Spirit of service captured in parade photo. “I took this shot as it shows the spirit of the small town community coming together,” says Ann...
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Schroeder’s Guiding Service Talks Muskie Season
As lake waters cool, fishing can heat up. As a 16-year-old, Gregg Schroeder worked as dock boy at a marina on Lake Waconia. It might have been his...
Autumn Garden Guide to Perennials
Gardener shares strategies on how to divvy up your perennials this fall. With fall in the air and winter creeping closer, the time is now to begin...
Sharing the Love with Firefly Sisterhood
Mandy Ewig’s fight with breast cancer inspired an over $30,000 donation. In June 2022, local nonprofit Firefly Sisterhood received a check from...
Lake Minnetonka Senior Spotlight 2022: Strong Student Leaders
Students understood the assignment: Be a positive impact on their school and community. If education is the cornerstone of a successful community,...
Lily Pad Leap
Sheer joy is frozen in time during hot summer day. “The moment captured in this photo is sheer joy and a perfect reflection of happy childhood...
Wayzata Cotillion: More Than Good Manners
Cotillion offers lessons in timeless kindness and courtesy. Etiquette can make a significant difference in our day-to-day lives. Whether it is...
How to Tackle Those Back to School Blues (for Parents too)
Families face separation concerns. After quarantines and closures, students aren’t the only ones feeling some back-to-school anxieties. Going back...
The Thinking Spot Blends Reading and Science
New bookstore combines love for books and science. Science and book lovers alike now have a space devoted to them in the community at The Thinking...
Arboretum Director Peter Moe Announces Retirement
After nearly 50 years at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, director Peter Moe has announced his retirement. Peter Moe’s tenure at the Minnesota...
Support Systems: A Roundup of Lake Minnetonka Nonprofits
See how local nonprofits give back to the community. Valuing the power of community, the Lake Minnetonka area is unified by a collective desire to...
Noerenberg Memorial Gardens, Three Rivers Park District, Orono
“… it is a constant witness …” —Gabrielle Watson “I often go there to see how the seasons are celebrated in the garden, and I always think what a...
Editor’s Picks for Best of Lake Minnetonka
Lake Minnetonka community overflows with kindness and dedication. You’ve heard of the proverbial tip of the iceberg. While it generally has a...
Grilling Glossary for Summer
What’s the word on your grilling skills? Word has it that it’s National Grilling Month. While the summer entertaining season is just heating up,...
Follow the Leaders: Reader Favorites of 2021
Our Facebook page generates plenty of “Likes.” Interest is measured in all sorts of ways, including “Likes,” “Shares” and “Clicks.” Since this issue...
The Andersen Horticultural Library: Hidden Gem of the Arb
The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is a top destination all year long, but, each month, it boasts its own unique attractions. In July, visitors can...
Lens on Lake Minnetonka 2022: Submissions Open in August
From professionals to hobbyists, be sure to enter our annual contest. Category: Readers’ Choice (also First Place in the Pets category)...
Best of Lake Minnetonka 2022
Annual poll results offer glimpse into readers’ favorites. Lake Minnetonka Magazine readers—you did yourselves proud. When we asked you to weigh in...
The Anger Workbook for Kids Helps Children Address Feelings
Workbook helps children process their anger. After 12 years practicing as a mental health clinician specializing in children, Christina Kress says...
SkyBrothers Paragliding Soars to New Heights
“A paraglider is an airplane in a backpack.” —Alex Peterson, SkyBrothers Paragliding Take to the sky, and you’ll never know who or what you’ll meet....
