Juugee Ceramics Is Crafted With Intention
Community is central to Excelsior resident’s work. Juugee Ceramics isn’t just pottery; it’s a beautiful blend of memories and intention woven into...
Hoop Habits Levels Up With New Location
Anthony Tucker announces a second Hoop Habits facility opening in Minnetonka this spring. After over a decade on the court at the professional...
The Legacy Behind Matter’s Farm to Table
Fertile land in Delano is operated by a seventh generation of dedicated farmers. Legacies are established through a myriad of ways, and for one...
Reflection
“I pass that spot so often, and one day, I saw the reflection and saw a perfect photo,” Mary McGovern says. “I love the historic trolley boat,...
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Lifetime Piers
Created out of the desire to make lake living easier, Lifetime Piers has been building customized, wood-simulated piers for over 33 years. As the leading manufacturer of high-quality, zero-maintenance piers in the Midwest, lakefront owners have been able to enjoy a customized, worry-free life on the lake year after year. Produced from Premium HDPE plastic decking with the look and traction of wood yet made from post-consumer plastic, Lifetime Piers are built to provide a beautiful, zero-maintenance lake life to build memories for you and your family that will last a lifetime, and beyond....
Noteworthy
Harvest Days and Hearty Dinners
Imagine the clang of a dinner bell echoing across the Minnetonka countryside—a signal that the threshing crew was coming in hungry from the fields....
“She Can STEM”
In honor of March 8’s International Women’s Day, consider She Can STEM by Liz Lee Heinecke and illustrated by Kelly Anne Dalton. For thousands of...
“Lost Time” Penned by Local Author
Minnetonka’s Holly Trost dreamed of being an author. Prior to writing her first novel, she was early in her content marketing career and enjoyed...
Dip Into a St. Patrick’s Day Appetizer
Guinness plus St. Patrick’s Day equals the opportunity for a tasty … dip! Enjoy this warm Guinness Cheese Dip with your dipper of choice, including...
Events
“Where the Seed Remembers” Opening
Attend this special opening and enjoy food and beverages while meeting the artists behind this wonderful exhibit. Where The Seed Remembers is an...
Easter Eggstravaganza
Your family can enjoy a morning filled with Easter Activities: Meet birds from the Raptor Center Make an Easter craft Win prizes at Easter bingo...
Excelsior Putting Challenge
In celebration of the Masters Golf Tournament, several Excelsior businesses are putting on our own golf-themed challenge. Pick up a score card at...
Wayzata Musicales presents Jennifer Grimm & Joe Cruz
Our final Wayzata Musicales concert of this season will feature the amazing vocal/guitar duo of Jennifer Grimm and Joe Cruz on April 11. Grimm began...
Spring Bingo & Open House
Join us for a fun-filled Spring Open House at The Gardner School of Minnetonka-Eden Prairie. Families are invited to enjoy spring-themed bingo,...
In This Issue
Hoop Habits Levels Up With New Location
Anthony Tucker announces a second Hoop Habits facility opening in Minnetonka this spring. After over a decade on the court at the professional level, basketball player Anthony Tucker has turned his...
Discover Your Best of Lake Minnetonka 2026 Finalists
Bid on Belinda Jensen’s Coats, Support the ICA
The longtime meteorologist is auctioning off her winter wardrobe for a worthy cause. For the past 33 years, meteorologist Belinda Jensen has reported on Minnesota’s forecast from the KARE 11...
Welcome to the March 2026 Issue
When it comes to our March issue, I hope it enters like a lion—fierce with inspiration for creative and out-loud living. In this arts and culture issue, we showcase some of your fellow local...
Reflection
“I pass that spot so often, and one day, I saw the reflection and saw a perfect photo,” Mary McGovern says. “I love the historic trolley boat, representing another time on Lake Minnetonka.”...
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