Sun offers perfect lighting for winning photo. “I took this photo near the depot on Lake Street in Wayzata,” Maria Slusser says. “The sun was low,...
Community
Artist Chris Foote: A Life Through Pictures
Artist left a legacy of creativity and positivity to his family and community. Respected local artist Chris Foote was a beloved area resident known...
Meet Your 2023 Miss Minnesota
Angelina Amerigo prepares to take to the national stage for the Miss America competition. In our June 2021 issue, we introduced you to Miss Heart of...
How the Polo Classic Helps Retired Racehorses
When a day promises Champagne sipping and divot stomping—all for a good cause—we want to learn more. Since 1989, The Polo Classic has been held in...
A Quick History of Excelsior Academy
The Lake Minnetonka area offers students a variety of educational opportunities. In the past, it also offered a unique college. Long a community...
The Splash
Winning photo makes a real splash. “I was taking a photograph of someone doing a backflip off the back of our boat and decided to take one of the...
Emily Carriveau Shares Her Life With Blog Small Town Me
Delano local shares her hobby farm, garage sale escapades, craft room exploits and more with a growing number of fans on social media. “Okay,...
Local Seniors Share Their Spark
Local high school students bring the best of themselves to their schools and communities. Part of what makes a community great is its commitment to...
Black Gown Gala 2023
The Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of commerce held its annual Black Gown Gala fundraising event. Attendees and community members mingled...
How Minnetonka High School Builds Students Up
Minnetonka High School offers programs with students’ success in mind. Learning strategies can travel down so many avenues. At Minnetonka High...
Firefly Sisterhood Hosts Second Annual Celebrate the Sisterhood Event
Local shops and boutiques support breast cancer survivors and thrivers. The nonprofit Firefly Sisterhood connects women recently diagnosed with...
Say Hello to Your Best of Lake Minnetonka 2023 Winners
Our cup runneth over with top-tier businesses and services. I hope this doesn’t come off as trite—but this really is the best Best of Lake...
Submissions Open for the Lens on Lake Minnetonka Photo Contest 2023
Throughout its pages, Lake Minnetonka Magazine showcases the lake community in a multitude of ways, and one of our favorite methods is through our...
Best Ways To Spend Time Around Lake Minnetonka
Bank on intentional ways to spend time around town. Being more intentional in the way in which I spend free time is important to me. Making plans....
Erne Your Spot
If you haven’t jumped on the pickleball bandwagon, now is the time. This sport is increasing in popularity among players ages 18–60 years old. The...
HouseNovel Delves Into Local Homes’ History
Minnetonka couple develops a home history website, which aims to tell the story of every house in America. Biltmore, Fallingwater, Graceland and...
Meet Minnetonka Center for the Arts’ Director
Roxanne Heaton strives to take art center’s programs “to the widest possible audience.” A beloved community organization since 1952, Minnetonka...
Chapman House’ History of Quiet Comfort
On July 4, 1876, Chapman House opened its hotel with a grand ball and dining for guests. Built by brothers Seymour and Sumner Chapman, the...
Reflecting tagged as Readers’ Choice Winner
Sarah Happe took the photo of Bertie, 5, her German shorthair pointer with an iPhone 12 Pro Max near Lake Minnetonka. The Minnetonka resident says...
Westonka Food Shelf Helps the Community
“The need has never been greater.” —Michelle Bottenfield, director of the Westonka Food Shelf “It’s an amazing thing what our community is doing out...
