Lens on Lake Minnetonka 2026 Winners
Discover new perspectives of the place we call home. The Lens on Lake Minnetonka photo contest is an annual invitation to share your snapshots of...
Host a Home Pop-up Market With Local Goods
Our community has a bounty of farmers markets, and we can’t be alone in wishing the outdoor market season could extend a bit longer. But why can’t...
Equation Shares How To Style One Coat Five Ways
A fashion expert shares how a classic jacket effortlessly transforms fall and winter wardrobes. In a world increasingly focused on intentional...
Going Skin Deep With Mackenthun’s Fine Foods
Add healthy nutrition into beauty regimens. If beauty truly comes from within, it makes perfect sense to include healthy food choices into one’s...
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Martin Patrick 3
MartinPatrick3 is an internationally recognized boutique located in the North Loop of Minneapolis that offers men's and women's apparel ranging from elevated casual garments and custom pieces intermingled with accessories, contemporary furnishings and artwork, an array of apothecary, even modern literature and gifts, all presented as styled moments across our 22,000 square foot space. We even offer interior design services through MartinPatrick3 Studio. We’re dedicated to building a one-of-a-kind experience that brings out the best in every person who walks through our doors....
Noteworthy
Build Your Own Char-boo-terie Board
The beauty of charcuterie boards is how personalized they can be, and this one adds a spooky Halloween vibe. The full list of ingredients is...
Hairdressing History Lesson
While men’s barbershops predate Minnesota’s 1858 statehood, women’s salons were nonexistent in the lake area before 1900. Those of wealth and...
In the Spirit of the Season
October, also known as the spooky season, is upon us. I often look for ghost stories when picking out books during Halloween time. Here are a couple...
Dial Into Minnetonka Community Ed’s “Story Line”
For children, an important component in developing their reading skills is being read to, developing language and comprehension. Minnetonka...
Events
Forest Bathing
Enjoy the tranquility and well-being of Shinrin-yoku (translation: 'Forest Bathing'), a Japanese mindfulness practice that invites nature to be your...
Mystery Writers Book Fair
The Twin Cities chapter of Sisters in Crime will be hosting a book fair at The Marsh on October 10. All of the authors are Twin Cities residents and...
Spooky Sprint
Join us for the 3rd annual Spooky Sprint run, a spooktacular Halloween 5K and 1-mile race along the picturesque shores and charming neighborhoods of...
Body Techs Wellness & Esthetics Grand Opening
Body Techs Wellness & Esthetics celebrates its new Minnetonka studio with a four-day grand opening. Thursday starts with a 9 a.m. ribbon...
Witches Night Out
Dress up in costumes, and explore local shops for exclusive events and specials from 4:30–8 p.m. on Water Street in Excelsior.
In This Issue
Welcome to the October 2026 Issue
Does anyone make popcorn balls anymore? Or have they gone by way of the penny? Tossed aside in the name of progress. With the month tracking to welcome Halloween, I’m already thinking about what to...
Going Skin Deep With Mackenthun’s Fine Foods
Add healthy nutrition into beauty regimens. If beauty truly comes from within, it makes perfect sense to include healthy food choices into one’s beauty regimen. Creams, injectables, serums and all...
Host a Home Pop-up Market With Local Goods
Our community has a bounty of farmers markets, and we can’t be alone in wishing the outdoor market season could extend a bit longer. But why can’t it? How about hosting a pop-up market at home with...
Meet Patric Richardson, the Laundry Guy
Patric Richardson shares tips for keeping garments looking on point and ready to wear. The calendar says October, but it’s whispering that the holiday and entertaining seasons are just around the...
Tonka Brew Fest Serves up Pints for a Purpose
Tonka Brew Fest returns for its 13th year of craft beer and charitable causes. For the 13th year, the Mound-Westonka Rotary brings together Minnesota craft beer enthusiasts and community supporters...
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