May 2018 Lake Minnetonka Magazine

In the May issue we're fawning over the incredible floral designs by Deephaven's Lilia Flower Boutique.

This Monet-inspired photo, taken by Minnetonka’s Linda Harl, won second place in the Kids & Family category of our 2017 Lens on Lake Minnetonka photo contest.

 

Annie Wobbeking runs a happy kitchen—she loves to cook. From her commercial kitchen nestled at the intersection of Minnetonka, Plymouth, Golden Valley and St.

 

Hooray! It’s farmers market season once again. Don’t miss the opening days of our local favorites, this month and next.

Minnetonka Farmers Market
Tuesdays, 3-7 p.m. // Starts June 12, Minnetonka Civic Center Campus, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka

 

These days, pilots Kathy Rauth and her daughter Sarah Polovitz spend most of their time on the ground.

 

A studio art tour combines some of the best elements of a community: the chance to meet new neighbors, buy locally made goods, peruse beautiful artwork in a cool setting, and explore new corners of town.

 

Dry. Humid. Chapped. Sunburned.

As Minnesotans, we’re all aware the changing seasons can wreak havoc on our skin. There are endless recommendations and remedies to treat skin woes. But how can you tell which ones are right for you?

 

Minnetonka wants to be a dementia-friendly city. The Alzheimer’s Association defines a dementia-friendly community in part as one that is informed, safe and respectful of individuals with dementia and their families, provides supportive options, and fosters quality of life.

 

Today’s headlines provide plenty of topics for the national discourse.

 

Bungee fitness is a high-flying international sensation that has landed in Minnetonka at The Aviary studio.

 

Most people look forward to summer as a chance to enjoy nice weather and take it easy. But Minnetrista native Rollie Lacy looked ahead to this summer as a chance to prove himself as a professional baseball player.

 

This year, Mother’s Day is May 13.
 

 

Excelsior Sawdust Company LLC was born when owners Patti and Steve Benson were searching for a reclaimed, rustic table to complete the dining room in their northern Minnesota cabin.

 

The Lake Minnetonka Half Marathon allows runners to experience the scenic route from downtown Wayzata to Commons Park in Excelsior.

 

Diane Wissink, owner of Wayzata’s La Petite Parfumerie, works with customers one-on-one to help them find fragrances that fit their tastes.

 

After years of struggling with her own body image and dealing with uncomfortable, ill-fitting bras that failed to flatter her body type, Minnetonka resident and attorney Judy Samson began searching for a solution.

 

As the days get warmer, beers change to match the seasons. Spring beers from local brewers are usually lighter styles with a crisp taste, while winter beers tend to be heavier and with higher alcohol content.
 

 

You might recognize Abbey Holden’s work if you’re a fan of Lilly Pulitzer’s colorful clothing and accessories. Holden, who grew up in Deephaven, has worked on designs for Pulitzer.

 

Liz Mattingly, the owner and lead designer of Deephaven’s Lilia Flower Boutique, dreamed about finding a way to combine her love for plants with her desire to connect people with nature.