Program encourages the enthusiasm and natural desire young chefs have for cooking. As cooking and baking competitions for people of all ages...
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The “Minnehaha” Steamboat Rehabilitation is Full Speed Ahead
Lake Minnetonka Historical Society’s efforts to preserve the historic steamboat have been bolstered by a grant from the Minnesota Historical...
Letters of Love Club Shares the Love
Grace Berbig shepherds a global club, spreading love and support through letters. When Grace Berbig thinks of her mother, Amanda Berbig, she feels...
A Hockey Game
Art and athletics collide to create this winning entry. “I love how photography gives me the opportunity to connect with my friends and make new...
Cheers for Charity With Tonka Vodka
A local vodka brand, focused on lake life, gives back to families affected by cancer—a cause close to the founders’ hearts. Long Lake’s Todd Epley...
Remembering the Corset
The first example of a corset appeared in statues made by the Minoan people, who lived on the island of Crete around 1000 B.C. The statues depicted...
Swing for a Cause at the Snowball Open
Lions Club charts a course for charitable giving. Back for its 37th year out on the ice, the Orono Lions Club’s Snowball Open is set for tee off on...
Filmmaker Eric Iberg Shares His Passion for Skiing
Eric Iberg shares his love for skiing through film and on the hills. Minnesota and winter go hand in hand. While known for its seasonal changes, all...
Wayzata Chilly Open 2024 Canceled
The major fundraiser for the Greater Wayzata Chamber of Commerce called off due to weather. The organizers behind the Wayzata Chilly Open have made...
Fish Hut Brings Free Ice Fishing to Lake Minnetonka
February 23 update: Due to the warm weather, the Fish Hut ice fishing event has been canceled. Over 300 youth and families signed up for the 2024...
Klondike Dog Derby 2024: Canceled
The annual sled dog race is off, but some events are still slated for February. As of a January 3 press release, the team behind the Lake Minnetonka...
Bunny Besties Spreads Pure Hoppiness
Nonprofit offers animal visits to promote wellness and reduce stress. With their ultra-soft fur and adorably twitchy noses, it’s pretty hard to...
Natural Resources Club Inspires Natural Connections
Minnetonka club provides students with community environmental conservation opportunities. When a Minnetonka High School (MHS) student realized her...
MasterChef Junior Contestant Goes Global
Ariana Feygin discovers her passion while living and cooking abroad. It’s been about 10 years since Excelsior native Ariana Feygin auditioned for...
Hospital History
Change is inevitable. With history, it is no different. Today, health care now includes telemedicine, minute clinics, urgent care facilities, life...
Winter Ice Lake Minnetonka
Winning image finds active beauty in stillness. “The winters can be long in Minnesota, but they can also be beautiful,” Cindy Perone says. “I enjoy...
Tonka Talk: Talk of the Town
Website and podcast aim to be hubs for community information. In an area where the water separates people, Natalie Webster is working to bring them...
Local Ballerina Dances With Minnesota Dance Theatre
Madison Skapyak takes part in this year’s Loyce Houlton’s Nutcracker Fantasy. Minneapolis’ State Theatre transforms into a dazzling holiday...
Fun Winter Activities for the Whole Family
Think out of the (gift) box when planning holiday experiences. When guests come to town over the holidays, hosts can be hard-pressed when it comes...
The Minnetonka Record: Then and Now
One might think the holidays were celebrated very differently 100 years ago, but a look through the Lake Minnetonka Historical Society’s archives...
