What you need to know about the second season of this winter wonderland. January 26 update: Ice Palace Minnesota announced in a press release that...
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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...
Laura Bray Shares a Fun DIY Holiday Craft
Take a turn at creating some vintage-inspired holiday décor. ’Tis the season to create memories and some unique holiday décor for the keeping. While...
Million Dollar Quartet Hits the Stage
Relive one of music’s greatest jam sessions. If you need a million dollar idea for getting out with friends and family, head over to the Old Log...
Excelsior from A to Z
All of the charm and whimsy of Excelsior comes to life in Amanda Pesek’s new children’s book, E is for Excelsior! The Excelsior resident was...
The Valerius Family Spreads Love Through Travel
Local family provides supplies to mothers and babies in Guatemala. Imagine embarking on a trip across the globe, but instead of bringing a suitcase...
Woodworker Robert Clague Finds Inspiration in Nature
Minnetonka resident transforms Minnesota hardwoods into solid art. For Robert Clague, every piece of wood is an intriguing mystery just waiting to...
How ClipDifferent Makes a Difference
Orono-based family business enhances accessibility through the Lil Nipper. ClipDifferent’s story started 40 years ago when founder Tom McMullen had...
Ziggy’s Art Bus: An Exciting Update
The art studio on wheels expands its home visit program. In December 2022, we highlighted how Ziggy’s Art Bus brings guided art experiences to...
Crostini: Three Ways
Could little toasts with terrific toppings be a more perfect holiday appetizer? Crostini are easy to make, easy to customize and oh-so easy to love....
The Landing Shop Offers Creative Outlet
Local artists and crafters offer cornucopia of goods for sale. Are you looking for quality, locally handmade items for your home or as a gift? The...
Elevate Your Event With Unparalleled Parking
Valet company offers trusted addition to holiday parties and special events. During this time of year, there are plenty of reasons to invite guests...
The Divine Living Space Shares How To Host
It’s all in the details and preplanning when it comes to the holidays. As much as we might not want to admit it, there’s a fair amount of chaos when...
Explore the History of Big Island
Local historian Paul Maravelas is doing more than just writing a book based on Lake Minnetonka’s Big Island. He is opening his own press dedicated...
Painter Finds Inspiration on the Shores of Tonka Bay
Artist Kickliy creates a series of live paintings with Lake Minnetonka as his subject. Hidden in plain sight, on the shore of a small marsh in Tonka...
Ladies of the Canyon Part 1
This painting is inspired by the song Ladies of the Canyon by Joni Mitchell about the gifts that each lady provides. Artist Ky McDonald takes us...
Brick + Linen Shares Ideas for Stunning Tablescapes
Curate an aesthetic that reads inviting and elevated. There are different schools of thought when it comes to setting a table—be it for formal...
Excelsior’s Christkindlsmarkt Celebrates 20 Years
This holiday season marks the 20th anniversary of the Excelsior Christkindlsmarkt, which is set for 10 a.m.–7 p.m. November 24, 25 and 10 a.m.–5...
Comfort Food
I recently read and loved Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. This irresistible debut novel had me wanting to convert my kitchen into a chemistry...
October Read: “Daisy Darker”
The perfect spooky read for the season, Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney is highly reminiscent of Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None. The book...
