Barb Hollenbeck and SC Toys: Why a Local Toy Store Still Matters in Hastings, Minnesota
In downtown Hastings, SC Toys is more than a toy store. It is Barb Hollenbeck’s longtime belief that children learn best through play, curiosity, and hands-on discovery. From first dolls and bath toys to screen-free activity books and family-building sets, SC Toys has become a local destination for gifts that are thoughtful, educational, and fun.
Behind the Wheel of Creativity: Babett’s Squeaky Wheel Pottery Springs into Action
Squeaky Wheel Pottery in downtown Hastings, MN is kicking off spring and summer with creative pottery classes for all ages. From kids’ ceramics summer camps and teen “Behind-the-Wheel” pottery training to special Mother’s Day pottery events, owner Babett brings a warm, community-focused vibe that’s energizing Hastings’ art scene.