Crostini: Three Ways
Could little toasts with terrific toppings be a more perfect holiday appetizer? Crostini are easy to make, easy to customize and oh-so easy to love....
Painter Finds Inspiration on the Shores of Tonka Bay
Artist Kickliy creates a series of live paintings with Lake Minnetonka as his subject. Hidden in plain sight, on the shore of a small marsh in Tonka...
The Divine Living Space Shares How To Host
It’s all in the details and preplanning when it comes to the holidays. As much as we might not want to admit it, there’s a fair amount of chaos when...
Noerenberg Barn
History strikes a reflective pose. “The light and the stillness of the evening were the perfect backdrop for the Noerenberg Barn,” Gabrielle Watson...
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Culinary and Crafty Finds at the Arb
The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum’s Gift and Garden Store is known for being a destination for gift givers on the hunt for something special,...
Crostini: Three Ways
Could little toasts with terrific toppings be a more perfect holiday appetizer? Crostini are easy to make, easy to customize and oh-so easy to love....
Explore the History of Big Island
Local historian Paul Maravelas is doing more than just writing a book based on Lake Minnetonka’s Big Island. He is opening his own press dedicated...
Ladies of the Canyon Part 1
This painting is inspired by the song Ladies of the Canyon by Joni Mitchell about the gifts that each lady provides. Artist Ky McDonald takes us...
Events
Christmas in Excelsior
Christmas in Excelsior is a magical time. Trees adorned with white lights, old-fashioned lamp poles entwined with evergreens, and holly,...
MN Luxury Conference, Real Estate Market Report
PowerHouse SMART is pleased to announce Holly Connaker—founding Realtor®, Compass, REALM Global—and Richard Tucker—managing director, Compass...
Holiday for The Ages Concert
Great holiday music is timeless, often mysterious in origin. We only recently determined, “O Come, All Ye Faithful” was created by an English priest...
36th Annual Orono Lions Snowball Open
Mark your calendars, the 36th annual Orono Lions Snowball Open is set for February 3. Join the Orono Lions for this fun and frosty outdoor ice golf...
Luck O’ the Lake 2024
Luck O' the Lake is an exciting St. Patty's Day event set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Minnetonka in Excelsior, MN. On March 16, 2024,...
Black Gown Gala
Get ready to be captivated by an evening of elegance and local community spirit at the Black Gown Gala. With local celebrities showcasing unique...
Excelsior Art on the Lake
Experience the enchanting world of Excelsior Art on the Lake, where over 120 gifted artists converge to showcase their original creations. Amidst...
Excelsior Art on the Lake
Experience the enchanting world of Excelsior Art on the Lake, where over 120 gifted artists converge to showcase their original creations. Amidst...
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How ClipDifferent Makes a Difference
Orono-based family business enhances accessibility through the Lil Nipper. ClipDifferent’s story started 40 years ago when founder Tom McMullen had a pivotal revelation while completing a seemingly...
Ziggy’s Art Bus: An Exciting Update
The art studio on wheels expands its home visit program. In December 2022, we highlighted how Ziggy’s Art Bus brings guided art experiences to children in hospice or with life-limiting illnesses....
Welcome to the November 2023 Issue
Welcome, readers, to our November issue, featuring themes of food and entertaining. Speaking of which, did your childhood chore list ever include setting the family table for meals? Did it matter to...
Culinary and Crafty Finds at the Arb
The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum’s Gift and Garden Store is known for being a destination for gift givers on the hunt for something special, including gardeners, but also lovers of Minnesota-themed...
Crostini: Three Ways
Could little toasts with terrific toppings be a more perfect holiday appetizer? Crostini are easy to make, easy to customize and oh-so easy to love. Choose from these options, or riff on them and...
