Our June issue is built around the themes of family, pets and senior living—about all of which we care deeply. We’ve woven articles throughout the...
June 2024
Fido’s Pantry Explores Healthier Pet Food Options
Healthier pet food options require some considerations. There was a time when the pinnacle of dog food featured a mini horse-drawn chuck wagon...
Mallory Habstritt Pens Children’s Book About Vitiligo
If National All-American Miss Pre-Teen Mallory Habstritt didn’t already have enough going on, she also has a children’s book coming out this year....
Indoor Zoomies Gives Pups the Runaround
It might not be a bad idea to give your dog the runaround. Thanks to Indoor Zoomies, an indoor dog park in Minnetonka, there’s a local option that...
National All-American Miss Pre-Teen Shares Her Message
Mallory Habstritt uses platform to speak out about a rare autoimmune disorder. A decorated pageant winner, a seasoned speaker and a children’s book...
“Freewater” Shares Homer’s History
Freewater by Amina Luqman-Dawson, a Newbery and Coretta Scott King award-winning book, is officially a middle grade novel (ages 8–12), but it makes...
Dress up Healthier Burgers
Grilling seems to be a go-to option when celebrating Father’s Day. This year, how about serving a different option of the classic burger? With...
The Historic Lafayette Club Celebrates Two Anniversaries
Lafayette Club marks its 125th anniversary and the centennial of its historic clubhouse. It is a monumental year for Lafayette Club, celebrating the...
Al & Alma’s Is Anchored in Success
History continues to unfold for Al & Alma’s Supper Club. Many local businesses utilize “the lake” as an enviable backdrop, but how many can say...
Zhinus Delights Bakery Shares How To Create Cupcake Baskets
Kitchen connections create more than sweet treats. The secret ingredient to many relationships can be found while gathered around a kitchen, sitting...
A Novel Bourbon Cocktail
The Wilde Oscar cocktail is a tasty take on an old fashioned with a literary twist. Wilde Oscar (single serving) 1 ½ oz. Bulleit Bourbon 1 oz....
How Senior Community Services Encourages Independence
Senior Community Services strives to empower older population. By 2030, a quarter of this state’s population will be 60 years or older, which means...
Annual Wayzata Art Experience Returns for 2024
Wayzata ushers in its 20th annual celebration of the beloved Wayzata Art Experience on June 22–23. The festivities are set to unfold along Lake...
Shaken, Not Stirred Martini
With it being National Martini Month, it seems only fitting that we toast one of the drink’s most famous onscreen versions. Author Ian Fleming...
In Golden Pond
Sarah Happe appreciates the beauty of local lakes and found creative cause to snap this beautiful image. “I was inspired by the setting sun with the...
The General Store of Minnetonka Is 40 and Fabulous
Celebrate the General Store of Minnetonka—a beloved shopping and dining destination for three generations of customers. Amid the office buildings...