While Woodbury offers lots of treats, as we...

Feast Buffet & Banquet has since passed its projected  opening, but is expected to welcome guests three to four weeks from now.

Feast Expects To Open Within Weeks

by Theo Franz
Published July 8, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - What was supposed to be a spring debut for a high-end, buffet-style restaurant is now tracking toward a midsummer opening. Feast Buffet and Banquet, which will occupy the former...

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I Scream, You Scream: ICE CREAM! (Scoops Near You)

by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published July 8, 2025

Editor's Note: This is the first of a two-part series. Click here for part two about ice cream options near Woodbury. WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - Of course we scream for ice cream, especially in the summer....

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Roundabout Asks And Readers Share Favorite Restaurants 

by Beth-Ann Bloom
Published July 1, 2025

WOODBURY, MN (WNN) - With so many new - and established - restaurants in Woodbury it can be hard to know where to eat. The Roundabout turned to the experts, you, our readers. We’ve dubbed those making...