Your Wedding, Our Pages
This beautiful time of year brings coral bells and wedding bells! And, as you know, every wedding celebration starts with a special announcement. We...
Let’s Dive Into Lake Minnetonka on a Stick
It goes without saying, many Minnesotans appreciate the finer things in foodie life—even if they’re posted up on a stick. With the scent of next...
Charting the History of the ILYA Championship
Minnetonka Yacht Club hosts the annual Inland Lake Yachting Association Championship. Not all championships take place on a field or court, and some...
Lens on Lake Minnetonka 2026 Open for Submissions
When you look through your photo files, what do you see? Whether it’s a candid moment, an iconic area landmark, a brush with nature or something in...
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Noteworthy
Make the Most of the Mighty Mango With Two Recipes
Rachael Perron of Kowalski’s Markets shares tips for buying and preparing the popular fruit. Mango, one of the world’s most popular fruits, is often...
Relaxed Water
Liliana Perovich-Westby’s Relaxed Water, which received appreciative nods from readers and the Lens on Lake Minnetonka’s judges panel, came by way...
A Small-Town Fourth With Emily Carriveau
Growing up in Delano, I looked forward all year to the town’s Fourth of July celebration. You could feel the excitement building as June came to an...
What To Expect at the Wayzata Art Experience
If stunning lakeside access and views, excellent dining and enviable shopping excursions aren’t enough to draw you to Wayzata’s Lake Street,...
Events
Fanfare for the Commons
Join the community for Fanfare for the Commons' annual presentation of An Evening with the Minnesota Orchestra at the Excelsior Commons Pavilion....
Minnewashta Mud Run
Join this 3.4-mile loop with fun family-friendly obstacles, including a giant waterslide, hay bale climbing and more. There is an additional Mini...
Private Garden Tours
Celebrate the 41st anniversary of the Auxiliary Private Garden Tour as guests of the Arboretum Auxiliary. Unlike typical self-guided garden tours,...
Private Garden Tours
Celebrate the 41st anniversary of the Auxiliary Private Garden Tour as guests of the Arboretum Auxiliary. Unlike typical self-guided garden tours,...
Private Garden Tours
Celebrate the 41st anniversary of the Auxiliary Private Garden Tour as guests of the Arboretum Auxiliary. Unlike typical self-guided garden tours,...
In This Issue
Discover Your Best of Lake Minnetonka 2026 Winners
Welcome to the July 2026 Issue
I love it when worlds collide, especially within the pages of Lake Minnetonka Magazine. As you can tell by the stunning cover, this is our annual Best of Lake Minnetonka issue where we celebrate the...
How the Minnesota Golf Association Supports Success
Aspiring golfers in the state have a new opportunity for training and competition. As part of the United States National Development Program (USNDP), Team Minnesota is the state’s first elite junior...
Let’s Dive Into Lake Minnetonka on a Stick
It goes without saying, many Minnesotans appreciate the finer things in foodie life—even if they’re posted up on a stick. With the scent of next month’s Minnesota State Fair circulating and this...
Charting the History of the ILYA Championship
Minnetonka Yacht Club hosts the annual Inland Lake Yachting Association Championship. Not all championships take place on a field or court, and some competitions hail from much earlier days,...
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