Welcome to the May 2024 Issue

I find it fitting—in such a lovely, organic sense—that the themes of outdoor living and art join together to create this month’s issue. In so many...

Finding enough to do in her Long Lake garden isn’t difficult for Meg Cowden. She relishes the opportunity. “Gardening is a multifaceted life-giving hobby,” she says. “It provides you with the opportunity to slow down, observe [and] experience deep reverence daily, and it’s grounding.”

How Local Master Gardeners Are Digging In

Master gardeners showcase their earthly endeavors. Like many things in life, experiencing them firsthand often provides an elevated experience. For...

“We’re not just a food company,” Mike Nelson says. “We’re all about the experience.” That includes s’mores kits and The Travel Campfire, satisfying sweet tooths wherever they might find themselves.

North Mallow Shares Sweet Eats and Experiences

Former camp counselors know their way around a classic bonfire treat. What’s more familiar than a s’more in the summertime? The classic crunchy...

Lake Minnetonka serves as an outdoor classroom for those interested in sailing. On this day, adults take their turn learning the ropes, which can bring a lifetime of recreation and enjoyment.

Wayzata Sailing Shows Sailors of All Ages the Ropes

Wayzata Sailing proves it’s never too late to start a new adventure. Ask anyone involved in Wayzata Sailing, the longtime community sailing center...

For Memorial Day, Gary Marquardt will visit two cemeteries in Mound to play at veterans’ graves. “I’ll keep playing until I can’t anymore,” he says.

Gary Marquardt Honors Veterans Through Music

Mound man honors veterans—one note at a time. If you’ve ever been boating near Casco Point on Lake Minnetonka at sunset, chances are you’ve heard...

Ryan Rivard Embarks on The Everest Project

And the climb is just the start of his latest journey. On April 8, 2024, 41-year-old Wayzata local Ryan Rivard boarded an airplane and set off on...

Welcome to the April 2024 Issue

If you come over to my house, don’t go into the lower level. I beg of you. There’s a room down there that if you asked me what color it is, I’d ask...

A childhood wagon, circa 1889–1890, that belonged to Dana Frear, who was Minnetonka’s first town historian, was donated to the Minnetonka Historical Society by Chuck Kloster in 2022.

How To Donate Family Artifacts to Lake Area Historical Groups

Historical organizations recommend ways to declutter and donate. What are you going to do with that? Does anyone in the family want this? Where can...

Landschute is known for timeless homes on the shores of Lake Minnetonka.

Landschute Brings an Artist’s Philosophy to Architecture

Landschute combines Old World design philosophy with today’s lifestyle. “I think architects are born to be architects,” says Jon Monson, founder of...

Bonnie Bohn Hector (at right) starts with a plan, but her ideas often morph into different creative outcomes. The use of color, size and texture comes into play. Elements can take up to two hours to assemble.

Bonnie Bohn Hector Creates Mandalas From Natural Finds

While much of the world was becoming physically and emotionally stagnant during the early days of COVID-19, her creativity was flowing. Then and...

Delight in the Grilled Cheese with Lobster Bisque from Gold Nugget Tavern & Grille.

Fresh Takes on the Classic Grilled Cheese Around Town

Discover tips to create (or order!) a beloved grilled cheese sandwich. It started with a slice of bread topped with grated cheese that was served to...

Kitchen Designed by The Divine Living Space

The Divine Living Space Shares How To Host

It’s all in the details and preplanning when it comes to the holidays. As much as we might not want to admit it, there’s a fair amount of chaos when...

Painter Finds Inspiration on the Shores of Tonka Bay

Artist Kickliy creates a series of live paintings with Lake Minnetonka as his subject. Hidden in plain sight, on the shore of a small marsh in Tonka...

Brick + Linen Shares Ideas for Stunning Tablescapes

Curate an aesthetic that reads inviting and elevated. There are different schools of thought when it comes to setting a table—be it for formal...

Feathered Acres Learning Farm Brings Home the Bacon

Feathered Acres Learning Farm & Inn offers a chance to experience agricultural life. Many Lake Minnetonka area families with school-age children...

Welcome to the May 2024 Issue

I find it fitting—in such a lovely, organic sense—that the themes of outdoor living and art join together to create this month’s issue. In so many...

How Local Master Gardeners Are Digging In

Master gardeners showcase their earthly endeavors. Like many things in life, experiencing them firsthand often provides an elevated experience. For...

North Mallow Shares Sweet Eats and Experiences

Former camp counselors know their way around a classic bonfire treat. What’s more familiar than a s’more in the summertime? The classic crunchy...

Wayzata Sailing Shows Sailors of All Ages the Ropes

Wayzata Sailing proves it’s never too late to start a new adventure. Ask anyone involved in Wayzata Sailing, the longtime community sailing center...

Gary Marquardt Honors Veterans Through Music

Mound man honors veterans—one note at a time. If you’ve ever been boating near Casco Point on Lake Minnetonka at sunset, chances are you’ve heard...

Ryan Rivard Embarks on The Everest Project

And the climb is just the start of his latest journey. On April 8, 2024, 41-year-old Wayzata local Ryan Rivard boarded an airplane and set off on...

Welcome to the April 2024 Issue

If you come over to my house, don’t go into the lower level. I beg of you. There’s a room down there that if you asked me what color it is, I’d ask...

How To Donate Family Artifacts to Lake Area Historical Groups

Historical organizations recommend ways to declutter and donate. What are you going to do with that? Does anyone in the family want this? Where can...

Landschute Brings an Artist’s Philosophy to Architecture

Landschute combines Old World design philosophy with today’s lifestyle. “I think architects are born to be architects,” says Jon Monson, founder of...

Bonnie Bohn Hector Creates Mandalas From Natural Finds

While much of the world was becoming physically and emotionally stagnant during the early days of COVID-19, her creativity was flowing. Then and...

Fresh Takes on the Classic Grilled Cheese Around Town

Discover tips to create (or order!) a beloved grilled cheese sandwich. It started with a slice of bread topped with grated cheese that was served to...

The Divine Living Space Shares How To Host

It’s all in the details and preplanning when it comes to the holidays. As much as we might not want to admit it, there’s a fair amount of chaos when...

Painter Finds Inspiration on the Shores of Tonka Bay

Artist Kickliy creates a series of live paintings with Lake Minnetonka as his subject. Hidden in plain sight, on the shore of a small marsh in Tonka...

Brick + Linen Shares Ideas for Stunning Tablescapes

Curate an aesthetic that reads inviting and elevated. There are different schools of thought when it comes to setting a table—be it for formal...

Feathered Acres Learning Farm Brings Home the Bacon

Feathered Acres Learning Farm & Inn offers a chance to experience agricultural life. Many Lake Minnetonka area families with school-age children...

Raise a Glass to May

Drinks, Noteworthy, Recipes

There’s so much to celebrate this month with bridal and baby showers in the offing, as well as Mother’s Day and the opening of the picnic season...

How Local Master Gardeners Are Digging In

Education, Featured, Garden

Master gardeners showcase their earthly endeavors. Like many things in life, experiencing them firsthand often provides an elevated experience. For...

A Master Gardener’s Tips for Bee Lawns

Garden, Landscape

Get tips for cultivating a naturally impactful lawn. Raise your green thumbs if you’ve heard or read about bee lawns. We were curious about the...

Loon Family Photos on Lake Minnetonka

Photo Contest

Family portrait comes to life on water. “I absolutely love nature and being outside on this water,” Cindy Perone says. “This little family swam...

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Goldfish Swim School- Minnetonka

Goldfish Swim School was created by parents, for parents, with this goal in mind — to give kids the platform to build essential life skills that will help them make waves in life. We’ve created an inviting and safe place where kids overcome their fears, learn to swim, respect the water and have lots of fun while doing it. Our safety program leads the industry with certified lifeguards and deck supervisors during every lesson. Our specially designed pool offers a safe seating area for children to stay warm, and safe in between practicing skills. Our award-winning tropical environment and...

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Noteworthy

Artist Adam Turman Presents Latest Show at the Arboretum

Arts, Noteworthy

Twin Cities artist, muralist and printmaker Adam Turman is coming to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum May 9 through July 14 with a solo show, Did...

LAGO Creates Coasters Perfect for Boating

Gift Guides, Noteworthy, Shops

Who knew that a sunset boat ride around Lake Minnetonka, complete with Aperol Spritzes, would lead to a product launch—meet LAGO. During a cruise on...

Raise a Glass to May

Drinks, Noteworthy, Recipes

There’s so much to celebrate this month with bridal and baby showers in the offing, as well as Mother’s Day and the opening of the picnic season...

Make Your Own Perfect Patties

Local Makers, Noteworthy, Recipes

Although there is some debate as to the origins of the beloved hamburger, can we all agree that there is no better time than Memorial Day weekend to...