When it comes to arranging florals, the Power of Three is said to provide depth and variety. I contend that the principle applies elsewhere,...
Community
The Minnetonka All-Class Reunion Returns for 2024
Alumni of all ages are invited to celebrate in downtown Excelsior. On July 27, 2024, Water Street will host thousands of returning Skippers for the...
Support a Good Cause at Tommy’s Olympic Speed Walk
The BeLikeTommy Project hosts its third annual race. After Tommy Nash’s tragic passing in 2021 due to sudden cardiac arrest at the age of 14, the...
National All-American Miss Pre-Teen Shares Her Message
Mallory Habstritt uses platform to speak out about a rare autoimmune disorder. A decorated pageant winner, a seasoned speaker and a children’s book...
The Historic Lafayette Club Celebrates Two Anniversaries
Lafayette Club marks its 125th anniversary and the centennial of its historic clubhouse. It is a monumental year for Lafayette Club, celebrating the...
In Golden Pond
Sarah Happe appreciates the beauty of local lakes and found creative cause to snap this beautiful image. “I was inspired by the setting sun with the...
The General Store of Minnetonka Is 40 and Fabulous
Celebrate the General Store of Minnetonka—a beloved shopping and dining destination for three generations of customers. Amid the office buildings...
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...
Loon Family Photos on Lake Minnetonka
Family portrait comes to life on water. “I absolutely love nature and being outside on this water,” Cindy Perone says. “This little family swam...
Dream Makers 2024
The Minnetonka Public Schools Foundation hosted its marquee fundraiser Dream Makers on February 3 at Equestria West (Bavaria Downs, Chaska). The...
Bingo and Burgers by the Bay This May
How about prizeworthy games, tasty food and live music? We love a good alliteration, especially when it includes Bingo and Burgers by the Bay, which...
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...
Mound Westonka High School’s Tonkabots Make it to World Championships
The “little team that could” has emerged from the shadows and into the spotlight. The Mound Westonka High School (MWHS) robotics team, also known as...
Living Well Disability Services: Housing With Heart
Orono Woodlands joins Living Well in its mission to serve those with disabilities. Throughout the Twin Cities, 36 homes thrive on a foundation of...
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...
How To Prepare for the Solar Eclipse
The last total solar eclipse happened to pass over my brothers’ homes in Wyoming. People, including me, came from across the country and globe to...
Oriole Near the Minnehaha Spillway on Grays Bay
Home construction is brought to new heights. “I was watching the orioles searching for nesting materials and noticed one particular area of interest...
Discover Lake Minnetonkas Heritage Homes
Lake Minnetonka has many historical homes to appreciate—both large and modest in size. Area homes listed in the National Register of Historic Places...
