Plymouth Magazine

Apr 1, 2025 | plymouthmag.com | Mollee Francisco

Holly Connaker finds “pure joy” in and out of the arena. Whether showing houses or showing horses, Holly Connaker knows how to showcase her passions. She has been in real estate for more than two decades and loves helping people find their dream homes—wherever that might be. But when the Wayzata-based agent isn’t selling real estate, Connaker can be found at the stables or in riding arenas, nurturing her other love—horses. “It’s been a lifelong obsession,” she says.

Feb 1, 2025 | plymouthmag.com | Renee Stewart-Hester |RenÉe Stewart-Hester

Preparation is key when it comes to marking a child’s marriage milestone. The wedding. While we all know who the stars of this show are, there are some supporting characters who also have to-do lists and reams of reminders before the main event. Enter: The Parents. If there was ever a delta in the bookstore aisle, it might be for What to Expect When Your Child is Expecting … to Get Married.

Feb 1, 2025 | plymouthmag.com | Renee Stewart-Hester |RenÉe Stewart-Hester

Event planner gives an inside look into organizing the perfect destination wedding. As Denae Brennan notes, hiring a full-service planner is “an investment in peace of mind.”Brennan of Denae Brennan Events understands how to navigate all types of wedding venues—from Twin Cities event centers, unique boutique locales to private homes on and—destination locations. What is your role?

Feb 1, 2025 | plymouthmag.com | Mollee Francisco

Discover how florals are becoming the life of the (wedding) party. From dahlias and delphinium to lilacs and lilies to ranunculus and roses, there is a seemingly endless array of options when it comes to wedding flowers, and the trends are ever-changing. For those without a vision or for those looking to bring their vision to life, Lauren Vernon can help. Vernon is the wedding floral designer at The Wild Orchid—a Best of Plymouth winner—in Corcoran.

Feb 1, 2025 | plymouthmag.com | Madeline Kopiecki |Renee Stewart-Hester |RenÉe Stewart-Hester

Wedding planning entails its fair share of contingency plans for all the “What ifs?” Will the weather impact an outdoor ceremony? If a vendor fails to show up, what’s next? And on the list goes on. Factor in a destination wedding, and you might consider packing up another set of backup plans. However, if a couple has a wedding planner who is masterful at thinking one, two or even three steps ahead, then the couple has little need to push the worry button.