Excelsior painter Missy Monson has done what some hobbyists can only dream of: turn a relaxing pastime into a business. Monson took her first step...
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After the Rain
“After the Rain is a great example of macro photography, which I love,” says Mary McGovern, noting that water is a major element in the photograph’s...
Tuning Into “Ahoy, Minnetonka!”
Podcast Ahoy, Minnetonka! features conversations with the people who make Minnetonka Public Schools a cornerstone of the community. Episodes include...
Hoop Habits Levels Up With New Location
Anthony Tucker announces a second Hoop Habits facility opening in Minnetonka this spring. After over a decade on the court at the professional...
Discover Your Best of Lake Minnetonka 2026 Finalists
Bid on Belinda Jensen’s Coats, Support the ICA
The longtime meteorologist is auctioning off her winter wardrobe for a worthy cause. For the past 33 years, meteorologist Belinda Jensen has...
Reflection
“I pass that spot so often, and one day, I saw the reflection and saw a perfect photo,” Mary McGovern says. “I love the historic trolley boat,...
Harvest Days and Hearty Dinners
Imagine the clang of a dinner bell echoing across the Minnetonka countryside—a signal that the threshing crew was coming in hungry from the fields....
Go Green at the Annual Luck O’ the Lake
St. Patrick’s Day tradition promotes light-hearted competition and community celebration. The festive Luck O’ the Lake 5K and 1-mile races and the...
The Legacy Behind Matter’s Farm to Table
Fertile land in Delano is operated by a seventh generation of dedicated farmers. Legacies are established through a myriad of ways, and for one...
Soup du Joor Shares a Passion for Food
An entrepreneur juggles her love of cooking with catering, classes and a food truck. Growing up in Vadnais Heights, Joor Erin remembers always...
GYMGUYZ Offers Fitness on the Go
A West Metro entrepreneur is making it easier to fit in fitness. Mark Ruff, formerly of Excelsior and an avid backpacker, trail runner and...
ALARC Charity Ice Dive
Despite a temperature of 7 degrees and a brisk breeze, nearly 300 hardy divers registered for the 2026 ALARC Charity Ice Dive in Excelsior. The...
Celebrating Inclusion at The Arc Minnesota’s 2026 Gala
Lake Minnetonka Magazine is a proud sponsor of the annual fundraiser. Dedicated to bringing the community together, The Arc Minnesota will honor...
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...
Mush Magic at the Klondike Dog Derby
Update: the Klondike Dog Derby has been canceled for 2026 due to lack of snow. Embrace winter adventure at the annual Klondike Dog Derby March 6 and...
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...
Monica Mohn Prepares Couples for Their First Dance
From ballrooms to classrooms, instructor helps couples perfect the dip and dazzle. If anyone knows their way around a dance floor, it’s Monica Mohn....
Minnetonka Preschool Hosts Open House
Families are invited to learn about programs at the Minnetonka Community Education Center. Community members are encouraged to attend the Minnetonka...
