Lake Minnetonka Magazine June 2026 Issue

Welcome to the June 2026 Issue

Truth time: I know more of my neighborhood’s dogs than I do the people who live throughout our little nook of our city. To be fair, when our kids...
Lani Basa (left) connects with entrepreneurs as she leads a Business Women’s Circle meeting.

Business Women’s Circle Gives Entrepreneurs Guidance

Organizations help business owners find guidance, accountability and community. For many an entrepreneurial woman trying to get her business off the...
Dubai Chocolate Cheesecake

Spencer Olson Explores the Dubai Chocolate Craze

Read along, and learn how to make a decadent fad-worthy dessert. When chocolate wraps itself around a mixture of pistachio cream, tahini and kataifi...
Marisa Coughlan at The Lobby in Excelsior

Actress Marisa Coughlan Returns to Her Minnesota Roots

Discover the hometown story behind Marisa Coughlan’s Blue Eyed Girl. After falling in love with movies as a child, all Minnesota native Marisa...
Jenna Perkins

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...
Lake Minnetonka Magazine May 2026

Welcome to the May 2026 Issue

It fills me with great joy to open the door to May to our travel and outdoor living issue, which features some interesting takes on the topics. This...
Colorful designer shopping bags

Brookie Brandt Has Designs on Travel Mementos

Regardless if the excursion is near or far, a trip to a hotel, museum or tourist destination gift shop is a must for even the most well-seasoned...

Destination Directive Offers Curated Travel Experiences

A virtuoso travel advisor takes a personal approach to luxury excursions. As the founder of Destination Directive in Wayzata, Alicia Oberg lights up...
This summer, The Polka Dot House will offer Social Saturdays from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. at 468 Third St., Excelsior. The venue has also hosted floral workshops with Jess Bruggink of Excelsior’s AlmaRose Floral, a watercolor class, a book signing with Erin Gleeson of The Forest Feast and multiple art openings.

The Story Behind the Polka Dot House

An artist showcases her work and welcomes others to share the spotlight. Joy reveals itself in a multitude of ways. And for passersby along Third...
Charcuterie board from Fromage Co.

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....
Lake Minnetonka Magazine June 2026 Issue

Welcome to the June 2026 Issue

Truth time: I know more of my neighborhood’s dogs than I do the people who live throughout our little nook of our city. To be fair, when our kids...
Lani Basa (left) connects with entrepreneurs as she leads a Business Women’s Circle meeting.

Business Women’s Circle Gives Entrepreneurs Guidance

Organizations help business owners find guidance, accountability and community. For many an entrepreneurial woman trying to get her business off the...
Dubai Chocolate Cheesecake

Spencer Olson Explores the Dubai Chocolate Craze

Read along, and learn how to make a decadent fad-worthy dessert. When chocolate wraps itself around a mixture of pistachio cream, tahini and kataifi...
Marisa Coughlan at The Lobby in Excelsior

Actress Marisa Coughlan Returns to Her Minnesota Roots

Discover the hometown story behind Marisa Coughlan’s Blue Eyed Girl. After falling in love with movies as a child, all Minnesota native Marisa...
Jenna Perkins

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...
Lake Minnetonka Magazine May 2026

Welcome to the May 2026 Issue

It fills me with great joy to open the door to May to our travel and outdoor living issue, which features some interesting takes on the topics. This...
Colorful designer shopping bags

Brookie Brandt Has Designs on Travel Mementos

Regardless if the excursion is near or far, a trip to a hotel, museum or tourist destination gift shop is a must for even the most well-seasoned...

Destination Directive Offers Curated Travel Experiences

A virtuoso travel advisor takes a personal approach to luxury excursions. As the founder of Destination Directive in Wayzata, Alicia Oberg lights up...
This summer, The Polka Dot House will offer Social Saturdays from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. at 468 Third St., Excelsior. The venue has also hosted floral workshops with Jess Bruggink of Excelsior’s AlmaRose Floral, a watercolor class, a book signing with Erin Gleeson of The Forest Feast and multiple art openings.

The Story Behind the Polka Dot House

An artist showcases her work and welcomes others to share the spotlight. Joy reveals itself in a multitude of ways. And for passersby along Third...
Charcuterie board from Fromage Co.

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....
Looking for Worms

Looking for Worms

Helen Canning and her grandson, Bergen, 4, frequently walk around Mound’s Langdon Lake along the Dakota Rail Regional Trail. “The path around...

Shop Local

The Brost Clinic

We are a chiropractic and natural healthcare clinic with 6 doctors and over 38 years of experience in the Wayzata community.  We treat people of all ages.  We are in network with most insurance companies and love to take care of our community! Same day appointments available. The Brost Clinic 952.473.9637 Monday, Wednesday, Friday 7:00AM - 6:00PM Tuesday, Thursday 7:00AM - 8:00PM Saturday 8:00AM - 1:00PM Facebook: @thebrostclinic Instagram:...

Noteworthy

“Zaire”

“Zaire”

I fell in love instantly with Zaire. Art can sweep you away and leave you with a subjective story that lingers. Zaire’s subject is confident,...

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Events

Roger Miller Golf Classic

New this year — we’re teeing off in the morning at beautiful Rush Creek Golf Club on June 16. Get ready for a morning of great golf and good times....

In This Issue

Bonfire & Barrel Kicks Off the Season

Bonfire & Barrel Kicks Off the Season

The Schram Vineyards restaurant invites guests to its summer experience weekend. Bonfire & Barrel’s Summer Starts Here event offers three nights of entertainment and celebration at  Schram...

Wayzata’s ModernWell Is Recognized for Design

Wayzata’s ModernWell Is Recognized for Design

The co-working space was awarded first place in commercial design by ASID. In September 2025, Wayzata welcomed a new way to work. ModernWell, a co-working concept that saw exceptional success since...

Welcome to the June 2026 Issue

Welcome to the June 2026 Issue

Truth time: I know more of my neighborhood’s dogs than I do the people who live throughout our little nook of our city. To be fair, when our kids were school age and carpooling and playdates were...

What To Expect at the Wayzata Art Experience

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, consider attending the 22nd annual Wayzata Art Experience...

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