by Findlay Drabant | Aug 1, 2026 | Book Club, Pets, Wellness
The book frames one dog’s story as a healing tool for foster and adoptive children. By the time Molly DePrekel adopted Mariah—a 10-month-old black Labrador–Staffordshire terrier mix—the dog had already been returned by three previous owners and written off as...
by Renée Stewart-Hester | Aug 1, 2026 | Photo Contest
Capturing the essence of a hot summer day along Lake Minnetonka with the spirit of childhood is what drew our photo contest panel to this image taken by Amy Frye, who enjoys taking photos in and around Excelsior, Deephaven and Wayzata. “The light was perfect, and it...
by Maura Keller | Aug 1, 2026 | 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 and Troy Zangs, their Lake Minnetonka residence reflects this notion; it’s a place layered with decades of memories,...
by Rachael Perron | Aug 1, 2026 | 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 speak about a group of similar products that have some key differences: ground chuck, ground round and ground sirloin....
by Kate Overend | Jul 16, 2026 | Wellness
Entrepreneur McKenzie Carr wants to change the gym experience. A new boutique gym in the Tonka Bay Village Center has opened and is designed for strength, wellness and community. Founded by McKenzie Carr, SANCTUM FITNESS brings high-end aesthetics with strength and...
by Renée Stewart-Hester | Jul 1, 2026 | Best of Lake Minnetonka
by Renée Stewart-Hester | Jul 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
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 Best of Lake Minnetonka issue where we celebrate the results of our readers’ choice poll. Our devoted readers and...
by Kassondra Burtis and Zoe Yates | Jul 1, 2026 | Education, People, Sports
Aspiring golfers in the state have a new opportunity for training and competition. As part of the United States National Development Program (USNDP), Team Minnesota is the state’s first elite junior golf team, created to identify and provide critical development to...
by Renée Stewart-Hester | Jul 1, 2026 | Best of Lake Minnetonka, Local Makers, Restaurants
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 month’s Minnesota State Fair circulating and this being our Best of Lake Minnetonka issue, I figured now is a great time to...
by Renée Stewart-Hester | Jul 1, 2026 | Outdoors, Sports
Minnetonka Yacht Club hosts the annual Inland Lake Yachting Association Championship. Not all championships take place on a field or court, and some competitions hail from much earlier days, including the Inland Lake Yachting Association (ILYA) Championship, which has...
by Emily Gedde | Jul 1, 2026 | Arts, Education
A local mentorship program helps emerging creatives take flight. Jon Savitt enjoys making people laugh, and it’s a feeling that fuels the award-winning comedy writer and screenwriter to pursue a creative career. “When you say something funny and someone reacts to it...
by Abigail Larson | Jul 1, 2026 | Outdoors, Sports
Community-wide festivities mark special Fourth of July events. Summer’s unofficial midpoint holiday, the Fourth of July, comes with an extra dose of celebration this year as the country marks its 250th anniversary. Several lake area communities continue to offer their...
by Kassondra Burtis and Zoe Yates | Jul 1, 2026 | Education, People, Sports
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 Association marked an increase in golf rounds for the sixth time in the last seven years—participation was up nearly 2...
by Rachael Perron | Jul 1, 2026 | Ingredients, Noteworthy, Recipes
Rachael Perron of Kowalski’s Markets shares tips for buying and preparing the popular fruit. Mango, one of the world’s most popular fruits, is often used to enhance a variety of savory dishes, providing a balance of acidity, sweetness and a punch of vibrant color. It...
by Renée Stewart-Hester | Jul 1, 2026 | Photo Contest
Spinnaker’s Up by Mary McGovern was taken on Lake Minnetonka during a sailing regatta. “My friends took me out on their boat to get in the midst of the action,” says McGovern. Of this photo, she notes, “I feel that it captures the moment, and you can see the crew of...
