September 2020

Lord Fletcher's

Lord Fletcher’s is a Lake Minnetonka summer tradition. Here are some fun facts and tips about Lord Fletcher's

 
A girl holds apples at Apple Jack Orchards

Head to Apple Jack Orchards for a fun-filled, activity-packed day.

 
A sailboat sails at sunset on Lake Minnetonka.

Lens on Lake Minnetonka photo contest winner Al Whitaker captures a waning sunset moment on Lake Minnetonka.

 
A room designed by JJ Designs.

Jeanne Anselmo of JJ Designs was honored and surprised by her two awards from the Minnesota chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers.

 
Bikers take a break on the Lake Minnetonka Regional Trail

Take up biking with two easy and scenic trails.

 
Two dogs play at Top Dog Country Club

Top Dog Country Club is celebrating 20 years of puppy vacations.

 
Local singer Courtney Burton

Courtney Burton talks about her music career and starting a new business in her 60s.

 
Ceramic artist Eric Pilhofer works on a piece.

From the comfort of his home, local sculptural ceramicist Eric Pilhofer uses clay to combine the essence of spirituality with contemporary forms.

 
Amaro

You can try amaro a few different ways as it is good on the rocks, straight or just chilled.

 
The Excelsior Amusement Park carrousel

The Excelsior Amusement park closed and, in July of 1974, many of the items were auctioned off to the public.

 
Tomato jam

Use your late-summer harvest in a surprising way with this tomato jam recipe.

 
An overhead shot of Lake Minnetonka from the book Above Lake Minnetonka.

New book boasts soaring shots of Lake Minnetonka.