See how local nonprofits give back to the community. Valuing the power of community, the Lake Minnetonka area is unified by a collective desire to...
july 2022
Editor’s Picks for Best of Lake Minnetonka
Lake Minnetonka community overflows with kindness and dedication. You’ve heard of the proverbial tip of the iceberg. While it generally has a...
Three Suggestions for Refreshing Summer Drinks
With summer in high gear, drinks should be fun and refreshing. Here are a few that top my list: For a new entry in cocktails, I choose Ranch Water,...
Grilling Glossary for Summer
What’s the word on your grilling skills? Word has it that it’s National Grilling Month. While the summer entertaining season is just heating up,...
Follow the Leaders: Reader Favorites of 2021
Our Facebook page generates plenty of “Likes.” Interest is measured in all sorts of ways, including “Likes,” “Shares” and “Clicks.” Since this issue...
The Andersen Horticultural Library: Hidden Gem of the Arb
The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is a top destination all year long, but, each month, it boasts its own unique attractions. In July, visitors can...
Discover Some of Lake Minnetonka’s Best New Eateries
The local dining scene offers fresh takes with new-to-the-area eateries. Whether it’s dine-out fare or takeout food, the Lake Minnetonka area dining...
Podcast ‘The Wandering Naturalist’ Inspires Curiosity
Where do Minnesota’s birds go in the wintertime? Why does a firefly glow? What is the difference between a honeybee and a bumblebee? Listen to The...
Welcome to the July 2022 Issue
Pride in community doesn’t even begin to describe the heart and soul of this area, and this issue—Best of 2022—certainly shines a well-deserving...
Very Peri, 2022’s Color of the Year
Amp up your life’s color story. We can’t name a best color of the year. Can you? Try as we might, we’re just too partial to so many entries on the...
Lens on Lake Minnetonka 2022: Submissions Open in August
From professionals to hobbyists, be sure to enter our annual contest. Category: Readers’ Choice (also First Place in the Pets category)...
Best World War II Historical Fiction
Pam Jenoff is the queen of World War II-set fiction, and The Orphan’s Tale lives up to her reputation. Fans of The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah...
2022 Fitness Trends
Let’s take a look at what fitness trends moved to the front of the class this year. Virtual Fitness: Over the past two years, we have seen a virtual...
Best of Lake Minnetonka 2022
Annual poll results offer glimpse into readers’ favorites. Lake Minnetonka Magazine readers—you did yourselves proud. When we asked you to weigh in...