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Insane Aerial Footage of Flooded Valley Fair
The aerial footage of Shakopee, Minnesota's Valley Fair amusement park is truly shocking. The rivers rose rapidly during last week's flooding and had a few coasters in its devastating path. The video, courtesy of Kare 11 out of Minneapolis/St. Paul says it all. It's important to note that the park...
Wave of Patriotic Festivities Set to Sweep Eden Prairie with Concerts, Drone Show, and Fireworks
Eden Prairie is set to burst with patriotic pride and community spirit this week with a slew of Fourth of July festivities. According to the City of Eden Prairie, MN, celebrations will kick off on Tuesday, July 2, at Staring Lake Amphitheatre, where locals can enjoy a free outdoor concert by the Eden Prairie Community Band and Prairie Ramblers from 6:30–8:30 p.m. The evening will also serve as a salute to local veterans and active military members.
Music in the Park brings twilight tunes to Mound
Minnesotans eagerly anticipate warm summer nights all year long, and what better way to spend them than enjoying local music with friends and neighbors? The Northwest Tonka Lions, Mound-Westonka Rotary Club, the City of Mound, and Westonka Community Education are proud to sponsor monthly a Music in the Park summer concert series at Surfside Park. The series kicked off on June 13 with Chris Kelly Live and the opening of...
Let’s Celebrate the Best of Lake Minnetonka 2024
Welcome to the party of the year. Have you heard? Lake Minnetonka Magazine is hosting a party within its pages! The year’s Best of Lake Minnetonka Readers’ Choice Poll is the guest of honor, and we’re ready to get the party started. The invitation to vote went...
Creative Cocktails Around the West Metro
Mixologists put creative twists on sips. Cocktails aren’t having a moment; they’re having an evolution. With riffs off of the classics and new inspired concoctions pouring into lowballs, highballs and coup glasses in between, drink menus can become a bit muddled. To assist in navigating the spirited terrain, we’ve gathered some sips across the West Metro for you to consider for your next bar-side request.
2024 Luxury Home Tour: Che Bella Interiors Design + Remodeling
Address: 655 Crystal Lake Road E., Burnsville, MN 55306. From the very first look, this coastal-inspired lakeside home—with its deep navy exterior siding and contrasting white trim—draws you in. Coincidentally, the homeowner of the Crystal Lake abode happens to be Tracy Hains, founder and CEO of Che Bella Interiors Design + Remodeling, and the lead designer and general contractor on the project.
How can you help reduce stormwater runoff? Here's a few simple home hacks.
MOUND, Minn. — Stormwater drains are getting extra work this year, and with more rainfall in the forecast this week, it's put certain a problem front and center. So how can we reduce stormwater runoff? And why is it a concern?Foliage with function highlights Julie Weisenhorn's home, but it didn't always look this way."Prior to this project, the house and the garage were not connected. And we had asphalt covering this entire area and between the two buildings," she said while standing on her driveway.Connecting the house and garage was the perfect time for them to set roots on a solution...
2024 Luxury Home Tour: Highmark Builders
Address: 7937 Eldorado Drive, Credit River, MN 55372. Every Highmark Builders home begins with trust. More than just a tagline, “Building Trust” is the company’s code of ethics. This dedication to client collaboration and relationships stems from the company’s start as a large commercial contractor more than two decades ago. In fact, the team’s impressive experience working on large-scale spaces is what drove their desire for more personal, creative connections with clients.
Having Fun Around the Lake Is as Easy as One, Two, Three
When it comes to arranging florals, the Power of Three is said to provide depth and variety. I contend that the principle applies elsewhere, including how to arrange a lovely day—inside or out. Come along as I share how I picked and arranged a selection of community experiences that...
This Quirky Antique Shop In Minnesota Is A Wonderland Of Wonderfully Bizarre Collectibles
There’s a treasure trove in Minnesota that will ignite your sense of adventure and tickle your funny bone. Hot Sam’s Antiques Collectibles & Furniture in Lakeville is not your run-of-the-mill antique shop. It’s a delightful mishmash of the weird, the wonderful, and the downright wacky. This is...
Unleash Your Creativity at Cleary Lake Regional Park's Art & Nature Event on July 11
Hey nature lovers and art enthusiasts, mark your calendars for a day of creativity and outdoor fun at Cleary Lake Regional Park. Slated for Thursday, July 11, the park is hosting an event where you can unleash your inner artist alongside Mother Nature herself. According to Scott County, attendees will get to paint a pet rock and create inspiring watercolor paintings stimulated by the natural beauty of their surroundings.
2024 Luxury Home Tour: Bluestem Remodeling
Address: 11472 Fairfield Road W., #403, Minnetonka, MN 55305. The homeowners of this 2000s-era condo sought to transform the space into their forever home. They adored the Minnetonka location and the unit’s stunning views of the surrounding nature. However, the overall design needed an upgrade to better align with their personal style.
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