Starting over in my 40s came with one clear intention: create a home that fits the life I’m building with my boys. For my youngest son, that vision...
Noteworthy
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...
Get a Lock on Security
Brian Thoelen launched Blue Line Home Watch after retiring from the South Lake Minnetonka Police Department in 2025. “I saw areas where people could...
Tuning Into “Ahoy, Minnetonka!”
Podcast Ahoy, Minnetonka! features conversations with the people who make Minnetonka Public Schools a cornerstone of the community. Episodes include...
Harvest Days and Hearty Dinners
Imagine the clang of a dinner bell echoing across the Minnetonka countryside—a signal that the threshing crew was coming in hungry from the fields....
“She Can STEM”
In honor of March 8’s International Women’s Day, consider She Can STEM by Liz Lee Heinecke and illustrated by Kelly Anne Dalton. For thousands of...
“Lost Time” Penned by Local Author
Minnetonka’s Holly Trost dreamed of being an author. Prior to writing her first novel, she was early in her content marketing career and enjoyed...
Dip Into a St. Patrick’s Day Appetizer
Guinness plus St. Patrick’s Day equals the opportunity for a tasty … dip! Enjoy this warm Guinness Cheese Dip with your dipper of choice, including...
Support Local Businesses at the Hot Cocoa Stroll
Sip warm refreshments while shopping small on February 21 in downtown Excelsior. The Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce and over 20...
A Solid Foundation for Life Together
Talking about money isn’t always easy, especially when a couple is juggling the excitement and expenses of planning a wedding. Hannah and Brady Rein...
Sip & Script Teaches the Art of Calligraphy
If the engaged couple wants to take a hands-on approach with their invitations, addressing the envelopes can bring some personalization to the...
“Ready or Not”
While the title and book cover suggest lighthearted reading, Cara Bastone’s romance novel is beautifully written with plenty of emotional depth...
Showered in Flavor
Who says cake can only make an appearance at the wedding reception? Fresh lemon and almond flavoring marry to create this heavenly cake, which is...
Minor Emergencies, Big Solutions
Accidental spills, dress snags, lipstick smudges, unwanted headaches—the list of potential wedding day kerfuffles goes on. Whether before or during...
“Ahoy, Minnetonka!”
Now in its third season, the Ahoy, Minnetonka! podcast from Minnetonka Public Schools features conversations with the people who make the district...
Packaged With Care
I’m excited to kick off 2026 with Lake Minnetonka Magazine and its readers. As a stay-at-home mom turned social media influencer, I love sharing...
A Cozy Hot Cocoa Recipe
Make this easy-to-assemble powdered hot chocolate mix to have on hand for a quick warm treat. This recipe is rich and creamy with a kick of spice...
A Pretty Penny
If a penny saved is a penny earned, then there are plenty of pennies to go around by shopping at PennyWise Thrift Store. Treasures abound at the...
History of Giving
While Christmas gift-giving fuels today’s consumer economy, its roots go back to the 1870s and 1880s, following the growing traditions of Christmas...
Stress Less, Wag More
Getting members of your household ready for holiday photos can be a logistical challenge—from photo-ready outfits to fresh haircuts. You, spouse and...
