Raise a Glass to May
There’s so much to celebrate this month with bridal and baby showers in the offing, as well as Mother’s Day and the opening of the picnic season...
How Local Master Gardeners Are Digging In
Master gardeners showcase their earthly endeavors. Like many things in life, experiencing them firsthand often provides an elevated experience. For...
A Master Gardener’s Tips for Bee Lawns
Get tips for cultivating a naturally impactful lawn. Raise your green thumbs if you’ve heard or read about bee lawns. We were curious about the...
Loon Family Photos on Lake Minnetonka
Family portrait comes to life on water. “I absolutely love nature and being outside on this water,” Cindy Perone says. “This little family swam...
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Excelsior Paint & Design Carpet One
Our 5,400 square foot showroom features hardwood, carpet, luxury vinyl and laminate flooring; HunterDouglas blinds; Benjamin Moore and Fine Paints of Europe paints and stains; Cambria, Dekton, Silestone, and MSI Quartz countertops; wallpaper by York, Schumacher, Thibaut and more. Whether you’re building a brand-new home, looking to redecorate a room or refreshing a color palette, our designers are here to help you from inspiration to installation in making your house your home. Hard to find but worth the trip, you’ll find our two-story building with ample parking next to Youngsteds Car...
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Artist Adam Turman Presents Latest Show at the Arboretum
Twin Cities artist, muralist and printmaker Adam Turman is coming to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum May 9 through July 14 with a solo show, Did...
LAGO Creates Coasters Perfect for Boating
Who knew that a sunset boat ride around Lake Minnetonka, complete with Aperol Spritzes, would lead to a product launch—meet LAGO. During a cruise on...
Raise a Glass to May
There’s so much to celebrate this month with bridal and baby showers in the offing, as well as Mother’s Day and the opening of the picnic season...
Make Your Own Perfect Patties
Although there is some debate as to the origins of the beloved hamburger, can we all agree that there is no better time than Memorial Day weekend to...
Events
Annual St. Peter Lutheran German Maifest
Traditional German May Festival to include entertainment by the Alpensterne Band, S.G. Edelweiss Schuhplattlers and Bill Koncar strolling...
Spread Your Wings Gala
Are you ready to rock? Interfaith Outreach is proud to celebrate its 45th anniversary—and our vibrant community—at our biennial 2024 Spread Your...
Excelsior Art on the Lake
Experience the enchanting world of Excelsior Art on the Lake, where over 120 gifted artists converge to showcase their original creations. Amidst...
Excelsior Art on the Lake
Experience the enchanting world of Excelsior Art on the Lake, where over 120 gifted artists converge to showcase their original creations. Amidst...
65th Annual Roger Miller Golf Classic
The Roger Miller Golf Classic is turning 65. We've got a wonderful tournament planned for you this year. Same great golf and good times with some...
3rd Annual Tommy’s Olympic Speed Walk
Tommy's Olympic Speed Walk is a charity event in support of the BeLikeTommy Project. Tommy aspired to be an Olympic Speed Walker and in the months...
Pride Brews & Drag Brunch
Mark your calendars for June 29 an celebrate Pride Month with POWER Drag Revue. Get ready to brunch and be dazzled at Boom Island Brewing Co's...
In This Issue
Welcome to the May 2024 Issue
I find it fitting—in such a lovely, organic sense—that the themes of outdoor living and art join together to create this month’s issue. In so many ways, nature serves as one of our first art...
How Local Master Gardeners Are Digging In
Master gardeners showcase their earthly endeavors. Like many things in life, experiencing them firsthand often provides an elevated experience. For example, when visiting a garden, one can view how...
Artist Adam Turman Presents Latest Show at the Arboretum
Twin Cities artist, muralist and printmaker Adam Turman is coming to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum May 9 through July 14 with a solo show, Did You See That? A working artist since 2003, Turman...
North Mallow Shares Sweet Eats and Experiences
Former camp counselors know their way around a classic bonfire treat. What’s more familiar than a s’more in the summertime? The classic crunchy meets gooey fireside snack is the exclamation point on...
Loon Family Photos on Lake Minnetonka
Family portrait comes to life on water. “I absolutely love nature and being outside on this water,” Cindy Perone says. “This little family swam right next to me while I was out boating. “Taking...