Bring your sunblock, sparklers and goodtime vibes to Excelsior this Fourth of July for a fun-filled summer celebration. This year, the day’s...
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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...
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...
Luck O’ the Lake Run 2024
Annual event is at the starting line. Get ready to gear up in green! The Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber is bringing its Luck O’ the Lake race to...
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...
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...
Sun & Slope Clothing Outfitters Celebrates Over 50 Years
The family-owned shop has spent half a century outfitting locals for adventure. In downtown Wayzata, Sun & Slope has served as an outfitter for...
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...
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...
Entrepreneur Tees Up Golf and Travel
Travel company Women on Fairways links a love of golf up with curated trips. Ashlee Ciora was living in downtown Los Angeles when her life coach...
Local Author Highlights The Role Of Two Minnesota Athletes In The Road To Title IX
Book shares the story of two Minnesota athletes’ fight for equality. In tennis, there is a point at which the momentum of the game swings. A player...
Recent Minnetonka High School Grad Competes at Nationals
Fencer Nolan Chez secures Division I spot at the University of the Incarnate Word. At his first regional tournament in October 2021, Nolan Chez’s...
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...
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....
The Mane Event
Dressage riders gain confidence, focus and fitness. May brings baskets and posies of flowers to our doors. Mothers are honored and treasured with...
A River Runs in the Family
Father-Daughter Duo KJ and Casey Millhone Break World Record Canoeing Mississippi River. The Mississippi River. The Father of Waters. Old Man River....
