Regardless if the excursion is near or far, a trip to a hotel, museum or tourist destination gift shop is a must for even the most well-seasoned...
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Meet Local Artist Kelly Carámbula
Kelly Carámbula focuses on clay, fiber, metal, paint and wood, exploring themes of control and imperfection and incorporating elements of surprise,...
Destination Directive Offers Curated Travel Experiences
A virtuoso travel advisor takes a personal approach to luxury excursions. As the founder of Destination Directive in Wayzata, Alicia Oberg lights up...
How To Grow Your Own Bouquet
A horticulturist shares ideas for cultivating a cutting garden that produces beautiful blooms—outdoors and in. April showers bring May flowers along...
Make a Connection With Nature–Based Therapeutic Services
Many of us spend hours each day stuck in our cars in traffic and in front of our screens. What if we chose to do the opposite, disconnecting from...
The Story Behind the Polka Dot House
An artist showcases her work and welcomes others to share the spotlight. Joy reveals itself in a multitude of ways. And for passersby along Third...
Run, Bike and Swim Into Summer With the Tonka Youth Triathlon
Minnetonka youth gear up for an exciting tri-sport extravaganza. The Tonka Youth Triathlon invites adventurous young athletes to swim, bike and run...
Gather and Graze at Fromage Co.
Excelsior’s Fromage Co. takes charcuterie to the next level. Inspiration to launch a new business doesn’t always arrive like a bolt of lightning....
Travel Ready With ”The Thoughtful Travel Podcast”
Whether you’re a seasoned solo traveler, beginner backpacker or perfectionist planning the next family vacation or honeymoon, The Thoughtful Travel...
Meaningful Book Picks for Memorial Day
As Memorial Day is marked this month, there are many great picture books for children that highlight the reason behind the holiday. A Day for...
Packed and Ready With Two Wandering Soles
Bloggers share insider tips for traveling with kids. Zweber family road trips look a bit different than most. When Katie and Ben Zweber reach their...
Get Crackin’ in the Kitchen
Foodie Michele Phillips offers a fresh look at classic egg dishes. With Easter arriving on April 5, the month brings a bit more attention to eggs....
Discover Earth Day Books at Local Libraries
April 22’s Earth Day, marked since 1970, is meant to raise awareness about the environment. While there may be local and state-wide events planned,...
“Lucky Dog” Is a Dyslexia-Friendly Debut
When Excelsior author Mara Ryan watched her then-second grader struggle to find a book that felt like it truly belonged to her, something shifted....
Spring’s Sweet Crunch
Carrots are often associated with spring, renewal and growth—fitting themes for the Easter season. Rainbow carrots, ranging from deep purples and...
Painter Missy Monson Brings People Together Through Art
Excelsior painter Missy Monson has done what some hobbyists can only dream of: turn a relaxing pastime into a business. Monson took her first step...
A Cottage Reborn With Lake Studio Design
Come inside a 1920s remodel with Excelsior designer and general contractor Kate Kadlec. For Excelsior-based designer and general contractor Kate...
Two Wandering Soles Shares a Family Travel Guide
Bloggers share insider tips for traveling with kids. Zweber family road trips look a bit different than most. When Ben and Katie Zweber reach their...
Tuning Into “Ahoy, Minnetonka!”
Podcast Ahoy, Minnetonka! features conversations with the people who make Minnetonka Public Schools a cornerstone of the community. Episodes include...
Go Green at the Annual Luck O’ the Lake
St. Patrick’s Day tradition promotes light-hearted competition and community celebration. The festive Luck O’ the Lake 5K and 1-mile races and the...
