The Heartbeat Performing Arts Center was founded in 1998 by a mother and daughter duo, Deborah Lysholm and Kristin Freya. They started it as a dance studio only, but opened it up to other performing arts that includes travel study programs to Barcelona and Tokyo, a critically-acclaimed dance studio called Vox Medusa, performing companies, and […]
The Apple Valley Arts Foundation (AVAF) was founded in 1999 as a an organization supportive of arts and artists in the community and in the schools. In their time as an organization, they have donated more than $300,000 to the local schools. They recognize and embrace the diversity of art within their community, and they […]
Apple Valley Community Center is the hub of activity for the community. There are several amenities including two gyms, a basketball court, a volleyball court, and a public meeting room. It hosts several adult recreational athletic leagues, and they have rental space for off-peak hours. There are several community activities in this space as well, […]
Goodwill -- Apple Valley is a nonprofit thrift store as part of a national chain with the proceeds benefiting those in need. It is well stocked and has friendly staff members who are eager to help out. The products include previously-owned furniture, home furnishings, and clothing. You can also donate gently-used items to the store […]
Kalli's Popcorn Shop is a fun and colorful store that sells gourmet popcorn. It's a family-owned store that is named after the owner's granddaughter. They opened in 2003, and the popcorn is popped in small batches in the shop on a daily basis. They only use natural ingredients, and they never use white sugar in […]
Valley Bike & Ski is passionate about proving its customers with the best service and products. The staff members are knowledgeable and eager to find the right bike/ski equipment for each customer. They have a 30 Day Risk Free Program, and they have a layaway program as well. They sell a wide array of bikes, […]
Apple Valley Square is a popular community shopping mall that has recently been renovated to accommodate changes and the times. The shops include CorePower Yoga, Five Below, Half Price Books, and JOANN Fabrics. There is an Aldi grocery store, and the food options include Poke Bowl and Subway.
Ooka Asian Bistro is a family-owned Asian fusion restaurant with a chef/owner who has been cooking as a chef since he was a teenager in China. He's cooked as a chef in America for over a decade, and his dream is to have a chain of quality restaurants. They use only the freshest of ingredients, […]
Umami Bowl is no-frills pan-Asian restaurant that prides itself on fast and efficient service. They have Chinese, Thai, Japanese and Vietnamese dishes, including Thai curry (red or yellow), drunken noodles, and pho. They have takeout as well as delivery, and their food is made with the freshest ingredients.
Satay 2 Go is an unassuming place with fantastic Asian delicacies. There are a few tables, but their emphasis is on takeout. They are friendly and helpful, and they believe in service with a smile. Their menu is diverse, borrowing cuisine from several different countries in Asia such as Malaysia, Korea, Indian, and Japan. The […]
Osaka Seafood Steakhouse is a local chain restaurant that serves Japanese food including sushi and hibachi. The restaurant is spacious and upscale, and you can watch the teppanayaki chefs grill your food on the hibachi grill. The service is conscientious, and the atmosphere is relaxed. The menu includes different hibachi items including chicken, lobster tail, […]
Taste of Thaiyai was opened in 2008 by Nyi Htun in order to bring the tasty dishes of Thailand to Minnesota. He is dedicated to serving appetizing Thai food to the members of his community seven days a week. The restaurant is very nondescript from the outside, and the decor is pretty simple. The staff […]
