Local Athletes Compete at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games
Meet those from the West Metro who have gold medal dreams. The Opening Ceremony for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games arrives on February...
Sugarspoon Desserts Is Top Tier
Baker creates gourmet cakes that defy expectations—and sometimes gravity. It’s architecture, it’s science and it’s eminently edible. When Altreisha...
Showered in Flavor
Who says cake can only make an appearance at the wedding reception? Fresh lemon and almond flavoring marry to create this heavenly cake, which is...
Sip & Script Teaches the Art of Calligraphy
If the engaged couple wants to take a hands-on approach with their invitations, addressing the envelopes can bring some personalization to the...
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Support Local Businesses at the Hot Cocoa Stroll
Sip warm refreshments while shopping small on February 21 in downtown Excelsior. The Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce and over 20...
A Solid Foundation for Life Together
Talking about money isn’t always easy, especially when a couple is juggling the excitement and expenses of planning a wedding. Hannah and Brady Rein...
Sip & Script Teaches the Art of Calligraphy
If the engaged couple wants to take a hands-on approach with their invitations, addressing the envelopes can bring some personalization to the...
“Ready or Not”
While the title and book cover suggest lighthearted reading, Cara Bastone’s romance novel is beautifully written with plenty of emotional depth...
Events
Wayzata Chilly Open Snowga
Warm up from the inside out with outdoor yoga on the ice from 9 to 10 a.m. at Panoway on Wayzata Bay. Use this time to get warmed up for the Chilly...
February Art Fair
The February Art Fair is back in conjunction with the Spring Flower Show at the Arboretum. Visitors can get respite from the monochromatic winter...
February Art Fair
The February Art Fair is back in conjunction with the Spring Flower Show at the Arboretum. Visitors can get respite from the monochromatic winter...
Excelsior Book Club
Join our discussion of interesting titles. The book club meets in-person on the second Thursday of each month. February 12: The Names by Florence...
Goldfish Swim School: Minnetonka Family Night Out
Join us for a free night of fun with open family swim in our warm 90 F pool. Dive for rings, ride in our canoe, airplane or car, swim with fins, or...
In This Issue
Support Local Businesses at the Hot Cocoa Stroll
Sip warm refreshments while shopping small on February 21 in downtown Excelsior. The Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce and over 20 participating businesses will treat community members...
Local Athletes Compete at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games
Meet those from the West Metro who have gold medal dreams. The Opening Ceremony for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games arrives on February 6, and the North Star State will be well...
Vote for Best of Lake Minnetonka 2026
Welcome to the February 2026 Issue
Even after all these years, the moment is saved in my heart. As I stood that afternoon at the bottom of the church stairs, leading up to the narthex, I told myself to be in the moment. Release the...
Mush Magic at the Klondike Dog Derby
Gather with the community to experience a true winter extravaganza in the heart of Excelsior. Embrace winter adventure at the annual Klondike Dog Derby March 6 and 7 by participating in prerace...
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