Our community has a bounty of farmers markets, and we can’t be alone in wishing the outdoor market season could extend a bit longer. But why can’t...
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Meet Patric Richardson, the Laundry Guy
Patric Richardson shares tips for keeping garments looking on point and ready to wear. The calendar says October, but it’s whispering that the...
Equation Shares How To Style One Coat Five Ways
A fashion expert shares how a classic jacket effortlessly transforms fall and winter wardrobes. In a world increasingly focused on intentional...
Hairdressing History Lesson
While men’s barbershops predate Minnesota’s 1858 statehood, women’s salons were nonexistent in the lake area before 1900. Those of wealth and...
What To Expect at the Wayzata Art Experience
If stunning lakeside access and views, excellent dining and enviable shopping excursions aren’t enough to draw you to Wayzata’s Lake Street,...
Bid on Belinda Jensen’s Coats, Support the ICA
The longtime meteorologist is auctioning off her winter wardrobe for a worthy cause. For the past 33 years, meteorologist Belinda Jensen has...
Juugee Ceramics Is Crafted With Intention
Community is central to Excelsior resident’s work. Juugee Ceramics isn’t just pottery; it’s a beautiful blend of memories and intention woven into...
A New Chapter at Excelsior Bay Books
A local author’s latest business venture makes perfect sense. Amanda Pesek knows the thrill of seeing your own book featured on bookstore shelves....
Meet an Artist Behind the Arboretum Glass Pumpkin Patch
An artist feeds her creative fire by listening and learning. It began with an assignment at Minnetonka Middle School East (MME). Students were...
Get Your Creative Juices Flowing at the Excelsior Art Crawl
The new self-led tour includes artists, live music and local businesses. Eighteen artists will host designated art zones throughout downtown...
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...
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...
Open up a World of Experiential Gifting
Make gift giving easier this season by leaning into a specialty theme or carefully curated focus. With experiential gifting maintaining its holiday...
Jessica Hilde Discusses the Art of Dress
Stylist offers wardrobe recommendations to exquisitely match the season. You’re not alone if the holiday season ranks up there as a favorite time of...
Donamae’s Sweet Studio Pulls Double Duty
Let holiday desserts serve up sweet flavors and stunning table décor. Does anyone else fall victim to SHDF—seasonal holiday decision fatigue? The...
What to Expect at Christmas in Excelsior
Water Street will be aglow with lights and holiday cheer. On November 28 and 29, downtown Excelsior will transform into a festive winter wonderland...
Creative Memories
Artist Rich Sladek is set to feature his work November 29 to December 7 at the 31st annual holiday boutique at the Gillespie Center, 2590 Commerce...
Fox & Willow Shares Tabletop Trends
From holiday celebrations to weekday dining, tableware brings timeless elegance. Preparing a dining table or buffet for life’s special occasions,...
