June 2013

The traditional miniature golf course tends to have bright, fake green grass, felt sand, a few rocks here and there, and a fountain for good measure. But Big Stone Mini Golf is a course with a look all its own.

Mixology is a hot trend in fine dining, and you can easily create your own creative quaffs at home without fancy stemware or obscure liqueurs. We polled some of our favorite local watering holes for fun drinks to enliven a summer evening, or—why not?— a summer afternoon.

Starting as a civic activity as far back as the 1870s, Lake Minnetonka’s Fourth of July celebration has gone through many changes to become the loudest and brightest firecracker on the string.

You have to be on the inside to know the secrets of Lakemaid Lager, and even those do may never spot an elusive Lakemaid herself. Local advertising agency Pocket Hercules has fostered a love of the lakes and a created cult following surrounding the beer.

This summer marks the third consecutive year that Shirley Hills Primary School staff will crack open a good read for their hugely successful book club. Staff members’ overwhelming excitement to be involved in the club has meant a speedy implementation throughout the whole school.

I think about food all the time: What I ate yesterday, what I might eat tonight and what I want to eat on my birthday. I also think about what kind of restaurant I would like to open. This last line of thought is a fun one, especially when pursued with a fellow foodie.

Lake-area communities are known for their distinctive vibe and charm, and the local fashion scene is no exception. Specialty retailers with stylish siren songs beckon shoppers to come and discover what cannot be found elsewhere.