Local nonprofit turns stumbling blocks into stepping stones. While Sara Swan has over two decades of experience in special education, she initially...
Community
Meet the Best of Lake Minnetonka 2021
Readers give their nods to hometown favorites. Instagram hashtags have been around for a bit—#eatlocal, #playlocal, #shoplocal and on they go, but...
Out with the Old …
Commons' Master Plan kicks off with a new pavilion. Excelsior Commons has long been the epicenter of lakeside events, including community festivals,...
Editor’s Picks
Can we have a word? The beauty of Lake Minnetonka Magazine, in my estimation, is partly due to the monthly marriage of words and images, wonderfully...
Shred for a Cause
Veterans, youth and community members make waves. The Minnesota Wakesurf Championship (MNWSC) returns this month after being held virtually last...
Who? Me?
“… eyes are the windows to the soul.” Guess who won first place in the Pets category of Lens on Lake Minnetonka, our annual photo contest? Big Brown...
Miss America 2.0
Pageant stresses empowerment and community impact. As the Miss Minnesota competition gears up for the week of June 20–26, there will be a familiar...
Blade Runner
Barber knows his stuff — from facial skin to follicles. After a decade in the industry, professional barber Johnathan McCastle brings skills and...
Heel, Sit, Stay
Prep your pup for a happy summer. Dogs quickly become integral members of their human family. Like most additions, these furry friends need...
Silent Stories
Photographer gives voice to Abandoned North Dakota. For those who appreciate and are curious about churches, homes, schools and the like that are no...
Magic Carpet Ride
Action shot takes a top spot in photo contest. Lake Minnetonka provides year-around opportunities for great photos, and Chad McShane shared his...
Celebrate 60
St. David’s Center hosts virtual gala. In 1961, Sybil Lynch founded a nursery school at St. David’s Episcopal Church, and just four years later, St....
Minnetonka Classical Ballet Training School Prepares Dancers for Professional Careers
Ballet school encourages dancers to achieve excellence and pursue their dream dance careers. Inspiring young ballet dancers to achieve excellence...
Hop To It
Excitement simmers for annual egg hunt. Our Savior Lutheran Church and School’s 25th annual Easter egg hunt is going COVID-friendly with a...
Historic Home Made a Worthy Move
The past few years has seen an outcry from people wanting to preserve the historic nature of Excelsior’s built environment. The pique of property...
Autism Awareness
The philosophy at the Minnesota Autism Center is one size does not fit all. April 2 marks World Autism Awareness Day. The entire month is known as...
Reflections of Aurora
Boat owner captures a quiet moment on the water. Reflections placed second in the Activities and Events category of our annual photo contest, Lens...
Live the Luxe Life
Your wish is her command. Imagine hardly a work day goes by without someone prefacing a conversation with, “I know this may be a strange question …”...
Forest Bathing
"Our affinity naturally leans toward green." No, you’re not submerged in water, and yes, you keep your clothes on. Forest bathing or shinrin-yoku...
On the Right Track
“It looked like a real world in miniature.” Michael Gilbertson’s All Aboard placed second in the City Landmarks category of our annual Lens on Lake...
