Town Life is a quarterly "coffee table" magazine tailored to the north metro portion of the Twin Cities. Each issue contains well-written and beautifully-designed articles about local people, places and events. To be included in our next issue, call 651-292-9343.

Publisher's Note

Since its inception in 1999, Town Life has been warmly received by readers throughout the White Bear Area. We appreciate your support and, with your help, will continue to showcase the best our community has to offer.
Publisher
Town Life is published quarterly by Town Life, Inc., a corporation owned by Catherine Carey. The magazine is not affiliated with any other publication.
White Bear: A History
Catherine Carey is the author of “White Bear: A History,” which is in bookstores now. The coffee-table history book is filled with unique stories and beautifully-restored photographs of the people who shaped our community. The book’s photographs, maps and illustrations have been expertly reproduced in four-color and duotone. White Bear: A History was published by White Bear Township to commemorate its 2008 Sesquicentennial. White Bear originally encompassed White Bear Township, White Bear Lake, Gem Lake, Vadnais Heights and a portion of North Oaks. The early years of all these communities are carefully chronicled in this keepsake history book.
Town Life Magazine
Town Life is proudly displayed in the best homes throughout the community. More than ten thousand families enjoy articles about local people, history, politics, education, recreation, environment, and arts and entertainment in addition to colorful cartoons, community calendar and children’s page.
Local Talent
All of Town Life’s artists, writers and photographers live in town. Those interested in contributing to the magazine should contact us via email: careycabal@aol.com; regular mail: Town Life, PMB 150, 4707 Hwy. 61, White Bear Lake, MN 55110-3227; or telephone (9 a.m. to 5 p.m., M-F): 651-292-9343. Samples of an artist's work should be included at the time of inquiry.
Philosophy
Town Life believes in providing readers with professional journalism with a hometown focus. We especially enjoy covering the people who enrich our schools, arts, environment, recreational opportunities and businesses. The magazine promotes a healthy lifestyle and does not accept advertising from bars, liquor stores, smoke shops or adult-oriented businesses. We reserve the right to reject any advertising that we feel isn’t a good fit for our publication.
Newsletters
From 1999 to 2009, White Bear Township has asked Catherine Carey to write, photograph, graphically design and include its newsletter within each issue of Town Life. In return, the magazine has been mailed to every home within the Township.
Distribution
In general, the magazine is mailed to 10,000 homes with the highest home valuation in the White Bear Area. Another 500 copies are sold via retail stores and online subscriptions. We encourage those who enjoy Town Life, but do not receive the magazine in the mail, to subscribe online.
Deadlines
Town Life is printed four times a year. Deadlines for story ideas, advertising and calendar events are February 1 for the Spring Issue; May 1 for the Summer Issue; August 1 for the Fall Issue; and November 1 for the Winter Issue. Community events, charitable fundraisers and nonprofit organizations are given priority in the magazine. Special consideration is also given to those sending a press release with artwork.
Contacting us
Readers are encouraged to submit story ideas, photographs and calendar items of local interest. Story ideas may be submitted via email (careycabal@aol.com); letter (Town Life, PMB 150, 4707 Hwy. 61, White Bear Lake, MN 55110-3227); or telephone (651) 292-9343 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Calendar items and press releases must be submitted in writing.
Advertising
Town Life’s specialty is promoting local businesses. Since many small business owners do not have their own in-house graphic artist, we are happy to design their ads for free. Advertisers buy space in the magazine (they do not buy content) so their ads cannot be shared with other publications.
The Next Issue
We’re already planning our next issue and need your support. Thank you, again, for welcoming us into your home. The best is yet to come.

Catherine Carey, Publisher
Town Life Magazine
(651) 292-9343

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Advertising for the Fall 2009 issue will be accepted until July 31st.