Welcome to the August 2026 Issue

Welcome to our annual education issue, showcasing our Senior Spotlight students, who were nominated by their schools for being exemplary leaders in...

Senior Spotlight Students Bookmark Their Important Moments

We are pleased to feature this year’s Senior Spotlight students in our annual review of local high schoolers, making an impact on their school and...

Natalie Allesee’s handmade Herb Laminated Tagliatelle features a chèvre beurre blanc sauce and maitake mushrooms, topped with sorrel.

A Full Plate With Rowan & Dough

Rowan & Dough helps families beat the at-home dinner rush. Say goodbye to the lazy, hazy days of summer when schedules run a bit loose and even...

Going Beyond the Buckets With Maddyn Greenway

More than the record book: Maddyn Greenway champions a legacy of leadership. Great high school athletes come and go, but the ones who make a big...

Reimagining Home With Boyer Building Corporation

Thoughtful design honors a family’s legacy of lake life living. Some homes are more than structures; they are chapters in a family’s story. For Jill...

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Lake Minnetonka Magazine July 2026 Issue

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...

When a fudgy concoction serves as a sweet jacket over creamy ice cream, why not indulge?

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...

In Full Swing With Golf Pro Katie Bakken

Golfers at all stages of the game make their mark on the green. Minnesota’s golf scene continues its upward swing. Last year, the Minnesota Golf...

An aerial view of Lafayette Club's clubhouse, courts and golf course.

Meet Lafayette Club’s New Golf and Racquet Professionals

Robb Nelson and Dave Wolden bring decades of experience to Lake Minnetonka’s Lafayette Club. The Lafayette Club welcomes professionals Robb Nelson...

Athlete Jenna Perkins Champions the Inclusion Revolution

Jenna Perkins reflects on her role with the Special Olympics USA Games. “This isn’t just a bunch of games and sports we are playing. This is a...

Gather and Graze at Fromage Co.

Excelsior’s Fromage Co. takes charcuterie to the next level. Inspiration to launch a new business doesn’t always arrive like a bolt of lightning....

Welcome to the August 2026 Issue

Welcome to our annual education issue, showcasing our Senior Spotlight students, who were nominated by their schools for being exemplary leaders in...

Senior Spotlight Students Bookmark Their Important Moments

We are pleased to feature this year’s Senior Spotlight students in our annual review of local high schoolers, making an impact on their school and...

A Full Plate With Rowan & Dough

Rowan & Dough helps families beat the at-home dinner rush. Say goodbye to the lazy, hazy days of summer when schedules run a bit loose and even...

Going Beyond the Buckets With Maddyn Greenway

More than the record book: Maddyn Greenway champions a legacy of leadership. Great high school athletes come and go, but the ones who make a big...

Reimagining Home With Boyer Building Corporation

Thoughtful design honors a family’s legacy of lake life living. Some homes are more than structures; they are chapters in a family’s story. For Jill...

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...

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...

In Full Swing With Golf Pro Katie Bakken

Golfers at all stages of the game make their mark on the green. Minnesota’s golf scene continues its upward swing. Last year, the Minnesota Golf...

Meet Lafayette Club’s New Golf and Racquet Professionals

Robb Nelson and Dave Wolden bring decades of experience to Lake Minnetonka’s Lafayette Club. The Lafayette Club welcomes professionals Robb Nelson...

Athlete Jenna Perkins Champions the Inclusion Revolution

Jenna Perkins reflects on her role with the Special Olympics USA Games. “This isn’t just a bunch of games and sports we are playing. This is a...

Gather and Graze at Fromage Co.

Excelsior’s Fromage Co. takes charcuterie to the next level. Inspiration to launch a new business doesn’t always arrive like a bolt of lightning....

Your Wedding, Our Pages

Noteworthy, Weddings

This beautiful time of year brings coral bells and wedding bells! And, as you know, every wedding celebration starts with a special announcement. We...

Senior Spotlight Students Bookmark Their Important Moments

Education, Featured, People

We are pleased to feature this year’s Senior Spotlight students in our annual review of local high schoolers, making an impact on their school and...

A Full Plate With Rowan & Dough

Featured, Local Makers

Rowan & Dough helps families beat the at-home dinner rush. Say goodbye to the lazy, hazy days of summer when schedules run a bit loose and even...

Reimagining Home With Boyer Building Corporation

Featured, History, Interior Design, Renovate

Thoughtful design honors a family’s legacy of lake life living. Some homes are more than structures; they are chapters in a family’s story. For Jill...

Shop Local

We are proud to say we are a locally owned and family operated business since 1984! We are two floors of gifts and goods in endless variety. We provide our customers with an incredible shopping experience, starting from our friendly staff to an unparalleled selection of home décor, specialty gifts, and clothing. While you're here, enjoy something homemade for breakfast or lunch in our café. General Store of Minnetonka 952.935.7131 Monday - Friday: 9:30am - 9pm Saturday: 9:30am - 6pm Sunday: 12pm - 5pm Facebook: General Store Of Minnetonka Instagram:...

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Meet Minnetonka’s Renaissance Woman

Arts, History, Noteworthy

Martha Van de Vere Larkin (1869–1967) was a Minnetonka woman of note. Martha and her husband, John, farmed the land that the Dayton company...

Student-Centered Excellence With “Ahoy, Minnetonka!”

Book Club, Education, Noteworthy

Through Ahoy, Minnetonka!, Minnetonka Public Schools shares podcast conversations with the many different individuals who power the district...

Jenny Bodurka Is Community Driven

Giving Back, Noteworthy, People

Growing up, Jenny Bodurka was heavily involved in school activities and her community, inspiring her career path. For 11 years, Bodurka has...

The Recipe for Beefed up Burgers

Ingredients, Noteworthy, Recipes

Ground beef is one of the most popular and versatile items in Kowalski’s Markets’ meat department. But “ground beef” is a common term often used to...

Events

Iris Society Dig & Sale

Home & Garden, Outdoors

Mark your calendar for the Iris Society of Minnesota's sale, outdoors from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. August 1 and 2 at the Ordway Picnic Shelter. See the dig in...