Throw open the windows of your spirit; April is here! Each passing month can bring us to another level of appreciation for what we have endured,...
April 2021
It’s Time to Revisit a Timeless Apéritif
The negroni is a classic cocktail that is easy to prepare, with relatively few ingredients. It’s a classic apéritif! Negroni 1 oz. gin 1 oz....
In Memoriam: Prince’s Music Lives On
“I said now, overcast days never turned me on, But something about the clouds and her mixed.” –Prince, poet, musical genius and lover of Minneapolis...
Minnetonka Classical Ballet Training School Prepares Dancers for Professional Careers
Ballet school encourages dancers to achieve excellence and pursue their dream dance careers. Inspiring young ballet dancers to achieve excellence...
The Root of Things
Locally-owned business tackles lake weed removal. Few of us like the creeping sensation of a surprise encounter with lake weeds while swimming. Tom...
Keep on Truckin’
Food truck devotees are out of their ‘cluckin’ minds. In 2020, a new face (read: rooster) strutted into the Lake Minnetonka culinary scene. A...
Hop To It
Excitement simmers for annual egg hunt. Our Savior Lutheran Church and School’s 25th annual Easter egg hunt is going COVID-friendly with a...
Before You Play Go Fetch, Tidy Up
Pets bring endless joy, comfort and love. I have two rescued greyhounds that are 11 years old and retired from racing. Taking my furry friends on...
Historic Home Made a Worthy Move
The past few years has seen an outcry from people wanting to preserve the historic nature of Excelsior’s built environment. The pique of property...
Autism Awareness
The philosophy at the Minnesota Autism Center is one size does not fit all. April 2 marks World Autism Awareness Day. The entire month is known as...
Canadian Bakin’
Minnetonka native pens food blog from north of the border. Elizabeth Lepage (née O’Connor) grew up in Minnetonka, where she credits her mother,...
Go Play Outside
Experts offer tips to keep pets safe at home and the park. With many Minnesotans sticking closer to home during the pandemic, folks have been...
Pack Up the Entire Family For Your Next Trip
Pet-friendly travel is on the rise, and, thankfully, it’s becoming easier and easier. While we have not flown with our dog, we did bring her on a...
Reflections of Aurora
Boat owner captures a quiet moment on the water. Reflections placed second in the Activities and Events category of our annual photo contest, Lens...
